Doctors and Writers

Bonjour. This week we explore the relevance of essay writing in today's fast-paced, AI-driven world. We discuss Michael Dean's essay on the subject, emphasising the importance of original thought and the challenges posed by transactional writing. The conversation delves into the historical context of essays, the writing process, and the value of human feedback, while also considering how AI can as...

In this episode of the Doctors and Writers podcast, we discuss the essential do's and don'ts of writing, particularly in the healthcare field. We emphasise the importance of having a clear purpose for writing, crafting engaging hooks, maintaining rhythm and flow, and utilising multimedia to enhance engagement. The conversation also touches on the significance of avoiding polarisation in writing. W...

We're back! In this episode of the Doctors and Writers podcast, we reconnect after a long break to share updates on our writing journeys, personal growth, and reflections on creativity. We discuss the impact of our environments on our writing processes, the importance of authenticity in social media, and the confidence gained through experience. Chapters 00:00 Welcome Back and Updates 01:56 Writin...

In this episode, Adi and Pranav read and discuss two pieces of writing that they find powerful and well-written. Adi reads an essay by Arthur Koestler that explores the limits of knowledge and understanding, while Pranav reads a piece by Sam Altman that discusses the concept of compounding and the importance of long-term thinking. Both pieces demonstrate the power of simple language and clear comm...

Pranav and Adi discuss their approaches to long-form writing. They explore the differences between long-form and short-form writing, the importance of ideation and collecting ideas, and the process of writing for oneself versus writing for a client. They also discuss the skills needed for long-form writing and how it can improve one's ability to write persuasively and in different styles. They...

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If you're a doctor who wants to write their first book head here → https://doctortowriter.carrd.co/ In this episode, Adi and Pranav discuss the topic of writing a thousand words a day. Adi shares his experience and strategies for achieving this goal, including the inspiration he found from Nathan Barry and the habit-building approach. They also discuss the benefits of writing a thousand words...

Pranav and Adi discuss writing techniques and how to make writing more compelling. They explore the importance of the first sentence, using alliteration, and varying sentence length. They also discuss the power of planting seeds in the reader's mind and cycling back to topics throughout a piece of writing. The conversation highlights the importance of curiosity, rhythm, and creating a memorabl...

If you want to write your first book, but don't know where to start, head here → https://doctortowriter.carrd.co/ In this episode, Adi and Pranav reflect on the progress of their podcast, Doctors and Writers, over the past two months. They discuss their podcast's growth, their audience engagement, and their LinkedIn page's success. They also announce their upcoming project, a guide for...

This pod was fun! This week we had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Matt Morgan, an ICU consultant and the author of Critcal (translated into 4 languages and featured in The Times) and A Letter from the ICU , written at that start of the pandemic that was read by over 4 million people. Matt shares his writing journey and the importance of finding time and inspiration to write. He emphasises the ne...

Adi and Pranav discuss their approaches to reading and note-taking to become better writers using Paul Kalanithi's When Breath Becomes Air. Adi shares a four-step process he learned from William Adler's book, 'How to Read.' The steps include elementary reading, inspectional reading, analytical reading, and synoptical reading. Adi emphasises the importance of asking specific questio...

Virginia Chachati shares her journey from being a pharmacist to becoming a successful medical writer and health creator. She emphasizes the importance of self-education and continuously learning new skills. Virginia discusses the value of community and the power of networking with other professionals. She also highlights the need for ethical practices in the online writing industry, including fair...

In this episode of the Doctors and Writers podcast, Adi and Pranav discuss their experiences with writing viral threads on Twitter. Adi shares his first viral thread, which happened by accident, and Pranav talks about a thread he wrote on entering the flow state. They break down the structure and content of their threads, highlighting the importance of simplicity, storytelling, and engaging the re...

In this episode, Pranav and Adi discuss the question of where to publish as a beginner writer. They share their own experiences and insights on different platforms such as Twitter, LinkedIn, blogs, and newsletters. They highlight the pros and cons of each platform, including ease of use, audience building, feedback mechanisms, and professional environment. They emphasise the importance of choosing...

In this episode, Adi and Pranav discuss making a good income through writing. They share their personal experiences and explore various ways to monetise writing. They emphasize the importance of mindset, finding a niche, and providing value to readers. They also discuss pricing strategies and the benefits of email newsletters. The conversation discusses the methodical approach to launching a produ...

Adi and Pranav discuss the process of finding one's niche as a writer. Adi shares his journey of discovering his niche through trial and error, distilling his experiences, and analysing the response from his audience. They explore the idea of defining your niche versus letting it be defined by others and the importance of being authentic to your interests. They also discuss the concept of bein...

Summary In this episode Pranav and Adi take you behind the scenes of launching Doctors and Writers. They reflect on the mistakes and successes from the first 10 days of launching and share their plans for the future. They emphasise the importance of moving fast, iterating, and putting things out there. There's also some Q&A from listeners about finding a niche, and the temptation to quit m...

Adi and Pranav lay out the 6 stages of coming up with ideas. They explore different methods of capturing ideas and the advantages of pen and paper versus digital tools like Notion. They emphasise the importance of being present and observant to find inspiration in everyday experiences. They also discuss the concept of the flow state and creating the right environment for generating ideas. They hig...

Doctors can suffer from Imposter Syndrome. So can writers. But doctors who write? They have the worst of both worlds. In this Episode Adi and Pranav define Imposter Syndrome, talk about its different forms, why we suffer from it, how we can overcome it and why more doctors in training need to start hitting those keys and sharing their stories. Takeaways Imposter syndrome is a common experience for...

Summary In this episode, Pranav and Adi discuss how to manage writing as busy doctors with a busy schedule. They share their strategies and tips for finding time to write, setting priorities, and maintaining consistency. They emphasize the importance of understanding your limitations and setting realistic goals. They also touch on the use of AI tools like ChatGPT for ideation, but highlight the va...

In this episode, Adi and Pranav discuss the impact of writing on their careers as doctors. They share how writing has opened up opportunities and job offers. They also talk about the financial aspect of writing and how it can be monetised. Overall, they emphasise the importance of writing and the potential it has to shape and advance one's career. Takeaways Writing has had a significant impact...

Summary Pranav and Adi discuss their journeys as doctors and writers in this episode. They explore why they started writing and why they continue to do so. They highlight the importance of sharing experiences and ideas in healthcare and how writing can bridge the gap between doctors and patients. They also discuss the barriers that doctors face when it comes to writing and encourage others to star...