The Pitt Podcast 9:00 A.M. with Sepideh Moafi and Shawn Hatosy
Jan 23, 2026
In this engaging discussion, Sepideh Moafi, who shines as Dr. Baran Al-Hashimi, dives into her character's journey and the challenges of modernizing patient care. Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider, a physician specializing in neurological illness, explores how such challenges can alter personality and strain relationships. The chat highlights the complexities of caregiving, the emotional weight of personal loss, and the importance of understanding behavior changes linked to medical issues. Tune in for insights into both acting and the medical realities faced by patients.
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Medical Cases As Moral Mirrors
- The episode uses clinical cases to reveal larger social lessons like implicit bias and empathy.
- The writers layer medical drama with moral questions to prompt viewer self-reflection.
Snap Judgments And Implicit Bias
- The Jackson Davis scene forces viewers to confront snap judgments about disrupted behavior.
- The show parallels prior episodes to expose racial and bias-driven assumptions in emergency responses.
Personal Tie To The Brain Tumor Story
- Hunter recalls his father's brain tumor to explain why the discovery scene landed emotionally.
- That personal connection amplified the impact of McKay finding a 4-cm brain mass.