The Waiting Room Revolution
This podcast can help anyone dealing with serious illness. Over the years, we have cared for and interviewed thousands of patients and families who tell us they felt overwhelmed and ‘in the dark’ during their illness journey. Yet we sometimes heard stories where individuals felt prepared, in control and ‘in the know.’ What was the difference between these experiences? The answer is the 7 keys. Join your hosts Dr. Samantha Winemaker, palliative care doctor, and Dr. Hsien Seow, health care researcher, as they share real-life stories to explain the 7 keys to being hopeful and prepared when facing serious illness. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa.
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Episodes
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Monday Apr 12, 2021
In this episode, Hsien and Sammy discuss the second key, “Zoom Out,” which focuses on looking at the big picture of an illness. They also interview Dr. Darren Heyland about his research on communication and decision-making in the Intensive Care Unit of a large academic hospital. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com.
Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Monday Apr 12, 2021
In this episode, Hsien and Sammy discuss the third key, “Know Your Style,” which is about why one’s approach to life and how they handle challenges is critical information. They also interview Sue about her journey caring for her dad, and how his personal style impacted the entire illness experience. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com.
Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Monday Apr 12, 2021
In this episode, Hsien and Sammy discuss the fourth key, “Customize Your Order,” which is about how and when to customize the standard of care to fit your personal preferences. They also interview Wanda, who shares how she customized the doctor’s orders for her daughter Cali. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com.
Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Monday Apr 12, 2021
In this episode, Hsien and Sammy discuss the fifth key, “Anticipate Ripple Effects,” which focuses on how the family and caregivers also have a parallel illness experience that cannot be ignored. Hsien talks with Isabelle, who shares her experience of caring for her older sister Julie. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com.
Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Monday Apr 12, 2021
In this episode, Hsien and Sammy discuss the sixth key, "Connect the Dots" (Tag, You’re It), which is about the need for patients and families to connect the dots with all the players involved along the journey. They chat with author Karen Cummings about her experience planning for her mother’s transition to long term care. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com.
Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Monday Apr 12, 2021
In this episode, Hsien and Sammy discuss the seventh key, “Invite Yourself,” which is about inviting yourself to the conversation on what to expect about the illness in the future. They also interview Tricia, about how inviting yourself can be challenging and rewarding. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com.
Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Welcome to the Waiting Room Revolution - a podcast about how to be hopeful and prepared when facing serious illness. In this episode, you’ll hear the origin story of The Waiting Room Revolution and how this podcast can help those facing serious illness. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com
Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Monday Apr 12, 2021
In this episode, Hsien and Sammy discuss the first key, “Walk 2 Roads”, which is about walking the road of preparedness and hope. They also interview Kari, who talks about her experience walking both roads while caring for her daughter Olivia. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com
Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0