Best Reprocessing Podcasts (2025)

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Groomers, Turmeric, and Bigots 1:02:44

2h ago1:02:44

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Rebeccasode! Dr Kirk and Rebecca answer patron emails. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Teaching sex-ed and weaponizing language 13:11 Is it appropriate to teach minors about complex sexual behaviors? 21:55 Where do I find a sex therapist? 27:00 Gifts fo…

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Process Better: Navigating Instrument Damage: Care, Handling, & Quality 32:46

3h ago32:46

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Instrument damage is more than just a headache—it’s costly, disruptive, and far more common than most realize. So, how can we prevent it before it even happens? In Episode 2 of our “Process Better” series, Tory Teakell, Clinical Solutions Manager at Medline, joins us to explore the most common causes of instrument damage across surgical workflows— …

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Lack of Self (2019 Rerun) 4:29

5h ago4:29

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Dr. Kirk Honda talks about lack of self. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/con…

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Hot Craps, Oral Fixation, and Erotic Transference 1:04:41

22h ago1:04:41

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Bobcast! Dr Kirk and Bob answer patron emails. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Fan gifts & Bob's bathroom update 11:49 Why are oral fixations so common? 23:04 Is it common to experience erotic transference from a client? 39:34 What does success look lik…

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Are You Sinking Your Own Decon Ship? The Icebergs of Sink Workflows 39:45

1d ago39:45

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Three bays, two basins, or one compliance nightmare? When it comes to your decontam sinks, the wrong setup doesn't just slow you down – it can send your entire workflow underwater! On this episode of Beyond Clean's Planet Decontam, Jessie Lopez joins us to break down why the proper sink setup can make or break your entire reprocessing cycle. From m…

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SPD in the Texas Medical Center 39:03

3d ago39:03

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Everything’s bigger in Texas—and that’s especially true in the Texas Medical Center, where the pace never slows and the pressure is always on! In this episode of Everything is Cleaner in Texas, hosts Hank Balch and Dusty Glass sit down with Anna Castillo-Gutierrez for a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to work inside one of the most complex…

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Politically Incorrect Psychology Terms 1:36:37

4d ago1:36:37

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Dr Kirk Honda explores a few psychology terms that are considered problematic. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Why do words change? 08:00 Renaming institutions & the language of populations 17:47 The change of language in LGBTQ+ 26:54 How has "histrioni…

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Borderline Personality Disorder (Deep Dive) (2015 Rerun) 8:15

5d ago8:15

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[Rerun] Dr. Kirk does a deep dive on borderline personality disorder. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: https://ww…

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Beyond Clean Canada: The Power of Industry Disruption 33:01

6d ago33:01

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What started as a podcast quickly became a global platform for Sterile Processing education—and in our Season 1 finale, we’re sitting down with the man behind the mic, the #OriginalCleanFreak himself, Hank Balch. As the Co-Founder and President of Beyond Clean, Hank takes us behind the scenes of how one idea—offering free, accessible Sterile Proces…

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Female Pedophile Interview 1:03:03

6d ago1:03:03

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Dr Kirk Honda interviews “Kay” about being a female non-offending pedophile and about being a child abuse survivor. For more info on Virped: https://virped.org/ This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Introducing Kay 01:30 When did Kay realize she was attracted…

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Dr. Patrick McGrath: Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) (An Evidence-Based Treatment for OCD) 21:15

7d ago21:15

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Dr. Patrick McGrath is a leading expert in OCD and anxiety disorders, with over 20 years of experience in treatment and research. He is the Chief Clinical Officer at NOCD, a virtual therapy platform for OCD and related conditions, and a Lead Psychologist at Ascension Illinois Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital. He is also a member of the S…

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Adoption (2016 Rerun) 7:54

7d ago7:54

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Dr. Kirk Honda talks about adoption. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/contact…

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Process Better: Better Point-of-Use Cleaning: Together We Win 33:31

7d ago33:31

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Point-of-use cleaning is one of the most critical—and most often missed—steps in the reprocessing cycle. So, how do we build workflows that keep this step front and center? In this premiere episode of our exclusive new podcast series “Process Better,” Tory Teakell, Clinical Solutions Manager at Medline, helps us redefine what effective point-of-use…

