SNMA Presents: The Lounge

AMEC 2025 was one for the books! Whether you were able to join The Lounge team's events in St. Louis this Easter weekend, or you had to take a rain check, we're happy to share some of the fun conversations we had with SNMA members during such an exciting weekend! Take a listen to our Run The List live recording, as our hosts discuss topics ranging from financial management to finding love as a Black medical professional. We hope to catch you all again next year in Pittsburgh!Click this link to access the SNMA Anti-DEI Survey!To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

All roads lead to AMEC this April! Join our RTL hosts as they not only discuss everything from Match Day/SOAP process, Kanye's social media crash out, Black celebrity engagements and more, but also give you all some last minute pointers on how to prep for AMEC coming up in a few short weeks!Be sure to join The Lounge podcast at AMEC this April for the exciting events that we'll be hosting! We look forward to a fun-filled weekend, and cannot wait to see you all there!To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

It's time to start unraveling the mysteries from our February Run the List episode! Join our hosts as they dive deeper into to the previously mentioned discussions surrounding the 2025 Grammy awards, love and partnerships as a Black woman in medicine, Rank List submissions for residency, and the short-lived Tik Tok ban. We're sure you'll be tempted to jump right into the conversations of these very trending topics!Be sure to join The Lounge podcast at AMEC this April for the exciting events that we'll be hosting! We look forward to a fun-filled weekend, and cannot wait to see you all there!To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

Despite February being only 28 days long, this RTL discussion was far from short! Join our hosts as they not only celebrate the joys of Black History Month and Valentine's Day, but touch on other high yield topics of this month like Kendrick's Superbowl performance, the signing of Executive Orders, the Grammy's, the short lived Tik Tok ban, Match Day, and more!TW: This episode does mention the sensitive topics of sexual assault and traumatic events. Click here to apply to the Pre-Medical/Health Leader Scholarship application: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=8-Dtl2dCXkeadGCrglRkx8n_WHoNd95JvlgPZOJy2w9UQUFaTzhFSTcwNURKNFlUUE01N01aWDFCSy4uBe sure to continue to stay tuned for more of our upcoming programming being released here on The Lounge!To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

In this episode of Kickin' It in the Lounge, our host, Jared, passes the mic to the JSNMA-- the Publications Subcommittee of the SNMA!Tune in to hear Student Dr. Abena Prempeh, one of the JSNMA editors, chat with the current President of Meharry Medical College about Historically Black medical institutions, the recent Bloomberg donation and its impact on schools like Meharry, the evolution of DEI policies in this current administration, and more!Be sure to continue to stay tuned for more of our upcoming programming being released here on The Lounge!To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

Welcome to SNMA Presents: The Lounge's very first combined Run the List and Unscripted episode, featuring all 6 hosts! This special edition recording is meant to ring in the new year of 2025 with our top 5 high yield topics from the first half of season 5. Hear us recap the United Healthcare CEO shooting, Presidential Election Results, Diddy's imprisonment, the legendary rap beef of summer 2024, and the Florida-based surgeon organ removal mishap. We hope that this recap of 2024 will bring in 2025 in a smooth sailing, nostalgic fashion, as you all reminisce with The Lounge hosts on the controversial, yet informative events of the past 6 months.SNMA Presents: The Lounge wishes our entire SNMA family a wonderful, prosperous New Year!Be sure to continue to stay tuned for more of our upcoming programming being released here on The Lounge!To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

The year of 2024 has been nothing short of an eventful year, to say the least! As we bid farewell to this chaotic year, we still have one more month to recap (the most wonderful time of the year!), which remained true to the general vibe of 2024. Join our RTL hosts as they discuss the United Healthcare CEO murder, the reversal of anesthesia coverage limitations by Blue Cross Blue Shield, Jay-Z SA allegations, social media in medicine, International Disabilities Day, bird flu and more! TW: This episode contains themes of mental health, gun violence, and murder. The timestamp of this discussion is held from roughly 06:10-16:55. SNMA Presents: The Lounge wishes our listeners and entire SNMA family a happy holidays shared with loved ones near and far!Be sure to continue to stay tuned for more of our upcoming programming being released here on The Lounge!To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

In this episode of Kickin' It in The Lounge, Jared discusses the Match and residency application process with medical residents Dr. Ayo Ibitayo, Dr. Dami Oni, and Dr. Aldwin Soumare. Tune in to hear more about their individual stories about applying for residency and how they navigated the extensive journey!Be sure to continue to stay tuned for more of our upcoming programming being released here on The Lounge!

