In the Placebo Journal Podcast episode #3, Doug shares a personal story titled "Respect" from a 2002 issue of the Placebo Journal. He recounts being bullied by a resident during his time as a medical student and describes confronting the individual, giving him an ultimatum. The episode delves into the challenges faced in medical school and residency, with Vance and Doug discussing the toll that these experiences took on them. The narrative sheds light on the difficulties and pressures encountered in the medical education journey.