Best CAA Conversations Podcasts (2025)

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38 - How Resilience Shapes Healthcare | Pete Breitinger, PA-C 33:33

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Pete Breitinger's journey to respected PA educator spans more than three decades and reveals the profound human connections at the heart of healthcare. What begins as a candid reflection on his unexpected path into medicine transforms into a masterclass on resilience, advocacy, and equity in patient care. When Pete shares stories from his years in …

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Private Aviation’s New Reality: Silver Air CEO Jason Middleton on Ownership Shifts, MRO Challenges, and ATC Reform 37:00

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In this episode of the Aviation Pros Podcast, Airport Business Editor Joe Petrie speaks with Jason Middleton, CEO of Silver Air Private Jets and soon-to-be member of NBAA’s Regulatory Committee.By AviationPros

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Zbig: The Life and Legacy of Zbigniew Brzezinski 23:57

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In this episode, Ambassador Jim Rosapepe moderates a conversation with Ambassador Mark Brzezinski, son of the late Zbigniew Brzezinski, to discuss Edward Luce’s new biography Zbig: The Life of Zbigniew Brzezinski, America’s Great Power Prophet. Together, they reflect on Brzezinski’s extraordinary journey from Polish immigrant to one of America’s mo…

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37 - Quality of Life vs. Medical Protocol: A Social Worker's Perspective | Catherine Moore, LCSW 27:51

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The medical world often focuses on protocols and procedures, but what happens when a patient's quality of life conflicts with the "safest" option? Catherine Moore, a licensed clinical social worker and creator of the top-performing Social Workers, Rise! podcast, who's worked in settings from hospice to ICUs, joins us to explore this crucial interse…

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Global Roadmap for Advanced Air Mobility Certification Sets New Course for eVTOL Integration 26:58

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The race to bring advanced air mobility (AAM) to market just hit a new gear. In this episode of the AviationPros Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Joe Petrie speaks with Jennifer Trock, Partner at Morgan Lewis, about the groundbreaking roadmap released by the National Aviation Authorities (NAA) Network—a multinational effort by the U.S., UK, Canada, Austral…

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36 - When Care Means More Than Medicine | Dr. Nekaiya Jacobs Pratt, MD 29:58

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What happens when a physician notices something seemingly small but deeply meaningful missing from patient care? Dr. Nekaiya Jacobs Pratt, a pediatric critical care physician, transformed hospital culture by addressing a gap that affected her patients with textured hair. During the isolating days of the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Kay found herself ques…

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How Departures Aviation is Using VR and AI to Improve Training and Customer Service 31:15

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Ground Support Worldwide Editor Jenny Lescohier talks with Gary Nunley, CEO of Departures Aviation, about how the company is incorporating the latest technology in its employee training. The Philadelphia-based cabin cleaning firm believes an empowered workforce is best able to provide the highest quality customer service, thereby ensuring greater s…

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California on the World Stage: A Conversation with Lt. Governor Eleni Kounalakis 36:14

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In this episode of American Ambassadors Live!, Ambassador Jim Rosapepe sits down with Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis of California—former U.S. Ambassador to Hungary—for a wide-ranging conversation on diplomacy, domestic leadership, and California’s evolving role on the global stage. From her experiences confronting authoritarianism abroad to …

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35 - Medicine Without Borders: What global healthcare perspectives reveal about American medicine | Dr. Gregory Adaka 30:23

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What happens when a physician practices medicine across three different continents? Dr. Gregory Adaka's remarkable journey from Nigeria to the UK to the United States reveals surprising truths about global healthcare that every medical professional should consider. Born in Manchester and raised in Nigeria, Dr. Adaka's path to emergency medicine beg…

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Inside the World's First Aviation Executive MBA: How CU Denver Is Reshaping Leadership for a Complex Industry 38:48

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In this episode of the AviationPros Podcast, we sit down with Dr. David Chandler, Associate Dean of Executive Programs at the University of Colorado Denver, to discuss the world’s first Executive MBA designed specifically for the aviation ecosystem. Developed in partnership with Denver International Airport, this 18-month hybrid program is redefini…

