On this episode of I Beg Your Pardon , we’re joined by a powerhouse in scrubs — a Black nurse, social media force, and unapologetic queen of resilience. From earning her degree to inspiring thousands online, she breaks down what it really means to heal while hustling, and how she deals with love from the community and shade from the sidelines. We talk purpose, pressure, and the power of showing up as your full self — even when the haters are loud. Trust, this one’s for anyone chasing goals with ...
May 17, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 70
Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of abuse, trauma, and emotional distress that may be difficult for some listeners. Please take care while listening. In this powerful episode of I Beg Your Pardon this Nursing Week, we sit down with Katie Duke — nurse, trailblazer, and one of the first influencers to put nursing on the social media map. Katie opens up about her early struggles with life, abuse, her career as a nurse, moving from the country to the city, and the tough path she wa...
May 12, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 69
In this jaw-dropping episode, Nurse John spills the tea on one of the hottest, messiest, and most unbelievable real-life encounters between nurses and doctors. We all know how doctors are glorified as the stars of the hospital—praised on TV, idolized in media, and treated like gods in white coats. But behind the scenes? Sometimes that status, power, and alphabet soup after their names gets to their heads—and guess who ends up in the crossfire? Yep… the nurses. Get ready for a no-holds-barred, br...
May 02, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 68
In this episode, Nurse John is serving up the ultimate tea with the sassiest, baddest, and downright funniest duo on the internet — The Nurse Daddies — Nurse Colton and Nurse Glen! These two icons have taken social media by storm, and today, they’re spilling all the secrets on how they became everyone’s favorite dynamic duo. But that’s not all — we’re diving deep into real workplace bullying stories, and trust us, the drama is real ! Nurse John, Colton, and Glen aren’t just reading the tea — the...
Apr 27, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 67
In this episode of the podcast, Nurse John has a fun chat with Nurse Austin, the lovable ICU nurse next door who’s juggling night shifts, saving lives, and somehow finding time to be an up-and-coming content creator! Austin spills the tea on the wild and wacky things that go down during his ICU shifts (trust us, you won’t believe some of the stories he has), plus how he dove headfirst into content creation. Oh, and did we mention he’s besties with Nurse Mikael, another big-time content creator? ...
Apr 05, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 66
In this episode of the podcast, Nurse John is hanging out with Lorenzo Otero, aka Nurse Renzo on social media! Get ready for a wild ride as Renzo spills the tea on what it’s like being a new grad nurse and how to slay both at work and in life. He’s sharing all the deets on how to find that perfect work-life balance, chase your dreams, and keep it all together with a little caffeine, motivation, and a whole lotta hustle. So grab your iced coffee, throw on your favorite lip balm, and strap in for ...
Mar 30, 2025•55 min•Ep. 65
In this episode of your favorite podcast, Nurse John is bringing in his newest bestie, Nurse Logan, all the way from Louisiana! Meet Logan, the ICU new grad by night and content creator by day – aka the big dawg of nursing. He’s here to spill the tea on what it’s like being a fresh face in the ICU, navigating those late-night shifts, and the wild ride of being a new content creator. Get ready for a Mardi Gras rollercoaster of laughs, chaos, and a whole lot of southern charm. Whether you’re a fel...
Mar 14, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 64
In this episode of I Beg Your Pardon, we dive into those awkward, cringe-worthy moments that every nurse knows all too well—especially the ones that haunt us long after our shifts end. From miscommunications with patients to bizarre encounters in the break room, we share the funny (and sometimes dark) stories that make nursing both a challenging and hilariously unpredictable job. If you’ve ever found yourself questioning your life choices after an interaction at the hospital, this one's for you....
Mar 07, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 63
In this episode of the Nurse John Podcast, we’re joined by the amazing Nurse Tina, a labor and delivery nurse and social media content creator who’s bringing the laughs and real talk to the world of parenting. With her unique blend of humor, heart, and a whole lot of wisdom, Tina shares her journey as a mom and nurse, offering fun and educational skits that help parents navigate pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Tune in for a dose of laughs, relatable moments, and expert tips that will leave you fee...
Feb 28, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 62
In this episode of the I Beg Your Pardon podcast, Nurse John chats with Kaarin, a talented social media DIY interior designer and content creator known for her one-of-a-kind, viral design creations. Kaarin takes us behind the scenes of her creative process, turning ideas into reality with her unique, jolly style. But there’s more to Kaarin than just her design skills—she’s also a registered nurse who worked through the pandemic. In this episode, she opens up about her journey in healthcare, the ...
Jan 24, 2025•40 min•Season 1Ep. 61
In this episode of I Beg Your Pardon, Nurse John dives into the cringiest, laugh-out-loud embarrassing moments from the world of nursing—starting with his own jaw-dropping blunder. Ever had a moment where you said something so wrong, it made you question your entire career choice? Yeah, we’ve all been there. Grab a cup of coffee (or something stronger) and join us for a wild ride of awkward anecdotes and real-life nursing fails. Warning: You might cringe, you might laugh, and you might just find...
