Compassion & Courage: Conversations in Healthcare
"Compassion & Courage" is a healthcare podcast hosted by professional speaker, Marcus Engel, and his wife, Marvelyne aka The Hotness.
This podcast includes conversations on the leadership topics, we all need: resiliency, finding compassion for ourselves and others, and healthcare trends. There are lots of interviews with docs, nurses, experts, patients, and folks in the field up to their ears doing the work… and finding the balance.
Marcus is a speaker, consultant, professor, and the author of “The Other End of the Stethoscope” and “I’m Here: Compassionate Communication in Patient Care,” two texts that are often used by hospitals and nursing schools.
"Compassion & Courage: Conversations in Healthcare" is a Marcus Engel podcast and the views expressed are entirely his own.
Episodes
189 episodes
The Future of Aging in Place: Compassionate Care Strategies with Nicole Brackett, LPN
In this conversation on Compassion & Courage, Marcus interviews Nicole Brackett, a nurse and Army veteran, about compassionate care for aging populations, dementia, and the importance of person-centered support at home. They explore strateg...
Building Purpose-Driven Teams in Healthcare with Brian Bausano, MD, MBA
In this conversation on Compassion & Courage, Dr. Brian Bausano shares his journey to becoming an emergency medicine physician, highlighting the emotional challenges and the importance of teamwork and compassion in healthcare. He discusses ...
The Art of Compassionate Communication in Healthcare with Toby Campbell MD
In this episode of Compassion & Courage, Marcus Engel interviews Dr. Toby Campbell, a palliative care physician, discussing the importance of compassionate communication in healthcare. They explore the role of palliative care, the significa...
Embracing Nature in Healthcare with MaryCay Durrant
In this episode of Compassion and Courage, Marcus speaks with MaryCay Durrant about her journey from the corporate world to healthcare, emphasizing the importance of compassionate communication, resilience, and the influence of nature in the wo...
Unveiling the Hidden Crisis of Child Trafficking with Erin Williamson LCSW, MPA
In this episode of Compassion & Courage, Marcus Engel and co-host Marvelyne Engel talk with Erin Williamson, an LCSW specializing in child trafficking. They discuss the complexities of child trafficking, the hidden nature of victims, and th...
Experiences Shape our Purpose and Drive with Dr. Malinda Shultice
In this episode of Compassion & Courage Conversations in Healthcare, Marcus speaks with Dr. Melinda Shultice, who shares her journey from an accidental start in healthcare to becoming a leader and educator. She emphasizes the importance of ...
Improving the Science of Diagnosis with Steven Goldberg, MD, MBA
In this episode of Compassion & Courage Conversations in Healthcare, Marcus speaks with Dr. Steven Goldberg, Chief Medical Officer of HealthTrackRx. They discuss the importance of compassionate communication in healthcare, the challenges of...
The Journey from Patient to Advocate with Trisha Choi, MA, CPXP
In this episode of Compassion & Courage, Marcus Engel speaks with Trisha Choi about her journey from being a patient to a healthcare professional, emphasizing the importance of compassion in patient care. They discuss personal experiences o...
Finding Joy in Long-Term Care – Erin Hart and Peter Murphy Lewis
In this episode of Compassion & Courage, Marcus Engel engages with guests Erin Hart and Peter Murphy Lewis to discuss the vital role of caregivers in long-term care settings and some of the creative work in healthcare. They explore the ofte...
Humility, Compassion, and Understanding in Healthcare with Beth Cavenaugh
In this episode of Compassion & Courage, Marcus Engel speaks with Beth Cavenaugh, a longtime hospice nurse, about her journey into nursing, the importance of compassionate communication, and the role of narrative medicine in healthcare. The...
Life is Too Short – With James Pinkston Jr., RN/NREMTP
In this episode of Compassion & Courage: Conversations in Healthcare, Marcus Engel speaks with James Pinkston Jr., RN/NREMTP, about the importance of presence in caregiving, and the journey into healthcare leadership. They discuss the signi...
The Heart of Nursing – With Hannah Fowler, RN
In this episode of Compassion and Courage, host Marcus Engel speaks with nurse Hannah Fowler about her journey into nursing, the realities of bedside care, and the importance of compassion in healthcare. Hannah shares her personal experiences a...
AI: The Future of Compassionate Healthcare with David Norris
In this episode of Compassion and Courage, Marcus and David Norris discuss the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. They explore how AI can alleviate administrative burdens on healthcare professionals, enhance pati...
The Joy of Knowing Another Person Deeply with Susan Ryan
In this episode of Compassion and Courage, Marcus speaks with Susan Ryan, CEO of the Center for Innovation, about transforming elder care through compassion and person-centered practices. They discuss the importance of deinstitutionalizing care...
The Stethoscope Surprise
In this episode of Compassion and Courage, Marcus Engel talks about the release of his book The Other End of the Stethoscope on Audible! He shares this big announcement and the innovative use of AI for voice cloning, which allowed him ...
Meet Them Where They Are – Rachel Phelps, DNP, MSN, RN, CNEcl, CHSE
In this episode of Compassion and Courage, Marcus Engel speaks with Rachel Phelps, DNP, about her journey in nursing, the importance of compassionate communication, and the role of mentorship in healthcare. They discuss the integration of techn...
Finding an Abundant Mindset
164 – Finding an Abundant Mindset In this episode of Compassion and Courage, Marcus and Marvelyne discuss the concept of scarcity mindset and how to overcome it. They explore the importance of shifting to an abundant mindset,...
The Heart of Compassionate Care – Ryan Sheridan, Thoracic Surgery PA
In this episode of Compassion and Courage, Marcus speaks with Ryan Sheridan, a physician assistant specializing in cardiothoracic surgery. They discuss Ryan's journey into the medical field, the importance of compassionate communication in heal...
Farewells and New Beginnings
162 – Farewells and New Beginnings On this episode of Compassion & Courage, Marcus and The Hotness share the emotional announcement about the Engel pack. At the beginning of January, Marcus and The Hotness began the journ...
Navigating Mental Health – Angie Osborn
In today’s episode of Compassion & Courage, Marcus Engel speaks with Angie Osborn, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, discussing her journey in mental health, the importance of compassionate communication, and the need for inte...
How to Cultivate Compassion (REPOST)
Marcus Tells the Story of Jennifer and “I’m Here.” He shares the three ways that are best able to help cultivate more compassion and be more present. Marcus gives two definitions for compassion and challenges us to try practicing non-judgement,...
The Power of Advocacy in Healthcare – Rachel Spalding, DNP, RN, NEA-BC
In today’s episode of Compassion & Courage, Marcus Engel speaks with Dr. Rachel Spalding, a nurse executive and consultant, about her journey in nursing, the importance of compassionate care, and the role of advocacy in healthcare. Rachel s...
The Power of Vulnerability in Nursing – Nikki Helms DNP, MBA, RN, CCRN-K
In today’s episode of Compassion & Courage, Marcus Engel speaks with Nikki Helms DNP, MBA, RN, CCRN-K, a dedicated nurse and patient experience leader. They discuss Nikki's journey into nursing, the importance of compassionate care, and the...
The Self Saboteur – Part 2
On this episode of Compassion & Courage, Marcus and The Hotness delve into the concept of self-sabotage, exploring its various forms and how it impacts mental health, relationships, and personal growth. They discuss behaviors such as perfec...
Leadership Lessons from a Lifelong Nurse - Laurie Smith
In today’s episode of Compassion & Courage, Marcus Engel and Laurie Smith talk about Laurie’s journey in healthcare, her inspirations, and the importance of leadership and belonging in teams. They discuss Laurie's experiences as a nurse, he...