How do we help people train for moments that leave no time to think?

In this first episode of Yin Yak: The Podcast, we explore the idea of muscle memory—how it’s built, what triggers it under pressure, and why it matters far beyond the skating rink.

Host Yin Kreher is joined by Julian Cha, a nurse and healthcare leader, to reflect on high-stakes training, the choreography of clinical response, and what instructional designers can learn from athletes and first responders alike.

🧠 From figure skating routines to trauma team protocols, we ask:
What does it take to design learning that holds up under pressure?

🎙️ Segment Highlights:
• Yak of the Week: The curious connection between Ilia Malinin and nursing education
• At the Intersection: A conversation with Julian Cha on reflex, repetition, and readiness
• Mic Drop: A final spark to carry with you

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