The Mug Up

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Join us for conversations about heart & humanness in medicine. The podcast is a collaboration between The Office of Learner Well-Being & Success at the Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University of Newfoundland & Labrador, and MD learners and residents. Grab a cup of your favourite beverage and listen to experts and learners talk about the many facets of well-being as they apply to medical learners and residents. Intro & outro music created by Liam Robbins, podcast team member & MD learner.

  1. JAN 8

    S5E3: Indigenous in Medicine: Part 1

    In Part 1 of Indigenous in Medicine, host Zubia Mahmood speaks with second-year medical student April Foote about how lived experience, place, and community shape pathways into medicine. April reflects on growing up in Labrador, accessing healthcare in rural and remote settings, and the importance of culturally safe, patient-centred care. This episode explores representation in medicine, systemic barriers in healthcare, and the responsibility of providers to foster trust and equity in Indigenous health contexts. Click here for: CMA APOLOGY TO INDIGENOUS PEOPLES: HISTORICAL AND ETHICAL REVIEW REPORT

    24 min

  2. 12/16/2025

    S5E2: Being a First-Generation Medical Student

    In this episode, hosts Julianna Brinston and Brianna Barrett sit down with Mary Jane Butler and Abigail Schwartz for an open and reflective conversation about what it means to navigate medical school as a first-generation medical student. Together, they explore the hidden curriculum of medicine — from deciphering unspoken expectations and professional norms, to managing imposter syndrome, financial pressures, and the weight of representing family and community for the first time in academic medicine. Transcript: Thank you to the Mug Up podcast team who worked on this episode: Julianna Brinston & Brianna Barrett (hosts), Gabrielle Newman (researcher), and Kayla Crichton (editor).

    40 min

  3. 11/12/2025

    S5E1: Learning Away From Home Part III

    Learning from Home — On this episode of The Mug Up, host Megan sits down with Haley and Carly, two med students from NL outside the St. John’s metro, to talk about studying away from home. They explore belonging, culture across Newfoundland and Labrador, homesickness, making community, and seeing life in chapters. They share candid stories, practical coping tips, and why stepping outside your comfort zone can grow resilience and empathy. Grab a hot beverage and join us! This episode includes AI-generated content.

    54 min

  4. 08/05/2025

    S4E8: Disability in Medicine

    In this episode, we’re joined by medical students Kaitlyn and Abi for an open and honest conversation about navigating medical school while living with disability and chronic illness. They reflect on their journeys through medicine — from managing clinical demands and disclosure decisions, to confronting internalized ableism and challenging the assumptions baked into medical culture. The discussion highlights how the medical model of disability can fall short in addressing real-world experiences, and how adopting a social model may transform both care and learning environments. This episode explores advocacy, accessibility, resilience, and the power of representation — a vital listen for anyone seeking to build a more inclusive and compassionate future in medicine. -- Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1duzqZRXqXZ8qV9TG2iZrf_toDJfZ7pV2_UGuhsFcqW0/edit?usp=sharing -- Thank you to the Mug Up podcast team who worked on this episode: Sarah Dunphy (host), Julianna Brinston (researcher), Kayla Crichton (editor), and Megan Clemens (podcast lead, transcriber).

    33 min

  5. 05/22/2025

    S4E7: Learning Away from Home Part II: The Atlantic Student Experience

    In Learning Away From Home (Part II), PEI-born med students Lesley and Alexis share what it’s been like adjusting to life and medical training in Newfoundland and Labrador. From small-town similarities to surprising differences, they reflect on their transition, what helped them feel at home, and advice for others navigating med school away from their home province. -- Transcript to follow. -- Thank you to the Mug Up podcast team who worked on this episode: Sarah Dunphy (editor), Amelia Jones (transcriber), and Megan Clemens (podcast lead).

