In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview Industrial Hygienist Frank Hearl, P.E. Frank conducted extensive industrial hygiene and epidemiological research focused on dust-induced and lung diseases, leading major projects such as an international study on silica and lung cancer in collaboration with institutions in China and the U.S. As leader of the National Occupational Research Agenda Mixed Exposures Team, he ensured that occupational health standards reflected the complex realities of workplace exposures. Later, as chief of staff at NIOSH, he coordinated with federal agencies to translate research and risk assessments into practical, science-based policies for occupational safety and health. We’re going to talk to Frank about his 40-plus years in OEHS and learn how the field has changed since he started his career.

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show, we interview AIHA President Bradley King, PhD, MPH, CIH, as well as Philip Clark, MS, CIH, CSP, the founder of UpSkillESH.com. Bradley and Phil were part of the team that wrote AIHA’s new guidance document, "Using AI to Enhance OEHS". Today, we’re exploring how AI is shaping and enhancing the field of OEHS, while also learning about some of the limitations and challenges. 

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview industrial hygienist Mary V. O'Reilly, PhD, CIH, CPE, FAIHA, as part of our Luminary Series. Mary is a founding member of Workplace Health Without Borders (WHWB) and its US branch. She is a fellow of AIHA and the recipient of AIHA’s 2016 Alice Hamilton Award.  Mary is currently an adjunct professor at the University of Albany School of Public Health. She teaches Occupational Health: Achievements, Continuing Challenges, and Evolving Issues, a course for graduate and upper undergraduate students.  We’re going to talk to Mary about her 40-plus years in OEHS and learn how the field has changed since she started her career.

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show, we interview the vice chair of AIHA’s Thermal Stress Working Group, Gabrielle Brewer, PhD, CISSN, and the program director of the National Commission on Climate and Workforce Health, David Leathers. Today, we will learn more about the collaboration between AIHA’s Thermal Stress Working Group and Health Action Alliance. We’ll also gain insight into sector-specific heat resources for industries struggling with heat stress.

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview industrial hygienist Zack Mansdorf, PhD, CIH, CSP, QEP, FAIHA, as part of our Luminary Series. Zack is a distinguished leader in occupational and environmental health, safety, and sustainability. In 1998, he was recognized as one of the top 10 most influential industrial hygienists. For more than five decades, his career has spanned government service, academia, consulting, and senior corporate leadership, including his tenure as senior vice president of safety, health, and environment at the cosmetics company L’Oréal.  We’re going to talk to Zack about his 50-plus years in OEHS and learn how the field has changed since he started his career.

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show, we interview the project chair for AIHA’s Grand Challenges Leadership Team and the facilitator for the Promoting Health Equity Team, Deborah Nelson, PhD, CIH. We’re going to learn more about AIHA's Grand Challenges for Worker Health, Safety, and Well-Being and how they will improve workplace safety in the years ahead.    Learn more: Grand Challenges | AIHA

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show, we interview distinguished, award-winning journalist Howard Berkes. A veteran NPR correspondent, Howard Berkes worked for 38 years covering the American West, rural America, and later served as an Investigations Correspondent. We’re here today to talk about Howard’s insights on the hidden epidemic of severe black lung disease among coal miners, uncovered through relentless investigative work. 

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview Industrial Hygienist Jonathan Klane. Jonathan is a senior manager of business development and advisor for Draeger Safety Inc., as well as a PhD candidate and researcher in human and social dimensions of science and technology at Arizona State University. Jonathan is a Synergist contributing author, chair of the Communicating OEHS Concepts and Priorities Committee, and former chair of the Communication and Training Methods Committee. We’re here today to talk about Jonathan Klane’s career in OEHS and learn more about how OEHS professionals can build a more accessible and accommodating profession. 

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview Occupational Safety Specialist Tom West. Tom is Vice President and Global Practice Leader at MākuSafe. At AIHA Connect 2025, Tom presented his session, “How Wearable Tech Fuels Data-Driven EHS Strategies.” We’re here today to learn more about how wearable technology is reshaping workplace safety.

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview Industrial Hygienist Chris Laszcz-Davis as part of our Luminary Series.  Over her thirty-year career, she has been involved in government, industry, management consulting, and international pro bono work all over the world. She became one of only a few female industrial hygienists at a time when men dominated the profession. Despite many obstacles, she went on to become president of her local section in California and then chair of AIHA’s Local Sections Council. She then joined the AIHA Board and served as president of the Academy of Industrial Hygiene. Today, we gain insight into Chris L-D’s extensive career and her thoughts about the future of OEHS.    Watch the full episode and join the conversation with industry leaders in the Catalyst and Healthy Workplaces Show communities.

