Best Matthew Garber Podcasts (2025)

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#58 To Theory or Not to Theory: that is the (educational) question with Drs. Erick Hung and Jimmy Beck 58:43

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Join us as we take a journey through the land of educational theory, conceptual frameworks, and how to apply both of them in classroom and clinical teaching as health professions educators. You will walk away with practical tips and tricks about the use of theory to enhance your teaching with Drs. Jimmy Beck and Erick Hung. Claim CME for this episo…

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Eram Alam - Why U.S. Healthcare Depends on Immigrant Physicians | STM Podcast #243 1:06:23

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On episode 243, we welcome Eram Alam to discuss the experiences of foreign-born physicians practicing in the US, the structural problems that led to significant deficits in healthcare across the US, the Hart-Celler Act of 1965 and the other political underpinnings of migrating physicians to the US, skepticism of immigrant physicians from rural popu…

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#57 Clinician Educator Essentials: Practical Tips to Jumpstart your Teaching 41:16

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Feeling overwhelmed by clinical teaching? In this episode of The Curbsiders Teach, we dive into the essentials every new educator should know—from setting expectations and building a positive learning climate to dropping high-value teaching pearls on the fly. Our expert guest Elizabeth Gatewood DNP, FNP-C, CNE shares her best advice, biggest surpri…

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#56 To Err is Human: Best Practices for Leading Morbidity and Mortality Conferences with Dr. Matthew Clark and Dr. John Erickson 1:05:21

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Get ready to transform how you think about Morbidity and Mortality (M&M) conferences! In this episode, Drs. John Erickson and Matthew Clark from Maine Medical Center share their powerful approach to coaching residents, fostering psychological safety, and using M&Ms as a springboard for growth—not shame. Whether you’re planning your first M&M or ret…

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Cass R. Sunstein - The Surprising Truth About Fame: It’s Not What You Think | STM Podcast #242 1:07:09

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On episode 242, we welcome Cass Sunstein to discuss the foundations of fame, the roles of information cascades and reputation cascades in fostering one’s success, the rise of Obama as a cascade, whether talent is enough for sustainable success, how group polarization influences our perceptions, network effects and our dependence on others, the sign…

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#55 Make your (Educational) Dreams Come True with Goals and Objectives With Dr. Noriko Anderson 57:28

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Dream big, teach smarter! In this episode, Dr. Noriko Anderson breaks down how to turn educational dreams into reality using clear goals and purposeful objectives. Learn how frameworks like Bloom’s Taxonomy and Miller’s Pyramid can bring structure, clarity, and joy to your curriculum development process. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcu…

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#54 Negotiation Skills from AIMW25 Tips for Advocating for your Learners and Program with Drs. Thomas Ciesielski and Gopal Yadavalli 49:34

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Join esteemed guests Dr. Thomas Ciesielski (Washington University in St. Louis) and Dr. Gopal Yadavalli (@BMC_ID, Boston University) as they break down the art and science of negotiation, straight from AIMW25! From mastering the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument to navigating real-world power dynamics, this episode offers practical strategies…

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Natalia Kholodenko - Understanding the Trauma of War: Surviving in Ukraine | STM Podcast #241 47:52

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On episode 241, we welcome Natalia Kholodenko to discuss the psychological impact of trauma, how the citizens in war-torn countries respond to trauma, Natalia’s own trauma when fleeing from Ukraine after Russia began its bombing campaign, the importance of maintaining a strong value system in the face of tragedy, Judith Herman on the importance of …

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#53 Adjusting During Crucial Conversations Based on Personality and Psychological Safety with guests: Julie Byington, C-TAGME, Ashley Johnson, C-TAGME, and Samatha Ankireddy, MD and Laura Thompson, MD ... 1:09:47

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Come share insights from AIMW25 with Julie Byington C-TAGME, Ashley Johnson C-TAGME, Samatha Ankireddy MD, and Laura Thompson MD on effective communication and navigating difficult conversations. Understanding our own emotions and personality traits—while being attentive to others’ verbal and non-verbal cues—helps build emotional intelligence and p…

