Bundle Of Hers

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Power from identity, leading through story. BUNDLE OF HERS is a podcast dedicated to amplifying underspoken voices and stories in medicine. Our journey is a continuous exploration of discoveries, where identity growth, defining moments, and ongoing self-understanding take center focus. Medical residents and students Hạ Lê, Lilly Kanishka, Laurel Hiatt, Austen Ivey, and Sanila Math discuss how their different identities influence their experiences navigating the complexities of studying and practicing medicine. Through honest and thought-provoking conversations and personal narratives, BUNDLE OF HERS explores the diverse collection of voices and stories within the medical field.

  1. 12/23/2025

    S8E8: The Loneliness of Medical Training

    You can be surrounded by people and still feel deeply alone. Laurel, Hạ, and Austen unpack how loneliness shows up in medical training and practice—not as physical isolation, but as emotional and social disconnection. They reflect on when loneliness hits hardest, when it eases, and what helps them feel seen in high-pressure environments. The conversation also explores how disconnection among clinicians shapes the care we give and the relationships we build with patients.

    33 min

  2. 12/16/2025

    S8E7: Burnout, Identity, and (Re)Finding Yourself in Medical Training

    Medical training has a way of quietly reshaping who you are—sometimes faster than you realize. Former BUNDLE OF HERS co-host Harjit Kaur joins Hạ and Lilly for an honest reflection on the gap between who we thought we would be as physicians and who we are becoming in the process. They unpack identity, burnout, and the systems that make it hard to show up as whole people in medicine. From policy frustrations to emotional exhaustion, they discuss how to reclaim parts of yourself, redefine success, and give yourself grace while learning to practice medicine in a way that still feels human.

    40 min

  3. 12/09/2025

    S8E6: Breaking the Cycle of Perfectionism and Imposter Syndrome in Medicine

    Perfection sneaks into medical training so quietly that you may not notice the weight of it—until you are already carrying too much. Austen and Sanila are joined by classmate, Jade Kho, for a conversation about imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and the moments that made them question whether they were "good enough" for medicine. They unpack the hidden standards students carry, the struggle of wanting to excel while still learning, and how reframing self-doubt can open the door to actual growth. For anyone who has ever felt behind, inadequate, or like everyone else has it figured out—this one is for you.

    34 min

  4. 12/02/2025

    S8E5: Navigating Medical School's Hidden Curriculum and Finding Your Path in Medicine

    Walking into medical school without a roadmap hits differently when you are the first in your family to do it. No insider language, no built-in mentors, no one who can explain the difference between Step exams, clerkships, and the hidden curriculum everyone else seems to know. Kirsten Myers, PGY-3 in neurology, joins Lilly to talk about navigating medicine as a first-gen trainee—what it feels like, what it demands, and what it teaches you. They dig into the confusion, the pressure, and the unexpected strengths that come from forging your own path.

    34 min

  5. 11/25/2025

    S8E4: Sanila — A Journey Built on Community and Becoming

    This season's IDENTITY SERIES episode spotlights new co-host Sanila as she brings along three friends from different chapters of her life to reflect on the milestones that shaped her continuing growth. Through stories of childhood quirks, academic pivots, community roots, and the struggles that made her stronger, the four friends explore how identity is built over time—and how hindsight reveals just how far we have come.

    30 min

  6. 11/18/2025

    S8E3: MD or PhD? Choosing the Right Path in Medicine and Research

    "Should I go to medical school or pursue research?" Hannah Happ joins Laurel and Hạ for a straightforward conversation about the MD, PhD, and MD/PhD paths — why they chose their routes and the lessons learned along the way. From career goals to identity, personality fit, and the day-to-day realities of each track, they offer insights into understanding what each journey looks like and how to choose the path that feels right for you.

    27 min

  7. 11/11/2025

    S8E2: Disability and Medicine—Rethinking Who "Belongs" in Health Care

    Nearly one in four adults lives with a disability—but in medicine, disability is often treated as something to "fix" rather than understand. Hạ and Laurel discuss disability in medicine—what the term actually means, why it matters, and how it manifests in both medical training and patient care. From neurodiversity and trauma-informed practice to the ableism built into training systems, the conversation explores how rethinking disability can make medicine more compassionate, inclusive, and human.

    34 min

  8. 11/04/2025

    S8E1: Facing Challenges in Medicine

    In the season eight premiere of BUNDLE OF HERS, Lilly, Austen, and Sanila get real about what it means to face challenges in medicine—and how those moments shape who you become. From juggling self-doubt and identity pressures in med school to navigating the steep learning curve of residency, they open up about the struggles that pushed them to grow. Together, they introduce this season’s theme, “Growth Through Challenge,” and talk about the messy, honest side of becoming a doctor.

    31 min
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Power from identity, leading through story. BUNDLE OF HERS is a podcast dedicated to amplifying underspoken voices and stories in medicine. Our journey is a continuous exploration of discoveries, where identity growth, defining moments, and ongoing self-understanding take center focus. Medical residents and students Hạ Lê, Lilly Kanishka, Laurel Hiatt, Austen Ivey, and Sanila Math discuss how their different identities influence their experiences navigating the complexities of studying and practicing medicine. Through honest and thought-provoking conversations and personal narratives, BUNDLE OF HERS explores the diverse collection of voices and stories within the medical field.

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  • Channel
    The Scope
  • Creator
    The Scope, University of Utah Health
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2025
  • Episodes
    200
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2017 University of Utah Health
  • Show Website
    Bundle Of Hers

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