The interview with our featured guest, Dr. Kyu Rhee, was conducted in April ’21. Data referenced during this conversation will have changed since the recording. So, we know that inequality exists. But, do we think the government can fix it? Or

Will It Happen Again? Not If We Can Help It.

May 19th, 2021 42m 11s

We’re preparing for the next threat … with lessons from the last one. But when it comes to COVID, what have we really learned? Join our hosts Justin Beck, Catherine Delcin and Deepti Pahwa, as they speak with Dr. Saskia Popescu, an infectious d

General Disparities? Or Data Genocide?

Mar 16th, 2021 49m 3s

How do we improve community health, when community health statistics are completely ignored? American Indian and Alaska Natives are experiencing the disproportionate impact of COVID in their populations. Can we draw attention to this? And how c

A New American Apartheid

Mar 2nd, 2021 1h 3m

What if segregation didn’t actually end? And instead, American cities have become drawn along racial lines – exacerbating economic issues AND fueling the COVID pandemic? Join our hosts Justin Beck, Catherine Delcin and Deepti Pahwa, as they spe

Likes, Clicks, Faves vs Saving Lives

Feb 16th, 2021 46m 44s

Who’s right? And furthermore, who decides what is right? It’s the fundamental question of our times, not only in terms of ethics, but also systems of information. In this age of COVID, misinformation and social media, there’s a lot to contend w

The Impossible Proposition of COVID’s Front Line

Feb 2nd, 2021 57m 24s

It’s undeniable at this point – we were unprepared for a pandemic. But how can we protect our most valuable assets, medical professionals, in this time of crisis? This week’s episode of Contakt World dives into the hot button issues of race, ho

The Epidemiology Of Public Trust

Jan 19th, 2021 41m 51s

Did we not know that the big bug would hit? Or did we? Did our trusted officials just kick the can down the road? Or does the problem lie with the general public – and their unwillingness to listen to expert opinion and information? This week’s

COVID: Does Race = Risk?

Jan 5th, 2021 30m 44s

Every day, cities and states are breaking records for COVID cases. Governments are scrambling to take the right measures at the right times. And the news is reporting all of it. But some of us still seem unaffected. Why is this? What will make

COVID The Great Revealer

Dec 22nd, 2020 39m 19s

Who’s affected most by COVID and why? Who deserves to receive care? And how can we treat everyone equally – both in society and in the hospital? This week’s episode of Contakt World dives into the hot-button issues of race, equal access to heal

COVID Kills, Vaccines Won’t.*

Dec 8th, 2020 40m 7s

What happens when a world-renowned scientist, vaccine expert and “OG Villain” (according to RFK Jr.) Dr. Peter Hotez, is allowed to speak his mind on issues surrounding a highly politicized and unprecedented pandemic? Join our hosts Justin Beck