The Human Doctor

Latest Episodes:

Trauma-Informed Love Aug 23, 2023

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On this episode, Ashley recounts an experience where she had to have a difficult conversation with someone she loves. It's a reminder that even the most cherished relationships can oft times be complicated.

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Topics Discussed:

"Beloved" by Toni Morrison (Audiobook)
Sha'Carri Richardson winning the 100-meter world title
Celebrating National Latina Day (August 20th)
David Malebranche, MD, MPH - Letting People In

Groundhog Day Aug 16, 2023

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Kimberly is back on the mic this episode with an insightful reflection on the importance of acknowledgement and its impact, especially towards learners.

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Topics Discussed:

The 50th anniversary of Hip-hop: NPR, It's Been a Minute
Dr. Manning at the Beyoncé Renaissance Experience
The Killing of Professional Dancer O'Shae Sibley
"What is the What" by Dave Eggers
Knock Knock, Hi with the Glaucomfleckens, feat. Dr. Manning
"Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston
Parker J. Palmer - "The human soul doesn’t want to be advised or fixed or saved. It simply wants to be witnessed — to be seen, heard and companioned exactly as it is."

The choice is yours Aug 09, 2023

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This week Ashley shares a narrative from her first year on faculty where a difficult patient interaction helped her realize a sense of agency in terms of how the experience unfolded.

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Topics Discussed:

"Diastolito" at Yeppa & Co, Buckhead, Atlanta
The Nap Ministry - Rest as Reparations
The Nocturnists episode with Eric Topol, MD, author of Deep Medicine
Clinical Problem Solvers Juneteenth episode w/ Kimberly and her dad, Mr. William Draper

Stand by me Aug 02, 2023

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**Note: this episode contains some explicit language**

Each of us, at one point or another, have faced the choice of whether to stand up for someone or something, even when it comes at a personal cost. We hope that in those moments we'll always choose to do what's right, but because we're humans, we oftentimes fall short. This week, Kimberly shares a powerful reflection about a time when she faced this choice.

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Topics Discussed:

"What you say impacts what you see" - Dr. Manning
Bonsai Garden - Lake Merritt (Oakland, CA)
Actively Black Athletic Wear
Film - Beautiful Boy
Stand - Donnie McClurkin
I'll Stand By You - The Pretenders

Who’s (Re)liable? Jul 26, 2023

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Stepping into a more senior role often comes with greater responsibilities, as well as greater repercussions for adverse events. Ashley reflects on her first experience stepping into a new attending role and the challenges that came with it.

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Topics Discussed:

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson named an honorary member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. at its 56th National Convention
Dr. Manning's email away message
Documentary (on Disney+) - Wild Life

Do Stuff Jul 19, 2023

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When was the last time you did something big, purely because you wanted to do it? This week Kimberly shares some wisdom she received from a Grady patient, and how that led to a pivotal moment in her life.

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Topics Discussed:

Breast or Bottle - The Illusion of Choice - Amy J. Kennedy, M.D. for NEJM
Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez
The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese
- Listen to the audiobook
The Retrievals - The latest season of the Serial podcast
Dr. Manning's Paris Half Marathon

Wade in the Water Jul 12, 2023

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This episode, Ashley shares about a recent experience where she had to push herself outside the boundaries of her comfort zone.

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Topics Discussed:

Black Girl Sunscreen
Remembering Dr. Alanna Stone
The Esalen Institute - Big Sur, CA
BLK Hiking Club - Atlanta, GA. Follow on IG @blkhikingclub

We Gon’ Be Alright Jul 05, 2023

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This week Dr. Manning shares an uplifting reflection on the critical role of representation and what it means to push the boundaries of what we think is possible for ourselves as well as others.

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Topics Discussed:

Supreme Court Decision Ending Affirmative Action
Supreme Court Ruling on LGBT and business owners' rights
AAMC National Meeting: Conversation with Dr. Cornel West.
Dr. Justin Bullock - Opinion: "I am a Physician Face of Affirmative Action"
Shirley Chisholm - The First Black Woman to be Elected to the United States Congress

Bonus Listening:

Before I Let Go - Beyoncé's Version
Before I Let Go - Maze feat. Frankie Beverly
Alright - Kendrick Lamar

Taking Pride Jun 28, 2023

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Have you ever had certain experiences or chance meetings with other people that just seemed meant to be? Whether we believe it is an act of divine will or simply pure luck, those moments can have a lasting impact. This week Ashley shares a story about an important connection that felt predestined.

Check out the following references mentioned in this episode:

The Pain We Carry (newharbinger.com)

Downs Oakland

If you know, you know (#IYKYK) Jun 21, 2023

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This week, Kimberly shares an incredible story about an exchange with a young patient who was anticipating a life-changing event.