Best Lauren Frederick Podcasts (2024)

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Sunday Baroque Conversations 124: Byron Schenkman 28:30

25d ago28:30

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Byron Schenkman is an American harpsichordist, pianist, and music scholar who specializes in baroque and early music. Along with violinist Ingrid Matthews, Byron Schenkman cofounded Seattle Baroque, which the two musicians directed until 2013. Suzanne spoke with Byron Schenkman -- who has performed on dozens of recordings -- about their current pro…

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Sunday Baroque Conversations 123: Ian Watson 22:49

1M ago22:49

22:49

In 1982, a group of Early Music fans founded the Connecticut Early Music Society to present an annual festival of concerts every June. They feature a repertory of European music written before about 1800 and they focus on historically-informed performance practices, including the use of period instruments. Ian Watson is Artistic Director of the CT …

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Sunday Baroque Conversations 122: Wil B 22:40

2M ago22:40

22:40

Kevin Sylvester and Wilner Baptiste met as talented teenage music students in Florida, playing violin and viola respectively. They clicked as friends, and after pursuing their university training in music, the two classically trained instrumentalists formed their hip hop duo, Black Violin. Their performances are energetic, surprising, and captivati…

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Special: Emotional Recovery 40:21

2M ago40:21

40:21

After my recent renal dissection, kidney infarction, and iliac dissection with Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (VEDS), I wanted to know what emotional recovery was like for others after medical events. This episode features clips of people with VEDS, Marfan, and Loeys-Dietz syndromes, sharing what emotional recovery was like for them after diagnosi…

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Reconnecting with my brother, Jacob Frederick 1:03:34

3M ago1:03:34

1:03:34

My brother, Jacob Frederick, rejoins the show. Our last interview was only a couple weeks before my recent renal artery dissection/kidney infarction and iliac dissection. In this episode, we talk about both of our experiences with those medical events in November and the aftermath. Find more information, including support groups and webinars, about…

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Sheila Felske 35:37

3M ago35:37

35:37

Today we’re going to hear from Sheila Felske, who is joining us to share her experience with Vascular Ehlers-Danos Syndrome (VEDS), which she was diagnosed with last year. Sheila had her first carotid artery dissection soon after her first daughter was born, and then had an achilles tendon rupture after her second daughter was born. Then in 2022, s…

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Jennifer Cona | How to Grow from Solo Practice to Award-Winning Boutique 31:46

3M ago31:46

31:46

Jennifer Cona, is the Founder and Managing Partner of Cona Elder Law, an award-winning elder law and estate planning firm located in Melville, New York. Celebrating 25 years in business, Cona Elder Law has been consistently ranked the number one elder law and trust in-estate firm on Long Island. Jennifer has won many awards, including the New York …

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Deb Kruk 30:15

3M ago30:15

30:15

Deb Kruk was diagnosed with Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (VEDS) in her mid-60s, following the loss of her 40 year old son, Brian, to an aortic dissection. They did not know Brian had VEDS when he died. In this episode, she shares that experience, processing her own diagnosis, things she loved about Brian, and more. Find more information, includi…

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Betsy Matarrita 56:42

3M ago56:42

56:42

Betsy Matarrita was born and raised in Costa Rica, and was diagnosed with Marfan syndrome when she was a young child. Growing up, she didn’t know anyone else with Marfan syndrome, and they had to come to the US to get medical care for scoliosis as a child, when her and her family did not speak English. In this episode, she shares her medical story,…

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Lauren Baptiste | Effective Strategies for Combating Burnout in the Legal Profession 33:07

3M ago33:07

33:07

Lawyers frequently report that they are exhausted, overloaded, or burned out. Sound familiar? In this episode of The Lawyer’s Edge podcast, host Elise Holtzman chats with Lauren Baptiste, a burnout expert and founder of Acheloa Wellness, to delve into the all-too-common issue of burnout in the legal profession. Lauren shares how to prevent burnout …

