People Are Wild Podcast

By People Are Wild

What's People Are Wild Podcast about?

Join me, Kim, an intrepid nurse who likes to talk a bit too much as we explore medical cases and topics in a way that only an ER nurse can. Because you would be surprised how many things end up stuck in the body and truly how people are wild.

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People Are Wild Podcast episodes:

04.03.2023
Phony, You’re a Great, Big Phony!
This week is a brand new episode that made me so mad while researching, I took numerous emotional laps around my apartment to calm down. I'm back and sassy, folks! Enjoy! Feel free to reach out to me at anytime! Twitter: www.twitter.com/peoplearewild Instagram (finally!):...
05.02.2022
Dying With Dignity Part II
Welcome back! In true reboot fashion, we're going to talk about end of life and dying with dignity in this brand new episode. Does this description seem kind of familiar? Well it should because this is the second episode of...
02.07.2022
Born to be Wild
This week is a bit of a blast from the past in that this interview was done in early 2020. Better now than never, right? If you've ever been wondering about wilderness medicine, this is the episode for you. If you...
01.31.2022
Dying With Dignity Part I
Welcome back! In true reboot fashion, we're going to talk about end of life and dying with dignity in this brand new episode. It's the first of what will be multiple episodes I want to release throughout the year regarding...
08.17.2021
Babies...Babies Everywhere
This week I have the honor of talking with one of my friends about a world I know little to nothing about aka the land of labor and delivery. Cybil is a rockstar in that world and I'm so fortunate...
07.28.2021
N95: 98 Degrees Cover Band or Mysteriously Marvelous PPE
What do you get when you have two enthusiastic women talking about all things N95s? This podcast interview. Please note that it was recorded in March 2021 while I was sitting in a dark room lit up by a single...
07.22.2021
Let's Do This One More Time
Surprise y'all, bet you thought you'd heard the last out of me. Let's get to business once again and start off slow with getting this podcast restarted. I am once again joined by Nico Santos, Media Relations Guru from Donor...
04.19.2021
RE-RELEASED: 4/19/1995
G'day to all you brave listeners. Why are you brave? Because you're listening to the very first episode of this podcast. Why? Because today's release date of April 19th marks the 26th anniversary of the OKC Bombing. Listen to a story...
02.08.2021
I'm All Ears
This week I'm back and tackling the topic truly no one asked for, ear complaints in the ER. Also mentioned is Survivor and my thoughts on the gone too soon US adaptation of the show Celebrity Splash! FYI: This is part...
11.25.2020
Nobody Calls Me Chicken
Y'all, let's just review the cinematic classic that is Chicken Run, mmmkay? Happy Thanksgiving, wear a mask, and don't be a jabroni. Kudos Corner Jamie K. Howard: https://www.jamiekhoward.com/ Spooky Adventures of Alec and Sam: https://spookyadventuresofalecandsam.podbean.com/ TJ, editor-at-large: 4170solutions.com Thanks for your support and listening to the show...
05.17.2020
Marky Mark & The Bear Spray Bunch
This week I get to share with you an interview I did with the amazing Mark Winston. Who is Mark Winston and why is he associated with bear spray? Listen on and you'll find out! PSA: THIS IS NOT SPONSORED CONTENT...
04.25.2020
Candid Covid Chat: "Lean On Me"
This week, the episode about COVID you had no idea you were waiting for is here and boy, is it a doozy. Myself and the lovely Crit (https://twitter.com/rn_critcare) try to remain anonymous while conveying to y'all how screwed over healthcare...
03.09.2020
What Can You Make Possible In 38 Seconds?
This week I am joined by Nico Santos, Media Relations Guru from Donor Network of Arizona and together we're going to attempt to chip away at all the misinformation and false things surrounding organ and tissue donation. Listen all the...
02.17.2020
Two Of Hearts
This week I'm taking a backseat to my own podcast once again and letting Brian take the reins as he tells you about how the gift of life from an organ donor gave him not just a second but a...
02.03.2020
Tearin' Up My Heart
This week I'm taking a bit of a backseat as Ray takes over to tell you all the story of how he received the incredible gift of life through a heart transplant. Resources and references: Donate life: https://www.donatelife.net/ American Transplant Foundation: https://www.americantransplantfoundation.org/about-transplant/facts-and-myths/ Dr Alin...
12.02.2019
A Fireside Chat
This week my dad joins me as we discuss nothing really medical related and answer questions about reality TV, awkward moments in my childhood, music and musicals, and the holiday season! We had a great deal of fun with this one...
11.18.2019
Not Today Motherf@#!er
**CONTENT WARNING: This episode deals with assault so listener discretion is recommended.** Kelly Herron might just save your life. After all, she saved her own during what was supposed to be a standard training run. Join me as this week I...
11.04.2019
Do No Harm
This week an old friend is back, I stumble regarding my prayer candle, and I make a reference that the youths will appreciate (hopefully) and that's not even the first five minutes of the new ep. When it comes down to...
