Best Jeff Gadsden Podcasts (2025)

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S3 E14: "Block Box 6 (From ESRA25!): Our convo with Athmaja Thottungal & John McDonnell!" 49:16

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12d ago49:16

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Greetings from Norway!! 🇳🇴 Amit and Jeff once again return to the GE Healthcare Block Box, this time at the ESRA25 meeting in Oslo! In this episode, we chat with Athmaja Thottungal about her motivation behind a career change, the value of healthcare coaches for preventative health, and some practical tips to chill out and engage in a "digital detox…

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MINISODE: The Day Terry Fox Came To Beavermount 14:27

16d ago14:27

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In this special episode we pay tribute to the greatest Canadian who ever lived, Terry Fox. Like Terry said, cancer can be beaten. Donate to the Terry Fox Foundation now. Narrator: Tom Goudie Announcer: Natalie Antaya Auntie Doris: Renée Chouinard Rádio Canada Reporter: Liana Bdewi Recording: Andrew Fumerton, Tae Sax Sound Design: Selina Fiorini Mix…

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A SHOW WE LIKE: How I Died 29:21

16d ago29:21

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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy TA2 Productions

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S3 E13: "Block Box 5: Our conversation with Ki Jinn Chin and Amanda Kumar!" 49:14

27d ago49:14

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Two amazing interviewees in one deee-licious episode! The uber-impressive Ki Jinn Chin from the University of Toronto shares his ASRA "origin story", his thoughts on how regional anesthesia really does incorporate elements of artistry, creativity and improvisation, how long a YouTube video SHOULD be, and what he's doing with spinals these days. Fol…

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A SHOW WE LIKE: StanLand 38:26

1M ago38:26

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While us busy beavers work on Season 3, here is a brand new show we think you'll really enjoy: StanLand is a hilarious comedy starring Bobby Moynihan, Rhea Seehorn, Steve Little, Jon Hamm, John Waters, and more! Written by Mike Sacks and S.G. Wilson, StanLand is a story about what happens when a pristine magical kingdom becomes a late-stage-capital…

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DREW APPEARS IN: Madison On The Air 31:14

1M ago31:14

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Today we have a very special treat for you Beavermounters. A little while ago, Sorry About The Murder creator Drew was invited to be a guest Armchair Detective on one of our very favourite shows, Madison On The Air. Does Drew embarrass himself (and by extension all of you loyal SATM listeners)? Listen and find out! If you love Madison On The Air as…

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S3 E12: "Emoji-ologist Dr. Jordana Garbati! 🤩🪩" 1:04:48

1M ago1:04:48

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In this fascinating episode, Amit and Jeff interview Dr. Jordana Garbati, an “emoji-ologist” 😎 who has researched and lectured internationally about the use of emoji as language. For something we use every day, we sure had a lot of questions: are we using these correctly? Are there ways to be misinterpreted? Is it ok to emoji your boss? What emoji …

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S3 E11: "Block Box 4: Our convo with Kwesi Kwofie and Kris Schroeder!" 55:46

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Our two hosts sit down for a stimulating (yes, intended) conversation with Kwesi Kwofie from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Canada, who gets down and dirty about needle nerve contact and nerve injury. Where exactly should we put the needle when performing a supraclavicular brachial plexus block? Or...is the supraclav dead?!! Why is periplexus pre…

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S3 E10: "Our conversation with Admir Hadzic (Part 2)" 49:10

2M ago49:10

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Amit and Jeff continue their fascinating dive into the mind and life of Admir Hadzic, author, innovator, founder of NYSORA, brewer of fine beer, bassist and sports car nut. In this episode we discuss standardization in regional anesthesia, the future of textbooks in medicine, how sedated DO patients really want to be for nerve blocks, what it's lik…

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S3:E9 "Block Box part 3: A conversation with Stuart Grant, Steve Coppens & Gary Schwartz" 59:54

