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Awakened Anesthetist
This podcast is for Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants, AA students, and anyone hoping to become one. As a CAA, I know how difficult it can be to find guidance that truly reflects our unique perspective. I created Awakened Anesthetist to be the supportive community of CAAs I needed on my own journey.
Every month, I feature CAA expanders in what I call my PROCESS interview series. I also create solo episodes that weave in themes of wellness, self-discovery, and mindful growth - offering insights and reflections that resonate with our high-pressure, high-responsibility lives. Through it all, you’ll discover the power you hold as a CAA to create a life by design, not by default. I know you’ll find yourself here at the Awakened Anesthetist podcast.
Episodes
80 episodes
[PROCESS] Walking Through the Fire with author Kate Novinc, CAA
In this episode, we trace Kate’s path from engineering to CAA, the messy middle of finding her voice, and the work of turning loss into a children's book about anesthesia. Along the way, we unpack her New Mexico CAA advocacy journey and what it...
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Season 5
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Episode 79
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55:25
You Can't Do Everything | Wellness Wednesdays
Have you ever searched for wellness resources that truly understand what it means to be a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant? You're not alone. Wellness Wednesday are candid conversations about the unique challenges and opportunities facing C...
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Season 5
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Episode 78
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[PROCESS] Pom-Poms & Propofol: Defying Stereotypes in Anesthesia ft. Brooke Ferris, CAA
What happens when you refuse to choose between two seemingly opposite dreams? Brooke Ferris, CAA knows firsthand. As both a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant and a six-season veteran of the Atlanta Falcons cheerleading squad, she's lived in ...
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Season 5
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Episode 77
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Finding Yourself in CAA Wellness | Wellness Wednesdays
Have you ever searched for wellness resources that truly understand what it means to be a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant? You're not alone.Wellness Wednesday debuts with a candid conversation about the unique challenges and opportu...
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Season 5
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Episode 76
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17:22
Season 5 Premiere | CAA Life by Design (an update)
Can you believe we are starting the 5th season?! I am honored to host the first ever podcast for the CAA community, thanks for being! If you want more, listen to my 3 original PROCESS episodes to hear all the nitty gritty details of my journey....
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Season 5
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Episode 75
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36:16
Season 5 Unlocked
yayayay! Season 5 of Awakened Anesthetist podcast launches September 12th with exciting new features including YouTube videos and a dedicated website. The upcoming season showcases extraordinary CAAs breaking boundaries as professional athletes...
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Season 5
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Episode 74
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2:47
Summer Check-in + 2 Announcements!
During this mid summer break check-in I announce the launch of CAA Matters, the first comprehensive professional development and wellness curriculum designed specifically for the Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant profession. After years of d...
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Season 4
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Episode 73
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13:55
LIVE Season 4 Finale @ AAAA 2025: [PROCESS] The AAAA Presidency and a Life by Design with Nicole Moore, CAA
Nicole Moore, Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant and 2025 AAAA* President, shares her journey from discovering the CAA profession through a Google search to becoming a pivotal leader in CAA advocacy and education.*
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Season 4
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Episode 72
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56:21
Want a New Job? A Deep Dive with LocumTenens.com
Are you a CAA looking for a new job? Discover how Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants (CAAs) can revolutionize their careers with the growing number of locums opportunities. I sit down again with Sabrina Strange from
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Season 4
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Episode 71
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41:54
[PROCESS] Listening to Life's Whispers: A Journey of Passion and Persistence ft. Yulanda Greene, CAA
Step into the world of Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants with Yulanda Greene as she shares her remarkable PROCESS to become a prominent CAA educator and leader. As the 2025 president of the Georgia Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants, Yu...
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Season 4
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Episode 70
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Your Complete Guide to Understanding Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants Pt. 4 How Much Do CAAs Make?
Curious about what it truly means to be a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA)? You're in the right place! From nearly two decades of experience, I share a clear and comprehensive breakdown of the CAA profession. Think of me as your older...
