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Dr. Mark Bonta reads the obituary section every weekend. Not morbidly. But because when he cares for patients in the hospital, he sees them in a blue gown having their worst day. He never knows their life, their legacy, or how they wanted to be remembered. The obituary fills in the gaps.Katie Engelhart, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and contributing writer at The New York Times Magazine, does something similar. She finds the stories medicine doesn't tell. The ethical dilemmas playing out in ICUs and hospital rooms that the public never hears about. Medical aid in dying for eating disorders. Covert consciousness in patients diagnosed as vegetative. Dementia patients timing their own deaths before losing capacity to consent.Her work challenges the way medicine operates. Not the science. But the values, the judgments, the institutional culture that shapes standards of care without public input. She spends months, sometimes years, with patients and families navigating impossible decisions. And she lets the stories stay messy because real life doesn't fit tidy narratives.Mark and Katie talk about how she finds the people whose stories need to be told, how she earns trust over months of conversations, and why she has respect for doctors and medical science but not deference to the way things are in medicine.If you've ever wondered how medical journalism actually works, why certain stories get told and others don't, or what happens when families navigate end-of-life decisions without the ethical support they need, this conversation will give you a behind-the-scenes look at one of the best medical writers working today.Katie Engelhart:  https://www.katieengelhart.com/Episode Takeaways1. Standards of medical care are shaped by value judgments, ethics, institutional culture, and history — not just science and mathematics. The public is often unaware of why policies exist or how they came to be.2. Katie's reporting process involves months (sometimes years) of conversations, thousands of pages of medical records, and cross-referencing with family members and experts to verify every detail.3. Covert consciousness research shows that about 25 percent of patients presumed to be in vegetative states are actually aware and can perform tasks like imagining playing tennis, but families making decisions rarely have access to these tests.4. What "better" or "recovery" means to an ICU physician is often very different from what it means to a family member — even medical terms are shaped by values, not just facts.5. Katie finds people to profile by spending months building trust with providers, writing letters they can share with patients, and navigating institutional barriers that either support or block her work.6. The healthcare system lacks ethical support for patients making major moral decisions, leaving millions of people to face these choices alone even though their neighbors are going through the same thing.7. Patients will do their own research, and clinicians need to accept that and expand conversations to include it rather than dismissing skepticism as uninformed or pseudoscience.8. Choices that seem unfathomable from the outside become completely understandable when you spend time with the people making them and walk through their reasoning step by step.Episode Timestamps04:48 – Why Katie Is Drawn to Medical Writing08:24 – Telling Robert Munch's Dementia Story Without Making It About Dementia15:22 – Covert Consciousness: A Quarter of Vegetative Patients Are Actually Aware19:32 – The Ego and Humility Problem in Medicine22:56 – What "Better" Means to Doctors vs. Families28:17 – Finding the People Whose Stories Need to Be Told32:05 – How Katie Vets Sources and Verifies Information37:38 – The Existential Crisis of Our Own MortalityDISCLAMER >>>>>>    The Ditch Lab Coat podcast serves solely for general informational purposes and does not serve as a substitute for professional medical services such as medicine or nursing. It does not establish a doctor/patient relationship, and the use of information from the podcast or linked materials is at the user's own risk. The content does not aim to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and users should promptly seek guidance from healthcare professionals for any medical conditions.   >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Hospitals, Clinics, Universities, or any other organization associated with the host or guests.    Disclosures: Ditch The Lab Coat podcast is produced by (soundsdebatable.com) and is independent of Dr. Bonta's teaching and research roles at McMaster University, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Queens University.

1866 painting depicts forging of Parrott rifle In 1866, John Ferguson Weir painted "The Gun Foundry," depicting workers pouring molten iron into a casting pit at the West Point Foundry in Cold Spring to create a Parrott gun. The painting, which lives at the Putnam History Museum, was last cleaned 50 years ago. Kara Mattsen, the director of curation, said the staff noticed "it had gotten a little foggy." It was "dirty, very dirty," said conservator Nadia Ghannam, who on Friday (May 29) will reveal the results of her thorough cleaning, funded by state grants. Ghannam has worked in the conservation departments at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Brooklyn Museum of Art and the Guggenheim, among other museums. At Dia Beacon, she worked on the 102-piece Andy Warhol collection. As you might expect, refreshing a 160-year-old oil on canvas entails far more than a toothbrush and a bottle of Mr. Clean. "In 1973, it underwent a very aggressive treatment," Ghannam said, including a coating of acrylic varnish. "I did tests to see what I could do to improve that synthetic coating, because it was a little thick and gray-looking. It's a small window to find the right combination of materials so you can safely remove a discolored coating without removing paint." She concluded the 1973 layer wasn't discolored enough to take the risk. Ghannam noted that Weir painted "The Gun Foundry" during the Industrial Revolution, a period when artists started using mass-produced materials. "They were using a lot of crazy stuff in the paint," she said. "Some of it's difficult to take off now. For this surface cleaning, I used water with diammonium citrate, a mild chelating agent [which is gentler than acids]. Then I used a mild solvent to deal with the acrylic layer." She laughed while explaining that organic chemistry "nearly killed" her while earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree at Cornell University and a master's degree in art restoration at Queens University in Kingston, Ontario. "You have to understand paint chemistry and have a knowledge of artist materials and art history," she said. "My specialty became 19th- and early 20th-century American paintings." She noted that her work on "The Gun Foundry" was not a restoration, which involves repainting, a practice that conservators don't tend to use. "My approach is more minimal," she said. "I did some retouching, but only where there's something missing." On Weir's painting, the damage was limited to the bottom edge and perimeter. There, she used a watercolor formulated for conservators that mimics oil paint. Ghannam also refurbished the wood frame, which she described as "original and beautiful. It has interesting techniques like burnished gold, then matte gold, then textured gold leaf, which was popular in the 19th century." She found no major problems, such as a tear. "It's in good condition, a pretty solid painting — a sign of the painter's good technique," she said. Her work enabled details in Weir's painting to re-emerge. Before the cleaning, even Ghannam didn't notice a dog in the lower part of the painting. Weir's art bucked a 19th-century trend, Mattsen noted. "Much the art at that time reflected the Hudson River School approach of sweeping landscapes and beautiful scenery," she said. "Weir departs from that, focusing on this industrial scene with everyday workers at the forefront." Weir (1841-1926) grew up at West Point, where his father was a professor of drawing and provided much of his formal training. He had 15 siblings. He was fond of visiting the gun factory in Cold Spring, referring to it in his journal as "the dear old foundry." Mattsen said the painting also portrays a who's who of the foundry elite, including founder Gouverneur Kemble and Robert Parker Parrott, a West Point grad who designed a rifled cannon that was mass produced during the Civil War. (A replica is displayed on the Cold Spring waterfront.) Weir started sketching inside the foundry in 1864 and some of his early drawi...

In Part Two of this TCRN Roundtable, our discussion shifts to the ethical, professional, and personal complexities of trauma nursing. We explore challenging scenarios, pediatric readiness in adult trauma centers, the evolving role of the TCRN, and the experiences that shape leadership, growth, and resilience within trauma systems. Let's dive right back in with Merideth, Ashley and Jamin. Merideth Gradowski is an experienced nursing leader with over 15 years in the field and a strong focus on trauma care. She holds a BSN from Arizona State University and an MSN in nursing administration from Queens University of Charlotte. Currently serving as a Trauma Program Manager, she leads system development and quality initiatives to improve patient outcomes. She is especially passionate about advancing pediatric trauma care within adult trauma centers. Ashley Metcalf began her nursing career in the Emergency Department and has spent more than 20 years dedicated to trauma care. She currently serves as a Trauma Program Performance Improvement Coordinator at a Level I Trauma Center, where she focuses on advancing quality and outcomes. Ashley is also the President of the Trauma Association of South Carolina and co-chairs the Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses Committee through the Society of Trauma Nurses. She brings both deep clinical experience and strong leadership to the trauma nursing community. Jamin Rankin is a dynamic nursing leader with more than a decade of experience spanning emergency, trauma, and air-medical care. He currently serves as Trauma Program Manager and Stroke Program Manager at Ochsner LSU Health, where he leads accreditation, education, and systemwide quality initiatives. His background includes frontline work as a flight nurse and emergency clinician in both rural and Level I trauma settings. Jamin is widely recognized for his leadership and contributions to trauma systems, earning honors such as ENA's 20 Under 40 and BCEN's Distinguished TCRN designation. This episode is titled “TCRN Roundtable: Code Red Activated (Part Two).” Our TCRN Roundtable guests can be contacted on LinkedIn @MeridethGradowski, @AshleyMetcalf, and @JaminRankin BCEN & Friends Podcast is presented by the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing. Scan the QR Code to sign up for Learn Updates: We invite you to visit us online at bcen.org for additional information about emergency nursing certification, education, and much more. Episode introduction created using elevenlabs.io

Host Jason Blitman talks to author Davin Malasarn about what he's been reading and the books that influenced his debut novel, The Outer Country. Davin Malasarn was born and raised in Southern California. After completing his PhD in biology at the California Institute of Technology, he earned his MFA in creative writing from Bennington College and completed the Queens University of Charlotte Book Development Program. He was a PEN America Emerging Voices Fellow, a Plympton Writing Downtown Fellow, and a Bennington Alumni Fellow. He co-founded The Granum Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to supporting writers, and hosts The Artist's Statement podcast.Sign up for the Gays Reading Book Club HERESUBSTACK! MERCH! WATCH! CONTACT! hello@gaysreading.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast features novelist and our 2026 Heimbold Chair Cauvery Madhavan speaking with two poets from Queens University's Seamus Heaney Centre - Niamh Twomey, and Emma Devlin. They discuss the importance of creative community, emphasizing that writing is not purely solitary but shaped by conversation, friendship, teaching, reading, and exchange.A major focus is how environmental concerns and the climate crisis enter their work naturally rather than didactically. Devlin describes fiction shaped by transformation and ecological change, while Twomey discusses her eco-feminist reimagining of Irish myth through poetry. Together, the conversation highlights writing as a powerful way to respond to change, grief, imagination, and the natural world.

