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Hosted by Dr. Philip McAdoo, Director of Internal Equity and Workplace Well-Being at the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI), Turn on the Lights is a podcast that aims to improve health care worldwide by shedding light on health care issues through thought-provoking, patient-centered conversations. By demystifying health care problems, we hope to activate both the public and health care pro... more

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Latest Episodes

What would change if health care truly organized itself around what matters most to older adults, patients, families, and caregivers?

In this episode, Alice Bonner, a nationally recognized leader in age-friendly care and person-centered systems, joi... more

Patient safety and workforce safety are not separate priorities. They are different, but deeply connected outcomes of the same health care system.

In this episode, Patricia McGaffigan, Senior Advisor for Safety at the Institute for Healthcare Improv... more

What is public trust in nurses worth if it does not lead to voice, protection, and authority?

In this episode, Dr. Ernest J. Grant, Clinical Associate Professor and Vice Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Duke University School of Nurs... more

What can four decades of HIV/AIDS response teach public health about preparing for the next crisis?

In this episode, Dr. Eugene McCray, a physician, epidemiologist, and longtime public health leader, reflects on the lessons HIV/AIDS has taught about... more

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Recent Guests

Patricia McGaffigan
Senior Advisor, Safety and President, Certification Board for Professionals in Patient Safety
Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI)
Episode: Patient Safety, Workforce Safety, and the Conditions for Safer Care with Patricia McGaffigan
Ernest Grant
Vice Dean of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at Duke University School of Nursing; former president of the American Nurses Association
Duke University School of Nursing / American Nurses Association
Episode: Nursing Leadership, Courage, and Public Trust with Dr. Ernest J. Grant
Dr. Eugene McCray
Physician, epidemiologist, public health leader; key figure in HIV/AIDS response
Public Health Leader
Episode: Public Health Memory, Prevention, and Preparedness with Dr. Eugene McCray
Harold J. Phillips
National leader in HIV, public health, community advocacy, and health equity
National Minority AIDS Council (NMAC)
Episode: HIV, Stigma, and Trust with Harold Phillips
Sue Hassmiller
Nationally respected nursing and healthcare leader
Unknown from transcript
Episode: Leading Humans Through Change with Sue Hassmiller
Beverly Malone
President and CEO of the National League for Nursing
National League for Nursing
Episode: The Workforce We Need: Nurses as Healers, Leaders, and the Future of Care with Dr. Beverly Malone
Harold Phillips
Guest inviting discussion on communities left behind
Public health/Community health advocate
Episode: A New Season: What Health Care Needs Now
Alice Bonner
Expert examining aging and ageism in care
Healthcare advocate specializing in geriatric care
Episode: A New Season: What Health Care Needs Now
Vincent Guillamo-Ramos
Researcher discussing Latino experiences and policy impact
Public health/Policy researcher
Episode: A New Season: What Health Care Needs Now

Host

Philip McAdoo
Host of Turn on the Lights

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • Awesome podcast!

    Every month the interview is interesting and provocative. I always come away with great ideas and energy. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    With Deep Appreciation
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great episodes

    Really appreciate the interviews with Eric Reinhart, Mai Pham, and Dhruv Khullar among many others. Hearing about these efforts gives me hope. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Primary Care For All
    United Statesa year ago
  • Integrating global perspectives

    Greater integration of global perspectives would attract a broader audience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jamesy mcdonald
    Australiaa year ago
  • Fantastic Resource

    Last fall I started working at a hospital in a support role with very little healthcare experience. Soon after I started listening to Turn on the Lights to help me understand more of my new environment. I cannot tell you how much this has helped me with background contextual understanding that my colleagues take for granted. I also feel more up to date on current healthcare challenges and opportunities which allows me to contribute more in discussions surrounding planning and policy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sleepy Alaskan
    United Statesa year ago
  • Michelle Browder rocks

    Best podcast EVER

    Geriatric psychiatrist

    Abhilash Desai MD

    Boise, Idaho.

    IHI is a place I go to to maintain my optimism and trust in humanity.

    Hosts of the podcast are my modern heroes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    freethinker12345
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the mix of policy, leadership, and patient-centered perspectives.
High-quality guests and practical takeaways make it valuable for professionals seeking real-world applications.
Thought-provoking and helpful for understanding complex health care issues from multiple angles.
Positive sentiments about optimism and trust in reform efforts and leadership.
The show is consistently topical and credible, though some episodes could broaden global viewpoints further.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Nursing Leadership, Courage, and Public Trust with Dr. Ernest J. Grant
Q: What can leaders do this week to turn trust in nurses into true voice and authority?
Mentor a group of junior nurses, create a mini leadership academy to prepare successors, and actively involve next-generation leaders in decisions that affect patient care at the policy and bedside levels.
Nursing Leadership, Courage, and Public Trust with Dr. Ernest J. Grant
Q: Was there a moment when you realized that nursing leadership could prevent suffering before someone ever reached the bedside?
Yes, early in burn care I realized prevention mattered when many injuries in children and older adults could be prevented with safer home environments and better supervision, driving a shift from only bedside care to prevention and policy.
Public Health Memory, Prevention, and Preparedness with Dr. Eugene McCray
Q: What is the most important lesson from the HIV/AIDS response for future public health crises?
Engage communities meaningfully at every stage, build trust through transparent communication, and ensure interventions are adapted to local contexts with strong community leadership and accountability.
Encore release: Medicaid Work Requirements and the Unraveling of Health Coverage with Ben Sommers
Q: What did the Arkansas study reveal about work requirements and coverage?
The Arkansas study found that about 18,000 people lost coverage, and uninsured rates rose among those subject to the policy, mainly due to confusion and red tape rather than a large drop in employment; most affected were already working or had exemptions, yet reporting hurdles caused disenrollment.
Encore release: Medicaid Work Requirements and the Unraveling of Health Coverage with Ben Sommers
Q: Can you summarize the major changes in access and coverage expected under OB3?
The major changes include expanded work requirements for the Medicaid expansion population, more frequent renewals (every six months), and new budgetary constraints that may push states to cut services or payments if they can't raise funds, plus changes to subsidies that support marketplace coverage.

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What is Turn on the Lights Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on patient-centered health care improvement through thoughtful conversations with leaders across nursing, public health, policy, and health technology. Episodes frequently explore equity, dignity, and workforce well‑being, linking personal stories to system-level change. Notable strengths include a steady stream of high‑profile experts discussing real‑world challenges—such as cost dynamics, quality measurement, AI governance, and public health infrastructure—and translating insights into actionable takeaways for organizations aiming to improve care, safety, and access. The format tends to blend leadership lessons, data-driven policy context, and frontline perspectives, making it a valuable resource for health system execut... more

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1. Patricia McGaffigan
2. Ernest Grant
3. Dr. Eugene McCray
4. Harold J. Phillips
5. Sue Hassmiller
6. Beverly Malone
7. Harold Phillips
8. Alice Bonner

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