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Understanding the Nursing Game

Understanding the Nursing Game

By Barry C.

This podcast is a raw, rugged, and authentic view into nursing. We dive into topics to educate individuals about the many different avenues within nursing. Also, we interview nurses that work in various roles that most people wouldn’t think nurses would work in.
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Ep. 1 Shijuana Obi, CRNA

Understanding the Nursing GameFeb 21, 2021

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Ep. 107 Justice Jones speaks on the importance of having a mother during nursing school, how to study, and handling making a bad grade

Ep. 107 Justice Jones speaks on the importance of having a mother during nursing school, how to study, and handling making a bad grade

At the end of the day, it's not about what you have or even what you've accomplished. It's about what you've done with those accomplishments. Its about who you've lifted up, who you've made better. It about what you've given back ~Denzel Washington

Sep 02, 202356:16
Ep. 106 Mr Coleman is about to Bounce Back* Juvenile voice

Ep. 106 Mr Coleman is about to Bounce Back* Juvenile voice

I'm on a mission Lil Daddy. Put that paint on that Caddy

Bounce Back ~Juvenile

Sep 02, 202317:01
Ep. 105 Talaya Johnson talks about Baton Rouge, taking care of her grandma, and working in the ER
Apr 08, 202336:15
Ep. 104 Lia Sumner talks about her 10 yr journey to becoming a nurse, her experience at John Hopkins, and life as a L&D nurse

Ep. 104 Lia Sumner talks about her 10 yr journey to becoming a nurse, her experience at John Hopkins, and life as a L&D nurse

Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
Apr 01, 202325:28
Ep. 103 Vaginal Health with Jasmine Jarrett

Ep. 103 Vaginal Health with Jasmine Jarrett

The Vagina is supposed to have a smell
Mar 18, 202342:03
Ep. 102 Ashley Rodriguez talks about the joys of being a nurse, working while in nursing school, and the importance of reaching out to nursing instructor

Ep. 102 Ashley Rodriguez talks about the joys of being a nurse, working while in nursing school, and the importance of reaching out to nursing instructor

We are all a work in progress

Mar 11, 202344:02
Ep. 101 Jenna Perkins talks about coping with menopause, graduating from an Ivy League school, and the benefit of growing up in Detroit

Ep. 101 Jenna Perkins talks about coping with menopause, graduating from an Ivy League school, and the benefit of growing up in Detroit

You cannot live to please everyone else. You have to edify, educate and fulfill your own dreams and destiny. ~Viola Davis
Jan 28, 202341:55
Ep. 100 Jasmine Jarrett talks about being a NP that loves women’s health, becoming a teenage mom, and how important it is to be yourself.

Ep. 100 Jasmine Jarrett talks about being a NP that loves women’s health, becoming a teenage mom, and how important it is to be yourself.

Jasmine Jarrett is a NP who is passionate about women's health. She also shares her personal experience of becoming a teenage mom and emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself.

Jan 28, 202338:07
Ep. 99 Josie Tate talks about being from Philippine Islands, her desire to be a Med-Surg Nurse, and her journey to becoming a NP

Ep. 99 Josie Tate talks about being from Philippine Islands, her desire to be a Med-Surg Nurse, and her journey to becoming a NP

Invest in yourself

Jan 21, 202334:56
Ep. 98 Having a Loved one on Dialysis

Ep. 98 Having a Loved one on Dialysis

Having a Loved one on Dialysis

Jan 07, 202323:41
Ep. 97 - Shekilyn Lee talks about her faith in God, struggles in nursing school/NCLEX, and growing up in South Carolina

Ep. 97 - Shekilyn Lee talks about her faith in God, struggles in nursing school/NCLEX, and growing up in South Carolina

Overcomer of All obstacles!

Jan 01, 202339:56
Ep. 96 Nurse Morgan talks about overcoming poverty in South Central LA, benefits of starting off as a CNA, and how she is helping the next generation of nurses

Ep. 96 Nurse Morgan talks about overcoming poverty in South Central LA, benefits of starting off as a CNA, and how she is helping the next generation of nurses

The most important thing is to try and inspire people so that they can be great in whatever they want to do.
~Kobe Bryant

Oct 08, 202239:35
Ep. 95 Brian Walker talks about living in Cali, how to hustle within the healthcare industry, and the do’s and don’t when it comes to being a male in a female dominant workplace

Ep. 95 Brian Walker talks about living in Cali, how to hustle within the healthcare industry, and the do’s and don’t when it comes to being a male in a female dominant workplace

“Stay ready, so that you don’t have to get ready

Oct 01, 202224:50
Ep. 94 Nurse Kenjina talks about life in Canada, developing good study habits, and how to handle a terrible clinical instructor

Ep. 94 Nurse Kenjina talks about life in Canada, developing good study habits, and how to handle a terrible clinical instructor

“I have learned over the years that when one’s mind is made up, this diminishes fear.”