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Mark D. White - Is It Clobbering Time? - The Philosophy Behind the Fantastic Four | STM Podcast #240 1:07:12

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On episode 240, we welcome Mark White to discuss the ethical philosophies behind the fantastic four, applying utilitarianism to Reed Richards, deontology to Ben Grimm (The Thing), virtue ethics to Sue Storm, examining the moral growth of Johnny Storm, Dr. Doom’s twisted morality, how superheroes embody the emotions associated with moral decision-ma…

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#52: Glass Half Full: Best Practices for Teaching with an Anti-Deficit Framework with Dr. Chavon M. Onumah, MD, MPH, MEd 1:00:48

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Chavon Onumah to explore the anti-deficit approach in medical education, emphasizing the importance of recognizing strengths in our learners rather than focusing on perceived shortcomings. We discuss the importance of emotional well-being in healthcare and creating supportive and psychologically safe learning e…

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#51 From Bored to Board Ready: Reimagining Conference Didactics to Engage Learners from AIMW25 with Dr Rebecca Garber and Dr Beth Ward 56:09

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Ready to revive your learner conferences? This powerhouse episode of Curbsiders Teach brings together Dr. Rebecca Garber and Dr. Beth Ward at AIMW25 to share high-yield, practical strategies for transforming didactic sessions into dynamic, must-attend learning experiences. Tune in for inspiring ideas like Pecha Kucha, gamification, and interdiscipl…

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Matthew Hongoltz-Hetling - The Spiritual Crisis Behind Ghosts and UFOs | STM Podcast #239 1:24:53

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On episode 239, we welcome Matthew Hongoltz-Hetling to discuss his foray into the paranormal, our innate spiritualism and why some lean into it while others don’t, how anti-establishment people and institutions misuse the scientific method, who’s to blame for the widespread anti-science bias, the challenge of defining the ‘soul,’ what happens when …

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#50 From Words to Wisdom: Teaching Communication with Real-time Feedback and Frameworks with Dr. Rene Claxton and Dr. Robert Arnold 58:42

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In this episode, Dr. Claxton and Dr. Arnold from “Vital Talk” and share their expertise around providing feedback on communication, best practices for preparing learners for difficult conversations, how to best support trainees as the conversation is unfolding, and strategies for debriefing. We discuss frameworks for sharing communication feedback …

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#49 AIMW25 Recap: Pearls and (Educational) Practice Changing Knowledge from the Alliance for Academic Internal Medicine with guests Drs. Vidya Gopinath, Chavon Onumah, Jen Spicer, and Sarah Vick 1:04:39

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Get inspired by this high-energy recap of AIMW25, where Drs. Vidya Gopinath, Chavon Onumah, Jen Spicer, and Sarah Vick share the most practice-changing pearls from Academic Internal Medicine Week. From rethinking feedback to boosting board pass rates and advancing ambulatory education, this episode is packed with insights every health professions e…

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#48 Channeling the Afterglow, not the Aftermath: Tips from AIMW25 for Navigating during and after Feedback Conversations with Drs. Reeni Abraham and Liz Petersen 59:20

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Join us as we discuss best practices for the feedback conversation and the post-feedback period, with Dr. Liz Petersen and Dr. Reeni Abraham that we had the opportunity to sit down with in person at the Alliance for Academic Internal Medicine’s AIMW25. REMAP your feedback conversation by using clinical skills you are already comfortable with from s…

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Emile Suotonye DeWeaver - The Near Enemy of Justice: Dismantling Mass Incarceration | STM Podcast #238 1:03:12

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On episode 238, welcome Emile DeWeaver to discuss reforming the US criminal justice system, the lack of a systematic understanding of crime in most rehabilitation programs, white supremacy as a version of the human tendency to dominate, the “near enemy” of incremental change, the roots of US policing and the need for a collective mind to replace it…

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Steven Poser - Psychoanalysis and Psychosis | STM Podcast #237 1:13:21

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On episode 237, we welcome Steven Poser to discuss psychotherapy for schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, the symbolism of hallucinations and delusions, transference and countertransference with psychosis, how trauma contributes to the forms hallucinations may take, treating hostile patients, the shared humanity with psychotic patients, psy…

