Provider Bias in HIV Care

Provider Bias in HIV Care

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Dante Gennaro, Peta-Gaye Tomlinson, and guest Jordan Wynn tackle the critical issue of provider bias and its direct impact on health equity in HIV care. The episode distinguishes between implicit and explicit biases, analyzing how underlying assumptions about race, gender identity, and sexual orientation manifest during clinical interactions. Specific examples of gatekeeping are examined, including instances where provider judgment leads to delayed or denied access to PrEP, comprehensive STI screenings, or gender-affirming services.

The conversation emphasizes the practice of cultural humility, underscoring why healthcare providers must commit to continuous learning, unlearning, and active community engagement. The group reviews how specific bias frameworks shape practitioner decisions, particularly within traditionally underserved populations. Providers will walk away with best practices and training approaches designed to dismantle personal bias, build trust, and construct truly affirming care environments.

If you have a topic you’d like us to discuss or want to share feedback, please email us at CTAETC@yale.edu.

HIV & Homelessness with Erika Mott (VIDEO)

HIV & Homelessness with Erika Mott (VIDEO)

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On this episode of Getting2U, hosts Dante Gennaro and Peta-Gaye Tomlinson explore the intersection of HIV and homelessness. Joined by Erika Mott, Senior Program Director at Advancing Connecticut Together (ACT), the discussion examines the evolution of housing systems, key barriers and gaps, the role of community partnerships, and advocacy efforts that support housing stability and improved health outcomes for people affected by HIV.

If you have a topic you’d like us to discuss or want to share feedback, please email us at CTAETC@yale.edu.

HIV & Homelessness with Erika Mott

HIV & Homelessness with Erika Mott

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On this episode of Getting2U, hosts Dante Gennaro and Peta-Gaye Tomlinson explore the intersection of HIV and homelessness. Joined by Erika Mott, Senior Program Director at Advancing Connecticut Together (ACT), the discussion examines the evolution of housing systems, key barriers and gaps, the role of community partnerships, and advocacy efforts that support housing stability and improved health outcomes for people affected by HIV.

If you have a topic you’d like us to discuss or want to share feedback, please email us at CTAETC@yale.edu.

Different Brains, Different Writing Practices with Dr. Vlad Chituc

Different Brains, Different Writing Practices with Dr. Vlad Chituc

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Vlad Chituc shares strategies for navigating academic writing norms for neurodivergent grad students
This is the second part of a special 2-part episode of The Write In, featuring Dr. Vlad Chituc. Vlad doesn’t shy away from brain topics, and why would he? As a psychologist and recently minted PhD, Vlad thinks deeply about human cognition and behavior. But, also, Vlad reflects deeply on his experience as a neurodivergent graduate student and how he learned to work with his brain, not castigate himself, to get good research writing done. We talk about how academic writing culture can sometimes be too narrow in terms of upholding certain ways of writing and meeting deadlines that can impact the kinds of brains—and ideas—that propel both innovation and rigor. Reclaiming agency in the form of radical self-acceptance, and working out a writing process that works for Vlad, can be a model for anyone who isn’t a “15-minutes a day” kind of writer.

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Vlad Chituc is a postdoctoral researcher at Stanford University, where he works with Michael Frank and Ben Domingue as part of the LEVANTE project. Psychologists often ask people to rate their subjective experience — on a scale from one to ten, how happy are you? how wrong would that be? how strongly are you feeling that emotion? His research draws from sensory psychophysics and information theory to understand what those numbers actually mean. Vlad completed his PhD at Yale University, and his dissertation was advised by Brian Scholl. This work was awarded the Glushko Dissertation Prize from the Cognitive Science Society. [Dissertation] [Glushko Prize Talk @ CogSci 2025]. Vlad has written publicly for outlets like The New York Times, The New Republic, and The Daily Beast. Explore his website here: https://vladchituc.com/

Better Collaborative Writing Together with Dr. Vlad Chituc

Better Collaborative Writing Together with Dr. Vlad Chituc

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In this episode, we explore collaborative writing models and practices between graduate students and their faculty co-authors. Vlad first describes collaborative writing as a standard practice in social science and science fields. Then, Vlad offers a unique live collaborative writing model that he and his faculty co-author tried out that led him to abandon the way he used to share and receive feedback on co-written projects. If you feel like you’re stuck in limbo for a while after sending a draft or revision to your co-author, have a listen to this episode and see if you’d like to try it out yourself!
Bio:
Vlad Chituc is a postdoctoral researcher at Stanford University, where he works with Michael Frank and Ben Domingue as part of the LEVANTE project. Psychologists often ask people to rate their subjective experience — on a scale from one to ten, how happy are you? how wrong would that be? how strongly are you feeling that emotion? His research draws from sensory psychophysics and information theory to understand what those numbers actually mean. Vlad completed his PhD at Yale University, and his dissertation was advised by Brian Scholl. This work was awarded the Glushko Dissertation Prize from the Cognitive Science Society. [Dissertation] [Glushko Prize Talk @ CogSci 2025]. Vlad has written publicly for outlets like The New York Times, The New Republic, and The Daily Beast. Explore his website here: https://vladchituc.com/

Stigma Around HIV

Stigma Around HIV

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In this episode of Getting2U, hosts Peta-Gaye Tomlinson and Dante Gennaro welcome Jordan Wynn, Planning Program Coordinator for the Greater Hartford Ryan White Planning Council. Together, they explore the complex origins of HIV stigma, tracing its historical roots across media, religious institutions, and widespread misinformation. The discussion breaks down the crucial differences between internalized and external stigma, illustrating how absorbed societal prejudices directly strain the mental health and well-being of individuals. Additionally, the episode highlights intersectional stigma, examining how compounding discrimination creates unique hurdles for BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, sex workers, and people who use drugs.

The conversation directly addresses how deep-seated stigma harms clinical outcomes, often leading to delayed testing, poor treatment adherence, and an overall avoidance of healthcare systems. Jordan shares valuable perspectives on community-led initiatives, storytelling, and advocacy that work to humanize lived experiences and combat systemic bias. Healthcare providers tuning in will gain a clearer understanding of the subtle ways stigma interferes with client engagement, along with actionable insight into fostering more supportive, empathetic environments.

If you have a topic you’d like us to discuss or want to share feedback, please email us at CTAETC@yale.edu.

The Bible on the Big Screen: Hollywood, Faith, and American Culture

The Bible on the Big Screen: Hollywood, Faith, and American Culture

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Yale Divinity School alum and cinema scholar Richard Lindsay discusses the history of biblical films in Hollywood – from the influence of the Cold War and American culture on iconic biblical epics to the surprising ways camp and queer style shaped how these stories were told.

What Yale Looks For, Part 1: Academic Strength

What Yale Looks For, Part 1: Academic Strength

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The first in a new mini-series giving an in-depth look at what Yale admissions officers look for when evaluating applications. The first and most important consideration in every application is academic strength. Hannah and Mark share how admissions officers evaluate an applicant’s baseline academic preparation and how applicants stand out as prospective Yale College students. The admissions officers discuss how each part of the application can help demonstrate that an applicant is a strong, compelling, and well-prepared future college student.