Sep 10, 202236:56
Ep. 93 Jessica Jean talks about being a Florida Haitian, conquering the NCLEX, And how she would make money outside of nursing

Ep. 93 Jessica Jean talks about being a Florida Haitian, conquering the NCLEX, And how she would make money outside of nursing

“You won’t break my soul” ~Beyoncé

Sep 10, 202231:40
Ep. 92 Briana McDonald talks about what makes Queens, NY, special, being a collegiate track athlete while being in college, and how to be successful in nursing school

Ep. 92 Briana McDonald talks about what makes Queens, NY, special, being a collegiate track athlete while being in college, and how to be successful in nursing school

Ambitious Caribbean Nurse that’s going to create a path to greatness within the field of nursing.

Aug 13, 202251:22
Ep. 91 Dr Shanice talks about being the first nurse in her family, how she passed the TEAS exam, and how she juggles life being a mom and a nurse

Ep. 91 Dr Shanice talks about being the first nurse in her family, how she passed the TEAS exam, and how she juggles life being a mom and a nurse

Always stay true to yourself and never let what someone say distract you from your goals. ~Michele Obama

Aug 06, 202240:50
Ep. 90 Nurse Jade talks about leaving Dallas to go to nursing school, how she went to school for free, and overcoming adversity

Ep. 90 Nurse Jade talks about leaving Dallas to go to nursing school, how she went to school for free, and overcoming adversity

Overcoming all adversity to claim my greatness.

Jul 30, 202239:10
Ep. 89 Meagan Richard talks about how to navigate workplace abuse, going from LPN to NICU nurse, and the best thing about being a Louisiana woman

Ep. 89 Meagan Richard talks about how to navigate workplace abuse, going from LPN to NICU nurse, and the best thing about being a Louisiana woman

If at first, you don't succeed.
You can dust yourself off and try again. ~Aaliyah
Jul 23, 202244:53
Ep. 88 Terrell Johnson talks about going from pre med to nursing, life in Buffalo, NY, and his future plans as a RN

Ep. 88 Terrell Johnson talks about going from pre med to nursing, life in Buffalo, NY, and his future plans as a RN

Great things come from hard work and perseverance. No excuses. ~Kobe Bryant
Jul 16, 202201:02:04
Ep. 87 Nurse Bianca speaks on Title 9 rights, going from being a therapist to nurse, and how to become a millionaire

Ep. 87 Nurse Bianca speaks on Title 9 rights, going from being a therapist to nurse, and how to become a millionaire

"To learn to succeed, you must first learn to fail"

Jul 04, 202234:48
Ep. 86 Kennedy Moore speaks on growing up in Nashville, life as a UT student, and what drew her into Nursing

Ep. 86 Kennedy Moore speaks on growing up in Nashville, life as a UT student, and what drew her into Nursing

I’m speaking!!!!!
~Kamala Harris

Jul 04, 202235:01
Ep. 85 Noelle Bright speaks on working while in Nursing School, the value of studying groups, and studying aids for NCLEX

Ep. 85 Noelle Bright speaks on working while in Nursing School, the value of studying groups, and studying aids for NCLEX

Believe in yourself ~Noelle Bright

Jul 04, 202246:48
Ep. 84 Tyler Green talks about the reason she got into nursing school, how she will be debt free when she graduate, and her new business

Ep. 84 Tyler Green talks about the reason she got into nursing school, how she will be debt free when she graduate, and her new business

Success isn’t overnight. It’s when everyday you get a little better than the day before. It all adds up.
~ The Rock
Jun 25, 202223:23
Ep. 83 Azaria Tucker speaks on what got her into nursing and the tactics she used to be successful

Ep. 83 Azaria Tucker speaks on what got her into nursing and the tactics she used to be successful

Don't settle for average. Bring your
best to the moment. Then, whether
it fails or succeeds, at least you
know you gave all you had. We need
to live the best that's in us.
Angela Bassett
Jun 18, 202233:14
Ep. 82 Nurse Tajhonelle Jones speaks on how she became a NICU Nurse at such a young age

Ep. 82 Nurse Tajhonelle Jones speaks on how she became a NICU Nurse at such a young age

You are sufficient.
May 28, 202241:05
Ep. 81 Kaylana Reese speaks on CRNA school (1st semester), working and living in Hawaii, and the ins and out of travel nursing

Ep. 81 Kaylana Reese speaks on CRNA school (1st semester), working and living in Hawaii, and the ins and out of travel nursing

Don't be afraid,
Be focused.
Be determined.
Be hopeful.
Be empowered.

