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Health Wanted brings you each week’s need-to-know public health headlines and breaks down the science behind trending topics. Host and social media science influencer Laurel Bristow covers everything from Ozempic to the ozone, interviewing experts and answering your questions, all in pursuit of better health. A partnership between WABE and the Emory Rollins School of Public Health. --- This public health show is intended solely for general information purposes, and is not intended to provide ...
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Montgomery & Co.

Renee Montgomery

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Montgomery & Company (MoCo) is a weekly podcast and radio show hosted by two-time WNBA Champion and Co-Owner/Vice President of the Atlanta Dream, Renee Montgomery, in partnership with WABE Atlanta. Both insightful and compelling, ​​MoCo features interviews with some of the world’s top athletes, entertainers, and innovators as well as roundtable discussions with Renee’s colleagues, friends, and family, about sports, culture and building generational wealth. Montgomery & Company: Sports, Cultu ...
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Sexual health plays a critical role in overall well-being, and having open conversations about it is vital to decreasing stigma and increasing wellness. This week on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest Candice Hargons, PhD, discuss some of the most common sexually transmitted infections, effective prevention methods, and the importance of …
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Weight loss! It’s one of the most common resolutions to make, which means it’s also one of the most common resolutions to break. But a new class of drug is making a significant impact in a traditionally challenging journey. This week on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest Meghana Anugu, MD, talk about GLP-1 agonists, their role in weight m…
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Juice cleanses. Vitamin supplements. Ice baths. The multi-billion-dollar wellness industry in the United States pushes out products and trends that claim to improve health, but many lack the necessary evidence to back up those claims. This week on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow is joined by Atlanta comedian, writer, and actor Hannah Aselesen to…
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It’s time for tinsel and the Temptations Christmas! Renee is in her Christmas bag and shares some of her favorite holiday traditions. Renee and Sirena review holiday movies from best to mid. Emmy-award winning comedian Dulcé Sloan joins Renee to give a behind the scenes look at the Emmys, what she loves most about ATL, and some of her holiday tradi…
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The ALA is back! We had so many listener questions, the Health Wanted team once again dives into the listener mailbag to Ask Laurel Anything, from her recommendations on science comms and sewing to her thoughts on Atlanta and music in 2024. Laurel’s referenced science resources: Stat News Amy Maxmen Anna Merlan Bad Science by Ben Goldacre Carl T. B…
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Renee is digging into the stats of the Beyonce Bowl also known as Beyonce’s halftime performance during the Netflix NFL football broadcast while also sharing her holiday binge of the week. Relationship expert, author and TV personality, Denna Babul joins Renee to talk about being a member of a sports family and to sip the tea about what it’s really…
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Diets high in ultra-processed foods have been linked to increased risk of developing certain health conditions, but scientists are uncertain about the exact cause. This week on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest Kevin Hall, PhD, explore the prominent role of ultra-processed foods of in American diets and next steps for uncovering what abo…
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Renee has launched her new fashion brand CSuite 21 and shares the lessons she’s been learning in the process. Renee talks with Janine Cory, the CDC’s Associate Director for Communications, Division of Viral Disease, about how to stay healthy during cold and flu season and why Janine still has to remind people to wash their hands! The MoCo Crew join…
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Since the start of the HIV epidemic in the 1980s, an estimated 88 million people have been infected with HIV, and 42 million people have died due to complications from AIDS worldwide. This week on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest Carlos Del Rio, MD, cover the global impact of HIV/AIDS, the progress made in treatment and prevention optio…
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This week we are celebrating Renee’s birthday with some special surprises from the fam and some reflections on this year’s wins. The MoCo crew joins Renee for Family Business to give advice about the importance of learning to celebrate yourself. Montgomery & Co: Sports, Culture, and Family Business. Listen to MoCo on WABE, Saturdays at 6pm ET. For …