The Disunited KingdomAt the time of writing this week's column Keir Starmer is still the Leader of the British Labour Party and Prime Minister. On Monday he delivered a ‘Save Keir Starmer' speech which may or may not work for him. Can he survive the voices of opposition within Labour? That is a matter for his party.The reality is that his leadership of Labour and its success in the 2024 general election had little to do with Starmer and more to do with voters' deep antipathy toward the Conservative party. With a landslide victory and a massive majority of 174., Starmer was given a mandate to right the wrongs of a decade of Tory mismanagement and corruption, and of the Brexit debacle.Instead and in just 23 months Starmer has lost the confidence of the vast majority of the electorate in Britain. His funding of public services in the North is disgraceful; his government's abject failure to tackle the cost of living crisis; or his bizarre and stupid appointment of Peter Mandelson to the post of Ambassador to the USA, have cost Labour dearly. Allied to these has been his shameful support for Israel's genocidal war against the Palestinian people. Consequently, Starmer is now reputedly the most unpopular British Prime Minister since opinion polling began decades ago.The Irish Language and Irish UnityWell done to Conradh na Gaeilge on the publication of its report – ‘A United Ireland: A Transformative Opportunity for the Irish language and Gaeltacht.' The report, written by Roisin Nic Liam, a researcher at Queens University, is an insightful examination of how the Irish Language has been traditionally viewed in the context of Irish Unity and its place in the growing conversation now taking place on unity. It accepts that “comprehensive planning is required in order to clarify what a united Ireland might look like. Such clarity would ensure that the people of Ireland are able to make an informed decision about the future of the country. Central to this discussion is the question of the Irish language.”Marwan Barghouti – A Resolute Defender of FreedomAfter 24 years the continued imprisonment of Palestinian Leader Marwan Barghouti is more than a punitive act of judicial oppression by Israel. It is a calculated strategic decision to prevent the emergence of a united Palestinian leadership. Barghouti is widely recognised among Palestinians as the leader who can unite the various Palestinian groups and provide a united, coherent political strategy to challenge Israel's occupation of the Palestinian territories and its genocidal policy in Gaza.For more than 50 years Marwan Barghouti has been part of the struggle against Israel's apartheid regime, its brutality and occupation of Palestine. He was born in 1959 in the west Bank. When he was eight years old the 1967 war resulted in Israel occupying the west Bank, East Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip. It was under this military occupation that Marwan grew up.

We're going to cure cancer in our lifetime." It's a rallying cry at every charity event, every fundraiser, every race. But what does that actually mean?Dr. Sonal Gandhi, a medical oncologist, joins Ditch the Labcoat to break down what most people don't understand: we already cure cancer. All the time. Early stage cancers like breast, colon, and skin cancer caught in time have cure rates approaching 90 to 100 percent.The challenge is stage four cancer. Metastatic disease. Cancer that has spread to other organs. And even there, the conversation is shifting. Cancer is increasingly becoming a chronic illness. People are living longer with it, sometimes dying with it rather than from it, just like they do with heart disease or diabetes.Dr. Gandhi walks through what "curing cancer" really means, how treatment has evolved beyond chemotherapy into targeted therapies and immunotherapy, and why prevention matters. Up to 40 percent of cancers are related to modifiable lifestyle factors: smoking, alcohol, obesity, lack of exercise. But even doing everything right doesn't guarantee you won't get cancer. Age is the number one risk factor, and we can't modify that.She also challenges the guilt people carry when they're diagnosed and reframes the fear around the "C word." Maybe it's time to pull cancer back into the middle with the menu of other chronic illnesses we manage, not cure.If you've ever wondered what "curing cancer" actually means, why some cancers are more treatable than others, or what you can do to reduce your risk, this episode will reframe how you think about one of medicine's most feared diagnoses.If you've ever wondered why so many people have unexplained symptoms, why standard treatments fail them, or what actually works when medicine runs out of answers, this episode will reframe how you see chronic illness.Dr. Sonal Gandhi's LinkedinEpisode Takeaways1. We already cure cancer. Early stage cancers (stage 1 or 2) caught in time have cure rates approaching 90 to 100 percent, depending on the type.2. Cancer is not one disease. It's dozens of diseases with different stages, treatments, and outcomes. We're better at treating some than others.3. Stage four (metastatic) cancer is increasingly becoming a chronic illness. Treatments help people live longer with cancer, sometimes dying with it rather than from it.4. Up to 40 percent of cancers are related to modifiable lifestyle factors: smoking, alcohol, obesity, and lack of exercise. Being a healthy weight matters for cancer prevention.5. Age is the number one risk factor for cancer. Every decade you get older, cells get worse at repairing mistakes. We can't modify aging.6. Only 10 to 20 percent of cancers are due to inherited genes. Most cancers happen because of the complicated interplay between lifestyle, environment, and cellular aging.7. Immunotherapy works by preventing cancer cells from turning off the immune system, but it can cause severe autoimmune side effects that need rapid treatment.8. Whole body scans and experimental blood tests sound appealing, but they often create more harm than good. Screening needs to be done in context with clear downstream action plans.Episode Timestamps03:51 – What Does "Curing Cancer" Actually Mean?08:15 – Early Stage vs. Late Stage Cancer: The Critical Difference12:42 – How Chemotherapy, Targeted Therapy, and Immunotherapy Work18:35 – Prevention: Lifestyle Factors That Reduce Cancer Risk21:50 – Why Immunotherapy Can Cause Severe Side Effects30:48 – Cancer as a Chronic Illness, Not a Death Sentence38:22 – Environmental and Occupational Cancer Risks45:51 – Why Whole Body Scans Aren't the AnswerDISCLAMER >>>>>>    The Ditch Lab Coat podcast serves solely for general informational purposes and does not serve as a substitute for professional medical services such as medicine or nursing. It does not establish a doctor/patient relationship, and the use of information from the podcast or linked materials is at the user's own risk. The content does not aim to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and users should promptly seek guidance from healthcare professionals for any medical conditions.   >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Hospitals, Clinics, Universities, or any other organization associated with the host or guests.    Disclosures: Ditch The Lab Coat podcast is produced by (soundsdebatable.com) and is independent of Dr. Bonta's teaching and research roles at McMaster University, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Queens University.

In this episode, we're joined by three exceptional Trauma Certified Nurse Leaders for an in-depth roundtable discussion. Merideth Gradowski is an experienced nursing leader with over 15 years in the field and a strong focus on trauma care. She holds a BSN from Arizona State University and an MSN in nursing administration from Queens University of Charlotte. Currently serving as a Trauma Program Manager, she leads system development and quality initiatives to improve patient outcomes. She is especially passionate about advancing pediatric trauma care within adult trauma centers. Ashley Metcalf began her nursing career in the Emergency Department and has spent more than 20 years dedicated to trauma care. She currently serves as a Trauma Program Performance Improvement Coordinator at a Level I Trauma Center, where she focuses on advancing quality and outcomes. Ashley is also the President of the Trauma Association of South Carolina and co-chairs the Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses Committee through the Society of Trauma Nurses. She brings both deep clinical experience and strong leadership to the trauma nursing community. Jamin Rankin is a dynamic nursing leader with more than a decade of experience spanning emergency, trauma, and air-medical care. He currently serves as Trauma Program Manager and Stroke Program Manager at Ochsner LSU Health, where he leads accreditation, education, and systemwide quality initiatives. His background includes frontline work as a flight nurse and emergency clinician in both rural and Level I trauma settings. Jamin is widely recognized for his leadership and contributions to trauma systems, earning honors such as ENA's 20 Under 40 and BCEN's Distinguished TCRN designation. Trauma nursing lives at the intersection of standards, systems, and bedside decision-making, and in Part One we explore regulatory expectations, performance improvement, trauma program structure, and gaps across the trauma care continuum. This episode is titled “TCRN Roundtable: Code Red Activated (Part One).” Our TCRN Roundtable guests can be contacted on LinkedIn @MeridethGradowski, @AshleyMetcalf, and @JaminRankin BCEN & Friends Podcast is presented by the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing. Scan the QR Code to sign up for Learn Updates: We invite you to visit us online at bcen.org for additional information about emergency nursing certification, education, and much more. Episode introduction created using elevenlabs.io

Charlotte's movie scene has something truly special — and it's not your average theater popcorn experience. The Independent Picture House isn't just a cinema; it's a community hub for film lovers, artists, and idea seekers. As Charlotte's only nonprofit community cinema, IPH is building something more than a movie — a space where cultural conversations, local voices, and international films all meet under one roof. Our guest today is one of the driving forces behind that mission — Claire Lechtenberg, Director of Marketing and Development at the Independent Picture House. Claire has been helping tell IPH's story, growing its community impact, and turning film screenings into meaningful experiences that connect people. She's also been recognized as one of Queens University's “10 Under 10” alumni for her leadership and creativity in shaping Charlotte's arts scene. Let's talk with Claire about how IPH is redefining what a movie theater can mean to a community — and why “more than a movie” perfectly captures this local treasure. Claire, welcome to this episode of the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast.

Pope Leo's repeated calls for peace has put the focus on the Catholic Church's Just War Theory- something which went on to form the basis of international law. But is that Theory withering today - both from the religious and political lexicons? Audrey speaks to Professor Tobias Winwright - considered the world's leading authority on Just War - he's currently in Maynooth university, and theologian Dr Elaine Storkey.It's described as the world's biggest humanitarian disaster - 14 million people forced from their homes, and yet the situation in Sudan barely makes the news. As the current conflict enters its 4th year Audrey talks to Birke Herzbruch from Trócaire, who has recently returned from Sudan.Professor Katharine HeyHoe is the Chief Scientist at Nature Conservancy. She will be in Belfast soon to give the annual McCosh Lecture at Queens University. Ahead of the visit she spoke to Audrey about Faith, climate change and why small actions matter.The new Michael Jackson movie has been panned by critics with accusations that it whitewashes the singers past and makes no mention of the child molestation charges he faced. He's not the first artist to be accused of heinous crimes but how are we supposed to view their work- whether it's music, poetry, books, art or films? Audrey speaks to Dr Leon Litvack, from the School of Arts, English and Languages at Queen's University and by BBC Music Presenter Steven Rainey.

