Best Dave Carver Podcasts (2025)

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Dr. Martin Moore-Ede Talks About Light, Health, and Productivity 35:48

7h ago35:48

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Light is something we often take for granted. We flip a switch, our rooms brighten, and we move on with our day. But what if the light we’re exposed to is impacting our sleep, health, and overall longevity? Dr. Martin Moore-Ede, a pioneer in circadian science, joins me on A Productive Conversation to discuss the powerful role light plays in our liv…

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How to spend $200 billion 14:09

13h ago14:09

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At a time when nonprofits are feeling attacked and experiencing funding cuts, The Gates Foundation is demonstrating how philanthropy can lead. They recently announced that they will spend down their $200 billion endowment over the next 20 years and close the organization by 2045. This episode discusses this huge announcement and how other philanthr…

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Free Lunch, Headaches, and Holding Hearts 1:04:51

7d ago1:04:51

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How friendships, food, and failing forward gets med students through the first year. No one tells you how much of med school is powered by free pizza and shared panic. As M1s Alexis Baker, Samantha Gardner, Raegen Abbey, and Zach Grissom wrap up their first year at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, we talk about what actually got t…

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Alice Draper Talks About Rejection, Resilience, and Podcast Pitching 33:29

7d ago33:29

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What if rejection wasn’t something to fear—but a skill to build? In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I chat with Alice Draper, founder of Hustling Writers and host of My Rejection Story. Alice has helped clients land interviews on hundreds of top podcasts and is on a mission to demystify the power of rejection, especially for creatives an…

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What's Happening To Green? 💚 🌎😭 15:33

8d ago15:33

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* Crickets* Have you noticed that the impact industry has gone silent about all things green? In this episode, the co-hosts also discuss the recent cancellation of the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund grants and how this change will impact rural and low- income communities. Ebony also discusses her passion for the planet and how climate is contributin…

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The Unexpected Power of Student Doctors 1:10:07

14d ago1:10:07

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Clinical students are sometimes the only ones who have time to listen In the clinic, med students can feel like bystanders, but they can make all the difference for patients. M3 Jeff Goddard, M3 Tracy Chen, M2 Alex Nigg, and M4 Matt Engelken recount stories of the patients that stuck with them—some painful, some beautiful, and some just plain awkwa…

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PM Talks S2E5: Adaptability 36:50

14d ago36:50

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This episode marks the latest in our ongoing monthly PM Talks series, where I sit down with Patrick Rhone to explore a theme through candid conversation, lived experience, and a touch of real-time reflection. This time, we didn’t just talk about adaptability—we lived it. Technical issues and illness meant we had to reschedule and re-record, but in …

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S4E2/ Language in an Anti-Woke Era 14:26

15d ago14:26

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Are you or your organization struggling with how to talk about your work, considering recent government funding regulations? You’re not alone. In this episode, the co-hosts share how they are adjusting to the new funding requirements while remaining true to her organization's mission and the communities they serve. Leah also shares how a renegade r…

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The Renegades Are Back 16:25

15d ago16:25

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Renegade Capital is back for season 4! After taking a much-needed break, Andrea, Leah, and Ebony are back on the mic to connect with our fellow renegades. In this episode, we talk about our responses to recent political changes and how we are navigating these challenges at work to continue supporting the communities we love. We also share a few exc…

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From Broke to Bulletproof: The White Coat Investor’s Advice 1:03:01

21d ago1:03:01

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Don’t be the doctor making $400k with $0 in the bank. You risk your financial future by ignoring this ER doc’s advice — and Dr. Jim Dahle should know. The emergency physician and founder of The White Coat Investor joins M1s Luke Geis, Zach Grissom, Hunter Fisher, and Katherine Yu to share how he got burned early in his career — and what he did to f…

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Anne Marie Anderson Talks About Cultivating Audacity and Navigating Fear 31:29