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In this special bonus Q&A, the Health Wanted team jumps into the listener mailbag to Ask Laurel Anything, from getting to know Laurel to axolotl updates to holiday favorites. Thanks to everyone who submitted a question or comment! We'll be back next week to break down more science, in the pursuit of better health. Have a question for Laurel? Send i…
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This week Renee begins her journey to becoming a foodie by celebrating Thanksgiving better known in her family as Family Fun Day with her in-laws. Renee is talking with CDC Senior Behavioral Scientist, Neetu Abad, about mental health as public health and how to care for your mental health during the holiday season. The MoCo crew joins Renee for Fam…
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Artificial intelligence (AI) holds great potential to improve and expedite a variety of processes in health care. This week on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest Sayash Kapoor explore AI's capabilities, current limitations, and highlight the next steps in using its power to reach better health outcomes. In the Q&A, Bristow breaks down the…
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This week Renee is giving the Falcons and Kirk, ATL’s new cousin, their much deserved props as they kick off the NFL season with some wins. Renee is talking with journalists Mike Jordan and Dawn Montgomery about the Stranger Things house and how to tell the difference between a money conference in Atlanta and a scam. Renee welcomes business manager…
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Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects over 10% of the world’s population and is the eighth leading cause of death worldwide. This week on Health Wanted, in honor of World Diabetes Day, host Laurel Bristow and Mohammed Ali, MD, professor of global health, discuss the factors driving the global rise in diabetes cases and the latest advancements …
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As many of us are still processing last week’s election results, Renee talks about not only how to pick yourself up after a big loss but also how to learn from a loss and focus in on opportunities for growth. Journalists Mike Jordan and Dawn Montgomery join Renee to chat Michelin stars and metal slabs in Let’s Talk ATL. Then, Renee welcomes enterta…
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From anti-smoking campaigns to advertisements for fruit-flavored vapes, marketing has played a huge role in how Americans interact with smoking products for over a century. This week on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest Johannes Thrul, PhD, associate professor of public health, explore the evolution of smoking and the latest research int…
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As we all step into one of the biggest weeks in America, Renee kicks off this week’s episode with a reminder of the importance of gathering with your people and finding the wins you can celebrate. She then sits down with filmmaker Deborah Riley Draper to reflect on her documentaries exploring the intersection of civil rights (Ratified, 13 Days in F…
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Health misinformation is a growing public health crisis, shaping behaviors, fueling skepticism, and undermining trust in science. Today on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest Jessica Malaty Rivera discuss common origins of misinformation and ways to combat its spread. In the Q&A, Bristow answers questions about State Based Exchanges for he…
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Not only is the fam celebrating one of their favorite holidays — Halloween — but Renee and the crew are also celebrating 100 episodes of Montgomery & Company. Renee shares this year’s Halloween costume inspiration and Captain America and Black Widow share answers to Naked and Afraid/“Halloween & Afraid” application questions and their top five Hall…
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Halloween is here, listen if you dare! Turns out some of the most popular horror myths are based in public health reality. This week on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow is joined by two special guests: comedians Mark Kendall and David Perdue. The three talk through some of the science behind vampires, zombies, mummies, and other things that go bu…
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Election season is upon us, with Early Voting making waves in Georgia. Renee and the crew take a look at what’s on the line and the issues that matter most in this special episode all about the vote! Nse Ufot, community organizer and former CEO of the New Georgia Project, joins to talk Getting Out The Vote and the stakes of this election year acros…
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Lifespans have increased significantly in the past century, and while plastic surgery and eye cream may slow the visible effects of aging, getting older is both an inevitable and natural stage of life. This week on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow talks with Regina Shih, PhD, professor of epidemiology, about the current challenge in the U.S. to e…
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It’s release week and we’re diving deep behind the scenes of ‘A Radical Act: Renee Montgomery,’ out on Roku this Wednesday, October 16th. Renee brings in director Sandrine Orabona and producer Anke Thommen from Storyform to talk about their approach and experience making the film. Then, the MoCo Crew (AKA the cast and co-stars from the film!) share…