3M ago59:54

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Amit and Jeff are still (!) sweating it out in the block box, and have the good fortune to be joined by three wonderful guests: Stuart Grant from the University of North Carolina, Steve Coppens from the Catholic University of Leuven, and Gary Schwartz from Maimonides Medical Center in NYC. We cover such topics as peripheral nerve stimulation for lo…

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S3:E8 "Blocks, Books, Blues, Beer and Belgium: Our chat with Admir Hadzic (Part I)" 58:22

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He's the founder of NYSORA, a rock-blues bassist, and a lover of fine beer and finer automobiles. We had a ton of fun chatting with Admir Hadzic about the his origin story, how he has been able to reinvent himself and his focus, and how to NOT live your life in "thirds". Over three decades, Admir has built a global educational brand while running a…

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9. SEASON FINALE - Cold Justice 31:43

4M ago31:43

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In the Season Finale, Frenchie reveals the real murderer...but will the ice get cleared in time for the big game?? Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Recording, Mix, Sound Design: Adam Ive, Selina Fiorini-Paglia Music: Oliver Wickham Prod…

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8. Winter Blues 17:45

4M ago17:45

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Stuck behind bars, Frenchie makes a last ditch call to a mysterious friend. Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Recording, Mix, Sound Design: Adam Ive, Selina Fiorini-Paglia Additional Engineering: Andrew Fumerton Music: Oliver Wickham Pro…

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S3:E7 "Block Box Part 2: A conversation with Ed Mariano, Eleni Moka and Michael Bullock" 1:06:11

4M ago1:06:11

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Our star-studded guest list continues live from the GE Healthcare Block Box at ASRA Spring 25! In this episode we interview Ed Mariano, Eleni Moka, and Michael Bullock, and get their answers to such questions as: What platforms work best for social media? How do we bring RA education to under-resourced parts of the globe? What is the mechanism of t…

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7. An Unexpected Scrap 22:57

4M ago22:57

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A frantic run to Arthur's Scrap Yard turns into a dangerous encounter with a local. Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Recording, Mix, Sound Design: Adam Ive, Selina Fiorini-Paglia Additional Engineering: Andrew Fumerton Music: Oliver Wic…

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6: Game Over 23:06

4M ago23:06

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Fernella Singh at Arcade gives Frenchie a Beavermount history lesson. Davie Coyle gets too drunk not to drive. Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Recording, Mix, Sound Design: Adam Ive, Selina Fiorini-Paglia Additional Engineering: Andrew…

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5. Hinterland Who's Who 16:27

5M ago16:27

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A visit to Rory Partridge at Black Pine Exotic Animal Farm reveals new surprises...and a sinister warning to Frenchie. Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Recording, Mix, Sound Design: Adam Ivee & Selina Fiorini-Paglia Additional Engineeri…

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S3:E6 "Live from the GE Healthcare Block Box Part I 🎤: A conversation with James Kim, Sandy Kopp and Nadia Hernandez" 1:09:52

4M ago1:09:52

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Wine, flamingos, and a glass box…this is NOT your typical BILIH episode...Amit and Jeff join you from the ASRA Spring Annual Meeting 2025 in Orlando, Florida, where they recorded live interviews with over a dozen influential thinkers in regional anesthesiology. Join us as we chat and laugh with James Kim, Sandy Kopp and Nadia Hernandez over discuss…

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4. Bric À Brac 13:24

5M ago13:24

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A secret about Laura Brooks is uncovered at the aggressively decorated home of Roy and Izzy. Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Recording, Mix, Sound Design: Adam Ivee & Selina Fiorini-Paglia Additional Engineering: Andrew Fumerton Music:…

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3. Old Dutch 18:01

5M ago18:01

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Frenchie and Dougie talk to the Van Dinkels, owners of the snowblower in question. Chieficer Dougie inquires about a Hot Dogger®. Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Recording, Mix, Sound Design: Selina Fiorini-Paglia Additional Engineerin…