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34 - From Heartbeats to Handshakes: A Physician's Journey Through 30 Years of Medicine | Dr. Kipp Van Camp 24:29

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What happens when medicine loses its humanity? Dr. Kipp's powerful new book "Heartbeats and Handshakes" offers a rare and intimate look at what it truly means to be a physician - from the terrifying first code blue as a medical student to the wisdom gained through 30 years of clinical practice. Dr. Kipp takes us behind closed doors to reveal the pr…

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How Airports Are Using Spatial Intelligence to Improve Flow and Revenue 29:05

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How can smart signage, indoor navigation, and location-based alerts turn traveler frustration into revenue growth? Andrew Dallmann from Acuity’s Spatial Intelligence group shares how airports like DFW and Heathrow are tackling the most persistent traveler complaints with tech that enhances passenger flow, supports overextended staff, and increases …

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33 - Why becoming a CAA might be your perfect career | Sally Hoang, CAA 26:36

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What began as a pre-med journey toward orthopedic surgery took an unexpected turn when Sally Hoang, CAA discovered the immediate impact and work-life balance offered by a career in anesthesia care. With remarkable candor, Sally Hoang walks us through her typical 16-hour shift—from arriving at 6:30 AM to set up medications and equipment, to meeting …

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How Bradley International Airport Is Expanding Without Debt: A Conversation with CAA CEO Michael Shea 27:53

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In this episode of the AviationPros Podcast by Airport Business, we speak with Michael Shea, Executive Director and CEO of the Connecticut Airport Authority, about how Bradley International Airport is navigating growth and modernization with financial discipline. From securing over $186 million in federal grants to expanding terminal facilities and…

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32 - Beyond Traditional Psychiatry: Faith, Storytelling, and Human Connection | Dr. Michael Broukhim 25:11

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Dr. Michael Broukhim shatters psychiatric norms with remarkable results, proudly owning his identity as the "anti-psychiatrist psychiatrist." Our conversation reveals why this integrative practitioner achieves what many consider impossible: helping patients recover completely from conditions typically labeled as chronic. The heart of Dr. Broukhim's…

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31 - Laughter is the Best Medicine: How Humor Helps one ER Nurse | Brock Kemp, RN 27:40

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Imagine walking into a hospital room, stethoscope in hand, only to have patients immediately assume you're the doctor simply because you're a man. For Brock Kemp, this scenario plays out regularly as a male nurse navigating a predominantly female profession. But these misconceptions are just the beginning of his fascinating journey through healthca…

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How Airports Can Solve Overcrowding and Elevate the Passenger Experience with Premium Services and Smarter Design 30:38

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In this episode of AviationPros Podcast, Chris Gwilliam, SVP of Global Business Development at Airport Dimensions, breaks down findings from the new Airport Experience 2025 (AX25) report. With 66% of travelers saying airports are more crowded than two years ago, the episode explores how terminals can adapt by optimizing underused space, introducing…

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Reflections on U.S.-Brazil Relations and Diplomatic Service - Ambassador Elizabeth Bagley 57:26

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Ambassadors Roundtable with Ambassador Elizabeth Frawley Bagley Reflections on U.S.-Brazil Relations and Diplomatic Service Join us for a special edition of our Ambassador Briefing Series as we welcome home Ambassador Elizabeth Frawley Bagley, who concluded her service as the United States Ambassador to Brazil under President Joe Biden’s administra…

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30 - Saving Lives from Above: The Amazing World of Critical Care Flight Medicine | Sophie Fuller 44:30

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Flying through the air in a helicopter that's "so much smaller than you think," Sophie Fuller works to save lives as a critical care flight paramedic. In this captivating conversation, she reveals the unexpected journey that led her to becoming a lifesaving flight medic who transports critically ill patients by air. Sophie's path wasn't always clea…

