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Welcome to the Coffee Playdate Podcast!

Join Dr. Olga Deengar (Coach Olga MD) for short, real, and fun conversations with entrepreneurs and physicians doing incredible things beyond medicine. Each week, Dr. Deengar sips coffee, plays rapid-fire games, and dives into money, mindset, and business with her guests.

We talk about:
• Personal finance wins (and fails!)
• Side hustles & investing
• Work-life balance hacks
• Favorite books & best advice

…and so much more.

🎧 New episodes 5 am every Thursday ! Recorded and edited at Riverside.fm
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#CoffeePlaydate #DoctorFinance #MedTwitter #DoctorEntrepreneur

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☕ Coffee Playdate PodcastGuest: Dr. Daniel Shin | Urologist & Real Estate Investor🔥 Episode Highlights Dr. Daniel Shin joins Dr. Olga Deengar to discuss balancing urology with real estate investing and coaching physicians on wealth. From mindset realignment, he covers early stock investing, syndication strategies, overcoming ongoing challenges through purpose, advice for trainees to prioritize education, and book recs for prosperity.☕ Coffee Vibes Drip with oat milk; 2–4 cups daily🩺 Daniel's World Urologist (most time on investing/coaching); med school stocks to real estate; blog/podcast for physician finance.💰 Journey & Mindset Early investing; syndications (group deals, 4–6 month diligence); realign with purpose for challenges.📖 Book Recs The Wealthy Gardener by John Soforic or Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki.Summary Urologist Dr. Daniel Shin shares balancing surgery with real estate and coaching. Covers early stocks, syndications, mindset for challenges, trainee advice on education vs. risks, and prosperity books.Hashtags #Doctorpreneur #PhysicianInvestor #RealEstateSyndication #FinancialFreedom #UrologyLife #DarwinianDoctor #MindsetShift #WealthBuilding #CoffeePlaydatePodcast #InvestSmartTimelines00:26: Welcome & coffee.01:03: Rapid fire.02:10: Take a Sip.02:54: Background – career/investing.04:15: Early stocks/real estate.08:45: Syndications.10:20: Mindset/challenges.12:30: Advice for starters.14:27: Book recs.15:06: Close.If you're interested in more on Dr. Daniel Shin, check The Darwinian Doctor at https://thedarwiniandoctor.com/ for physician wealth resources. For syndications, visit Cereus Real Estate at https://cereusrealestate.com/home.🔗 WATCH + LISTEN 💬 Subscribe & Share!🎥🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts , Amazon Music , iHeartRadio, Deezer🎥 YouTube🎥 30-sec clip: Instagram @coffeeplaydateShare with a doc! One intentional step at a time ✨— Dr. Olga Deengar, Coach Olga MD © 2026 Coach Olga MD. All rights reserved.
☕ Coffee Playdate PodcastSpecial International Women’s Day EpisodeGuest: Brooke Cates | Founder of The Bloom Method & Studio Bloom🌸 Episode HighlightsIn this empowering International Women's Day special, Dr. Olga Deengar joins forces with Brooke Cates to help women reclaim their power through mindset + movement. Brooke shares her 15-year journey from a Boulder “download” to a global pre/postnatal fitness empire, while Olga brings life-coaching tools to bust perfectionism and limiting beliefs. Together they teach the core canister, diaphragmatic breath, pelvic floor truth, and why “good is better than perfect.”Part 1 of a 2-part series — followed by Brooke’s 45 minute personalized Bloom workout just for you!📖 Mindset Gems from OlgaAwareness of thoughts → reframe limiting beliefs → small consistent action steps → own the identity of an active, energized woman💪 Brooke’s Gift for YouUse code CoachOlgaMD at checkout for 15 % off your Bloom Method subscription on The Bloom Method app/site - your perfect starting point for core healing!Hashtags#InternationalWomensDay #WomenEmpowerment #BloomMethodTimelines00:10 Welcome & coffee chat (zero caffeine adventure!)01:18 Rapid fire + Take a Sip 03:20 Brooke’s background & Bloom Method origin09:21 Education, certifications & 2014 launch11:30 Evolution to online app + new studio21:25 Core canister & pelvic floor explained30:55 Pelvic floor myth busting 38:42 Diastasis recti reframed & preventable52:22 Olga’s journey into life coaching for women physicians57:09 Overcoming limiting beliefs & perfectionism1:06:07 Workout teaser & powerful close🌟 More on Brooke CatesConnect with Brooke at https://www.brookecates.com/ and explore The Bloom Method at https://thebloommethod.com/pages/the-bloom-method.Special listener gift: Use code CoachOlgaMD for 15 % off your Bloom Method subscription - the perfect way to start healing and strengthening your core today!🔗 WATCH + LISTEN 💬 Subscribe & Share!🎥🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts , Amazon Music , iHeartRadio🎥 YouTube🎥 30-sec clip: Instagram @coffeeplaydateThis IWD special is for every woman ready to feel strong, confident & empowered. Share with a friend who needs this!— Dr. Olga Deengar, Coach Olga MD© 2026 Coach Olga MD. All rights reserved.
