Welcome to Public Health Spotlight, a podcast exploring the pivotal role of leaders and experts shaping public health across the UK

This is a podcast brought to you by Panoramic Associates.

In this series, Public Health Spotlight explores the diverse landscape of public health, shining a light on the dedicated professionals who shape and safeguard the nation’s health. From Directors of Public Health to experts, researchers, and leaders across the field, we delve into the stories, challenges, and innovations that define public health today.

Listeners will hear from a range of voices across the UK, including England, Scotland, Wales, and the UK Crown Dependencies. Our guests will share their experiences, successes, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way, offering invaluable insights and inspiration for current and future public health leaders.

Join us as we spotlight public health professionals from various regions, including Birmingham, Sheffield, Swindon, Camden, East Sussex, and many more. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, an aspiring leader, or simply passionate about public health, this series is designed to inform, inspire, and connect you with the stories that matter.

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S2 Ep 9
Adversity, and Advocacy: A Personal Public Health Perspective

In this episode of Public Health Spotlight, Siobhan Farmer, Director of Public Health at Gloucestershire CountyCouncil, joins Callum Gardiner for an open and reflective conversation about leadership, lived experience and values-driven public health. From early curiosity about health inequalities to navigating the seismic challenges of Covid-19, Siobhan shares a deeply human account of leading public health in one of England’s most diverse rural urban counties.

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S2 Ep 8
Public Health Social Justice as the Heart of Bristol’s Health Initiatives

In this episode of Public Health SpotlightChristina Gray, Director of Communities and Public Health for Bristol Council, joins Callum Gardiner to reflect on her journey from grassroots activism in Scotland and Northern Ireland to leading public health in one of the UK’s most diverse and dynamic cities. With characteristic humility and a strong values-led approach, Christina explores the experiences, programmes and partnerships that have shaped her lifelong commitment to social justice and improving population health.

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Managing Public Health in Urban vs Rural Communities

In this episode of the Public Health Spotlight podcast, Colin Cox, Director of Public Health and Customer & Community Wellbeing for Cumberland Council, joins Callum Gardiner to share insights from a career spent navigating the evolving landscape of public health across both urban and rural settings.

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S2 EP6
Unpacking  Public Health: Equity, Community, and Lasting Change

In this episode of the Public Health SpotlightJason Strelitz, Corporate Director of Adults, Health and Communities for the London Borough of Newham, joins Callum to explore a career defined by purpose, evidence, and a relentless drive to create healthier environments for all.

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S2 Ep 5
Building a Better Future: Katrina’s Vision for Westmorland and Furness

In this episode of the Public Health Spotlight, Katrina Stephens, Director of Public Health at Westmorland and Furness Council, joins River Simmons

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S2 Ep 4
Shaping Public Health Across Borders: Peter’s Journey from GP to Jersey’s Medical Officer

In this episode of Public Health Spotlight,  Peter Bradley, Director of Public Health and Medical Officer of Health for the Government of Jersey joins Callum.

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S2 Ep 3
Building Healthier Communities: Stephen’s Vision for Stoke-on-Trent

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S2 Ep 2
Department of Health and Social Care

Callum Gardiner speaks with Andrew Ferber, Regional Director for the North West at the Department of Health and Social Care.

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S2 Ep 1
Trafford Council

River Simmons sits down with Helen Gollins, the Director of Public Health for Trafford

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Episode 16
London Borough of Hackney

 Maisie Hockings sits down with Dr. Sandra Husbands, the Director of Public Health for London Borough of Hackney. 

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Episode 15
East Sussex County Council

 Maisie Hockings sits down with Darrell Gale, the Director of Public Health for East Sussex County Council. 

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Episode 14
Islington Council

This episode explores the pressing issue of gambling-related harm, featuring insights from Leanne Downie of Betknowmore UK, alongside local authority representatives from Islington CouncilJohn Woolf and Flora Williamson

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Episode 13
NHS Highland

 Mia Collett sits down with Tim Allison, the Director of Public Health for NHS Highland. 

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Episode 12
North Northamptonshire Council

 Mia Collett sits down with Jane Bethea, the Director of Public Health for North Northamptonshire Council

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Episode 11
Wiltshire Council

 Mia Collett sits down with Kate Blackburn, the Director of Public Health for Wiltshire Council.

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Episode 10
UK Health Security Agency

Maisie is joined by Louise Smith, the Deputy Director of Revalidation and Clinical Governance at the UK Health Security Agency

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Episode 9
Swindon Borough Council

Mia Collet is joined by Steve Maddern, the Director of Public Health at Swindon Borough Council.

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Episode 8
London Borough of Haringey Council

Maisie is joined by Angharad Shambler, Senior Public Health Strategist within Health Protection

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Episode 7
Cardiff & Vale University Health Board

Mia is joined by Claire Beynon, the Executive Director of Public Health.

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Episode 6
Nottingham City Council

Mia is joined by Lucy Hubber, Director of Public Health. 

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Episode 5
Liverpool City Council

Maisie is joined by James Woolgar, Advanced Public Health Practitioner for Sexual Health.

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Episode 4
Camden Council

Maisie is joined by Kirsten Walters, Director of Public Health.

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Episode 3
Lincolnshire County Council

Mia sits down with Derek Ward, Director of Public Health.

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Episode 2
Sheffield City Council

Mia is joined by Greg Fell, Director of Public Health.

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Episode 1
Birmingham City Council

Maisie is joined by Dr Justin Varney, Director of Public Health.

Podcast Guests...

‘I'm really proud to be launching the Panoramic Associates podcast series. Hopefully, people will gain an insight into the journey that got us to where we are, and we'll tell an interesting and inspiring story. And hopefully, listeners will learn a little bit from it too. You can be the judge of that!’
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