Just A Quick Pinch

you are always 1 conversation away from a happier, more fulfilled, better life - heres how you get there.

Most people say they hate small talk - I think we've got it wrong, most people are BAD at small talk.

The weather, travel, jobs - what if I told you these 3 normally mundane questions could be the key to awesome connections and opportunities if you just spent the time and energy to go deeper with the people you meet?

Today I'm sharing ways to add spice and flair to make conversations about these "boring small talk topics" fun, engaging, and feel fulfilling for you and the person across from you

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Jimmy, my fiance joins me to give you a much needed reprieve from tariff/stocks news and we break down 3 silly small talk news stories for the week - think of this as your weekly small talk survival guide for while you're in the line at the grocery store, waiting with a patient, or eating lunch with coworkers! This week:

LEARN GEN Z SLANG (2:44)

- Gyatt

- Glazing

- Fanum Tax

GUESS THE BEST BENNY BLANCO SONG/is he hot now? (10:55)  https://variety.com/2025/music/news/selena-gomez-benny-blanco-i-said-i-love-you-first-debut-albums-chart-playboi-carti-1236352743/

Coffee Made in Workplace Machines Is Worse for Your Cardiovascular Health Than Home-Brewing Methods, Research Shows (16:58) https://www.health.com/brew-coffee-heart-health-11706301

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inspired by an instagram story series last week, I posted about random slightly unconventional things either I've done or parts of my job/workplace that explain why I love it so much, from the way I have lunch to the way I stay in the dark about certain things lol, I made an extensive lists of why I drive home feeling so happy and fulfilled after work and I realized it came down to 4 main pillars. Check out this weeks episode to hear about the 4 things you NEED to make sure your job has, and this is what I would look for if I was looking for a new job!

also I share 3 small talk news stories of the week to share with patients and coworkers:

- https://people.com/breast-milk-flavored-ice-cream-launching-9-months-time-11704163

- https://finance.yahoo.com/news/rick-ross-partners-longtime-dentist-201713485.html

- https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/hallmark-nfl-countdown-to-christmas-second-movie-buffalo-bills-rcna198450

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Fresh off the heels of my bachelorette trip, I give a quick recap of the best bach ever & why my life has been changed by friends (and food) touching - Jimmy also helps me break down the 3 small talk news stories of the week to share with patients and coworkers at work!

https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/food/2025/03/21/edible-arrangements-sells-cannabis-products/82596231007/

https://people.com/guy-fieri-gets-a-superhero-makeover-in-a-new-dc-comic-book-11699406

https://people.com/jonascon-recap-jonas-brothers-reveal-details-about-new-album-movie-exclusive-11702097

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Reporting for duty & sharing your weekly small talk survival guide! Share these 5 funny, interesting, trending stories and see the magic of small talk unfold - build relationships with patients and bond with coworkers with these stories:

00:00 - 03:02 intro

03:02 - end:

1. https://people.com/forever-21-closing-us-stores-after-filing-for-bankruptcy-second-time-11698155

2. https://nypost.com/2025/03/15/lifestyle/four-seasons-launches-exclusive-vacation-to-sets-where-white-lotus-was-filmed-for-wealthy-fans/

3. https://www.nbcnews.com/science/space/boeing-starliner-nasa-astronauts-return-suni-williams-butch-wilmore-rcna194926

4. https://www.foodandwine.com/medication-safe-grapefruit-volcani-institute-israel-11694182

5. https://people.com/will-smith-announces-release-date-for-first-full-length-album-in-20-years-11697678

My fiancé Jimmy joins me this week to break down the 3 small talk news stories of the week for you to share at work - bond with patients while you’re waiting for numbing to soak in, chat with coworkers at the lunch table, and see what connections these conversations can grow

1:46-8:40: Harry Potter Actress Starts Only Fans Account for Hair https://variety.com/2025/film/news/harry-potter-jessie-cave-only-fans-hair-debt-1236333586/

8:40 - 17:45 Charizard Shaped Cheeto Sells for $88k https://www.forbes.com/sites/stephaniegravalese/2025/03/06/cheetozard-a-pokmon-shaped-cheeto-sold-for-88000-heres-why/ 

17:45 - end Steve Carell Pays for Prom Tickets of Students that Lost Homes in LA Fire + Fawning Over Gabby Windey  https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/steve-carell-surprises-students-free-prom-tickets-rcna194742

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how to tackle those stressful days at work, whether you're tackling a new type of procedure that you haven't done before or a big day at work ahead, this is your guide to getting through those nerves! I share my top tips such as:

- details to look ahead for the case

- communication advice for working with your team and patient

- mantras/reminders that help me quell the nerves

We also break down the 3 small talk news stories of the week:

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/katy-perry-gayle-king-lauren-sanchez-space-jeff-bezos-rocket-company-rcna193991

https://www.today.com/video/biotech-company-develops-anti-aging-pill-for-dogs-233062469709

https://people.com/kingda-ka-video-explosion-implosion-six-flags-destroyed-11688410

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I noticed in the last 6 months a change in my work day and work flow when I started implementing a new habit -

what I noticed was that patient's started asking me more of those questions I WANTED them to ask! They started asking more things about what I thought about a certain tooth, any tips to be healthier, and in general just wanted my expertise and feedback which is like every doctor's wet dream lol. What was the change?

It was all in the way I started appointments, in particular the series of questions I started the appointments with that made all the difference. Tune in to hear which questions changed the game for me, built trust, and ultimately has made my work day so much better.

I also break down my recent lifestyle favs to get through the dead of winter + the 3 small talk news stories of the week!

https://people.com/tom-hanks-guides-ultimate-safari-new-docuseries-the-americas-exclusive-11684514

My good friend Dashaé (@thecurlyclinician) is back for her second time on the show to have a good old fashioned healthcare girly chat with me about life, work, and everything in between!! We break down: 

• Her recent job switch to acute care and how changes to working with coworkers, her schedule, and her daily routine have resolved her previous burnout and can help you avoid burn out too 
• If you’re anything like us you say sorry when it’s not your fault, and it’s a knee jerk reaction. We share phrases to say instead that are just as powerful and even more validating for yourself and other people 
• She shares her experience wedding planning as a 2025 bride and gives us tips on how to use Chat GPT to save time and energy with wedding planning
• She’s sharing what the experience of building a home from scratch has been like, and tips to live your best life by keeping the home decluttered & your meal plans efficient
• We dive into our 2 fun segments:

1. random things you learned from the internet recently
2. random things you started caring about recently

• We break down these 2 small talk news stories: 

• https://www.cosmopolitan.com/entertainment/celebs/a63784877/kendrick-lamar-super-bowl-jeans-timothee-chalamet/
  

• https://people.com/papa-johns-announces-limited-edition-garlic-sauce-bath-bomb-8789187

Dr. Britany Baker (@peaceful.toothdoc) is BACCKKKK for a girly venting sesh about all things non dental while also being dental lol we break down:

• Living with a boy & feng shui-ing your home so it doesn’t feel like a bunch of random stuff 

• BRIT GOT ENGAGED A FEW WEEKS AGO!!! Breaking down how it happened, if she was surprised, how Kevin did it
• I'm getting Botox for my masseters, Brit has been getting it for years and answers: if it hurts, the experience, results, and what to expect
• Other glow up tips that are easy but changed our lives
• Things we learned recently that blew our minds: aka
• Learning to form your own opinions separate from higher ups/mentors
• Setting boundaries so you can connect with others without giving away all of yourself

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