It's that time of year on RTL where we show our gratitude for all the things that have happened in our communities, and our hope for change in certain areas that may not leave us feeling quite content. Join us as we discuss some recent trending topics, including climate change worries, Skai Jackson and her new bundle of joy, the Grammy nominations, and more!Click this link to apply for the SNMA x Vituity Social Justice Scholarship: https://snma.org/general/custom.asp?page=VituityScholarshipBe sure to stay tuned to all of our programming being released here on The Lounge!To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

The spookiness continues on this next episode of Unscripted! Sit back and relax as our 3 hosts further delve into the prior RTL conversations surrounding the Atlanta “veneer specialist,” sperm donors + birth control, baby mama culture, and recent mishaps in medical boards score reporting. Try your best not to interrupt while our hosts discuss their sides on some very trending topics!To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

Things are definitely getting spooky on Run The List! How many “veneer specialists” are posing to be legally certified dentists? Are sperm donors actually considered parents? Are residency interview rollouts truly all made equal?? Find out more on this scarily special episode of Run The List! Click this link to register for AMEC 2025 in St. Louis, MO: https://snma.org/general/custom.asp?page=AMEC2025 Be sure to stay tuned to all of our programming being released here on The Lounge!To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

Welcome to Unscripted! A series where we take our most high-yield Run The List conversations a step further. Our goal for each episode is to uncover our personal takes of previously discussed topics while highlighting diverse viewpoints that may be representative of our listeners. So sit back, relax, and get your tea ready as our hosts take you through their thoughts on some very trending topics!In our very first episode of Unscripted, our newest hosts Dr. Dumebi, Samiza, and Chinasa continue our prior discussions surrounding Diddy, the Presidential Debate, the surgical mishap in Florida, and ERAS application season. We think you'll not only enjoy their banter, but be tempted to chime in with your own comments, too! To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

New month, new topics! Here on this September Run The List episode, we usher in the season of Fall and highlight current events that have stirred up countless conversations across the country. We discuss Diddy's upcoming trial, Kendrick being chosen to perform for the Super Bowl in NOLA, Trump and Kamala's 1st national presidential debate, Florida-based surgeon removing a patient's liver rather than spleen, ERAS application season, and National Suicide Prevention Month.We also introduce one of our newest podcast hosts on SNMA Presents: The Lounge— DR. Dumebi Okocha! We are ecstatic to have her infectious energy and quick-witted dialogue here on the podcast, and we know that she will flourish in this role!Stay tuned for additional programming that we will be releasing soon here on The Lounge!Click this link to sign up for the Vot-ER Healthy Democracy Campaign: link.vot-er.org/hdc2024To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

In this episode of Kickin' It in The Lounge, Jared sits with the SNMA HPLA Chairs and discusses the importance of civic engagement (especially amongst physicians), SNMA/HPLA's partnership with the nonprofit organization Vot-ER, the Healthy Democracy campaign, and National Voter Registration Day on September 17th! Tune in to stay informed on why being politically active as health professionals is paramount, and be provided a clear reminder on why it's crucial to register to vote AND show up and show out to the polls this November!Be sure to continue to stay tuned for more of our upcoming programming being released here on The Lounge!Click here to get started on registering to vote/checking your voter registration status: http://vote.health/snma

Welcome to our new SNMA Presents: The Lounge podcast series: Kickin' It in The Lounge! In this brand new programming, we shine a light on the inspiring individuals and organizations affiliated with the Student National Medical Association. Join our host extraordinaire, Jared Jeffrey, as he dives into lively conversations that blend learning with laughter. Each episode offers a unique opportunity to hear personal stories, explore important issues in medicine and healthcare, and get to know the amazing people behind the SNMA community. Whether you're a medical student, healthcare professional, or just curious about the journey to becoming a doctor, this podcast is your go-to for real talk, inspiration, and a bit of fun along the way. Tune in for conversations that educate, uplift, and entertain!In our very first episode, our conversation is held with the wonderful student doctors on the SNMA Executive team. We gain more insight into what inspired them to be involved in SNMA leadership, what others may not know about them at first glance, and how they maintain their mental health while juggling multiple responsibilities. We're excited to share such an invaluable and fun discussion, and encourage you all to tune in!Be sure to continue to stay tuned for more of our upcoming programming being released here on The Lounge!

