There’s no shortage of financial advice available today, and much of it sounds confident, compelling, and even logical. But one of the biggest mistakes CRNAs can make is assuming that widely shared advice automatically applies to your situation.

The truth is, personal finance is exactly that: personal.

In this episode, Jeremy and Sharon dive into some of the most popular financial advice circulating today, from Robert Kiyosaki’s investment strategies to Dave Ramsey’s retirement withdrawals. They break down the risks, the myths, and the assumptions that these pundits often overlook and discuss what really works for most people.

Here’s some of what you’ll hear in this episode:

💡 Not all financial advice applies to your situation

⚠️ Extreme strategies (high leverage, 8% withdrawals, all-cash reserves) can backfire

🧠 Personal finance is more about behavior than knowledge

🏠 Renting vs buying depends on math AND emotions

📊 The best financial plan is personalized—not copied

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In this episode, Lynn and Garry explore the clinical, ethical, and deeply human realities of death and dying in anesthesia. From the illusion of control to the complexities of end-of-life decision-making, they reflect on what it means to care for patients when cure is no longer possible. More importantly, they examine how these moments shape us as providers challenging our assumptions, deepening our empathy, and redefining what it means to offer meaningful care.

Here’s some of what you’ll hear in this episode:

💔 Death is a part of life, but it’s often avoided in medical conversations

🩺 Compassionate communication can reduce anxiety for families and providers

🔄 Providers carry a “silent burden” when it comes to patient outcomes

🔒 Emotional distress can lead to burnout without proper support systems

💬 The Ask, Tell, Ask framework improves communication about end-of-life care

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Choosing a DNP project can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re early in your program and still figuring out your clinical interests. Many students think they need to create something groundbreaking, but the reality is much more practical. The key isn’t reinventing the wheel, it’s finding a topic that’s meaningful, manageable, and backed by existing research.

In this episode, the team breaks down the DNP process with Kelly’s DNP partner and fellow resident Greer Lesnieski, BSN, SRNA, from narrowing down your topic to building a strong PICO question and finding the right resources.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

📚 Build on existing research rather than trying to reinvent the wheel

🎯 Pick a topic that actually interests you (you’ll live with it for years)

🔍 The PICO framework helps narrow your focus

🌱 Small clinical changes (like low-flow anesthesia) can have big impact

🤝 Use trusted resources (AANA, APSF) to guide your topic

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