Dr. Dave Clarke returns to Ditch the Labcoat to dig deeper into something medicine still doesn't talk about enough: what happens when your body creates real, debilitating symptoms but there's nothing structurally wrong.This isn't about imaginary illness or psychosomatic complaints. This is about the brain physically changing in response to stress, trauma, and unresolved emotional burdens, and manifesting those changes as chronic pain, migraines, irritable bowel syndrome, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, and dozens of other conditions that standard medical tests can't explain.Dr. Clarke walks through what neuroplastic treatment actually looks like. How he identifies patients whose symptoms stem from adverse childhood experiences, current stressors, or past traumas they've buried so deep they don't even recognize the connection. How he helps them see that their bodies are okay, their brains have just learned to create symptoms as a warning signal. And how, once that fear is removed and the real stressors are addressed, symptoms that have plagued people for years can resolve. Sometimes dramatically, sometimes over time with therapy.The conversation challenges everything medicine teaches about the link between pathology and symptoms. Why do ten people with identical "bone-on-bone" knee arthritis x-rays experience completely different levels of pain? Why do half of people over 40 have abnormal spine MRIs but no symptoms at all? Why do patients get told their spine is "abnormal" or they have Ehlers-Danlos or chronic Lyme when the real issue is unprocessed trauma from childhood?Dr. Clarke also addresses the system failures that keep neuroplastic treatment on the margins. Why physicians trained to think about organs and structures struggle to diagnose conditions rooted in the mind. Why patients resist the idea that their pain could be brain-generated, even when it's the only explanation that fits. And why collaborative care between medical doctors and trauma-informed mental health professionals is the most cost-effective intervention we're not using.If you've ever wondered why so many people have unexplained symptoms, why standard treatments fail them, or what actually works when medicine runs out of answers, this episode will reframe how you see chronic illness.Dr. Dave Clarke's Website:  https://www.symptomatic.me/Episode Takeaways1. Neuroplastic conditions are not imaginary. The brain has physically changed in response to stress or trauma, creating real symptoms in the body.2. Over 40% of people who present to primary care have medically unexplained symptoms, and at least a quarter to a third of adults experience neuroplastic conditions.3. More than half of people over age 40 have abnormal spine MRIs with zero symptoms, proving that structural abnormalities don't always correlate with pain.4. Pain reprocessing therapy starts with reassurance: your body is okay, you don't need to fear lifelong disability, and shifting attention from body to mind begins reducing symptoms.5. Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are often subtle. Not just physical or sexual abuse, but emotional neglect, perfectionism, or growing up in chaotic households create lasting neuroplastic effects.6. The key to uncovering hidden trauma: ask patients to imagine their own child growing up exactly as they did. This reframe helps them see experiences they minimized as actually harmful.7. Collaborative care between medical doctors and trauma-informed mental health professionals produces the best outcomes and is highly cost-effective, reducing ER visits and healthcare utilization.8. Resources are now widely available: apps (Curable, Nirvana, Digestible, FreeMe), self-help books, the Association for the Treatment of Neuroplastic Symptoms (symptomatic.me), and trained providers worldwide.Episode Timestamps03:45 – What Neuroplastic Treatment Actually Looks Like07:09 – The Stress Evaluation: Finding the Link Between Trauma and Symptoms13:35 – How to Get Patients to Believe Their Brain Creates Physical Pain18:55 – Placebo, Nocebo, and Why Pain is Always Generated by the Brain24:46 – Conditions That Benefit from Neuroplastic Treatment29:35 – Why the System Still Doesn't Believe This36:53 – How to Uncover Hidden Childhood Trauma46:45 – Resources for People Who Can't Access Specialized CareDISCLAMER >>>>>>    The Ditch Lab Coat podcast serves solely for general informational purposes and does not serve as a substitute for professional medical services such as medicine or nursing. It does not establish a doctor/patient relationship, and the use of information from the podcast or linked materials is at the user's own risk. The content does not aim to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and users should promptly seek guidance from healthcare professionals for any medical conditions.   >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Hospitals, Clinics, Universities, or any other organization associated with the host or guests.    Disclosures: Ditch The Lab Coat podcast is produced by (soundsdebatable.com) and is independent of Dr. Bonta's teaching and research roles at McMaster University, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Queens University. 

President Trump doesn't like Pope Leo, accusing him of being weak on crime and bad on foreign policy. The leader of the Catholic Church says he will keep speaking out for peace and the gospel.In a week where Trump also released a picture of himself in a Christ like pose healing the sick, we ask why he continues to be popular with US Christians? Audrey talks to Mark Finlay – a Presbyterian from East Belfast who now works in Washington with US politicians and leaders- about the differences in faith, language and politics on the other side of the pond.As the crew of Artemis II return safely to earth Audrey speaks to Rev Professor David Wilkinson from Durham University about why space travel has a profound spiritual affect on astronauts.This weekend the 1926 Census Records for the Irish Free State are released. Dr Marie Colman from Queens University looks at the first post -partition evidence of population changes and movement across the border.And what does a Theology of Climate Failure look like? Should we accept that we have failed already and start planning for a different future. Oxford Academic Bethany Sollereder thinks so.

Lights up, dolls — because Buff Faye and Giovonni D. Diamond are BACK, and this episode is serving chaos, comedy, and a whole lot of JUICE.  Buff and Gio kick things off with their signature nonsense, and baby… it escalates quickly. Gio is still on the market (applications now open), and the conversation spirals into the wild world of chasers, twinks, bears, and way too much oversharing. From “educational” moments that absolutely no one asked for to Gio's conspiracy theory that fashion designers might secretly be chasers, the duo proves once again that nothing is off-limits. Is it too much? Yes. Are we still listening? Also yes. But beneath the mess, there's magic. The spotlight turns to rising talent as special guest Venus Wyre joins the conversation — a true new drag artistry powerhouse making waves in Charlotte and beyond. From creating drag in her bedroom in Memphis, Tennessee to stepping into her own as a booked and buzzworthy performer, Venus shares how her passion evolved into purpose after moving to Charlotte to attend Queens University. Buff and Venus dive into her journey of self-discovery through drag, the influence of ballroom culture, dancing, and duck walking, and how fashion and upcycling have become central to her creative expression. Venus opens up about the importance of originality, pushing beyond your comfort zone, and building something that is uniquely yours. Their conversation also revisits how they first connected, reflects on the ball scene (including Buff's first ball win), and celebrates what it means to be a rising star while staying grounded in authenticity and artistry. And of course, the episode wraps with a fierce round of YASSSS QUEEN or NOT TODAY SATAN — because judgment is part of the fantasy. From messy dating talk to meaningful mentorship, rising stars to ridiculous stories, this episode is hilarious, inspiring, and unapologetically unfiltered. Hit play, get into the fantasy, and start Dishing with Buff Faye. Eat it up! 

What happens after liberation? Why do people who witness miracles still fall into misguidance?In this episode of Qur'an Conversations, we reflect on Surah TaHa (20:86–88), when Prophet Musa (peace be upon him) returns to find his people worshipping the golden calf. These verses uncover something deeper than idolatry—they reveal the psychology of post-liberation vulnerability, moral outrage rooted in love, and how deception spreads when accountability collapses We explore the tension between physical freedom and spiritual slavery, the danger of weaponizing religion, and the subtle ways blame-shifting protects the ego from repentance.You will learn:

Alfredo Borodowski has lived through public failure, bipolar disorder, and the work of rebuilding identity from the ground up. Now he helps leaders navigate disruption without losing their humanity.In this episode of Ditch the Labcoat, Dr. Mark Bonta sits down with Alfredo to explore what happens to meaning when systems accelerate. They discuss why productivity metrics fail to capture human performance, what AI accelerates and what it erodes, and how leaders can maintain purpose and resilience when certainty disappears.Alfredo's formula is simple but powerful: Positivity + Purpose = Peak Performance. But the conversation goes deeper than frameworks. It asks hard questions about what humans need to preserve as work becomes more automated, why resilience isn't grit or endurance theater, and where positive psychology helps versus where it breaks.This isn't a how-to episode. It's a thinking episode for leaders, clinicians, and anyone navigating a world where the system is outpacing the human. Dr. Borodowski : https://www.linkedin.com/in/alfredo-borodowski/Episode Takeaways1. Positive psychology focuses on nurturing what's already working, not fixing what's broken—a fundamental shift from traditional problem-solving approaches.2. The formula Positivity + Purpose = Peak Performance isn't about motivation—it's about maintaining agency and meaning when systems accelerate beyond human capacity.3. AI accelerates efficiency but can erode meaning, dignity, and the human experience of work if leaders don't actively preserve it.4. Resilience isn't grit or pushing through—it's about internal stability, purpose, and psychological adaptability in permanent uncertainty.5. Leadership in the AI era requires shifting from predicting the future to guiding people through disorienting change.6. Burnout happens when purpose disconnects from work—not from working too hard or lacking work-life balance.7. Productivity metrics capture output but miss what actually drives human performance: meaning, connection, and psychological safety.8. Positive psychology helps when it addresses real tension and limits—it breaks when it becomes toxic positivity or denial of difficulty.Episode Timestamps05:54 – What Is Positive Psychology? (Nurturing What Works, Not Fixing What's Broken)09:06 – The Positivity + Purpose = Peak Performance Formula11:21 – Why Most Leadership Fails in Times of Uncertainty14:02 – How AI Changes What Humans Need to Focus On18:11 – The Difference Between Efficiency and Meaning22:50 – Why Burnout Is Misunderstood by Leaders28:03 – Resilience Is Not Grit or Endurance Theater32:03 – What Positive Psychology Gets Wrong35:32 – Leadership When Certainty Is GoneDISCLAMER >>>>>>    The Ditch Lab Coat podcast serves solely for general informational purposes and does not serve as a substitute for professional medical services such as medicine or nursing. It does not establish a doctor/patient relationship, and the use of information from the podcast or linked materials is at the user's own risk. The content does not aim to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and users should promptly seek guidance from healthcare professionals for any medical conditions.   >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Hospitals, Clinics, Universities, or any other organization associated with the host or guests.    Disclosures: Ditch The Lab Coat podcast is produced by (soundsdebatable.com) and is independent of Dr. Bonta's teaching and research roles at McMaster University, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Queens University. 