21d ago31:29

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This episode features a truly audacious guest—Anne Marie Anderson. A three-time Emmy award-winning broadcaster and the author of Cultivating Audacity, Anne Marie has spent her career on the sidelines of high-stakes sporting events and inside boardrooms, observing what sets bold, high performers apart. But this isn’t just about elite athletes or exe…

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Med School’s Unique Problems (AITA) 1:13:15

28d ago1:13:15

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Behind every successful doctor is someone who paid their rent or walked their dog. What makes someone a real astronaut? Dave Etler, MD/PhD student Miranda Schene, M1 Jay Miller, and M3 Jeff Goddard blast off this episode with ass-tronaut Katy Perry before diving into Reddit’s finest med school dumpster fires. Should you crush (AKA, be vocally reali…

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Kerry Hoffman Talks About Order, Chaos, and Planning with Purpose 34:45

28d ago34:45

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When you gain agency over your time—whether stepping out of a traditional 9-to-5 job or shifting into self-employment—it can feel liberating… and overwhelming. Kerry Hoffman knows this tension well. As someone who helps individuals and teams make sense of what they’re doing and when they’re doing it, she offers a refreshingly practical approach to …

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From Perfect Plans to Grease Fires: The Med School Spectrum 1:01:57

1M ago1:01:57

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Behind the façade lies chaos, confidence, and occasional kitchen fires. What do med and PA students really think about their lives? We check the vibes. Jeff Goddard (M3), Kim Fairhead (M1), Gabbi Bullard (PA1), and Annie Dotzler (PA1) for a game that checks med student experiences on their vibes. The group tackles the truth about reflex hammer skil…

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A VERY SPECIAL EPISODE: Mike Vardy Talks About The Productivity Diet 46:38

1M ago46:38

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What happens when the host becomes the guest? In this special episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit on the other side of the mic as Tim O’Hare—an active and insightful member of the TimeCrafting Trust Premium community—interviews me about my latest book, The Productivity Diet. We explore why this book took years to come together, what makes i…

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Medicine Can Cure TB—But Humanity Won’t 1:04:07

1M ago1:04:07

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When a CURE exists but ACCESS doesn’t, who do we blame? Tuberculosis is curable. We just don’t care enough to cure it. That’s the premise behind John Green’s book, Everything Is Tuberculosis. In this episode, M1s Zach Grissom, Kate Timboe, and Tyler Pollock, and Srishti Mathur consider that premise, and what it says about humanity’s stubborn failur…

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Yvonne Heimann Talks About Building Freedom Through Systems 1:08:01

1M ago1:08:01

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In this episode, I reconnect with productivity strategist Yvonne Heimann—aka AskYvi—who’s not only made a bold geographic shift but is navigating personal and professional freedom with intention and clarity. We explore what it looks like to trust the systems you’ve built, especially when life throws curveballs or invites you into a new chapter. Yvi…

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Sunday Always Comes 10:37

2M ago10:37

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Send us a text From the cross to the empty tomb, the story of Christ is more than history - it is the hope we need today! Whether you are standing in sorrow or waiting for a breakthrough, remember this: Sunday Always ComesBy Dave Carver

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How Med Students Redefine Ability and Success 1:02:07

2M ago1:02:07

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Real students, real barriers, and the daily fight to stay in the game. Everyone knows med school is hard. For some, it’s even harder. Dave Etler hosts a raw conversation with med students M1 Emily Baniewicz, M3 Jeff Goddard, PA 1 Chloe Kepros, and M3 Madeline Ungs about the reality of navigating disability during medical training. With insights fro…

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Keith Ferrazzi Talks About Teamship and Transforming the Way We Work 36:05

2M ago36:05

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It was a real treat to welcome Keith Ferrazzi back to the show—especially to discuss his latest book, Never Lead Alone: 10 Shifts from Leadership to Teamship. Keith’s work has long pushed beyond traditional leadership models, and this conversation builds on that legacy with his fresh concept of “teamship.” We dig into how the book is structured lik…

