Be challenged and encouraged in your leadership journey as you hear how these diverse leaders have led through difficult times in our country and world.
Moderated by Dr. Carolyn Porta, Associate Vice President for Clinical Affairs, University of Minnesota
Leadership Journeys
These fireside chats bring together University of Minnesota health sciences students with experts for candid conversation on leadership, career pathways, sources of joy, and strategies to rejuvenate.
These fireside chats bring together University of Minnesota health sciences students with experts for candid conversation on leadership, career pathways, sources of joy, and strategies to rejuvenate.
Episodes

Monday May 22, 2023
Stephanie Davis, Betsy McCann, and Lindsay Whalen: Jan. 24, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
A conversation about basketball, music, and leadership at the University of Minnesota. U of M leaders Stephanie Davis, Betsy McCann, and Lindsay Whalen share insights with stories from athletics and music.
Fireside Chats: Leadership Journeys bring together University of Minnesota health sciences students with experts for candid conversation on leadership, career pathways, sources of joy, and strategies to rejuvenate. This episode features:
Stephanie DavisAssociate Athletics Director of Events Management, University of Minnesota
Betsy McCannAssistant Director of Bands/Director of Marching and Athletic Bands, University of Minnesota
Lindsay WhalenHead Women's Basketball Coach, University of Minnesota
Moderated by Dr. Carolyn Porta, Associate Vice President for Clinical Affairs, University of Minnesota.
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Monday May 22, 2023
Senator Tina Smith, Drs Laura Reed and Mark Lane Welton: May 17, 2022
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
A conversation about intersections among policy makers, health care leaders, and determinants of health with Tina Smith, Drs Laura Reed and Mark Lane Welton.
Fireside Chats: Leadership Journeys bring together University of Minnesota health sciences students with experts for candid conversation on leadership, career pathways, sources of joy, and strategies to rejuvenate. This episode features:
Tina SmithUnited States Senator for Minnesota
Laura Reed, RN, DPNExecutive Vice President, Chief Nursing Executive, and Chief Operating Officer MHealth Fairview
Mark Lane Welton, MDChief Medical Officer MHealth Fairview
Moderated by Dr. Carolyn Porta, Associate Vice President for Clinical Affairs, University of Minnesota.
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Monday May 22, 2023
Drs. Damien Fair and Cheri Friedrich: April 19, 2022
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
A conversation about learning, listening, and leadership with Drs. Damien Fair and Cheri Friedrich.
Fireside Chats: Leadership Journeys bring together University of Minnesota health sciences students with experts for candid conversation on leadership, career pathways, sources of joy, and strategies to rejuvenate. This episode features:
Damien Fair, PhDProfessor, Institute of Child Development and Dept. of Pediatrics, University of Minnesota Medical SchoolRedleaf Endowed Director, Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain
Cheri Friedrich, DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC, IBCLCClinical Professor, School of Nursing, Child Family Health CooperativeSpecialty Coordinator, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Doctor of Nursing Practice Program
Moderated by Dr. Carolyn Porta, Associate Vice President for Clinical Affairs, University of Minnesota.
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Monday May 22, 2023
Andrea M. Walsh and Dr. Patrick Courneya: March 15, 2022
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
A conversation about respectful leadership, being curious, and not making excuses with Andrea M. Walsh and Dr. Patrick Courneya.
Fireside Chats: Leadership Journeys bring together University of Minnesota health sciences students with experts for candid conversation on leadership, career pathways, sources of joy, and strategies to rejuvenate. This episode features:
Andrea M. Walsh, President and Chief Executive Officer, HealthPartners;
Patrick Courneya, MD, Chief Health Plan Medical Officer, HealthPartners;
Moderated by Dr. Carolyn Porta, Associate Vice President for Clinical Affairs, University of Minnesota.
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Monday May 22, 2023
Drs. José Pagán, Natalia Cineas, and Ana Núñez: February 15, 2022
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
A conversation about integrating equity in all that we do and creating healthy work environments centered around balance with Drs. José Pagán, Natalia Cineas, and Ana Núñez.
Fireside Chats: Leadership Journeys bring together University of Minnesota health sciences students with experts for candid conversation on leadership, career pathways, sources of joy, and strategies to rejuvenate. This episode features:
José A. Pagán, PhD, Professor and Chair, Department of Public Policy and Management, School of Global Health, New York University, Chair of the Board of Directors, NYC Health + Hospitals;
Natalia Cineas, DPN, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive; Co-chair, Equity and Access Council, NYC Health + Hospitals;
Ana Núñez, MD, FACP, Vice Dean, Diversity Equity & Inclusion; Professor, University of Minnesota Medical School;
Moderated by Dr. Carolyn Porta, Associate Vice President for Clinical Affairs, University of Minnesota.
