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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) MDK & KRC https://storage.buzzsprout.com/kujs7dmffym3qgbna9eexfir48co?.jpg The Long Call Ep. 23 - Hot Takes from the Call Room (Strong Opinions, Weak Evidence) Ep. 23 - Hot Takes from the Call Room (Strong Opinions, Weak Evidence) Every physician has opinions they usually save for post-call brunch. In this episode, we bring ours to the mic. From schedule chaos at the end of the year to the surprising joys of chief year, we unpack the residency hot takes we’re willing to defend — and invite listeners to decide where they stand.

]]> Every physician has opinions they usually save for post-call brunch. In this episode, we bring ours to the mic. From schedule chaos at the end of the year to the surprising joys of chief year, we unpack the residency hot takes we’re willing to defend — and invite listeners to decide where they stand.

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-19192389 Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1075 23 full false Ep. 22 - "Black Clouds" Ep. 22 - "Black Clouds" Ever feel like you’re on a streak where everything that can go wrong… does? This week we unpack the idea of “black clouds” in residency - why they happen, how they can affect you, and how to get through them with perspective and support.

Audio editor: Kaylee Morris

]]> Ever feel like you’re on a streak where everything that can go wrong… does? This week we unpack the idea of “black clouds” in residency - why they happen, how they can affect you, and how to get through them with perspective and support.

Audio editor: Kaylee Morris

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-19125560 Mon, 04 May 2026 22:00:00 -0400 1117 22 full false Ep. 21 - Mentorship with Dr. Margaret Rush Ep. 21 - Mentorship with Dr. Margaret Rush In this episode, MDK sits down with Dr. Margaret Rush to unpack one of the most talked-about - but perhaps most nebulous - parts of training: mentorship. From finding your first mentor to building a mentorship “team,” Dr. Rush shares practical strategies, common pitfalls, and how these relationships evolve from residency into fellowship and beyond. Whether you’re an intern just getting started or a senior looking to be more intentional, this episode offers actionable insights you can use right away.

Audio editor: Kaylee Morris

]]> In this episode, MDK sits down with Dr. Margaret Rush to unpack one of the most talked-about - but perhaps most nebulous - parts of training: mentorship. From finding your first mentor to building a mentorship “team,” Dr. Rush shares practical strategies, common pitfalls, and how these relationships evolve from residency into fellowship and beyond. Whether you’re an intern just getting started or a senior looking to be more intentional, this episode offers actionable insights you can use right away.

Audio editor: Kaylee Morris

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-19043065 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1600 21 full false Ep. 20 - Organizational Principles for Residency Ep. 20 - Organizational Principles for Residency In this solo episode, MDK reflects on the role of organization in residency; not as perfection, but as a tool for clarity and sustainability, sharing simple strategies to manage tasks, tame the inbox, and create systems that can actually work in real life. Please write to us with your organizational methods that have worked in residency at LongCallPodcast@gmail.com!

]]> In this solo episode, MDK reflects on the role of organization in residency; not as perfection, but as a tool for clarity and sustainability, sharing simple strategies to manage tasks, tame the inbox, and create systems that can actually work in real life. Please write to us with your organizational methods that have worked in residency at LongCallPodcast@gmail.com!

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-18928111 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400 903 20 full false Ep. 19 - Research during Training with Dr. Keisha Mulugeta-Gordon Ep. 19 - Research during Training with Dr. Keisha Mulugeta-Gordon Join us as we chat with a current fellow about the realities of doing research during residency. She shares about choosing projects, finding the right mentor, balancing research with clinical work, and pushing projects across the finish line. We also discuss how research shapes fellowship applications, clinical thinking, and professional identity. Whether you’re excited about research or unsure where to start, this conversation offers practical advice and honest perspective for  navigating research during training.
Audio Editor: Kaylee Morris

]]> Join us as we chat with a current fellow about the realities of doing research during residency. She shares about choosing projects, finding the right mentor, balancing research with clinical work, and pushing projects across the finish line. We also discuss how research shapes fellowship applications, clinical thinking, and professional identity. Whether you’re excited about research or unsure where to start, this conversation offers practical advice and honest perspective for  navigating research during training.
Audio Editor: Kaylee Morris

