No Laughing Matter with Cuba Pete
No Laughing Matter with Cuba Pete is a conversational podcast that invites guests from all walks of life to discuss serious health, social justice and policy topics in a relaxed, fun environment. Dr. Pedro “Cuba Pete” Greer Jr. will be your host. As he prepares to be the Founding Dean of Roseman College of Medicine, Las Vegas’ newest medical school, his goal is to learn from his guests how to create the medical school and healthcare system of the future. Conversations about the medical school of the future will include topics such as social justice, technology, diversity, ethics, art, and culture. With Cuba Pete’s unique personality - it may be called no laughing matter, but you are guaranteed to laugh!
Episodes
About our guest … Leon Ravin, MD is currently serving in the position of
Statewide Psychiatric Medical Director for the Division of Public and Behavioral
Health, DHHS, State of Nevada. In addition to Dr. Raven being a board-certified
general adult and forensic psychiatrist Dr. Raven also serves as a member of the
Statewide School Safety Task Force for the State of Nevada and a member of
the Executive Committee of the Medical Directors C...
Influential ResourcesIzaac credits several books for shaping his artistic mindset and career. Early on, works like Think and Grow Rich and How to Win Friends and Influence People taught him the power of manifestation and networking. Books such as 48 Laws of Power and Mastery reinforced the importance of focus and continual skill development. Other impactful reads include The Power of Habit, The Obstacle Is the Way, Ego Is the Enemy...
About our guest … Mason Van Houweling Mason Van Houweling serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the University Medical Center of Southern Nevada (UMC), providing leadership to a diverse team of nearly 5,000 employees who dedicate their careers to delivering Nevada’s highest level of care. While guiding Nevada’s most respected academic medical center and its many off-site clinic locations, Mason’s strategic vision supports the or...
Get ready for an enlightening episode of No Laughing Matter with Cuba Pete as we
welcome innovator and Creative Director, Jose Gomez is also known as “Drix”.
In this episode of "No Laughing Matter with Cuba Pete," Joe is joined by José Gomez,
known professionally as Drix, to discuss his journey to art and his work as the
Creative Director of UNAPLGTIC. Drix shares his inspiration behind the design of the
GENESIS Apple Art Car, focusing ...
In this episode of "No Laughing Matter with Cuba Pete," Joe engages in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Jonathan E. Sherin, M.D., Ph.D. They explore Dr. Sherin's extensive advocacy work, spanning local, state, and national levels,
focusing on vulnerable populations such as veterans, mental health, and
homelessness. The discussion also touches upon the significance of a new medical school in
Southern Nevada. This episode provides ...
They will also discuss the importance of establishing a new medical school in Southern Nevada. This episode offers valuable insights into Congresswoman Lee's multifaceted contributions and promises an engaging exploration of education, community service, and healthcare initiatives. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation!
About our guest … Alex De Castroverde is a Las Vegas personal injury attorney and the owner of De Castroverde Accident & Injury Lawyers along with his brother, Orlando. Their father, Waldo De Castroverde, was born in Havana, Cuba, and was a paratrooper in the Bay of Pigs invasion. Waldo moved to Reno, Nevada, in 1978, along with his wife Vivian De Castroverde (also born in Cuba) and their four children. After attending law school a...
Get ready for an enlightening episode of No Laughing Matter with Cuba Pete as we
welcome our esteemed guest, Commissioner William O'Neil McCurdy II.
Commissioner McCurdy will take us on a journey through his upbringing, offering
valuable insights into the experiences and influences that shaped his path. From
there, he'll share his experience from his time with the Service Employees
International Union (SEIU), providing a firsthand persp...
Join us in our latest episode as we dive into the crucial intersection of mental health and medical education with the inspiring Trinh Dang. Trinh brings a wealth of experience as a mental health advocacy.
About our guest … Vance Farrow is an industry specialist employed by the Governor's Office of Economic Development. He is in charge of growth, hiring, and retention in the development sector. Prior to assuming his current position with G.O.E.D., Mr. Farrow served as the head of the Bureau of Cancer and Chronic Illness for the Columbia Development of Health district. Mr. Farrow was named executive commissioner of the Western Interst...
About our guest … Dr. Lasky joined the Cure the Kids Foundation in 2017. He attended medical school at the University of Illinois in Chicago and did his pediatric residency at the University of Chicago. He completed his Pediatric Hematology Oncology fellowship at UCLA in 2006 and was director of the Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Program at UCLA until 2009 when he moved to Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Torrance, CA, and was named Chief o...
About our guest … Kelvin Watson Named American Library Association Medal of Excellence Award Winner has brought innovative, award-winning leadership to Nevada’s largest library system. Overseeing 25 branches run by 600+ employees with a collection of 3.2 million items. His deep experience in fundraising, technology, program development,and demonstration of success in addressing the digital divide, has brought a new era to this libr...
We're thrilled to share the exciting news that Dr. Stowe Shoemaker, PhD, will be the featured guest on the upcoming episode of the No Laughing Matter with Cuba Pete podcast.
Join Joe and Stowe as they delve into Stowe's remarkable journey, explore the intersection of hospitality and healthcare, and discuss his latest book, "Hospitable Healthcare: Just What the Patient Ordered," released in September 2023.
We sincerely appreciate your...
About our guest … Dr.Matthew Thacker is the Program Director for the Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency in Henderson, Nevada. After earning his bachelor's degree in Biology with a concentration in Integrative Physiology from UNLV, he attended UNLV’s School of Dental Medicine and received his Doctorate in Dental Medicine (DMD) degree in 2018. After graduating from dental school, Dr.Thacker served in the U.S. Navy as a...
About our guest … Dr. DeRionne Pollard is the current president of Nevada State University (NSU). She was appointed by the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents in April to lead NSU, a four-year public comprehensive institution. Dr. Pollard began her tenure at NSU on Aug. 16, 2021. Dr. Pollard is the first Black female president of any NSHE institution. She has held previous roles at the College of Lake County a...
About our guest … Malachi Williams is from Phoenix, Arizona. He moved to Las Vegas 13 years ago. He has been married for 16 years and is a father of 6. Malachi is a muralist and has 20+plus years of experience as an artist. He has pieces in Atlanta, California, Arizona, North Las Vegas, and Las Vegas. Malachi is also an art instructor and does customized shoes. Malachi recently won a spool decorating contest during the ‘Art U Ok’ h...
About our guest … Julia Lazareck is the co-founder and president of Prison Families Alliance, Inc. (PFA). Julia got involved in Prison Families Alliance while her brother was incarcerated. Many families of incarcerated individuals struggle with keeping the family together. PFA provides multiple diverse support systems and communication platforms in order to keep the family together through the criminal justice process, thus safer c...
During this episode of No Laughing Matter with Cuba Pete, Joe
hosts John Edmond, they will discuss his fascinating story, what
led him to economic development in the Historic Westside, and
how economic development impacts the Social Determinants of
Health.
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