The Podcast Network

On air, for both sides of the exam room.

Two flagship shows serving the physician career market: one for the teams recruiting clinicians, one for the clinicians they hire.

For recruiters & talent leaders

Workforce Wisdom

The Future of Healthcare Talent

Conversations for healthcare recruiters, talent leaders, and TA professionals shaping the future of physician and clinician hiring.

Hosted by Christy Bray · Show page →

For residents & physicians

Surviving & Thriving in Residency

Real talk for residents, fellows, and early-career physicians

Practical career advice, wellness insight, and transition strategy for residents and fellows navigating the road to practice.

Hosted by Charley Lowry · Show page →

Latest across both shows

Recent episodes

Surviving & Thriving in Residency

Episode 43: A Recruiter's Journey to GME with Eric Martin

For this forty-third episode of the "Surviving and Thriving in Residency" podcast, host Charley Lowry welcomes Eric Martin, Director of GME and Provider Relations at PracticeLink. Together they discuss Eric's background in healthcare recruitment at PracticeLink, his transition to a GME, strategies for improving physician retention and program success and so much more! For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

Jun 29, 2026 · 33 min

Workforce Wisdom

Episode 49: Elevating Leadership: Driving Change Through Operations and Influence with Lotoya Henry-Ojubana

For this forty-ninth episode of PracticeLink Media Network's "Workforce Wisdom: The Future of Healthcare Talent" podcast, host Christy Bray welcomes Lotoya Henry-Ojubana of Sentara Health. In this episode, Christy and Lotoya discuss the importance of increasing female representation in healthcare, strategies for effective communication with executives, how to foster inclusive, high-performing teams and so much more! For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

Jun 24, 2026 · 45 min

Surviving & Thriving in Residency

Episode 42: The Future of Cardiology with Mubbasher Syed

For this forty-second episode of the "Surviving and Thriving in Residency" podcast, host Charley Lowry welcomes Dr. Mubbasher A. Syed, interventional cardiologist and endovascular specialist at First Coast Cardiovascular Institute in Jacksonville, Florida. Together they discuss the future of cardiology, the emotional and technical challenges of interventional work, the importance of physician advocacy and so much more! For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

Jun 15, 2026 · 1h 7m

Workforce Wisdom

Episode 48: Immigration Strategy in a Shifting Policy Landscape with Elissa Taub

For this forty-eighth episode of PracticeLink Media Network's "Workforce Wisdom: The Future of Healthcare Talent" podcast, host Christy Bray welcomes Elissa Taub, partner with Siskind Susser PC. In this episode, Christy and Elissa discuss the evolving landscape of healthcare recruitment, particularly focusing on immigration strategies for international physicians. They also explore the challenges posed by recent policy changes, the implications of the $100,000 H-1B fee, the importance of compliance and risk management and so much more! For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

Jun 10, 2026 · 57 min

Surviving & Thriving in Residency

Episode 41: Transitioning from Medical School to Resident

In this special compilation episode of Surviving & Thriving in Residency, we revisit powerful conversations with Dr. Rohit Bhan, Dr. Sarah Eichinger and Dr. Aderinola Adejare-Smith as they reflect on the transition from medical school to residency. Drawing from their previous appearances on the podcast, each physician shares candid insights about navigating imposter syndrome, adjusting to the demands of residency training, building resilience and finding confidence in a new clinical role. Packed with practical advice and encouragement, this episode offers invaluable perspective for medical students and incoming residents preparing to take the next step in their medical journey. For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

Jun 1, 2026 · 25 min

Workforce Wisdom

Episode 47: Partnering for Better Care: Unlocking Strategic Partnerships with Locum Tenens Agencies with Juliane Brown Howard

For this forty-seventh episode of PracticeLink Media Network's "Workforce Wisdom: The Future of Healthcare Talent" podcast, host Christy Bray welcomes Juliane Brown Howard, healthcare staffing professional with LocumTenens.com. In this episode, Christy and Juliane discuss the changing perceptions of locum tenens, the impact of technology on staffing solutions, effective communication in building successful staffing partnerships and so much more! For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

