Stand in the & with Heather Gates

Stand in the & is a gathering designed to support curiosity, connection, & courage. This podcast is a series of conversations, with people across human-centered industries and life experiences, where we talk about showing up in the complexity of the human experience, where we get stuck, and how we find forward. Whether it’s the squeeze between empathy & accountability, structure & flexibility, hope & frustration, fear & excitement, us & them, or countless other “ands” we encounter. We’re leaning into the messiness. This podcast is a joyful & honest exploration around the nuance and possibility that exists within & among us. I hope you’ll join us!

Stand in the & with Heather Gates is a society podcast hosted by Heather Gates, with 21 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Heather Gates hosts Stand in the & with Heather Gates, a society show with 21 episodes published.

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  Episode #21

  Confidence & Doubt: Building Genuine Self Belief

  Sep 23, 20261h 6mS1

  In this episode, Heather and Keevon Baten explore the nuanced dance between and within confidence and doubt, sharing personal stories, practical exercises, and insights on how to build unshakable self-belief. On this episode they talk about how to leverage evidence, reframe stories, and cultivate a grounded sense of enoughness to thrive in uncertainty. Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared in this episode belong solely to the host and the guest and do not necessarily reflect those of their employees, clients, or affiliated organizations. Host : Heather Gates , MPH, Owner & Strategy Partner, Human-Centered Strategy Guest : Keevon Baten , Full-time MBA Student, UCLA Anderson School of Management Resources The Confident Mind: A Battle-Tested Guide to Unshakable Performance By Dr. Nate Zinsser Connect About the Podcast Email us with your ideas and feedback: connect@standintheand.com Visit the Podcast for more episodes See what we’re up to on Instagram with all things “&” To request strategy partner & facilitation support from Human-Centered Strategy, visit us online at https://human-centeredstrategy.com/contact/ Purchase the Merch Stickers, mugs, and touchstones can be purchased here https://human-centeredstrategy.com/gifts/

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  Episode #20

  The Making & Financing of Mission-Driven Business

  Sep 8, 20261h 24mS1

  In this episode, Heather and Adrienne Ammerman explore the journey of building Arclet, a public health tech platform, from an early idea into a sustainable business. Adrienne opens up about the tension between mission & margin, and challenges of funding a tech start up that is operating “in the &” of public health & tech innovation. Together Heather and Adrienne share their experiences with navigating and learning more about the funding side of their passions, while reflecting on what helps support them in sustaining the work and themselves in the messy “not yet” of it all; in the space between surviving & thriving. This episode also includes a deep dive into the ways that Arclet is using AI with intention, while acknowledging the complexities in the context. Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared in this episode belong solely to the host and the guest and do not necessarily reflect those of their employees, clients, or affiliated organizations. Host : Heather Gates , MPH, Owner & Strategy Partner, Human-Centered Strategy Guest : Adrienne Ammerman , Founder & CEO, Arclet Resources Arclet - Public Health Tech Platform Elevate Program – Asheville Center for Humane Technology Connect About the Podcast Email us with your ideas and feedback: connect@standintheand.com Visit the Podcast for more episodes See what we’re up to on Instagram with all things “&” To request strategy partner & facilitation support from Human-Centered Strategy, visit us online at https://human-centeredstrategy.com/contact/ Purchase the Merch Stickers, mugs, and touchstones can be purchased here https://human-centeredstrategy.com/gifts/

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  Episode #19

  Wired for Connection: The Neuroscience of Our Collective Experience

  Aug 18, 20261h 37mS1

  In this episode, Heather and Dr. Ahmad Hariri explore the neuroscience of human connection – how we are wired for both connection and “othering”, what neuroplasticity is, and a consideration of the collective value of neurodiversity. They discuss how understanding this can empower and support us in fostering relationships and personal growth that align with the values & intentions we hold. Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared in this episode belong solely to the host and the guest and do not necessarily reflect those of their employees, clients, or affiliated organizations. Host : Heather Gates , MPH, Owner & Strategy Partner, Human-Centered Strategy Guest : Dr. Ahmad Hariri , Professor of Psychology & Neuroscience, Duke University Resources Behave: The Biology of Humans at Our Best and Worst by Robert M. Sapolsky Mismatch: How Our Stone Age Brain Deceives Us Every Day by Ronald Giphart & Mark van Vugt Good Reasons for Bad Feelings: Insights from the Frontier of Evolutionary Psychiatry by Randolph M. Nesse Social: Why Our Brains Are Wired to Connect by Matthew D. Lieberman Connect About the Podcast Email us with your ideas and feedback: connect@standintheand.com Visit the Podcast for more episodes See what we’re up to on Instagram with all things “&” To request strategy partner & facilitation support from Human-Centered Strategy, visit us online at https://human-centeredstrategy.com/contact/ Purchase the Merch Stickers, mugs, and touchstones can be purchased here https://human-centeredstrategy.com/gifts/

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  Episode #18

  Considering Individual & Collective Responsibility in Creating Change

  Aug 4, 20261h 13mS1

  In this episode, Heather Gates and Meg Koepke explore the power of individual and collective responsibility in creating systemic change, especially within healthcare and collaborative improvement. They discuss how small groups, agency, and curiosity can drive meaningful progress despite large systemic challenges and share some of their own experiences about things that we can do or seek to help us get there. Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared in this episode belong solely to the host and the guest and do not necessarily reflect those of their employees, clients, or affiliated organizations. Host : Heather Gates , MPH, Owner & Strategy Partner, Human-Centered Strategy, LLC Guest : Meg Koepke , Co-Founder, Coral Health Advisors Resources Coral Health Advisors Pop Health Podcast Connect About the Podcast Email us with your ideas and feedback: connect@standintheand.com Visit the Podcast for more episodes See what we’re up to on Instagram with all things “&” To request strategy partner & facilitation support from Human-Centered Strategy, visit us online at https://human-centeredstrategy.com/contact/ Purchase the Merch Stickers, mugs, and touchstones can be purchased here https://human-centeredstrategy.com/gifts/

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  Episode #17

  The Art of Holding Both Ambition & Contentment

  Jul 1, 20261h 6mS1

  In this episode, small business founders, Heather and Erica, explore the intricate & imperfect balance between ambition and contentment, sharing personal insights, practical tools, and cultural reflections. As ambitious entrepreneurs with families, they discuss navigating the rhythms of life and work, emphasizing the importance of self-defined success, noticing little moments of contentment, trusting your intuition, and building supportive community. Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared in this episode belong solely to the host and the guest and do not necessarily reflect those of their employees, clients, or affiliated organizations. Host : Heather Gates , MPH, Owner & Strategy Partner, Human-Centered Strategy, LLC Guest : Erica McArthur Allison , President & CEO, Formation PR + Brand Resources Formation PR + Brand Chad Littlefield Group Activities Connect About the Podcast Email us with your ideas and feedback: connect@standintheand.com Visit the Podcast for more episodes See what we’re up to on Instagram with all things “&” To request strategy partner & facilitation support from Human-Centered Strategy, visit us online at https://human-centeredstrategy.com/contact/ Purchase the Merch Stickers, mugs, and touchstones can be purchased here https://human-centeredstrategy.com/gifts/

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