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Nicole Karlis - Your Brain on Altruism: How Kindness Rewires Us | STM Podcast #236 1:00:18

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On episode 236, we welcome Nicole Karlis to discuss the benefits of altruism, the link between depression and feeling unimportant, the disaster effect and bounded solidarity, the myth of self-love, burnout as an indicator of poor social structures, why some people won’t accept help, how helping others aids our own mental health, altruism’s effects …

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Jaz Brisack - Unionize Your Job? What Every Worker Needs to Know | STM Podcast #235 59:54

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On episode 235, we welcome Jaz Brisack to discuss unionizing efforts for Starbucks workers and Project Germinal, how unions form and why workers may fear them, the popular ideas of unions and how they’re misrepresented by corporate media, Jaz’s experiences in the Starbucks union and “salting,” whether corporate managers act in good faith, anti-unio…

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Vanessa Daniel - Intersectionality, Social Justice Movements, and the Real Left | STM Podcast #234 1:03:01

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On episode 234, we welcome Vanessa Daniel to discuss the personal and professional challenges women of color face, how trauma influenced Vanessa’s understanding of the world, how to understand intersectionality, what it means to leave no marginalized groups behind as democrats fight for power, the importance of solidarity in addressing individual t…

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Constantine Sandis - Did Wittgenstein Believe We Could Understand Each Other? | STM Podcast #233 1:19:12

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On episode 233, we welcome Constantine Sandis to discuss the philosophy of Ludwig Wittgenstein, his lifelong preoccupation with the question of understanding others, the social and clinical consequences of misunderstanding others, Wittgenstein’s personal struggles with misunderstanding, criticisms of empathy and how it may lead to further conflict …

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Adam Chandler - 99% Perspiration, 100% Self-Made Myth | STM Podcast #232 1:08:17

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On episode 232, we welcome Adam Chandler to discuss the American myth of the self-made man, how it’s evolved over time, a potentially better argument for social benefits than the one normally provided by the left, the flaws of the “bootstrap” mentality, the self-made myth of Elon Musk, how billionaires benefit from us believing in the American Drea…

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Elaine Weiss - How Education Became the Foundation of the Civil Rights Movement | STM Podcast #231 1:16:21

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On episode 232, we welcome Elaine Weiss to discuss the grassroots foundation of the civil rights movement, the origins and aspirations of the Highlander Folk School, how and why Black people educated themselves when schooling was illegal for them, Septima Clark and the activism of ordinary people, Esau Jenkins teaching Black citizens on his bus rid…

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Michelle Sherman - Mental Health & Family: How to Support a Loved One Struggling with Illness | STM Podcast #230 59:46

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On episode 230, we welcome Michelle Sherman to discuss mental illness within families, the missteps people make in attempting to address it, our tendency to personalize others’ struggles, what happens when others aren’t aware of why they’re struggling and can’t explain it, the 4Cs model of navigating mental illness in others, the effects and trauma…

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Steven J. Heine - Your Brain on Existential Anxiety: Why We Struggle to Find Meaning | STM #229 1:10:18

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On episode 229, we welcome Steven Heine to discuss his research in existential psychology, humans as meaning-making creatures, existential crises as crises of meaning, the importance of story-telling in cultivating a deeper sense of purpose, cultural differences in meaning and our innate desire to contribute to our cultures, terror-management theor…

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Lorraine Besser - Beyond Happiness and Meaning: The Missing Key to a Good Life | STM Podcast #228 1:02:00

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On episode 228, we welcome Lorraine Besser to discuss the philosophy of the interesting, why the obsessive pursuit of success tends to backfire, Aristotelianism and Epicureanism, psychological richness as an alternative to happiness, the arrival fallacy, the importance of experiences, cultivating a mindset of open-mindedness, Lorraine’s own story o…

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Robert C. Smith - Has Medicine Lost Its Mind? A Doctor's Bold Call to Fix Mental Health Care | STM Podcast #227 1:04:02

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On episode 227, we welcome Dr. Robert Smith to discuss the state of mental health care in the US, the historical split between mind and body and its modern ramifications, Robert’s struggles as a young doctor addressing mental illness in his patients, the hyper-focus on brain chemistry in psychiatry, the consequences of primary care doctors providin…

