Best Livestorytelling Podcasts (2024)

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Burnout and Beyond with Jessi Gold, MD 55:37

2h ago55:37

55:37

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From Pharmacy to Fiction with Ruth Madievsky 41:14

6d ago41:14

41:14

In this episode of Conversations, Ruth Madievsky, clinical pharmacist and author of the national bestseller "All-Night Pharmacy," shares the inspiration behind her darkly poetic novel about sisterhood, addiction, and intergenerational trauma. Ruth reflects on how her Moldovan roots, her healthcare career, and her love of poetry have shaped her writ…

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Finding Strength in Medical Malpractice with Gita Pensa, MD 58:20

7d ago58:20

58:20

In this episode of Conversations, Dr. Gita Pensa opens up about her harrowing experience as a defendant in a 12-year-long malpractice lawsuit and how it spurred her to create Doctors and Litigation: The L Word, a podcast aimed at helping physicians cope with the emotional toll of litigation. Gita also discusses her involvement in the documentary "A…

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The Origins of Life with Sara Imari Walker 1:11:54

14d ago1:11:54

1:11:54

In this episode of Conversations, we sit down with Dr. Sara Walker, an astrobiologist and theoretical physicist who is reshaping the way we think about life. From her work on the origins of life to her innovative assembly theory, Sara takes us on a journey through the possibilities of discovering alien life and challenges some of the core tenets of…

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The American 31 Flavor Ice Cream 48:28

1M ago48:28

48:28

Family medicine physician Zed Zha persuades her reluctant parents, visiting from China, to indulge in the treat of ice cream. Zed performed this story live at the Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theatre at Symphony Space in New York in November 2023, for an event on the theme of "Taking Care" which The Nocturnists co-produced with the Bellevue Literary Review…

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Fly Away 38:16

1M ago38:16

38:16

Mother of four, writer, and attorney Ann Schrooten reflects on a pivotal moment from her fifteen year journey caring for her son Jack, who lived with congenital muscular dystrophy. Ann performed this story live at the Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theatre at Symphony Space in New York in November 2023, for an event on the theme of "Taking Care" which The No…

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A Taste of Home 51:22

2M ago51:22

51:22

Shaida Dusenge Kamali, originally from Kigali, Rwanda, reflects on her journey from earning a prestigious scholarship to study in Oklahoma, to raising her younger brother after the sudden passing of their mother. Now a second-year medical student with a passion for geriatrics, Shaida shares the challenges and growth that came with balancing educati…

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Healing Waters 41:06

2M ago41:06

41:06

Nurse Roshni Shah reflects on how water and ritual bathing brought serenity to a difficult life period, where she was balancing caring for her aging mom with working nights in the ICU. Roshni performed this story live at the Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theatre at Symphony Space in New York in November 2023, for an event on the theme of "Taking Care" which…

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The Art of Being Seen 57:37

2M ago57:37

57:37

Emmy-winning writer and creative director Lu Chekowsky delves into her mother’s powerful lessons on resilience, navigating a high-stakes media career, and facing the biases of healthcare in a larger body. Lu performed this story live at the Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theatre at Symphony Space in New York in November 2023, for an event on the theme of "Ta…

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The Power of Pausing in Uncertainty with Maggie Jackson 38:32

6M ago38:32

38:32

In our 50th The Nocturnists: Conversations episode, Emily speaks with Maggie Jackson, award-winning author and journalist, about her book "Uncertain: The Wisdom and Wonder of Being Unsure." Maggie describes the neuroscience of uncertainty, the benefits of curiosity and slowing down, and findings from her interviews with physicians and surgeons abou…

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Moving Toward Health Equity with Uché Blackstock, MD 49:39

6M ago49:39

49:39

Dr. Uché Blackstock, an emergency medicine physician and health equity advocate, discusses her book "Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine." She shares personal stories about her family's journey in medicine, systemic racism and her work to create a more equitable healthcare. Find show notes, transcript, and more at thenocturnis…

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Behind the Scenes of Spiritual Care with Luke Lortenzen and Mati Engel 33:27

6M ago33:27

33:27

Documentary filmmaker Luke Lorentzen and hospital chaplain Mati Engel discuss their award-winning film, "A Still Small Voice," which explores the rewards and challenges of providing spiritual care in the hospital setting. Find show notes, transcript, and more at thenocturnists.com. The Nocturnists is made possible by the California Medical Associat…

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Magical Realism in the Pediatric ER with Rachel Kowalsky 52:16

7M ago52:16

52:16

Pediatric ER physician and author Rachel Kowalsky discusses her short story, "The Delivery Boy." Set in an ER, the story follows a young Guatemalan boy and the team of clinicians who treat him. Rachel talks about how her experiences influence her writing and teaching in health humanities. "The Delivery Boy" is available to read online for free. Fin…

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Obituaries From My Father 47:12

8M ago47:12

47:12

When Dr. Augie Lindmark first started receiving obituaries in the mailbox, he wasn’t sure whether to be amused or afraid. But soon he discovers the identity of the sender, and enters into a rare an unexpected dialogue about aging and mortality. Augie performed this story live at the Parkway Theater in Minneapolis in April 2023, for an event on the …

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Labor and Loss 45:14

8M ago45:14

45:14

Physician Tiffany Albrecht jumped into “doing” mode when her beloved husband died – she ran a 5K, cleaned out her closet, and went on a hike. But when her son was finally born, she was overcome by a cathartic wave of emotions. Tiffany performed this story live at the Parkway Theater in Minneapolis in April 2023, for an event on the theme of "REBIRT…