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2. Auger Of Doom 16:28

5M ago16:28

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Frenchie and Dougie run into a road hockey game, and Frenchie inspects the murder scene. Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Recording, Mix, Sound Design: Adam Ive Additional Engineering: Selina Fiorini-Paglia, Andrew Fumerton Music: Olive…

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1. The Morning Dump 11:26

5M ago11:26

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Frenchie wakes up to 8 feet of fresh snow...and gets arrested for the murder of Laura Brooks. Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Recording, Mix, Sound Design: Adam Ive Additional Engineering: Selina Fiorini-Paglia, Andrew Fumerton Music: …

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S3:E5 "Somebody call 911! Nerve blocks in the ER Part II 🚑" 37:16

5M ago37:16

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Clear!!! In the exciting conclusion to our two-parter on blocks in emergency medicine, things get real as the co-hosts debate Arun and Andrew over the ideal block for hip fracture, a slick way to reduce a shoulder dislocation, cheeky femoral blocks, and the role of fascial plane blocks in the ED. Links: The sponsor of this episode is GE Healthcare …

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Season Deux Trailer 1:01

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On April 25, we return to the nice little Canadian town of Beavermount, Ontario. If you just can't wait, get all episodes a full week early and ad-free with an Apple Podcasts Subscription. Yesterday in the nice little Canadian town of Beavermount, Ontario, Zamboni driver Gaëtan 'Frenchie' Arsenault solved the murder of Scott ‘Scotty’ McDonald, clea…

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S3:E4 "Spinal anesthesia with Robbie Erskine!" 1:27:28

6M ago1:27:28

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Amit and Jeff are joined by Dr. Robbie Erskine from Daaaarrby, UK, sharing his immense wealth of knowledge and experience (and which Bond film is his fave) on spinal anesthesia technique and how to make ambulatory spinals work for everyone! Link to the BJA Education article on neuraxial anesthesia in patients with challenging anatomy: https://www.b…

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S3:E3 "Somebody call 911! Nerve blocks in the ER 🚨" 51:47

7M ago51:47

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Amit and Jeff are joined by two Emergency Medicine experts (and self-described Blockheads!) with a passion for keeping injured patients comfortable. Drs. Arun Nagdev and Andrew Goldsmith talk to us about the role of regional anesthesia in the ER, what blocks are high-impact, what exactly is meant by a "tube and lube rotation" for trainees, and more…

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S3:E2 "Paravertebral: The King of Nerve Blocks 🤴 (Part 2)" 52:21

8M ago52:21

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In part 2, Amit and Jeff tackle probe positioning, needle trajectory and something called Pawa's Pleural Groan...Why is the PVB poised to have a renaissance? Should we block one level? Every level? What's the risk of pneumothorax and should this block be done in anti coagulated patients? (spoiler: 2 out of 2 hosts say YES!) Join us for all this and…

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S3:E1 "Paravertebral: The King of Nerve Blocks 👑 (Part I)" 49:12

9M ago49:12

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In this episode, Amit and Jeff hold court while discussing the crown jewel of regional techniques, the paravertebral block. Join us for some controversies, debates and jokes while we give paravertebral anatomy and block technique the royal treatment. Join us each month for another sassy conversation about anesthesiology, emergency medicine, critica…

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S2:E12 "Season 2 Holiday Special! 🎄 (Where we discuss compartment syndrome, nerve injury, rebound pain and more!)" 1:16:18

10M ago1:16:18

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Grab an eggnog & a mince pie or two and join Amit and Jeff for a frosty and festive finale to Season 2, featuring answers to some listener questions and a joyful round of dad jokes! Links to things discussed: University of Florida study on intercostobrachial nerve block: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35308761/ Good paper explaining how regional a…

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S2:E11 "Block it Like It's Hot Down Under Part II: Social Media and Medicine" 32:31

