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Bedpan Banter

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Welcome to Bedpan Banter | The Human Side of Healthcare -- the podcast that feels like sitting at the nurses’ station swapping stories with your favorite coworkers. Hosted by the one and only Nurse Mike, this show goes beyond the textbooks and into the real, raw, and hilarious moments that make up nurse life.

Whether it’s unfiltered stories from the floor, emotional patient moments, or those laugh... more

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Your first nursing job can feel like a test you never studied for: short staffing, missed breaks, supply shortages, and that sinking sense that if something goes wrong, your license is on the line. We sit down with Kristine and Monica, RNs and union ... more

Getting hit, threatened, or harassed shouldn’t be a rite of passage in healthcare, yet too many nurses are told to accept violence as “part of the job.” Nurse Erica joins us to draw a clear line: this is a workplace safety crisis, and nurses have mor... more

Someone tells you “just speak louder,” and suddenly you realize they don’t understand the problem at all. That’s the heart of our conversation with Nurse Mikaela, a registered nurse who is deaf, as we dig into what real communication looks like at th... more

Three failed NCLEX attempts can mess with your confidence, your timeline, and your identity. We’re joined by Nurse Kash, a New York City pediatric cardiology nurse and creator, to tell the real story of what it felt like to fail three times, lose mom... more

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Recent Guests

Nurse Erica
Experienced registered nurse and advocate for healthcare worker safety
The Nurse Erica / Nurses Uncorked
Episode: Nurse Erica EXPOSES Healthcare Worker Rights | Unions, Strikes & Ending Workplace Violence
Mikaela Trappistee
Registered nurse who is deaf
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Episode: How To Communicate With Deaf & Hard of Hearing Patients w/ Nurse Mikaela
Murse Kash
Pediatric nurse in New York, content creator, and aspiring family nurse practitioner
Self-brand as Murse Kash; Simple Nursing partnership mentioned
Episode: You Can Rebuild Confidence After Failing The NCLEX with Murse Kash
Diana Santiago
Founder of Diaspy Beauty, clinical scientist
Diaspy Beauty
Episode: Beauty that Survives a Double Shift with Diaspi Beauty
Dr. Uddin
Board-certified neurologist based in Miami
Episode: Nurse’s Guide to Neuro & Stroke Patients with Dr. Uddin, Neurologist
Professor Alison
An experienced nurse and professor with over 10 years of experience in nursing and education, traveling nationwide to help students succeed in NCLEX exams.
Simple Nursing
Episode: NCLEX 101: Test-Taking Strategies That Actually Work
Sam Del Toro
CVICU nurse and aspiring CRNA from Miami
Florida International University
Episode: How A Miami CVICU Nurse Builds Confidence & Preps For CRNA School with Sam Del Toro
Professor Katrina Lino
BSN instructor at West Coast University in Miami
West Coast University
Episode: Turning Students Into Nurses: What Support Really Looks Like at West Coast University
Natalie Rae
Nurse and social media content creator specializing in healthcare humor
Episode: Staying Grounded Between Bedside & Brand Deals with Natalie Rae

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Nurse Mike
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4.9 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • Got me through Nursing School

    As an older student, the hands on via Study Books combined with the videos made this the best program to cut through the noise to understanding the material.

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Humor and honesty balance the tough topics without sacrificing depth.
Engaging real-world nursing stories that feel relatable and practical for students and pros.
Guests bring diverse healthcare perspectives that expand the conversation beyond nursing basics.
Strong focus on education, mentorship, and actionable tips for NCLEX and bedside care.

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Nurse Erica EXPOSES Healthcare Worker Rights | Unions, Strikes & Ending Workplace Violence
Q: When nurses talk about unionizing, what fears do you hear most often?
The primary fear is retaliation and losing shifts or other benefits, but education and organized representation help mitigate these risks and protect nurses' rights.
How To Communicate With Deaf & Hard of Hearing Patients w/ Nurse Mikaela
Q: What practical tools or technologies can improve communication at the bedside?
Use clear face masks when possible, consider microphone systems or mini-mics that stream audio to cochlear implants, and leverage non-verbal cues and written options to complement speech.
How To Communicate With Deaf & Hard of Hearing Patients w/ Nurse Mikaela
Q: How can interpreters impact the patient interaction, and how should nurses engage with them?
Speak to the patient directly and involve the interpreter as a facilitator, not as the primary conversational partner; maintain eye contact with the patient and use the interpreter to bridge gaps, rather than bypassing the patient.
How To Communicate With Deaf & Hard of Hearing Patients w/ Nurse Mikaela
Q: What is the most important first step nurses should take when communicating with a deaf or hard-of-hearing patient?
Ask the patient directly what communication method they prefer and use closed-loop confirmation to verify understanding, ensuring they feel heard and respected.
What Nursing School Doesn’t Prepare You For with Nurse Brenden
Q: Can you share a memorable MedSurg moment that underscored the chaos of the floor?
A patient on MedSurg attempted to rise unsteadily, leading to a dramatic moment where staff restrained them and they bit a tech's arm; it highlighted how unpredictable and dangerous the job can be.

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2. Mikaela Trappistee
3. Murse Kash
4. Diana Santiago
5. Dr. Uddin
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7. Sam Del Toro
8. Professor Katrina Lino

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