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William Haldeman - Leadership Lessons from America’s Most Transformative Presidents | STM #226 1:00:59

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On episode 226, we welcome William Haldeman to discuss five great US presidents, George Washington’s prudence and humility in stepping down, FDR’s ability to communicate with the American public, his sense of confidence in navigating the Great Depression and World War 2, Ronald Reagan’s optimism in the face of Soviet communism, the necessity of it …

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Casey Michel - Foreign Influence Unmasked: Inside America’s Lobbying Crisis | STM Podcast #225 1:10:00

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On episode 225, we welcome Casey Michel to discuss the roles foreign lobbyists play in shaping US foreign policy, the good and bad aspects of the lobbying industry, Paul Manafort’s and Ivy Lee’s efforts to aid propaganda for dictators, the differences between government lobbying and diplomacy, US congressional ties to authoritarian regimes and how …

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Rob Jackson - From Climate Chaos to Restoration: Roadmap for Change | STM Podcast #224 56:01

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On episode 224, we welcome Rob Jackson to discuss the effects of climate change, the human contributions to it, weighing the costs of revenue loss against environmental harm, the historical contributions of the Republican party to environmental protections and their road to climate denial, worries about another Trump presidency, the effects of clim…

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Claudia Strauss - Beyond the Puritan Work Ethic: The True Meaning of Work | STM Podcast #223 1:12:27

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On episode 223, we welcome Claudia Strauss to discuss the four types of work ethic, the glamorization of hustle culture and what type of work most people value, how productivity became associated with one’s moral standing, whether and how much meaning should be expected from a job, how automation might impact our work lives, studies about the effec…

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Jon Michaels & David Noll - Democracy Under Siege: The Rise of Legalized Extremism in the US | STM Podcast #222 1:05:07

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On episode 222, we welcome Jon Michaels and David Noll to discuss the alliance between vigilante groups and governments in the US, the four types of vigilantism and how they affect our lives, how vigilante groups utilize state laws to limit freedom of movement, the roots of vigilantism in the slavery era, the argument of individual liberty as a vei…

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Randy Fertel - The Power and Peril of Improvisation in Politics and Culture | STM Podcast #221 1:09:30

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On episode 221, we welcome Randy Fertel to discuss the rich history of improv, hot cognition and cold cognition, the importance of a liberal arts education for creativity, Trump’s charisma and use of off the cuff comments to charm his audience, the neuroscience of creativity, Saturday Night Live and how those comedians embodied the dark side of imp…

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Jason Stanley - How Fascists Rewrite History to Control the Future | STM Podcast #220 1:04:52

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On episode 220, we welcome Jason Stanley to discuss the rising tide of fascism among Republicans, the pivotal role education plays in cultivating it, the divided US and how winning came to override all other values, the authoritarian war on intellectualism, fascist historical revisionism and why the history written by fascists is based on fear and …

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Alice Driver - On Worker Exploitation: The Hidden Costs of Your Chicken Nuggets | STM Podcast #219 58:40

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On episode 219, we welcome Alice Driver to discuss the widespread labor violations of the meatpacking industry, Tyson’s treatment of its workforce, how the company is able to employ undocumented immigrants, the Arkansas law that allows child labor, how prison labor is used to keep company costs low, the political power of the industry and how gover…

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Constantine Sandis - Debunking Trans Myths: Detransition, Sports, and Epistemic Injustice | Seize The Moment Podcast #218 1:21:22

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On episode 218, we welcome Constantine Sandis to discuss the manifestations of transphobia, why feeling you’re in the wrong body isn’t delusional, the errors of segregation, ways of addressing the placements of trans people in sports, how biology and culture may interact to form trans identities, the rates and common causes of detransitioning, the …

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Episode 178: How To End A Podcast 🙏 56:54

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Matt and Sam conclude this chapter of life, say thank you, and provide a proper goodbye to the listeners - perhaps just for now.By Matthew Garber & Sam Moses

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48: #47 Leveraging Mission to Recruit and Retain a Diverse Workforce With Erica N. Johnson, MD, FACP, FIDSA 46:39