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-18851343 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400 1659 19 full false Ep. 18 - Leadership in Residency Ep. 18 - Leadership in Residency We're unpacking what leadership looks like in residency, and why you’re probably already leading more than you may realize. From informal influence on busy call nights to formal committee roles, we explore how to get involved without burning out and why early professionalism builds lasting leadership capital. Whether you’re an intern or a senior, this conversation will encourage you to lead with intention, balance, and impact.
Audio Editor: Kaylee Morris

]]> We're unpacking what leadership looks like in residency, and why you’re probably already leading more than you may realize. From informal influence on busy call nights to formal committee roles, we explore how to get involved without burning out and why early professionalism builds lasting leadership capital. Whether you’re an intern or a senior, this conversation will encourage you to lead with intention, balance, and impact.
Audio Editor: Kaylee Morris

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-18771840 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1710 18 full false Ep. 17 - Wellness in Training with Dr. DaCarla Albright Ep. 17 - Wellness in Training with Dr. DaCarla Albright In this episode we sit down with Dr. DaCarla Albright for an honest conversation about what actually can help improve trainee well-being. Moving beyond eye-roll–inducing initiatives, we explore what residents are really reacting to, what the data says truly moves the needle, and where programs often get it wrong. Dr. Albright shares hard truths for leadership, practical steps programs and individuals can take in the short-term, and a hopeful vision for the future of medical training.

]]> In this episode we sit down with Dr. DaCarla Albright for an honest conversation about what actually can help improve trainee well-being. Moving beyond eye-roll–inducing initiatives, we explore what residents are really reacting to, what the data says truly moves the needle, and where programs often get it wrong. Dr. Albright shares hard truths for leadership, practical steps programs and individuals can take in the short-term, and a hopeful vision for the future of medical training.

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-18728950 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1865 17 full false Ep. 16 - Connection over Cure: Rethinking Wellness in Residency Ep. 16 - Connection over Cure: Rethinking Wellness in Residency Wellness events don’t cure burnout - but they can build community, reduce isolation, and create moments of humanity in a demanding system. In this episode, we unpack why wellness initiatives sometimes draw eye-rolls, what can make them fall flat, and how to design events that feel supportive rather than performative. The goal isn’t forced happiness, but sustainability and connection.

]]> Wellness events don’t cure burnout - but they can build community, reduce isolation, and create moments of humanity in a demanding system. In this episode, we unpack why wellness initiatives sometimes draw eye-rolls, what can make them fall flat, and how to design events that feel supportive rather than performative. The goal isn’t forced happiness, but sustainability and connection.

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-18686702 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1288 16 full false Ep. 15 - Mental Health Ep. 15 - Mental Health Residency is stressful, and as we've discussed, burnout is common. But in this episode, we explore how to recognize when struggles may be more than burnout. We discuss early warning signs, when to seek support, and the mental health resources typically accessible through residency and GME. We also name the impact of high-acuity work and difficult patient outcomes, and why asking for help is an essential part of professionalism. 

]]> Residency is stressful, and as we've discussed, burnout is common. But in this episode, we explore how to recognize when struggles may be more than burnout. We discuss early warning signs, when to seek support, and the mental health resources typically accessible through residency and GME. We also name the impact of high-acuity work and difficult patient outcomes, and why asking for help is an essential part of professionalism. 

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-18642022 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:00:00 -0500 1069 15 full false Ep. 14 - Surviving Winter Ep. 14 - Surviving Winter Winter in residency can feel especially heavy — short days, long hours, mounting expectations, and very little sunlight in between. In this episode, we name why winter burnout is real (and not a personal failure), why intern year can hit especially hard, and how small, intentional choices can help protect your energy. From light, movement, and rest to finding joy in your city and leaning on one another, this episode reviews some empathetic suggestions, and is a reminder that you’re not alone. This season is hard, but it will pass!

