"It all comes back to figuring out how to connect with individuals" Dr. Kierstin Kennedy is a Hospitalist and Associate Professor of Medicine at University of Alabama-Birmingham. She is also Chief Medical Officer at UAB Hospital, the 8th largest hospital in the United States. She joins us to take what frequently sounds like a platitude, the idea of authentic leadership, and gives it real meaning and vitality. She is a remarkable leader, teacher and collaborator who also runs the superb...

"It's often a very personalized conversation" Dr. Austin Chiang is a Gastroenterologist and Chief Medical Officer for the endoscopy business of Medtronic. He is also one of the most influential and entertaining physician voices across social media. He recently published a fantastic new book entitled "Gut: An Owner's Guide" which breaks down the digestive system and digestive health for a very broad audience. Clearly, Dr. Chiang is an expert on prioritization, and we dive into this critical...

"We are talking about the power of individuals to shape their community's health" Aliya Bhatia is the Executive Director at Vot-ER and Civic Health Month, a nonpartisan organization working to integrate civic engagement into healthcare . Over 700 hospitals and clinics plus 50,000 health professionals use Vot-ER's tools and resources to ensure their colleagues and patients are registered to vote. September 17th is National Voter Registration Day, no better time to hear from her, and she is...

"It's hard to put it on a webpage and describe how powerful it is" Dr. Sasha Shillcutt is a cardiac anesthesiologist, author of 2 books, and the creator of the Brave Enough Women's Conference. She joins us to discuss how she thinks about work-life balance, what happens when people experience a transformational conference, and why she loves lifting heavy weights. Listen to Sasha's previous appearance on Explore The Space Podcast here Check out the archive of Explore The Space...

"It was important for us to be very direct" Dr. Adaira Landry and Dr. Resa Lewiss are back together on Explore The Space Podcast! This time, these two extraordinary ER docs are here to discuss their new book "MicroSkills" and things they would have liked to have learned earlier in their career. These two are remarkable coaches, educators, and writers, enjoy! Listen to Resa and Adaira's previous appearance on Explore The Space Podcast here Check out the archive of Explore The Space...

Dr. Danielle Sarno is the Director of Interventional Pain Management in the Department of Neurosurgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and an Instructor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Harvard Medical School. She joins Explore The Space Podcast to discuss powerful ongoing work in the equity space, focusing on effective mentorship and sponsorship. She also shares her journey in the critical art of learning to say No when asked and invited to do more. Check out the archive...

"It's interesting what happens when we open ourselves up to receive people" Dr. Kimberly Manning is back for the best tradition ever, coming on Explore The Space at the end of the year to reflect, reset, and move into what is to come. She is the best, this conversation goes all over the place and it's wonderful. Enjoy! Check out Dr. Manning's previous appearances on Explore The Space Podcast Check out the archive of Explore The Space Podcast The Explore The Space Merchandise Store...

"It's about heroes!" Dr. Lindsey Fitzharris is one of the world's finest medical historians, Adrian Teal is a wonderful artist and caricaturist. Together they have combined on the superb new book "Plague-Busters". We had such fun discussing this book which, while directed towards a younger audience, is a blast for any reader. Check out Dr. Fitzharris' previous appearance on Explore The Space Podcast here! It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we are proud to amplify The Breasties,...

"That's what's been our goal, showing that sense of urgency" Dr. Michael Galvez is a Pediatric Hand Surgeon in California, Dr. Cesar Padilla is an Obstetric Anesthesiologist and Intensivist in California and they join Explore The Space Podcast to discuss National Latino Physician Day and the critical need to increase the number of Latino/a physicians in the United States. In turns eye-opening and inspiring, this was a fantastic discussion! Check out the archive of Explore The Space...

"How do I learn to save myself in this world where I'm asked to save others?" Anthony Chin-Quee is an Ear, Nose and Throat specialist who wrote the stunning memoir "I Can't Save You". We covered the various writing styles and techniques he used this remarkable work and the challenge of finding yourself while learning how to be a doctor. We also dive deep into financial literacy, empty carbs and being on strike. This was outstanding! Check out the archive of Explore The Space...

Dr. Nora Volkow is a Psychiatrist and the Director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) at the National Institutes of Health. She joins Explore The Space Podcast for a powerful discussion on the impact of synthetic opioids on the risk of overdose and unintentional death, the massive impact of Social Determinants of Health, and the importance of providing medication as part of the treatment of opioid use disorder. Check out the archive of Explore The Space Podcast The Explore...

"We can accelerate change in this country" Dr. Annie Andrews is a Pediatrician, a leading gun violence researcher and the founder of "Their Future, Our Vote", an organization focused on supporting lawmakers who put the needs of children first in policy decisions. She comes back to Explore The Space Podcast to discuss "Their Future", the importance of positive self-talk, and her upcoming appearance at "Rock The Ride" Link to register for Rock The Ride on 6/24/23 Archive of Explore The...