10.23.2019
Are You Afraid Of The Dark: Hospital Edition
This week you get two episodes with this being bonus content with myself and @onlyintheicu as we continue our discussion about haunted hospitals and paranormal healthcare moments! The twitter thread that started it all: https://bit.ly/33zbwra Thanks for your support and listening to the show for...
10.21.2019
Dead Man Rotting
This week myself and @onlyintheicu joined forces to recap the first episode of Travel Channel's "Haunted Hospitals" TV show. Thanks for your support and listening to the show for yet another week! Feel free to reach out to me at anytime! Twitter: www.twitter.com/peoplearewild Email the show: [email protected] Yell at...
10.14.2019
Party of Five
This week is the third and final(?) part of the shared madness journey I've taken everyone on. It's an Australian twist to an already baffling phenomenon. Grab your cheesy scrolls and pour yourself some VB, it's time to talk about one...
09.30.2019
A Second Puff Of Madness
This week I remember the days of dial up, Miss Cleo, and OJ Simpson when he was on the show Jail. Oh and the medical part of the episode is about the second half of the bizarre case that is...
09.23.2019
A Puff Of Madness
This week I'm back and taking you inside one of the strangest things to happen in UK that will leave you confused and frustrated. (psst: it's part one of two!) Resources: https://www.mamamia.com.au/folie-a-deux-eriksson-twins/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ursula_and_Sabina_Eriksson https://www.vice.com/en_us/article/xwpzvj/the-twins-who-ran-into-traffic-before-stabbing-a-man-to-death https://bundyspooks.com/2019/04/04/theyre-going-to-steal-your-organs-the-case-of-the-eriksson-twins/ Madness In The Fast Lane: https://youtu.be/VTpFWiEx3eo Thanks for your support and listening to the...
06.10.2019
Who Are You Wearing?
This week is a bit different as I take you inside what went wrong in the untimely passing of Joan Rivers. Resources: https://wapo.st/2QTOsON https://bit.ly/2Wp0ANX https://bit.ly/2K15MRp https://bit.ly/2HZJBcj https://cnn.it/2WqtVaA https://bit.ly/2WSqgBT https://bbc.in/2K3nW5g https://nyti.ms/2Kuk9wW Thanks for your support and listening to the show for yet another week! Feel free to reach out to me at...
05.27.2019
The Girl Who Lived
This week I take you on a journey through the land of rabies. This is big bad virus you don't want. I'm sure Jenna Geise never wanted it either but through a medical team that thought outside the box, she became...
05.20.2019
Time Is Running Out
This week Ebola strikes two healthcare providers and the blame game starts. But has anything really changed since 2014 regarding safety precautions and hospital protocols? I have strong opinions in answering that question. Resources: https://www.kevinmd.com/blog/2014/10/nina-pham-hero-stop-blaming.html https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2014/10/28/ebola-emory-amber-vinson/18044545/ https://www.dallasnews.com/news/news/2015/11/25/nina-pham-embraces-life-after-becoming-the-ebola-nurse-but-seeks-more https://www.nbcnews.com/storyline/ebola-virus-outbreak/who-nina-pham-meet-nurse-who-contracted-ebola-n224726 https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2014/10/13/ebola-nurse-who/17182599/ https://www.cnn.com/2014/11/06/health/amber-vinson-ebola-nurse-interview/index.html https://abcnews.go.com/Health/life-ebola-nurse-nina-pham-nightmares-aches-hair/story?id=29323837 https://www.dallasnews.com/news/news/2016/10/17/ebola-nurse-nina-pham-lawsuit-texas-health-resouces https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ebola_virus_cases_in_the_United_States#Cases_diagnosed_in_U.S. https://nypost.com/2018/11/27/ex-cdc-chiefs-sex-abuse-case-could-go-to-trial/ Thanks for your support and listening to the...
05.13.2019
The Untold Story of Thomas Eric Duncan
This week we go back to the year 2014, do you remember it fondly? Well for some people in Texas, it would be the year that was unforgettable. This is the story of how Ebola came to the United States and...
04.01.2019
Get Ready For A Takeover
This week my good friend Kate from the Ignorance Was Bliss Podcast (https://iwbpodcast.podbean.com/) takes the driver's seat to discuss the topic of anxiety and ADHD. It's a good one, y'all. Thanks for your support and listening to the show for yet another...
02.25.2019
Regurgitation Sensation
This week is all about the lovely world of hyperemesis gravidarum. You thought CHS was a doozy? Wait until you hear about one listener's experience with HG. Resources: https://www.quora.com/profile/Ali-Sadek-6 https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/12232-hyperemesis-gravidarum-severe-nausea--vomiting-during-pregnancy https://www.romper.com/p/9-celebrities-who-were-open-about-hyperemesis-gravidarum-18640 Promos: www.twitter.com/ladiesofstrange www.twitter.com/augiepwrites Thanks for your support and listening to the show for yet another week! Feel free to...
01.28.2019
One Goal: Stay. Alive
This week I save your life for the first time in 2019. You're welcome. Talking about bear attacks this week for some reason and honestly, the stories of survival are something that will kick start your week in a way you might...
01.14.2019
Harder To Breathe
