B Excellent

Ballad Health
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The B Excellent Podcast dives into the heart of our cultural transformation journey! Join our hosts as they explore the strategies, stories, and skills that empower our team members to deliver exceptional care, build stronger connections, and excel in their roles. From leadership insights to real-world examples, B Excellent is your guide to unlocking your full potential and contributing to a thriving workplace. Tune in regularly for inspiration, actionable tips, and a lot of B Excellent energy!

  1. 1D AGO

    Perseverance and Purpose: The Leadership Journey of Adnan Brka

    In the latest episode, Josh and Aaron travel to Johnson City Medical Center for a discussion with the facility's new Chief Nursing Officer, Adnan Brka. In this episode, Adnan shares his remarkable journey - from moving to the region from Bosnia without speaking English to building a successful career in healthcare leadership. Along the way, he reflects on the challenges he faced, the lessons he learned, and the leadership principles that helped guide his path. He also shares how the support he and his family received from the local community during those early years shaped his journey and continues to influence the way he leads today. It’s an inspiring conversation about resilience, growth, and the power of perseverance - and a reminder that leadership journeys often begin with overcoming adversity and embracing opportunities to learn.

    30 min

  2. FEB 2

    A Career Built on Serving Others

    Aaron travels to Marion, Virginia to talk with physical therapist Lindsey King, a recent recipient of the prestigious Scott and Nikki Niswonger Servant’s Heart Award. Lindsey shares what inspired her to pursue physical therapy, why she values a career focused on helping others improve their quality of life, and how her faith and commitment to service keep her centered in her work. Her story is a powerful example of our values in action.

    23 min

  3. JAN 19

    Building for Tomorrow: A Conversation with Chris Jett

    To launch our 2026 season, Josh and Aaron sit down with Niswonger Children’s Network CEO Chris Jett. Chris shares his career journey leading up to Ballad Health, why the Niswonger Children’s Network is vital to our region, updates on renovations to Niswonger Children’s Hospital, and the leadership lessons he has learned.

    28 min

  4. 12/09/2025

    Holiday Special

    This episode is a festive B Excellent Podcast Holiday Special! In this episode, the podcast crew - Josh, Aaron, Taylor, Tucker, and Toby - reflect on the origins of the show and revisit some of their favorite interviews, moments, and pieces of advice from across the year. It’s a great listen if you’re looking for inspiration, a few laughs, and some meaningful reminders during this season of reflection.

    26 min

  5. 11/24/2025

    Embracing the Next Chapter: A Conversation with Rebecca Beck

    Aaron and Josh traveled to Johnson City Medical Center to sit down with JCMC’s new CEO, Rebecca Beck. In their conversation, Rebecca talks about her career journey, her enthusiasm for leading the Johnson City team, and how she and her teams at HVMC and IPCH have incorporated B Excellent principles into their daily workflow. It’s an inspiring episode filled with practical insights and valuable leadership perspective.

    26 min

  6. 10/27/2025

    Building the Foundation: How Research and Academics Power Our B Excellent Journey

    Josh sits down with Dr. Matthew Loos, Chief Academic Officer, and Dr. Quincy Byrdsong, Vice President of Research Operations, from Ballad Health’s Research and Academics department. Together, they explore how research and academics support innovation and continuous learning across our organization, helping lay the foundation for our B Excellent journey. You’ll also hear about their personal career paths, what drew them to the world of academic medicine and research, and how they each find balance and renewal outside of work. It’s an inspiring look at how curiosity, integrity, and a love of learning can help shape our culture as a whole.

    43 min

  7. 10/07/2025

    Quality Over Quantity: Building a Culture of Excellence at Lee County Community Hospital

    In the latest episode of the B Excellent Podcast, Josh and Aaron visit Lee County Community Hospital to talk with Paulina Thompson, RN, and nurse manager Savanah Bowen, RN, about the hospital’s remarkable journey since reopening. Paulina and Savanah share how their team has maintained high performance metrics by focusing on quality over quantity and fostering a culture of accountability and care. They describe how B Excellent principles are actively shaping daily interactions - encouraging intentional communication, positive reinforcement, and teamwork that continue to strengthen both patient outcomes and workplace culture.

    24 min

  8. 08/04/2025

    Leading with Purpose: A Conversation with Debbie Dover

    Josh and Aaron sit down with Debbie Dover, Ballad Health’s Senior Vice President of Talent Engagement and Chief Human Resources Officer. Debbie shares insights from her career journey, the lessons that have shaped her leadership, and why stepping outside of your comfort zone is essential for growth. She also offers a behind-the-scenes look at how B Excellent is helping transform the culture at Ballad Health

    30 min
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The B Excellent Podcast dives into the heart of our cultural transformation journey! Join our hosts as they explore the strategies, stories, and skills that empower our team members to deliver exceptional care, build stronger connections, and excel in their roles. From leadership insights to real-world examples, B Excellent is your guide to unlocking your full potential and contributing to a thriving workplace. Tune in regularly for inspiration, actionable tips, and a lot of B Excellent energy!

Information

  • Creator
    Ballad Health
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Ballad Health
  • Show Website
    B Excellent