Michelle Obama

May 04, 202238:39
Ep. 80 Nurse Yoyo talks about her rich education heritage, why she is so determined, and what made her a nursing entrepreneur

Ep. 80 Nurse Yoyo talks about her rich education heritage, why she is so determined, and what made her a nursing entrepreneur

"Don't ever make decisions based on fear. ~Michelle Obama"

Apr 09, 202233:46
Ep. 79 Belinda Smith talks about mental health, workplace bullying, and getting your own bag outside of the bedside

Ep. 79 Belinda Smith talks about mental health, workplace bullying, and getting your own bag outside of the bedside

I felt like it was time to set up my future, so I set a goal. My goal was independence. ~Beyoncé

Apr 02, 202246:39
Ep. 78 Ashley Holland talks about living the party life in Miami and the ultimate decision to go to nursing school

Ep. 78 Ashley Holland talks about living the party life in Miami and the ultimate decision to go to nursing school

Habakkuk 2:2 and the LORD answered me, and said, Write the vision, and make it plain upon tables, that he may run that readeth it"

Mar 26, 202238:22
Big Bank - Chopped and Screwed (Song)

Big Bank - Chopped and Screwed (Song)

For my Houston Fans
Mar 24, 202203:00
Ep. 77 Leyla Latrice talks about her NCLEX struggles and 1st job as an ICU nurse

Ep. 77 Leyla Latrice talks about her NCLEX struggles and 1st job as an ICU nurse

Blessed but Humble.

Mar 17, 202240:42
Ep. 76 Nurse Ju talks about her huddles while in LPN school, her current job, and what her nursing career will look like in the future

Ep. 76 Nurse Ju talks about her huddles while in LPN school, her current job, and what her nursing career will look like in the future

The most alluring thing a woman can have is confidence. ~Beyoncé

Mar 12, 202220:40
Ep. 75 Rich Kimbrel talks about his upbringings, life in the military, and his nursing journey

Ep. 75 Rich Kimbrel talks about his upbringings, life in the military, and his nursing journey

A realist that wants the best for everyone.
Mar 09, 202245:35
Ep. 74 Successful Tips to getting into and excelling in Nursing School with Dr Anjie Davis

Ep. 74 Successful Tips to getting into and excelling in Nursing School with Dr Anjie Davis

Always stay true to yourself and never let what somebody else says distract you from your goals. ~Michelle Obama

Mar 05, 202223:34
Ep. 73 Successful Tips on how to be a Boss Nurse by Krissy B

Ep. 73 Successful Tips on how to be a Boss Nurse by Krissy B

Making Bosses within the Field of Nursing

Mar 02, 202232:38
Ep. 72 Kevin the Boot Nurse talks about being in the Military, what led him to Nursing, how to move within the field of Nursing

Ep. 72 Kevin the Boot Nurse talks about being in the Military, what led him to Nursing, how to move within the field of Nursing

Nurse moving with a purpose.

Feb 26, 202201:12:19
Ep. 71 Rasheta Cannon talks about her FAMU experience, benefits of being a military nurse, and her first job

Ep. 71 Rasheta Cannon talks about her FAMU experience, benefits of being a military nurse, and her first job

Faith. Ambition. Inspiring

Feb 23, 202245:44
Ep. 70 Krissy B

Ep. 70 Krissy B

Founder of Nurse Life Essentials
Feb 14, 202229:29
Ep. 69 Nurse Kaylana Reese

Ep. 69 Nurse Kaylana Reese

Mom. Ex Traveling Nurse. Budding Youtube Superstar. Future CRNA
Feb 14, 202255:11
Ep. 68 Nurse Ashley

Ep. 68 Nurse Ashley

Momma. Nurse. Author. Educator.

Feb 05, 202232:57
Ep. 67 Alvionna Brewster, MSN

Ep. 67 Alvionna Brewster, MSN

Entrepreneurship at its finest.
Feb 02, 202249:56
Ep. 66 Kenethia Evans Pt 2

Ep. 66 Kenethia Evans Pt 2

A woman destined for Greatness.

Jan 29, 202224:01
Ep. 65 Bria Ranson

Ep. 65 Bria Ranson

Living in her Purpose

Jan 26, 202236:38
Ep. 64 Dakota Grady

Ep. 64 Dakota Grady

Dakota Grady aka The Accounting and Tax Doctor.

Jan 22, 202248:08
Ep. 63 Carla Keith

Ep. 63 Carla Keith

Rammer Jammer!

Jan 19, 202244:39
Ep. 62 Justice Jones Pt 3

Ep. 62 Justice Jones Pt 3

2022 is going to be my year.

Jan 15, 202241:24
Ep. 61 Angel Rivers

Ep. 61 Angel Rivers

2021 Thelma Lee McKenzie Fall Scholarship Recipient
Jan 12, 202228:56
Ep. 60 Nurse Fancy

Ep. 60 Nurse Fancy

Haitian Women Rise.

Jan 08, 202234:44
Ep. 59 Nurse Kiki

Ep. 59 Nurse Kiki

Delayed but not Denied.

Jan 01, 202249:20