Welcome to LEIGHA WONG, where amazing things happen.
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Hi im Leigha im awkward...tnats it...yup
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Hi! Welcome to my podcast, my name is Leigha. This podcast your basic podcast with me talking about how i’ve been and I will try my VERY best to invite a very fun guest to the show! i really hope you guys enjoy the podcast and if you do download the app Anchor and send us a voice message for me to play on the podcast! Remember, keep it kid friendly! 💘🙂
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Welcome to The Worklife Coach Podcast, hosted by Leigha May, Corporate HR Exec turned Leadership + Life coach. It’s time to step away from the Sunday Scaries, imposter syndrome, and burnout and into self-leadership, emotional intelligence, and intentionality so you can build a fulfilling and authentic work life.
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Professional actors and musicians- Jake, Lillian, Michael, Steve, and Leigha- play a tightly-edited Dungeons and Dragons campaign. After they record, they add sound effects, underscoring, and full-fledged musical numbers! Part of the Broadway Podcast Network.
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So you want you work in healthcare, but you’re not sure where to start. I’m Leigha, your host of this podcast, and I’m bringing you the inside scoop on healthcare professions. From doctors, to PA’s to healthcare administrators and CRNAs, my goal is to let professionals tell their stories, and give honest reviews of the careers they have chosen. So whether you’re considering a job in healthcare, or you simply have an interest in what we do- this show is for you! Listen in for fun medicals fac ...
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From The Greenpoint Palace bar in Brooklyn, New York writers and bartenders, Rita and Marisa have intimate conversations with an eclectic mix of people from all walks of life about their passions, paranoia and perspectives. Featured guests could be artists or authors, exterminators or private investigators, or the person sitting next to you at the bar.
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The Grace and Grit Podcast takes the health fairy tale you've heard all your life and turns it upside down and inside out, helping women rebuild their relationship with their body once and for all. Placing the focus on love and respect, rather than the aggressive demands and unrealistic expectations that have become the norm, Courtney Townley is determined to help women mend the fabric of what is driving the female health story.
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A practical, how-to show that shares how audiences can “escape the middle class” - i.e., successfully navigating education, career, real estate, and retirement planning in the modern financial era.
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Welcome to The Midlife Feast, the podcast for women who are hungry for more in this season of life. I’m your host, Jenn Salib Huber, dietitian, naturopathic doctor and intuitive eating counsellor. Each episode “brings to the table” a different perspective, conversation, or experience about life after 40, designed to help you find the "missing ingredient" you need to thrive, not just survive.
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Whiskey Women podcast seeks to liberate shy or tentative wannabe whiskey drinkers by introducing types and brands of whiskey and discussing them in a delightfully absurd, insistently unserious way. If you like to have your whiskey compared to bad relationships or given senior yearbook superlatives, than sit back, pour yourself the namesake, and listen to two friends explore the feminine side of this historically masculine drink.
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KPC Media is a family-owned newspaper outlet in Northeast Indiana. This account is used strictly for the sports podcast for The Herald Republican, The Star and News Sun newspapers covering three counties. The podcast his hosted by Alex Alvarado (@AlexAKPC), Brice Vance (@BriceVKPC) and Christopher Reed (@ChrisRKPC).
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The Well Woman Podcast was made by females, for females. Bringing out honest, truthful and the sometimes confusing side of women’s health. Join Jema Lee, a expert women’s cycle health educator as she breaks through the taboo topics of periods, poo, sex and sensuality. Together where we’re normalising periods, cracking open real body talk and fem rising the future. This podcast is designed to remind you that your body is amazing, you can achieve balance and body confidence all begins with you ...
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Spending time alone at midlife can feel like an impossible task amid so many responsibilities AND it is incredibly important if you want to cultivate a strong relationship with yourself. Why? Because… It is hard to know yourself if you don’t take time to be with yourself. I think solo adventures can be a great way to reconnect with yourself, reliev…
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What if our flawed social systems pushed people to commit crimes just to survive? In this compelling episode of "People at the Core," we start with a light-hearted chat about a quirky "What Would Justin Timberlake Do?" shirt and reflect on the pop star’s evolving charm, before segueing into a heartfelt discussion about Britney Spears' current strug…
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Episode 365: The Grief Journey: Midlife Challenges and Emotional Healing w/ Claire Schulz Bergman
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Midlife is a period marked by numerous opportunities to grieve. During this stage, we may face the deaths of loved ones, missed opportunities, and the realization of time passing. We also find ourselves letting go of what no longer serves us, experiencing shifts in expectations, and navigating changes in our relationships with parents and children.…
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Restaurants & Relationships, Loving Puppies & Pizza-Making: Day-Drinking with Jenny Olbrich
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What happens when you mix the worlds of pizza and astrology, with a discussion of puppies and pigeons? Join us on this episode of People at the Core as Rita and Marisa kick things off with their latest adventures in town. We’re joined by the incredible Jenny Olbrich, who shares her fascinating journey from her Philly roots to nomadic pizza-making a…
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Are You in True Crime or Sports?: From Skateboarding Videos to Soap Operas to Winning an Emmy, David Herr on the World of Film & TV Editing
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Ever wondered how an Emmy-winning editor got his start? Join us for an engaging chat with David Herr, the man behind some of your favorite TV moments. David's charming Midwestern demeanor and knack for corny jokes will have you laughing as he shares anecdotes about his surname which means 'Mister' in German, inspiring Rita and Marisa to bust out in…
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Episode 364: The Now Factor: Upgrade your health and happiness immediately with one simple step.