This week I'm back to tell you a meet cute story about when a girl and a breathing tube met and made magic happen. Every wonder why the medical professional in your life loses their crap over certain scenes in the...
12.30.2018
A New(ish) Hope
This week I had the privilege of being joined by the best selling author Gabrielle Glaser. We discuss why AA doesn't work for some, zoning in more so on why it doesn't work for women specifically and the alternative therapies and...
12.30.2018
Did Someone Say Recap?
This is a surprise special bonus episode that is coming in unannounced but with a catch. I'm trying out something to see if it is worth pursuing in the new year. The best way to listen to this episode is to also...
12.10.2018
The Belle Tolls For Thee
This week is about the fall of an almost empire and buttchugging. No seriously, buttchugging is discussed. You're welcome. #yougotwhatstuckwhere I'm joined once again by Sarah from Good Nightmares podcast (@goodnightmare_s) as we conclude the saga of Belle Gibson with the demise...
12.03.2018
For Whom The Belle Tolls
This week is going to rock your world, you're welcome in advance. I'm joined by Sarah from Good Nightmares podcast (@goodnightmare_s) and we discuss a truly bizarre and complex case of lies, lies, and more lies. It's got more twists and turns...
11.26.2018
Nursing Note: Harm Reduction Saves Lives
This week I'm joined by Tali, an RN who works in a different setting and no I'm not just talking about how she is a nurse in Canada. She works in harm reduction and this week we're going to talk about...
11.19.2018
Under Pressure II: How Did I Get Here?
This week is an unexpected follow up episode that surprised me in how it came together. I am joined by a very special guest, a fellow nurse who has an incredibly powerful personal journey that you must listen to. Carter, you're inspiring...
11.05.2018
Under Pressure
This week I delve into a dirty little secret that isn't so little but is really dirty in the realm of healthcare. Thanks for your support and listening to the show for yet another week! Feel free to reach out to me...
10.26.2018
I Dare You To Listen To This Episode
This week I present to you something completely different. OK not completely different but in the spirit of Halloween I wrangled up some tales from the crypt. Well, if the crypt was a hospital. Hospitals are haunted. It's not a question,...
10.08.2018
Somebody Save Me
This week is all about saving your life. Again. But I relied heavily on this article: https://www.backpacker.com/survival/a-dozen-ways-to-die Give it a read as it is chock full of good information. Promos: @wivestalespod @yeahnopod Thanks for your support and listening to the show for yet another week! Feel free to reach...
10.01.2018
On A Very Special People Are Wild...
This week I'm talking about nothing medical. No seriously, there is nothing medical in this week's episode. Instead, I'm joined by the delightful Jamie K Howard (@glitterburrito) for a very special episode of People Are Wild. Ever wonder what it's like to be...
09.24.2018
Chipotle's Worst Nightmare
This week I'm joined by the OG friend of the show, my dad! That's right, PAWDad is back and this time we talk about how summer is going for him, Chipotle nightmares, and, oh yeah, the medical part of the...
09.17.2018
How To Ruin Your Burning Man Experience
This week I talk about Carmen Sandiego updates, grounds for friendvorce, my devotion to the 90s, an old favorite makes a reappearance at the end of the episode and oh yeah, the medical part of the program, drug overdoses. Promo from...
09.03.2018
Netflix Has No Chill
This week I get an assist from Elizabeth, host of Ohio Valley True Crime podcast (https://ovtruecrime.podbean.com/) and we talk about my ritual for my days off from work, Elizabeth's superb knowledge of the United States, and how engineers operate in...
07.30.2018
All About That Spine
This week I explore just how much Smallville has impacted my life while also looping it around to the medical part of the episode, spinal cord injuries. It's roundabout but impressive handling if I do say so myself. Cameron's Story: https://www.backpacker.com/survival/out-alive-paralyzed Promos this...
07.16.2018
Don't Tase Me Bro
This week I briefly turn into Oprah's book club, get nostalgic for early 2000s reality TV, and tell stories about what happens when stun guns go wrong, which is also the medical part of the episode this week. How about...
07.16.2018
Don’t Tase Me Bro
This week I briefly turn into Oprah's book club, get nostalgic for early 2000s reality TV, and tell stories about what happens when stun guns go wrong, which is also the medical part of the episode this week. How about...
07.09.2018
21(ish) Questions
Can you believe that this podcast has been around for six months? Let's celebrate that milestone of sorts with a version of an ask me anything that I roped my friend Kirsten into doing with me. To quote Big Brother host...
07.03.2018
Baby You're A Firework
This week I talk about my camping trip I had this past weekend and how logistically impractical it is to have sex in a tent, how important The Fast and The Furious films have been in my life, and, oh...
07.03.2018
Baby You’re A Firework
This week I talk about my camping trip I had this past weekend and how logistically impractical it is to have sex in a tent, how important The Fast and The Furious films have been in my life, and, oh...