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Roe Nania 28:23

4M ago28:23

28:23

Roe Nania shares her family’s story with Vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (VEDS). Roe’s brother, Angelo, was the first person diagnosed in the family, and died from an aortic dissection in 2019. After his death, more members of the family got tested and diagnosed, and it’s assumed that her father also died from VEDS. Find more information, including…

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Sunday Baroque Conversations 121: Tom Huizenga 31:20

3M ago31:20

31:20

If you are a fan of NPR's Tiny Desk concerts, you're in luck! Tom Huizenga is a long time NPR producer, editor and reporter whose work you've probably heard. Suzanne interviewed Tom about some of his favorite Tiny Desk performances and NPR interviews, and he shared stories about what it was like to meet some of his personal musical idols.…

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How to Cultivate a Business Development Mindset 17:13

3M ago17:13

17:13

What do you think is one of the most powerful obstacles to business development success for lawyers? Despite their busy schedules, it isn’t a lack of time. It’s not about the lack of money, either. It’s not even that you don’t know how to do it, although law school certainly didn’t teach it. Simply put: it’s your mindset. It’s the stories you tell …

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Kevin Kroeker 32:17

4M ago32:17

32:17

Kevin Kroeker shares his story with Loeys-Dietz syndrome, which he was diagnosed with in his 50s after a spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD). His Loeys-Dietz diagnosis explained a prior event with his carotid artery, and uncovered a larger family history of Loeys-Dietz. Find more information, including support groups and webinars, about V…

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Davina Frederick | How to Scale Your Law Firm to 7 Figures or More 45:24

4M ago45:24

45:24

Professional opportunities abound for women lawyers, yet many women hesitate to pursue their dream of starting and owning a law practice. Many of those who do take the leap still struggle with building their business into a saleable asset that supports their lifestyle (both now and in retirement). Before my guest, Davina Frederick, started her law …

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Catching up with Tyler Farley 45:47

4M ago45:47

45:47

Tyler Farley was originally on Staying Connected in 2022 to share his story with VEDS or Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. He returns in this episode to share his recent experience with a bowel perforation in the fall of 2023, and how he is moving forward, as well as his experience meeting other people in person with VEDS, Marfan, and Loeys-Dietz at…

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Sunday Baroque Conversations 120: Simone Dinnerstein 2024 20:32

4M ago20:32

20:32

Grammy-nominated pianist Simone Dinnerstein has a wide variety of musical passions, but music by Johann Sebastian Bach is an important part of her foundation. She believes Bach's music has it all – intelligence and heart – and her expertise inspired The New York Times to describe her as "an utterly distinctive voice in the forest of Bach interpreta…

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Valerie Madamba | How to Stand Out as a Thought Leader By Becoming a Better Presenter 38:18

4M ago38:18

38:18

Do you struggle to connect with audiences in your public speaking engagements and legal presentations? You can continue to struggle or learn how to be a more engaging and memorable presenter. Valerie Madamba knew she had to overcome a huge learning curve as a public speaker if she wanted to be happy and successful as a lawyer. Once she figured out …

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Sunday Baroque Conversations 119: Morgan Sullivan 29:16

4M ago29:16

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Morgan Sullivan came to singing later than many other professional singers do. Nevertheless she has achieved success as a freelance musician who has performed with numerous top tier ensembles, including Bach Collegium Japan, Folger Consort, and American Baroque Orchestra among many others. She has also recorded music by Brahms and Schutz with Yale …

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Tara Stingley | How to Become a Visible Expert in Your Practice Area 32:48

4M ago32:48

32:48

Those first travelers making their way West did so without a roadmap. But in taking the opportunity, they paved the way for the nation’s expansion. That spirit of the West is very much rooted in Tara Stingley and the Nebraska law firm of which she is a partner. As the first woman to serve on Cline Williams’ executive committee, she challenged other…

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Charlène Gisèle | Banish Burnout to Optimize Performance and Happiness 38:36