May 27, 2026 · 58 min

Surviving & Thriving in Residency

Episode 40: The Reality of Residency with Mina Al Saeedi

For this fortieth episode of the "Surviving and Thriving in Residency" podcast, host Charley Lowry welcomes Dr. Mina Al Saeedi, internal medicine resident at Brookdale University Hospital in Brooklyn Together they discuss Mina's inspiring journey from wartime Baghdad to residency in the US, challenges faced by international medical graduates in the US, resilience and leadership in medical training and so much more! For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

May 18, 2026 · 21 min

Workforce Wisdom

Episode 46: From Reach to Results, a Modern Approach to Recruitment Marketing in Healthcare with Lee Ratliff

For this forty-sixth episode of PracticeLink Media Network's "Workforce Wisdom: The Future of Healthcare Talent" podcast, host Christy Bray welcomes Lee Ratliff, Director of Marketing at PracticeLink. In this episode, Christy and Lee discuss the evolving landscape of healthcare recruitment marketing, the importance of data-driven strategies, the role of creative storytelling in attracting clinicians and so much more! For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

May 13, 2026 · 25 min

Surviving & Thriving in Residency

Episode 39: The Role of Physician Spouses in Shaping Healthcare Workforce Stability with Elizabeth Landry

For this thirty-ninth episode of the "Surviving and Thriving in Residency" podcast, host Charley Lowry welcomes Elizabeth Landry, founder of The MedCommons. Together they discuss shares insights on supporting physician families, addressing systemic challenges, improving physician well-being through organizational support and so much more! For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

May 4, 2026 · 41 min

Workforce Wisdom

Episode 45: How Video & AI Strengthen Recruitment, Retention & Culture with Deborah Mitchell

For this forty-fifth episode of PracticeLink Media Network's "Workforce Wisdom: The Future of Healthcare Talent" podcast, host Christy Bray welcomes Deborah Mitchell, Emmy-nominated TV producer and video marketing strategist. In this episode, Christy and Deborah discuss the importance of storytelling, building trust and fostering inclusivity in leadership. The conversation also highlights the evolving landscape of leadership as generational expectations shift, emphasizing the need for leaders to adapt and connect with their teams through effective communication and video content. For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

Apr 29, 2026 · 36 min

Surviving & Thriving in Residency

Episode 38: Healthcare Challenges and Solutions with Dan Collard

For this thirty-eighth episode of the "Surviving and Thriving in Residency" podcast, host Charley Lowry welcomes Dan Collard, co-founder of Healthcare Plus Solutions Group. Together they discuss how to influence systems and build trust without formal authority, the importance of continuous learning and being a change agent, cultivating a culture that reduces burnout and enhances employee engagement and so much more! For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

Apr 20, 2026 · 47 min

Workforce Wisdom

Episode 44: AI, Misconduct & Modern Healthcare Hiring: Preventing Risk Before It Walks Through the Door with Ben Mones

For this forty-fourth episode of PracticeLink Media Network's "Workforce Wisdom: The Future of Healthcare Talent" podcast, host Christy Bray welcomes Ben Mones, CEO and Founder of Fama. In this episode, Christy and Ben discuss the evolution of background checks with AI and social media screening, the role of transparency and explainable AI in ethical screening, the impact of generational shifts and digital culture on workplace behavior and so much more! For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

Apr 15, 2026 · 48 min

Surviving & Thriving in Residency

Episode 37: Smart Loan Strategies for Medical Residents with Joy Sorensen Navarre

For this thirty-seventh episode of the "Surviving and Thriving in Residency" podcast, host Charley Lowry welcomes Joy Sorensen Navarre, president and founder of Navigate LLC.. Together they discuss the importance of understanding your student loans early in residency, differences between federal income-driven repayment and private refinancing, the role of loan repayment programs and signing bonuses and so much more! For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

