August 27, 2025

EP 111: From Duo to Solo: Navigating a Social Media Breakup with Colton Lord

1 hour 4 minutes

In this conversation, Nurse Erica welcomes Colton Lord, a nurse social media influencer and host of the Club Nurse Podcast. They discuss the challenges of nursing, the impact of being a social media influencer, and the importance of mental health. They reflect on recent personal experiences including the transition from co-hosting to solo podcasting, and public social media "breakups". The discussion touches on the significance of understanding nursing unions and advocacy. Colton shares past stories from his nursing school and podcasting experiences. The discussion emphasizes the role of education and empowerment for personal growth and the value of openness about mental health struggles to foster community.

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Chapters:

01:30 Introduction to Colton Lord

03:21 Navigating Social Media and Public Perception

06:05 The Fallout of Professional Partnerships

08:25 The Pain of Personal and Professional Loss

20:13 Reflections on Nursing Advocacy

27:50 Nurse Erica's Why

30:20 The Dilemma of Reporting Medical Errors

33:43 Understanding Pediatric Hospice Care

40:49 Colton's Journey Through Seizures in Nursing School

48:36 The Evolution of Colton's Podcasting Journey

52:40 Enema of the Week Award

1:00:40 Patron Appreciation

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