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Sleep Training and Attachment 1:38:13

8d ago1:38:13

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Dr Kirk Honda explains the fundamentals of sleep training and parenting in general. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Introduction to sleep training 5:10 Cry-it-out method 09:01 Ferber method 12:34 Fading method 19:38 Am I harming my child? 27:24 Overly p…

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Planet Decontam: The IFU Memory Maze: Is Decontamination IFU Compliance Achievable? 38:37

8d ago38:37

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Picture it: You’re standing in decontam, 10 case carts deep, trying to track down the right IFU—and the OR rushes in with a STAT turnaround tray. In this moment, memory, speed, and accuracy collide—and compliance is put to the test! On this week’s episode of Beyond Clean’s Planet Decontam, Art Babiy joins us to tackle the real-world challenges hidd…

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StreetClothes: The Chicken Tenders 42:19

9d ago42:19

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On this episode 3 of our brand new StreetClothes human-interest podcast series, we talk to two healthcare professionals who have a passion project that's far from fowl play! Not only have they created their own backyard flock of feathered friends, they've also cracked the code for beating those sky-high egg prices! Tune in to hear how Sean Weir & S…

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Everything is Cleaner in Texas: Don't Mess with Texas: The Big Vision for Chapter Education 47:59

10d ago47:59

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Y’all ready for this? We’re kicking off our brand-new podcast series, "Everything is Cleaner in Texas," sponsored by STERIS IMS, with a big, bold look at the future of chapter education in the Lone Star State! In this premiere episode, hosts Hank Balch and Dusty Glass team up to share the vision behind Houston’s newly relaunched chapter—and the pow…

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Gripes, Cybertrucks, and Pseudoscience 57:00

12d ago57:00

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Dr Kirk and Humberto rant about their Gripes of Wrath! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Cybertruck gripes 12:34 Terrible screenwriting 24:15 Favorite animated movies 36:31 Is blue light pseudoscience? 49:44 Renewing prescriptions 53:38 Gifts from Layla f…

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Unethical Diagnosing (2016 Rerun) 17:31

13d ago17:31

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Dr. Kirk Honda talks about unethical diagnosing This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: https://www.psychologyinseattle.…

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Beyond Clean Canada: Inside the Role of a Vendor Rep 25:08

13d ago25:08

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It’s 6 a.m.—the trays are sterilized, the patient is prepped, and the vendor rep is on the way! In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we’re joined by Adam Redmond, Vendor Rep from CONMED Corporation, to explore the critical role vendor reps play in supporting surgical teams—and the MDR professionals who make it all possible. From late-night deliv…

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Theoretical Orientation and the Relationship 1:16:32

14d ago1:16:32

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Dr Kirk Honda lectures about therapists’ theory of change and the crucial components of an effective therapeutic relationship. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 What is Dr. Kirk's theoretical approach? 15:45 How do I determine my theoretical orientation? …

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The Psychology of Elliot Rodger (2014 Rerun) 2:44:09

15d ago2:44:09

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[Rerun] Kirk provides an analysis of the psychology of Elliot Rodger, the UCSB mass killer. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSea…

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Make Up Sex and Animal Ethics 1:17:03

16d ago1:17:03

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Dr Kirk and Humberto answer patron emails. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Why might someone engage in make up sex? 15:35 Why doesn't someone like hugging? 27:06 Postal shooting 34:15 Why aren't more people vegan? 46:07 What makes an effective vet? Beco…

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Planet Decontam: Cut & Dry: The Black & White of Endoscope Drying 43:03

15d ago43:03

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Think your endoscopes are actually dry? You might want to take a second look! On this Season 28 premiere episode of Beyond Clean's “Planet Decontam,” we're joined by Jill Berends, Clinical Trainer at Ambu, to explore why moisture remains one of the biggest threats to effective high-level disinfection. From forced air-drying requirements to the chal…

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Political Doomscrolling 40:07

19d ago40:07

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Dr Kirk and Humberto talk about coping with the current political doom. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 The current political landscape 28:01 Does it help to talk about it aloud? 35:40 Living with abroad with a host family Become a member: https://www.y…

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Helicopter Parenting (2016 Rerun) 1:29:04