What's People Are Wild Podcast about?

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People Are Wild Podcast episodes:

Phony, You’re a Great, Big Phony!

Dying With Dignity Part II

Born to be Wild

Dying With Dignity Part I

Babies...Babies Everywhere

N95: 98 Degrees Cover Band or Mysteriously Marvelous PPE

Let's Do This One More Time

RE-RELEASED: 4/19/1995

I'm All Ears

Nobody Calls Me Chicken

Marky Mark & The Bear Spray Bunch

Candid Covid Chat: "Lean On Me"

What Can You Make Possible In 38 Seconds?

Two Of Hearts

Tearin' Up My Heart

A Fireside Chat

Not Today Motherf@#!er

Do No Harm

Are You Afraid Of The Dark: Hospital Edition

Dead Man Rotting

Party of Five

A Second Puff Of Madness

A Puff Of Madness

Who Are You Wearing?

The Girl Who Lived

Time Is Running Out

The Untold Story of Thomas Eric Duncan

Get Ready For A Takeover

Regurgitation Sensation

One Goal: Stay. Alive

Harder To Breathe

A New(ish) Hope

Did Someone Say Recap?

The Belle Tolls For Thee

For Whom The Belle Tolls

Nursing Note: Harm Reduction Saves Lives

Under Pressure II: How Did I Get Here?

Under Pressure

I Dare You To Listen To This Episode

Somebody Save Me

On A Very Special People Are Wild...

Chipotle's Worst Nightmare

How To Ruin Your Burning Man Experience

Netflix Has No Chill

All About That Spine

Don't Tase Me Bro

Don’t Tase Me Bro

21(ish) Questions

Baby You're A Firework

Baby You’re A Firework