Best Life Excellence Podcasts (2024)

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From Passion to Policy Solutions 37:30

2d ago37:30

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Send us a text Discover the transformative journey of Delvin Davis, a senior policy analyst at the Southern Poverty Law Center, who turned his passion into a commitment to social justice and policy reform. Raised in rural North Carolina, Delvin's early exposure to Black history and influential figures sparked a lifelong curiosity about systemic ine…

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Grace and Grit: Navigating A Career Path through Law and Public Service 36:51

13d ago36:51

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Send us a text Grace and determination are powerful allies on the journey to success, as demonstrated by our inspiring guest, Delicia Reynolds-Hand, Senior Director of Digital Marketplace at Consumer Reports. From her beginnings in a close-knit Jamaican community to her impactful career in the DMV area, Delicia's story is a testament to the resilie…

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Results Oriented: Driving Social Change through Research and Data 24:25

26d ago24:25

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Send us a text Discover how data can be more than just numbers and charts—it's a catalyst for social change. Join us as we chat with Dr. M. William Bill Sermons, Vice President of Research at Volunteers of America, whose journey from a civically-engaged upbringing in Washington, D.C to pioneering data-driven social change is nothing short of inspir…

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Humanizing Healthcare Through Professional Development with Graham McMahon, MD, MMSc 53:52

1M ago53:52

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Can a holistic approach to professional development transform the way we connect with each other and deliver patient care? This Clinical Life brings you an insightful discussion between host Stephen Beeson, MD and special guest Graham McMahon, MD, MMSc, President and CEO of the ACCME. In this episode, we explore the shift in healthcare professional…

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Perseverance and Adaptability 21:59

3M ago21:59

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Send us a text In this episode, I’m joined by special guest Dr. Justene Hill Edwards, Ph.D., Associate Professor of History at the University of Virginia. We discuss a variety of topics, including perseverance, adaptability, and her journey from Oakland, California to award-winning historian and writer. Tune in for her inspiring testimony of overco…

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Finding Your Why: How Purpose Powers the Clinician and Patient Experience with Jonathan Fisher, MD, FACC 51:40

3M ago51:40

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How can purpose help shape the way we provide care to ourselves and to the patients and communities we serve? In this episode of This Clinical Life, our host, Stephen Beeson, MD, sits down with cardiologist, healthcare leader, and best-selling author Jonathan Fisher, MD, FACC, to explore the impact of clinician well-being on patient care, the power…

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Promo / Trailer - Unbiased Narratives with Kenneth W. Edwards 1:08

4M ago1:08

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Send us a text Welcome to Unbiased Narratives: Celebrating Black Excellence through Conversations about Career, Business, and Life!

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Rendezvous with Excellence 13:35

4M ago13:35

13:35

Send us a text In this episode, I'll introduce myself, discuss why I began this podcast, and briefly explain aspects of my personal journey. Please join me and subscribe!

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From Burnout to Balance: Cultivating Compassion for Care Teams and Patients with Beth Lown, MD 49:32

4M ago49:32

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From witnessing unprecedented levels of illness and suffering to dealing with high rates of fear, burnout, anxiety, and depression, healthcare workers have endured immense challenges over the last couple of years. In this episode of This Clinical Life, our host, Stephen Beeson, MD sits down with Beth Lown, MD, the Chief Medical Officer of The Schwa…

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Shaping the Future of Nursing: Leveraging Research to Maximize Nurse Leader Impact with Lesly Kelly, PhD, RN, FAAN and Marla Weston, PhD, RN, FAAN 33:38

5M ago33:38

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How can we leverage nursing research to foster a culture where nurses feel empowered and equipped to improve care delivery? In this episode of This Clinical Life, hosted by nurses for nurses, we’re joined by Marla J. Weston, PhD, RN, FAAN, and Lesly Kelly, PhD, RN, FAAN. Together, we’ll discuss the current state of nursing, explore the demographic …

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Thriving Together: Cultivating Gender Equity and Engagement in the Healthcare Workforce with Shikha Jain, MD, FACP 44:16

6M ago44:16

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In this episode of This Clinical Life, Stephen Beeson, MD sits down with Shikha Jain, MD, FACP, an esteemed oncologist, community builder, and prominent advocate for gender equity. Together, they will explore impactful strategies aimed at advancing gender equity in healthcare, and share tips to foster a collaborative and supportive environment to e…

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Elevating the Human Experience Through Skill Building in Healthcare with Jason Wolf, PhD, CPXP, President and CEO of The Beryl Institute 52:22

8M ago52:22

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Given the challenges facing healthcare, is it possible to enhance the human experience for both patients and providers while also addressing margin pressures and mitigating care team member burnout? In this episode of This Clinical Life, our host, Stephen Beeson, MD, sat down with Jason Wolf, PhD, CPXP, President and CEO of The Beryl Institute, to …