The FiltrateJoel Topf kidneyboy.bsky.socialPedro Teixeira @nephcrit.bsky.socialNayan Arora @captainchloride.bsky.socialAnna Gaddy @annagaddy.bsky.social Swapnil Hiremath @hswapnil.medsky.social and on LinkedInSpecial GuestsIan McCoy, MD @NephroNinja study author and UCSFChi-yuan Hsu Senior author and Chief of the Division of Nephrology at UCSFSamuel Silver Associate Professor at Queens University in CanadaEditingVipin Verghese and Joel TopfShow Notes NephJC Discusion: Dialyze Less, Recover More? AKI's Chance to Get LIBERATE-DManuscript: A Conservative Dialysis Strategy and Kidney Function Recovery in Dialysis-Requiring Acute Kidney InjuryThe Liberation From Acute Dialysis (LIBERATE-D) Randomized Clinical Trial JAMA | PubMedBen's pilot study: RAD-AKI Pilot study: Recovery After Dialysis-Requiring Acute Kidney Injury (RAD-AKI) (ClinicalTrials.gov)STARRT-AKI NephJC Editorial in JAMA: A-E-I-O-U and Sometimes Why—Dialysis in Acute Kidney Injury (JAMA)What Is Dialytrauma? (Nephrology Times)How Fragile Are the Results of a Trial? The Fragility Index (PubMedCentral)Shiffl Trial: Daily Hemodialysis and the Outcome of Acute Renal Failure (NEJM)AKIKI: Initiation Strategies for Renal-Replacement Therapy in the Intensive Care Unit (NEJM)AKIKI2: How Late it was, How Late! (NephJC)Sam Silver's study: Promoting Kidney Recovery After Acute Kidney Injury Receiving Dialysis (Recover-AKI) (ClinicalTrial.Gov)Marie Kondo (Wikipedia)Tubular SecretionsSwap: The smutty dragon novels of novels of Rebecca Yarros (Wikipedia) Specifically The Empyrean seriesAnna: Brisket recipesPedro: The Naked Gun (Wikipedia) with Liam NeesonIan: ASN Kidney Health Guidance on the Outpatient Management of Patients with Dialysis-Requiring Acute Kidney Injury (PubMed) he really doesn't get Tubular Secretions.Nayan: Tilt: A Novel by Emma Pattee (Amazon)Chi: The Year of Magical Thinking by Joan Didion (Wikipedia) and Innovations in Nephrology (Springer Nature)Sam: Monopoly Super Electronic Banking Board Game (Amazon)Joel: Song Sung Blue (Wikipedia)

Dan and Ellen talk with Zuri Berry, the executive editor of The Banner in Montgomery County, Maryland. He's also a Boston Globe colleague of Ellen's from days of yore. Zuri is one of those journalists who's done a little bit of everything. We're talking reporter, columnist, video producer, digital editor, radio host, audio editor — over more than two decades in this business. And he's got an MBA from the McColl School of Business at Queens University of Charlotte on top of all that, which is a combination you don't always see in a newsroom leader. He was deputy managing editor at the Boston Herald, and managing editor for two NPR member stations. The accolades speak for themselves — he was part of the Boston Globe's Pulitzer Prize-winning team for breaking news coverage of the 2013 Marathon bombings. At The Banner, he supported last year's Pulitzer-winning series on Baltimore's overdose crisis. Dan has a Quick Take for later on in the podcast about a journalist who's run afoul of ICE and who faces deportation to Colombia. Estefany Rodríguez, a reporter for a Spanish-language newspaper called Nashville Noticias in Tennessee, was arrested by ICE even though her lawyers say she entered the U.S. legally. It may be a case of retaliation, as Rodriguez has reported on ICE activities in the Nashville area.  After the podcast was recorded, Rodríguez was released on $10,000 bond, but she is still fighting to remain in the U.S. Ellen has a Quick Take is about a small newspaper in Wyoming that ditched its police blotter — and almost nobody misses it. The Wyoming Tribune Eagle made the change after taking a course at the Poynter Institute on deepening crime coverage. Dropping the blotter gave the staff more time to do actual reporting. 

Behind in the vote totals, North Carolina Senate leader Phil Berger files four election protests, CMS doesn't plan to use makeup days for this year's weather events so far, and Queens University prepares to take on Purdue in the NCAA Tournament.

00:00 - 12:32 - Coach Bob Lovell from Indiana Sports Talk joins the show! Bob and JMV dive into IHSAA Semi-State action, as well as college hoops as the first-round rolls on! 12:33 - 34:07 - Brian Neubert from Gold & Black Illustrated joins the show! Brian and JMV dive into the Boilermakers matchup with Queens University, as they look to maintain the momentum they picked up in the Big Ten Tournament. 34:08 - 47:44 - Voice of the Indiana Hoosiers Don Fischer joins the show! Don and JMV talk about the disappointment of Indiana not making the NCAA Tournament. 47:45 - 1:01:30 - Brandon Gaudin from CBS, BTN and more joins the show from OKC as he breaks down the games he called last night in the NCAA Tournament! He also looks ahead to what’s on the slate tomorrow!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 25:44 – JMV is out at Clayton’s Country Bar as the first round of the NCAA Tournament continues! He breaks down yesterday’s games, discusses the injury to Pacers center Ivica Zubac, and remembers actor and martial artist Chuck Norris, who passed away yesterday. 25:45 – 41:45 - Coach Bob Lovell from Indiana Sports Talk joins the show! Bob and JMV dive into IHSAA Semi-State action, as well as college hoops as the first-round rolls on! 41:46 – 46:47 – JMV wraps up the first hour of the show! 46:48 – 1:11:41 – Brian Neubert from Gold & Black Illustrated joins the show! Brian and JMV dive into the Boilermakers matchup with Queens University, as they look to maintain the momentum they picked up in the Big Ten Tournament. 1:11:42 – 1:23:35 – Kevin Todd from The Sports Brokers joins the show to give the best bets and picks for the NCAA Tournament! 1:23:36 – 1:31:30 – JMV reacts to Ivica Zubac breaking a rib and missing the rest of the season as the 2nd hour closes! 1:31:31 – 1:54:42 – Voice of the Indiana Hoosiers Don Fischer joins the show! Don and JMV talk about the disappointment of Indiana not making the NCAA Tournament. Clayton Anderson from Clayton’s Country Bar stops by! 1:54:43 – 2:11:02 – Brandon Gaudin from CBS, BTN and more joins the show from OKC as he breaks down the games he called last night in the NCAA Tournament! He also looks ahead to what’s on the slate tomorrow! 2:11:03 – 2:13:50 – Steve from Clayton’s Country Bar stops by to hype up the location! 2:13:51 – 2:20:02 – JMV wraps up the show with Clayton and Steve! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 - 19:27 - Mike Chappell from CBS4 and FOX59 joins the show! Mike and JMV talk the NCAA Tournament, before moving to the Colts offseason, what they’ve done so far and what they might end up doing. 19:28 - 37:33 - Rapheal Davis, the former Boilermaker guard now with the Big Ten Network, joins the show! Rapheal and JMV breakdown the NCAA Tournament games involving Big Ten teams! They then preview Purdue vs Queens University!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RUNDOWN   Mitch opens the show from Los Angeles, where he's in town to watch Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs play the Clippers—but not before attending a Division II baseball series featuring players who grew up with his sons. The conversation shifts to March Madness, with Mitch explaining why he believes the top teams—especially from the Big 12—are clearly ahead of the rest of the field. The Seahawks No-Table crew breaks down a turbulent offseason following their Super Bowl win. The trio discusses key departures in free agency, the team's deliberate approach to the salary cap, and why Seattle may rely on player development and the draft rather than splashy signings. Mitch talks with Tennessee State head coach Nolan Smith after the former Duke All-American and national champion led the Tigers to an Ohio Valley Conference title and an NCAA Tournament berth in his first year running the program. Smith reflects on learning the coaching profession under Mike Krzyzewski, navigating career setbacks after leaving Duke, and how those experiences shaped him as a leader. Mitch and Queens University head coach Grant Leonard talk after the Charlotte-based Royals captured the Atlantic Sun title and punched their ticket to the NCAA Tournament in their first season eligible for Division I postseason play. Leonard explains how a balanced offense—with six players averaging double figures—helped fuel the run, while also discussing the reality of roster building in the transfer portal era. Mitch welcomes back North Dakota State head coach Dave Richman, whose Bison are headed to the NCAA Tournament for the fourth time under his leadership after another Summit League title and a 27-win season. Richman talks about balancing loyalty to Fargo with the reality that successful mid-major coaches are constantly linked to bigger jobs, while also explaining how roster building has changed in the portal and NIL era. Mitch talks with Troy head coach Scott Cross after the Sun Belt regular-season and tournament champion Trojans earned their second straight NCAA Tournament berth. Cross explains how he rebuilt the roster after losing several starters to bigger NIL deals by promoting reserves who helped the program reach last year's tournament.   GUESTS   Brady Henderson | Former University of Washington point guard and longtime Huskies basketball radio analyst Jacson Bevens | Host, Refuse to Lose podcast Nolan Smith | head coach, Tennessee State Grant Leonard | head coach, Queens University Dave Richman | head coach, North Dakota State Scott Cross | head coach, Troy   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:00 | Division II Baseball, March Madness Picks, and the Birthday Game 19:00 | Seahawks No-Table: Seattle's Super Bowl roster takes offseason hits, but the Seahawks' front office stays committed to long-term roster building instead of panic spending. 45:35 | Nolan Smith: Former Duke star Nolan Smith takes Tennessee State to the NCAA Tournament in his first season as a head coach. 1:02:09 | Grant Leonard: Queens University shocks the Atlantic Sun and reaches the NCAA Tournament in its first year of Division I eligibility. 1:15:24 | Dave Richman: North Dakota State coach Dave Richman returns to the NCAA Tournament—and reflects on building a winning program in Fargo during college basketball's NIL and transfer-portal era. 1:33:42 | Scott Cross: Troy head coach Scott Cross returns to the NCAA Tournament with a roster built on loyalty, development—and an unlikely pipeline from Puyallup, Washington.

Queens University of Charlotte head coach Grant Leonard joined 3 Man Front on Monday to discuss leading the Royals to the NCAA Tournament & dealing with tampering from power conference teams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EPISODE 358 Queens University PxP Nick Klos talks about the Royals first ever NCAA Tournament appearance by Pirate Radio 92.7FM Greenville

A study reveals several parks and greenways would be impacted by the proposed I-77 toll lanes, the former EpiCentre uptown is set to go up for sale, Sam Page widens his lead over North Carolina Senate leader Phil Berger, and Queens University Men's basketball is going to the Big Dance.

– I have always told myself I'm not a runner.Race day in November dawned bright and crisp.After a career spent finding the voices of senior business executives, Alison Rice Bruster is writing a new chapter. She holds a BA in English Literature from Queens University of Charlotte. Her work has been published in three previous Personal Story Publishing Project collections, and she won recognition in the Charlotte Writers Club Nonfiction Contest. She is a member of Charlotte Lit, the Charlotte Writers Club, the North Carolina Writers Network, and the South Carolina Writers Association. She lives in Fort Mill, S.C., and travels widely, often bringing home stories worth telling.