5M ago38:36

38:36

Are you up late at night, pulling all-nighters, and burning out from the fast-paced nature of your job as a lawyer? As a former litigator, Charlène Gisèle loved all of it! She reveled in the things you’re not supposed to love. While she was thriving in her environment, though, she got a wake-up call that made her realize that she’d been neglecting …

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Sunday Baroque Conversations 118: Frederick Ballentine 29:16

5M ago29:16

29:16

Frederick Ballentine is an American tenor whose awards include a Grammy for his recording of George Gershwin's PORGY AND BESS. The opera star exudes a sense of ease, confidence, and fun when it comes to his career as an in-demand collaborator on everything from classic operas, to cutting-edge contemporary works. Frederick Ballentine spoke with Suza…

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Paula Edgar | How to Boldly Be YOU in Everything You Do 42:44

5M ago42:44

42:44

Paula T. Edgar, Esq. is the CEO of PGE Consulting Group LLC, an organizational strategy firm providing training and educational services to promote professional development and DEI. As a sought-after keynote speaker and facilitator, Paula develops customized programming for attendees, integrating personal branding, relationship building, and busine…

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Gina Zapanta | No Excuses: The Power of Investing in Yourself and Others 40:00

5M ago40:00

40:00

Gina Zapanta is the Co-founder and Partner of Z.A. Lawyers, a firm dedicated to protecting injured workers’ rights. She is also the CEO of AlderLaw and the Founder of Empowered with Gina, a platform for women to embrace empowerment. Passionate about helping others empower themselves through education, motivation, and community-building, Gina offers…

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Kelly Culhane | Keeping It Real: How To Make a Difference for Yourself and Others 32:59

5M ago32:59

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Kelly Rittenberry Culhane is the Founder and Managing Partner of Culhane Meadows, the largest full-service, women-owned law firm in the US. She is a member of the firm’s insurance and outsourcing practice groups, where she handles sourcing human resources, professional services, consultant functions, and risk management counseling. Kelly has over 2…

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Sunday Baroque Conversations 117: Shawn Okpebholo 27:00

5M ago27:00

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Award-winning musician Shawn Okpebholo earned his degrees at the prestigious University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music. But he credits his start in music to The Salvation Army church, where he received free music lessons as a child, and to his mother's tenacious support. The breadth of Dr. Okpebholo's work is extraordinary: chamber wor…

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Carolyn Blessing & Mehtap Cevher Conti | How Women’s Initiatives Can Create Maximum Impact 40:13

5M ago40:13

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Carolyn Blessing is a Partner at Locke Lord LLP, a premier full-service law firm. In her practice, she focuses on IP pharmaceutical matters and Hatch-Waxman litigation. With experience in the FDA regulatory, food and beverage, and pharmaceutical industries, Carolyn represents pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies in all aspects of federal IP l…

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Audrey Miller | Why and How To Support Your Law Firm’s Revenue Enablers 33:22

6M ago33:22

33:22

Audrey Miller is an Operational Excellence Consultant at Calibrate, an executive search and organizational consultancy helping law firms optimize their talent, processes, and performance. Calibrate offers executive search and talent management operations strategies like business assessments, analytics and implementation, and leadership advice to he…

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Heidi K. Brown | The Flourishing Lawyer: Achieve Optimal Performance AND Well-Being 40:47

6M ago40:47

40:47

Heidi K. Brown is the Associate Dean for Upper Level Writing at the New York Law School and a former litigator in the construction industry. As a University of Virginia School of Law graduate, she earned her master’s degree in applied positive psychology in 2021. Heidi is an internationally recognized speaker and the author of three books about law…

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Shaun Jardine | Stop Billing Hours! Why and How To Embrace Value Pricing 42:07

6M ago42:07

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Shaun Jardine is the Managing Director of Big Yellow Penguin, which encourages businesses to adopt alternative pricing methods. As a non-practicing solicitor and mediator, Shaun served as the Commercial Director and CEO of Brethertons LLP, a top UK 250 law firm. During his tenure, he led the design and implementation of a value-based pricing projec…

