Behind the Mic: The Power and Potential of Health-Related Podcasts

January 29, 2026 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time)

Health-focused podcasts are reshaping how professionals, patients and the public access trusted information—and we’re bringing together the experts who are leading the way.

Join us for a dynamic, one-hour webinar featuring a panel of seasoned health podcasters who have built influential platforms and loyal audiences in an increasingly crowded digital space. Our panelists will dive into:

  • How they launched and grew their podcasts.
  • What it takes to sustain an engaged audience.
  • Smart strategies to stand out in a saturated market.
  • How to choose timely, compelling topics.
  • Trends shaping the future of health communication.
  • PLUS: A look at AI tools that can boost efficiency throughout the podcast production process.

Whether you’re thinking about starting a podcast or looking to elevate your current series, you’ll walk away with fresh inspiration, practical guidance and real-world insights from communicators who’ve made their mark behind the mic.

Hosted by the Health and Life Sciences Section. Paid registration for non-Health and Life Sciences Section members includes the live webinar and video playback for one month.

Featured panelists:

  • Michael Williams, Michigan Public Health Institute
  • Marissa Plescia, MedCity News
  • Amanda Kwong, Public Health Communications Collaborative
  • Jill Chadwick, Medical News Network

Facilitated by:

PRSA Health and Life Sciences Section board members and podcasters Theresa Freed and Ellen Beth Levitt


Accreditation Information

Participants with the APR credential earn 0.5 CEUs for a webinar.

Pricing

PRSA Health and Life Sciences Section members receive the Section pricing listed below.

REGULAR RATE
PRSA MEMBER
$40.00
SECTION MEMBER
$0.00
NONMEMBER
$200.00

Categories:

Career: Early, Career: Mid-Level, Career: Senior-Level, Emerging Trends, Format: Live Online, Health and Life Sciences, Special Interests, Techniques & Tactics, Webinar