The Ted Lasso finale has aired, and what a finale it was! Mark and Sayed are joined by Dr. Jaime Coleman once again to break it all down. We also take time to say farewell to MedLasso, and what a ride it's been! Thank You to everyone who has listened, shared, amplified, and participated in this incredible #MedLasso community! Check out the archive of "MedLasso" here and get caught up! The Explore The Space Merchandise Store is open! Please check it out Please join in the MedLasso...

"The more you do it, the easier it gets" June is Gun Violence Awareness Month, and in that spirit we welcome Dr. Katrina Green to Explore The Space Podcast. Dr. Green is an emergency physician in Tennessee who has emerged as a powerful and committed advocate on a variety of issues. She has recently received much attention for her work and presence during recent sessions of the Tennessee State Legislature. We dive into this historical moment, as well as her journey building skills and...

We're down to the penultimate episode of Ted Lasso, so naturally it's time to talk legacy. Dr. Jane Liebschutz joins Sayed and Mark for a deep dive into Ted Lasso season 3 episode 11. We cover legacy, healing and the cool way Jane and Mark are connected since the early 1990s. This was so fantastic, enjoy and listen all the way to the end for a fun announcement too. Check out "Doctors Diaries" here Check out the archive of "MedLasso" here and get caught up! The Explore The Space...

It's time for a MedLasso recap of Ted Lasso Season 3, Episode 10, but first we have something to celebrate! Sayed's new book "These Vital Signs" is available now! We take some time to celebrate his amazing achievement, then dive into the joy of Ted Lasso S3, E10. Celebrate with us! Check out the archive of "MedLasso" here and get caught up! The Explore The Space Merchandise Store is open! Please check it out Please join in the MedLasso conversation on Twitter, and tag your tweets...

It's time for a MedLasso recap of Ted Lasso Season 3, Episode 9, and we knock it out of the park with Jamie Coleman as our guest. She's a superb leader and a wonderful Trauma Surgeon, her insights on leadership are absolutely incredible. Enjoy! Check out the archive of "MedLasso" here and get caught up! The Explore The Space Merchandise Store is open! Please check it out Please join in the MedLasso conversation on Twitter, and tag your tweets with #MedLasso Please subscribe to and...

It's time for a MedLasso recap of Ted Lasso Season 3, Episode 8! Sayed and Mark are joined by Dr. Ali Raja and we go deep on the stories we tell ourselves, our self-talk and how we respond to situations. This was absolutely fascinating! Check out the archive of "MedLasso" here and get caught up! The Explore The Space Merchandise Store is open! Please check it out Please join in the MedLasso conversation on Twitter, and tag your tweets with #MedLasso Please subscribe to and rate...

It's time for a MedLasso recap of Ted Lasso Season 3, Episode 7, and on Mark's birthday no less! Sayed and Mark are joined by Dr. Jared Rubenstein to discuss a truly remarkable episode Check out the archive of "MedLasso" here and get caught up! The Explore The Space Merchandise Store is open! Please check it out Please join in the MedLasso conversation on Twitter, and tag your tweets with #MedLasso Please subscribe to and rate Explore The Space on Apple Podcasts or wherever you...

Dr. Chelsea Dorsey is a Vascular Surgeon and Vice-Chair of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Department of Surgery at University of Chicago. Dr. Jeff Matthews is Chief of Surgery at University of Chicago. They join Explore The Space Podcast to discuss the remarkable work they've done building sustainable and reproducible DEI infrastructure within their department. This is absolutely riveting, enjoy! Check out the archive of Explore The Space Podcast The Explore The Space...

It's time for a MedLasso recap of Ted Lasso Season 3, Episode 6 , The show comes back strong and Joe Thomas is here to break it all down. Check out the archive of "MedLasso" here and get caught up! The Explore The Space Merchandise Store is open! Please check it out Please join in the MedLasso conversation on Twitter, and tag your tweets with #MedLasso Please subscribe to and rate Explore The Space on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download podcasts. Email feedback or ideas...

It's time for a MedLasso recap of Ted Lasso Season 3, Episode 5 , Laurie Baedke joins us to break down a frustrating and decidedly not fun episode. Check out the archive of "MedLasso" here and get caught up! The Explore The Space Merchandise Store is open! Please check it out Please join in the MedLasso conversation on Twitter, and tag your tweets with #MedLasso Please subscribe to and rate Explore The Space on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download podcasts. Email feedback or...

It's time for a MedLasso recap of Ted Lasso Season 3, Episode 4, Dr. Jade Teakell joins us to break down anger in all its manifestations after a powerful episode. Check out the archive of "MedLasso" here and get caught up! The Explore The Space Merchandise Store is open! Please check it out Please join in the MedLasso conversation on Twitter, and tag your tweets with #MedLasso Please subscribe to and rate Explore The Space on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download...

It's time for a MedLasso recap of Ted Lasso Season 3, Episode 3, especially Zava's superhuman pulmonary mechanics. Dr. Ken Tegtmeyer is here for just that purpose and we had a blast! Enjoy! Check out the archive of "MedLasso" here and get caught up! The Explore The Space Merchandise Store is open! Please check it out Please join in the MedLasso conversation on Twitter, and tag your tweets with #MedLasso Please subscribe to and rate Explore The Space on Apple Podcasts or wherever...