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Monday May 22, 2023
Kerri Miller and Lt Colonel Dan Jennings: January 18, 2022
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
A conversation about leading with confidence and clarity in your messaging and creating space for intellectual curiosity and joy with Kerri Miller and Lt Colonel Dan Jennings.
Fireside Chats: Leadership Journeys bring together University of Minnesota health sciences students with experts for candid conversation on leadership, career pathways, sources of joy, and strategies to rejuvenate. This episode features:
Kerri Miller, MPR Journalist and Host;
LT Colonel Dan Jennings, Officer of The Salvation Army, Division Commander of the Northern Division;
Moderated by Dr. Carolyn Porta, Associate Vice President for Clinical Affairs, University of Minnesota.
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Monday May 22, 2023
Dr. Jon Hallberg and Brittany Shrimpton: November 16, 2021
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
A conversation about the art of medicine, authentic storytelling, and collaboratively creating something from nothing with Dr. Jon Hallberg and Brittany Shrimpton.
Fireside Chats: Leadership Journeys bring together University of Minnesota health sciences students with experts for candid conversation on leadership, career pathways, sources of joy, and strategies to rejuvenate. This episode features:
Jon Hallberg, MD, Associate Professor, University of Minnesota Dept. of Family Medicine and Community Health, Director, Mill City Clinic, Crescent Medical Director, M Physicians;
Brittany Shrimpton, Emmy award-winning Producer, TPT;
Moderated by Dr. Carolyn Porta, Associate Vice President for Clinical Affairs, University of Minnesota.
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Monday May 22, 2023
Commissioner Jan Malcolm and Dr. Jakub Tolar: May 6, 2021
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
A conversation about reflective leadership and empathy in serving the collective humanity with Jan Malcolm and Dr. Jakub Tolar.
Fireside Chats: Leadership Journeys bring together University of Minnesota health sciences students with experts for candid conversation on leadership, career pathways, sources of joy, and strategies to rejuvenate. This episode features:
Commissioner Jan Malcolm, Minnesota Department of Health
Jakub Tolar, MD, PhD, Vice President for Clinical Affairs, University of Minnesota, Dean, University of Minnesota Medical School
Moderated by Dr. Carolyn Porta, Associate Vice President for Clinical Affairs, University of Minnesota.
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Monday May 22, 2023
Drs. Bobbi Daniels, Keith Mays, and Laura Molgaard: April 19, 2021
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
A conversation about resilient leadership, embracing diversity, and lessons learned in interprofessional teams with Drs. Bobbi Daniels, Keith Mays, and Laura Molgaard.
Fireside Chats: Leadership Journeys bring together University of Minnesota health sciences students with experts for candid conversation on leadership, career pathways, sources of joy, and strategies to rejuvenate. This episode features:
Bobbi Daniels, MD, Associate Vice President for Clinical Affairs, University of Minnesota;
Keith Mays, DDS, MS, PhD, Interim Dean, University of Minnesota School of Dentistry;
Laura Molgaard, DVM, Interim Dean, University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine;
Moderated by Dr. Carolyn Porta, Associate Vice President for Clinical Affairs, University of Minnesota.
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Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
A conversation about fueling our hearts and leading with strength through vulnerability in a rapidly changing world with Dr. Connie White Delaney, Maria Raines, & Rep. Kaohly Vang Her.
Fireside Chats: Leadership Journeys bring together University of Minnesota health sciences students with experts for candid conversation on leadership, career pathways, sources of joy, and strategies to rejuvenate. This episode features:
Connie White Delaney, PhD, RN, FAAN, FACMI, FNAP, Dean, University of Minnesota School of Nursing;
Maria Raines, MS, APRN, ACNS-BC, Vice President/Chief Nursing Officer, University of Minnesota & Masonic Children's Hospitals at MHealth Fairview;
Rep. Kaohly Vang Her, (DFL) District: 64A Majority Whip;
Moderated by Dr. Carolyn Porta, Associate Vice President for Clinical Affairs, University of Minnesota.
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Monday May 22, 2023
Drs. Michael Osterholm and John Finnegan: February 15, 2021
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
A conversation about adversity, harnessing opportunities, and self-care in the face of a public health crisis with Drs. Michael Osterholm and John Finnegan.
Fireside Chats: Leadership Journeys bring together University of Minnesota health sciences students with experts for candid conversation on leadership, career pathways, sources of joy, and strategies to rejuvenate. This episode features:
Michael Osterholm, PhD, Director, University of Minnesota Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy;
John Finnegan, PhD, Dean, University of Minnesota School of Public Health;
Moderated by Dr. Carolyn Porta, Associate Vice President for Clinical Affairs, University of Minnesota.
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