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From Fire Hose to Final Decision–How Med Students Choose Careers 1:13:58

2M ago1:13:58

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Picking a Career in Medicine is Insane. All of med school leads up to one moment: Match Day. But how do get there? Dave Etler sits down with graduating M4s Mallory Kallish (surgery), Matt Engelken (OB/gyn), Jacob Lamb (radiology), and Will Sai (famiy medicine) to unpack the uncertainty and pressure around choosing a medical specialty. They share ho…

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PM Talks S2E4: Focus 51:09

2M ago51:09

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This episode is the latest in our monthly PM Talks series, where Patrick Rhone and I go deep on foundational elements of productiveness. And for this one—our 600th episode, no less—we dive into a topic that touches everything from our to-do lists to our dinner prep: focus. What does it really mean to focus? And more importantly, how do we hold onto…

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Here Am I - Send Me 11:12

2M ago11:12

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Send us a text In the quiet of our everyday lives, there are moments when we hear the voice of God calling to us—beckoning us to step out of our comfort zones and into His purpose. As you go through your day, consider how God may be calling you. Are there areas in your life where you can step forward with the willingness to say, "Here am I, send me…

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She Got Into Med School… But Now She’s Not Sure 1:08:15

2M ago1:08:15

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Turning down that med school acceptance might cost more than you think. Listener “ARM” got into medical school—cue the confetti—but now that reality’s set in, she’s not feeling great about her only acceptance. The school is small, expensive, and far from home. Should she go anyway or risk reapplying in hopes of a better fit next year? MD/PhD studen…

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David Kolbe Talks About Doing More Naturally and Unlocking Instinctive Productivity 43:24

2M ago43:24

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When I first heard the term conative, I was surprised I hadn’t come across it before. After all, I live in the productivity space. But after my conversation with David Kolbe, it became clear just how crucial it is to understand this third part of the mind—especially if we want to work more naturally and avoid burnout. David is the CEO of Kolbe Corp…

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If you’re asking, you might be the a**hole (Recess Rehash) 1:09:10

2M ago1:09:10

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[Because of Spring Break, instead of a new episode you can enjoy this re-run! If NPR can do it, so can we. We’ll be back next week.] Life’s grey areas, offered up for internet discussion Sometimes, you need someone to tell you if you’ve crossed the line. That’s why Reddit’s Am I The A**hole subreddit exists. M2 Holly Hemann brought some med-school …

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Austin Kleon Talks About Routine, Creativity, and Paying Attention 34:12

2M ago34:12

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It was a real treat to reconnect with Austin Kleon for this episode of A Productive Conversation. Before we got into the heart of the conversation, Austin gave us a quick update: his next book Don’t Call It Art is in the works, inspired by the playful creativity he’s witnessed in his kids. He also mentioned that his once-weekly newsletter has now d…

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Silence Is Golden 12:11

2M ago12:11

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Send us a text Our world never stops talking, every achievement is posted, every success is shared, and every milestone is measure in likes and views. However, the greatest victories are still won in silence. There is a time for recognition, but true success is forged in the unseen hours - the moments when no one is watching, no one is paying atten…

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Prescribing Meet-ups Instead of Meds…it seems to work! 57:18

3M ago57:18

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Can Art, Nature, and Community Replace Pills? What if doctors prescribed a painting class instead of or alongside pills? Journalist Julia Hotz, author of The Connection Cure, joins M3 Jeff Goddard, and MD/PhD student Riley Behan-Bush to discuss social prescribing, a growing healthcare movement that treats patients with art, nature, movement, and co…

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Krish Ramineni Talks About AI, Meetings, and Staying Focused While Building 33:48

3M ago33:48

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In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Krish Ramineni, co-founder and CEO of Fireflies.ai. Krish has had an impressive journey—from being one of Microsoft’s youngest product managers to launching Fireflies, an AI-powered meeting assistant. He’s also been named to Forbes’ 30 Under 30 and has guest lectured at Stanford on deep …

