Let's Talk SIM

In this episode, host Nicola Contreras, speaks with Dr. Marian Luctkar-Flude, an Associate Professor at Queen’s University School of Nursing and Co-President of The Canadian Alliance of Nurse Educators using Simulation (CAN-Sim) about how global partnerships, virtual simulation, and shared scholarship are expanding access to high‑quality simulation, supporting faculty development, and shaping the...

In this Season Five kickoff episode, Host Nicola Contreras talks with representatives from the Washington Board of Nursing and the Washington State Simulation Plan Task Force, Tiffany Zyniewicz and Alison C. Bradywood, about their partnership and process for determining the balance between best practices and feasibility of high-quality simulation as 2:1 clinical replacement.

In this episode, Host Jasline Moreno and Dr. Kellie Bryant explore how AI is elevating nursing education by making simulation experiences more engaging, personalized, and effective. Through tools like virtual patients, tailored chatbots, and adaptive learning pathways, AI is ultimately contributing to improved patient care. Dr. Bryant highlights how thoughtful AI adoption can ease faculty workload...

In this episode of Let’s Talk Sim, Dr. Crystal Murillo joins host Jasline Moreno for a powerful conversation on leadership, equity, and the evolving future of simulation. They explore the importance of culturally responsive practices, balancing career and life, and the impact of emerging technologies like AI. With insights on representation, inclusion, and preparing the next generation of healthca...

In this episode, host Jasline Moreno and Dr. Michelle L. Aebersold explore how extended reality is opening new possibilities for simulation-based learning. From creative XR projects to practical integration tips, they break down what educators need to know to confidently embrace the future of simulation.

In this episode of Let’s Talk Sim, we’re joined by Dr. Tiffani Chidume — a nurse educator, researcher, and simulationist whose work centers on equity in simulation, immersive technology, and inclusive learning environments. Dr. Chidume shares insights from her recent presentation at the 2025 INACSL conference on equity-centered simulation design and the integration of virtual reality in nursing ed...

In this episode, Dr. Beth Hallmark shares her insights on what it takes to lead a successful simulation center. From fostering a culture of collaboration and positivity to navigating challenges with resilience, Dr. Hallmark reflects on the leadership strategies that drive meaningful change. Tune in to hear real-world examples of how strong leadership can transform teams, elevate performance, and i...

Host Jasline Moreno kicks off Let's Talk SIM season 4 with Sabrina Beroz, DNP, RN, CHSE-A, ANEF to explore mentorship and coaching in simulation education, sharing insights on goal-setting, building strong mentor-mentee relationships, and finding the right fit!

Host Lori Greer, MSN, RN, CHSE meets with Nicole Harder, RN, PhD, CHSE, CCSNE, Professor College of Nursing at the University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, to discuss the use of AI and VR in healthcare simulation. Listen as they discuss the importance of this innovative technology paving the way for the future of simulation.

Host Lori Greer, MSN, RN, CHSE meets with  Elizabeth Horsley, RN, MSMS, CHSE, CCS to discuss her career in simulation and building a career in the field. Listen as they discuss strategies to navigate a career in simulation!

Host Lori Greer, MSN, RN, CHSE meets with Cheryl Camacho, MBA, EMT-P, CHSE, Director of Simulation and Outreach Education at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio to discuss directing and leading a SIM-center. Listen as they discuss the importance of a strategic plan and clarified mission to help build a robust simulation program.

Host Lori Greer, MSN, RN, CHSE touches on critical conversations in healthcare simulation with guest Jasline Moreno, MSN, RN,CHSE in the third episode of season three. Jasline and Lori discuss the journey to simulation education as well as pursing higher education to become SIM leaders.

Listen as host Lori Greer, MSN, RN, CHSE touches on critical conversations in healthcare simulation with guest Mary Fey, PhD, RN, CHSE-A, FAAN, ANEF in the second episode of season three. Dr. Fey shows us what the nursing education paradigm shift should look like, the 3 C’s of simulation, and teaching the nursing students of today.

Kicking off season three of Let’s Talk SIM, host Lori Greer, MSN, RN, CHSE meets with Jane Paige, RN, PhD, CNE, CHSE, Professor and Program Director at the Milwaukee School of Nursing to discuss the mechanics of building scenarios. Listen as they touch on the Review Tool for Evaluating the Design and Implementation of Simulations using Best Practices , interprofessional simulation scenarios, and a...

