This podcast episode features an interview with Ahmad Elmansouri, a former scholar of The HLA (Healthcare Leadership Academy) and co-founder of The HLA Listen podcast. The conversation explores Ahmad's journey through medicine, including his initial interest in surgery, his decision to pursue medical education and dermatology, and his experiences living and training across the UK. The discussion also highlights the value of near-peer mentorship, the importance of authentic leadership, and how podcasting has evolved as an educational tool and a platform for community building within the healthcare field.