Katrina Boylan is a public health communicator with a knack for spotting the gaps between what professionals say and what communities actually hear. She leads efforts to turn evidence and strategy into clear, engaging, and actionable communication that helps families and professionals alike.

She’s especially passionate about mentoring students and interns, giving them the skills they need to thrive in today’s visually driven communication world.

Outside of work, Katrina brings warmth, humor, and a bit of perfectionist energy to just about everything she does. She’s a writer at heart, someone who thrives on storytelling and strategy.

On Communications Breakdown, Katrina keeps things real, asks the hard questions, and makes sure there’s always space for both honesty and humor.

Tracy Mehan is a health communications strategist who believes how we share information is just as important as the information itself. She helps researchers, clinicians, and public health professionals translate complex science into messages people actually understand, remember, and act on.

Tracy’s work spans everything from injury prevention to health literacy to the emerging role of AI in public health. She has trained professionals across the country on how to communicate clearly, inclusively, and impactfully.

But Tracy isn’t all business. She’s a storyteller at heart who loves books, basketball, football, and the occasional pirate reference.

In Communications Breakdown, Tracy brings both her professional expertise and her playful perspective to the mic. Expect sharp insights, real talk, a few laughs, and maybe even the occasional snack reference.