☕ Coffee Playdate Podcast: ER to Telemedicine Empire 🔥 Episode Highlights Dr. Takashi Nakamura joins Dr. Olga Deengar from Hawaii to share his shift from high-stress ER work to telemedicine freedom, building businesses while prioritizing family. From black coffee in Aulani mugs to mindset gems like "follow your heart," he discusses credentialing across states, consulting startups, and the power of community. 🧠 Mindset Shifts Follow heart over brain (doubts kill dreams). Build community for rewards. Overcame daily CEO challenges by choosing purpose-driven decisions.  💡 Advice for Doctorpreneurs "Just go for it!" Remove self-imposed ceilings; mindset is key – if you think you can, you will.  Timelines - 00:26: Guest welcome & coffee chat. - 00:59: Rapid fire game. - 02:02: Take a Sip game. - 03:19: Takashi's background – ER to telemed. - 04:45: Telemedicine start & family balance. - 06:15: Businesses: AIR Academy, consulting, NVP Group. - 09:30: Mindset: Follow heart, community value. - 12:20: Challenges: CEO decisions, heart over brain. - 13:40: Advice: Just go for it, raise your ceiling. - 14:04: Book rec: Cashflow Quadrant. - 15:31: Closing thanks.  If you're interested in learning more about Dr. Takashi Nakamura, explore his personal site at https://takashinakamuramd.com/ for insights on his journey. Check out AIR Academy at https://airphysicianacademy.com/ (IG: @airphysicianacademy) for telemedicine education. Visit Mind Your Own Rx at https://mindyourownrx.com/ for consulting services, and NVP Medical Group at https://www.nvpmedicalgroup.com/ for telemedicine solutions.  Hashtags #Doctorpreneur #Telemedicine #PhysicianFreedom #MindsetShift #ERDoc #HawaiiMedicine #DigitalHealth #CommunityBuilding #FollowYourHeart 📩 Inspired ? Comment below!🔗 WATCH + LISTEN🎥🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts , Amazon Music , iHeartRadio🎥 YouTube🎥 Teaser clip: Instagram @coffeeplaydate💬 Subscribe & Share! Subscribe on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Share with a fellow doc! One intentional step at a time ✨ — Dr. Olga Deengar, Coach Olga MD © 2026 Coach Olga MD. All rights reserved.
☕ Coffee Playdate Podcast: ER Doc to Real Estate Syndicator Guest: Dr. Chirag Chaudhari | ER Physician, Investor & Admin Veteran🔥 Episode Highlights Dr. Chirag Chaudhari joins Dr. Olga Deengar to share his 20+ year ER journey, from frontline doc to department chair, while building a real estate empire. From intermittent fasting black coffee to mindset shifts, he dives into starting with model homes, scaling syndications, overcoming time challenges with teams, and embracing "fail fast" action.Timelines• 00:26: Guest welcome & coffee chat.• 01:04: Rapid fire game.• 02:02: Take a Sip game.• 02:46: Chirag's background – ER career & real estate.• 03:28: First real estate steps: Residency home, model homes.• 04:50: Finding model home niche.• 06:15: Scaling to syndications, raising equity.• 09:00: Mindset shifts to abundance.• 09:58: Challenges: Time, teams, outsourcing.• 11:27: Advice: Take action, fail fast.• 12:35: Book recs.• 13:07: Closing thanks.🌟 More on Dr. Chirag Chaudhari: Connect with Chirag for real estate syndication insights & physician investing tips. Visit his website at https://www.thesyndicationdoctor.com/ for resources, deals, and contact info. Follow him on LinkedIn or reach out via email at chirag@thesyndicationdoctor.com.#Doctorpreneur #RealEstateSyndication #PhysicianInvestor #ERLife #MultifamilyInvesting #MindsetShift #FailFast #WorkLifeBalance #CoffeePlaydatePodcast #FinancialFreedom📩 Got a question? Comment below!🔗 WATCH + LISTEN 💬 Subscribe & Share!🎥🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts , Amazon Music , iHeartRadio🎥 YouTube🎥 30-sec clip: Instagram @coffeeplaydateShare with a fellow doctorpreneur! One intentional step at a time.✨ — Dr. Olga Deengar, Coach Olga MD © 2026 Coach Olga MD. All rights reserved.
