My husband Jimmy joins me to break down this week's small talk news stories! These are stories to share at work or school, whether you're waiting for a computer to load or chatting about each others weekend's/hobbies, here are the fun, easy to share news stories of the week! We discuss:
- feeling labor day/memorial day fomo
- Netflix announces theme parks: https://people.com/netflix-announces-netflix-house-theme-parks-when-they-open-and-where-11800336
- Matt Rife becomes handler of haunted Annabelle doll + other haunted items: https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/comedian-matt-rife-says-now-legal-guardian-annabelle-haunted-doll-rcna222927
- Airbud casting for it's newest Golden Retriever star, yours could be on screens next! https://people.com/nationwide-search-for-golden-retriever-next-air-bud-11787615
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Today I am joined by The Flirt Coach, Benjamin Camras (@benjamincamras) to chat about all things FLIRTING! We chat about his path from a standard corporate job for 10 years to navigating burnout, feeling like there's more to life, and finding his path to being a relationship/flirt coach/content creator. We also relate flirting and having fun in conversation to our goals when chatting with patients and creating a fun atmosphere, and ultimately how to use the tools of flirting and communication to uplevel your connection and relationships, have more fun, and get what you want out of life.
00:00 - 15:14: who is Benjamin and how did he become the flirt coach
15:14 - 28:34: communication with patients/making others feel comfortable/seen
- the importance of being present with the person in front of you & not letting any agenda get in way
- how to be disarming, help others feel comfortable, & navigating social anxiety
28:34 - 42:14: the 4 flirt styles, advice for flirting on the apps/via digital, mindset shifts for flirting
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Sometimes the stories that shape us the most, are written by the words we never got to say.
Today my friend Dr. Avi Patel (@doctor.avi IG, @doctoravi youtube) joins me to share a story he's never gotten to share about triggers, resentment, the stories we tell ourselves about who we are and ultimately how clarity builds love and respect in friendships, even when we don't agree with each other.
He shares the story of an argument that brought him to clarity and respect with a dental school friend before he tragically passed.
We unpack the challenges of being the child of immigrants, finding what your authentic self looks like when you're a chameleon taught to blend in, and finding the courage to be seen for who you are.
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the secret to being more confident/charismatic/successful is actually right in front of your eyes, but no one emphasizes the ingredients to this secret sauce!! While we all know that helping other people feel heard, validated, and seen when interacting and connecting is important, no one tells you HOW! Today I'm giving you a practice guide to 3 tools that you need in your toolkit, this will help you have better conversations, feel more successful and fulfilled at work, have better relationships outside of work, and overall unlock a new potential in your life, all from these 3 things: microvalidations, compliments, and acknowledgements!
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Sometimes the stories that shape us the most, are written by the words we never got to say.
Welcome to the Just A Quick Pinch Podcast summer series, What Was Never Said - where I interview guests about the ex mentors & bosses, previous partners, & friendships that faded, and the words they never got to say. We unpack why we avoid these hard conversations, what they say about us, and what we learn from the things we never got to say.
Today I'm sharing my story of a really hard experience that became a great lesson during dental school. This is a story about building your confidence and holding your head high, pushing through self doubt, and learning the importance of clear communication. There's probably going to be someone out there complaining that this isn't bullying but again, this is my side of the story lmao
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My good friend Dr. Haley Schultz (@dr.haley.dds & host of @dentaldownloadpodcast) is here to share the stories of the things she never said! The lessons of the day here: sometimes we overthink and delay conversations until we've agonized for week's, they're worst case in our heads, and heavier burden for us to carry than if we were to address things swiftly and head on. Whether it's working with another classmate in a student org or having talks about money with our bosses, todays stories show that sometimes it's best to nip things in the bud, before they become a forest in our heads!
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Former ICU nurse/current med student Vincent (@scrubsandmusings) joins me for a vulnerable wholesome besties chat!!! We cover things like:
- being told you're "too much" and having to dim your light to fit in
- learning who your true friends are and being let down by those around you
- feeling alone during life transitions, finding strength in loneiness
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Dr. Dashaé Harris (@itsdashaeharris) my pediatric PT bestie joins me to share her two stories of what was never said! We hear of her stories of the job hunt when an ex-preceptor refused to help in a time of need, and with ex best friends that were about to be her bridesmaids when she realized they had no idea who she was. The complexity of adult friendships, the toxicity of people pleasing and "niceness" - this episode has it all!
Bc sometimes our greatest stories are written by the words we never got to say...
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My HUSBAND Jimmy joins us to break down the 3 small talk news stories of the week for you to chat about with patient's, coworkers, avoid awkward conversation & more. Here is your small talk survival guide of the week!:
https://people.com/joey-chestnut-claims-17th-nathans-famous-hot-dog-championship-11766598
https://people.com/ozzy-osbourne-selling-dna-liquid-death-11757004
https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/chuck-e-cheese-launches-new-arcade-for-adults-rcna216614
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today my good friend & general dentist Dr. Daltria (@theassociatesadvantage) joins me for another episode of the summer series to break down 2 conversations that she never got to have, and the lessons learned from them.