Joshua Resnikoff was a bench scientist at Harvard's Wyss Institute, surrounded by cutting-edge science. He believed healthcare could solve anything. Then his son started having unexplained recurring fevers. Monthly ER visits. Ice baths to prevent seizures. Years of diagnostic uncertainty. Finally, a diagnosis: PFAPA, a hyper-inflammatory condition so rare only 500 kids in the US have it. The doctor's response? "There's nothing we can do. It's not terminal, so don't worry about it."That was his red pill moment.On this episode of Ditch the Labcoat, Dr. Mark Bonta sits down with Joshua, founder and CEO of Sunstone Health, to explore what happens when families get trapped in the diagnostic odyssey. Joshua built a platform that compresses a seven-year diagnostic journey into 12 weeks by using AI to find hidden rare disease patients buried in insurance claims data.Dr. Bonta and Joshua tackle the hard questions: What happens when doctors don't know what's wrong? Why does the healthcare system fail zebra patients while teaching doctors to only look for horses? And what role does physician attitude play in solving diagnostic mysteries?If you've ever felt dismissed by the healthcare system or wondered whether AI can actually help real patients, this conversation will challenge everything you thought you knew about precision medicine and patient advocacy.Joshua Resnikoff's Website : https://www.sunstonehealth.com/Episode Takeaways1. The diagnostic odyssey for rare diseases averages 7 years—Sunstone compresses it to 12 weeks using AI and insurance claims data.2. "There's nothing we can do" isn't medical reality—it's often a failure of attitude, not knowledge or skills.3. Rare disease families are desperate for answers, making them vulnerable to predatory experimental treatments and unproven therapies.4. Health plans, not patients, are Sunstone's customers—financial incentives align when undiagnosed kids cost insurers millions in repeated ER visits.5. Doctors are taught "when you hear hoofbeats, think horses not zebras"—but 2% of hospital patients are zebras with no diagnosis after 24 hours.6. Genetic testing isn't just about diagnosis—it's about getting specialty guidance back to local doctors so families don't travel hours for care.7. Patient data ownership matters—families should control their genetic reports and medical records, not insurance companies.8. Expanding from genetic epilepsy into autism, familial hypercholesterolemia, and other rare diseases—the goal is to be infrastructure for all non-oncology genetic disease.Episode Timestamps04:11 – The Red Pill Moment: "There's Nothing We Can Do"07:07 – Building Community: From Desperation to Action11:42 – How Sunstone Works: Finding Hidden Patients in Claims Data19:22 – Seven Years to 12 Weeks: Compressing the Diagnostic Odyssey25:17 – Zebras vs. Horses: When Rare Disease Becomes Your Reality33:46 – The Attitude Problem: Why Doctors Give Up on Diagnostic Mysteries37:48 – Medical Desperation: Experimental Treatments and Predatory Care45:38 – The Future: Expanding Beyond Epilepsy into Autism and BeyondDISCLAMER >>>>>>    The Ditch Lab Coat podcast serves solely for general informational purposes and does not serve as a substitute for professional medical services such as medicine or nursing. It does not establish a doctor/patient relationship, and the use of information from the podcast or linked materials is at the user's own risk. The content does not aim to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and users should promptly seek guidance from healthcare professionals for any medical conditions.   >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Hospitals, Clinics, Universities, or any other organization associated with the host or guests.    Disclosures: Ditch The Lab Coat podcast is produced by (soundsdebatable.com) and is independent of Dr. Bonta's teaching and research roles at McMaster University, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Queens University. 

Two years ago, then-Prime Minister Justin Trudeau told parliament there was credible evidence that the Indian government was involved in the killing of a Canadian citizen, sparking a national discussion about trans-national repression, and creating serious tension between Canada and India. Since taking over as Prime Minister, Mark Carney has put in the work trying to rebuild ties, inviting India to the G7 and visiting the South Asian country on trade missions. Yet there's still no definitive answer from the Canadian government whether India is considered a security threat. Host Caryn Ceolin speaks to Amarnath Amarasingam, an associate professor at Queens University, to discuss the Carney's approach to the Canada-India relationship and the reality of security threats.  We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstory.bsky.social on Bluesky

Strangely, Friends: A History of Cuban-Canadian Encounters (Between the Lines, 2025) delves into the rich, often overlooked history of personal and cultural connections between Cubans and Canadians. From the early days of the Cuban Revolution to the present, this book uncovers the stories of Canadians who were drawn to Cuba--teachers, artists, development aid workers, filmmakers, and activists--who left an indelible mark on the island, and Cubans, especially the musicians, who found a home in Canada. Through intimate portraits and serendipitous encounters, Karen Dubinsky explores how these relationships transcended political ideologies and state policies, revealing a shared humanity that defies borders. From the classrooms of Havana to the jazz clubs of Toronto, this book captures the enduring bonds forged through music, education, and mutual curiosity, offering a fresh perspective on the power of people-to-people connections. Karen Dubinsky is Professor of History at Queens University in Canada. Katie Coldiron is Latin American & Caribbean Studies Librarian at Florida International University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Strangely, Friends: A History of Cuban-Canadian Encounters (Between the Lines, 2025) delves into the rich, often overlooked history of personal and cultural connections between Cubans and Canadians. From the early days of the Cuban Revolution to the present, this book uncovers the stories of Canadians who were drawn to Cuba--teachers, artists, development aid workers, filmmakers, and activists--who left an indelible mark on the island, and Cubans, especially the musicians, who found a home in Canada. Through intimate portraits and serendipitous encounters, Karen Dubinsky explores how these relationships transcended political ideologies and state policies, revealing a shared humanity that defies borders. From the classrooms of Havana to the jazz clubs of Toronto, this book captures the enduring bonds forged through music, education, and mutual curiosity, offering a fresh perspective on the power of people-to-people connections. Karen Dubinsky is Professor of History at Queens University in Canada. Katie Coldiron is Latin American & Caribbean Studies Librarian at Florida International University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Strangely, Friends: A History of Cuban-Canadian Encounters (Between the Lines, 2025) delves into the rich, often overlooked history of personal and cultural connections between Cubans and Canadians. From the early days of the Cuban Revolution to the present, this book uncovers the stories of Canadians who were drawn to Cuba--teachers, artists, development aid workers, filmmakers, and activists--who left an indelible mark on the island, and Cubans, especially the musicians, who found a home in Canada. Through intimate portraits and serendipitous encounters, Karen Dubinsky explores how these relationships transcended political ideologies and state policies, revealing a shared humanity that defies borders. From the classrooms of Havana to the jazz clubs of Toronto, this book captures the enduring bonds forged through music, education, and mutual curiosity, offering a fresh perspective on the power of people-to-people connections. Karen Dubinsky is Professor of History at Queens University in Canada. Katie Coldiron is Latin American & Caribbean Studies Librarian at Florida International University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/latin-american-studies

In this episode, Danielle is interviewed about her new release, Pinky Swear, by her agent and fellow author Danya Kukafka.Danielle Girard is the USA Today bestselling author of several novels, including the Annabelle Schwartzman Series and Pinky Swear. Her books have won the Barry Award, the Romantic Times Reviewers' Choice Award, and White Out was in the top 100 bestselling e-books of 2020.A graduate of Cornell University, Danielle received her MFA in Creative Writing at Queens University of Charlotte, North Carolina. When she's not traveling, Danielle lives in the mountains of Montana.Danya Kukafka is the author of the national bestseller, Notes on an Execution, which won the Edgar Award for Best Novel in 2023 and was named The New York Times Best Crime Novel of the Year. Notes on an Execution was an Indie Next Pick, a finalist for the Goodreads Choice Awards for fiction, and received a cover review in the New York Times Book Review. Her debut novel, Girl in Snow was also a national bestseller, an Indie Next Pick, and a B&N Discover pick. Both novels have been optioned for film and television, and her work has been published in more than a dozen languages worldwide. She works as a literary agent with Trellis Literary Management.Killer Women podcast is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network#podcast #author #interview #authors #KillerWomen #KillerWomenPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #killerwomen #killerwomenpodcast #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #daniellegirard #daniellegirardbooks #danyakukafka #pinkyswear #emilybestlerbooks #atriabooks

In this episode, Danielle is interviewed about her new release, Pinky Swear, by her agent and fellow author Danya Kukafka. Danielle Girard is the USA Today bestselling author of several novels, including the Annabelle Schwartzman Series and Pinky Swear. Her books have won the Barry Award, the Romantic Times Reviewers' Choice Award, and White Out was in the top 100 bestselling e-books of 2020. A graduate of Cornell University, Danielle received her MFA in Creative Writing at Queens University of Charlotte, North Carolina. When she's not traveling, Danielle lives in the mountains of Montana. Danya Kukafka is the author of the national bestseller, Notes on an Execution, which won the Edgar Award for Best Novel in 2023 and was named The New York Times Best Crime Novel of the Year. Notes on an Execution was an Indie Next Pick, a finalist for the Goodreads Choice Awards for fiction, and received a cover review in the New York Times Book Review. Her debut novel, Girl in Snow was also a national bestseller, an Indie Next Pick, and a B&N Discover pick. Both novels have been optioned for film and television, and her work has been published in more than a dozen languages worldwide. She works as a literary agent with Trellis Literary Management. Killer Women podcast is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #podcast #author #interview #authors #KillerWomen #KillerWomenPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #killerwomen #killerwomenpodcast #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #daniellegirard #daniellegirardbooks #danyakukafka #pinkyswear #emilybestlerbooks #atriabooks

USA Today bestselling author, Danielle Girard discusses her fantastic new release, PINY SWEAR. Days before her surrogate is scheduled to deliver Lexi's baby, the woman disappears. Lexi soon realizes her surrogate has been keeping secrets—ones that will threaten everything she holds dear. "Visceral, tense, and shocking…an absolute must read.—Jeneva Rose, #1 New York Times bestselling author Listen in as we chat about different forms of motherhood, the expectations society puts on women, and what special rituals she engaged in with her gal pals when she was little! https://www.mariesutro.com/twisted-passages-podcast https://www.daniellegirard.com ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Danielle Girard is the USA Today and Amazon #1 bestselling author of sixteen novels. Her books have won the Barry Award, the Romantic Times Reviewers' Choice Award, and White Out was in the top 100 bestselling e-books of 2020. In addition, two of her titles have been optioned for screen. Danielle is also the creator and host of the Killer Women Podcast where she interviews the women who write today's best crime fiction. A graduate of Cornell University, Danielle received her MFA in Creative Writing at Queens University of Charlotte, North Carolina. When she's not traveling, Danielle lives in the mountains of Montana.

