Power, Policy, & The People  -  A Conversation with Delegate Jennifer White Holland. and Deputy Delegate, Baby Ryleigh!

Power, Policy, & The People - A Conversation with Delegate Jennifer White Holland. and Deputy Delegate, Baby Ryleigh!

Author: Leon Rock, M. Ed. July 18, 2026 Duration: 51:38

Join host Leon Rock for an urgent, high-energy conversation with Maryland State Delegate Jennifer White Holland, and a special guest appearance by her 1-year-old "Deputy Delegate," Baby Ryleigh!

In this powerful episode, we’re breaking down the hard-hitting legislative battles fighting to lower your healthcare costs. From expanding the Prescription Drug Affordability Board to cap skyrocketing prices on vital diabetes medications like Ozempic and Jardiance, to rewriting the public health playbook with expanded Medicaid coverage for obesity and chronic weight management, Delegate White Holland is tackling systemic health disparities head-on.

Plus, she shares a deeply personal look into how navigating the healthcare system as a pregnant Black woman fuels her urgent mission to close prenatal care gaps and protect Black mothers from gestational diabetes complications.

If you've ever felt ignored by the medical system, this is your blueprint for advocacy, policy, and taking back control of your health. Tune in now!


Hosted by educator Leon Rock, M. Ed., African American Diabetes Podcast Show creates a vital space for conversation and practical guidance centered on the Black experience with diabetes. This isn't just a health podcast; it's a resource built on understanding the unique cultural, social, and systemic factors at play. Each episode blends straightforward advice with deeper commentary, drawing on the knowledge of Black healthcare professionals and researchers who provide not only medical insights but also crucial context on navigating the healthcare landscape. You'll hear real stories of resilience and management that resonate on a personal level. Grounded in a Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation framework, the discussions go beyond diet and exercise to address the whole journey. The tone is supportive and direct, offering actionable steps while fostering a sense of community. Whether the topic is fitness, nutrition, or the latest relevant news, Leon Rock facilitates conversations that empower informed choices and holistic well-being. Tuning in means accessing a dedicated blend of expert insight and shared experience, all tailored to meet listeners where they are.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 45

African American Diabetes Podcast Show
Podcast Episodes
Diabetes and Black Americans A History of Neglect, the Unseen Wounds. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:19
Hello and welcome back to The African American Diabetes Podcast, Segment #3!Today, we're embarking on an important journey of understanding. Yes, we're exploring the hidden histories and systemic inequalities that have p…
Busting Diabetes Myths, Building on the Facts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:58
Tired of diabetes myths holding you back? Join Leon Rock, the dynamic host of the African American Diabetes Podcast, as he fearlessly dives into the truth behind this condition. Get ready to have those persistent misconc…