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Medfluencers and Patient Education: Helpful or Risky? 1:05:59

3M ago1:05:59

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How future doctors are navigating social media’s impact on public education. How can a well-meaning medfluencer be sure they’re actually helping? M1 Zach Grissom, M2 Fallon Jung, M3 Jeff Goddard, and M4 Matt Engelken sit down with third-year DO student Nik Bletnitsky to discuss the role of social media in medical education. Current and Future docto…

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PM Talks S2E3: Curiosity 58:53

3M ago58:53

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This episode of PM Talks is all about curiosity—how it drives us, how it gets suppressed, and how it intertwines with trust and judgment. Patrick Rhone and I dive deep into the forces that shape our thinking, from societal conditioning to personal experiences. As always, we take a thoughtful (and sometimes humorous) approach to unpacking these idea…

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Never Ending Faith Radio 30:36

3M ago30:36

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Send us a text This is the launch of NEF Radio, a collection of songs born from deep, personal moments of faith. Songs written by me, but created for you. These aren’t just songs—they’re reflections of struggle, hope, redemption, and grace. They are raw, powerful, and, above all, uplifting. Each note and lyric was crafted to remind you that no matt…

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Demand to Be Called ‘Doctor,’ or Let It Slide (AITA)? 1:06:40

3M ago1:06:40

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Reddit’s “Am I the Asshole?” makes us question everything. It showcases the best and worst in people—and this week, we’re analyzing some choice cases through the lens of med school. M1s Srishti Mathur, Sahana Sarin, Maria Schapfel, and Mahaasrei Ghosh debate whether people in these scenarios are truly in the wrong or just victims of someone having …

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Anne-Laure Le Cunff Talks About Tiny Experiments and Sustainable Productivity 37:20

3M ago37:20

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In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Anne-Laure Le Cunff, neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and founder of Ness Labs, to discuss her new book Tiny Experiments: How to Live Freely in a Goal-Obsessed World. Anne-Laure is known for blending science with practical strategies for thinking, learning, and working better—without burnin…

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Voices In the Dark 9:09

3M ago9:09

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Send us a text In this episode, we dive into the beautiful, transformative power of creativity—a gift that we believe has been passed down to us by the Creator Himself. Life often hits us hard, knocking us down, but even in our brokenness, we are still called to create. In this episode we reflect on how God's presence uplifts and guides us through …

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Charlie Gilkey Talks About Finishing What Matters 1:09:56

3M ago1:09:56

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Over the years, I've had plenty of insightful conversations on this podcast, and one that still stands out is my discussion with Charlie Gilkey about his book Start Finishing. This Flashback Friday episode brings that conversation back, but with a twist—we start with an update from Charlie on what he's been up to since then. Charlie is someone who …

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Slap Some Moldy Bread On It: Blechardy! 52:51

3M ago52:51

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They might know the citric acid cycle, but do med students know what ancient doctors used for pain relief, or the shape of wombat poop? Join us for Blechardy! the trivia game show that involves a certain amount of suffering! Contestants answer medical and pop culture questions—but with potentially disgusting jellybeans that make any actual knowledg…

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Kerry Ann King Talks About Productivity, Art, and the Power of Intention 42:51

3M ago42:51

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In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Kerry Ann King, the founder and CEO of Eluminate Labs. Kerry Ann has spent more than a decade working inside the tech industry to promote human-centered approaches to well-being. She’s now leading the charge in decolonizing tech, creating inclusive solutions that put people first. Our co…

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God's Grace 13:46

3M ago13:46

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Send us a text Today, we are diving into a profound and comforting topic: God’s Grace. As believers, understanding His grace is not only essential to our faith but also to our everyday walk with Him. Let us explore how we can recognize God’s grace in our lives and why it reassures us that we are never truly alone.…