☕ Coffee Playdate Podcast: Rural Medicine & Social Media VibesGuest: Dr. Zeel Shah | Rural Hospitalist, Mom & Content Creator🔥 Episode HighlightsDr. Zeel Shah joins Dr. Olga Deengar for a cozy chat on blending rural medicine, missions, motherhood, and social media magic. From gratitude lessons to failing forward!Timelines00:33: Welcoming Dr. Zeel Shah; coffee prefs – hot vanilla latte every morning.00:59: Rapid fire game:01:22: "Take a Sip" game02:33: Zeel's intro: Rural hospitalist in NC, loves community work, travel goals, new mom.03:57: Medical missions: Dominican Republic (camps, tribes) and Zambia (villages, kids); YouTube documentation.05:28: Lessons: Gratitude for access, optimism, community bonds.06:55: Social media start: During COVID; evolved to residency vlogs; patients discover her, boosting trust.10:02: Challenge: GME cease-and-desist; resolved via discussion; now socials aid program recruitment.12:44: Out-of-box thinking: Used socials on apps during COVID for visibility.13:13: Advice: Fail forward, progress over perfection.14:06: Book rec: "The Comfort Crisis" for inspiration.14:40: Closing thanks and podcast outro.🌟 More on Dr. Zeel ShahFollow Zeel on social media platforms:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zeelshahmd?igsh=NGY2ZG9sYmVlNW5y&utm_source=qrYoutube: https://youtube.com/@zeelshahmd?si=gm7PzIyJjv3D52MYTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zeelshahmd?_r=1&_t=ZT-93o8SDyaVheFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/181ZqfNg6k/?mibextid=wwXIfr🔗 WATCH + LISTEN🎥🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts , Amazon Music , iHeartRadio🎥 YouTube🎥 30-sec clip: Instagram @coffeeplaydate#Doctorpreneur #RuralMedicine #MedicalMissions #SocialMediaDoctor #ResidencyJourney #WomenInMedicine #PodcastEpisode💬 Subscribe & Share!Hit subscribe on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Share with a doc friend! One intentional step at a time ✨— Dr. Olga Deengar, Coach Olga MD© 2026 Coach Olga MD. All rights reserved.
☕ Coffee Playdate Podcast With: Dr. Kavita Patel | Hospitalist, Stanford Prof & NEA Venture Partner🔥 Episode HighlightsDr. Kavita Patel joins Dr. Olga Deengar to share her unique path blending patient care, academia, and venture capital in healthcare innovation. From coffee confessions to mindset tips for doctorpreneurs!00:32: Welcoming Dr. Patel; coffee chat01:24: Rapid fire game01:52: "Take a Sip" game03:03: Kavita's intro04:05: Mindset for venture05:42: Adapting: Self-education, investor conferences, learning from peers over 10 years.06:59: Job excitement: Guiding startups, societal impact07:59: Challenges overcome: COVID pivots, flexible abundance mindset in crises.09:13: Advice: Build communities, proactive outreach, in-person networking.10:42: Book rec: "The Five Types of Wealth" by Sahil Bloom for holistic growth.11:27: Closing thanks and podcast outro, encouraging intentional life design.☕ Coffee VibesStarted coffee in residency – now loves it with sweet cream (but low-sugar for health)!🎲 Fun GamesRapid Fire: Prevention > treatment, late flu shots, treadmill > biking, breaking news > deep divesTake a Sip Matches: 8 hours sleep, in-person visits, audiobooks, Europe travel (Asia next?)👩‍⚕️ Kavita's WorldInternal medicine hospitalist, Stanford professor, mom of 2. Spends most time as Venture Partner at NEA, advising/investing in early-stage healthcare startups.🧠 Venture Mindset ShiftDitch evidence-based rigidity for expansive, flexible thinking. No blueprints – embrace diverse personalities & innovative ideas!🚀 What Excites HerGuiding entrepreneurs (e.g., AI for women's health). Potential for good impact in needy healthcare space.💡 Advice for Aspiring DoctorpreneursBuild communities, reach out proactively, use podcasts/WhatsApp. Prioritize in-person meets – take risks to connect!📖 Book RecThe Five Types of Wealth by Sahil Bloom – emotional, physical riches beyond money. Perfect for self-enrichment.🌟 More on Dr. Kavita PatelVenture Partner at NEA (since 2017, healthcare focus)Follow Dr. Patel on Instagram or LinkedIn:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kavitapatelmd?igsh=ZHd2aDV6azJybGJ2LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kavita-patel-46a7724b?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app📩 Got a question? Comment below!🔗 WATCH + LISTEN 💬 Subscribe & Share!🎥🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts🎥 YouTube🎥 30-sec clip: Instagram @coffeeplaydateShare with a fellow doctorpreneur! One intentional step at a time ✨— Dr. Olga Deengar, Coach Olga MD© 2026 Coach Olga MD. All rights reserved.