In the sixth and final episode of season two of Let’s Talk SIM, host Kyle Johnson, PhD, RN, CHSE, Associate Dean for Simulation & Associate Professor at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Nursing caught up with Dr. Niki Fogg, Director of Simulation Education and Technology and is an Associate Professor at Texas Woman’s University (TWU), to touch on Prebriefing and Debriefin...

In the fifth episode of Let’s Talk SIM, hosts Kyle Johnson, PhD, RN, CHSE, Associate Dean for Simulation & Associate Professor at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Nursing, and Gamze Ağartıoğlu Kundakçı, PhD(c), RN, RA, researcher at the Faculty of Nursing in Turkey (Türkiye), meet with Davorin Marković, RN, Medical Simulation Specialist and Coordinator of SIM Centre Ljubl...

In the fourth episode of season two, host Kyle Johnson, PhD, RN, CHSE, Associate Dean for Simulation & Associate Professor at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Nursing chats with podcast guest Beth Rogers, PhD, RN, CNE, CHSE, Assistant Professor of Nursing at Texas Christian University. Dr. Rogers and Dr. Johnson discuss their shared passion for research and the growing im...

In honor of INACSL’s 20th anniversary celebration, we had the pleasure of interviewing the incomparable Dr. Suzan “Suzie” Kardong-Edgren, PhD, RN, ANEF, CHSE, FSSH, FAAN and Dr. Sharon Decker, PhD, RN, FSSH, ANEF, FAAN  who have been practicing simulation in nursing and healthcare even before it was even officially called by that name. Season two host Kyle Johnson, PhD, RN, CHSE looks to the past...

In the second episode of season two, host Kyle Johnson, PhD, RN, CHSE , Associate Dean for Simulation & Associate Professor at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Nursing talks with Dr. Kim Leighton, PhD, RN, CHSOS, CHSE, ANEF, FSSH, FAAN , Executive Director of the ITQAN Clinical Simulation and Innovation Center at Hamad Medical Cor, Doha, Qatar. Dr. Leighton shares about t...

Welcome to Season Two of the Let’s Talk SIM podcast! In our first episode of the season, host Kyle Johnson, PhD, RN, CHSE , Associate Dean for Simulation & Associate Professor at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Nursing addresses the state of Advanced Practice Nursing (APRN) Simulation especially for simulationists pursuing a doctoral degree. Scholar and educator, Dr. Sar...

In the sixth episode of Let’s Talk SIM, host Jennifer Alderman, PHD, RNC-OB, CNL, CNE, CHSE, Clinical Associate Professor at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Nursing talks with two sustainability superheroes fighting for a more positive environmental impact in healthcare simulation. Jessica Marsack, RN, BSN, PhD, CMSRN and Melissa Bathish PhD, RN, CPNP-PC from the Clinical...

In the fifth episode of Let’s Talk SIM, host Jennifer Alderman, PHD, RNC-OB, CNL, CNE, CHSE, Clinical Associate Professor at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Nursing talks with two IPE experts. Ann Scott, DNP, RN, CCRN-K, CNE and Robin Dawson, PhD, RN, CPNP-PC from the College of Nursing at the University of South Carolina discuss their experience with practicing sim-IPE (...

Host Jennifer Alderman, PHD, RNC-OB, CNL, CNE, CHSE, Clinical Associate Professor at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Nursing talks with Cynthia Clark, PhD, RN, ANEF, FAAN, Founder of Civility Matters TM, Professor Emeritus at Boise State University, and an award-winning professor, scholar, and author. In this episode, they discuss examples of incivility healthcare profess...

Let’s Talk SIM podcast host Jennifer Alderman, PHD, RNC-OB, CNL, CNE, CHSE, Clinical Associate Professor at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Nursing talks with Cynthia Foronda, PhD, RN, CNE, CHSE, ANEF, FAAN, Professor of Clinical and the Assistant Dean for Innovation, Clinical Research, and Scholarship at the University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies. In th...

Host Jennifer Alderman, PHD, RNC-OB, CNL, CNE, CHSE, Clinical Associate Professor at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Nursing talks with virtual reality experts VRpatients Nursing Product Supervisor & SME Tracy Chesney, PhD(c), MSN-Ed, CNE, CHSE, CHSOS and Associate Professor at Queen’s University Faculty of Health Sciences School of Nursing Dr. Marian Luctkar-Flude, R...