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Sunday Baroque Conversations 116: BLKBOK 25:15

6M ago25:15

25:15

From the time he was just a small child, Charles Wilson III – aka BLKBOK – showed extraordinary musical talent. The budding piano virtuoso's family nurtured his interests, which blossomed to include many genres of music: classical, hip-hop, rap, and much more. BLKBOK chose his name, in part, as a way to honor his admiration for Johann Sebastian Bac…

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Jodi Huisentruit 20:15

7M ago20:15

20:15

This week we tackle the case of missing anchor woman Jodi Huisentruit from Mason City, Iowa. **Source material and music credits can be found on our Wix site**--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ifigomissing/support

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Sunday Baroque Conversations 115: Jessie Montgomery 30:00

6M ago30:00

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"Being an artist is living a life of service." The words of Jessie Montgomery, who has earned acclaim, awards, and praise for her growing body of work as a composer, violinist, teacher, and activist. The musician credits her many teachers and mentors – and her parents – for opening up worlds to her. Jessie Montgomery shared stories about her experi…

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Relisha Rudd 31:36

7M ago31:36

31:36

When 8 year old Relisha Rudd went missing in Washington DC it took 18 days for anyone to sound the alarm. What happened to Relisha Rudd? Source Material is on our website under blog posts. Music in the show is Mystery Unsolved from www.silvermansound.com--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ifigomissing/support…

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Liam Nelson 47:39

7M ago47:39

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Liam Nelson was diagnosed with Marfan syndrome when he was 11 years old. In this interview, we talk about how he handled his diagnosis, his career in film and comedy, his involvement in the Marfan community, and more. Find more information, including support groups and webinars, about VEDS, Marfan, and Loeys-Dietz, at thevedsmovement.org, loeysdiet…

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Brian Shaffer 14:22

7M ago14:22

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Brian Shaffer went out with friends to celebrate the beginning of spring break; later he was separated from them and they assumed he had gone home. No one has seen him since. Sources: https://allthatsinteresting.com/brian-shafferhttps://thecrimewire.com/true-crime/The-Bizarre-Disappearance-of-Brian-Shafferhttps://www.mirror.co.uk/news/us-news/myste…

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Erin Kuzz | The Top Investments To Make in Your Firm’s Lawyers 39:58

7M ago39:58

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Erin Kuzz is a Founding Partner and Lawyer at Sherrard Kuzz LLP, a labor and employment law firm. In her practice, she assists employers in various aspects of the employment relationship, including pre-screening and hiring, employment contracts, training and development, and employment standards issues. Erin also consults with non-union employers a…

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Lauren Atherton 45:39

7M ago45:39

45:39

Lauren Atherton was diagnosed with Loeys-Dietz syndrome after an aortic dissection when she was 28 years old. In this interview, we talk about that dissection, how she’s dealt with her diagnosis, and more. Find more information, including support groups and webinars, about VEDS, Marfan, and Loeys-Dietz, at thevedsmovement.org, loeysdietz.org, and m…

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Gwen Brunelle 14:51

7M ago14:51

14:51

On June 27, 2023 Gwen Brunelle went missing while traveling to Fresno, CA. Source Material: https://truecrimesocietyblog.com/2023/10/12/the-puzzling-disappearance-of-gwen-brunelle/#google_vignettehttps://disappearedblog.com/gwendolyn-brunelle/https://storiesoftheunsolved.com/2023/11/19/gwen-brunelle/Music Credits: •The music in this show is Mystery…

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Rich Bracken | Earn More and Stress Less by Increasing Your Emotional Intelligence 40:10

7M ago40:10

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Rich Bracken is an executive speaker coach, corporate culture consultant, and keynote speaker on emotional intelligence, leadership, motivation, and business differentiation. For over 20 years, he has researched how various leadership styles and employee engagement tactics impact businesses and teams. Through content, thought leadership, data-drive…

