Get to know the voices behind The Healthcare Hotseat — a podcast dedicated to bringing clarity, truth, and real‑world guidance to the care experience. Through honest conversations and decades of combined expertise, our co‑hosts break down the issues that shape patient care and help listeners navigate a system that often feels overwhelming.
Co-Host
Tina D. Badham
Tina is a Registered Nurse with decades of experience across the continuum of care. She is a devoted wife and proud mother of three whose love for her family fuels her passion for transforming the way people experience care. An educator, and creative strategist, Tina blends clinical insight with deep emotional intelligence to bring clarity, compassion, and connection to every conversation. She is known for her ability to break down complex healthcare topics with honesty and heart, empowering caregivers, clinicians, and families to feel seen, supported, and understood.
Co-Host
Lorie D. Owens
Lorie is a highly accomplished healthcare executive, devoted wife, mother, and proud Nonna to one very sassy husky. With decades of experience spanning the full continuum of care she brings a rare depth of operational insight and real‑world understanding to every space she leads. Grounded in compassion and integrity, Lorie is known for her steady leadership and unwavering commitment to elevating home‑based care for patients, families, caregivers, and professionals. Her work reflects a lifelong dedication to doing what’s right, building strong teams, and ensuring that care is delivered with clarity, dignity, and heart.