AI is everywhere in healthcare conversations. This episode asks the more uncomfortable question: what is it actually doing in real hospitals, with real patients, and real constraints?Dr. Mark Bonta sits down with Dr. Joshua Liu, Co-Founder and CEO of SeamlessMD, for a clinician-first, workflow-grounded conversation about where AI delivers value today, where it still falls apart, and why “smart” tools often die quietly at implementation.They unpack why the most immediate wins are not futuristic diagnostics. They are the unglamorous bottlenecks that drain clinical bandwidth: documentation, forms, referrals, and the administrative sprawl that keeps teams stuck in the note instead of at the bedside. From there, the conversation turns to a core systems problem: insight without protocol. A model can predict risk. But if no one knows what to do with the number, nothing changes.You'll also hear a clear breakdown of “AI agents,” why trust matters more than technology, and how digital care journeys can reduce anxiety, shorten length of stay, and catch post-discharge issues earlier without flooding clinicians with noise.If you are a CMIO, CIO, clinical operations leader, surgical program director, or anyone tired of alert fatigue and “model theater,” this episode will feel uncomfortably familiar in the best way.Dr. Joshua Liu Website https://www.seamless.md/Episode Takeaways1. AI's First Impact Is Administrative, Not Diagnostic — The biggest gains today are in documentation, forms, and workflow relief, not autonomous clinical decision-making.2. Insight Without Protocol Is Noise — A risk score means nothing unless a care team has defined what to do with it.3. Healthcare Moves at the Speed of Trust — Technology adoption depends less on capability and more on clinician confidence and governance.4. AI Agents Shift from Answers to Action — Moving from chat-based support to systems that execute tasks will redefine clinical workflow.5. Eighty Percent of Patient Concerns Are Low Risk — Smart triage and education can filter noise and reduce unnecessary visits.6. Digital Care Journeys Reduce Variation — Personalized, just-in-time guidance lowers anxiety, shortens length of stay, and reduces readmissions.7. Integration Determines Survival — Tools that do not fit directly into existing EMRs and workflows will not scale.8. Execution Beats Hype — The future of AI in healthcare will be shaped by implementation, not model sophistication.Episode Timestamps01:52 – AI Boom or Bust: What Actually Changes Care03:23 – Predictive Analytics vs Documentation: The Real “Low Hanging Fruit”12:19 – What Is an AI Agent: Chatbot vs Agentic AI16:39 – The Biggest Barrier: Trust, Not Just Privacy22:27 – Why Joshua Chose Startups Over Residency: SeamlessMD Origin Story25:55 – Building Digital Care Journeys: From Surgery to “Birth to Death”30:17 – AI Inside Patient Journeys: Answers Grounded in Vetted Protocols42:03 – The Next Decade: Computer Vision, Robotics, and Physical AIDISCLAMER >>>>>>    The Ditch Lab Coat podcast serves solely for general informational purposes and does not serve as a substitute for professional medical services such as medicine or nursing. It does not establish a doctor/patient relationship, and the use of information from the podcast or linked materials is at the user's own risk. The content does not aim to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and users should promptly seek guidance from healthcare professionals for any medical conditions.   >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Hospitals, Clinics, Universities, or any other organization associated with the host or guests.    Disclosures: Ditch The Lab Coat podcast is produced by (soundsdebatable.com) and is independent of Dr. Bonta's teaching and research roles at McMaster University, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Queens University. 

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356: AI Without Overwhelm: 4 Insights Nonprofit Leaders Can Use Now (Mary Gallivan)Episode SummaryAI is already reshaping how nonprofit teams work, and leaders who avoid it risk falling behind. In this episode, Mary Gallivan, Founder of Joyline Consulting, shares a practical, nonprofit-centered approach to adopting generative AI without fear or overwhelm. Drawing on more than 25 years of experience across fundraising, operations, grant management, and partnership development, Mary explains why AI literacy is quickly becoming a workplace expectation, why adoption is primarily a people and change management challenge, and how clear guardrails can actually speed progress. She offers simple, actionable steps for getting started, from picking one tool and creating a login to using prompts for faster first drafts, better tone, and more time for the human relationships that build trust and impact.About MaryMary Gallivan, MBA, helps nonprofits and mission-driven small businesses build sustainable capacity by improving how work actually gets done. As the founder of Joyline Consulting, she serves as a capacity partner to leaders and teams, helping them improve operations, adopt AI and modern tools, and implement practical systems that reduce friction, increase effectiveness, and support long-term sustainability. Her work is especially focused on organizations navigating growth, change, or tool overload who want hands-on support, not just strategy decks. Prior to founding Joyline, Mary held leadership roles at CNM Ingenuity, CCS Fundraising, Foundation For The Carolinas, E4E Relief, and the Jimmie Johnson Foundation. She holds a BA from Duke University and an MBA from Queens University and has completed multiple leadership fellowships and civic leadership programs.ResourcesMary Gallivan on LinkedinJoyline Consulting WebsiteEveryday AI One Pager (tips, guardrails, and starter guidance)SkillPop, Everyday AIBook: Zingerman's Guide to Giving Great ServiceFollow Your Path to Nonprofit LeadershipLearn more about the PMA and Armstrong McGuire merger

Morri Creech is the winner of the 2025 Rattle Poetry Prize. He is the author of four collections of poetry, most recently The Sentence. His book Field Knowledge (Waywiser, 2006) received the Anthony Hecht Poetry prize and was nominated for both the Los Angeles Times Book Award and the Poet's Prize. The Sleep of Reason was a 2014 finalist for the Pulitzer Prize. A recipient of NEA and Ruth Lilly Fellowships, as well as grants from the North Carolina and Louisiana Arts councils, he is the Writer in Residence at Queens University of Charlotte, where he teaches courses in both the undergraduate creative writing program and in the low residency M.F.A. program. He lives in Charlotte, North Carolina with his wife and two children. Find more at his website: https://www.morricreech.com/ As always, we'll also include the live Prompt Lines for responses to our weekly prompt. Submit your poems through Submittable by midnight Sunday for a chance to be invited: https://rattle.submittable.com/submit/269309/rattlecast-prompt-poems-online For links to all the past episodes, visit: https://www.rattle.com/page/rattlecast/ This Week's Prompt: Quick! Write a poem that moves fast. Include as many unique verbs as possible. Next Week's Prompt: Write a poem that examines a surprising aspect of a job you otherwise generally love to do. The Rattlecast livestreams on YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter, then becomes an audio podcast. Find it on iTunes, Spotify, or anywhere else you get your podcasts.

Welcome back to Ditch the Labcoat for our 100th episode. Today we tackle a challenge that touches millions yet remains widely misunderstood: falls and balance loss in aging adults.Host Dr. Mark Bonta sits down with Dan Metcalfe, Founder and CEO of Born SuperHuman and Total Balance Company, to challenge the dangerous assumption that falling is just "part of getting older." They reveal how falls are actually the number one cause of death in older adults, not because bodies weaken, but because the brain-to-body connection deteriorates when we stop challenging our neurological systems. Dan shares groundbreaking insights from training over 70,000 people, explaining why traditional strength training misses the mark and how proper balance work can add eight years of quality life.Drawing from his own journey from paralysis after a stage accident to competing in Ironman races following partial brain death, Dan explains the neuroscience behind balance, fear, and movement. He breaks down how the cerebellum, the pyramis, and neuroplasticity work together, why "muscle memory" is actually neuron memory, and how mental rehearsal can be as powerful as physical practice. Most importantly, he offers practical, accessible strategies anyone can use to prevent falls and reclaim independence.Dr. Metcalfe shares transformative stories, from Bob Eubanks going from wheelchair-bound to running at 79, to his own mother returning to line dancing after a stroke. They explore why static balance tests fail us, how fear creates the very falls we're trying to avoid, and why playing like a kid again might be the most powerful longevity tool we're ignoring.If you've ever worried about losing your independence, watched a loved one shuffle in fear, or wondered whether aging really means slowing down, you won't want to miss this evidence-based, hope-filled conversation.Dan Metcalfe's Links : http://totalbalancecompany.com/ & https://bornsuperhuman.com/Episode Takeaways1. Falls Are Preventable, Not Inevitable – Falls are the number one cause of death in older adults, but they're caused by lost brain-body connection, not aging itself.2. Balance Is Brain-Led, Not Body-Built – Traditional strength training misses the point. Balance comes from neurological pathways, not muscle strength.3. Muscle Memory Doesn't Exist – What we call muscle memory is actually neuron memory. The brain fires signals to muscles through repetitive neural pathways.4. Fear Creates the Falls We're Trying to Avoid – The pyramis in the cerebellum holds movement fear memories, causing the cautious shuffle that increases fall risk.5. Static Balance Tests Are Misleading – Standing on one leg without moving only uses three brain regions. Real balance requires dynamic movement engaging 18+ brain areas.6. Better Balance Adds Eight Years of Quality Life – French study of 1,300 women proved those in the top 30% for balance lived eight years longer with better function.7. Play Like a Kid to Age Well – Swinging, hopping, side-stepping, and playful movement maintain the neurological connections built in childhood.8. We're Born to Heal at Any Age – From Olympic athletes to centenarians, the brain's ability to rewire through neuroplasticity never stops if we challenge it.Episode Timestamps02:03 – Falls: The Silent Epidemic in Aging04:02 – Balance Isn't About Age, It's About Brain Connection06:41 – From Paralysis to Performance: Dan's Story11:39 – The Muscle Memory Myth: It's All Neurons16:40 – The Pyramis and Fear: How Your Brain Stops You26:06 – Visualization and Mental Rehearsal Power33:52 – Prevention Over Treatment: Move Like a Kid Again50:54 – Born to Heal: Unlocking Your Superhuman PotentialDISCLAMER >>>>>>    The Ditch Lab Coat podcast serves solely for general informational purposes and does not serve as a substitute for professional medical services such as medicine or nursing. It does not establish a doctor/patient relationship, and the use of information from the podcast or linked materials is at the user's own risk. The content does not aim to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and users should promptly seek guidance from healthcare professionals for any medical conditions.   >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Hospitals, Clinics, Universities, or any other organization associated with the host or guests.    Disclosures: Ditch The Lab Coat podcast is produced by (soundsdebatable.com) and is independent of Dr. Bonta's teaching and research roles at McMaster University, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Queens University. 

In today's episode, I'm chatting with Mustafa Ansari, Director of Marketing of Toronto Business Development Centre (TBDC), who's made it a personal mission to get more immigrants into trucking and the skilled trades.Mustafa moved from Pakistan to Canada in 2018. After completing his master's degree at Smith School of Business, Queens University, he couldn't find a job in his preferred industry; economic development. So he bounced around a few temporary and contract jobs, and eventually took a junior social media position at TBDC just to get his foot in the door. They then handed him two industries that had zero creative marketing and no public appeal (trucking and skilled trades) and told him to go figure it out. And Mustafa went on a roll.----------Mustafa and I chat about: Why some of the most overlooked careers in Canada might be the smartest career choices for immigrantsThe myths that pervade the skilled trades sector Why he disagrees with the perception that skilled trades are for people who couldn't make it elsewhereUsing video game design principles on the TBDC career websiteHis advice to his younger self if he were to make the immigration journey again----------Dozie's NotesA few things that struck me as I listened through this week's conversation:Women are often told these industries aren't for them. The women inside say otherwise. Mustafa and his team at TBDC now run women-focused programs where they invite other women practitioners to come share their stories and possible pathways to joining the industry.Field trips have done wonders for getting people interested. Mustafa got tired of watching people fall asleep or look glazed during bootcamps. Now he gets them talking directly to people in the industry, riding along in the truck, joining "show-me-how-you-do-it" workshops. We need to find a way to make these jobs cool. The public image is costing everyone. People don't realize that their are companies in these industries that are properly organized, have well-run HR departments, and growth paths to executive roles. The perception is stuck in an older era. And until that changes, the talent gap keeps widening.A three to five week course can change everything. You don't need a four-year degree or have tens of thousands of dollars stashed away for tuition. A few weeks of training, pass the test, and you're earning. As an apprentice, you also make money while you learn.----------Official Links✅ Connect with Mustafa Ansari on LinkedIn✅ Read the Starter Guide to Skilled Trades for Newcomers in OntarioOne AskIf you found this story helpful, please consider sharing it with one immigrant you know.