20d ago1:29:04

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[Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda and Rebecca Bloom talk about helicopter parenting. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: https:…

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Trauma Dumping (Deep Dive) 21:54

21d ago21:54

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Dr Kirk Honda provides a lecture and critique about the concept of trauma dumping. (Intro) This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Intro 00:44 What do people think trauma dumping is? Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join…

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Dr. Mike J. Ng: Traditional Chinese Medicine (An Overview of Qi, Yin & Yang, and the Five Elements) 20:39

21d ago20:39

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Dr. Mike J. Ng is a board-certified licensed acupuncturist based in San Francisco, where he was born and raised. With a summa cum laude degree in Communication and Chinese Studies from the University of San Francisco and graduate training in public health at UCLA, Dr. Mike brings a unique blend of health communication, integrative medicine, and tra…

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Beyond Clean Canada: Stronger Together: Building MDR & OR Relationships That Last 41:57

20d ago41:57

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The best patient outcomes start with the strongest teams -- but how do we build them? In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we’re joined by Becky White and Pam Hunter, two powerhouse MDR leaders, to talk about what it takes to build and maintain meaningful relationships between MDR and OR teams. From their work with MDRANS and CAMDR to collaborat…

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A Therapist Has Sex With His Client (2016 Rerun) 48:53

22d ago48:53

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[Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda talks with Rebecca Bloom about a listener who had sex with her therapist. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/Psychology…

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Adolescence (Netflix 2025) - Therapist Reacts 1:40:31

23d ago1:40:31

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Dr Kirk Honda reacts to Adolescence (Netflix 2025). This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 The beginning of Adolescence & the assessment 38:38 Toxic masculinity as the solution 1:02:12 Is the depiction of the clinical psychologist accurate? 1:32:22 Summarizing…

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Safe & Sterile Endoscopes - Engaging the Future: Clinical Implications of Sterile Endoscopes 28:01

22d ago28:01

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Hey, #CleanFreaks -- are you ready to uncover what’s next in endoscope reprocessing? In this exciting series finale episode of "Safe & Sterile Endoscopes," Dr. Ivan Salgo, Chief Medical Officer & Vice President at ASP, joins us to pull back the curtain on the game-changing technologies reshaping our approach to endoscope sterility! From conquering …

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StreetClothes: The Guitarist 50:29

23d ago50:29

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On this episode 2 of the StreetClothes podcast, we talk to a well-known voice in the medical device space about bending strings and making his guitar "talk." If you're like many Americans, you've probably got a guitar in a closet somewhere. Some of you may even use your guitar as a much-needed tool to unwind your mind after a crazy day at the hospi…

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StreetClothes: The Personal Chef 51:23

23d ago51:23

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On this episode 1 of our brand new, human-interest "StreetClothes" podcast series, we talk to a clinician who moonlights as a personal chef in between his travel assignments. Don't listen to this interview on an empty stomach as the smell, taste, and passion for food is strong from beginning to end. But like any good recipe, even this story has a l…

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Transference, Contraindication, and Sharing Art 56:43

26d ago56:43

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Dr Kirk and Bob answer patron emails. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 What does the end of a good therapeutic relationship look like? 04:44 Does there have to be conflict for progress in therapy? 15:22 Do I have to meet an ex-client to receive their fee…

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Narrative Therapy (Deep Dive) (2017 Rerun) 1:58

27d ago1:58

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[Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda talks about narrative therapy. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: https://www.psychologyinse…

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Stop Having Sex With Clients 1:10:07

28d ago1:10:07

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Rebeccasode! Dr Kirk and Rebecca review ethical cases. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Intro 01:37 Can clients be friends with their therapists? 18:06 My therapist is pseudo-family 38:50 Having an affair with my ex-therapist 1:06:47 Lady Gaga & self-car…

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Christi Tedeschi: Reiki, Emotion Code, and QHHT (Tapping Into Your Innate Healing Potential) 23:38

28d ago23:38

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Christi Tedeschi is an energy medicine practitioner based in Haddonfield, New Jersey. With over 14 years of experience and having seen thousands of clients, she specializes in Reiki, Emotion Code, and QHHT. A mother of four, married for over 31 years and lifelong resident of South Jersey, Christi is passionate about helping others reconnect with th…

