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Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

Amanda

37 episodes

1 week ago

In this episode, joined by Katie and Kendra, we share why waiting for “later” rarely works, how coaching gives physician spouses real tools, and where community fills the gaps that anonymous advice cannot. AMA resources, culture change, and practical habits for presence and parenting tie it all together. • Kendra’s path from survival mode to certified coaching focused on physician spouses • Katie’s residency story and how small reframes changed daily life • Why the podcast exists and who it ...

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In this episode, joined by Katie and Kendra, we share why waiting for “later” rarely works, how coaching gives physician spouses real tools, and where community fills the gaps that anonymous advice cannot. AMA resources, culture change, and practical habits for presence and parenting tie it all together. • Kendra’s path from survival mode to certified coaching focused on physician spouses • Katie’s residency story and how small reframes changed daily life • Why the podcast exists and who it ...

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Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#37| Why Physician Families Thrive When We Stop Waiting For “Later” And Start Building Now

In this episode, joined by Katie and Kendra, we share why waiting for “later” rarely works, how coaching gives physician spouses real tools, and where community fills the gaps that anonymous advice cannot. AMA resources, culture change, and practical habits for presence and parenting tie it all together. • Kendra’s path from survival mode to certified coaching focused on physician spouses • Katie’s residency story and how small reframes changed daily life • Why the podcast exists and who it ...

1 week ago

40 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#36| How To Keep The Holidays Joyful When Medicine Disrupts The Schedule

We name the hard parts of being married to medicine during the holidays and trade perfection for a plan that fits real life. From Big Three priorities to warm boundary scripts, we share ways to feel less alone, more present, and more connected. • expectations versus reality for physician families • emotional load and invisible work during the season • loneliness even in full houses • guilt over frustration and comparison • Big Three priorities to reduce stress • celebrate when you can, not w...

2 weeks ago

13 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#35| How A Med Spouse Turned Survival Into Support For Families In Training

We talk with Rachel Thibault about turning survival into growth during medical training, from having a baby during MS3 to supporting a new neurosurgery resident while working full-time. She shares practical systems, community-building steps, and a free guide for med spouses. • key moments from college to match and residency • baby during MS3 and specialty choice pressure • shift from comparison and martyr mindset to agency • work boundaries, four tens, and nanny share structure • nightly no-...

3 weeks ago

29 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#34| Beyond The Glamour Of Doctor Spouses

We push past the “must be nice” stereotype of being married to a doctor and share the lived reality: late dinners, missed plans, debt, and deep pride. We reframe glamour as small wins, teamwork, and patience, and offer a weekly challenge to answer with grace and truth. • the “must be nice” myth and why it sticks • late cases, canceled plans, and solo events • financial pressure in training and early practice • invisible labor, loneliness, and emotional load • resilience, resourcefulness, and...

4 weeks ago

7 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#33| Ask Amanda: Real Questions About Friendship, Identity, and Medical Life

We launch Ask Amanda with three raw questions about friendships on impossible schedules, resentment in medical marriage, and finding identity beyond labels. We share practical ways to keep connections alive, name hard feelings without guilt, and rebuild a life that feels like yours. • micro‑moments for friendship when plans keep canceling • showing up with intention over frequency • acknowledging resentment without shame • building pockets of joy and self‑care • communicating needs and logis...

1 month ago

12 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#32| You Can’t Wait To Be Invited—Start Inviting And Watch Your Circle Grow

We get honest about how weird adult friendship can feel and why waiting to be invited no longer works. Practical ideas, simple scripts, and a one-week challenge make building your circle feel doable and less awkward. • why friendship feels harder with adult responsibilities • designing community on purpose, not by chance • where to meet people in medical circles and beyond • kids’ activities as low-friction connection points • church and values-based small groups for depth • interest groups ...

1 month ago

10 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#31| From Classroom To CEO: A Med Spouse’s Guide To Growth Mindset And Reinvention

We share Lauren Dumont’s journey from a beloved kindergarten classroom to finding Little Minds Big Futures while navigating family medicine residency. The talk blends growth mindset, identity, and practical literacy support for K–5 readers. • PGY2 realities and why timing rarely feels perfect • Leaving a career and moving provinces with grace • What growth mindset means for kids and adults • Reframing loss into opportunity and small steps • Routines that steady hard seasons and loneliness • ...

1 month ago

21 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#30| Resentment, Stillness, And The Quiet Work Of Love

We explore how medical training strains family life and how five simple pillars can rebuild trust, ease resentment, and create more peace at home. Sarah Payne shares practical tools for calmer conversations, stronger self-talk, and small daily habits that change the tone of love. • life during medical school, residency, and rotations • distance and missed milestones as hidden costs • why resentment is a window into unmet needs • moving from scorekeeping to solutions as a team • seeing your p...

1 month ago

30 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#29| How Physician Spouses Hold Families Together Through Burnout

We explore the hidden cost of physician burnout on families and why spouses often become the strongest protector against stress and disconnection. Dr. Lisa Muhlenbein shares practical habits, the MedLife Matrix framework, and a clear case for hospitals to include families in well-being programs. • the 80/20 split of burnout drivers and why organizations must act • sacrifice, relocation, and loneliness in medical marriages • how to spot burnout’s ripple at home before it snowballs • habit sta...