Summer 2024 was definitely a doozy! VP Harris and Former Pres. Trump announced their VP picks, Paris Olympics 2024 was filled with many athletic feats and a few setbacks, the Democratic and Republican National Conventions showcased what the presidential candidates hope to bring during their race to the White House, and HBCU medical schools across the country were endowed with a very generous financial gift that is sure to positively impact the trajectory of budding Black student doctors everywhere. We unpack all of this on your favorite series: Run The List!We also welcome another new host on SNMA Presents: The Lounge—Student Dr. Chinasa Anokwuru! We are elated to have her gracious and wise perspective here on the podcast, and look forward to the layers she will add to future conversations.Stay tuned for additional programming that we will be releasing soon here on The Lounge!Join SNMA on Discord today by visiting this link: https://discord.gg/tsYJJYYvNUTo share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

Welcome to Season 5 of SNMA Presents: The Lounge!We are kicking off our Run The List programming with discussions surrounding all things Election Season 2024 (Trump getting shot, Biden dropping out, etc.), the value of black women in professional settings and beyond, Nigerian celebrity wedding opulence, Hurricane Beryl, and more!We also introduce one of our newest hosts of SNMA Presents: The Lounge, Student Dr. Samiza Palmer! We are so excited for her to be joining in on the upcoming conversations that we will have for listeners this season.Stay tuned for additional programming that we will be releasing soon here on The Lounge! Link to more info on Vot-ER: https://tally.so/r/wa2jdX?utm_medium=email&utm_source=Tally&utm_campaign=hdc_2024&utm_keyword=Join us SNMA on Discord today by visiting this link: https://discord.gg/8wrtG6KBTo share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

Hey SNMA family! It's a jammed packed episode! Join us as we unpack the month of June. In this episode, Dr. Aldwin Soumare, Student Doctor Isabella Ntigbu, and aspiring Student Doctor Jared Jeffrey discuss Men's Mental Health Awareness, Fenty Hair, Kendrick Lamar's Pop Up Juneteenth Concert, the history of Juneteenth, the Femicide Crisis, the revocation of Diddy's Honorary degree, South African artist Tyla, and more! Lastly, the hosts and Executive Producer, Ondine Eken, share a warm, heartfelt message.Join us SNMA on Discord today by visiting this link: https://discord.gg/8wrtG6KBTo share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

Join Dr. Aldwin Soumare, Student doctor Isabella Ntigbu, and Jared Jeffrey as they gather to discuss Mental Health throughout the trajectory of one medical journey, controversy surrounding a middle school teacher, ER doctors organize a walk out, President Trump facing jail time, the Drake Vs Kdot run down, National Celiac disease awareness Month and more!In the Financial Corners segment the our show, Dr. Aldwin discusses the bankruptcy of the popular food chain restaurants Red Lobster and the trajectory of its downfall.Congratulations to the Class of 2024

In this episode, Jared and Student Doctor Isabella have a heavy discussion about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) being under attack, new findings regarding a bacteria linked to colon cancer, Drake Vs everybody in the rap game, the Quiet on Set documentary and more!To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

We're live in NOLA at AMEC 2024! Join the conversation as Dr. Aldwin Soumare, Isabella Ntigbu, and Jared Jeffrey discuss Media and Medicine with special guest Dr. Nii and Renée Darko.To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

In this episode, our hosts gather to talk all things women! In a spirited discussion surrounding various topics both historical and current join Isabella, Aldwin, and Jared as they celebrate women in the medical space as well as their accomplishments. in the Financial Corners segment the our show, Dr. Aldwin discusses Social Security, the history behind it, and how it will affect us in the near futureTo share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association

We're back again with another episode of The Lounge! In this special episode, host Isabella Ntigbu and Jared Jeffrey sit down with a host of Docs Outside The Box, Dr. Nii and Renée Darko, to discuss all things AMEC! The Darkos share their personal experiences at AMEC, the benefits of AMEC, networking tips, and more!To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

In this episode of The Lounge, student doctor Isabella Ntigbu and Dr. Aldwin Soumare discuss notable Black physicians, American Heart Month, Couples Match, the Netflix Series Love is Blind, Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion, and Usher's Super Bowl performance 2024.In the financial corner segment, Dr. Aldwin Soumare discusses Biden's plan to forgive student loan debt.To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!The Lounge wants to wish you all a Happy Match Season!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

Navigating your love life while pursuing a career in medicine can have ups and downs. Let's talk about relationships and medicine

In this episode, we welcome our new guest host, Jared Jeffery! Join the conversation as we discuss how to keep your New Year's resolutions on track, the Katt Williams and Shannon Sharpe interview, and low pay for Black actors in Hollywood. Plus, we'll discuss the recent ban on emergency abortions in Texas, its implications for women in Texas, and the importance of Birth Defects Awareness Month. In the Financial Corner segment, Dr. Aldwin Soumare shares some AI tools that can help you track your spending and save money.Listeners, we want to hear from you! Please take our survey and don't miss the opportunity to win a free registration to the SNMA's Annual Medical Education Conference (AMEC) in New Orleans, LA, on March 27-31, 2024. The giveaway ends on January 31st, 2024.https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=8-Dtl2dCXkeadGCrglRkxy6oq4zMwPtKu676ZkfdWf1URTlOV0lHUUlCTlY5TFgwWTNHMUZXMUQzVC4uTo share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association