    59 min

  6. 05/01/2025

    S4E6: Learning Away from Home Part I: Learners from Out-of-Province

    What’s it like to move across the country for med school? In Season 4 Episode 6 of the Mug Up Podcast, host Megan Clemens talks with her friends and fellow Ontarians, Josheil Boparai and Jill Koebel, about their experiences studying in Newfoundland and Labrador. From navigating homesickness to adjusting to cultural nuances, they share candid stories of what it means to learn (and grow!) away from home. The conversation also explores how in-province classmates can help foster a more welcoming environment, and offers thoughtful advice for anyone preparing to leave their home community for training. Whether you're a student, supporter, or just curious about the cross-country journey, this episode is for you. -- Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aPnH6uOuwQnRzg8WAEOb_hMSyqGpsGIQ/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104875702330250306717&rtpof=true&sd=true  -- Thank you to the Mug Up podcast team who worked on this episode: Megan Clemens (editor & podcast lead) & Amelia Jones (transcriber).

    1 hr

  7. 04/10/2025

    S4E5: Hobbies in Medicine

    In Season 4, Episode 6 of The Mug Up, host Kayla Crichton sits down with pre-clerks Michael Lee and Chelsea Abbott to discuss the importance of nurturing hobbies within the medical field. Both Michael and Chelsea, who began their journeys in music, co-founded The Apollo Chamber Music Society—a group that gives performance opportunities to those that are both healthcare professionals and musicians. They explore the significant parallels between chamber music and healthcare, such as collaboration, personal responsibility, and striving toward a common goal. Chelsea reflects on how this initiative provides a creative outlet for busy professionals, helping them grow personally and professionally. Michael adds that dedicating time to personal interests, like music, enhances clinical learning and promotes well-being. Together with Kayla, they delve into how maintaining hobbies, even during the busiest medical training periods, is vital for staying grounded, fostering personal growth, and remaining authentically oneself. -- Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Nl5RN2RVPxoLI9TLdCw7GzKw6r3QfXxipxTfDyVNdd4/edit?usp=sharing -- Thank you to the Mug Up podcast team who worked on this episode: Melanie Lapierre (researcher), Julianna Brinston (editor), Sarah Dunphy (transcriber), and Megan Clemens (podcast lead).

    42 min

  8. 02/11/2025

    S4E4: Being Queer in Medicine

    In our fourth episode, host Kaya Dooley sits down with three medical students to discuss their experiences of being queer in medicine. First up is Hannah Sparkes, a second-year medical student, who shares how her bisexual identity has shaped her journey through med school. She offers thoughtful insights on heteronormativity in the curriculum, its impact on doctor-patient relationships, and the importance of inclusive language in clinical practice. Next, we hear from Katherine (Kat) Bowes (she/her), a first-year medical student, who reflects on her experience as a lesbian in medical education. Kat discusses the influence of LGBTQIA2+ stereotypes, how her appearance and self-expression have shaped her role in the classroom, and what it means to navigate these spaces authentically. Finally, Katie Steeves (she/her), a second-year medical student, opens up about her asexual identity. Katie sheds light on the widespread misunderstanding of asexuality within both the medical community and society at large, emphasizing the importance of recognizing asexual identities—especially when learning about and diagnosing sexual dysfunction disorders. Tune in to hear candid stories, personal reflections, and meaningful conversations in Mug Up Episode 4: Being Queer in Medicine. -- Thank you to the Mug Up podcast team who worked on this episode: Sarah Dunphy (researcher & guest recruitment), Amelia Jones (editor), Julianna Brinston (transcriber), and Megan Clemens (podcast lead).

    1h 3m
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Join us for conversations about heart & humanness in medicine. The podcast is a collaboration between The Office of Learner Well-Being & Success at the Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University of Newfoundland & Labrador, and MD learners and residents. Grab a cup of your favourite beverage and listen to experts and learners talk about the many facets of well-being as they apply to medical learners and residents. Intro & outro music created by Liam Robbins, podcast team member & MD learner.

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  • Creator
    LWS Podcast
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright LWS Podcast
  • Show Website
    The Mug Up