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Season 4
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Episode 69
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59:37
2025 Life Update: Embracing Intentional Breaks for Fulfillment
Reflecting on recent experiences, I share how taking an intentional break has rejuvenated my commitment to living life by my design. From unexpected snow days to exciting new projects like CAA Matters, this episode emphasizes the importance of ...
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Season 4
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Episode 68
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24:23
[PROCESS] Her Untold Path to Empowerment and Influence ft. Chabely Rodrigez, CAA
Get to know Chabely Rodriguez, a trailblazing Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant and social media influencer. As a first-generation Mexican-American woman, Chabely's story is one of resilience and triumph over adversity. Her story highlights ...
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Season 4
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Episode 67
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56:53
Your Complete Guide to Understanding Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants Pt. 3 Where Can CAAs Work?
Curious about what it truly means to be a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA)? You're in the right place! From nearly two decades of experience, I share a clear and comprehensive breakdown of the CAA profession. Think of me as your older...
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Season 4
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Episode 66
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36:44
REPLAY: 5ish Holiday Hacks for the Busy Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant
Originally aired December 2022.I hope this fun 5ish episode leaves you feeling nourished, encouraged and connected to yourself and our community this holiday/4th quarter season. You (still) deserve to feel good behind the drape.Addi...
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Season 4
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Episode 65
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20:45
Embracing Resilience: Self-Compassion Meditation for CAAs
Join me for a 10-minute meditation, designed to fit into your busy day whether you're on a work break or commuting, learn how to embrace your natural source of resilience.Meditation begins around 4:33This isn't just about managi...
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Season 4
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Episode 64
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20:34
Revolutionizing CAA Careers: Exploring Locums Work with LocumTenens.com
Discover how Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants (CAAs) can revolutionize their careers with the growing number of locums opportunities. I sit down with Sabrina Strange from
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Season 4
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Episode 63
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30:18
UPDATE: Trailblazing the CAA Licensure Movement in Nevada ft. Stephanie Zunini, CAA
This is an update to Stephanie Zunini's original PROCESS episode 35 released September 1st, 2023. We catch up with Stephanie more than a year later to discuss the arduous proces...
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Season 4
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Episode 62
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Your Complete Guide to Understanding Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants Pt. 2 Why You Should NOT be a CAA
Curious about what it truly means to be a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA)? You're in the right place! From nearly two decades of experience, I share a clear and comprehensive breakdown of the CAA profession. Think of me as your older...
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Season 4
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Episode 61
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29:18
Part 2 of 2. Building a Diverse Future in the CAA Profession PROCESS ft. DEI AAAA Scholarship Winners, Ellen Fleurival, SAA and Tekiah McClary, SAA
In this joint PROCESS episode, 2024 DEI AAAA scholarship winners, Ellen Fleurival and Tekiah McClary, share their unique paths to become Anesthesiologist Assistant students. Together, we uncover the challenges and triumphs they’ve faced, naviga...
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Season 4
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Episode 60
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Part 1 of 2. Building a Diverse Future in the CAA Profession ft. DEI AAAA Committee Chair, Arielle Knafel-Bellian, CAA
In this episode, the 2024 AAAA DEI Committee chair, Arielle, and I, dive into the goals and selection process for the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion AAAA scholarship. This scholarship is designed to create a more inclusive CAA community by va...
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Season 4
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Episode 59
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18:45
Thriving Through Mindfulness as a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant
Gain the confidence to make decisions aligned with your true desires and embrace a compassionate approach to life. We'll explore how mindfulness can help break the cycle of equating worth with productivity, fostering inherent worthiness and res...
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Season 4
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Episode 58
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23:02
Your Complete Guide to Understanding Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants: Pt. 1 What is a CAA?
Curious about what it truly means to be a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA)? You're in the right place! From nearly two decades of experience, I share a clear and comprehensive breakdown of the CAA profession. Think of me as your older...
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Season 4
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Episode 57
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17:02
[PROCESS] Breaking Barriers in The Evergreen State ft. Sarah Brown, CAA
Discover how Washington Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants President, Sarah Brown, paved the way for CAAs in Washington State. Hear her PROCESS from Georgia to Seattle, balancing career & family, and breaking legislative barriers in thi...
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Season 4
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Episode 56
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