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29 - From Construction to the ER: One RN-turned-PA's Unconventional Path to Medicine | Ryan Foley, PA-C, RN 37:38

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What does it take to completely reinvent your career path at age 30? Ryan Foley knows exactly how daunting this journey can be. Starting as a construction worker with a vocational high school background, Ryan made the bold decision to pursue medicine, beginning with remedial college classes and reverse engineering his way to becoming a physician as…

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28 - Surgical Technicians: The Hidden Heroes of Your Operation | Alyssa Ellis, CST/CSFA 37:01

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A sarcastic whisper describing the tools used in the operating room changed everything. Meet Alyssa Ellis, the Certified Surgical Technologist and First Assistant whose educational videos have captured the attention of surgeons, students, and curious patients alike. With her trademark straightforward delivery and deep expertise, Alyssa pulls back t…

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CLEvolution: Inside Cleveland’s $1.6B Airport Transformation 23:20

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In this episode of The AviationPros Podcast host Joe Petrie sits down with Bryant Francis, Director of Port Control for the City of Cleveland, to explore CLEvolution — the bold, $1.6 billion modernization campaign at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. As CLE marks its 100th anniversary, Francis shares how the airport is evolving to meet the n…

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27 - Prevention Starts With Understanding: Rethinking How We Teach Complex Medical Concepts | Dr. Josh Wageman, PhD, PA-C, DPT 32:03

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Dr. Josh Wageman brings a rare blend of expertise to cardiovascular prevention. With credentials spanning physical therapy, biochemistry, and Yale PA training, he's transformed how we understand lipid science through brilliant, accessible metaphors that make complex medical concepts understandable to everyone. At the heart of our conversation is Jo…

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26 - Bridging Science and Compassion: One Attending's Whiteboard Approach to Medical Education | Dr. Ali Zreik, MD 35:40

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Dr. Ali Zreik arrives at patient rooms with an unusual tool—a rolling whiteboard. While most physicians carry stethoscopes and tablets, this internal medicine attending physician and associate program director brings something more transformative: a visual bridge between complex medical science and human understanding. "Bring me the whiteboard," he…

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25 - What If We Actually Guided Students Instead of Drowning Them with the Fire Hose? | Jono Lippman, PA-C 31:15

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Challenging a broken system often requires walking an unconventional path. Jono Lippman's journey from communications major to wilderness guide to emergency medicine PA beautifully illustrates how diverse experiences can reshape our understanding of what healthcare education could and should be. What happens when someone who once actively avoided s…

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24 - Medicine, Military, and Mission: How One Patient-Turned-PA is Transforming Lives | Maj. M. Tiye Young, PA-C 47:00

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What does it take to transform obstacles into opportunities? Major M. Tiye Young knows firsthand. When deployment orders arrived just days before her PA school application deadline, she didn't abandon her medical dreams—she recalibrated. When a cervical cancer diagnosis threatened her future, she fought back with unwavering resolve. Now, as both a …

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Colorado Air and Space Port’s Bold Dual Mission to Build the Future of Aviation and Aerospace 40:05

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In this episode of the AviationPros Podcast, Airport Business Editor Joe Petrie speaks with Jeff Kloska, director of Colorado Air and Space Port, about the facility’s evolution from a regional general aviation hub to a nationally designated airport and emerging aerospace ecosystem. Kloska shares insights on infrastructure development, public-privat…

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23 - Exam Room Nutrition: A PA's Journey to Compassionate Patient Education | Colleen Sloan, PA-C, RDN 42:19

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When a terrified 10-year-old boy walked into Colleen Sloan's pediatric practice in tears, she discovered he'd been monitoring his weight obsessively after another provider warned he'd "need needles in his stomach" if he didn't lose weight. This moment exemplifies everything wrong with how healthcare approaches nutrition conversations—and sparked a …

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Grupo Eulen COO John Jones Talks About Opportunities for Growth in Ground Handling 24:09