Story 1: Daltria's experience with a boss that gave up on her and never gave her closure - what she learned about showing respect via confrontation, finding your own closure, and finding your own self worth outside of extrinsic metrics.
Story 2: Daltria shares her story with a mentor that recently passed - she shares what she never got to say to him, an the lasting impression that his legacy left on her
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Sometimes we avoid hard conversations because we think other people can do them better, or because we think maybe we're sparing someones feelings by holding back - today Dr. Britany Baker (@dr.bortny) breaks down her stories of What Was Never Said: to the ex assistant that was her good friend and first assistant, and to the ex boyfriend who was a long time boyfriend where things ended
We chat about authenticity in relationships and conversations, projecting our feelings on others in anticipation, and setting boundaries - and why sometimes saying the hard thing and saying it early is ironically the most peaceful and painless way
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Dr. Jamie Ko (@withjamie.dds) joins us for our summer series: What Was Never Said, to share a story of lessons learned from working with a coworker that left her feeling unwelcome - she shares the realities of:
- being a warm/open person and expecting others to be the same
- learning to set boundaries and expectations, and not place so much emphasis on yourself
- how to navigate starting a new position and the difficultieis that come with working in new environments
- let them theory /feeling judged
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Summer series of What Was Never Said continues!!! with Dr. Rudi (@ruuds_innerthoughts) emergency medicine pharmacist, book worm, spin enthusiast & professional meal prepper - she shares what she never said to:
- an advisor that told her she was not meant for clinical pharmacy: bouncing back in the fact of rejection and doubt, how to believe in yourself when others won't, prove others wrong, and navigate burnout
as well as an ex boyfriend that ghosted her in the craziest way that led to her meeting her current fiance and future husband
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Sometimes the stories that shape us the most are written by the words we never got to say.
Welcome to our summer series, What Was Never Said! Each week we'll be joined by the hottest trailblazers & newest kids on the healthcare block where they'll share 2 conversations they never got to have. Through these stories, we unpack lessons in grit, courage, resilience, and hear moments of heartbreak, failure, and the bounce back that inevitably comes. As we unpack why we avoid these hard conversations, how we grow from them, and what they say about us, we'll also gain appreciation for the importance of communication, connection, and vulnerability. So come along for the ride this summer!
First up we have Dr. Steven Lu (@dentistrywithsteven) - the 4am workout, Supra loving, growth mindset guru! He shares how being laid off from his on paper "perfect" job was the beginning of the rest of his life. He shares the words he never got to say to an ex boss from a hard associateship position, and to his younger self during times of struggle and imposter syndrome
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My fiancé Jimmy joins me to break down the weekly small talk news for the last time as my fiancé before he becomes my HUSBAND!!! We share the top small talk news to share this week with patients and coworkers to have the best convos at work. We break down:
- our summer bucket list that we will proceed to only do 10% of
- Dancing with the Sharks: the hottest new TV show
- HGTV's newest competition show: Bachelor Mansion Reno
- Scientists invent X Ray vision contact lenses
https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-025-01630-x
- a Pokemon Fossil museum to launch in Chicago
- Kesha launches Smash, a platform for music creatives
What is the difference between the kind of person who climbs Mount Everest and the kind of person who doesn't? I break down an interesting new research study that studies the difference between those who do hard things and those who don't - turns out there's 2 types of people in this world: State vs. Action oriented people
Action oriented people are more resilient, self confident, feel less anxiety, and achieve more in life - turns out you can go from being a State oriented person to Action and achieving all that you want by starting today
I share expert supported top tips and tricks to become an action oriented person and stop feeling stuck - start achieving the life you always dreamed of today
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If I could summarize the most helpful skill I've learned since graduating school and working in the real world as a dentist - it's how to turn a tense, angry, upset moment into a breakthrough for your relationship and progress with someone. This is something that even the best communicators / people with the best social skills still have to learn and be intentional about because it's not something you typically have a lot of experience with until you're in the real world.
Today I'm sharing how to use conflict as a tool to get deeper with someone by asking the right questions - the right questions can actually help you build a stronger connection, make progress faster, and get to the bottom of what someones really thinking/feeling so that they can actually hear what you're really thinking and feeling
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solo Connie is here to break down her top tips on beating a funk - whether you feel uninspired, blah, or caged up recently, these are tips to get you out of the haze and feeling clear and focused again!
she also shares recent new grad feelings of being stuck in mundane routine, feeling the urge to chase "whats next", and having to re evaluate goals
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my fiancé Jimmy is back to help me break down your weekly small talk survival guide! These are the fun, light hearted, trending stories to share at work with patients, coworkers, and new people you meet! Never have a dull moment of convo & get to know anyone in 5 minutes with these stories.
- https://www.today.com/parents/teens/gigachad-meaning-slang-rcna177376
- https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/allergy-season-cities-2025/
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