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200 Episodes Later: Celebrate, Collaborate, and Stop Waiting to Live

September 29, 2026

This podcast started with a different name, four hosts, and two episodes a week. Some of that worked, and some didn't. Instead of just pushing through, the team paid attention, got honest about what was working, and made changes. That's how the show reached its 200-episode milestone.Drs. Hurley and Sotelo look back at the lessons that have shaped them. Joanne tells how her biggest retreat so far only worked once she let go of hyper-independence and leaned on a team. Erin talks about how being...

199. CLASSIC REWIND - Breaking The Silence: The Truth About Suicide In The Medical Field

September 22, 2026

Physician suicide isn't just a statistic; it's a crisis impacting the heart of healthcare. In this episode, we explore why so many doctors suffer in silence and what's finally being done to change that. Learn the risk factors and how small actions can make a big difference. Tune in to break the silence and be part of the solution.Key Takeaways To Listen ForAccording to many sources, roughly 300 to 400 U.S. physicians die by suicide each yearFemale physicians carry a higher suicide rate than n...

198. When High Functioning Hides High Risk: Dr. Joanne Sotelo on Women Physicians and Suicide Awareness

September 15, 2026

Physicians are trained to recognize crisis in everyone except themselves. Drs. Erin Hurley and Joanne Sotelo explore how competence, productivity, and the pressure to keep going can hide serious distress, especially among women physicians.Burnout, depression, and suicidal thoughts require different forms of support. The episode examines when coaching or psychiatric care may be needed, the fears that keep physicians from seeking help, and how simply asking, staying present, and offering suppor...