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In a world that seems to be spinning faster by the day and giving us more opportunities to consume information and overcomplicate our lives, it is all too easy to underestimate or forget the profound impact that simple measures can make on our health and happiness. For example, learning how to pay attention to your life and be fully present can imp…
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Welcome Home, Son: Ken Ho on Being an "ABT" - American Born Taiwanese, Visiting Taipei, and a Lifetime in the Hospitality Industry
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Ever wondered what it’s like to navigate the highs and lows of the hospitality industry while finding your true passion? Our special guest, Ken, a neighbor and friend who’s seen it all from acting to bartending, joins us for an episode packed with personal stories and industry insights. We kick things off with some fun banter about the relentless s…
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What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Welcome to this week's episode of the Midlife Feast, our season four finale! 🎉 For this special episode, I invited my sister, Friedel to join me. We didn't grow up together, (those details are in the episode) but by luck, we both ended up living in the same city in the Neth…
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Health and happiness should not be at odds in any season. That being said, I see many of my clients struggling to honor both health and happiness in the summer months because they feel that they either have to sacrifice self-care to enjoy the summer or sacrifice enjoying their summer to administer self-care. If that’s you, this episode was made for…
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This episode kicks off with Rita and Marisa sharing their insights on routines, early bedtimes, and the unspoken rules of not texting outside certain hours. We laugh along with their poker anecdotes and the texting habits inspired by Larry David's "Curb Your Enthusiasm." Amidst the summer heat, we find solace in the cool ambiance of Greenpoint Pala…
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What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Juggling menopause and a career is incredibly exhausting when you’re faced with the often unpredictable challenges of sleep issues, brain fog, and “crime-scene” periods as I like to call them. In this episode, I chat with Lauren Chiron, founder of Women of a Certain Stage, …
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Poet S. Galvin on Seattle's Inferiority Complex, Pirates and Pronouns, and the End of Small Press Distribution
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What happens when the worlds of poetry, mental health, and Muppets collide? Join us in this engaging episode of "People at the Core" as Rita, Marisa, and our special guest, acclaimed author and poet S. Galvin, navigate the intricate dance between writing and performing. Marisa opens up about her emotional struggles with her pet Zelda's recent seizu…
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What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! What happens when the pressures of motherhood push you to the brink? In this episode, I'm excited to welcome Tova Leigh, a hilarious mother of three (and fellow twin Mom) who brilliantly exposes the realities of motherhood in a world where social media often only projects p…
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The Life of a Teacher: Rich Piepho on Stripper Names, Storytelling and Finding Passion in Education
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Have you ever wondered what life would be like as a therapist with an enticing voice or imagined the hilarious possibilities of stripper names based on your first pet and street name? Rita and Marisa kick off this lively conversation at Greenpoint Palace Bar in Brooklyn, sharing uproarious stories about phone sex operations and navigating the dark …
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What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! We're mixing things up and adding some fun to our usual midlife and menopause discussions by talking about travel and adventure. Join me as I chat with Natasha, aka The Voyagiste, the creative force behind the Food Joy and Body Joy retreats, including the upcoming one in 20…
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Menopause, a major hormonal transition for women, has not gotten the attention it deserves… until now. Enter Dr. Mary Claire Haver, a board-certified ob-gyn, a certified Culinary Medicine Specialist in medicine nutrition, a Menopause Society Certified Practicioner and the founder of Mary Claire Wellness, a private medical practice that focuses on w…
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Books by Dolan Morgan That's When the Knives Come Down Follow us on Instagram! People at the Core Podcast Email us! peopleatthecorepodcast@gmail.com由Marisa Cadena & Rita Puskas with guest Dolan Morgan
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A Writer's Life: Ninja Turtles, Immigrant Education and the Necessity of a Writing Community with Dolan Morgan
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Ever wondered how childhood dreams and unexpected career paths intersect? Join us as we sit down with Dolan Morgan, a gifted writer and illustrator from Greenpoint, Brooklyn, who takes us on a nostalgic journey from dictating stories to his grandmother, to immersing himself in the vibrant life of New York City. Dolan opens up about their move from …
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Send us a Text Message. "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" is a podcast hosted by Leigha Barbieri, designed to provide an insider's perspective on various healthcare professions. In this episode, Leigha interviews Meg Conover, a seasoned Physician Associate (PA) with 15 years of experience, currently working in internal medicine at a psychiatric h…