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Growing Up 48:50

8M ago48:50

48:50

Psychiatrist Carson Brown was terrified to tell her mother that she was moving to Minnesota. But with inspiration from Carl Jung, and some of her own psychotherapy patients, she finds the courage to make the announcement, and feels her way into a new chapter of adulthood. Carson performed this story live at the Parkway Theater in Minneapolis in Apr…

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Saying Goodbye 45:13

8M ago45:13

45:13

When medical student Peter Park’s grandfather died, he was unable to fly to Korea for the funeral due to COVID restrictions. But in anatomy lab, the cadaver he was assigned to shared some similarities to his grandfather that were difficult to explain. Spending time with the body of this stranger, he was able to come to terms with his grandfather’s …

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Traction in the Rain 41:22

9M ago41:22

41:22

Pathologist Sue Wheaton tells a story about helping her mom, a surgeon and racecar driver, navigate the challenges of aging. Later, she reflects on their complicated relationship, and how car metaphors helped them move through difficult moments in their lives. Sue performed this story live at the Parkway Theater in Minneapolis in April 2023, for an…

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Love in Practice 42:45

9M ago42:45

42:45

When Anthony’s wife got sick, he believed the way to best support her was by getting stuff done. Over time though, he discovered that in order to become a better caregiver, he was going to need to unlearn some of the lessons he’d learned growing up about what love looks like in practice. Anthony performed this story live at the Parkway Theater in M…

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Lost and Found 50:01

9M ago50:01

50:01

The Nocturnists is back with Season 6 of its classic storytelling series, "Stories from the World of Medicine." We begin with Dr. Meghan Rothenberger, an infectious disease doctor in Minneapolis who had to lose her dog, her wallet, and her dinner, before she realized she'd also lost something more important: herself. Meghan performed this story liv…

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Trailer: Season 6 - Stories from the World of Medicine 1:14

9M ago1:14

1:14

The Nocturnists, the award-winning medical storytelling podcast, is thrilled to announce the launch of its sixth season of its series Stories from the World of Medicine, themed "REBIRTH," available starting February 15, 2024. Hosted by Dr. Emily Silverman, this season features an inspiring lineup of medical professionals and students, including Dr.…

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🎄 CHRISTMAS PROLOGUES - THE MAN WHO INVENTED CHRISTMAS by Les Standiford 1:06

11M ago1:06

1:06

Just before Christmas in 1843, a debt-ridden and dispirited Charles Dickens wrote a small book he hoped would keep his creditors at bay. His publisher turned it down…

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🎄 CHRISTMAS PROLOGUES - AN IRISH COUNTRY CHRISTMAS by Alice Taylor 1:47

11M ago1:47

1:47

A memoir of a County Kerry Christmas as seen through the author’s own nine-year-old eyes. A tender remembrance of a simpler, yet harder, time past. These are holidays as everyone wishes they could remember them…

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🎄 CHRISTMAS PROLOGUES - THE CHRISTMAS CHRONICLES by Jeff Guinn 1:36

11M ago1:36

1:36

This is how it all began. One day Jeff Guinn received an urgent call from the North Pole from a man claiming to be Santa Claus. Lo and behold, it actually was Santa…

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🎄 CHRISTMAS PROLOGUES - THE HOMECOMING by Earl Hamner Jr 1:21

11M ago1:21

1:21

Clay-Boy takes to the snowy Virginia hills in search of his father in a Christmas story told with warmth and power. Spencer’s Mountain inspired the popular television show The Waltons…

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The Nocturnists

The Nocturnists

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Burnout and Beyond with Jessi Gold, MD 55:37

1
From Pharmacy to Fiction with Ruth Madievsky 41:14

1
Finding Strength in Medical Malpractice with Gita Pensa, MD 58:20

1
The Origins of Life with Sara Imari Walker 1:11:54

1
The American 31 Flavor Ice Cream 48:28

1
Fly Away 38:16

1
A Taste of Home 51:22

1
Healing Waters 41:06

1
The Art of Being Seen 57:37

1
The Power of Pausing in Uncertainty with Maggie Jackson 38:32

1
Moving Toward Health Equity with Uché Blackstock, MD 49:39

1
Behind the Scenes of Spiritual Care with Luke Lortenzen and Mati Engel 33:27

1
Magical Realism in the Pediatric ER with Rachel Kowalsky 52:16

1
Obituaries From My Father 47:12

1
Labor and Loss 45:14

1
Growing Up 48:50

1
Saying Goodbye 45:13

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Traction in the Rain 41:22

1
Love in Practice 42:45

1
Lost and Found 50:01

1
Trailer: Season 6 - Stories from the World of Medicine 1:14

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🎄 CHRISTMAS PROLOGUES - THE MAN WHO INVENTED CHRISTMAS by Les Standiford 1:06

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🎄 CHRISTMAS PROLOGUES - AN IRISH COUNTRY CHRISTMAS by Alice Taylor 1:47

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🎄 CHRISTMAS PROLOGUES - THE CHRISTMAS CHRONICLES by Jeff Guinn 1:36

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🎄 CHRISTMAS PROLOGUES - THE HOMECOMING by Earl Hamner Jr 1:21

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