Getting2U is the podcast for healthcare professionals who help those at-risk for, or who are currently living with HIV, brought to you by the CT AIDS Education and Training Center at Yale University. Each episode touches on a hot topic talk among our hosts, followed by an in-depth discussion with a subject matter expert on today’s most relevant subjects.
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.
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.
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.
Navigating and Addressing Implicit Bias (Part 2) (VIDEO)
Continuing the conversation from part one, Dante Gennaro and Peta-Gaye Tomlinson rejoin Amy Jin Johnson to explore practical methods for managing and disrupting implicit bias in clinical and daily environments. This episode delves into the crucial distinction between intent and impact, examining how genuine good intentions can still lead to negative consequences in care delivery. The team addresses whether implicit biases can truly be unlearned and outlines concrete strategies healthcare providers can use to recognize and counteract these automatic responses.
The discussion also offers valuable guidance for navigating difficult interpersonal dynamic, providing actionable advice for individuals who find themselves on the receiving end of someone else’s bias. Amy shares key insights on how to maintain control and advocate for oneself even when operating within fixed or challenging environments. Listeners will walk away with a deeper appreciation for how cognitive mechanics work and clear steps toward fostering more inclusive, empathetic HIV care.
If you have a topic you’d like us to discuss or want to share feedback, please email us at CTAETC@yale.edu.
Continuing the conversation from part one, Dante Gennaro and Peta-Gaye Tomlinson rejoin Amy Jin Johnson to explore practical methods for managing and disrupting implicit bias in clinical and daily environments. This episode delves into the crucial distinction between intent and impact, examining how genuine good intentions can still lead to negative consequences in care delivery. The team addresses whether implicit biases can truly be unlearned and outlines concrete strategies healthcare providers can use to recognize and counteract these automatic responses.
The discussion also offers valuable guidance for navigating difficult interpersonal dynamic, providing actionable advice for individuals who find themselves on the receiving end of someone else’s bias. Amy shares key insights on how to maintain control and advocate for oneself even when operating within fixed or challenging environments. Listeners will walk away with a deeper appreciation for how cognitive mechanics work and clear steps toward fostering more inclusive, empathetic HIV care.
If you have a topic you’d like us to discuss or want to share feedback, please email us at CTAETC@yale.edu.
In the first installment of this two-part series on Getting2U, hosts Dante Gennaro and Peta-Gaye Tomlinson take a deep dive into the concept of implicit bias and its significant role in HIV prevention, care, and treatment. They are joined by Amy Jin Johnson, Executive Director of Project Implicit, to demystify how these subconscious thoughts form, why everyone experiences them, and what drove her to pursue this critical field. Together, they unpack how the brain relies on cognitive shortcuts and examine the exact point where these automatic mental pathways transform into harmful real-world impacts.
This conversation moves beyond complex academic jargon to offer an accessible look at everyday psychology, tackling some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding human bias. The discussion explores whether these underlying assumptions can ever serve a practical purpose or if they require constant active management to keep in check. Healthcare professionals tuning in will gain a foundational understanding of their own mental patterns, setting the stage for actionable strategies in part two.
If you have a topic you’d like us to discuss or want to share feedback, please email us at CTAETC@yale.edu.
In the first installment of this two-part series on Getting2U, hosts Dante Gennaro and Peta-Gaye Tomlinson take a deep dive into the concept of implicit bias and its significant role in HIV prevention, care, and treatment. They are joined by Amy Jin Johnson, Executive Director of Project Implicit, to demystify how these subconscious thoughts form, why everyone experiences them, and what drove her to pursue this critical field. Together, they unpack how the brain relies on cognitive shortcuts and examine the exact point where these automatic mental pathways transform into harmful real-world impacts.
This conversation moves beyond complex academic jargon to offer an accessible look at everyday psychology, tackling some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding human bias. The discussion explores whether these underlying assumptions can ever serve a practical purpose or if they require constant active management to keep in check. Healthcare professionals tuning in will gain a foundational understanding of their own mental patterns, setting the stage for actionable strategies in part two.
If you have a topic you’d like us to discuss or want to share feedback, please email us at CTAETC@yale.edu.
Rejoining hosts Peta-Gaye Tomlinson and Dante Gennaro, guest Jordan Wynn returns to examine the profound power of terminology in HIV care and community spaces. The episode investigates how language choices, such as shifting from “HIV-positive” to “person living with HIV,” or replacing terms like “clean” with “negative”, fundamentally shape social perceptions and clinical interactions. The hosts and guest explore how labels operate within LGBTQ+ spaces, analyzing how terms like “undetectable,” “poz,” or “PrEP user” influence interpersonal relationships, dating dynamics, and community inclusion.
The dialogue balances the fine line between labels serving as empowering identity markers versus tools of reduction that simplify individuals down to a medical diagnosis. Furthermore, the episode highlights notable generational shifts, comparing how Gen Z, Millennials, and older adults navigate HIV-related vocabulary differently. Listeners will come away with a stronger commitment to person-first language and concrete strategies for reframing everyday clinical conversations to avoid harmful assumptions.
If you have a topic you’d like us to discuss or want to share feedback, please email us at CTAETC@yale.edu.
On this episode of Getting2U, hosts Dante Gennaro and Peta-Gaye Tomlinson focus on HIV and aging. Joined by Dr. Amy Justice, C.N.H. Long Professor of Medicine and Professor of Public Health at Yale University, the discussion explores how HIV impacts the aging process, key medical concerns for older adults living with HIV, medication interactions, recommended screenings, and considerations for individuals diagnosed later in life.
If you have a topic you’d like us to discuss or want to share feedback, please email us at CTAETC@yale.edu.
On this episode of Getting2U, hosts Dante Gennaro and Peta-Gaye Tomlinson focus on HIV and aging. Joined by Dr. Amy Justice, C.N.H. Long Professor of Medicine and Professor of Public Health at Yale University, the discussion explores how HIV impacts the aging process, key medical concerns for older adults living with HIV, medication interactions, recommended screenings, and considerations for individuals diagnosed later in life.
If you have a topic you’d like us to discuss or want to share feedback, please email us at CTAETC@yale.edu.