11M ago32:31

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In this engaging conclusion of our two-parter, we continue to share some laughs with the amazing Tanya Selak while discussing the value of SoMe collaboration, how to set boundaries when things get rough, and why she's NOT quitting Twitter (X) quite yet. In the meantime, Amit quotes Vanilla Ice, while Tanya seeks redemption as she gets another shot …

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S2:E10 "BONUS 'Episode': How You Gonna Block It? Rap Song" 2:53

11M ago2:53

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Dope beats & phat lyrics...just two audacious dad MCs sharing the podcast origin story over some laid back West-coast flow.By Jeff Gadsden & Amit Pawa

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S2:E9 "Block it Like It's Hot Down Under Part I: Two Regional Anesthesia Tragics and a Social Media Queen" 49:56

12M ago49:56

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Amit and Jeff welcome special guest Tanya Selak from Wooleng....Woolloongo....from Australia. Tanya shares her ideas on the role of regional anesthesia in contemporary practice, how and who we should be training procedural skills in anesthesia, and possibly wins the joke-off with the lads. Join us each month for another sassy conversation about ane…

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S2:E8 "Keep It On the QL: The Secrets of Abdominal Wall Blocks (Part III)" 52:18

1y ago52:18

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In the exciting conclusion of our abdominal wall block series, Amit and Jeff dive into QL blocks (and more!)...what's the deal with QL 1, 2 & 3? Does it REALLY get the whole abdomen? What is a Tequila block and how can I get one cuz it sounds delicious!? Join us for all this and a heapin' helping of the usual dad jokes... Link to Jeff's QL video: h…

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S2:E7 :Summer Regional Anesthesia Controversy Spectacular!" 1:02:54

1y ago1:02:54

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Is it advantageous to mix local anesthetics? Should we perform blocks in asleep patients? Why is the 'tucked vs untucked' scrub debate so fierce? 🤔 Join Amit and Jeff as they dive into these controversial issues and more! Things we referenced during this episode: Link to interscalene mixing study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21156983/ Link to i…

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S2:E6 "It's Crunch Time: Abdominal Wall Blocks Part II" 45:27

1y ago45:27

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Join Amit and Jeff for a continuing discussion on belly blocks--we take a deep dive on external oblique intercostal block, find out WHY rectus sheath block is just so darn easy and fun to do, and entertain offers of tummy massages... Link to External Oblique Intercostal Block video: https://youtu.be/EftwBnMVHOI?si=RC_ARcjCq0fuIGA1 Link to rectus sh…

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Bonus: Canada Day Interview Special 1:15:34

1y ago1:15:34

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Season 1 is over, so let's talk about it! In our Canada Day Interview Special, meet creator Drew Frohmann and Narrator Tom Goudie as they talk about the show, the creative process, small town Canada, writing, directing, Jeff Tremblay's incredible acting, Michel Lang's magical artwork, and news about Season 2. Plus we get our very first sponsor LIVE…

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8. SEASON FINALE: Best Served Cold 21:00

1+ y ago21:00

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In the explosive Season Finale, Frenchie springs a trap to expose the real killer…but can he solve the murder in time to ready the ice for tonight’s hockey game?? Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Recording, Mix, Sound Design: Adam Ive M…

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7. Question Period 14:15

1+ y ago14:15

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After a curious encounter with Doc Bailey, Frenchie visits old Mrs. Wagstaff who lives right beside the arena…and makes a connection that breaks the case wide open! Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Recording, Mix, Sound Design: Adam Ive…

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S2:E5 "I.C.U. Baby, Blocking is Class: Blocks in Intensive Care with Jonny Wilkinson" 56:18

1+ y ago56:18

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Amit & Jeff are joined by special guest star Jonny Wilkinson from Northampton as we discuss the role of nerve blocks in the intensive care unit: Which blocks? Who does them? Which patients benefit? How do we best teach these? Laughs were had, sound effects were shared, but no possums were injured in the making of this episode. The Northampton Criti…