☕ Coffee Playdate Podcast: From Burnout to FreedomGuest: Dr. Larry Daugherty | Radiation Oncologist, Real Estate Investor & Adventure Leader🔥 Episode Highlights Dr. Larry Daugherty shares his inspiring journey from feeling suffocated in academic medicine to building an extraordinary life in Alaska filled with freedom, family, adventure, and financial independence.🏔️ The Turning Point A strict “tie incident” became the symbol of lost freedom. Winning a contest for a trip to Scandinavia that allowed dog-mushing in the Arctic Circle reignited his childhood love for adventure → leading to a life-changing move to Alaska.📽️ Episode Timestamps (Key Moments)00:02 – Podcast intro: Dr. Olga welcomes listeners and introduces the focus on doctorpreneurs00:30 – Coffee chat & fun games: Rapid-fire preferences (multifamily, midterm rentals) and “Take a Sip” matching round02:44 – Larry introduces himself: Part-time radiation oncologist in Alaska, dad of 5, real estate investor (~200 doors), adventure leader03:55 – The evolution and growth of the non traditional lifestyle followed by the craving for freedom.06:31 – Adventure rebirth: Winning a dog-mushing contest in the Arctic Circle → the catalyst for moving to Alaska07:09 – Real estate ignition: Attending PIMD Con 2019, discovering tax sheltering, and going all-in on properties08:15 – Life today: Work feels like “playing” instead of grinding09:42 – Mindset shifts: Overcoming guilt about cutting hours, realizing balance is a verb, and aligning with core values11:25 – Redefining success: From “money fixes everything” to true freedom and intentional living14:51 – Book recs & wrap-up: The Gap and the Gain (daily mindset changer) + heartfelt thanks and podcast closeJump to your favorite part and get inspired! ✨🎧 #Doctorpreneur #Entrepreneurship #Podcast🌟 For More on Dr. Larry DaughertyReal estate coaching for doctors: https://www.thefreedomphysician.com/Epic adventure trips: https://www.radglobaladventures.com/Nonprofit supporting cancer care: https://www.radiatinghope.org/🔗 WATCH + LISTEN🎥🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts🎥 YouTube🎥 30-sec clip: Instagram @coffeeplaydate💬 Subscribe & Share! with one physician friend ready to design their dream life. One intentional step at a time.✨ Dr. Olga Deengar, coacholgamd.com© 2026 Coach Olga MD. All rights reserved.