2 months ago

38 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#28| Why There’s No “Perfect Time” To Have Kids In Medical Training

We talk with postpartum nurse and physician spouse Maddie Chand about growing a family through medical school and residency, why the “perfect time” to have kids is a myth, and how small routines and strong community keep parents steady. Real stories, simple strategies, and encouragement for anyone juggling diapers with call schedules. • balancing family planning with medical training • coping with pressure and outside opinions • building support without nearby family • church, classmates and...

2 months ago

16 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#27| What I Wish I Knew Before Moving To Nashville For Residency

We share what we wish we knew before moving to Nashville for residency, from commute traps and childcare waitlists to building a real support system. Practical steps help you choose the right neighborhood, find your people, and design a life that feels like home. • researching neighborhoods before house hunting • testing commute times during real shift hours • preschools, daycare, and nanny waitlists • virtual tours and parent networks for schools • using physician-focused realtors as connec...

2 months ago

11 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#26| How to Buy a Home From Afar Without Losing Your Mind

We share a step‑by‑step plan for buying a home from a distance with less stress by defining non‑negotiables, using smart tools, and leaning on a local agent who understands physician life. From commute realities to flood zones and school intel, we map how to choose well and protect your peace of mind. • naming three non‑negotiables and a firm budget • commute constraints for call and late‑night returns • school research using niche.com and local input • using Google Maps for routes, railroad...

2 months ago

12 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#25| Residency Interview Season, Together

We break down residency interview season from the spouse’s seat and share how to help without taking over. Expect practical checklists, a simple spreadsheet system, and clear ways to balance support, budgets, and boundaries. • the spouse’s role as logistics lead and emotional anchor • weekly check-ins to set involvement and boundaries • travel tactics for flights, hotels, and budgets • packing redundancies and printed documents • city scouting for costs, commute, schools, and vibe • a shared...

3 months ago

10 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#24| The Multifaceted Life of a Doctor's Wife

Dawn Mast shares her extraordinary journey as a physician's wife of 33 years, mother of four medical professionals, author, speaker, retail worker, and stand-up comedian. • Wife to a physician for 33 years after meeting in college • Mother to four children who are all pursuing careers in medicine • Author of "Soul Care for the Medical Marriage" which resonates with various high-demand professions • Focuses on the time they have together rather than what they don't have • Dispels myths about ...

3 months ago

24 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#23| Are You Choosing Productivity Over Pleasure?

Relationship coach Courtney Boyer shares insights on reigniting intimacy in long-term relationships and breaks down why women actually turn down sex. • Courtney's background as a mental health counselor, relationship coach, and military physician spouse of 20+ years • Why sex remains a taboo topic in modern society and how pleasure connects to personal power • The importance of cultivating your own joy and independence within relationships • How busyness and to-do lists drain energy and crea...

3 months ago

27 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#22| When the Finish Line Isn't What You Expected: Navigating Post-Residency Reality

Bradie Fisher returns to discuss the unexpected challenges that arise when medical training ends and "real life" begins for physician families. • Survival mode during training creates relationship patterns that don't automatically adjust when circumstances change • Resentment often emerges paradoxically after training ends, not during the hardest years • Communication about changing expectations is crucial but difficult when feelings seem unjustified • Household labor division typically does...

3 months ago

30 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#21| A Financial Advisor's Guide for Doctors and Their Spouses

Lauren Oschman, CEO of Vestia Personal Wealth Advisors, draws from her experience as a physician's daughter to help doctors navigate their unique financial challenges with specialized guidance for both physicians and their spouses. • Growing up with an interventional cardiologist father gave Lauren insight into physician households • Physician spouses often manage family finances while doctors focus on medicine • Doctors face unique financial challenges including delayed earnings and student...

3 months ago

35 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#20| Navigating Debt During Medical Training

Kristin Gentry shares her journey as a pharmacist married to a cardiologist, offering wisdom on navigating careers alongside medicine, unconventional medical training paths, and successfully paying off significant student debt during training. • Kristin's husband took a non-traditional route to medical school through University of Missouri, Kansas City's MD-only program • Managing six different board certifications while balancing family life and pregnancy • Successfully paying off $290,000 ...

4 months ago

31 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#19| Finding Your Roots: How Self-Trust Transforms Healing

Cindy Payne shares her journey from elementary school teacher to licensed professional counselor, describing how she blends clinical therapy with yoga and mindfulness to create a holistic approach to mental health care. • From teaching to therapy – how Cindy's interest in relationships over education led to her counseling career • Building Rooted Counseling Services during the pandemic and how crisis created opportunity • The significance behind the name "Rooted" and its connection to yoga p...

4 months ago

31 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses

#18| The Art of Intentional Living While Married to Medicine

Bradie Fisher shares her journey as an interior designer married to a radiologist, balancing her boutique design business with family life while navigating the challenges of medical training. • Grew up with her husband in the same small private school, transitioning from friendship to romance after graduation • Married at 22 before her husband started medical school, moving from Houston to Dallas and finally to Franklin, Tennessee • Built her interior design business intentionally small to p...

4 months ago

29 minutes