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Ground Support Worldwide Editor Jenny Lescohier speaks with Grupo Eulen COO John Jones about the company's plans for growth using a proactive strategy of competitive bidding, as well as the latest tech and training to increase employee retention.By AviationPros

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22 - From Surgery to Sales: One PA's Journey with Jessica Dell'Aquila, PA-C 22:38

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Jessica Dell'Aquila's career journey breaks the conventional mold of what we expect from healthcare professionals. Starting with a clear vision at just 18, she enrolled in Seton Hall's innovative six-year dual degree program, emerging with both her undergraduate biology degree and master's in physician assistant studies—a testament to her focused d…

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21 - Being Light in Medicine's Darkest Hours: A Journey to Oncology | Dr. Anu Oyetoran 27:04

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Check our Dr. Oyetoran's youtube channel Journey to MD! What happens when a determined young girl from Nigeria declares she wants to be a doctor? Dr. Anu Oyetoran's extraordinary journey takes us across continents—from West Africa to Canada, the Caribbean, New York, and finally Florida—where she now serves as chief medical resident at the Universit…

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For Students, By Students: Cultivating Belonging through Curricular Partnerships // Ceglio // Douberley // Paul 46:41

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In this episode of the CAA Conversations, Amanda Douberley, Clarissa J. Ceglio, and Alison Paul discuss the William Benton Museum of Art at the University of Connecticut, which brings student perspectives into its galleries and fosters belonging through innovative curricular partnerships. Three recent projects undertaken by classes in UConn’s Schoo…

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Ground Support Worldwide Leaders of the Year 2025 5:07

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Ground Support Worldwide recognizes the high-caliber individuals and forward-thinking companies making a difference in the ground support industry with its annual Leaders of the Year awards program. Nominate a worthy candidate for Ground Support Worldwide’s Leaders of the Year program in one of four specific categories by Friday, April 25, 2025 by …

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20 - Clinical Research Transforms Healthcare While Putting Patients First | Leigh Schirmer, DMSc, PA-C 36:52

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Interested in research? Check out the links below to get started! The Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI Program): The Trusted Standard in Research, Ethics, Compliance, and Safety Training Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Online Training Courses Human Subjects Research Courses ---------------------------------------------------------…

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Sacramento Airports Build to Meet Demand 26:00

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Sacramento County Department of Airports Director Cindy Nichol talks with Airport Business Editor-in-Chief Joe Petrie about the latest updates on infrastructure investments and how they're seeing success growing air traffic into their system.By AviationPros

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19 - Ripple of Change: How One Doctor is Fighting to Save Healthcare | Dr. Todd Otten, MD 34:47

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Learn more about Dr. Otten or to support his documentary, please visit Medicine Forward. His book, Ripples of Change is available at a bookstore near you! Dr. Todd Otten pulls back the curtain on healthcare's darkest challenges while offering a vision of hope for its future. A board-certified family physician with over two decades of experience, Dr…

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Has BIL Delivered on Its Promise to U.S. Airports? 34:26

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ACI-NA President Kevin Burke discusses the impact of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law on airports and the progress of improvement projects.By AviationPros

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18 - A Trailblazing Physician Assistant Changing Lives in Interventional Radiology | Carrie Hayes, PA-C 42:59

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What does it take to become a trailblazer in the world of interventional radiology? In today's episode, we explore this question with Keri Hayes, a remarkable interventional radiology Physician Assistant who has been instrumental in shaping her field. Growing up in a small North Carolina town where specialty care was sparse, Keri's determination to…

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The Life of a Locum Hospitalist During National Physicians Week 18:43

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In this special episode for National Physicians Week, we sit down with one of our incredible locum hospitalist doctors to discuss his unique experiences working as a locum and the essential role he plays in patient care. From his journey into medicine to the impact of locum work on healthcare teams, Dr. Mohammed shares insights into what it’s like …

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17 - Escape the Clinic with a Physician Assistant, Businesswoman, Podcast Host, and Trailblazer for Life Beyond the Office | Katie Bean, PA-C 31:36