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What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Today we're diving into emotional eating, cravings, and why everyone experiences them at one time or another. We'll also talk about how wellness and diet culture often blame menopause and hormones for cravings. I'll share what we actually know about these cravings and hormo…
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The Life of an Artist: Leigha Mason on Clowns, the Commodification of Art and Surviving a Stabbing
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Ever wondered how you can balance the worlds of painting, film, and performance art while living in the heart of New York City? Leigha Mason, a multi-talented artist, takes us through her incredible journey from Phoenix to San Francisco and finally to the bustling streets of NYC. From working to save for her big moves to navigating the challenges o…
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What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Today we’re diving into a fascinating intersection of midlife: athleticism, high-performance sports, and intuitive eating. My guest today is Pam Moore, an occupational therapist who wears many hats: journalist, stand-up comedian, certified intuitive eating counselor, and se…
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The things in the hearts of my clients never cease to amaze and inspire me. They want to travel, They want to shift careers, They want to deepen relationships (and maybe start some new ones), They want to create, They want to advocate for the causes they care about, … and so many other things. In other words, they have so much life to live and expr…
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Can the vibrancy of Brooklyn, the warmth of family ties, and the dynamism of the advertising world all come together in one fascinating conversation? * Absolutely, and Lourdes, a senior integrated producer in advertising, is here to share her incredible journey. From her roots in the Bronx to her cherished life in Brooklyn, Lourdes recounts the imp…
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Send us a Text Message. Interview Tips! In this bonus episode of the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast, host Leigha shares her personal experience with the PA school interview process. Originally an audio from a YouTube video, Leigha offers practical tips and candid advice for aspiring physician assistants. She recounts her own interview,…
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What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! For this Story Session, I’m joined by one of the most authentic examples of joyful movement. Sandra Mikulic is here to share her inspiring journey from treadmill workouts to outdoor trail races. At 43 Sandra started walking on her treadmill, gradually picking up the pace. I…
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Books by K. Hank Jost Deselections MadStone Follow us on Instagram! People at the Core Podcast Email us! peopleatthecorepodcast@gmail.com由Marisa Cadena & Rita Puskas with guests Bonnie Hall & K. Hank Jost
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A Writer's Life: Goats, God and the Deep South with Literary Soulmates K. Hank Jost and Bonnie Hall
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Ever wondered what magic brews when the lives of literary soulmates intertwine?* Hank and Bonnie, the literary power couple who've journeyed from the Deep South to the vibrant streets of Brooklyn, sit down with us to unravel their story. They share their voyage through life and literature, offering glimpses into their existence as a couple that bre…
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What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! As May comes to a close, we're still chatting about bones, osteoporosis, and overall bone health. So the obvious choice was to welcome back Rebekah Rotstein to help us tackle the common worries many of us have after a bone density or DEXA scan, especially when faced with di…
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Sleep is where so much of the magic that keeps us healthy takes place and there are so many reasons we struggle to get enough good quality sleep at midlife. Enter Dr. Leigha Saunders who specializes in helping women sleep better so they can spend more time on what matters to them MOST. With over a decade of experience in women’s health, Leigha’s in…
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We do not have a guest this week, it's just us!* Flipping the page, we muse over the scribbles and chords that charted our course to becoming writers. From childhood musings to the raucous challenges of adulthood, every word we've penned pulses with life's rich tapestry. Listen as we unfold the layers of our creative evolution, from piano keys and …
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of "So You Want to Work in Healthcare," host Leigha Barbieri interviews Omar Khateeb, an entrepreneur and host of the "State of Medtech" podcast. Omar shares his unique journey from medical school dropout to successful medical device sales and marketing professional, and eventually to starting his own company…
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What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! We're diving into a tricky topic today: orthorexia. While it’s not officially classified as an eating disorder, it shares a lot of similarities and is a form of disordered eating. What most people don’t understand is that perimenopause is a particularly vulnerable window fo…
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The Life of an Artist: A.J. Springer on Creativity, Mental Health and What Makes a New Yorker
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When you meet someone who embodies the spirit of New York, you can't help but be drawn into their world.* A.J. Springer isn't just an artist; she's a living, breathing part of the city that never sleeps. This vibrant conversation takes you on an explorations of what it truly means to be a New Yorker. Venture into the art industry's labyrinth with A…
