The Penta Podcast Channel

In the first episode of a new HPS Insights special series on health disparities and minority health, in partnership with the Rare Disease Diversity Coalition (RDDC), HPS Partner, Stacy Kerr, is joined by Tammy Boyd of the Black Women's Health Imperative and special guest Dr. Elena Rios, President and CEO of the National Hispanic Medical Association. During the conversation Dr. Rios shares more about the work being done to help improve Hispanic health outcomes, the evolution of healthcare access and social determinants of health, and the impact of COVID-19 on Hispanic communities. Dr. Rios also discusses her work with RDDC and the policies that need to be put in place to help improve health outcomes, diagnose and treat those with rare diseases, and improve economic mobility across the country.

Tony, John, and Brendan are joined by John Dick to discuss the state of the economy and how consumers are navigating the slow return to "normal." While optimism and pessimism seem to be butting heads, John Dick breaks down the state of consumer economic sentiment, vaccine uptake, and more. The crew also discusses the current state of return to work, earnings results, and the new Treasury foreign exchange policy report.

In this edition of DistilledDC, HPS Managing Director Andrea Christianson sits down with Marneé Banks, Chief Communications Officer at the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership and former Communications Director for U.S. Senator Jon Tester (D-MT). Marneé traces her path from journalism to the Hill to conservation, breaking down the greatest challenges along the way. She also knows a thing or two about getting bears out of trees.

Tony, John and Brendan talk through the highly-anticipated producer price index (PPI) report, the vaccine rollout in the U.S. and internationally, and the signs of inflation. They discuss the central banks' wait-and-see approach and reminisce on the old days of inflation. The crew also breaks down the debate on the Biden infrastructure package and the proposed pay-fors.

In the latest edition of Distilled DC, a miniseries focusing on how communicators distill complexity, HPS Managing Director Andrea Christianson speaks with Rayna Farrell, Chief of Staff, Public Affairs at Business Roundtable. Rayna shares her insight on working with CEOs and business leaders, engaging with various legislative issues, and being a new mom in the workplace (or at home) during the pandemic. She also offers her advice on adaptability, mentorship, and learning to find your voice.

 Matt, John, and Brendan unpack the strong jobs report, discuss the Biden infrastructure package, and talk through how increasing vaccination numbers will help the economy rebound. They also chat about demand for oil and the recent OPEC meeting. 

On this week's Macrocast, HPS Managing Director Bryan DeAngelis sits down with the gang from Markets Policy Partners to tackle the latest news on inflation, energy, and  emerging markets. Plus, find out what the blockage of the Suez Canal means for global supply chains.

In this special episode of Distilled DC, a new miniseries focusing on how communicators distill complexity HPS Managing Director, Andrea Christianson sits down with other women leading HPS. The group discusses the women they admire, from the ones they’ve only encountered in books to the ones they know well, what work from home has meant for professional women, and advice for women just starting out: cultivate mentors, embrace non-linear career paths, and always, always raise your hand. 

Tony, John, and Brendan are joined by John Dick this week to discuss recent data showing economic sentiment hit its highest level since before the pandemic declaration. The gang discusses what this positive consumer outlook means for the real economy, the most recent statements and positions from the Fed, supply chain disruptions, and the continued focus on inflation.

This week, Tony, John, and Brendan reflect on the one-year anniversary of COVID-19 in the US. The gang breaks down the diverging monetary and fiscal approaches to economic recovery in the US and EU, finding reasons for optimism in the former and reasons for concern in the latter. Plus, find out how the latest $1.9T stimulus could aid Europe's recovery.