Apr 6, 2026 · 39 min

Workforce Wisdom

Episode 43: Reboot Hiring Ahead of AAPPR 2026 with Katrina Collier

For this forty-third episode of PracticeLink Media Network's "Workforce Wisdom: The Future of Healthcare Talent" podcast, host Christy Bray welcomes Katrina Collier, a globally recognized talent acquisition strategist, author of Reboot Hiring and Keynote Speaker for the 2026 AAPPR Annual Conference. In this episode, Christy and Katrina discuss the critical need for a human-centered approach in recruitment, the importance of building genuine connections between healthcare recruiters and hiring managers, the necessity of improving the candidate experience to foster trust and engagement and so much more! For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

Apr 1, 2026 · 1h 1m

Surviving & Thriving in Residency

Episode 36: Resilience and Reinvention in Healthcare with Olga Pudovka Gross

For this thirty-sixth episode of the "Surviving and Thriving in Residency" podcast, host Charley Lowry welcomes Dr. Olga Pudovka Gross, current resident at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Amarillo, Texas. Together they discuss Dr. Gross’s early inspiration to pursue medicine, her journey through medical school abroad, the challenges of rebuilding her career in the United States after political instability, her commitment to underserved populations and so much more! For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

Mar 23, 2026 · 41 min

Workforce Wisdom

Episode 42: Innovative Leadership in Healthcare Recruitment with Carey Goryl

For this forty-second episode of PracticeLink Media Network's "Workforce Wisdom: The Future of Healthcare Talent" podcast, host Christy Bray welcomes Carey Goryl, Chief Executive Officer for the Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment (AAPPR). In this episode, Christy and Carey discuss real-world tactics on streamlining communication in healthcare recruitment, using data for smarter decision-making, building resilient healthcare teams that stay motivated without sacrificing work-life harmony so much more! For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

Mar 18, 2026 · 46 min

Surviving & Thriving in Residency

Episode 35: Embracing the Path to Holistic Medical Practice with David Park

For this thirty-fifth episode of the "Surviving and Thriving in Residency" podcast, host Charley Lowry welcomes Dr. David Park, nationally respected physician leader in osteopathic medical education. Together they discuss Dr. Park's decision to pursue osteopathic medicine, his experiences in medical school and residency, the significance of community and professional identity in achieving long-term satisfaction in a medical career and so much more! For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

Mar 9, 2026 · 45 min

Workforce Wisdom

Episode 41: How Education Access Drives Workforce Strategy and Retention with Constance St. Germain

For this forty-first episode of PracticeLink Media Network's "Workforce Wisdom: The Future of Healthcare Talent" podcast, host Christy Bray welcomes Constance St. Germain, president of Capella University. In this episode, Christy and Constance discuss why competency-based education matters, why employer partnerships are critical, key ROI metrics for employers, future trends in higher education and so much more! For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

Mar 4, 2026 · 43 min

Surviving & Thriving in Residency

Episode 34: Staying Grounded Through the Challenges of Residency with Aderinola Adejare-Smith

For this thirty-fourth episode of the "Surviving and Thriving in Residency" podcast, host Charley Lowry welcomes Aderinola Adejare-Smith, anesthesiologist at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland. Together they discuss Dr. Adejare-Smith's inspiring journey from Nigeria to becoming an anesthesiologist at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, the challenges of medical school, the importance of maintaining a sense of self during residency and so much more! For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

Feb 23, 2026 · 35 min

Workforce Wisdom

Episode 40: The Future of Patient Access, Workforce Efficiency, and AI with Alex Zoller

For this milestone fortieth episode of PracticeLink Media Network's "Workforce Wisdom: The Future of Healthcare Talent" podcast, host Christy Bray welcomes Alex Zoller, Co-Founder and CEO of PatientGenie, an AI-driven platform that automates provider matching, scheduling and care-gap closure for health plans and health systems. In this episode, Christy and Alex discuss the evolution of impact of AI agents in healthcare, strategies for minimizing administrative burdens with automation, how virtual health supports rural/underserved populations and so much more! For more information, visit PracticeLink.com or email PLMedia@PracticeLink.com.

Feb 18, 2026 · 42 min