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Epicentral

Epicentral

By Maddy Lewis, MPH

Join infectious disease epidemiologist, Maddy Lewis each week as she chats about the field of epidemiology, social issues, TikTok, and whatever else interests her. Maddy Lewis, MPH is a 24\5-year old post-grad figuring out her life and sharing her exciting career field with the world. Leave the boring epidemiology lectures for grad school--this show is fun, casual, and full of opinions! Keep up with Maddy on TikTok under @Maddy.Epidemiologist and email her for feedback, questions, and business inquiries at epicentralpodcast@gmail.com
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CSTE interview

EpicentralMay 08, 2022

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Quick Q and A

Quick Q and A

Maddy answers your questions about grad school, career opportunities, and working at CDC!

Aug 27, 202320:49
Companies that will hire you, student loans, and loan forgiveness

Companies that will hire you, student loans, and loan forgiveness

Maddy lists companies and organizations that will hire public health workers, especially ones pursuing loan forgiveness! She also gives updates and relevant information on student loans and public service loan forgiveness.

Jul 19, 202326:35
HOW TO START RUNNING!!

HOW TO START RUNNING!!

Maddy breaks down exactly how you can start integrating running into your life WITHOUT HATING IT!!

Jul 15, 202343:20
HOW TO GET A JOB AT CDC

HOW TO GET A JOB AT CDC

Maddy breaks down the under-discussed practical advice on getting a job at CDC. This includes the "student-fellowship-cdc" pipeline, internships, making connections, getting past the "Resume AI bot thing" etc. She also gives a STEP-BY-STEP tutorial on applying to the jobs you're qualified for so that you are more likely to get an interview/hired!

Jun 16, 202352:55
Using Chat GPT to get you a job in public health

Using Chat GPT to get you a job in public health

This week, Maddy discusses all the ways you can use Chat GPT to assist in your job search. This includes editing and crafting resumes, cover letters, and interview questions.

Jun 01, 202315:08
High Paying Public Health Jobs

High Paying Public Health Jobs

This week, Maddy is giving you company names, job titles, and search terms to help you find a higher-paying job in public health. She also separated these jobs into the public and private sectors for those pursuing public service loan forgiveness. Goodluck out there!

Apr 16, 202318:28
Dating in Your 20's-THE BEST ADVICE

Dating in Your 20's-THE BEST ADVICE

How to not get your heart broken, staying safe in dating, celibacy vs hooking up, etc. Maddy confidently shares her best dating advice and recommendations for straight women dating in their 20's (for those who want relationships).

Mar 30, 202349:44
Rambles and Rambles

Rambles and Rambles

Hear Maddy ramble about her recent health journey, processed foods, "clean eating", dieting, feeling comfortable in swimsuits, and more!

Mar 11, 202346:11
the secret to good health

the secret to good health

Happy 2023! We are talking about the secret to good health and some healthy & balanced new years goals!! you will find this one inspiring!

Jan 09, 202356:32
Drama, QandA, RSV

Drama, QandA, RSV

Maddy addresses TikTok drama involving the alleged impersonation of healthcare professionals, a Q and A about becoming an epidemiologist, and the RSV crisis. Happy Thanksgiving and safe travels to everyone!

Nov 20, 202231:22
politics and public health

politics and public health

GO VOTE! Maddy touches on some of the ways politics and policy influence public health in the US, including how perceptions of vaccines within each political party have changed. This episode is heavily biased and full of opinions :-) 

Nov 06, 202230:21
what are my job options??

what are my job options??

Maddy gives the FULL BREAKDOWN of job options for epidemiologists. Places to work, including company/organization names, fellowships, salaries, job position names, etc. 

Oct 24, 202250:33
SEASON 2-should I move to do public health??

SEASON 2-should I move to do public health??

WELCOME BACK!! After a hiatus, Maddy is back to discuss the pros and cons of moving cities to "do public health". Namely, to attend grad school/MPH or for a job. This episode is centered around her experiences as a 25-year-old with supportive family and friends. Moving wasn't easy, but it was totally worth it!

Oct 09, 202242:41
CSTE interview

CSTE interview

Maddy interviews CSTE (Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists), an organization well known for its Fellowship/training programs! We talk all about what the Applied Epi Fellowship has to offer, how to get in, salaries, etc.

May 08, 202240:51
finding public health jobs and internships

finding public health jobs and internships

Whether you're an aspiring epidemiologist or any type of public/global health professional, this episode is for you! Maddy goes over how to find jobs, internships, and public health opportunities as a high school student, undergrad, or graduate student.

Mar 20, 202233:10
how to become a public health consultant

how to become a public health consultant

Public health consulting is known as the "money maker" job, or rather, the "not underpaid" job in public health. This week, maddy interviews Hillary, a public health consultant, to discuss the ins and outs of the consulting world. 

Feb 09, 202256:51
Q&A epi rambles

Q&A epi rambles

Listen in on Maddy answering questions from #epitiktok and her email relating to epidemiology careers!

Feb 02, 202229:48
epi specialties

epi specialties

This week Maddy explains each of the main "specialties" in epidemiology. Use this episode as a jumping-off point to explore topics of interest!

Jan 24, 202222:37
Epi Chat with @EpidemiologistKat

Epi Chat with @EpidemiologistKat

Join in with social Media star, @EpidemiologistKat, in this conversation about Kat's "day in the life", social media ventures, the future of the epi field, when the pandemic will end, and more!


Kat's website https://www.epidemiologistkat.com/

TikTok @epidemiologistkat

Twitter @DrKatEpi

Instagram @epidemiologistkat

Facebook @epidemiologistkat

Jan 16, 202249:51
how to become an epidemiologist pt 3

how to become an epidemiologist pt 3

Maddy spills all the details on how to become an epidemiologist. This part 3 covers the tips and tricks to getting your epidemiologist job and starting your career.

Jan 10, 202228:26
how to become an epidemiologist pt 2

how to become an epidemiologist pt 2

Maddy spills all the details on how to become an epidemiologist. This part 2 covers choosing an MPH program, how to prepare, and what to expect in grad school.

Jan 03, 202243:19
prison and public health
Dec 07, 202129:38
how to become an epidemiologist pt 1

how to become an epidemiologist pt 1

Maddy spills all the details on how to become an epidemiologist. This part 1 covers everything from what classes to take in undergrad, to application requirements, to gap years. 

Nov 22, 202138:29
diet culture

diet culture

Maddy explains the details behind her viral tiktok video on the connection between diet culture and racism. Why are salads considered the pinnacle of health? Where did the stereotype behind "white people don't season their food" originate? 

Nov 15, 202130:29
atrocities of TikTok

atrocities of TikTok

Maddy rambles on and on about the atrocities and crimes committed on TikTok. Let's explore how science denialism and covid misinformation on social media might be harming society at large. 

Nov 08, 202143:05
germ theory vs terrain theory
Oct 31, 202144:22
day in the life of an epidemiologist
Oct 25, 202128:57
Intro- get to know me!
Oct 25, 202108:49