* Remastered audio June 2021
Show notes: <a href='https://www.leanblog.org/29'>https://www.leanblog.org/69</a> 
This is an interview with Dr. Sami Bahri, D.D.S., a dentist from Jacksonville, Florida. He is a pioneer in using Lean methods in the management of his dental practice. The book documents his learning journey for himself and his office staff as they learned how to apply Lean in a very non-traditional setting.
His book, <a href='https://amzn.to/2TuiSds'>Follow the Learner</a>, is available from the Lean Enterprise Institute. You can also watch a <a href='http://www.lean.org/webinars/may_2009_webinar.html'>webinar that he presented</a> (<a href='http://www.lean.org/Events/WebinarHome.cfm'>archive here</a>), along with some<a href='http://www.lean.org/common/display/?o=1016'> text Q&A follow ups that were recently posted</a>.
There is also a video podcast version of this discussion available as <a href='https://www.leanblog.org/v5'>episode #5</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLF2B253D16E1C36A8'>of my video podcast series.</a>

* Remastered audio June 2021 Show notes: https://www.leanblog.org/69 This is an interview with Dr. Sami Bahri, D.D.S., a dentist from Jacksonville, Florida. He is a pioneer in using Lean methods in the management of his dental practice. The book documents his learning journey for himself and his office staff as they learned how to apply Lean in a very non-traditional setting. His book, Follow the Learner, is available from the Lean Enterprise Institute. You can also watch a webinar that he presented (archive here), along with some text Q&A follow ups that were recently posted. There is also a video podcast version of this discussion available as episode #5 of my video podcast series.

* Remastered audio June 2021
Show notes: <a href="https://www.leanblog.org/29" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.leanblog.org/69</a>&nbsp;
This is an interview with Dr. Sami Bahri, D.D.S., a dentist from Jacksonville, Florida. He is a pioneer in using Lean methods in the management of his dental practice. The book documents his learning journey for himself and his office staff as they learned how to apply Lean in a very non-traditional setting.
His book,&nbsp;<a href="https://amzn.to/2TuiSds" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow the Learner</a>, is available from the Lean Enterprise Institute. You can also watch a&nbsp;<a href="http://www.lean.org/webinars/may_2009_webinar.html" rel="noopener noreferrer">webinar that he presented</a>&nbsp;(<a href="http://www.lean.org/Events/WebinarHome.cfm" rel="noopener noreferrer">archive here</a>), along with some<a href="http://www.lean.org/common/display/?o=1016" rel="noopener noreferrer">&nbsp;text Q&amp;A follow ups that were recently posted</a>.
There is also a video podcast version of this discussion available as&nbsp;<a href="https://www.leanblog.org/v5" rel="noopener noreferrer">episode #5</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLF2B253D16E1C36A8" rel="noopener noreferrer">of my video podcast series.</a>

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Since 2006, the Lean Blog Interviews podcast has featured in-depth, candid conversations with leaders, thinkers, and doers in the world of Lean and continuous improvement. Hosted by Mark Graban—author, consultant, and longtime Lean practitioner—the show explores how Lean principles are being applied across industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, startups, and more. What sets this podcast apart? We go beyond tools and buzzwords. Our guests share real-world stories of success, struggle, learning, and leadership. Whether you’re a seasoned Lean veteran or just getting started, you’ll gain practical insights and fresh perspectives that you can take back to your own organization. Topics include: Lean as a management system and cultural transformation—not just a toolbox Continuous improvement and problem-solving, at every level Leadership behaviors that support real change Psychological safety as a foundation for improvement Lessons from the Toyota Production System, Lean Startup, and beyond Candid stories about mistakes—and what we learn from them We don’t talk much about “Lean Six Sigma” here. But if you believe improvement is about people first—this podcast is for you. Many episodes feature a special focus on Lean in healthcare, reflecting Mark’s deep work in that field. Hear from leaders working to improve patient safety, reduce waste, and build cultures of respect and learning. Find all episodes and show notes at www.LeanCast.org.Learn more about Mark and his work at www.LeanBlog.org.Questions or feedback? Email mark@leanblog.org

Since 2006, the Lean Blog Interviews podcast has featured in-depth, candid conversations with leaders, thinkers, and doers in the world of Lean and continuous improvement. Hosted by Mark Graban—author, consultant, and longtime Lean practitioner—the show explores how Lean principles are being applied across industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, startups, and more.
What sets this podcast apart? We go beyond tools and buzzwords. Our guests share real-world stories of success, struggle, learning, and leadership. Whether you’re a seasoned Lean veteran or just getting started, you’ll gain practical insights and fresh perspectives that you can take back to your own organization.
Topics include:
<ul>
<li>
Lean as a management system and cultural transformation—not just a toolbox
</li>
<li>
Continuous improvement and problem-solving, at every level
</li>
<li>
Leadership behaviors that support real change
</li>
<li>
Psychological safety as a foundation for improvement
</li>
<li>
Lessons from the Toyota Production System, Lean Startup, and beyond
</li>
<li>
Candid stories about mistakes—and what we learn from them
</li>
</ul>
We don’t talk much about “Lean Six Sigma” here. But if you believe improvement is about people first—this podcast is for you.
Many episodes feature a special focus on Lean in healthcare, reflecting Mark’s deep work in that field. Hear from leaders working to improve patient safety, reduce waste, and build cultures of respect and learning.
Find all episodes and show notes at <a href="https://www.leancast.org" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.LeanCast.org</a>. Learn more about Mark and his work at <a href="https://www.leanblog.org" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.LeanBlog.org</a>. Questions or feedback? Email <a rel="noopener noreferrer">mark@leanblog.org&nbsp;</a>

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