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You built the career. You earned the title. Now you're wondering what comes next.Second Shift is for high achievers at a crossroads - physicians, pilots, executives, founders - who are financially ready to move on but emotionally stuck. Hosts Bryan Jepson (retired ER physician turned financial planner) and Aaron Milledge (fighter pilot turned advisor) interview people who've navigated the transiti... more

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Over the first ten episodes of The Second Shift, one lesson has surfaced again and again: financial independence isn't really about retiring early.

It's about creating options.

In this episode, Bryan and Aaron step back from the interviews to explo... more

Connect with Dr. Foltz: www.linkedin.com/in/logan-foltz/ or logan@taxsmartmd.com. Or learn more on his website: www.taxsmartmd.com/

Link to more episode of the podcast and download the Second Shift Blueprint: 2ndshiftpodcast.com

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Connect with Dr. Wayne: linkedin.com/in/marvin-wayne-a8a0218

Listen to more episodes or download the Second Shift Blueprint: 2ndshiftpodcast.com

What does it really mean to live a rich life?

In this episode of The Second Shift, I sit down ... more

To connect with Dr. Dennis: www.linkedin.com/in/frederickdennis/

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Dr. Fred Dennis has spent a lifetime reinventing himself. From rural general practice in Canada to emergency ... more

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Recent Guests

Logan Foltz
Physician who reached financial independence early and explored retirement
Episode: Optionality: The Real Goal of Financial Independence
Dr. Marvin Wayne
Emergency physician and EMS pioneer with 50+ year career
Emergency medicine / EMS leadership
Episode: Rich in Purpose: Dr. Marvin Wayne on Reinvention, Taking Risks, and Living Life to the Fullest
Dr. Fred Dennis
MD, MBA, fellow of the American Academy of Emergency Physicians
Emergency Medicine physician; former administrative and health-care leadership roles
Episode: When Retirement Takes an Unexpected Turn: Dr. Fred Dennis on Reinvention and Meaning
Dr. Steven Jepson
Retired physician who built a cash-based aesthetic medicine practice and later became a travel blogger
The Therotripper blog
Episode: "From Physician to Freedom: Designing a Life after Medicine"
Peter Crane
Rural family physician and cancer survivor
Family medicine, rural Idaho
Episode: "When the Doctor Becomes the Patient"
John Schufeldt
EM physician and healthcare entrepreneur; founder of NextCare, MeMD, and tribal health initiatives; donor of ASU School of Medicine and Medical Engineering
Various health ventures and ASU Medical School
Episode: "Too Dumb to Quit"
Dr. Stephen Anderson
Emergency physician with leadership roles in ACEP and founder of The Naloxone Project
ACEP / The Naloxone Project
Episode: "Staying Relevant After You Hang Up the Coat"

Hosts

Bryan Jepson
Host of The Second Shift; retired ER physician turned financial planner
Aaron Milledge
Co-host; fighter pilot turned advisor

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 1 ratings
  • Thoughtful, honest, and genuinely useful

    The Second Shift is a great listen for anyone navigating a major career or life transition. Bryan and Aaron bring a rare mix of real-world experience, humility, and practical insight. The conversations feel honest rather than scripted, and they do a great job exploring the emotional, financial, and identity-related challenges that come with moving from one chapter of life into the next. Highly recommend for high achievers, professionals, and anyone asking, “What’s next?”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Logan Foltz
    United Statesa month ago

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Discussions feel authentic and helpful for high achievers asking 'What's next?'
Thoughtful, honest, and genuinely useful insights for career and life transitions.
Hosts bring humility and real-world experience, with practical guidance on money, identity, and purpose.

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#12
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#143
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"When the Doctor Becomes the Patient"
Q: What did almost losing your career teach you about why you do it in the first place?
It reinforced that the core motivation is to help people and to be there for them in their most vulnerable moments; the shift is less about status and more about continuing to show up for those you serve, in whatever capacity remains possible.
"From Physician to Freedom: Designing a Life after Medicine"
Q: What advice would you give someone planning a similar transition?
Have a clear reason to get up in the morning, pursue a passion project, and plan your time before you retire so you're not bored after leaving medicine.
"From Physician to Freedom: Designing a Life after Medicine"
Q: How did you survive the risk of shifting from a stable system to a cash-based, entrepreneurial model?
I refused to fail, worked relentlessly on marketing, education, and building the business, and used every small win (like a TV spot) to create momentum.
"From Physician to Freedom: Designing a Life after Medicine"
Q: What drew you to internal medicine in the first place?
The intellectual challenge and the desire to be a primary care doctor who knows a little about a lot of things; it was about solving complex problems and building relationships, not just performing procedures.

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A show aimed at high achievers at a crossroads, it explores transitions from identity-defining careers to meaningful second acts. Episodes center on autonomy, purpose, and practical steps for redesigning work after medicine, aviation, or executive tracks, with candor about money, relationships, burnout, and staying relevant. Noteworthy is a recurring emphasis on aligning money with meaning, building flexible plans, and reframing success beyond titles. Potential listeners can expect actionable frameworks, real-world anecdotes, and advice from guests who have reinvented careers while maintaining impact and personal values.

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1. Logan Foltz
2. Dr. Marvin Wayne
3. Dr. Fred Dennis
4. Dr. Steven Jepson
5. Peter Crane
6. John Schufeldt
7. Dr. Stephen Anderson

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