Washington Episodes

Sept. 3, 2024

52 I Ukraine—Rooted in Resilience: Exploring the Nation's Historical …

Summary: We dive into Ukrainian immigrant's and refugees' experiences and historical context with our guest, Tamara Cunitz. She shares her family's journey from Ukraine to the US during World War 2 and how it has fueled her p...

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Aug. 20, 2024

51 I Equity as Value — Integrating Cultural Inclusivity in Healthcare…

Summary: We discuss the importance of understanding the diverse demographic makeup of patients and tailoring healthcare metrics like A1c and blood pressure to community needs. We explore the challenges of engaging immigrant c...

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July 30, 2024

50 I Caring for Korean American Patients: Beyond Kimchi and K-pop

Summary: We explore the experiences of Korean immigrants with Cheryl Lee, the chief executive director of the Korean Women's Association. We discuss the historical waves of Korean immigration, the pivotal role of Korean churc...

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May 1, 2024

45 I Cross-Cultural TB Reflections II—Marshallese, Afghan, & Congoles…

Summary: We dive into the enduring impacts of historical events on healthcare perceptions and practices, particularly focusing on the Marshallese and Afghan communities affected by latent tuberculosis (TB). Host Raj Sundar an...

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April 17, 2024

44 I Cross-Cultural TB Reflections—Ethiopian, Kenyan & Marshallese Pe…

Summary: In this reflection series, we delve into the grave impact of military occupation and nuclear testing on Bikini Atoll, as Duncan Reid links this history to the high rate of tuberculosis in the Marshallese community. W...

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April 3, 2024

43 I The Human Side of Latent TB: The Congolese Community Perspective

Summary: This episode will review the complexities of managing latent tuberculosis within the Congolese community, discussing the critical need for cultural sensitivity and community engagement when addressing latent TB. With...

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March 21, 2024

42 I The Human Side of Latent TB: Culturally Responsive TB Care w/ Fr…

Summary: We dive into the complexities of navigating the US healthcare system with insights from Franky and Mohammad, focusing specifically on the Marshallese community's challenges and the widespread misconceptions about TB ...

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March 7, 2024

41 I Hepatitis B—Culturally Responsive Care to Address the Stigma & S…

Summary: We sit down with H. Nina Kim to explore the delicacy of discussing hepatitis B without trigger, the consequential distrust in healthcare within immigrant communities tied to historical traumas, and the necessity for ...

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Feb. 21, 2024

40 I 50 Years Later—Michael Byun Reflects on ACRS Approach to Address…

Summary: We dive deep into the nuanced world of healthcare interpretation and cultural competency with Michael Byun , exploring the critical role language and cultural understanding play in delivering care to diverse communit...

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Feb. 7, 2024

39 I The Founding of Asian Counseling & Referral Services (ACRS): A …

Summary: On this episode, we interview Theresa Fujiwara , co-founder of the Asian Counseling and Referral Service (ACRS). We discuss the grassroots origins of ACRS and its pivotal role in providing culturally responsive menta...

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Jan. 24, 2024

38 I Navigating Machismo, LGBTQ+ Identity, and Mental Health in Latin…

Summary: In this episode, we continue the conversation with guest Fernanda Mazcot about the challenges of mental health accessibility, focusing on the value of drop-in services in breaking down barriers and making mental heal...

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Jan. 18, 2024

37 I Solutions to the Mental Health Crisis—Culturally Responsive Ment…

Summary: In this episode, we discuss the challenges and barriers individuals from different cultures face in accessing mental health support, featuring guest Fernanda Mazcot. We explore the stigma and perceptions of mental il...

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Dec. 12, 2023

35 I Therapeutic Violence—How Mental Healthcare Falls Short in Immigr…

This episode features community leaders and prior podcast guests Ahmed Ali, Joseph Seia, Jennifer Huong, James Hang, and Morhaf. The episode delves into the complexities of mental health care within culturally diverse communi...

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Nov. 27, 2023

34 I Filipinos— Beyond the Rice Cooker: Cuisine and Cultural Values o…

In this episode, host Raj Sundar engages in a conversation with Devin, a dedicated community organizer within the Filipino-American community, exploring the intersection of nutrition and cultural values within healthcare. Raj...

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Nov. 20, 2023

33 I Filipinos— The Story of the "Forgotten Asians" (and how did we g…

In this episode, host Raj Sundar explores the history and experiences of Filipino Americans in the healthcare profession with guest Devin Cabanilla. Together, they discuss the complex identities of Filipino Americans shaped b...

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