The Visibility Gap

The Visibility Gap

SEASON 2 IS HERE! Women’s health affects more than women. Healthier women mean healthier families, stronger communities and more successful companies. This season, Dr. Jen Ashton and her guests discuss specific topics like maternal health, menopause, heart disease and more, all to uncover the unseen challenges—and far-reaching effects—of the women’s health gap. Listen to the new season of The Visibility Gap, a podcast presented by Cigna Healthcare. All Cigna Healthcare products and services are provided exclusively by or through operating subsidiaries of The Cigna Group. © 2025 Cigna Healthcare

Episodes

April 29, 2025 26 mins

In this episode of The Visibility Gap, Dr. Jen Ashton and her guests discuss what researchers have known for years--that women are about twice as likely to be diagnosed with depression as men.  

First, guest Joy Allen reflects on cultural stigmas that have impacted women of color for generations. Attempting to break the cycle of dysfunction in her own life, Joy reveals her struggles and victories in both her personal and professiona...

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Heart disease is the leading cause of death among American women, yet it frequently remains unrecognized, undiagnosed, and untreated. 

In this episode of The Visibility Gap, Dr. Jen Ashton introduces you to Tiffany Storrs who shares her story of an unexpected bradycardia diagnosis and her struggle for validation by medical professionals. 

Later, Dr. Alana Biggers and Dr. Margaret Rutherford delve into the emotional, physical, and sys...

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April 1, 2025 28 mins

Having health benefits is crucial when taking steps to build a family. 

In episode 4 of The Visibility Gap, Dr. Jen Ashton talks to Kelly Donahue about her personal experience that included many setbacks but ultimately led to a beautiful family. This discussion highlights the importance of emotional well-being and support for those navigating this challenging journey. 

Later in the episode, Dr. Alana Biggers and Dr. Margaret Rutherfo...

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March 18, 2025 32 mins

Teen girls are experiencing increased rates of depression due many factors including the impact of social media. 

In this episode of The Visibility Gap, meet Hailey Hardcastle, who talks to our host, Dr. Jen Ashton, about how she turned childhood adversity into a mission to help others with their mental health.

Dr. Margaret Rutherford and Dr. Wendy Kline join the conversation, offering actionable insights for families, friends, and o...

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March 4, 2025 30 mins

Women in the United States face significant health care disparities compared to men. Season two of The Visibility Gap podcast, hosted by Dr. Jen Ashton, addresses various women's health issues, including mental health, maternity health and family building, menopause, and more.​

In Episode 1, guest Marisa Zeppieri shares her difficult but inspiring health journey, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy.​

Health experts Dr. W...

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In the U.S., pregnancy-related illness and mortality are more likely to affect black women than white or hispanic women. This maternal health crisis, rooted in bias and inequality, is explored by Dr. Jen Ashton and her expert guests in episode 2 of The Visibility Gap.

Guest Charity Watkins shares her personal story of diagnosis and discovery of a multi-generational maternal health condition.

Next, health experts Dr. Margaret Rutherfo...

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April 2, 2024 14 mins

Simply asking your employees how they’re doing may not be enough to help them feel seen and understood.

For our season's close, host Holly Robinson Peete is joined by our experts Jackye Clayton and Jennifer Brown, who dive straight into a crucial conversation around DEI and the hidden challenges of diverse issues that can impact employee health.

In this episode, packed with valuable insights, listen in to hear their perspectives...

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March 19, 2024 33 mins

Working parents often have to balance multiple roles at home and at work. 

Host Holly Robinson Peete is joined by Kelli Royals, project manager and mother of five, as well as Ivy Bryant, a corporate executive and mother of a child with a chronic illness. They discuss the unseen challenges they’ve each faced at work, sharing with us how caregiving for loved ones has impacted their careers and lives.   

Then Holly speaks to e...

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March 12, 2024 28 mins

Burnout has been a hot topic. Sometimes, it’s caused by our biggest problems. Sometimes, it causes our biggest problems.  

Host Holly Robinson Peete is joined by HR leader Kim Rohrer and tech industry professional Dennis Yu to discuss the unseen challenges they each faced at work, sharing with us how burnout and stress at work has impacted their careers and lives.  

Then Holly speaks to expert guests Jackye Clayton and Jennifer Brown...

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March 5, 2024 26 mins

We go to work every day without really seeing each other, or understanding the unseen struggles we’re all dealing with. 

Host Holly Robinson Peete is joined by C-suite executive Victoria Pelletier to discuss the unseen challenges Victoria has faced at work. 

Then Holly speaks to expert guests Jay Van Bavel and Jennifer Brown about Victoria’s remarkable story and what these kinds of problems mean for the health of our employ...

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