In this episode of Ditch the Labcoat, Dr. Mark Bonta does something different. For the first time on the podcast, he speaks with a former patient.Nora Rabah Rodden joins the show not as a clinician, but as someone who lived for years with debilitating symptoms that medicine couldn't explain or fix. Despite normal tests and repeated reassurance, her pain, GI symptoms, fatigue, and nervous system distress persisted. What she encountered instead was a gap in care. Not a lack of effort, but a lack of framework.Nora shares how learning about neuroplasticity and nervous system patterning finally gave her symptoms context. Not imagined. Not psychological. Learned, reinforced, and reversible. That experience became the foundation for why she later co-founded Nervana.Together, they explore why so many patients are dismissed once serious disease is ruled out, how threat signaling and conditioned responses can keep the body stuck in symptoms, and why telling patients “nothing is wrong” is often the most harmful message of all. The conversation breaks down the science of neuroplastic recovery in plain language, while staying honest about its limits and responsibilities.This episode is about what happens when medicine runs out of explanations, and what becomes possible when we stop treating unexplained symptoms as a dead end and start treating the nervous system as something that can learn, adapt, and heal.Nora's Link : https://www.trynervana.com/Episode Takeaways 1. Patient Experience Matters: Normal tests do not equal normal lives. Symptoms can persist even when disease is ruled out.2. Neuroplastic Symptoms Are Real: Learned nervous system patterns can drive pain, GI distress, fatigue, and insomnia without structural damage.3. “Nothing Is Wrong” Is Harmful: Reassurance without explanation often deepens fear, confusion, and isolation.4. Symptoms Can Be Learned and Unlearned: The brain adapts quickly, for better or worse, and those patterns are reversible.5. This Is Not Psychosomatic: Neuroplastic recovery is grounded in neuroscience, not imagination or positive thinking.6. Awareness Changes Identity: When patients stop identifying with symptoms, recovery often begins.7. Recovery Is Gradual, Not Dramatic: Progress usually looks subtle, steady, and cumulative rather than sudden.8. Lived Experience Can Build Better Care: Nora's recovery is why Nervana exists, to close the gap medicine often leaves behind.Episode Timestamps04:18 – Why This Episode Is Different: The First Patient Voice08:36 – When Tests Are Normal but Symptoms Are Not13:09 – The Gap Between Disease and Dysfunction18:52 – Neuroplasticity Explained Without the Jargon24:35 – Why “Nothing Is Wrong” Can Be Harmful30:13 – How the Nervous System Learns Symptoms36:56 – What Recovery Actually Looks Like in Practice43:14 – Turning Lived Experience Into a Care FrameworkDISCLAMER >>>>>>    The Ditch Lab Coat podcast serves solely for general informational purposes and does not serve as a substitute for professional medical services such as medicine or nursing. It does not establish a doctor/patient relationship, and the use of information from the podcast or linked materials is at the user's own risk. The content does not aim to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and users should promptly seek guidance from healthcare professionals for any medical conditions.   >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Hospitals, Clinics, Universities, or any other organization associated with the host or guests.    Disclosures: Ditch The Lab Coat podcast is produced by (soundsdebatable.com) and is independent of Dr. Bonta's teaching and research roles at McMaster University, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Queens University. 

Send us a textLT goes one-on-one with Queens University Men's Basketball Coach as we talk all things Royals basketball and what is the recipe behind it? We take a deep dive into the current landscape of college basketball while discussing sweaters and watch out Coach Kampe. Coach Leonard is a blast and really solid episode! Check out the Queens U Royals in the exciting Atlantic Sun Conference on this weeks Full Court Press : A College Basketball Coaches Show powered by the Full Court Network.SUBSCRIBE to the Full Court Press YOU TUBE channel:https://www.youtube.com/@FullCourtNetworkJOIN AND SUBSCRIBE THE FULL COURT NETWORK SUBSTACK PAGE:https://fullcourtnetwork.substack.com/

In this live video chat recorded Friday, Jan. 15, 2026, Charlotte Ledger reporters discuss some of their coverage from the week:* Development plans for the Manor Theatre site in Eastover* Workplace trends in 2026, such as AI and “job-hugging”* An interview with new LendingTree CEO Scott Peyree — on plans for the company and how he found out about the death of predecessor Doug Lebda* How historic designation plans might slow approval of the toll lanes on I-77 south of uptown* Elon University's plans for a law school at Queens University of Charlotte* Drake Maye and his wife, Ann Michael Maye, receive national attention — him for football, her for baking videos on TikTok* Why John Stamos was in Mooresville… and more!Need to sign up for this e-newsletter? We offer a free version, as well as paid memberships for full access to all 6 of our local newsletters:The Charlotte Ledger is a locally owned media company that delivers smart and essential news. We strive for fairness and accuracy and will correct all known errors. The content reflects the independent editorial judgment of The Charlotte Ledger. Any advertising, paid marketing or sponsored content will be clearly labeled.◼️ About The Ledger • Our Team • Website◼️ Newsletters • Podcast • Newcomer Guide • A Better You email series◼️ Subscribe • Sponsor • Events Board • Merch Store • Manage Your Account◼️ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, Substack Notes This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit charlotteledger.substack.com/subscribe

Dr. Ford Brewer's story is not about hacks or shortcuts. It is about a physician who left the adrenaline of the emergency department to confront a quieter, more uncomfortable reality. Most of the heart attacks and strokes he saw should never have happened. At Hopkins, in public health, and later in his own practice, he realized how profoundly our future health is shaped by habits that feel small in the moment and by metabolic problems that remain invisible for decades.In this conversation, we unpack what “test, do not guess” really looks like in real life. We talk about the epidemic of undiagnosed prediabetes, why fasting glucose and A1C miss so much disease, and how an old school oral glucose tolerance test can reveal what is really happening under the surface. Dr. Brewer explains continuous glucose monitors, why leg muscle acts like an internal safety valve for high blood sugar, and how small “exercise snacks” can protect you more than heroic gym bursts. We dig into the GLP 1 craze, the politics of food guidelines, and the uncomfortable reality that some systems profit from people staying sick.So whether you are a clinician, a patient who has been told your labs are “fine,” or someone who simply wants to stay out of the cath lab in your 50s, this episode is a sharp reset. It will change how you think about carbs, muscle, and “normal aging,” and it will give you tangible ways to take back agency over your metabolism. Plug in and see what happens when prevention stops being boring advice and becomes a clear plan for protecting the decades ahead.Ford Brewer MD MPH's Links : YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmoEsq6a6ePXxgZeA4CVrUw  Website : https://drfordbrewermd.com/Episode Takeaways 1. Building Better Habits – Long term health depends far more on daily routines than on motivation or willpower. Action beats intention every time.2. Discomfort Drives Growth – Improvement requires stepping outside comfort zones. Sustainable prevention often starts with doing what you do not feel like doing.3. Prevention Is Undervalued – Preventive medicine is dismissed as boring, yet most chronic disease stems from issues that could have been avoided years earlier.4. Prediabetes Is Everywhere – With half the population showing signs of impaired glucose control, early metabolic testing should be a universal priority.5. A1C Is Not Enough – Standard labs miss a large percentage of metabolic disease. Old school glucose tolerance testing reveals problems long before symptoms appear.6. CGMs Change Behavior – Real time glucose feedback helps people finally understand how food and activity affect their bodies and motivates true habit change.7. Muscle Protects Metabolism – Strong, active leg muscles act as metabolic engines that help control glucose spikes and support long term vascular health.8. Food Systems Shape Disease – Big Food, outdated guidelines, and institutional incentives influence what people eat and directly contribute to chronic illness.Episode Timestamps 00:02:32 — Meet Dr. Kang Hsu, Chief Medical Officer of Canary Speech00:03:44 — How voice became medicine: the story behind Canary Speech00:04:29 — Why this conversation matters to clinicians and patients alike00:05:05 — Making science accessible: breaking down complex ideas00:06:59 — Behind the mic: how each episode comes together00:07:59 — Keeping it real: refining, revising, and staying authentic00:09:00 — Can your voice reveal your health? The rise of vocal biomarkers00:13:00 — From telehealth to wearables: real-world applications00:19:00 — The uphill climb: innovation vs. healthcare resistance00:25:00 — The road ahead: what the future of voice in medicine could look like00:31:00 — Closing thoughts and a glimpse into what's nextDISCLAMER >>>>>>    The Ditch Lab Coat podcast serves solely for general informational purposes and does not serve as a substitute for professional medical services such as medicine or nursing. It does not establish a doctor/patient relationship, and the use of information from the podcast or linked materials is at the user's own risk. The content does not aim to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and users should promptly seek guidance from healthcare professionals for any medical conditions.   >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Hospitals, Clinics, Universities, or any other organization associated with the host or guests.    Disclosures: Ditch The Lab Coat podcast is produced by (soundsdebatable.com) and is independent of Dr. Bonta's teaching and research roles at McMaster University, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Queens University. 