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview Industrial Hygienist Mike Ierardi. Mike is an active member of several AIHA volunteer groups, including the PR(IH)DE Special Interest Group. He founded this volunteer group in 2022 to incorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion in the IH and OEHS professions, particularly with regard to professionals in the LGBTQ+ community.   Watch the full episode and join the conversation with industry leaders in the Catalyst and Healthy Workplaces Show communities.   Interested in joining the PR(IH)DE Special Interest Group? Click here: AIHA PR(IH)DE SIG | AIHA.

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview industrial hygienist Lawrence Whitehead as part of our Luminary Series. Lawrence Whitehead is a retired faculty member in industrial hygiene and environmental health for the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, where he has taught since 1986. He directed the ABET-accredited graduate academic curriculum in industrial hygiene at the University of Texas. Today, we discuss Lawrence’s academic career spanning over 50 years in industrial hygiene and environmental health.   Watch the full episode and join the conversation with industry leaders in the Catalyst and Healthy Workplaces Show communities.

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview David Finch, the opening keynote speaker at AIHA Connect 2025. David Finch is the New York Times best-selling author of The Journal of Best Practices, a memoir of his experience navigating neurodiversity and relationships. As a neurodiverse person himself, David has a unique approach to challenges in his professional and personal life. David will share his advice on how best to manage neurodiverse individuals, those whose brains work a little differently from the rest of the workforce.   Watch the full episode and join the conversation with industry leaders in the Catalyst and Healthy Workplaces Show communities.

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview industrial hygienist Enrique Medina about his career in EHS, learn more about the impact of the recent Los Angeles wildfires, and gain insight about the newly released 2nd Edition AIHA Technical Guide for Wildfire Impact Assessments for the OEHS Professional. Watch the full episode and join the conversation with industry leaders in the Catalyst and Healthy Workplaces Show communities.

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview the Secretary-Elect of AIHA’s Women in Industrial Hygiene (WIH) Committee Krista Thompson about her career, the challenges women in industrial hygiene may encounter, and how we can support women in this growing field.   Watch the full episode and join the conversation with industry leaders in the Catalyst and Healthy Workplaces Show communities.

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview Dr. Baron about her career in infectious disease microbiology, learn more about cyberbiosecurity, and get a sneak peek of her upcoming pop-up session: Laboratory Biorisk Assessments – Considerations for Incorporating Cyberbiosecurity at AIHA Connect 2025.   Watch the full episode and join the conversation with industry leaders in the Catalyst and Healthy Workplaces Show communities.

On March 5th, 2025, Industrial Hygienist Kevin Mahoney presented the Flame-Resistant Clothing Assessment Tool webinar. The webinar discussed the lack of recognition of the need for flame-resistant clothing, leaving many workers without proper protection. Kevin believes it is important to accurately assess a workplace to determine the need for flame-resistant clothing. Today, we’re here to talk about Kevin’s career, gain more insight into his Flame-Resistant Clothing Assessment Tool Webinar, and his advice to the future generation of OEHS professionals.    Watch the full episode and join the conversation with industry leaders in the Catalyst and Healthy Workplaces Show communities.

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview award-winning industrial hygienist & best-selling author Carter Ficklen about his career, his advice to the future generation of OEHS professionals, and why our listeners should attend AIHA Connect 2025. Many of you who have studied or are studying for the CIH exam will recognize Carter as the author and editor of one of AIHA’s 2024 Best-seller the Industrial Hygiene Reference and Study Guide, 4th edition.     Watch the full episode and join the conversation with industry leaders in the Catalyst and Healthy Workplaces Show communities.

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we interview Director at large, John R. Moore III, and Treasurer, Lucinette Alvarado Rivera about what the FAIR framework is, what AIHA’s approach to it will be, and how this new program will be beneficial to occupational and environmental health and safety professionals moving forward.

In this episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we follow up with AIHA Past President, Dina Siegel, and AIHA CEO, Larry Sloan to learn more about AIHA's 2025-2027 strategic plan. Dina and Larry led the process for the creation of this plan, and we’re excited to follow up with them on how this plan will shape the future of our profession. Watch the full episode and join the conversation with industry leaders in the Catalyst and Healthy Workplaces Show communities.