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Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ RT Sidebar Show Notes Live from the California Society for Respiratory Care (CSRC) , the Let's Get Ethical crew joins Mindy Conklin and Matty P for another lively conversation—this time with special guest, the one and only Dr. JB . From thought-provoking ethical dilemmas to leadership, clinical practice, and plenty of laughs along the way, this episode is packed with the c...

Send us Fan Mail When I look at the Mayo Clinic situation, one question keeps coming to mind: Was this truly a financial decision, a staffing decision, or something else entirely? I don't have the answer. But I do think it's a conversation worth having.  Check out part 2 of RT Sidebar.  #Stay Tuned #RespiratoryTherapy #RTSidebar #HealthcareLeadership #CriticalCare #HealthcareWorkforce

Send us Fan Mail This wasn't an episode I expected to record. When news broke that Mayo Clinic would be removing overnight bedside respiratory therapists from several facilities, I had an emotional reaction. I'll admit it. As someone who has spent years advocating for respiratory therapy, it felt personal. But after sitting with it, I realized what bothered me most wasn't the decisi...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of # RT Sidebar , @Mindy Conklin sits down with good Barfly friends Allie and Amanda for a conversation that goes everywhere—in the best way possible. From leadership and clinical practice to career journeys, life lessons, and plenty of laughs, nothing is off limits when these three get together. It’s honest, fun, insightful, and exactly the kind of conversation th...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ RT Sidebar – Episode 102 Sometimes the best episodes are just friends hanging out and talking RT. In Episode 102, Mindy, JJ, and Matty P sit down together for an honest conversation about respiratory therapy, their careers, the highlights, the lowlights, and the moments that shaped who they are today. From laughs to lessons learned, this episode gives listeners a more personal...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ RT Sidebar – Episode 101: The Q&A Continues The conversation isn’t over… it’s just getting started. Episode 101 brings you Part Two from our 100th episode celebration at the Montana Society for Respiratory Care —a live Q&A session with JJ, Mindy, and Matty P. Real questions, real answers, and the kind of unfiltered discussion you’ve come to expect from RT Sidebar . If y...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ RT Sidebar – Episode 100  🎉 100 episodes. Countless conversations. One incredible community. From bedside insights to big-picture debates, RT Sidebar has been all about elevating respiratory care—and we’re just getting started. This milestone episode is a celebration of the journey, the guests, and the Barflies who made it all possible. Join us for Episode 100 as we reflect, l...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of RT Sidebar , America's RT Sweetheart Mindy Conklin and Matty P dive into the evolution of the APRT and the growing momentum behind compact licensure in respiratory care. From expanding scope of practice to increasing mobility for therapists, they tell you everything you need to know! Plus, the countdown is on—Episode 100 is right around the corner. Don’t mi...

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Send us Fan Mail 🔥 RT Sidebar Show Notes 🔥 This is what JJ and Matty P do every week… #RTNerds #SavingTheWorld 😄 From PICS to vent checks , from patients first to practicing at the top of our license —nothing is off limits. Big questions, real conversations, and a few laughs along the way. Can we save U.S. healthcare? Maybe not alone… but we’re definitely going to talk about it. 👀👇 #RTSidebar...

Send us Fan Mail RT Sidebar Show Notes On this episode of RT Sidebar , we’re joined by Mike Nay for an inside look at what it really means to be a director in respiratory care. From staffing and strategy to tough decisions and team development, Mike pulls back the curtain on the depth and breadth of leadership behind the scenes. This conversation is a must-listen for therapists at every level—whet...

Send us Fan Mail RT Sidebar Show Notes On this episode of # RTSidebar , @Mindy Conklin and @JJ Valdez are joined by special guest host @Kali Dayton from # AwakeAndWalking ICU for a lively catch-up on all the exciting work happening in the movement to transform ICU culture. From early mobility to keeping patients awake, engaged, and walking! The conversation dives into the progress, the pushback, a...

Send us Fan Mail RT Sidebar – Snow Day Edition ❄️ It’s a Snow Day! On this episode of RT Sidebar , we’re joined by our friends Rob and Mike from Let’s Get Ethical to tackle a topic every hospital and respiratory therapist knows all too well—snow days. From staffing challenges and patient safety to communication breakdowns and ethical decision-making, we dig into how hospitals and RT departments ca...

