COVID-19 Heroes
Lorraine SchneiderCOVID-19 Heroes is a look into the many hearts and minds of the individuals working and helping on the front lines of the global pandemic. From medical professionals to store clerks, everyone has a role to play in moving society forward and stopping the spread of this deadly coronavirus. An emergency manager currently working for The Walt Disney Company, Lorraine Schneider uses her background and ... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 28 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Categories | DocumentarySociety & Culture | ||||
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It's a wrap for season 1 of COVID-19 Heroes, but the pandemic is far from over. We can all continue to play our part in slowing the spread of COVID-19.
If the many Emergency Management guests on the show sparked your interest in our field, I hope y... more
What happens once someone passes away during the COVID-19 pandemic? To date, close to half a million people have died from the novel coronavirus. In the span of three months, New York City experienced over 35,000 deaths linked to COVID-19 and other u... more
For weeks, the entire world caught its breath and set its eyes on New York City, the new epicenter of COVID-19 after Wuhan, China and Lombardy, Italy. To date, the metropolis has experienced over 200K confirmed cases and 20,000 related deaths. A city... more
"Black and Brown women are one of the most vulnerable populations during disaster and they're being disproportionately impacted by the coronavirus as a result of their race, class, and gender." PhD Student & Bill Anderson Fund Fellow, Felicia Henry, ... more
"What started as an equal-opportunity disease has quickly become racialized." Laura Abrams, Chair and Director of Social Welfare at the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs gives an account of how COVID-19 has reinforced pre-existing racial and ethni... more
As first responders, firefighters have a long history of facing challenging situations and managing stress. Retired LA City Firefighter, Glenn Miyagishima, provides an overview of his research on stress in the Fire Service and shares tips on how empl... more
The world of sports has come to a complete standstill all over the world. 2016 Olympic champion, Madison Kocian, describes what it was like seeing the coronavirus pandemic prematurely end her gymnastics career. Together, we talk about the Internation... more
How does COVID-19 affect the different generations and our bias toward age and disability? Fernando Torres-Gil, Director of the UCLA Center for Policy Research on Aging, introduces us to the generational shifts brought on by the pandemic and how cert... more
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- Genuine and Thoughtful!
I am truly impressed and moved by this podcast. As we go through traumatic times, it is often hard to remember as we look back. Lorraine Schneider does a fantastic job capturing the emotions, perspectives and stories experienced during this critical part of our history. A must listen!
Apple Podcasts5Tamra318
United States5 years ago I'm a bit biased because I am a former co-worker of the podcast author who built an amazing volunteer emergency response team at UCLA. I can tell her passion at work has spilled over into her podcasting endeavors. I have enjoyed the variety of COVID-19 topics and the quality of guests on this show. The interviews flow very well, have excellent guest backstory introductions and pack great information and experiences into a reasonable amount of time.
Podchaser55 years agoJoshuaWitt- Lots of Perspectives!
Really cool to hear all of these different perspectives! Looking forward to more!
Apple Podcasts5B5VUnited States5 years ago - Great Stories!
t’s refreshing to hear stories from multiple perspective of the pandemic that range from different sectors.
Apple Podcasts5JazCurenoUnited States5 years ago - Must-listen podcast on the current pandemic
This podcast is capturing history as we live it. Episodes are thirty minutes and expose different elements of the coronavirus experience from those working to quell the spread. I highly recommend it and share it around with friends and colleagues.
Apple Podcasts5SunnyGSunnyGUnited States5 years ago - Informative and uplifting
This podcast shows the reality of Covid19 for different people out there in a very informative way, I already learnt a lot, but without making you anxiois rather giving you hope, and inspiring and energizing you to engage in community action! Listen in!
Apple Podcasts5Cécile11
Belgium5 years ago - Great COVID-19 Podcast
It’s been very uplifting hearing from so many essential workers and helpers during this pandemic! Lorraine Schneider does a phenomenal job of combining her curiosity and emergency management background to touch on a variety of groups that have been affected and/or are instrumental in helping us all overcome these difficult times. Thanks for sharing these stories!
Apple Podcasts5lucysundervaleUnited States5 years ago - Highly Recommended
Fascinating and timely series that digs into the ways that the pandemic is impacting all sectors of society. Captivating storytelling!
Apple Podcasts5LABatGirlUnited States5 years ago - Insightful storytelling about a wide variety of heroes & experts!
Really enjoy Lorraine’s enthusiasm for exploring and sharing these personal stories. Her genuine curiosity and thoughtful questions make for fascinating conversation. Looking forward to more episodes!
Apple Podcasts5deannamhongUnited States5 years ago - Thoughtful, professional and interesting
Really looking forward to more episodes from Lorraine Schneider. As an emergency management professional, she brings a unique perspective to the interviews she conducts. I love it!
Apple Podcasts5'bineUnited States5 years ago - Really Great!
Really great Podcast! Keep Going, it’s such an important topic!
Apple Podcasts5Johanna280604
Germany5 years ago - Awesome!!
Love all the stories about people that have been affected by COVID-19
Apple Podcasts5jroberts__United States5 years ago - Thank you! Go Bruins!
It is a very nuanced and intellectual podcast but with tones of optimism!
Apple Podcasts5Firstrevieweverin10yearsUnited States6 years ago - Great podcast
Lorraine share stories of people confronted to the virus across the US, from the teacher to the nurse or the cashier in a supermarket... Everybody can relate to these stories.
Apple Podcasts5Marie6311
France6 years ago - Great perspectives and inspiring commentary on the hard working heroes of our society!
Thank you for sharing your story, Ben, and for reminding us that this virus can and will impact everyone, regardless of their age, background, etc. Looking forward to more episodes!
Apple Podcasts5BretcrumbsUnited States6 years ago
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