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Welcome to The Wide Lens Podcast hosted by Brad Stave—where often unheard voices bring fresh perspectives to the biggest moments in recent history. We go beyond the headlines to reveal the untold stories and hidden layers behind the events you thought you knew.
Love what you’re hearing? Share The Wide Lens Podcast with a friend and drop us a rating or review where you listen to podcasts—it’s the best way to help others find the show. Thanks for listening!
On this episode of The Wide Lens Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Dan Diamond, MD, a family physician and experienced disaster responder, as he recounts his frontline medical triage work after Hurricane Katrina and reflects on what the crisis taught him about leadership and resilience.
Dr. Diamond describes arriving at the Convention Center, coordinating with military and emergency teams, treating urgent cases, and responding to unexpected dangers like waterborne infections. He shares vivid human stories - from volunteers like Augie to rescuers like Sergeant Bailey - and the small practices (even a rubber chicken) that helped teams stay effective under pressure.
Throughout the conversation Dr. Diamond draws practical lessons for leaders and caregivers: protect and pace your team, stay curious and humble, and turn trauma into tools for thriving.
Please Note: Learn more about Dr. Dan Diamond at www.dandiamondmd.com and watch his TEDx talk here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=YWyo1qlNd3g
The Wide Lens Podcast
Welcome to The Wide Lens Podcast hosted by Brad Stave—where often unheard voices bring fresh perspectives to the biggest moments in recent history. We go beyond the headlines to reveal the untold stories and hidden layers behind the events you thought you knew.
Love what you’re hearing? Share The Wide Lens Podcast with a friend and drop us a rating or review where you listen to podcasts—it’s the best way to help others find the show. Thanks for listening!
