Today’s Houston Happens segments are sponsored by: The American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA), West Hollywood Travel + Tourism Board

HOUSTON (KIAH) – Good morning, everyone! On today’s show, host Maggie Flecknoe discusses the advancements in healthcare technologies with the president of the AAPA board and mental health issues concerning Asian Americans! We also took a quick trip to West Hollywood with the organizers of the Southern California city’s 40^th anniversary.

Friend of the show, chef Willie Holmes returns to Houston Happens to discuss ways he’s working with displaced neighbors to make sure no Houstonian goes hungry during the current devastation from this week’s severe weather.

Plus, we continue our coverage leading up to the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Today, were following the journey of two American cyclist looking to qualify a spot on the U.S. team.

How Technology, Workforce Trends are Shaping Healthcare

AAPA 2024 is the world’s largest conference for physician associates, or PAs, and a chance to highlight the trends and innovations shaping the future of healthcare. Folusho Ogunfiditimi, President and Chair, of the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) Board talks to Maggie about how to navigate workforce shortages and ways to address disparities in healthcare.

This year, the conference is focusing on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and how cutting-edge advancements in technology are reshaping the foundations of healthcare and changing patient care.

West Hollywood’s 40th Anniversary

This year, West Hollywood celebrates its 40th anniversary with 4 decades of cultural innovation, diversity, and unparalleled experiences in one of Southern California’s most iconic cities.

Stopping by Houston Happens to discuss this high-energy playground to the stars that’s full of sunshine, style, and culture are Jeff Morris, Chief Marketing Officer, West Hollywood Travel and Tom Kiely, President and CEO, West Hollywood Travel and Tourism Board.

Style, culture, glamour, luxury, fun, wellness, shopping, design, trendsetting, playground to the stars, iconic. Those are just some of the words to describe West Hollywood, California’s most walkable city in the heart of Los Angeles. 

Mental Health and AAPI Month

This month is Mental Health Awareness Month, which aligns with Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. Author Jane Hyun joins Maggie in the studio to talk about the unique challenges facing Asian Americans.

Chef Willie Holmes

With his neighborhood hit hard by the storm and many of his friends being displaced with their homes destroyed and cars totaled, most in the dark with no power – Houston chef Willie Holmes said the best way for him to help is to feed everyone who needs a meal. 

Journey to Paris

To qualify for the Olympic Games in mountain biking, it’s all about points. On May 26, the top 8 countries will qualify their top two cyclists. In this week’s Journey to Paris, Alyssa Orange caught up with the two Americans who hope to be on that list: Riley Amos and Chris Blevins.