I WISH THEY TAUGHT THAT IN SCHOOL: Recent Episodes
I WISH THEY TAUGHT THAT IN SCHOOL
In this episode of I Wish They Taught That in School, I sit down with my wife, Renee Brna, to talk about something rarely discussed openly: the quiet shame many mothers carry.
Before entering the mental health field, Renee spent 20 years as a professional performer in theater, television, and music. She began working in crisis support and client services more than a decade ago, and after stepping back to raise her children, she returned with a focus on research and clinical training. She’s now a graduate student therapist pursuing a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Ahead of the release of her new book, A Happy Healthy Mom—a revised and expanded second edition of Mother Nurture, co-authored with Rick Hanson, Jan Hanson, and Ricky Polycove—Renee shares insights into the emotional realities of modern motherhood.
We explore how unrealistic expectations—especially those amplified by social media—can leave new moms feeling like they’re falling short, even when they’re doing everything right. This conversation dives into identity, comparison, mental health, and how to redefine what it actually means to be a “good mom.”
If you’ve ever felt like you’re not measuring up—or love someone who feels that way—this episode is for you.
Sachin Narayan is the founder and former CEO of Cathartic, a non profit company that focuses on preventative health of under-resourced populations. He is recent graduate from the University of Southern California and is matriculating as an MS1 this fall at the Stanford School of Medicine.
In this captivating podcast episode, join me as I sit down with this remarkable young man who achieved the extraordinary feat of getting accepted into the nation’s top medical schools. Discover the secrets behind his success, delve into his insights on navigating the pre-med journey, and explore the intersection of AI and medicine. Together, we explore the inspiring story of how he started a social impact non-profit, while also discussing the profound question of knowing whether a medical career is truly the right path for you. Prepare to be inspired, informed, and empowered by this enlightening conversation.
Chris Ekstam is a physician and entrepreneur living in Texas. After college at the University of Delaware, he went to New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and then did residency in Anesthesiology at Yale New Haven Hospital. In addition to practicing anesthesiology, he owns a patent for a medical invention he created. Chris shares his Read more about Dr. Chris Ekstam—Doctoring, Traveling, and Winging It[…]
Collin Kachel is an educator in Wisconsin, teaching tech education, computer aided design and drafting. He shares his thoughts on the impact of tech on our well-being and the direction society is headed. In this 90 minute podcast, we go deep covering topics from fractured attention to comparing ourselves in the age of instagram. Specifically Read more about Collin Kachel — The Impact of Tech on Mental Health[…]
GO VOTE! NO EXCUSES! What is up California? Today is November 6, 2018 and the most important midterms of our lives is here. Please go out and exercise your right to vote. Don’t forget that your voice matters. The polls are open late and you have a federal right to get be released from your Read more about Go Vote California. What You Need to Know For the Midterm Election 2018[…]
This is a special episode because I want to share a story with you, it’s a story about Skakti Patel, an immigrant from Zambia who now lives and works in California. Here’s the thing though, he’s been here since he was 5 years old and he’s a legal resident here. His status is called being Read more about Shakti Patel On Patience While Applying to Medical School As a DACA Recipient[…]
HOW TO SAVE MONEY FOR TEENAGERS: BE DEBT FREE AND FRUGAL LIVING This week I get into a hot topic: money. Everybody has been asking about it. “What do we need to know about money and taxes?” Music Intro: Title: Solar Flares Artist: Silent Partner Genre: Dance & Electronic Mood: Solar Flares – Silent Read more about HOW TO SAVE MONEY FOR TEENAGERS: BE DEBT FREE AND FRUGAL LIVING[…]
Today I read some letters from students. They tell me what they would do if they magically knew that they could not fail. And I think the answers surprised all of us. I think the biggest surprise for me was the moment I started asking myself why I would do it only if I knew Read more about What Would You Do If You Knew You Could Not Fail?[…]
People will Surprise You By Dr. Mike Mulick Welcome to Episode 3. Today we discuss a student’s questions about whether it’s hard to get into medicine, the ability to go on mission trips, and judging people based on external factors. A student asks “is it possible for an average woman to have a medical career, Read more about How Hard is a Medical Career? Your Safety on Medical Missions. Never Judge People By Their Appearances[…]
I Wish They Taught That In School Podcast Episode 2 I’m back with episode 2 and by popular demand, I am tackling some difficult questions about money. Today I talk about one of the fundamental differences between how people spend their money. I am not suggesting that this is the only thing to think about Read more about Your Money is Not for Buying Stuff, it’s for Gaining Freedom to Live the Life That You Want[…]