The World’s Okayest Medic Podcast LIVE at Crash and Learn with the HLTH Crew
Sep 17, 2025
Join Mike Boone, Founder of the Crash and Learn conference and co-host of Heavy Lies the Helmet podcast, as he shares insights from a lively outdoor recording. They discuss the magic of no-PowerPoint talks, which foster real connections. The beautiful West Virginia location enhances learning, while the "Sim Till You Puke" intensity pushes crews in realistic scenarios. Mike emphasizes the importance of community, networking, and authentic presentations that truly resonate, making this gathering a unique experience for flight and EMS clinicians alike.
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Ditch Slides To Connect Better
- Practice speaking without slides to strengthen connection and mastery of content.
- Rely less on PowerPoint and prepare to riff using a whiteboard or memory when tech fails.
Keynote Mastery Raises The Bar
- Will Heuser's keynote showed deep mastery by speaking two hours without notes and citing many landmark studies.
- That level of command energized attendees and set a high bar for the conference.
Environment Drives Honest Learning
- Crash and Learn's outdoor, low-tech format creates psychological safety and closer connections between speakers and attendees.
- That environment encourages vulnerability and more honest questions than corporate conferences.