America's Healthiest City Podcast
1) Richmond's Water Emergency with Mayor Avula
What happens when a public health physician becomes mayor and immediately faces a massive infrastructure failure? In this riveting conversation, Dr. Danny Avula takes us behind the scenes of Richmond'...Show More
2) Small Changes, Big Impact: Saving Energy in Virginia's Booming Economy
Did you know that Virginians are literally throwing away one-third of the energy we pay for? As our state faces the challenge of energy demand doubling over the next decade, understanding how to use e...Show More
3) The Science of Longevity: How MetaFit Rx is Revolutionizing Personal Health
MetaFit Rx brings clinical testing usually reserved for elite athletes to everyday people seeking longevity and improved health through data-driven approaches. Founders Melissa and David Ambrose combi...Show More
4) The Capital Trail Is Transforming Richmond One Step at a Time
Richmond's evolution into a healthier, more vibrant community flows directly through the Virginia Capital Trail, a 52-mile pathway connecting the city to Williamsburg that has transformed how resident...Show More
5) From Super Bowl Spotlight to Community Champion: The Many Hats of Lance Lemon
Lance Lemon shares his journey from childhood actor to Richmond entrepreneur, spotlighting his Super Bowl commercial for Penny's Wine Shop and his vision for revitalizing Jackson Ward. • Growing up i...Show More
6) Richmond's Vision of Health and Innovation by 2033
The final episode of America’s Healthiest City reflects on the past year’s efforts and experiences while looking ahead to new community-focused programming in 2025. Key themes include addressing youth...Show More
7) Greta Harris on Affordable Housing, Social Justice, and Transforming Richmond Communities
What if affordable housing could be the key to transforming communities and creating thriving opportunities for all? Join us as Greta Harris, President and CEO of the Better Housing Coalition, shares ...Show More
8) Michelle Mercurio on Personal Branding, Embracing Authenticity, and Richmond's Creative Community
Imagine discovering your true path after leaving behind a seemingly perfect corporate life. That's my story, and today, I’m joined by Michelle Mercurio, a dynamic creative entrepreneur, to explore the...Show More
9) Sparkle Taylor on Resilience, Community Work, and the Hidden Potential of Richmond's Gilpin Court
Sparkle Taylor joins us for an episode filled with raw honesty and inspiration, as she shares her story of resilience and growth in Richmond’s Gilpin Court. From overcoming homelessness to finding a h...Show More
10) David Wadlick from Feedmore on Treating Food as Medicine and Revolutionizing Community Health in Richmond
What if the secret to a healthier life lies not in traditional medicine, but in the food we eat? Join us for a conversation with David Wadlick, the Chief Collaboration and Programs Officer for Feedmor...Show More