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  • Dear Diary: Juice Detoxes, Occupational Therapy, & Leaky Gut ft Stephanie Petersen NASM-PT, CNT, OTS
    May 20 2025

    In episode 36 of the Physio Diaries podcast, Mel chats with Stephanie Petersen NASM-PT, CNT, OTS, about gut health, juice cleanses, the importance of nutritional health in healthcare, and the journey into occupational therapy ( and travel OT). They get real personal about their own health experiences, the impact of diet and nutrition on conditions like Crohn's disease, and the importance of holistic approaches in healthcare. Stephanie shares her knowledge of juice detoxes that have lasted anywhere from 1-10 days, leaky gut, and practical advice for maintaining gut health through nutrition. Enjoy!


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  • Dear Diary: Surviving Graduate School 101
    May 13 2025

    ⁠In episode 35 of the Physio Diaries podcast, hosts Mel & Al share their experiences as recent graduates as they look back and reflect on navigating the challenges of grad school. They discuss the intense study habits required, the importance of building friendships and community, and managing school and life balance. Their candid conversation offers insights and advice for current and future students in graduate school programs. Get ready for brutal honesty, hard truths, and needed conversations. Let’s talk managing burnout, the pressure of grades, and the value of mentorship and support systems during these tough times of graduate school.This episode is meant for current and future students in graduate school programs. Get ready for brutal honesty, hard truths, and needed conversations. Enjoy!


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  • Dear Diary: Jenn Tran, From The Bachelorette To Your Physician Assistant
    May 6 2025

    In episode 34, Mel & Al interview Jenn Tran, Reality TV star, social media personality, and Physician Assistant Student. We get the inside scoop on the life changing call Jenn received while in PA school clinical rotation to go on the Bachelor (Season 28). Jenn then became The Bachelorette (Season 21), and then went on Dancing With the Stars (Season 33), all while navigating PA School. Although Jenn is known for reality TV, we get to know another side of her, Jenn Tran PA-S. We talk all things Physician Assistant, navigating graduate school, and being a woman in healthcare. See what is next for Jenn in this episode. Don’t forget to rate us after listening! Enjoy!


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  • Dear Diary: Hyperhidrosis, Seattle Adventures, Getting Old, Q & A
    Apr 29 2025

    ⁠You have entered the BREAK ROOM. In episode 33, Mel & Al give you life updates, their girls weekend in Seattle, the struggles of getting old, and answer your questions. If you are in need of a life debrief and rant session this is for you. Thank you for listening, we love you Physio friends! We will see you next month for our next Break Room Talks. Enjoy!


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  • Dear Diary: Is Botox or Filler For Me? ft Nikki Nguyen BSN, RN
    Apr 22 2025

    In episode 32, Mel & Al interview Nikki Nguyen BSN, RN who is an esthetic nurse. Nikki shares her journey as she started working as an oncology nurse, to leaving healthcare, then pivoting to becoming a nurse esthetician in Seattle, WA. We talk about everything from her journey to esthetics and all you need to know about botox, filler, and Nikki’s skin care tips. Enjoy!


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  • Dear Diary: The Art of Traveling Successfully
    Apr 15 2025

    In episode 31, Al & Mel discuss the challenges of maintaining healthy routines while traveling and emphasize the importance of pre, during, and post-trip routines. They share personal experiences and tips on packing essentials, managing food choices, and planning itineraries for trips. The conversation highlights the significance of staying committed to healthy habits even during travel, and the duo provides practical advice for listeners to enhance their travel experiences. Their insights provide practical advice for anyone looking to travel without compromising their health and wellness routines. They share their upcoming travel plans, reflecting on personal growth and the flexibility that comes with being travel PTs. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-care and effective travel systems to ensure a smooth transition back to daily life after trips.


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  • Dear Diary: Is Stretching Really That Important? ft Aliya Brooks (Ageless Mobility)
    Apr 8 2025

    In episode 30, Mel and Al interview Aliya Brooks, also known as Ageless Mobility on social media. They talk about everything you need to know about stretching, how long to hold stretches, the differences between dynamic/static stretches, research around stretching, aging, and more! Aliya also has a juicing business based out of Atlanta and the three discuss the benefits of juicing and how it is integral into one’s health and daily function. They end the conversations with discussing medical sales, as they explore other careers in healthcare and bridging the gap between medical sales and wellness. This is such a great conversation for anyone interested in learning more about stretching, juicing, and medical sales. Aliya offers in person classes in ATL, virtual classes via on demand library and YouTube, and Juices in ATL (soon to be available for out of state purchase). Enjoy!


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  • Dear Diary: I Want to Travel But Don’t Know How (PT, PTA, OT, COTA, SLP, RN)
    Apr 1 2025

    In episode 29, Mel and Al discuss the essentials of being a travel healthcare worker, focusing on the differences between internal and external travel jobs, interview tips, patient caseload expectations, salary negotiation, and the importance of asking the right questions during interviews. They also address listener questions about travel contracts and things to consider before signing a contract. If you want us to connect you with good and reliable recruiters or just talk to us in more detail fill out the form below and we will reach out to you!! Because everyone deserves the resources and opportunity to travel the right way. Enjoy!


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