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Dan Schawbel Talks About Human Connection in the Digital Age 32:11

3M ago32:11

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In this Flashback Friday episode, I revisit my 2018 conversation with Dan Schawbel, a thought leader in workplace trends and human connection. We originally spoke about his book Back to Human: How Great Leaders Create Connection in the Age of Isolation, which explores how technology can be used as a bridge—not a barrier—to meaningful relationships.…

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4 Writers Explain How Telling Stories Makes Better Doctors 1:03:01

3M ago1:03:01

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There are many reasons healthcare professionals write: to process trauma, build empathy, or simply because stories demand to be told. This week we've got a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Carol Scott-Conner, a surgeon, poet, and editor of The Examined Life Journal; Katie Runde, a novelist exploring themes of love and loss; Jeff Goddard, an …

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Scott Doorley and Carissa Carter Talk About Designing the Future and Navigating Uncertainty 46:41

4M ago46:41

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In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Scott Doorley and Carissa Carter to explore the themes of their book, Assembling Tomorrow: A Guide for Designing a Thriving Future. As leaders at Stanford's d.school—Scott as Creative Director and Carissa as Academic Director—they've spent years shaping design education and innovation. O…

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Courtney Carver Talks About Gentle Living and Project 333 42:30

4M ago42:30

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Fifteen years into her journey of simplicity, Courtney Carver continues to inspire people to do more with less. In this special Flashback Friday episode of A Productive Conversation, we revisit a past conversation from March 2020 about Project 333, her minimalist fashion challenge that has helped thousands streamline their wardrobes and their lives…

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First Semester Med School: What Worked, What Failed, and How We Fixed It. 1:05:47

4M ago1:05:47

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Anki? Lecture notes? Study groups? Med students spill the truth about what actually works. First semester of med school is like eating a never-ending stack of pancakes—it’s fast, overwhelming, and it doesn’t care if you’re full. Listener G asked us for some tips, and in this episode, M1s Zach Grissom, Megan Perry, Jay Miller, and Srishti Mathur tak…

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PM Talks S2E2: Alignment 32:41

4M ago32:41

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The latest episode of PM Talks is here, and this month, Patrick Rhone and I dive into alignment—a concept that is critical for making meaningful progress in both work and life. As we move beyond the fresh-start energy of January, February is often when things begin to fray. That’s why now is the perfect time to step back and examine whether our act…

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Disruptors 8:38

4M ago8:38

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Send us a text Life is filled with disruptions. Some are small—like unexpected delays or changes in plans—while others shake the very foundation of who we are. Many of us have experienced these disruptions firsthand, whether through personal struggles, societal conflicts, or global crises. But what if I told you that disruption is often God’s way o…

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Joshua Becker Talks About Distractions, Meaning, and What Really Matters 34:05

4M ago34:05

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In this Flashback Friday episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Joshua Becker to discuss his book Things That Matter: Overcoming Distraction to Pursue a More Meaningful Life. Joshua is known for his work on minimalism, but this book goes beyond decluttering physical possessions—it’s about eliminating the distractions that keep us fro…

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Into the Deep End: Surviving Our First Clinical Rotations (Tips and Tricks!) 1:03:31

4M ago1:03:31

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What happens when medical students trade books for the chaos of real patient care? They spent months and months learning medicine from books. Then suddenly, they were thrown into hospitals with real patients, real pressure, and only the barest clue what they were doing. In this episode, Dave sits down with M4s Jacob Hanson and Happy Kumar, and M3s …

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Nathan J. Murphy Talks About The Ideas That Rule Us 56:22

4M ago56:22

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Ideas shape our lives—sometimes without us even realizing it. In this episode, I sit down with Nathan J. Murphy, founder of Prepolitica and author of The Ideas That Rule Us, to explore how the ideas we inherit, adopt, and hold onto influence our decisions, beliefs, and behaviors. Nathan brings a deep, research-driven approach to understanding the p…

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