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Beyond Clean Canada: Beyond Borders: Building Sterile Processing Systems That Last 27:44

27d ago27:44

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Sterile Processing professionals around the world show up every day with passion, resilience, and commitment to #FightingDirty! But what happens when they don’t have access to the tools and education they need? In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we’re joined by Christina Fast—global safe surgery advocate and founder of the Sterile Processing E…

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Psychedelic Assisted Therapy (2020 Rerun) 1:41:16

29d ago1:41:16

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[Rerun] Can psychedelics be used to help people? What’s the science? Expert and researcher, Elizabeth Nielson, explains the science and how we know what we know. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2…

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Oscars, Alien Franchise, and Robert Crumb 1:24:04

1M ago1:24:04

1:24:04

Dr Kirk and Humberto talk about movies. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 On Cinema at the Cinema journey 06:59 Oscar results & reactions 33:47 Why did Joker: Folie à Deux get bad reviews? 39:49 How do the Alien movies rank? 58:29 Crumb Become a member: h…

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Safe & Sterile Endoscopes - The Next Chapter: The Regulatory & Guideline Shifts Surrounding Endoscopes 30:58

29d ago30:58

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As industry standards and guidelines evolve, are your department’s workflows keeping up? In this week’s new episode from our “Safe and Sterile Endoscopes” series, Stacy Johnson and Melanie Marshall, Clinical Education Consultants at ASP, join us to break down the latest regulatory requirements, including AAMI ST91, and their impact on endoscope rep…

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Loli Porn and Star Wars Poly 1:07:15

1M ago1:07:15

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Dr Kirk and Humberto answer patron/member emails. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: https://www.psychologyinseattl…

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Piaget and Child Development (Deep Dive) (2018 Rerun) 1:47:34

1M ago1:47:34

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[Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda and Humberto talk about Jean Piaget and his research on child development. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/Psycholog…

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Therapist Unpopular Opinions 1:43:27

1M ago1:43:27

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Dr Kirk and Bob discuss a Reddit thread regarding the unpopular opinions of therapists. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 "I hate DBT" 05:22 "CEUs are a scam" 20:52 "Only serious rest cures burnout" 33:56 "Not every kid needs a 'fix'" 1:01:33 Bob's bathro…

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Beyond Clean Canada: Reduce, Reuse, & Reprocess 27:17

1M ago27:17

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Sterile wrap is designed for one-time use—but what happens after it leaves the OR? In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we’re joined by Andy Straisfeld, sustainability advocate and President and CEO of MEA Health, to talk about the future of recycling in healthcare. From turning MDR and OR waste into park benches, plastic lumber, and even tiny h…

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Dr. Thomas Seager: Cold Plunge Therapy (A Tool for Correcting Mood Disorders) 19:54

1M ago19:54

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Thomas P. Seager, PhD is an Associate Professor in the School of Sustainable Engineering & the Built Environment at Arizona State University in Tempe, AZ and co-Founder and CEO of Morozko Forge. He has written a book titled Uncommon Cold: The Science & Experience of Cold Plunge Therapy which is the definitive scientific work on cold plunge therapy.…

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Suing a counselor (2017 Rerun) 11:59

1M ago11:59

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[Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda talks with Bob Goettle about a counselor who got sued successfully. (Intro) This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/Psycholo…

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Politically Problematic Friends, Toxic Masculinity, and Love Frugality 1:07:54

1M ago1:07:54

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Dr Kirk and Humberto answer patron/member emails. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Humberto's thoughts on Emilia Perez 03:54 Deep dive relevancy 09:25 Can I be friends with different beliefs? 23:43 Dating and approaching with empathy 30:44 How has our so…

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Safe & Sterile Endoscopes - Together We Win: Clinical Collaboration Driving Best Practices 29:17

1M ago29:17

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What does it take to build a winning endoscope reprocessing program? Teamwork! In Episode 4 of our “Safe & Sterile Endoscopes” series, Julie Gorog, Clinical Education Consultant at ASP, reveals why bridging departmental gaps is essential for advancing patient safety. From crafting effective competency programs to enhancing quality assurance practic…

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