The Long Call

In this episode, MDK sits down with Dr. Margaret Rush to unpack one of the most talked-about - but perhaps most nebulous - parts of training: mentorship. From finding your first mentor to building a m...

20 Apr 26min

In this solo episode, MDK reflects on the role of organization in residency; not as perfection, but as a tool for clarity and sustainability, sharing simple strategies to manage tasks, tame the inbox,...

30 Mars 15min

Join us as we chat with a current fellow about the realities of doing research during residency. She shares about choosing projects, finding the right mentor, balancing research with clinical work, an...

16 Mars 27min

We're unpacking what leadership looks like in residency, and why you’re probably already leading more than you may realize. From informal influence on busy call nights to formal committee roles, we ex...

2 Mars 28min

In this episode we sit down with Dr. DaCarla Albright for an honest conversation about what actually can help improve trainee well-being. Moving beyond eye-roll–inducing initiatives, we explore what r...

23 Feb 31min

Wellness events don’t cure burnout - but they can build community, reduce isolation, and create moments of humanity in a demanding system. In this episode, we unpack why wellness initiatives sometimes...

16 Feb 21min

Residency is stressful, and as we've discussed, burnout is common. But in this episode, we explore how to recognize when struggles may be more than burnout. We discuss early warning signs, when to see...

9 Feb 17min

Winter in residency can feel especially heavy — short days, long hours, mounting expectations, and very little sunlight in between. In this episode, we name why winter burnout is real (and not a perso...

2 Feb 19min