This is a podcast produced by a course at the Community Health Sciences Division at the UIC School of Public Health. We bring you insightful conversations with public health researchers, community leaders, and organizations dedicated to making a positive impact. From groundbreaking research to grassroots initiatives, Community Level explores the stories, challenges, and successes driving change in our communities. We bridge the gap between research and real-world practice, one episode at a time. Whether you're a student, professional, or just passionate about health and social justice.
Bonus Episode 002: Advocating for Aging with Sam Epps
In this second bonus episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts speaks with Ms. Samaria "Sam" Epps , Caregiver and Dementia Specialist at AgeGuide, to discuss the importance of supporting older adults, individuals living with dementia, and the caregivers who care for them. Drawing from her experience as a former Licensed Nursing Home Administrator and her current work serving communities across the Chicagoland area, Sam shares her passion for advancing equity in aging services, the challenges facing underserved older adults, and the resources available to help individuals age with dignity. Join us for an insightful conversation about caregiving, community, and the critical role public health plays in promoting healthy aging
Enjoy!
Outro Music:
"Chill Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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17 Jun 2026
Bonus Episode 001: A Conversation with Keith Lewis on Community Collaboration
In this bonus episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts speaks with Mr. Keith Lewis, the Senior Director of Community Collaboration at the University of Illinois Chicago and an Adjunct Professor in the College of Business. They discuss his background, his passion for community service, and the inspiration behind the Community Collaborations team's efforts to positively impact the community.
Enjoy!
Outro Music:
"Chill Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Intro Music:
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7 May 2026
S2 Ep 7: Reflections and Resolutions (Season Finale)
In this final episode of the season, the students from the CHSC 494 course, fondly known as the Season 2 Production Team, share their reflections on the journey they've had in the course. They also say their goodbyes as they get ready to embark on the next adventures in their lives.
It's been such a wonderful season of the podcast, and we couldn’t have done it without your support. Thank you for listening, and we hope to see you again soon!
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23 Apr 2026
S2 Ep 6- Insights from the Next Generation: "Public Health...for Me"
On this episode of Community Level, Kaija and JoSophia sit down with middle school students to explore what health and public health mean to them and how they show up in their everyday lives.
Together, they aim to make public health more accessible by centering youth voices and perspectives, learning how COVID-19 impacted them at a young age, and discussing their perspectives on the health of their schools and neighborhoods.
Join us as we learn from the next generation and break down public health in a way that’s simple, relatable, and real.
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Outro Music:
"Chill Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
8 Apr 2026
S2 Ep 5- Connecting the Dots: Public Health & Carceral Systems
In this episode, our co-host, Sheila and Alyah, explore the intersection of public health and incarceration. Samantha Lasky, a trained social worker and a public health practitioner asks us to rethink how incarceration is a critical public health concern that impacts health outcomes and community stability and how mutual aid is a community-driven response to these harms. This episode shows the gaps in our traditional public health systems and the ways communities are stepping in to fill them.
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Outro Music:
"Chill Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
18 Mar 2026
S2 Ep 4 - East to West: The Expansive Nature of Public Health
On this episode of Community Level, Caesar and Kaija, students in the division of Community Health Sciences, sit down with Dr. Mario LaMothe, Dr. Laurenia Mangum, and Dr. Jennifer Brier, three professors in different areas of study. Together we shed light on how the field of public health intersects with their specific disciplines and explore the future and necessity of public health's collaboration with other professions.
4 Mar 2026
S2 Ep3 - Beyond the Myths: Strengthening the Maternal Health Continuum
On this episode of Community Level, Pavani and Linda, students in the Division of Community Health Sciences at UIC School of Public Health, sit down with Dr. Connie Lu, an OBGYN and Complex Family Planning Fellow at UI Health. Together, they explore common misconceptions about childbirth and abortion care, discuss how cultural beliefs and stigma shape pregnancy and birth experiences, and examine the urgent need for reproductive justice to address racial inequities in maternal health.
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Outro Music:
"Chill Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
18 Feb 2026
S2 Ep 2.1 - Open Book Session Part 2: Seen Beyond the Seat
This is part two of the Open Book series where Nancy and Cenia, students from the Community Health Sciences division, chat with SPH alumni (Johnette, Brianna, and Megan) and current student, Caesar. They talk about what it’s like to feel recognized in the classroom and make real connections with faculty, plus how these experiences have influenced their time at SPH and beyond.
Join us as we dive into the student perspective on connecting with others and empowering them to achieve more than they ever thought possible!
Intro Music:
"Lets go back"
by: Patrick Patrikios
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Outro Music:
"Chill Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
11 Feb 2026
S2 Ep 2 - :Open Book Session", Part 1: Why Faculty Representation Matters
On this episode of the Community level podcast, Nancy and Cenia, students in the division of Community Health Sciences, interview Dr. Nathaniel M. Tran, Dr. Yamilé Molina, and Dr. Kelechi Ibe-Lamberts on the importance of representation, connection, and mentorship in higher education and how showing up authentically for their students contributes to student sense of belonging at UIC and, more broadly, in the academic world.
That and more!
Intro Music:
"Dust or Smoke"
by Blue Dot Sessions
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Outro Music:
"Chill Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
28 Jan 2026
S2 Ep.1 - "Stories as Knowledge": The Power of Being Heard w/Dr. Tiffany Ford
Welcome back to Community Level! The podcast that brings research, practice, and community-based work to the same, yeah, you guessed it, level.
To kick off the second season of the Community Level Podcast, Cenia, a second-year Master of Public Health candidate in the division of Community Health Sciences, interviews Dr. Tiffany Ford, a mixed-method researcher and Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois Chicago School of Public Health. They discuss qualitative research and how public health students, researchers, and practitioners can bridge the gap between research and practice, while centering and working alongside communities.