]]> Winter in residency can feel especially heavy — short days, long hours, mounting expectations, and very little sunlight in between. In this episode, we name why winter burnout is real (and not a personal failure), why intern year can hit especially hard, and how small, intentional choices can help protect your energy. From light, movement, and rest to finding joy in your city and leaning on one another, this episode reviews some empathetic suggestions, and is a reminder that you’re not alone. This season is hard, but it will pass!

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-18601795 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1164 14 full false Ep. 13 - Administrative Professionalism with Drs. Josh Ewy and Emilie Stylli Ep. 13 - Administrative Professionalism with Drs. Josh Ewy and Emilie Stylli No one goes into medicine for the paperwork, but administrative work is a critical part of residency. In this episode, we talk with our administrative chief residents about the behind-the-scenes responsibilities that keep programs running and residents on track — from case logs and duty hours to evaluations, licensing, and email management. They share common pitfalls, real consequences, and practical systems that help residents stay organized, professional, and eligible to graduate. A must-listen for anyone who’s ever panicked over a missed deadline or unread email.

]]> No one goes into medicine for the paperwork, but administrative work is a critical part of residency. In this episode, we talk with our administrative chief residents about the behind-the-scenes responsibilities that keep programs running and residents on track — from case logs and duty hours to evaluations, licensing, and email management. They share common pitfalls, real consequences, and practical systems that help residents stay organized, professional, and eligible to graduate. A must-listen for anyone who’s ever panicked over a missed deadline or unread email.

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-18568236 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500 2326 13 full false Ep. 12 - Interviewing Ep. 12 - Interviewing Interviews aren’t about being perfect — they’re about being prepared and authentic. In this episode, we break down how to answer common questions with intention and how to avoid the mistakes that derail otherwise strong applicants. We also cover reading program culture and what to ask to help you decide if a program is the right fit for you.

]]> Interviews aren’t about being perfect — they’re about being prepared and authentic. In this episode, we break down how to answer common questions with intention and how to avoid the mistakes that derail otherwise strong applicants. We also cover reading program culture and what to ask to help you decide if a program is the right fit for you.

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-18530905 Mon, 19 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500 2159 12 full false Ep. 11 - Applying to Fellowship Ep. 11 - Applying to Fellowship Fellowship applications can be stressful — and often more confusing than they need to be. In this episode we break down some ideas to apply with intention, not panic. We cover topics including personal statements, letters of recommendation, and geography, with a focus on alignment, clarity, and fit over perfection.

]]> Fellowship applications can be stressful — and often more confusing than they need to be. In this episode we break down some ideas to apply with intention, not panic. We cover topics including personal statements, letters of recommendation, and geography, with a focus on alignment, clarity, and fit over perfection.

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-18488415 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500 983 11 full false Ep. 10 - Professionalism Ep. 10 - Professionalism In this episode, we break down professionalism and translate this into real-life resident behavior. We cover how to show up prepared (clinically, personally, and mentally), navigate conflict without escalation, speak up when safety is at stake, and build strong team dynamics that earn trust. Through practical tools, common scenarios, and actionable takeaways, we explore how professionalism isn’t about being perfect...it’s about reliability, accountability, communication, and how you show up for your patients and your team.

]]> In this episode, we break down professionalism and translate this into real-life resident behavior. We cover how to show up prepared (clinically, personally, and mentally), navigate conflict without escalation, speak up when safety is at stake, and build strong team dynamics that earn trust. Through practical tools, common scenarios, and actionable takeaways, we explore how professionalism isn’t about being perfect...it’s about reliability, accountability, communication, and how you show up for your patients and your team.

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-18449877 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1184 10 full false Ep. 9 - On Call for the Holidays Ep. 9 - On Call for the Holidays In this special episode, we’re on call for the holidays, talking with our coworkers we’re working with. We ask about favorite on-call holiday traditions, small rituals that bring joy during long shifts, and the ways clinicians create meaning, connection, and a little levity when they’re working while others celebrate. It’s a shorter, heartfelt episode about community, resilience, and finding holiday spirit wherever you are — especially on call.

