A discussion between public health professionals and expert guests about topics affecting public health in the city of Chicago and beyond. // Una discusión entre profesionales médicos de la ciudad e invitados sobre temas que afectan la salud pública en la ciudad de Chicago y el mundo.

Healthy Chicago Podcast
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A discussion between public health professionals and expert guests about topics affecting public health in the city of Chicago and beyond. // Una discusión entre profesionales médicos de la ciudad e invitados sobre temas que afectan la salud pública en la ciudad de Chicago y el mundo.
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Recent Episodes

July 15, 2026
Me & Nic Broke Up w/ Scuba, Juan, and From the 'Go Show
<p>“Me & Nic Broke Up” is a CDPH campaign that encourages Chicago youth to break away from their toxic relationships with nicotine and instead to focus on their personal well-being. On this episode of Healthy Chicago Podcast, we collaborate with From The ‘Go Show and True Star Media to encourage a candid discussion around awareness and support for those most impacted by vaping. </p><p>Co-hosts Gary Langfield Jr. and Iesha Brown talk with CDPH spokesperson Juan Ortega and Gen Z creator of the viral “Scuba” dance, Desean “Scuba” Logan-Russell, about why it’s important to discuss vape-free living, the negative effects of smoking, the predatory marketing of nicotine companies, and resources available to those who want to “break up with with nic.”</p><p>Visit <a href="https://meandnicbrokeup.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">MeAndNicBrokeUp.com</a> for more information.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode was produced by True Star Media </p><p>Photo Cred: Christopher Lockridge + Deshaun Adams</p><p>Production Assistant: Micaiah Issac</p><p>Production Assistant: Caleb Issac</p><p>Production Assistant: Christopher Lockridge</p><p>Associate Producer: Julius Ross</p><p>Co-Host: Gary Langfield Jr.</p><p>Co-Host: Iesha Brown </p><p><br></p><p>• TikTok: @truestarchicago </p><p>• YouTube: True Star Media </p><p>• LinkedIn: True Star Media </p><p>• Facebook: True Star Foundation </p><p>• Instagram: @truestarchicago</p>

June 11, 2026
Men's Health Month + Black Men's Wellness Day
<p>June is Men’s Health Month. On this episode, Sam Rene (CDPH Program Manager, syndemic infectious disease bureau) speaks with Dominique Wilson (African American Wellness Agency and National Center for Urban Solutions) and Walter Lindsey (CDPH Database Analyst) about Black men’s health, stigma and myth around men’s health, and how every man can prioritize their mental and physical wellness. </p><p>Open to the public, Black Men’s Wellness Day is on Saturday, June 20 (7 a.m. – 12 p.m.) at the Bob Pickens Track & Field at 6233 S. Stony Island Ave. This free event brings together Black men, families, and community members for a morning focused on health, connection, and action.</p><p>Participants can:</p><p>• Get access to free heart health and other screenings </p><p>• Connect with local providers and organizations </p><p>• Take part in a 5K walk/run designed to get people moving together </p><p>• Enjoy activities for kids, a senior pavilion, live entertainment, and local vendors </p><p>For more information, and to register for free, click <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-black-mens-wellness-day-chicago-tickets-1944149807409?aff=oddtdtcreator&msockid=14cacb0f42ce60d00859dd9043486134#location" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">HERE</a>.</p>

May 29, 2026
Joabe Barbosa on Running, Wellness, and Community
<p>Joabe Barbosa is a graduate student at Roosevelt University studying clinical psychology, but that’s likely not how you know him. If you’ve watched local news or been on Instagram lately, you likely know Joabe as the Brazilian guy wearing the Chicago flag as a cape, who is trying to run every street in the city. He’s also the guy who <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DYTO39pM2W-/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">ran a half marathon in an inflatable bee costume</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWufUmdAviA/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">ran a long-distance race in rubber rainboots</a>, and has the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DQ8Blq-DNyb/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Guinness World Record for the fastest trip visiting every single Chicago CTA Subway Station</a>.</p><p>Our discussion covers why Joabe runs, what it has unlocked for him and those around him, how exercise affects his mental well-being, and the purpose that drives his journey.</p><p>Follow Joabe’s journey on IG at @heyjoabe.</p>
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