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So much more at Escape the Clinic Masterclass with Katie Bean, PA-C And please listen to her podcast: Escape the Clinic What happens when the career you've worked so hard for starts taking more than it gives? Katie Bean, a physician assistant with years of experience in emergency medicine, found herself dreading her shifts, missing precious family …

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Fulton County Executive Airport Comes Alive 29:51

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Fulton County Director of Public Works David Clark talks with Joe Petrie about major improvements at Fulton County Executive Airport and how they're preparing to serve an influx of travelers for the 2026 World Cup.By AviationPros

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16 - A Conversation About Resiliency in Medicine with a Pediatric Resident Physician | Beatrice Garrido, DO 45:32

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Join us on a journey through the compelling story of Dr. Beatrice Garrido, a resident physician whose path to pediatrics and global health is as unique as it is inspiring. Listen in as Dr. Garrido shares how her early dreams of becoming a veterinarian led her to the intricate world of human medicine, fueled by a pivotal moment with her mother. Her …

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15 - A Veteran Physician Assistant's Views on Medicine: Past, Present, and Future | Erich Fogg, PA-C 49:35

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Imagine navigating nearly three decades in healthcare with the resilience and adaptability of a true innovator. That's exactly what our guest, Eric Fogg, has accomplished as a physician assistant (PA) and leader in healthcare operations. In this episode of Shadow Me Next, Eric reveals his extraordinary journey from a budding interest in sports medi…

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Build a Better Airport Concessions Program 24:26

6M ago24:26

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Delaware North Travel COO Robert Thormeier discusses the current state of airport concessions and how technology and changing traveler preferences are recreating the way airports are serving the public.By AviationPros

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The Woman Who Knew Everyone: The Power of Perle Mesta 24:18

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This episode Ambassador Rosapepe interviews Meryl Gordon to discuss her most recent book The Woman Who Knew Everyone: The Power of Perle Mesta, Washington's Most Famous Hostess. The book brings new life to Perle’s lavish life and society adventures in Newport, Manhattan and Washington, while highlighting her important, but nearly forgotten contribu…

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14 - Advocating for Change in Clinical Settings: Inside Hospital Internal Medicine with Physician Assistant | Natalie Freels, PA-C 47:39

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Natalie Freels, a trailblazing Physician Assistant, illuminates the pathways of hospital internal medicine with a unique blend of passion and expertise. From her beginnings as an EMT to shaping innovations in healthcare, Natalie captivates with stories of problem-solving and systems-based thinking that are reshaping medical landscapes. We promise y…

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The Museum Worker: The Challenges for Changemakers // Cozzolino // Locks // Morgan // Warren 45:45

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In this episode of the CAA Conversations podcast subseries, “The Museum Worker,” guests Robert Cozzolino, Mia Locks, and Kelli Morgan discuss some of the significant challenges facing those working in museums, including the lack of institutional transparency in decision making, the culture of philanthropy, change management, and the failures of hie…

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13 - Finding Strength in Self-Sufficiency and Purpose in Patient Care as a Physician Assistant | Jim Allen, PA-C 44:40

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Join us on Shadow Me Next as we welcome our guest, Jim Allen, a lead physician assistant who shares his inspiring journey from aspiring military service member to a dedicated healthcare professional in urgent care. Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at a young age, Jim's dream of joining the military was rerouted, leading him to discover a new path dri…

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Airport Connectivity in the Age of AI 13:54

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Boingo Vice President of Engineering Bill Marino discusses wi-fi needs in airports and how network connectivity can deliver next-generation in technology to airport operations.By AviationPros

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Celebrating CAA Week – A Conversation with an Anesthesiologist Assistant 13:15

6M ago13:15

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In this special episode for CAA Week, we sit down with Patrick F., a dedicated Anesthesiologist Assistant (AA), to explore the dynamic and vital role AAs play in anesthesia care. Join us as we chat about the day-to-day responsibilities of an AA, the passion behind choosing this profession, and the rewarding impact AA's make in the healthcare field.…