The Long Call

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Divya Shah to unpack what “residents as teachers” means in modern training. We talk about why teaching matters even when time is tight, how teaching strengthens residents’ own learning, and what programs can miss when they try to build resident-as-teacher curricula. From practical, on-the-ground strategies to culture change, recognition, and the future of teach...

Giving feedback is essential in residency...but it can feel awkward, rushed, and high-stakes. Building on our last episode about receiving feedback, we focus on how to give clear, compassionate, and actionable feedback that supports learning. We discuss the ADAPT model as a simple framework for real-world teaching moments and walk through practical clinical scenarios from clinic and the OR. Tune i...

In this episode we unpack one of residency’s most important skills: learning to receive feedback well. Using insights from the book Thanks for the Feedback , we explore why feedback can feel threatening, what actually counts as feedback, and how common triggers can derail our ability to learn. We share some practical strategies for navigating feedback conversations, recognizing blind spots, managi...

We’ve all been there...reading the same paragraph three times and still not getting it. In this episode, we break down how adults actually learn, why studying in residency feels so hard, and some practical strategies that really work. From active recall and spaced repetition to micro-learning in the moments between patients, we discuss habits that help knowledge stick. We also talk about using fee...

In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome our very first guest, Dr. Abike James, for a powerful conversation about training in uncertain times. Together, we dive into how today’s tumultuous climate is shaping residency, where learners are feeling the greatest pressures, and how programs can stay grounded in their mission and values. We explore what it means to anchor in purpose, engage with our c...

In this episode, we take on a heavier topic: burnout. We share our own experiences, unpack the definition, and break down the three core components of burnout — emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced sense of accomplishment. We also explore the conversation around “moral injury” and how system pressures can erode meaning and purpose in our work. We discuss how burnout shows up in res...

Welcome to The Long Call ! We are Mary and Khaila — an OB-GYN program director and a current resident — and we're excited to kick off The Long Call , a podcast about thriving in residency and beyond. In this first episode, we share our stories, what inspired the show, and why the “in-between” years of medical training matter just as much as the milestones. It’s a real, honest conversation abo...

In this episode, we discuss how to support new residents! We reflect back on the early days of intern year — the excitement, the chaos, and the steep learning curve that comes with becoming a new doctor. We talk about what makes orientation actually helpful, how programs and peers can best support new residents, and why small things (like meeting admin staff or knowing who to call for help) make a...