In this episode, Dr. Aldwin Soumare, Student Doctor Isabella Ntigbu, and special guest Dr. Nii Darko dive into the fascinating world of AI in healthcare. From the latest advancements to the potential benefits and challenges, they explore how AI is transforming how we deliver and receive medical care. Tune in to gain valuable insights and perspectives on this rapidly evolving field.Listeners, we want to hear from you! Please partake in our survey and don't miss the opportunity to win a free registration to the SNMA's Annual Medical Education Conference (AMEC) in New Orleans, LA, on March 27-31, 2024.! The giveaway ends on January 31st, 2024.https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=8-Dtl2dCXkeadGCrglRkxy6oq4zMwPtKu676ZkfdWf1URTlOV0lHUUlCTlY5TFgwWTNHMUZXMUQzVC4u

Happy Holidays SNMA Family!

We're still in interview season! Join the conversation as Dr. Soumare and Student Doctor Isabella share their own experiences with past interviews, give some interviewing tips, address Seasonal Affective Disorder, Movember, National Healthy Skin Awareness Month, and teen scientist Heman Bekele!To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show!Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association

PsyD Candidate, Marla Moss dives deep into Racial Battle Fatigue and shares some coping strategies to mitigate stress as a medical student. To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show! To participate in this study visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HJFLGWF Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

As dedicated as we are to becoming competent physicians, we also need to strike a healthy work-life balance. It's Homecoming SZN and we're discussing our favorite Homecoming nostalgic moments, Health Literacy Month, and recent events in pop culture, and politics! In the Financial Corner segment, Dr. Aldwin addresses strategies to prevent becoming a victim of student loan fraud. To share your thoughts on our discussions, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show! Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

In this episode, we get real about Suicide Prevention Month and National Recovery Month, the rippling effect of Roe v. Wade overturned, Age limits for elected officials, Hispanic Heritage Month, Young black athletes, and more! In the Financial Corner segment, Aldwin discusses student loan debt and the SAVE plan. To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show! Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

Hey Loungers! Join us in this episode, we discuss the end of Affirmative Action, Student loan Forgiveness, Sports and cardiac arrest, KeKe Palmer's public breakup, The Montgomery Riverfront Brawl, and more!! To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show! Disclaimer: The opinion and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

In commemoration of minority mental health month Dr. Sheri Moore and student doctor Erica will be discussing mental health within the BIPOC. Tune into the conversation as we cover Dr. Moore's interest in Psychiatry as well as her experience working in a correctional facility. We also tackle the stigmas surrounding mental health and “Navigating the medical journey while maintaining space for mental health” Disclaimer: The opinion and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

Join us as Dr. Alwdin talks about the importance of research as a medical student and resident with Dr. Anita Lwanga.  Thoughts on our discussions? Questions for our hosts? Email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show! Disclaimer: The opinion and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

It's Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and for this episode student doctor Isabella sits down with Dr. Raj Sundar and Joseph Seia to talk about the ramifications of COVID-19 and the several other structural injustices that affect the Pacific Islander Community.  To learn more, visit Dr. Sundar visit https://www.healthcareforhumans.org Thoughts on our discussions? Questions for our hosts? Email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show! Disclaimer: The opinion and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

The Lounge is live in Hartford, Connecticut at the AMEC! Come and join Isabella, Erica, and Dr. Aldwin as they Run The List with a twist! Big thanks to our awesome audience for their participation in this special episode. To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our host, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show! Disclaimer: The opinion and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

Join us as we dive deep into the Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students (MAPS) and discuss its importance at the regional and national level with Hana Karman and Jonathan M. Truxillo. For more information about MAPS visit https://snma.org/page/maps. Facebook: SNMA MAPS Twitter: @SNMA_MAPS Instagram: @national_snma_maps To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our host, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show! Disclaimer: The opinion and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

There are only 25 days left until the Annual Medical Education Conference! We hope to see you on April 6th in Hartford! In this episode, we discuss highlights from Superbowl 2023, Renaissance ticket sales, Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, the Chadwick Boseman Memorial Scholarship, and the Black Doctor Shortage We also asked past AMEC attendees about their AMEC experience, what they gained from AMEC, and why people should attend the conference! To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show! Disclaimer: The opinion and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