☕ Coffee Playdate with Dr. Alecia FieldsFrom OB-GYN to founding Douladoc - Dr. Alecia Fields shares her pivot to virtual doula support for pregnancy & postpartum, finding your "why," and building community as an entrepreneur - all in 12 minutes.Timestamps·       00:00:15 Introduction and Tea Preferences·       00:00:48 Rapid-Fire Questions (natural birth wins!), (sneakers + nap!)·       00:02:10 Alecia's Journey to OB-GYN·       00:03:29 Launching Duladoc·       00:05:01 Entrepreneurial Challenges & Pivots·       00:06:01 Time Management Tips·       00:06:41 Mindset Shifts : Be clear on your why·       00:07:55 Vision and Community Support·       00:11:03 Book Recommendation - Die with Zero and Closing📩 Starting a birth business? Comment below!🔗 WATCH + LISTEN🎥🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts🎥 YouTube🎥 30-sec clip: Instagram @coffeeplaydateFor more information on Dr. Alecia Fields entrepreneurial venture:Website: https://www.mydouladoc.comInstagram: instagram.com/mydouladocYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DoulaDocFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1H3A9au8Py/?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BXZD4H8BQ/?mibextid=wwXIfr#Douladoc #VirtualDoula #OBGYNEntrepreneur #PregnancySupport #CoffeePlaydate
Coffee Playdate Ep 11 with Dr. Alison Curfman: Visionaries in MedicineIn this engaging conversation, Dr. Olga Deengar interviews Dr. Curfman, a pediatric ER doctor turned entrepreneur. They discuss Dr. Curfman's journey from medicine to startups, her passion for coffee, swimming and her insights on balancing a busy life. The conversation includes rapid-fire games, discussions on mentorship, mindset shifts, and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.Timeline:00:23 - Introduction and Coffee Talk00:47 - Rapid Fire Games03:13 - Dr. Curfman's Background04:48 - Balancing Life and Work05:46 - Medical Background and Business07:07 - Mentorship and Role Models08:16- Mindset Shifts09:29- Overcoming Challenges11:15- Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs12:29- Book Recommendations and Closing📩 Do you also want to create an impact beyond traditional practice and have a question? Comment below!🔗 WATCH + LISTEN🎥🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts🎥 YouTube🎥 30-sec clip: Instagram @coffeeplaydateFrom ER to entrepreneurship! 🚀 More information on how Dr. Alison Curfman leverages her expertise beyond clinical practice for innovation: https://alisoncurfmanmd.com/startup-physicians/#EntrepreneurJourney #HealthcareInnovation #CoffeeLover
☕ Coffee Playdate with Dr. Manju DawkinsFrom dermatology to founding Thimble Health - Dr. Manju Dawkins shares how her daughter's needle fear inspired a product to relieve pain and anxiety for millions - all under 12 minutes.Timestamps00:27 Coffee & rapid-fire (SPF 50 wins!)01:34 Take a Sip game (blue Goji tea!)03:04 Manju’s journey: derm + mom-inspired pivot03:48 Launching Thimble Health for needle fear07:17 The mindset shift: facing fear09:22 One piece of advice: have grace for yourself00:16 Book rec: Fear by Thich Nhat Hanh11:12 Wrap-up📩 Facing needle fear? Comment below!🔗 WATCH + LISTEN🎥🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts🎥 YouTube🎥 30-sec clip: Instagram @coffeeplaydateMore information on Dr. Manju Dawkins entrepreneurial venture visit https://thimblehealth.com/#NeedleFear #ThimbleHealth #DermEntrepreneur #WomenInMedicine
☕ Coffee Playdate with Dr. Boram HanIn this episode of the Coffee Playdate podcast, Dr. Olga Deengar welcomes Dr. Boram Han, a double board-certified internal medicine and obesity medicine physician. They discuss Dr. Han's journey from South Korea to the United States, her work in personal finance coaching for physicians, and the challenges faced by international medical graduates. The conversation covers topics like financial education, entrepreneurship, and the importance of community and mentorship.Timeline:00:00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:01:00 Rapid fire game followed by take-a-sip game00:02:18 Personal Finance Coaching00:03:18 Challenges for International Graduates00:07:27 Advice for New Entrepreneurs00:09:58 Book Recommendations and Closing📩 Facing unique financial challenges? Comment below!🔗 WATCH + LISTEN🎥🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts🎥 YouTube🎥 30-sec clip: Instagram @coffeeplaydateMore information on Dr. Boram Han's entrepreneurial venture visit https://www.coachborammd.com/#MedicineAndMoney #FinancialCoaching #Entrepreneurship #CoffeePlaydate
