In this episode of the Building for Digital Equity Podcast, Jordan Pittman sits down with Dana Northcraft, Natalie Birnbaum, and Emily Schacter from RHITES, the Reproductive Health Initiative for Telehealth Equity and Solutions. The conversation dives deep into RHITES' mission to integrate reproductive healthcare into the larger telehealth ecosystem, addressing critical issues of equity and access.

They discusses the increasing need for telehealth in maternity and reproductive healthcare deserts, emphasizing the importance of expanded broadband access. They also touch on the intersectional barriers to telehealth, such as language access and affordability, and the importance of digital equity in ensuring effective telehealth services. The team shares insights on how telehealth not only provides essential healthcare but also significantly reduces costs, citing a report that showed substantial savings in emergency visits in rural areas.

The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to get involved with RHITES, whether through advocacy, collaboration, or educational resources. Dana, Natalie, and Emily encourage the audience to view broadband access as a human right and a critical utility, essential for achieving equitable healthcare outcomes.

This show is 18 minutes long and can be played on this page or using the podcast app of your choice with this feed.

Transcript below. 

We want your feedback and suggestions for the show-please e-mail us or leave a comment below.

Listen to other episodes here or see other podcasts from the Institute for Local Self-Reliance here.

Thanks to Joseph McDade for the music. The song is On the Verge and is used per his Free-Use terms.

In this episode of the Building for Digital Equity Podcast, Jordan Pittman sits down with Dana Northcraft, Natalie Birnbaum, and Emily Schacter from RHITES, the Reproductive Health Initiative for Telehealth Equity and Solutions. The conversation dives deep into RHITES' mission to integrate reproductive healthcare into the larger telehealth ecosystem, addressing critical issues of equity and access.

They discusses the increasing need for telehealth in maternity and reproductive healthcare deserts, emphasizing the importance of expanded broadband access. They also touch on the intersectional barriers to telehealth, such as language access and affordability, and the importance of digital equity in ensuring effective telehealth services. The team shares insights on how telehealth not only provides essential healthcare but also significantly reduces costs, citing a report that showed substantial savings in emergency visits in rural areas.

The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to get involved with RHITES, whether through advocacy, collaboration, or educational resources. Dana, Natalie, and Emily encourage the audience to view broadband access as a human right and a critical utility, essential for achieving equitable healthcare outcomes.

This show is 18 minutes long and can be played on this page or using the podcast app of your choice with this feed.

Transcript below. 

We want your feedback and suggestions for the show-please e-mail us or leave a comment below.

Listen to other episodes here or see other podcasts from the Institute for Local Self-Reliance here.

Thanks to Joseph McDade for the music. The song is On the Verge and is used per his Free-Use terms.

In this episode of the Building for Digital Equity Podcast, Jordan Pittman sits down with Dana Northcraft, Natalie Birnbaum, and Emily Schacter from RHITES, the Reproductive Health Initiative for Telehealth Equity and Solutions. The conversation dives deep into RHITES' mission to integrate reproductive healthcare into the larger telehealth ecosystem, addressing critical issues of equity and access.

They discusses the increasing need for telehealth in maternity and reproductive healthcare deserts, emphasizing the importance of expanded broadband access. They also touch on the intersectional barriers to telehealth, such as language access and affordability, and the importance of digital equity in ensuring effective telehealth services. The team shares insights on how telehealth not only provides essential healthcare but also significantly reduces costs, citing a report that showed substantial savings in emergency visits in rural areas.

The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to get involved with RHITES, whether through advocacy, collaboration, or educational resources. Dana, Natalie, and Emily encourage the audience to view broadband access as a human right and a critical utility, essential for achieving equitable healthcare outcomes.

This show is 18 minutes long and can be played on this page or using the podcast app of your choice with this feed.

Transcript below. 

We want your feedback and suggestions for the show-please e-mail us or leave a comment below.

Listen to other episodes here or see other podcasts from the Institute for Local Self-Reliance here.

Thanks to Joseph McDade for the music. The song is On the Verge and is used per his Free-Use terms.

In this episode of the Building for Digital Equity Podcast, Jordan Pittman sits down with Dana Northcraft, Natalie Birnbaum, and Emily Schacter from RHITES, the Reproductive Health Initiative for Telehealth Equity and Solutions. The conversation dives deep into RHITES' mission to integrate reproductive healthcare into the larger telehealth ecosystem, addressing critical issues of equity and access.