]]> In this special episode, we’re on call for the holidays, talking with our coworkers we’re working with. We ask about favorite on-call holiday traditions, small rituals that bring joy during long shifts, and the ways clinicians create meaning, connection, and a little levity when they’re working while others celebrate. It’s a shorter, heartfelt episode about community, resilience, and finding holiday spirit wherever you are — especially on call.

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-18421048 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500 842 9 full false Ep. 8 - Residents as Teachers with Dr. Divya Shah Ep. 8 - Residents as Teachers with Dr. Divya Shah In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Divya Shah to unpack what “residents as teachers” means in modern training. We talk about why teaching matters even when time is tight, how teaching strengthens residents’ own learning, and what programs can miss when they try to build resident-as-teacher curricula. From practical, on-the-ground strategies to culture change, recognition, and the future of teaching in the age of AI, this episode offers ideas and inspiration for residents and educators alike.

]]> In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Divya Shah to unpack what “residents as teachers” means in modern training. We talk about why teaching matters even when time is tight, how teaching strengthens residents’ own learning, and what programs can miss when they try to build resident-as-teacher curricula. From practical, on-the-ground strategies to culture change, recognition, and the future of teaching in the age of AI, this episode offers ideas and inspiration for residents and educators alike.

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-18396262 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1871 8 full false Ep. 7 - Giving Feedback Ep. 7 - Giving Feedback Giving feedback is essential in residency...but it can feel awkward, rushed, and high-stakes. Building on our last episode about receiving feedback, we focus on how to give clear, compassionate, and actionable feedback that supports learning. We discuss the ADAPT model as a simple framework for real-world teaching moments and walk through practical clinical scenarios from clinic and the OR. Tune in for tools to make feedback more effective, efficient, and human, even on your busiest days.

]]> Giving feedback is essential in residency...but it can feel awkward, rushed, and high-stakes. Building on our last episode about receiving feedback, we focus on how to give clear, compassionate, and actionable feedback that supports learning. We discuss the ADAPT model as a simple framework for real-world teaching moments and walk through practical clinical scenarios from clinic and the OR. Tune in for tools to make feedback more effective, efficient, and human, even on your busiest days.

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-18349516 Mon, 15 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1453 7 full false Ep. 6 - Receiving Feedback Ep. 6 - Receiving Feedback In this episode we unpack one of residency’s most important skills: learning to receive feedback well. Using insights from the book Thanks for the Feedback, we explore why feedback can feel threatening, what actually counts as feedback, and how common triggers can derail our ability to learn. We share some practical strategies for navigating feedback conversations, recognizing blind spots, managing emotional reactions, and shifting focus toward what we can control. Because thriving in residency isn’t about having perfect feedback-givers - it’s about becoming a learner who can grow from imperfect ones.

]]> In this episode we unpack one of residency’s most important skills: learning to receive feedback well. Using insights from the book Thanks for the Feedback, we explore why feedback can feel threatening, what actually counts as feedback, and how common triggers can derail our ability to learn. We share some practical strategies for navigating feedback conversations, recognizing blind spots, managing emotional reactions, and shifting focus toward what we can control. Because thriving in residency isn’t about having perfect feedback-givers - it’s about becoming a learner who can grow from imperfect ones.

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-18312357 Mon, 08 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1667 6 full false Ep. 5 - Adult Learning & Study Strategies Ep. 5 - Adult Learning & Study Strategies We’ve all been there...reading the same paragraph three times and still not getting it. In this episode, we break down how adults actually learn, why studying in residency feels so hard, and some practical strategies that really work. From active recall and spaced repetition to micro-learning in the moments between patients, we discuss habits that help knowledge stick. We also talk about using feedback to guide your learning rather than derail it. Learn smarter, not harder!

]]> We’ve all been there...reading the same paragraph three times and still not getting it. In this episode, we break down how adults actually learn, why studying in residency feels so hard, and some practical strategies that really work. From active recall and spaced repetition to micro-learning in the moments between patients, we discuss habits that help knowledge stick. We also talk about using feedback to guide your learning rather than derail it. Learn smarter, not harder!

