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White Coat, Black Art

CBC
Mental Health
Healthcare System
Canada
Primary Care
Healthcare
Alberta
Family Medicine
Colorectal Cancer
Canadian Healthcare
Emergency Rooms
Emergency Services
ADHD
Canadian Healthcare System
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Climate Change
British Columbia
Living Liver Donation
Breast Cancer
Burnout
Covid-19

Trusted ER doctor Brian Goldman brings you honest and surprising stories that can change your health and your life. Expect deep conversations with patients, families and colleagues that show you what is and isn't working in Canadian healthcare. Guaranteed you’ll learn something new. Episodes drop every Friday.

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Latest Episodes

Allan Brooks tumbled down a ChatGPT rabbit hole after an innocuous question about pi. Three weeks and 7,000 prompts later, he emerged from a 300-hour spiral. In this encore episode, psychiatrist Dr. Keith Sakata, who examines the phenomenon dubbed "A... more

When he's not working in the ER, Dr. Nicholas Sparrow spends his spare time in a surprising way. He responds to critical threat-to-life calls over the vast landscape of B.C.’s southeast corner as a volunteer through the Kootenay Emergency Response Ph... more

How much would you pay to get your knee or hip replaced? Calgarian Linda Slater's knee pain became unbearable during her two-year wait to see an orthopedic surgeon. In this encore episode, we learn how she drained her retirement savings to pay $30,00... more

When Kyle Brymer went to the ER with altered speech, facial drooping, severe headaches and confusion, the doctor blamed his symptoms on his post-grad academic workload and even his partner Kirstie. In a few days, Kyle went back to the ER – and this t... more

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Linda Slater
83-year-old Calgary retiree awaiting knee replacement
Calgary, private clinic patient
Episode: A new knee for $30k
Denise Neal
Linda's friend and caregiver accompanying her for surgery
Calgary
Episode: A new knee for $30k
Dr. Rick Zarnett
Orthopedic surgeon and medical director at Surgical Solutions Network, Clearpoint location
Surgical Solutions Network / Clearpoint
Episode: A new knee for $30k
Kyle Brymer
Stroke survivor and neuroscientist by training
Horizon Health; research in neuroscience
Episode: Surviving a stroke at 24
Kirstie Gibson
Kyle Brymer's partner and caregiver
Not specified
Episode: Surviving a stroke at 24
Elaine Dewar
Journalist and author of Oblivious
Self-published/author
Episode: Introducing IDEAS | How Canada forgot it once had a segregated health system
Anne Burke Hardy
Survivor and representative plaintiff in related class action
Métis community, Edmonton
Episode: Introducing IDEAS | How Canada forgot it once had a segregated health system
Don Worm
Indigenous lawyer, Truth and Reconciliation Commission council member
Indigenous rights/legal advocate
Episode: Introducing IDEAS | How Canada forgot it once had a segregated health system
Roland Christian
American Indian Movement activist, psychologist
St. Thomas University
Episode: Introducing IDEAS | How Canada forgot it once had a segregated health system

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Brian Goldman
Host of the show and a trusted ER physician known for medical storytelling and investigative health journalism.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Great podcast

    Always learn something, don’t miss an episode. Just listened to KERPA, roadside ER Dr. Such groundbreaking work, showcasing passion and dedication to the ‘Art’.

    So glad you take the time to hunt down and report these heartwarming stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    review :;54
    Canada9 days ago
  • Awesome Podcast

    Listening from Edmonton as a healthcare worker. I absolutely love these episodes. Hugely informative and interesting topics. Please keep it up ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MLynn9426784
    Canada2 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Always learn something, don’t miss an episode. For some reason, some are hard to hear, and have to crank the volume compared to other podcasts. Commercials are good vol, lol

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    review :;54
    Canada2 months ago
  • Thank you

    Excellent - informative and moving.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S. W. !!
    Canada3 months ago
  • Surrogacy in Canada

    This excellent episode certainly emphasized so many of our important values as Canadians. Thank you for your always informative and educative stories!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Biology Rules Frogma
    Canada5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate compassionate, well-researched discussions that connect clinical details to real-world impact.
Most episodes highlight thoughtful health-system analysis and human-centered stories, resonating with listeners who want practical takeaways for policy and care.
Guests are consistently credible and diverse, offering perspectives from clinicians, patients, and advocates.

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Introducing IDEAS | How Canada forgot it once had a segregated health system
Q: Could I first begin by asking why it had to be you to tell this story?
The interviewer explains that Elaine Dewar's own family history and professional background compelled her to pursue these questions, merging personal connection with a methodological drive to uncover how systemic racism and obliviousness operated within Canada's medical system.
Condoms and wastewater testing: How public health is handling FIFA World Cup
Q: What do we know? What's the concern regarding mpox and a FIFA World Cup event?
Mpox has persisted with localized cases, mostly type 2 mpox in North America, with low current transmission but sustained risk; plans include heightened surveillance and vaccine access if signals emerge.
Inside the Halifax hospital scanning for weapons
Q: What impact do the new measures have on patient care and staff safety?
They improve perceived safety for staff, reduce violence, and aim to keep hospitals welcoming while more effectively controlling access and monitoring risk.
Inside the Halifax hospital scanning for weapons
Q: How has security posture changed since the January incident?
Security has shifted to de-escalation-focused approaches with upgraded staffing and technology, including new badges and better communication tools to prevent and manage incidents.
Inside the Halifax hospital scanning for weapons
Q: What are your first thoughts when you look at this AI metal detection system?
Officials emphasize safety benefits for staff and patients, noting the system is designed to reduce violence and help staff manage risk, while still keeping traffic flow manageable.

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Frequently Asked Questions About White Coat, Black Art

What is White Coat, Black Art about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The program consistently centers on health care systems, patient experiences, and medical policy in Canada, often featuring nurse practitioners, doctors, patients, and advocates who illuminate real-world hurdles in access, funding, and care. Episodes frequently pair clinical insight with personal narratives—ranging from wait times and surgical decisions to end-of-life care and psychedelic-assisted therapies—often with a critical, problem-solving lens. A notable strength is the blend of investigative storytelling and expert commentary, which helps listeners understand both systemic issues and practical implications for patients, families, and providers. This mix makes it useful for audiences seeking thoughtful health-policy discussion, human... more

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1. Linda Slater
2. Denise Neal
3. Dr. Rick Zarnett
4. Kyle Brymer
5. Kirstie Gibson
6. Elaine Dewar
7. Anne Burke Hardy
8. Don Worm

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