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As interest in the use of psychedelics as health therapeutics grows, research is uncovering their benefits, potential challenges, and cultural history in medicine. This week on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow speaks with experts Ali John Zarrabi, MD; Roman Politsky, PhD; and Caroline Peacock, DMin, from Emory's Center for Psychedelics and Spirit…
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It’s a big week on MoCo! Renee sits down with MoviePass co-founder and CEO, Stacy Spikes, to hear the remarkable story of how the company was founded and how Stacy Spikes bought the company back. Renee and Stacy talk business as he shares his experience in building, selling, and re-building companies and brands, complete with all the receipts. Davi…
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Since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022, the availability of reproductive health care has become fragmented, with states implementing widely varying restrictions and protections. This week, on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest, Whitney Rice, DrPH, cover the current state of reproductive rights in the United States and…
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Renee sits down with five-year-old rapper and phenom VanVan, to hear her story and collect a dose of inspiration from the youth! Dawn Montgomery, Nick Love, and David Perdue join for a special edition of Let’s Talk ATL, where they answer some of the biggest questions on the city’s mind: drums vs. flats, what was the best OutKast album, and who is A…
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Clinical trials play a crucial role in advancing medical knowledge and developing life-saving therapies, but it has taken decades for medical testing and human research to become scientifically and ethically sound. On this week’s episode of Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest Seema Lakdawala, PhD, cover the evolution of clinical trials and…
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Renee sits down with Masa Kabayama, co-founder and CEO of Uplift, a platform using AI technology to analyze and improve athletic performance. Masa shares his story and why, after roles at LEGO, Apple, and Tesla, he made the move to sports and what he hopes to change for athletes. Uplift is an AI-powered platform designed to enhance athlete performa…
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The WNBA Playoffs have kicked off, and Renee jumps right in with the one and only Ryan Ruocco to break down the opening matchups! Ryan and Renee also take a look at some of the WNBAs biggest moments over the last decade. Then, Dawn Montgomery and Nick Love join Renee to discuss trending topics in the A, including Atlanta landing on the “Best Sports…
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The opioid epidemic has affected the lives of millions of Americans, including pregnant people experiencing opioid use disorder and their newborns. This week on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest Stephen Patrick, MD, speak about the specific effects of the opioid epidemic on pregnant people and the importance of improving their access to …
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Legendary MC from Lost Boyz, Mr. Cheeks is in the building! Renee and Mr. Cheeks talk music, burgers, hip hop history, and of course, sports. Come for the energy, stay for the surprise performance by an unexpected guest. Renee kicks off the episode by sharing her thoughts on Caitlin Clark and Caitlin Clark’s fanbase, before jumping into Let’s Talk …
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Food fortification is a simple solution that has played a crucial role in addressing global nutrient deficiencies and preventing life-threatening diseases. On this week’s episode of Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest Sharon Bustrak, technical advisor for the Food Fortification Initiative, speak about the health benefits of fortified foods…
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Renee kicks off this week by taking a deep dive into shoe deals and partnerships in the WNBA. She also reviews her WNBA MVP Ladder for the 2024 season. Then, Amena Brown and David Perdue join for Let’s Talk ATL, talking about CoCo Gauff's legacy, the Hawks schedule release film, and Atlanta's own Bomb Biscuits. Then the WHOLE MoCo crew comes in for…
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With fall approaching, we can expect to see an increase in respiratory illnesses, beyond just COVID-19 and the flu. On this week’s episode of Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest Benjamin Lopman, PhD, talk about what diseases to look out for this fall and the challenges of developing vaccines for certain types of illnesses. Bristow also ans…
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This week on MoCo, September is here and Renee kicks off the show with some advice for incoming freshmen and student athletes. She also takes a look at the NBA tv broadcast schedule before welcoming in contributors Amena Brown and David Perdue for Let’s Talk ATL, where they chat Ludacris opening up his mansion for a two-night stay, memorable concer…
