Beyond the Prophy®
Beyond the Prophy® is a podcast for dental professionals who are thinking deeply about their careers, their leadership, and what it means to grow with integrity.Hosted by Jasmin Haley, MS, RDH, CDA, educator, leadership strategist, and founder of Beyond the Prophy®, this podcast creates space for honest conversations about workplace culture, money, boundaries, leadership, burnout, and career transitions both inside and beyond dentistry.Through solo reflections and Office Hours mentoring episodes, Jasmin helps listeners name what they’re feeling, think clearly about their next steps, and navigate professional growth without burning everything down.This is not a podcast about hustling harder or chasing titles.It’s about ownership, alignment, and building a career that supports the life you’re becoming.If you’re asking, “What’s next and how do I move forward thoughtfully?”You’re in the right place.
Beyond the Prophy®
Episode 124: Overcoming Barriers and Embracing Opportunities with Angy Rodriguez, RDH
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In this inspiring episode of Beyond the Prophy®, Jasmin Haley interviews Angy Rodriguez, RDH, one of the nation’s few DACA-registered dental hygienists and a trailblazer in the dental field. Angy shares her incredible journey from overcoming childhood challenges to becoming a leader in dentistry. She reflects on her resilience, career evolution, and the lessons she’s learned about breaking barriers, creating opportunities, and advocating for underrepresented communities in healthcare.
Trigger Warning: Childhood Abuse Is Discussed In This Episode
Key Takeaways:
The Power of Resilience
Understanding DACA and Dreamers
Career Challenges and Triumphs
Expanding Beyond Clinical Hygiene
Advice for Aspiring Dental Professionals
Quotes from Angy Rodriguez:
- “For every struggle I’ve faced, there’s been an incredible blessing waiting on the other side.”- Angy Rodriguez, RDH
- “Representation matters. There are people out there who can only relate to your story—your voice matters.”-Angy Rodriguez, RDH
Connect with Angy Rodriguez:
- Instagram: @Angyrdh
- LinkedIn: Angy Rodriguez
- Email: a.rodriguez.rdh@gmail.com
Connect with Jasmin Haley:
- Website: www.beyondtheprophy.com
- Instagram: @beyondtheprophy
- LinkedIn: Jasmin Haley
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Beyond the Prophy® is a podcast hosted by Jasmin Haley, MS, dental hygienist & assitant, educator, and founder of Legacy Scaler®.
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