☕ Coffee Playdate with Dr. Siddarth KathuriaIn this episode, Dr. Olga Deengar chats with Dr. Sid Kathuria, an intensivist and simulation director, about his journey in medicine and the importance of adaptability and teamwork. Dr. Kathuria shares insights on balancing work and personal life, and offers advice for those interested in simulation medicine - all in ~ 10 minutes.Timestamps:00:35 Coffee Preferences and Fun Facts01:35 Rapid Fire Games and Personal Insights03:40 Career Journey and Role as a Simulation Director07:39 Challenges and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome08:54 Advice for Aspiring Simulation Medicine Professionals09:32 Book Recommendations and Personal Growth📩 Got an adaptability question? Comment below!🔗 WATCH + LISTEN🎥🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts🎥 YouTube🎥 30-sec clip: Instagram @coffeeplaydateDr. Kathuria's entrepreneurial ventures:Trillium Physicians Consulting https://www.trilliumsim.comEmbracing new ideas | OpenEvidence: A leading medical information platform - https://www.openevidence.com/#CoffeePlaydate #SimulationMedicine #MedicalTraining #Adaptability #HealthcareLeadership
☕ Coffee Playdate with Dr. Katrina Skinner – Pediatrician and EntrepreneurSummaryIn this episode of the Coffee Playdate Podcast, Dr. Olga Deengar welcomes Dr. Katrina Skinner, a pediatrician and entrepreneur, to discuss her journey from medical practice to running multiple businesses. They explore Dr. Skinner's passion for empowering women in pediatrics, her entrepreneurial mindset, and the importance of asking for opportunities. The conversation also touches on personal interests, book recommendations, and valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.Chapters00:00:15 Introduction and Coffee Preferences00:00:37 Rapid Fire Questions00:02:28 Empowering Women in Pediatrics00:03:32 Dr. Skinner's Entrepreneurial Journey00:06:33 Personal Interests and Book Recommendations00:08:14 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs📩 Got an entrepreneurial question? Comment below!🔗 WATCH + LISTEN🎥🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts🎥 YouTube🎥 30-sec clip: Instagram @coffeeplaydateDr. Skinner's entrepreneurial ventures & businesses: Fairhope Pediatrics (https://fairhopepeds.com/), Women in Pediatrics (https://womeninpeds.com/) and Pediatric CEO (https://www.pediatric-ceo.com/)#entrepreneurship, #pediatrics, #womenempowerment, #entrepreneurialadvice
☕ Coffee Playdate with Dr. Mike HoddeA physiatrist’s $80K kitchen reno turned into a lead paint evacuation, $200K+ in damages, and a year-long rebuild — all in an 1800s Philly rowhome.From dust-covered furniture to throwing away 90% of possessions, Dr. Mike shares the raw truth of old-home ownership, toxic exposure, and how it launched his wife’s feng shui business.Timestamps00:00 Coffee & rapid-fire (black coffee only!)00:37 Take a Sip game (beach vs. hiking!)02:17 Mike’s journey: Detroit → Philly physiatrist02:54 The $80K foundation collapse04:50 Lead paint discovery → full evacuation07:16 Throwing away everything (toys, TVs, clothes)08:30 Silver lining: wife’s feng shui business launch09:14 Mindset shift: scarcity → abundance10:58 Book: Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey11:48 Wrap-up📩 Renovating an old home? Comment your horror story!🔗 WATCH + LISTEN🎥🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts🎥 YouTube🎥 30-sec clip: Instagram @coffeeplaydate#OldHouseNightmare #LeadPaint #HomeRenovation #PhysicianEntrepreneur #CoffeePlaydate #PodcastLife #EntrepreneurJourney
☕ Coffee Playdate with Jackie DillonFrom classroom teacher to owner of Dillon Advising LLC - Exceptional Student Education Services - Jackie shares how she left teaching, built a thriving student education business, and balances it all as a mom of 2, and why she’ll never look back - in this 12 minutes episode.Timestamps 00:00 Coffee & rapid-fire 00:46 Take a Sip game (lemonade edition!) 02:26 Jackie’s journey: married for 11 years, 2 kids, teacher → CEO 03:30 Why she left teaching & started tutoring 05:15 Scaling the business + hiring teachers 07:30 Mindset: “If I don’t try, I’ll never know” 09:40 Book: The Three Big Questions for a Frantic Family 11:35 Wrap-up📩 Thinking of leaving teaching? Comment below! 🔗 WATCH + LISTEN 🎥🎧 Spotify 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎥 YouTube 🎥 30-sec clip: Instagram @coffeeplaydate #Tutoring #TeachingToBusiness #TeacherEntrepreneur #BelieveInYourself