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Living to Give - Our Most Proven Wonder Drug with Stephen Trzeciak, MD, MPH 47:23

9M ago47:23

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Does caring make a difference? In this episode of This Clinical Life, our host, Stephen Beeson, MD, sits down with Stephen Trzeciak, MD, MPH, a physician-scientist, professor, and best-selling author of Compassionomics and Wonder Drug, to explore the role of compassion and human connection in healthcare. In this discussion, they will cover a range …

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Micro Steps, Macro Impact: Transforming Healthcare Through Microlearning with Resa Lewiss, MD and Adaira Landry, MD MEd 49:39

11M ago49:39

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Did you know that we tend to forget almost 80% of what we learn within 30 days? How do we offset this forgetting curve? In this episode of This Clinical Life, our host, Dr. Stephen Beeson, sits down with Dr. Resa Lewiss and Dr. Adaira Landry to explore how breaking down complex skills into bite-sized, easily-digestible pieces of information can tra…

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Driving Change Through Effective Leadership With Retired US Army LTG Mark Hertling 50:27

1y ago50:27

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In healthcare, leadership extends beyond decision-making. Now, more than ever, there is an immense need for healthcare leaders to engage teams, advance culture, and develop the skills required to retain clinical talent. In this episode of This Clinical Life, join Stephen Beeson, MD, and retired U.S. Army LTG Mark Hertling as they discuss the crucia…

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Creating Care Team Safety - It’s OK to Ask for Help with J. Corey Feist, JD, MBA 45:23

1y ago45:23

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While there has been considerable emphasis on improving the well-being of clinicians, there is much to be done to alleviate the stress and burnout experienced by the entire healthcare workforce. In this episode of This Clinical Life, we'll explore the importance of cultivating a work environment where everyone in healthcare feels safe to ask for he…

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Charting a Path Forward - Empowering Nurses to Lead with Bob Dent 34:33

1+ y ago34:33

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In this episode, Stephen Beeson, MD, and Bob Dent, DNP, RN, FAAN, discuss the significance of nurses in leadership roles and their profound impact on the quality of care delivery. How can nurse leaders continue to bring their clinical expertise, leadership skills, and ability to drive positive change in an ever-changing healthcare landscape? This e…

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Rethinking Work-Life Balance From the Clinician's Perspective with Mark Shapiro, MD 51:32

1+ y ago51:32

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In this episode of This Clinical Life, we are joined by Mark Shapiro, MD, hospitalist and host of the amazing Explore the Space Podcast, as he shares personal stories about pursuing high-impact endeavors to fuel passion, reignite purpose, and support personal growth. Link to Ebook: https://practicingexcellence.com/ebook-bac/ Link to Dr. Shapiro's E…

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A Conversion About Workplace Violence with Mel Cortez, RN and Britt DiNatale, RN 47:11

1+ y ago47:11

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How do we advance practical strategies and actions that address nurse workplace violence? How do we make it clear that violence should NOT be part of the job? In this for nurses, by nurses episode of This Clinical Life LIVE, we are joined by Britt DiNatale and Mel Cortez - nurse leaders supporting and advocating for the safety of nurses in the work…

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Value-Based Care in the Exam Room with Jennifer Main Rutberg, MD 46:27

1+ y ago46:27

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Delivering clinical excellence for patients at a lower cost is one of the greatest challenges we are currently facing. In this episode, Jennifer Main Rutberg, MD, shares valuable insight on the importance of having clear and productive conversations about value-based care. This episode comes from a live recording. If you wish to join the conversati…

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Through the Patient Lens with Stephanie Abbott 37:14

1+ y ago37:14

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In this episode, Dr. Stephen Beeson sits down with Stephanie Abbott, Chief Experience Officer and CEO of Abbott Solutions, to discuss the importance of creating a frictionless care process and paying attention to the moments that transform and define the experience of patients. This episode comes from a live recording. If you wish to join the conve…

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Creating Patient Loyalty with Chris Malone 43:15

1+ y ago43:15

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This episode features Chris Malone, founder and chairman of Fidelum Health, as well as coauthor of the award-winning book, The HUMAN Brand. Chris has a unique, outside-in perspective on creating patient trust, loyalty, and connection to health care organizations. With our host, Dr. Stephen Beeson, Chris shares valuable insight on how to achieve wid…

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A Clinician's Search for Meaning with Dr. Stef Simmons 49:30

2y ago49:30

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In this episode of This Clinical Life, Dr. Simmons shares stories about her search for meaning and the impact it has had on her life. Her story, for any clinician, provides a great framework for finding your "why medicine" again and leading a more fulfilling life. This episode comes from a live recording. If you wish to join the conversation live n…