Send us Fan Mail RT Sidebar Show Notes In this special RT Sidebar episode, the hosts step aside as their spouses—Heather, Jason, and Alicia—take over the microphones for a heartfelt and honest conversation about love, life, and respiratory therapy. From long shifts and late nights to shared sacrifices and unwavering support, they offer a behind-the-scenes look at what it truly means to love someon...

Send us Fan Mail RT Sidebar Show Notes In this episode of RT Sidebar , Mindy, JJ, and Matty P sit down with Sarah Sitar, Season 1 winner of The Shift , for a candid conversation that goes beyond what viewers saw on screen. Sarah shares behind-the-scenes insights, real-world lessons, and what the experience revealed about leadership, teamwork, and resilience in healthcare. The discussion highlights...

Send us Fan Mail In this intimate and powerful episode of RT Sidebar , Mindy Conklin sits down with Elthea Notah for a deeply personal conversation about the realities facing Native American hospitals. Speaking both as a respiratory therapist and as a daughter, Elthea shares firsthand insight into the systemic challenges, resource limitations, and emotional toll experienced by patients, families,...

Send us Fan Mail As the year comes to a close, RT Sidebar pauses to reflect, give thanks, and celebrate the people who make this community so special. This Holiday Edition is about gratitude—for the respiratory therapists who show up every shift, the guests who shared their stories, and the listeners who continue to support and inspire us. This season reminds us that respiratory care is more than...

Send us Fan Mail Nicola just completed an outstanding respiratory therapy residency program in Houston, Texas. As a brand-new RT, she’s thriving—earning specialty credentials and building confidence thanks to phenomenal support throughout her training. In this episode, @Mindy Conklin    and  @MatthewPavlichko   dive into her inspiring journey, how the residency shaped her skills, and what it takes...

Send us Fan Mail Barflies asked, and we delivered! The most requested guest joins us for an unforgettable conversation. @Heather Pavlichko (the real RT in the Pavlichko house) brings her expertise and energy to the mic as we dive into some of the hottest topics in respiratory care and beyond. Heather’s insights are practical, forward-thinking, and sprinkled with humor. Whether you’re a clinician,...

Send us Fan Mail Veterans and RTs aren’t that different — both answer the call when things get tough.  Both stand strong under pressure, serve with purpose, and fight to protect lives. This Veteran's/Remembrance Day, #RTSidebar honors those who’ve served — in uniform and in care. 🌺 #VeteransDay #RemembranceDay #RTSidebar #WeAreRT #LestWeForget #RespiratoryTherapy

Send us Fan Mail This week on RT Sidebar , Matty P hangs out with Mike Sheahan and Rob Fishwick — two legends who prove that great careers are built on hard work, good people, and the occasional questionable decision. 😄 They talk shop about networking, finding your “why,” and doing work that actually matters (with a few laughs along the way). Plus, get a sneak peek at “Let’s Get Ethical,” droppin...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Respiratory Care Week from RT Sidebar ! 🎉 This week, we’re celebrating the profession, the passion, and the people who make every shift count. Joining us is Respiratory Coach , a voice for RTs everywhere who brings humor, honesty, and heart to the conversation. Together, we dive into The Shift — The 1st RT Student Reality show.  Check it out at https://www.youtube.com/@Resp...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of RT Sidebar, Matty P hosts a sit down with Mike Sheahan and Rob Fishwick for a candid and thought-provoking conversation on ethics in respiratory care. From real-world dilemmas at the bedside to the gray areas that challenge our professional judgment, this episode dives deep into what it means to “do the right thing” when the path isn’t always clear. Mike and Rob...

Send us Fan Mail It’s International Podcast Day, and what better way to celebrate than by looking back at the summer on RT Sidebar ! ☀️ From big laughs to deep dives, this season has been packed with memorable conversations, inspiring guests, and audience favorites that had us all talking. Join the crew as they recap the highlights of the summer—your top episodes, behind-the-scenes stories, and th...

Send us Fan Mail Leaves are changing, kids are back in school (and sniffling), which means it’s officially time for Fall barflies! 🍂 Mindy, JJ, and I wrapped up an amazing (and exhausting) summer, but now it’s all about pumpkin lattes and fresh conversations. We’re kicking off the season with a guest we’ve had our eye on for a while—Dr. Brian Walsh. Brian is not only a friend, colleague, and inno...