☕ Coffee Playdate with Dr. Stacey Ishman In this engaging podcast episode, Dr. Olga Deengar hosts Dr. Stacey Ishman, an ENT surgeon and career coach, to discuss the importance of finding your community and balancing multiple roles. They explore topics like mentorship, real estate ventures, and the value of accountability in personal and professional growth — how one doctor juggles it all as a mom of 5 — all within 11 minutes.Timestamps:00:00:03 Intro + go-to beverage (not coffee!)00:00:38 About Dr. Stacey Ishaman00:01:58 Rapid Fire Questions00:02:31 How she juggles 5 ventures + family 00:04:07 Mindset in Real Estate & Overcoming Challenges00:06:09 Finding Your Tribe & Community Support00:07:19 Coaching advise00:09:04 Book rec: Buy Back Your Time 00:10:17 Wrap Up📩 Juggling a side hustle? Comment below! 🔗 WATCH + LISTEN🎥🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts🎥 YouTube🎥 30-sec clip: Instagram @coffeeplaydate More details on Dr. Stacey Ishman's Medical Mentor Coaching - https://www.medicalmentorcoaching.com/ Contact Dr.Stacey Ishman for coaching or real estate at staceyishmancoach@gmail.com and follow @sishmancoach on IG or on LinkedIn#CoffeePlaydate #DoctorEntrepreneur #PhysicianCoach#Community #Mentorship #Realestate #Accountability #Careercoaching
☕ Coffee Playdate with Dr. Samantha Mikals From active-duty Navy ENT in Japan to launching Jacksonville Concierge Medicine + a med spa with Botox & collagen simulators — all in 8 minutes. Timestamps 00:00 Intro + rapid-fire (sushi or pancakes?) 00:36 Take a Sip game (bento box win!) 01:40 Samantha’s coffee ritual (La Colombe cold brew!) 02:13 Her journey: Navy → Japan → Florida family business 03:20 The mindset shift that made it possible 04:50 Biggest challenge: learning business from scratch 06:25 One piece of advice: find mentors who’ve been there 07:16 Book rec: Die With Zero 07:51 Wrap-up 📩 Starting a side hustle? Drop your question below! 🔗 WATCH + LISTEN🎥🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts🎥 YouTube🎥 30-sec clip: Instagram @coffeeplaydate Dr. Samantha Mikals is a board-certified ENT (Otolaryngologist) doctor in Jacksonville, Florida. For more details visit https://myjaxconcierge.com#CoffeePlaydate #DoctorEntrepreneur #ConciergeMedicine
☕ Coffee Playdate ft. Dr. Akshita MehtaFrom neuroradiology to filming a docu-series on food quality — how one doctor is fighting chronic inflammation one ingredient at a time — all in 8 minutes. Timestamps  00:00 Intro + rapid-fire (hiking or running?)  00:37 Take a Sip game (sleep wins!)  01:21 Akshita’s coffee habit + commodity market fact  01:42 Her journey: radiologist → food investigator  02:35 The challenge: leaving the hospital for prevention  04:09 Why two chickens on a shelf aren’t the same  05:13 Mindset shift: rewriting the narrative  06:19 One piece of advice: fail fast, fail smart  07:30 Wrap-up 📩 Got a food question? Drop it below!  🔗 WATCH + LISTEN🎥🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts🎥 YouTube🎥 30-sec clip: Instagram @coffeeplaydateFor more information on Dr. Mehta's journey that inspired the creation of The Lifestyle Toolkit, a company dedicated to educating physicians and health enthusiasts on adopting healthier lifestyle habits visit: https://www.thelifestyletoolkit.com/#CoffeePlaydate #DoctorEntrepreneur #FoodAsMedicine
☕ Coffee Playdate with Dr. Ai Takahashi – ENT Surgeon & Finance NerdFrom $200K med school debt to Roth IRA investing in residency – Dr. Ai Takahashi shares her Phase 1 journey as a nocturnist and ENFP entrepreneur.Timestamps00:00 Coffee & intro (Hojicha latte fan!)00:30 Dr. Ai's journey (UC Berkeley → USC → South Bay nocturnist)01:30 Rapid-fire game (Blue? Dogs? Oceans? LA!)02:30 How she started investing on $40K resident salary 04:00 The mindset trap she escaped (curiosity + openness) 05:30 One tip for new docs: Auto-save $10/paycheck06:30 Wrap-up & connect📩 Got a finance question? Comment below!🔗 WATCH + LISTEN🎥🎧 Spotify🎧 Apple Podcasts🎥 YouTube🎥 30-sec clip: Instagram @coffeeplaydate #RothIRA#DoctorInvesting #MedSchoolDebt #PersonalFinance #PhysicianEntrepreneur
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