They discusses the increasing need for telehealth in maternity and reproductive healthcare deserts, emphasizing the importance of expanded broadband access. They also touch on the intersectional barriers to telehealth, such as language access and affordability, and the importance of digital equity in ensuring effective telehealth services. The team shares insights on how telehealth not only provides essential healthcare but also significantly reduces costs, citing a report that showed substantial savings in emergency visits in rural areas.

The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to get involved with RHITES, whether through advocacy, collaboration, or educational resources. Dana, Natalie, and Emily encourage the audience to view broadband access as a human right and a critical utility, essential for achieving equitable healthcare outcomes.

This show is 18 minutes long and can be played on this page or using the podcast app of your choice with this feed.

Transcript below. 

We want your feedback and suggestions for the show-please e-mail us or leave a comment below.

Listen to other episodes here or see other podcasts from the Institute for Local Self-Reliance here.

Thanks to Joseph McDade for the music. The song is On the Verge and is used per his Free-Use terms.

In this episode of the Building for Digital Equity Podcast, Jordan Pittman sits down with Dana Northcraft, Natalie Birnbaum, and Emily Schacter from RHITES, the Reproductive Health Initiative for Telehealth Equity and Solutions. The conversation dives deep into RHITES' mission to integrate reproductive healthcare into the larger telehealth ecosystem, addressing critical issues of equity and access.

They discusses the increasing need for telehealth in maternity and reproductive healthcare deserts, emphasizing the importance of expanded broadband access. They also touch on the intersectional barriers to telehealth, such as language access and affordability, and the importance of digital equity in ensuring effective telehealth services. The team shares insights on how telehealth not only provides essential healthcare but also significantly reduces costs, citing a report that showed substantial savings in emergency visits in rural areas.

The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to get involved with RHITES, whether through advocacy, collaboration, or educational resources. Dana, Natalie, and Emily encourage the audience to view broadband access as a human right and a critical utility, essential for achieving equitable healthcare outcomes.

This show is 18 minutes long and can be played on this page or using the podcast app of your choice with this feed.

Transcript below. 

We want your feedback and suggestions for the show-please e-mail us or leave a comment below.

Listen to other episodes here or see other podcasts from the Institute for Local Self-Reliance here.

Thanks to Joseph McDade for the music. The song is On the Verge and is used per his Free-Use terms.

This week on the podcast, Christopher speaks with Deb Socia, President and CEO, and Geoff Millener, Chief Operating Officer, of the Enterprise Center in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The Enterprise Center is a non-profit partner to the City of Chattanooga that unites people, organizations, and technology to build an advanced and inclusive future.

The group discusses the HCS ED Connect program, a transformative initiative providing free home Internet access to low-income students in Chattanooga, and its notable impact on parent engagement and student success.

Deb and Jeff also shed light on the Orchard Knob project, leveraging technology to better health outcomes in African-American neighborhoods, and the Tech Goes Home program, offering technology access and training for seniors and their underserved populations.

Throughout the conversation, the group underscores the vital role of partnerships and community engagement in successfully implementing these initiatives. They conclude by emphasizing the overarching need for universal broadband access as a driving force behind fostering positive change in communities.

This show is 38 minutes long and can be played on this page or via Apple Podcasts or the tool of your choice using this feed.

Transcript below.

We want your feedback and suggestions for the show-please e-mail us or leave a comment below.

Listen to other episodes or view all episodes in our index. See other podcasts from the Institute for Local Self-Reliance.

Thanks to Arne Huseby for the music. The song is Warm Duck Shuffle and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.

This week on the podcast, Christopher speaks with Deb Socia, President and CEO, and Geoff Millener, Chief Operating Officer, of the Enterprise Center in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The Enterprise Center is a non-profit partner to the City of Chattanooga that unites people, organizations, and technology to build an advanced and inclusive future.

The group discusses the HCS ED Connect program, a transformative initiative providing free home Internet access to low-income students in Chattanooga, and its notable impact on parent engagement and student success.

Deb and Jeff also shed light on the Orchard Knob project, leveraging technology to better health outcomes in African-American neighborhoods, and the Tech Goes Home program, offering technology access and training for seniors and their underserved populations.

Throughout the conversation, the group underscores the vital role of partnerships and community engagement in successfully implementing these initiatives. They conclude by emphasizing the overarching need for universal broadband access as a driving force behind fostering positive change in communities.

This show is 38 minutes long and can be played on this page or via Apple Podcasts or the tool of your choice using this feed.

Transcript below.

We want your feedback and suggestions for the show-please e-mail us or leave a comment below.

Listen to other episodes or view all episodes in our index. See other podcasts from the Institute for Local Self-Reliance.

Thanks to Arne Huseby for the music. The song is Warm Duck Shuffle and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.