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African American Diabetes Podcast Show

African American Diabetes Podcast Show

By: Leon Rock M. Ed.
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Ready to take control of your diabetes journey? Tune in to The African American Diabetes Podcast with Leon Rock! We offer practical advice, expert insights, and a supportive community tailored to the Black experience. Hear from leading Black healthcare professionals and researchers, learn how to navigate the healthcare system, and get inspired by stories of resilience. Using a Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation (TRHT) framework, we're empowering our community to break down barriers, debunk myths, and reclaim our health. Join the movement and start living a vibrant, fulfilling life—on your own terms. This isn't just a podcast, it's a movement. Let's rewrite the narrative together!

© 2025 The African American Diabetes Podcast Show, with Host Leon Rock, M. Ed. All rights reserved. Hygiene & Healthy Living Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Code Red at Four: Turning a Diabetic Crisis into a Lifetime of Advocacy. - Part 2

    Code Red at Four: Turning a Diabetic Crisis into a Lifetime of Advocacy. - Part 2
    Nov 1 2025

    Beyond the Headlines: A Mother and Daughter's Unbreakable Bond.

    Hear the full story behind the local and national news clips that inspired the community: the day Samantha Mason called for help to save her diabetic mother, Sharon Mason.

    Podcast Host Leon Rock talks with the Masons about the intergenerational impact of diabetes, the unique challenges Sharon faced in managing her condition, and how Samantha’s childhood heroism shaped her educational path. Discover how their family's experience informs Samantha's passion for health equity, fostered at an HBCU and continuing now at the University of Maryland.

    Get ready for an emotional, inspiring part 2 episode, of a 2 part series that defines true family strength.
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    27 mins
  • Code Red at Four: Turning a Diabetic Crisis into a Lifetime of Advocacy. - Part 1

    Code Red at Four: Turning a Diabetic Crisis into a Lifetime of Advocacy. - Part 1
    Oct 26 2025

    Beyond the Headlines: A Mother and Daughter's Unbreakable Bond.

    Hear the full story behind the local and national news clips that inspired the community: the day Samantha Mason called for help to save her diabetic mother, Sharon Mason.

    Podcast Host Leon Rock talks with the Masons about the intergenerational impact of diabetes, the unique challenges Sharon faced in managing her condition, and how Samantha’s childhood heroism shaped her educational path. Discover how their family's experience informs Samantha's passion for health equity, fostered at an HBCU and continuing now at the University of Maryland.

    Get ready for an emotional, inspiring part 1 episode, of a 2 part series that defines true family strength. Part 2 release on November 1, 2025, The beginning of Diabetes Awareness Month 2025.

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    41 mins
  • The Gift of Organ Donation - A Conversation with Latrice Price Community Outreach Supervisor Infinite Legacy

    The Gift of Organ Donation - A Conversation with Latrice Price Community Outreach Supervisor Infinite Legacy
    Oct 16 2025

    Join us for an open, honest discussion about the unique challenges, triumphs, and crucial conversations surrounding Diabetes and organ donation within the African American community. This week's podcast explores how diabetes disproportionately impacts African Americans, the realities of kidney and other organ failure, and the life-saving potential of becoming an organ donor. Join me with my special guest, Latrice Price, Community Outreach Supervisor with Infinite Legacy as she shares empowering stories, expert insights, and practical advice to foster better health outcomes and inspire a legacy of generosity. Learn how to advocate for your health, navigate the donation system, and save lives. Here on the African American Diabetes Podcast.

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    34 mins
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