The World’s Okayest Medic Podcast
The World’s Okayest Medic Podcast is a podcast for all EMS providers. Whether you’re an EMT, paramedic, nurse; work in a 911 response setting or critical care transport; and are a novice or experienced clinician, this podcast is for you.
Latest episodes
May 17, 2024 • 0sec
Random Talk: Cardiac Monitors, Life & Death, LODDs
LISTNER DISCRETION (IS REALLY) ADVISED
May 13, 2024 • 0sec
Random Talk: FOAMed, Social Media, "Progressive" Agencies
This podcast discusses the impact of social media on EMS education and progressive agencies. It emphasizes the need for transparency in agency promotions and criticizes social media bragging without substance. The conversation also touches on dealing with negative comments on FOMED TikTok and sharing work experiences. Additionally, the importance of improving EMS practices and monitoring outcomes for better patient care is highlighted.
May 9, 2024 • 0sec
Fire-Based EMS
Alert Medic One Podcast's Josh came on to discuss the good and the bad about fire-based EMS. Spoiler alert, there's more good. The old paradigm of "F EMS" is changing (in many places).
May 5, 2024 • 0sec
Kirk from Hamilton: Bringing the ICU Vent to the Ambulance
Kirk Smith, RT from Hamilton Medical came onto the podcast to talk about the Hamilton T1 and how EMS agencies from CCT to IFT to 911 services are using it.
Apr 29, 2024 • 0sec
I Pivoted on POCUS
LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED
Apr 27, 2024 • 0sec
Peds Resus and The Tortured Paramedics Department
LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED
PMID: 35832199
Apr 23, 2024 • 0sec
Ashlynn O'Dell, Being a Young Paramedic, Imposter Syndrome
Ashlynn O'Dell, a young paramedic, shares her struggles with imposter syndrome and the challenges of working alone in emergency medicine. She discusses the importance of structured onboarding for new paramedics and reflects on personal growth from EMT to flight paramedic. The episode also explores her journey on TikTok, managing social media fame, and embracing positivity in the workplace.
Apr 15, 2024 • 0sec
Expert Panel: Mental Health
Alex Jabr from Emergency Resilience and James Boomhower from StayFit4Duty came onto the podcast to have some unscripted real talk about first responder mental health. Listener discretion is advised.
Apr 11, 2024 • 0sec
Mini Episode: Can't See the Cords
Explore the need for adapting strategies in airway management to overcome intubation difficulties. Learn about using video laryngoscopy with a bougie, blade variations, and rescue airway equipment. Discover the importance of adaptability and humility in managing airway challenges.
Apr 9, 2024 • 0sec
Questioning the Prehospital Airway Narrative
The podcast challenges the prehospital airway narrative, discussing the use of supraglottic airways in civilian settings, the importance of first pass success in intubation, disparities in paramedic and physician intubation outcomes, and the accuracy of reporting intubation success rates. It also explores the risks of sedatives in pre-hospital intubation procedures and highlights the need for proper protocols and safety measures.