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-18276225 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1569 5 full true Ep. 4 - Residency Training in Uncertain Times with Dr. Abike James Ep. 4 - Residency Training in Uncertain Times with Dr. Abike James In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome our very first guest, Dr. Abike James, for a powerful conversation about training in uncertain times. Together, we dive into how today’s tumultuous climate is shaping residency, where learners are feeling the greatest pressures, and how programs can stay grounded in their mission and values. We explore what it means to anchor in purpose, engage with our communities, and create supportive learning environments — even when the landscape feels chaotic. Dr. James also shares moments of hope, leadership, and the values that have carried her through her career, reminding us all of the meaning in our work.

]]> In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome our very first guest, Dr. Abike James, for a powerful conversation about training in uncertain times. Together, we dive into how today’s tumultuous climate is shaping residency, where learners are feeling the greatest pressures, and how programs can stay grounded in their mission and values. We explore what it means to anchor in purpose, engage with our communities, and create supportive learning environments — even when the landscape feels chaotic. Dr. James also shares moments of hope, leadership, and the values that have carried her through her career, reminding us all of the meaning in our work.

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-18239210 Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1637 4 full false Ep. 3 - Burnout Ep. 3 - Burnout In this episode, we take on a heavier topic: burnout. We share our own experiences, unpack the definition, and break down the three core components of burnout — emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced sense of accomplishment. We also explore the conversation around “moral injury” and how system pressures can erode meaning and purpose in our work.

We discuss how burnout shows up in residents, how to tell the difference between a bad week and something deeper, and what actually can help. From the EMR and night float to boundaries, mentorship, reflection, and reconnecting with our “why,” we offer practical insights and real talk from inside training.

]]> In this episode, we take on a heavier topic: burnout. We share our own experiences, unpack the definition, and break down the three core components of burnout — emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced sense of accomplishment. We also explore the conversation around “moral injury” and how system pressures can erode meaning and purpose in our work.

We discuss how burnout shows up in residents, how to tell the difference between a bad week and something deeper, and what actually can help. From the EMR and night float to boundaries, mentorship, reflection, and reconnecting with our “why,” we offer practical insights and real talk from inside training.

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-18199463 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500 1332 3 full false Ep. 2 - Supporting New Interns Ep. 2 - Supporting New Interns In this episode, we discuss how to support new residents! We reflect back on the early days of intern year — the excitement, the chaos, and the steep learning curve that comes with becoming a new doctor. We talk about what makes orientation actually helpful, how programs and peers can best support new residents, and why small things (like meeting admin staff or knowing who to call for help) make a big difference. A real, honest look at those first months of residency and how to make them a little easier for everyone.

]]> In this episode, we discuss how to support new residents! We reflect back on the early days of intern year — the excitement, the chaos, and the steep learning curve that comes with becoming a new doctor. We talk about what makes orientation actually helpful, how programs and peers can best support new residents, and why small things (like meeting admin staff or knowing who to call for help) make a big difference. A real, honest look at those first months of residency and how to make them a little easier for everyone.

]]> MDK & KRC Buzzsprout-18160131 Sun, 09 Nov 2025 20:00:00 -0500 1978 2 full false Ep. 1 - Introduction to our podcast! Ep. 1 - Introduction to our podcast! Welcome to The Long Call! We are Mary and Khaila — an OB-GYN program director and a current resident — and we're excited to kick off The Long Call, a podcast about thriving in residency and beyond. In this first episode, we share our stories, what inspired the show, and why the “in-between” years of medical training matter just as much as the milestones. It’s a real, honest conversation about finding meaning, purpose, and a little bit of joy in the chaos of residency.

]]> Welcome to The Long Call! We are Mary and Khaila — an OB-GYN program director and a current resident — and we're excited to kick off The Long Call, a podcast about thriving in residency and beyond. In this first episode, we share our stories, what inspired the show, and why the “in-between” years of medical training matter just as much as the milestones. It’s a real, honest conversation about finding meaning, purpose, and a little bit of joy in the chaos of residency.

]]> Mary Buzzsprout-17915457 Sun, 09 Nov 2025 20:00:00 -0500 580 1 full false