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The creation of modern sewer systems solved critical sanitation issues in growing cities. Today, wastewater can even help researchers to detect and prevent disease outbreaks. This week on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest Marlene Wolfe, PhD discuss the evolution of sewers and the role of wastewater surveillance in public health. Bristow …
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This week Renee takes a look at the start of the Dream's second half, recaps the DNC, and gives some love to her MVP of the week, Tina Charles! Dawn Montgomery and David Perdue join Let's Talk ATL to reflect on the ONE Music Fest lineup, Corky Kell Classic, and HBCU Homecomings. And then, the MoCo Crew dives into the MoCo Mailbag to talk Family Bus…
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While public support of childhood immunizations in the US has decreased over the past two decades, keeping up-to-date on routine vaccinations has become even more important. This week on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest Jodie Guest, PhD, discuss the reasons behind vaccine hesitancy, the risks and benefits of getting vaccinated, and how …
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Montgomery & Co is back with a new season! This week, allow us to re-introduce ourselves from MoCo's brand new home at WABE: Renee talks the second half of the WNBA season; Dawn Montgomery and David Perdue join Let's Talk ATL to wrap up the 2024 Summer Olympics and give love to Atlanta's own Anthony Edwards; and the MoCo Crew dives into the MoCo Ma…
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The invention of plastics brought us durable solutions to daily problems. But now, microplastics are harnessing that durability to stick around in our bodies. On this week’s episode of Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest Carmen Marsit, PhD, talk about how microplastics and forever chemicals get into the environment and our bodies, how they…
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Climate change is bringing the heat, and, along with it, volatile weather events and health hazards. On this week’s episode of Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow hones in on the ways climate change and heat affect our lives. Her guest, Noah Scovronick, PhD, offers his perspective regarding climate research and ways to move towards a cooler world. B…
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Mosquitoes—a menace for hundreds of millions of years. Now, thanks to climate change, their territory is growing and with it, the spread of disease. On this week’s episode of Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow takes a deep dive into the global impact of these needle-nosed nuisances and the new and creative ways scientists like her guest Gonzalo Vaz…
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Subscribe now! From WABE and Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health, a brand new show breaking down science in pursuit of better health. Each week host, research scientist, and professional explainer Laurel Bristow tackles the biggest headlines in public health. From Ozempic to the ozone, extreme heat to epidemics, Health Wanted brings …
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Subscribe now! From WABE and Emory's Rollins School of Public Health, a brand new show breaking down science in pursuit of better health. Each week host, research scientist, and professional explainer Laurel Bristow tackles the biggest headlines in public health. From Ozempic to the ozone, extreme heat to epidemics, Health Wanted brings context, cu…
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This week on Montgomery & Co., we have the co-founder of the Premiere Lacrosse League, Paul Rabil. Renee talks to Paul about lessons in sports, especially for athletes coming out of college and entering the WNBA draft which is on April 15th. Thank you for listening to MoCo every week, we will be back in July on NPR Radio WABE. Learn more about your…
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This week on Montgomery & Co., Renee gives her take on the NCAA Men's and Women's basketball tournaments. And, we get a word from Snook on "The Good, The Bad and The Ugly" of March Madness. Plus, from Golden State Entertainment, we have musician Mayzin whose EP “Things Left Unsaid” releases this Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca…
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This week on Montgomery & Co., Renee continues to put her money on the table as an investor. From Campus Ink, we have CEO and founder Steven Farag and VP Adam Cook here to talk about joining forces with Mark Cuban and their venture the NIL Store. Plus, we have David Kelly, who holds TWO C-Suite positions with the Golden State Warriors as Chief Lega…
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This week on Montgomery & Co., Renee gives her State of the Union in women's basketball. Plus, ESPN's Elle Duncan joins the show to talk more about women's basketball and her new book "For You, I Will" which she dedicated to her daughter. And on MoCo Newsroom, the crew dishes on "Love is Blind." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice…
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