That and more!
Intro Music:
"Me and You and Us"
by: Patrick Patrikios
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21 Jan 2026
S2 Ep.0: Setting the Stage for Season Two
Welcome to Season Two! In this episode, Dr. Ibe-Lamberts, the executive producer and instructing faculty, sets the stage for what’s ahead—introducing the themes, stories, and voices that will shape the season. From community leaders to scholars and practitioners, Season Two explores how health is experienced, shaped, and transformed at the community level. Tune in to learn what to expect this season and why these conversations matter.
21 Jan 2026
Season 2 Trailer
Season 2 of the Community Level Podcast is upon us. Bringing new conversations at the intersection of public health, community, culture, and equity. Developed by public health students in collaboration with community leaders, practitioners, and scholars, this season centers storytelling as a tool for understanding health at the community level.
Subscribe now so you don’t miss what’s coming next.
5 May 2025
Ep 6 (Finale): “Where do I fit in?”: Immigrant Health and the Transnational Experience with Dr. Kelechi Ibe-Lamberts
Join us for our season finale as we discuss transnationalism and how cultural connections and practices influence immigrant health with special guest, Dr. Kelechi Ibe-Lamberts, as he shares his own transnational journey as a 1.5 generation Nigerian American.
Check out My Black is Transnational here: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tj0RDjxPz8z04t5uKCatp?si=1853472d6f1f4e37 (https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fshow%2F1tj0RDjxPz8z04t5uKCatp%3Fsi%3D1853472d6f1f4e37&data=05%7C02%7Cklamber4%40uic.edu%7C633321e81a5142f25c3a08dd8bde4e42%7Ce202cd477a564baa99e3e3b71a7c77dd%7C0%7C0%7C638820509096336800%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=LadZG0uELMapPCh8pfk2PIY1%2FqN%2B7%2FF3oYFnaRB1qn8%3D&reserved=0)
or visit www.blacktransnational.com (www.blacktransnational.com)
10 Mar 2025
Ep. 5: "The City's Doctor": Optimism, Hope & Leadership in Public Health with Dr. Olusimbo Ige
This episode discusses the motivation and optimism behind successful public health leadership with special guest Dr. Olusimbo Ige as she shares her journey from being born and raised in Nigeria to her current role as Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Public Health.
10 Feb 2025
Ep. 4: Sista-Sista! Discussing Community Mental Health at Sista Afya with Camesha Jones-Brandon
This episode discusses the importance of community mental health and wellness among Black women in Chicago, as well as the organization that is working to address it: Sista Afya. Join special guest Camesha Jones-Brandon, executive director of Sista Afya, as she discusses her own personal mental health journey that led to the creation of the organization and the positive impact that it has since played in the community.
Check out Camesha and Sista Afya at
https://communitycare.sistaafya.com/ (https://communitycare.sistaafya.com/)
Follow them on Instagram! @SistaAfya
Connect on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/SistaAfya/ (https://www.facebook.com/SistaAfya/)
Check them out on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/@sistaafya17 (https://www.youtube.com/@sistaafya17)
Intro Music: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Outro music: "Chill Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
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13 Jan 2025
Ep. 3: Improving Access to Holistic Maternal Healthcare Services with Jeanine Valrie Logan
This episode discusses the importance of access to midwifery and doula services for families of color, legislation for birth centers in Chicago, and the history and significance of holistic maternal and child healthcare services with special guest Jeanine Valrie Logan, the executive director of the Chicago Southside Birth Center.
Check out Jeanine and the Chicago Southside Birth Center at https://www.chicagosouthsidebirthcenter.org/
Follow the center on Instagram! @ChicagoSouthsideBirthCenter
Intro Music: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Outro music: "Chill Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
9 Dec 2024
Ep.2: Spotlighting Community Engaged Teaching and Learning with Dr. Jeni Hebert-Beirne & Emily Etzkorn
This episode discusses the Community-Engaged Teaching and Learning (CEnTL) Initiative at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) and explores the importance of centering community expertise, building reciprocal relationships and empowering community members to engage in research with special guests Dr. Jeni Hebert-Beirne and Emily Etzkorn.
Learn more about the CEnTL Initiative at UIC here:
https://publichealth.uic.edu/community-engagement/ (https://publichealth.uic.edu/community-engagement/)
https://publichealth.uic.edu/community-engagement/community-engagement-to-address-structural-violence/aligning-public-health-courses-with-community-needs/ (https://publichealth.uic.edu/community-engagement/community-engagement-to-address-structural-violence/aligning-public-health-courses-with-community-needs/)
Follow the Community Health Sciences department on Instagram! @uiccommunityhealthsci
4 Nov 2024
Ep.1: Collective Healing with Martine Caverl of Ujimaa Medics
Welcome to Community Level! The podcast that puts research, practice and community based work all on the same level.
This inaugural episode discusses street medics and emergency first response workshops, the importance of community care, and inspiring hope and community resiliency with special guest Martine Caverl, the executive director of Ujimaa Medics.
Check out Martine and Ujimaa Medics and other resources here:
https://www.umedics.org/ (https://www.umedics.org/)
https://linktr.ee/UMedicsChi (https://linktr.ee/UMedicsChi)
Follow Ujimaa Medics on Instagram! @umedicschi (https://www.instagram.com/umedicschi/?hl=en)
Intro Music: "Inspired" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)
Outro music: "Chill Wave" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
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16 Sept 2024
UIC Community Health Sciences Presents: The Community Level Podcast
The Community Level Podcast, a podcast presented by the Community Health Sciences Division at the University of Illinois Chicago's School of Public Health, is coming to a platform near you. Listen to this trailer and learn more about what our upcoming season is about. Coming this Fall!
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