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Nurse Workforce Challenges with Marla J. Weston, PhD, RN, FAAN 59:11

2y ago59:11

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This episode features Marla Weston, Ph.D., RN, FAAN, former CEO of the American Nurses Association. Join us as she shares her vision for the future of the nursing workforce and the big-picture thinking needed to get us there. This episode comes from a live recording. If you wish to join the conversation live next time, feel free to follow us on our…

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You can do anything 13:38

2+ y ago13:38

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This episode was a recap of recent life events for me, I apologize for the long layoff life has been hectic but during these hectic moments we were able to find so much growth and realize that we can actually do anything. During this episode I highlighted some of my mental strategies to maintain motivation to overcome the obstacles that life throws…

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Life’s little steps 3:34

3y ago3:34

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We have faced adversity more times than we can remember and overcome it time and time again. We can still do the same if we use our prior resilience and experiences.

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Pick Up The Phone And Sell, Alex Goldfayn 32:00

3y ago32:00

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Alex Goldfayne, a two-time Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author, discusses techniques for doubling your sales. We discuss his new book, Pick Up The Phone and Sell. Pick Up The Phone and SellBy Chandler Barron

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Ryan Palmer | Ep/085 48:17

3+ y ago48:17

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Ryan Palmer is nearly a 20-year veteran of the PGA Tour who has won multiple times. He has seen and experienced it all. At 44-years-old, Ryan is playing some of the best golf of his career. He shares his passion and drive to continue to get better. Topics: Origin Story: Growing up and playing golf in Amarillo, Texas Teachers/Trainers: Dad taught hi…

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Carlos Ortiz | Ep/084 39:51

3+ y ago39:51

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A lifelong goal achieved for Carlos Ortiz when he got his first win on the PGA Tour earlier this season. He is the first Mexican-born player to win on the PGA Tour in more than 40 years. Currently, Carlos lives in Dallas and shares his story of growing up and learning to play golf in Mexico, climbing the competitive ladder and becoming one of the b…

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Laurie Canter | Ep/083 43:19

3+ y ago43:19

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Laurie Canter started playing golf at 13 years old and went on to win the South African Amateur Championship in 2010. He saved up for the trip by working at the nine-hole course across the road from his home in Bath, England. Since then, Laurie has finished in the top 20 in nine of his last 17 starts and is not only known for his great form but for…

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Me & My Golf | Ep/082 50:41

3+ y ago50:41

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When you want to become a better golfer and human being, who and where do you turn to for online instruction? Andy Proudman and Piers Ward of Me and My Golf. The two expert coaches target and support everyone from high handicappers to players at the top of the game. Andy and Piers share how stats, coaching sessions, habits, traits, and consistent p…

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Greg Brisco, How to pick your charitable cause, Episode 032 9:56

3+ y ago9:56

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Show Notes We're talking with Greg Brisco who has spent most of his career in sales leadership, and now is a recruiter for sales leadership. Greg is the VP of Recruiting at SomethingNew, which is a unique staffing and recruiting firm. We discuss how to pick a charitable cause that fits with your personality and career. But if I write my eulogy, wha…

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Dr. Anthony Lyssy | Ep/081 1:15:38

3+ y ago1:15:38

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Dr. Anthony Lyssy is on the cutting edge of health and wellness. He identifies new ways to improve performance and create better awareness of functional wellness, which play a role in earning an edge in golf and in life. Take care of your body and mind by following his four Pillars of Wellness: Nutrition, movement, regeneration, and stress. Topics:…

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Tom Lewis | Ep/080 50:08

3+ y ago50:08

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Tom Lewis is one of the best young players in the game. He is a two-time champ on the European Tour. Now, the English golfer is splitting his time between the PGA and European Tour. Despite all his early success, Tom has faced adversity in his career. Tom shares how he overcame some demons to improve his performance to be a top 50 player in the wor…

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The Always chasing excellence podcast: Creating a life you love with a plan detailed by you 16:56

4y ago16:56

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Too many times in our life have we had a great idea goal thought that could’ve been more than we are allowed it to be. We didn’t take the time out to put the pen to paper I speak it into existence or go through the necessary thought process to take it from a thought to an action , it’s reality let’s do it together let’s make your dreams a reality l…

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Robert Rock | Ep/079 1:00:33

4y ago1:00:33

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Robert Rock not only has one of the best golf swings in the world and plays a full schedule on the European Tour, but continues to coach other players. The players he competes against each week seek out his advice. Robert is the defending champion at Abu Dhabi where he held off Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy on a Sunday to win. Also, Robert is a form…

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