Welcome to the first episode of Kickin' It In The Lounge! Join our Technical Producer, Jared, and Host Dr. Aldwin Soumare as they get personal and discuss how Aldwin's background played a role as a medical student, financial tips as a medical student, Aldwin's experience as a resident, and more. To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show! Disclaimer: The opinion and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

Happy New Year! In this episode, we discuss Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy and Representative George Santos's trajectory into their positions, details in Prince Harry's new book Spare, the devastations occurring in California, Two Black women helping rescue kidnapped Twin babies, Rapper Fredo Bang assisting a couple in conceiving a child, Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, and Saudi Arabia bending marriage laws for Christiano Ronaldo. In the Financial Corner segment, Aldwin discusses the necessary steps to create a business plan. To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show! Disclaimer: The opinion and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

A lot has transpired in the year 2022! Join us as we discuss the recent events in the last days of the year, such as the release of Brittany Griner, the firing of Emory Hospital Labor & Delivery Nurses, the effects of hair relaxers on black women, World AIDS Day Awareness, transitions in the black media, notable individuals we lost in 2022, and more! To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show! Disclaimer: The opinion and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

There are many things to be mindful of throughout the holiday season! Join us as we address Alzheimer's Awareness Month, all things Kanye West, the surge in RSV, seasonal depression, Megan Thee Stallion's advocacy for mental health, a hold on student debt forgiveness, midterm elections #VOTE, Diabetes Awareness Month and pre-match season 2023. In the Financial Corner segment, Aldwin gives his advice on the value of establishing a will and trust. To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show! Disclaimer: The opinion and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

It's Homecoming 2022 and we're finally back on campus! In this episode we will discuss a new majorette team at USC, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Rihanna head lining Super Bowl 2023, Supreme Justice Ketanji Brown formally sworn-in, Morgan State University Osetopatic Medical School in the works, ADHD Awareness Month, a change in the Student Loan forgiveness program, Nia Long and Ime Udoka, and much more!

In this special episode of SNMA Presents: The Lounge, student doctor Isabella sits down with Dr. Jasmine Weiss to discuss diversity in medicine and expanding the number of diverse physicians in the workforce. Dr. Jasmine Weiss is a pediatrician and assistant Professor of General Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. She is the founder of iDream Enterprise, cofounder of Let's Diversifi, and the author of the Children's book entitled “What Will Kami E. Bee.” To learn more, visit her website https://www.facebook.com/idream2be Thoughts on our discussions? Questions for our hosts? Email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show! Disclaimer: The opinion and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

It's time to get real about finances, relationships, careers, and life in general! Join us as we discuss President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan, Ovarian Cancer Awareness, parenthood before marriage, developments in the Breonna Taylor case, the rise in single men, what it means to be transparent in the journey to success, and more! In the Financial Corner, Aldwin gets real about his journey to success as a resident and shares tips on achieving financial goals! To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show! Disclaimer: The opinion and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of the Student National Medical Association.

A lot of things are resurfacing in the latter half of 2022! The return of Beyoncé, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, and, unfortunately the Monkeypox outbreak. Join us as we dive deep into a conversation about these topics, in addition to police brutality, colorism in Hollywood, female masculinity, and bring awareness to Psoriasis.

We're officially into the third season of The Lounge, and we have a lot to unpack for you guys

Join us for this special episode of SNMA Presents: The Lounge as our host Erica Dingle sits down with Dr. Manna Hagos to discuss tips for stress management and effective studying from pre-med through residency. Dr. Hagos is a board-certified anesthesiologist, entrepreneur, and author and has a handbook out tailored to first-generation physicians called The Pre-Med Survival Guide. To learn more, visit her website doctormanna.com! To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show! Disclaimer: The opinion and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of Student National Medical Association.

Missed out on our live show? Want to relive one of the *best* parts of AMEC? Tune into the recording of our live sessions at SNMA's annual medical education conference. Shout out to our lovely audience members for participating and creating this episode with us! To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show! Disclaimer: The opinion and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of Student National Medical Association.

Tis the month before AMEC and we are super pumped for our first in-person national conference since 2019! In this episode, we celebrate iconic women in medicine and beyond in honor of Women's History Month, talk about the hottest new shows on the block, and discuss March's health awareness topics. We also consider the current conflict in Eastern Europe and its implications in the United States #WeStandWithUkraine. Plus, the hosts converse about what they're most excited for at the Annual Medical Education Conference. For a hint at our special surprise, register for AMEC and all will be revealed ;) To share your thoughts on our discussions or if you have any questions to ask our hosts, email podcast@snma.org for a chance to be featured on the show! Disclaimer: The opinion and views expressed on our podcast do not reflect the official stance of Student National Medical Association.