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Michelle Lucena 43:56

7M ago43:56

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Michelle Lucena was diagnosed with VEDS, or Vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, after two carotid artery dissections. In this interview, we talk about how these dissections affected her military career, how she’s handled her diagnosis, and how she’s held onto her passion of physical fitness. Find more information, including support groups and webinars…

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Sunday Baroque Conversations 114: Kellen Gray 33:00

7M ago33:00

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Scotland-based American conductor Kellen Gray is Assistant Conductor of the English National Opera and Assistant Conductor of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra. He's attuned to the orchestral repertory, including Bela Bartok, Antonin Dvorak, Aaron Copland, and Ralph Vaughan Williams. He's also passionate about championing African-diasporic comp…

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Lauren Spierer 17:08

8M ago17:08

17:08

Indiana University student Lauren Spierer went out for what should have been a fun night with friends. When Lauren doesn’t return home things take a turn for the worst. Source Material: https://www.indystar.com/story/news/crime/2017/11/08/lauren-spierer-update-prosecutor-says-she-fell-inside-daneil-s-messedanger-zone-hannah-wilsons-kille/843163001/…

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Barnaby Merrill | Will Your Law Firm Be Successful in 15 Years? 38:14

7M ago38:14

38:14

Barnaby Merrill is an Editor for The Legal 500, one of the world’s leading legal directories, which annually updates its comprehensive research to provide insights into the global legal market. The publication assesses the strength of law firms in more than 150 jurisdictions. As editor of The Legal 500’s US-related content, Barnaby is responsible f…

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Taborski McClellen

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Taborski McClellen was diagnosed with Marfan syndrome between 12-13 years old. In the time since his diagnosis, he’s had two retinal detachments, a lung collapse, and an aortic dissection. In this interview, he talks about his story with Marfan, and his book, Living with Marfan syndrome in the Hands of GOD. Find more information, including support …

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Sunday Baroque Conversations 113: Brandon Patrick George 2023 27:06

8M ago27:06

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Grammy-nominated flutist Brandon Patrick George is a member of Imani Winds and has appeared as a soloist with soloist with the Atlanta, Baltimore, and Albany symphonies, American Composers Orchestra, and the Orchestra of St. Luke's, among others. He's also on the faculty of the Curtis Institute of Music. Suzanne spoke with Brandon Patrick George ab…

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Roslyn Tsao | Managing Your People: How To Drive Efficiency and Performance at Your Law Firm 33:51

7M ago33:51

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Roslyn Tsao is the Managing Partner at Epstein Cole LLP, a boutique family law firm where she manages operations, recruitment, and student programs. As a family law attorney, she specializes in parenting arrangements, property division, and support issues and represents high-net-worth individuals with complex assets or compensation structures. Rosl…

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Jacob Frederick (Katie’s brother) 1:09:46

8M ago1:09:46

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I was diagnosed with Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (VEDS), in 2017. In this episode, I’m joined by my brother, Jacob Frederick, to talk about his experience with my diagnosis and hospitalizations. Find more information, including support groups and webinars, about VEDS, Marfan, and Loeys-Dietz, at thevedsmovement.org, loeysdietz.org, and marfan.o…

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Bree Buchanan | Stigma and Silence – Tackling the Legal Industry’s Mental Health Crisis 40:04

8M ago40:04

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Bree Buchanan is a Senior Advisor at Krill Strategies, which improves lawyer well-being by reducing the impact of mental health issues and substance abuse in the legal profession. With a 30-year career as a litigator, lobbyist, law professor, and legal assistance program director, she was a Founding Co-chair of the National Task Force of Lawyer Wel…

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Allison Pullins 45:05

8M ago45:05

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Allison’s son, James, was diagnosed with Marfan when he was 3 years old, following a lens dislocation. James is now 8 years old, and in this episode, Allison talks about his diagnosis story, how they handle communicating Marfan with James, research, navigating the US healthcare care system, and more. Find more information, including support groups …

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