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Join us as Dr. Erica Johnson, Program Director at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, shares her experiences and best practices for recruitment and retention of a diverse medical workforce. Following the residency’s mission to reflect and serve the broader community guided her to build a residency program that stresses the importance of understan…

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Episode 177: How To Leave a Lasting Legacy in Music and Life 57:06

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Matt and Sam discuss the significance of leaving a meaningful impact through their work in the music industry and beyond and explore ways to build a legacy that extends beyond professional achievements and positively influences others.By Matthew Garber & Sam Moses

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47: #46 Mentoring 2.0: Best Practices for Mentoring across Differences With O. N. Ray Bignall II, MD, FAAP, FASN 1:15:16

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Join us as Dr Ray Bignall (@DrRayMD) delves into the transformative power of mentorship in career development. Learn to cultivate diverse mentor relationships, the importance of genuine connections, and navigating feedback across different identities. Whether you're a mentor or a mentee, this episode is packed with invaluable insights to help you t…

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Bill Sullivan - The Hidden Forces That Drive Us: The Interplay Between Genes and Environment | #217 1:25:15

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On episode 217, we welcome Bill Sullivan to discuss the burgeoning field of epigenetics, why genes are better thought of as dimmers rather than light switches, the antipsychiatry argument against mental illness and why all mental illnesses are organic, what we discovered about the microbiome, the Libet experiments and whether they cast doubt on fre…

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Episode 176: Dave McNair: How to Cultivate Creativity in Music and Everyday Life 1:38:36

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Dave McNair joins Matt and Sam and takes the podcast listener on a lovely ride talking about music, creativity, and vinyl manufacturing. Special Guest: Dave McNair.By Matthew Garber & Sam Moses

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46: #45 Clinical Reasoning Remediation With Sarah Vick, MD 55:00

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Join us as Dr Sarah Vick @SVickMD shares practical techniques and frameworks from her workshop at AIMW24 on helping diagnose and treat clinical reasoning gaps in your learners. We break down clinical reasoning into actionable steps; you’ll come away with helpful tips you can take back to clinic or wards next time you are teaching! Claim CME for thi…

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Mark D. White - The Ethics of Captain America: Justice, Integrity, and Sacrifice | STM Podcast #216 1:13:56

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On episode 216, we welcome Mark White to discuss the philosophy of Captain America, how his moral perfectionism informed his decisions and affected him afterward, the clash of morals in his rivalry with Iron Man, why being hard on himself benefited his community, the similarities and differences of deontology and utilitarianism, if we can consider …

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Episode 175: How To Adapt To Change in Music and Life 54:02

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Matt and Sam reflect on the ever-evolving nature of the music industry while drawing parallels to navigating life transitions and finding opportunity in uncertainty.By Matthew Garber & Sam Moses

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45: #44 How to make the 3-point shot: Humanistic Leadership With Kimberly Manning, MD 58:04

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Join us for a live-recorded episode with the one and only Dr. Kimberly Manning. We cover Dr. Manning’s leadership journey, share practical tips for budding leaders in health professions education with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and cover how to stay grounded and vulnerable in the process of being a humanistic leader. Sorry, no CME…

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Episode 174: How to Build Lasting Relationships in Music and Life 58:34

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Matt and Sam explore the importance of networking, collaboration, and fostering genuine connections in both your career and personal life.By Matthew Garber & Sam Moses

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44: #43 How to be a Change Agent: Leadership with Stefanie Brown, MD 58:00

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Listen as our esteemed guest Dr. Stefanie Brown @Dr_B_UMJMHIM (University of Miami) discusses how to successfully lead a residency program through change. Whether you’re looking to gain specific tips on how to navigate the transition to a new scheduling model or development of residency pathways, or just be inspired in your leadership journey, Dr. …

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43: #42 Learner Autonomy With Ben Kinnear, MD MEd 1:06:11

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Join us as we discuss all things learner autonomy with returning guest Dr Ben Kinnear. We cover the value of supporting learner autonomy, practical tips for doing this in practice, challenges related to bias in health care and education, and when to let your learners fail to help them grow. Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! We…