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White Coat, Black Art

CBC
Healthcare System
Mental Health
Canada
Healthcare
Primary Care
Alberta
Colorectal Cancer
Family Medicine
Canadian Healthcare
Emergency Rooms
Emergency Services
ADHD
British Columbia
Canadian Healthcare System
Measles
Climate Change
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

There's a surgery to remove the fallopian tubes as a permanent method of birth control that could also reduce a woman's risk of the most common ovarian cancer. But a group of B.C. researchers and physicians say the procedure isn't widely known across... more

Canadians under 50 are twice as likely as prior generations to get colorectal cancer. In this encore episode, we met up with battle rapper Bishop Brigante, whose delayed Stage 4 colorectal cancer diagnosis drove him to advocate for better access to c... more

Three million Canadians live with a rare disease, but many still struggle to get treatment. Jeremy Harany was diagnosed as a child with hypophosphatasia, which weakens bones and can cause early tooth loss, but then spent decades without answers. A ch... more

So many Canadian small towns have lost their only doctor. But when this happened in Wembley, Alberta, two nurse practitioners stepped in thanks to new provincial legislation allowing NPs to run their own clinics and bill the province directly, as a f... more

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Stephanie Dubois
Producer who investigated the story; previously produced related episode on salpingectomies
CBC/White Coat, Black Art
Episode: The permanent birth control surgery that may lower ovarian cancer risk
Bishop Brigante
Rap artist, actor, cancer patient and activist
Independent/Advocacy for colorectal cancer screening
Episode: Colorectal cancer's surprising Canadian hero
Jeremy Harany
Patient with hypophosphatasia and advocate for rare diseases
SoftBones Canada (advocacy)
Episode: The rare disease treatment gap
Tagan Ruther
Nurse practitioner who helped reopen Wembley clinic
Wembley Medical Clinic, Wembley, Alberta
Episode: The nurse practitioners who saved a clinic
Chantel Gray
Nurse practitioner who helped reopen Wembley clinic
Wembley Medical Clinic, Wembley, Alberta
Episode: The nurse practitioners who saved a clinic
Tyrell Johnson
Wembley resident and town council member
Wembley Town Council
Episode: The nurse practitioners who saved a clinic
Noreen Zhang
Wembley's chief administrative officer
Town of Wembley
Episode: The nurse practitioners who saved a clinic
Kevin Smith
President and CEO at University Health Network; President of the University of Toronto
University Health Network
Episode: "We're number 2!" Why a Canadian hospital is boasting
Kyla Timchin
Formerly with the Scarborough Health Network Foundation
Scarborough Health Network Foundation
Episode: "We're number 2!" Why a Canadian hospital is boasting

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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
  • 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
    Canada2 months ago
  • Always very interesting and informative!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Jan
    3 months ago
  • MD who trusts Goldman

    I am a MD and find Goldman to base his guidance on solid research and opinion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dbikerdoc
    United States3 months ago
  • Great Episode

    Excellent. Thank you.!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Suelass26
    Canada5 months ago
  • Don’t miss it

    I never miss and episode. I have learned so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TFN KS
    Canada7 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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Colorectal cancer's surprising Canadian hero
Q: What are you trying to accomplish with your advocacy?
To lower the screening age and ensure that people with symptoms receive timely testing, ultimately saving lives and reducing suffering by catching cancer earlier.
Terry O'Reilly rates hospital ads
Q: What is the message for other hospitals in Canada looking at the UHN campaign?
Other hospitals should aspire to be at least on the top list of recognized institutions, focus on delivering credible, emotionally resonant stories, and ensure their campaigns not only boast achievements but also show meaningful impact and donor invitation.
Terry O'Reilly rates hospital ads
Q: And is there evidence that it is persuasive to have a CEO speak for the company?
The presence of a CEO can increase credibility because it personally puts the leadership in the crosshairs, making the message feel more accountable, though effectiveness depends on delivery and background support in the campaign.
"We're number 2!" Why a Canadian hospital is boasting
Q: Tell me about that.
The guest explains that the campaign aims to reach beyond Scarborough to engage donors and partners in downtown Toronto, nationwide, and internationally, emphasizing the need to showcase excellence and attract top talent while acknowledging the risks of marketing a hospital's success.
Lung cancer isn’t just for smokers
Q: What barriers exist to implementing comprehensive lung cancer screening and treatment in Canada?
Barriers include funding gaps, stigma, geographic and equity issues, and inconsistent drug coverage, all of which slow early detection and access to potentially life-saving therapies.

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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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3. Jeremy Harany
4. Tagan Ruther
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