Ryan Lavoie, Tom Peavy and Brooks Childress breakdown the latest departures from Auburn Football into the portal and recap Auburn basketball's win over Queens University. Enjoy this Tuesday edition of SportsCall!!! 0:58 - Show Open 10:24 - Auburn Football Portal 25:54 - Phone Calls 49:47 - Hour 2 Open 50:40 - Phone Calls 1:10:02 - AUMBB vs. Queens U 1:27:20 - Busch Light Birthdays in Sports 1:35:14 - Hour 3 Open 1:35:47 - Phone Calls 2:12:17 - CFP Quarterfinals Preview

In this special New Year's Eve solo episode, Dr. Mark Bonta steps away from the guest format to reflect on a landmark year for Ditch the Labcoat and to share where the show is headed next.After surpassing 50 episodes and approaching episode 100, Dr. Bonta looks back on how the podcast evolved in 2025. What started as a more traditional interview-style medical show has grown into deeper, more philosophical conversations about performance, longevity, mental health, neuroplastic symptoms, and the human side of healthcare.Using a surprising year-end analytics insight from his recording platform, he explores why the word “athlete” became one of the most frequently used terms on the show, and what that reveals about how healthcare, high performance, parenting, and recovery intersect. He also shares a candid and self-aware resolution for 2026, including how small environmental changes can shape better habits both personally and professionally.Looking ahead, Dr. Bonta outlines meaningful shifts for the podcast in 2026. Expect fewer episodes, greater depth, clearer thematic focus, and more intentional preparation to better honor guests and their work. He also highlights future areas of exploration, including neuroplastic and invisible illnesses, long COVID, chronic fatigue, high-performance mindsets, and the role of technology and AI in improving care.The episode closes with a deeply personal reflection on caregiving. A simple moment at home caring for his daughter leads to a broader meditation on touch, nursing, administrative burden, burnout, and why “caring” remains the most essential and fragile element of modern healthcare.This episode is both a thank-you to listeners and a statement of purpose for the year ahead.Mark Bonta's Links : https://ditchthelabcoat.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-bonta-/ Episode Takeaway 1. Healthcare as Performance: Why the Athlete Mindset Keeps Appearing — Recovery, sleep, nutrition, and training principles apply far beyond elite sports.2. Filler Words Reveal Thinking: What “So” Says About Deep Conversation — Pauses often signal reflection, curiosity, and cognitive processing, not incompetence.3. Behavior Change Starts at Home: Environment Shapes Outcomes — The easiest habits are the ones your surroundings make unavoidable.4. Longevity Is Not Biohacking: It's Consistency Over Intensity — Sustainable routines outperform extreme interventions every time.5. Quality Over Quantity: Fewer Episodes, Deeper Impact — Better preparation and focus create more meaningful learning for listeners.6. Invisible Illnesses Are Real: When Scans Don't Explain Suffering — Neuroplastic symptoms demand credibility, nuance, and evidence-based care.7. Administrative Burden Erodes Care: Documentation Steals Time From Healing — Systems often pull clinicians away from the bedside.8. Burnout's Red Flag: When Caring Disappears — Loss of empathy is a warning sign that support and reflection are urgently needed.Episode Timestamps05:08 – Why “Athlete” Became One of the Most Used Words on the Show07:27 – The Most Commonly Used Word on Ditch the Labcoat (And Why It Matters)09:44 – Setting Yourself Up for Success: Habits, Environment, and Behavior Change11:39 – Longevity Lessons from Athletes and Everyday Life14:02 – Quality Over Quantity: How the Podcast Evolves in 202617:25 – Neuroplastic and Invisible Illnesses: What Medicine Still Misses19:25 – Caregiving, Touch, and the Administrative Burden of Modern Medicine24:15 – Burnout, Red Flags, and the Importance of Never Stopping CaringDISCLAMER >>>>>>    The Ditch Lab Coat podcast serves solely for general informational purposes and does not serve as a substitute for professional medical services such as medicine or nursing. It does not establish a doctor/patient relationship, and the use of information from the podcast or linked materials is at the user's own risk. The content does not aim to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and users should promptly seek guidance from healthcare professionals for any medical conditions.   >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Hospitals, Clinics, Universities, or any other organization associated with the host or guests.    Disclosures: Ditch The Lab Coat podcast is produced by (soundsdebatable.com) and is independent of Dr. Bonta's teaching and research roles at McMaster University, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Queens University. 

348: Holiday Rewind: 4 Ways to Advance Your Nonprofit LeadershipWhat are you doing - intentionally - to move closer to your nonprofit leadership goals?In this Holiday Rewind of solo episode #159, Patton revisits four practical, evergreen ways nonprofit leaders can reflect, refocus, and move forward in their leadership journey. Whether you're early in your career, preparing for your next step, or refining your impact as a senior leader, these four elements provide a simple framework for year-end reflection and year-ahead momentum.Special thanks to our friends from TowneBank and Armstrong McGuire for supporting this podcast on its way to 350 Episodes next month!The Four Elements1. Sharpen Your Vision Framework. Clarity fuels progress. Revisit where you want to be in three to five years and define the kind of leader you want to become, not just the title you want to hold. A clear vision helps you evaluate opportunities, say no with confidence, and align daily work with long-term goals.2. Practice Self-Assessment. Growth starts with honest reflection. Regularly assess your strengths, skill gaps, leadership style, and readiness for greater responsibility. Seek feedback, reflect on recent experiences, and use that insight to guide your development priorities.  There were 10 Skills back in Episode #159, but the Mastermind Program now features 12!3. Utilize Strategic Networking. Relationships don't happen by accident. Be intentional about building a diverse network of peers, mentors, and sponsors who can challenge your thinking, open doors, and support your growth. Strategic networking is about mutual value, not transactions.4. Curate Knowledge. You don't need to know everything, but you do need to keep learning. Be selective about the books, podcasts, conferences, and conversations that shape your thinking. Curated learning keeps you relevant, reflective, and ready for what's next.About PattonPatton McDowell is a nonprofit leadership coach, consultant, author, and podcast host with more than 30 years of experience helping leaders and organizations thrive. He is the founder of PMA Nonprofit Leadership, where he works with emerging, mid-career, and senior nonprofit professionals through coaching, training, and strategic planning. Before launching PMA in 2009, Patton served as Vice President for University Advancement at Queens University of Charlotte and previously as Vice Chancellor for University Advancement at UNC Wilmington, where he was the youngest vice chancellor in the UNC system. Earlier in his career, he held leadership roles with Special Olympics North Carolina and Special Olympics International. Patton holds a bachelor's degree from UNC Chapel Hill where he was a Morehead Scholar, an MBA from the McColl School of Business at Queens, and a doctorate in Organizational Change and Leadership from the University of Southern California. He is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), a Master Trainer for AFP, host of the weekly podcast Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, and author of the book of the same name.Other Solo Episodes by PattonEpisode #56 – 10 Essential Skills & Experiences for Nonprofit LeadershipEpisode #78 – 5 Ways to Build Your Professional Development PlanEpisode #13 – Build a Personal Strategic Plan That WorksAre you ready for a Mastermind?

In this episode, Dr. Mark Bonta sits down with pediatrician and medical journalist Dr. Alok Patel to unpack what it really means to keep kids healthy in a chaotic healthcare system and a distracted digital world. Starting with a story about Mark's nine year old getting injured at hockey, they dive into how parents can respond to injuries and illness without panicking, how to check your own emotions first, and when a situation truly belongs in the emergency department versus urgent care or a clinic visit.Drawing on his frontline pediatric experience, Dr. Patel breaks down practical red flags for parents to watch for, like increased work of breathing or changes in mental status, and explains why ER waits feel so brutal yet often reflect deeper system issues like staffing and bed shortages. He shares behind the scenes stories from “The Pitt” and his work on the official HBO companion podcast, highlighting how accurately the show captures social determinants of health and the emotional reality of modern emergency care.From there, the conversation moves into vaccines, flu season, and the very human fact that even doctors sometimes struggle to follow all their own advice. Mark and Alok talk candidly about phones, social media, Roblox, and why today's kids are essentially part of a live experiment in screen exposure. They close with a focus on what actually protects kids long term: safe, nonjudgmental adults, honest conversations about mental health, limits around screens, and a home environment that values connection over perfection.Dr. Alok Patel's https://www.alokpatelmd.com/Episode Takeaways1. Parent First, Patient Second: Kids borrow their reaction from you, so the first step in any injury or illness is to calm your own emotions before you decide what to do.2. ER vs Clinic: Not every vomit, bump, or fever is life threatening, and learning when to use urgent care or outpatient clinics can spare families long, stressful ER waits.3. Triage Reality Check: Emergency departments prioritize the sickest patients first, which means long waits for minor issues are frustrating but often a sign the system is doing its job.4. Medicine Behind the Camera: The Pit shows how accurate medical details can sit in the background while stories focus on the real emotional chaos of patients, families, and staff.5. Social Determinants in Real Time: Two kids with the same diagnosis can have completely different outcomes depending on housing, income, family support, and access to care.6. Doctors Are Human Too: Even physicians miss flu shots, struggle with habits, or feel guilty, which can actually make their public health messages more relatable, not less credible.7. Screens and Social Media: The real risk is not one device but a constant digital environment that shapes brain development, sleep, self esteem, and social skills in ways we are only starting to understand.8. Safe Adults Save Lives: The most powerful protection for teens is a nonjudgmental adult who listens, normalizes hard conversations, and gives kids a place to bring their worst thoughts without fear.Episode Timestamps02:06 – Hockey Rink Medicine: How Doctors Triage Their Own Kids04:07 – Parents First: Calming Yourself Before You React to Injury06:50 – ER, Urgent Care, or Clinic: How to Decide Where Your Child Belongs09:37 – Waiting Room Reality: Triage, Delays, and Why Sickest Kids Go First12:34 – Inside “The Pit”: TV Emergency Medicine, Accuracy, and Chaos24:50 – Flu Shots, Doctor Guilt, and Why Practice Often Lags Advice31:06 – Kids, Phones, and Social Media: The Live Experiment on Their Brains37:08 – Teen Mental Health Red Flags: Subtle Signs and Safe Adult Spaces >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Hospitals, Clinics, Universities, or any other organization associated with the host or guests.    Disclosures: Ditch The Lab Coat podcast is produced by (soundsdebatable.com) and is independent of Dr. Bonta's teaching and research roles at McMaster University, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Queens University. 

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How are you reviewing and looking at your company financials? Do you look at them? Our guest today is Cassmer Ward,who shares with us insights to stop chasing "the one" financial report you must have as a leader.TODAY'S WIN-WIN:Stop chasing the “one report to rule them all."LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. You can visit our guest's website at: https://cassmerward.com/https://nexagy.com/Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:  https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/Connect with our guest on social:https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassmerward/https://www.youtube.com/@NexagyEducationhttps://www.tiktok.com/@cassmerhwardhttps://www.instagram.com/cassmer_ward/https://www.facebook.com/CassmerWardhttps://x.com/cassmerwardABOUT OUR GUEST:Cassmer Ward is a Financial Executive and business educator with over 20 years of experience in accounting, operational strategy, and entrepreneurship. He works with clients across industries to uncover the key drivers of growth and financial health. As an adjunct instructor at Queens University's McColl School of Business, he's known for translating complex business concepts into engaging, accessible formats including his book How Much Does It Cost to Make a Donut? and an online “Netflix-style” entrepreneurship course. With a background in Accounting, Management Information Systems, and Strategic Leadership, Cass combines financial acumen with creative problem-solving to guide both business owners and students toward smarter decisions and sustainable growth. ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.