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6. Paying In Chiclets 14:16

1+ y ago14:16

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Frenchie and Chieficer Dougie pay a visit to the infamous Mackie Sextuplets, the toughest family in Beavermount. And learns about a clandestine ice time racket that grows the suspect list even more… Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Reco…

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5. Caught In The Net 12:50

1+ y ago12:50

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Frenchie visits Lubeski's Tannery & Tanning Salon, where Rod and Mona act oddly evasive. But Frenchie does learn about the gunfire at the smelt party last night. Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Recording, Mix, Sound Design: Adam Ive Mu…

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4. The Book Of Scotty 12:57

1+ y ago12:57

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Frenchie unearths a brewing dispute around a rusted ski-doo...and some hard evidence. Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Recording, Mix, Sound Design: Adam Ive Music: Oliver Wickham Production: Dana Gadsden Executive Producer: Steve Gadsd…

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3. The Friends Of Davie Coyle 17:04

1+ y ago17:04

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When Frenchie and Chieficer Dougie find young Davie Coyle passed out under The Big Beaver's tail, they learn about Scotty McDonald's dark past... Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Recording, Mix, Sound Design: Adam Ive Music: Oliver Wick…

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2. Frenchie's Dilemma 14:01

1+ y ago14:01

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Frenchie discovers the body of Scott 'Scotty' MacDonald...and when he calls Chieficer Dougie to the murder scene, Frenchie gets arrested! Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Recording, Mix, Sound Design: Adam Ive Music: Oliver Wickham Prod…

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1. Bonjour Beavermount 10:23

1+ y ago10:23

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In the nice little Canadian town of Beavermount, Ontario, Frenchie the Zamboni driver starts his day... and makes a frightful discovery. Content warning: Violence, excessive drinking, unsafe driving...and murder. Narrator: Tom Goudie Frenchie: Jeff Tremblay Announcer: Natalie Antaya Recording, Mix, Sound Design: Adam Ive Music: Oliver Wickham Produ…

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S2:E4 "Top Tap Tips for Tums: Abdominal Wall Blocks (Part 1)" 45:59

1+ y ago45:59

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Rectus, subcostal and TAP...oh my! In this episode, Amit and Jeff tackle belly blocks, and discuss anatomy, clinical decision-making, and their own tips learned the hard way for how to make the most out of abdominal fascial plane blocks. Join us each month for another sassy conversation about anesthesiology, emergency medicine, critical care, POCUS…

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S2:E3 "POGUS or BOGUS? Gastric Ultrasound for Hungry Doctors!" 52:18

1+ y ago52:18

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Your patient had a latte six hours ago...is their stomach empty? BUT IS IT? Don't fret...there's a quick way to find out. In this tasty episode, Amit and Jeff digest the ins and outs of gastric point of care ultrasound (POGUS), how to reduce the risk of aspiration, discuss challenges with fasting guidelines, and answer some listener questions and c…

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Season 1 Trailer 0:57

1+ y ago0:57

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Trailer for the upcoming murder mystery/comedy set in the nice little Canadian town of Beavermount, Ontario. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy TA2 Productions

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S2:E2 "Forearmed is Forewarned: Nerve blocks for median, ulnar, radial and other distal nerves of the upper limb" 1:00:12

1+ y ago1:00:12

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Amit and Jeff continue their tour of the upper limb, focusing on blocking the distal branches around the elbow, forearm and wrist. Also in this episode: discussion of listener questions about LAST, sharing of failed block stories, and somehow, weirdly, a reference to Paris Hilton. Join us each month for another sassy conversation about anesthesiolo…

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S2:E1 "Numb Hands & Our Top Finger-Tips: Nerve Blocks for Upper Limbs" 1:02:20

1+ y ago1:02:20

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Amit and Jeff take a tour of the brachial plexus, offering insights, stories, tips and "hold-nothing-back" hot takes regarding best blocks for the upper extremity... Join us each month for another sassy conversation about anesthesiology, emergency medicine, critical care, POCUS, pain medicine, ultrasound guided nerve blocks, acute pain, patient saf…