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What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! If you’ve been around for a while, you’ll recognize today’s guest and know you’re in for a real treat. Sleep expert Dr. Leigha Saunders ND is back to help us make the connection between sleep and burnout-a very common experience in midlife. As we dive into the challenges of…
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One of the most common things I coach midlife women on in my coaching practice is integrity pain, the very real discomfort that shows up mentally, emotionally and even physically, when we are not living as truly authentic and fully expressed humans. There is no shortage of things that cause integrity pain, of course, but in this episode of the Grac…
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Ever found yourself captivated by the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and wondered about the story behind the beans?* Enrique, our guest this week, is a coffee buyer with an exceptional tale that starts in the vibrant heart of Oxnard, California, and stretches across continents. As he unfolds his family's journey from Mexico to the US, we connect ov…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast, hosts Leigha Barbieri and guest Heather Struhl, both physician assistants, delve into the top ten highest paying specialties for PAs. They kick off with a discussion on the painful experience of IUD insertion, advocating for better pain management guidelines…
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What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Welcome to another episode of the Midlife Feast! Today, we're diving into my favorite topic: intuitive eating and breaking free from the dieting cycle. Joining us is the incredible Dr. Alexis Conason, a US-based psychologist and author of Diet-Free Revolution. We're not jus…
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Books by Sean Welsh One From the Ice Daylight Maybe Follow us on Instagram! People at the Core Podcast Email us! peopleatthecorepodcast@gmail.com由Marisa Cadena & Rita Puskas with guest Sean Welsh
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Imagine uprooting your life and plunging into the heart of New York City's literary world.* That's precisely what Sean Welsh did, and in our latest episode, he shares the raw and transformative tale of a writer's journey in a city that never sleeps. From the echoes of laughter in the storied Greenpoint Palace Bar to the trials of sobriety amidst an…
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What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Join me and parent coach Oona Hanson for a compassionate conversation about the tangled relationship between diet culture, body image, and family dynamics. Drawing from both professional expertise and personal journey through eating disorder recovery, Oona offers helpful in…
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Losing hormones at midlife can make life challenging in so many ways AND… There are a lot of things we can do to minimize suffering as we transition through pre and post-menopause, which is precisely what we are exploring on this episode of the Grace & Grit podcast. My dear friend and functional diagnostic practitioner, Laini Gray, joins me to disc…
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Breaking Barriers in Healthcare: Lauren Leckliter's Path from ICU Nurse to Clinical Specialist
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of "So You Want to Work in Healthcare?" host Leigha Barbieri interviews Lauren Leckliter, a seasoned nurse and clinical specialist in thoracic perfusion. Lauren shares her deeply personal journey into healthcare, shaped by her father's accident and her own medical challenges as a child. She discusses the real…
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What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! If you're ready to hop off the dieting rollercoaster, you might be starting to wonder what body acceptance really means for you. But here's the thing: a lot of folks mix up body acceptance with giving up, and it’s just not the case! So, in this quick solo episode, I'm going…
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What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Building and maintaining new movement habits can feel daunting, especially if you don’t enjoy moving as much as you did in the past, or are learning to navigate changes to your physical abilities in midlife. But as my guest and I both agree, fitness culture has way overcomp…
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Attention, ladies! It’s time to rethink our approach to health and wellness if we want to age power-fully. Our bodies undergo profound changes as we cross the midlife threshold, with the departure of crucial hormones like estrogen and progesterone making us less resilient to stress. Ignoring this reality makes the pursuit of powerful aging an uphil…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the "So, You Want to Work in Healthcare?" podcast, host Leigha and returning guest Heather discuss the top ten healthcare jobs as reported by U.S. News. They provide insights into each profession, discussing aspects like median salaries, job projections, and educational requirements. The episode also touch…
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What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! If dieting has left you flat-out exhausted mentally, physically, and emotionally, I want to assure you that you are not the problem. The problem is that diets and food rules have called the shots for decades of our lives. New diets mean new rules. More rules mean more confu…
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Send us a Text Message. This episode of the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast features Dr. Sanjay Juneja (you may know him as @theoncdoc), a hematologist-oncologist, entrepreneur, podcast host, and social media personality. Host Leigha Barbieri delves into Dr. Juneja's journey into medicine, his passion for teaching, and his personal expe…
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