Jan 17, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 60
Welcome to the very first episode of the I Beg Your Pardon podcast for 2025! Nurse John kicks off the new year by reflecting on the highs, lows, and everything in between from 2024. Nurse John is sharing amazing stories by some amazing besties who share their own takeaways from the past year—what worked, what didn’t, and what they’re bringing with them into the new year. Whether it’s goals, lessons learned, or fresh perspectives, this episode is all about starting 2025 with some real inspiration...
Jan 10, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 59
In this special holiday episode of the podcast, Nurse John shares real-life stories from healthcare workers and the public—tales of miraculous moments in healthcare that remind us that miracles do happen, even in the darkest times. Prepare for a heartwarming, “Miracle on 34th Street”-style episode filled with tears and hope, just in time for the holiday season. Wishing you a joyful holiday season surrounded by loved ones, friends, colleagues, and cherished moments. Do me the biggest favour besti...
Dec 20, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 58
In this episode of the podcast, your bestie Nurse John will give you guys an update of his life, in and out of social media. A quick chat of what's been going on, why Nurse John is MIA for awhile and big surprises you don't want to miss. Do me the biggest favour bestie, by giving us a 5 star in Spotify & Apple podcast, and to other platforms you're listening to, follow our podcast, leave a comment, turn on notification and share it to your social, it will help us spread the love and get us g...
Dec 10, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 57
In this Halloween special episode of the I Beg Your Pardon podcast, Nurse John invites her social media best friend, Anna the Nurse. Together, they’ll be reading eerie, spooky, and scary hospital stories submitted by healthcare workers. At the same time, you'll get to know Anna both as a nurse and as a vibrant personality on social media.Do me the biggest favour bestie, by giving us a 5 star in Spotify & Apple podcast, and to other platforms you're listening to, follow our podcast, leave a c...
Oct 26, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 56
In this episode of the podcast, Nurse John sits down with the gorgeous, smart, and funny healthcare influencer Natalie Rae, who shares all about her life both on and off social media. Natalie takes us on her journey through nursing school, the struggles she faced and how she overcame them, her experience working through Covid, and how nursing doesn’t always have to be your Plan A, but can be a stepping stone to success. Grab your coffee and join us for this inspiring and fun episode! Do me the b...
Sep 27, 2024•54 min•Season 1Ep. 55
In this episode of the podcast, Nurse John interviews Nurse Mikael as part of the healthcare creator series. Nurse Mikael gives us a glimpse into his personal life, so you can get to know him both inside and outside of the hospital. He shares the highs and lows of his journey to becoming a well-known nurse content creator on social media. Sit back, relax, and fall in love with this episode of your favorite podcast. Do me the biggest favour bestie, by giving us a 5 star in Spotify & Apple pod...
Sep 20, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 54
In this episode of the podcast, Nurse John invites the baddest, sassiest, and funniest guest, Big Daddy Addie! Addison goes deeper than his IV pole dancing, welcoming us into his life so we can get to know him personally. He will also share how he overcame challenges and battles to reach where he is today, and how he gained fame with his wit and experiences as a nurse. Hold on to your IV poles, and get caffeinated, medicated, and hydrated for this fun episode of your favorite therapy podcast! Do...
Sep 13, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 53
In this new series of the "I Beg Your Pardon" podcast, Nurse John brings in all your favourite healthcare social media influencer/content creators. To start it off with Carsen aka Nurse Stank, a new grad Emergency Department nurse who will share his life inside and outside nursing, his dreams, aspirations and his experiences as a new grad nurse working in the emergency department. Carsen will also share how he rose to popularity in social media using his humour, authenticity and love for enterta...
Aug 16, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 52
In this episode of the podcast, Nurse John invites 911 dispatcher, Tamara. She shares her life story and her journey working as a 911 dispatcher. Many don't consider this profession as frontline providers. They are your first line of contact to your emergencies and life threatening events. Tamara will share all the struggles, challenges and difficult parts of being a 911 dispatcher. Sit back, relax and let’s learn together through this important episode of this week’s podcast. Do me the biggest ...
Aug 09, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 51
In this episode of the podcast, Nurse John sits down with Elise a psychiatric nurse. She will take us deeper into her life inside and outside of nursing and how all of the life challenges and battles have helped her be able to care for those who are in need while caring for her own. Let’s dive into a mental health journey through this episode of your favorite therapy podcast. Do me the biggest favour bestie, by giving us a 5 star in Spotify & Apple podcast, and to other platforms you're list...
Aug 02, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 50
In this episode Nurse John invites Steve De Petrillo, the co-founder of Garde-Malade Scrubs. Steve was diagnosed with Sarcoma and found himself between life and death in the hospital. With the help of nurses and other healthcare workers, he won the battle and is currently on remission with the help of his wife Marie, the CEO of Garde-Malade, they found a way to give back to those who gave them healing, caring, and loving hands during the most difficult time of their lives. Bestie let's dive into...
Jul 26, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 49
In this episode of the podcast Nurse John sits down with Alec a police officer in Los Angeles. Alec will take us to his world giving us a better look of what it is like being a police officer. Alec will also share about his personal life, struggles and challenges and we will also put him like every other P’s of nursing in the hot seat of questionnaires brought by nurses and other healthcare workers. Get your caffeine ready and sit down with us for the last episode of the P’s of Nursing. Do me th...
Jul 19, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 48
In this episode Nurse John interviews Stavros a firefighter and a content creator. Stavros will bring us to the station of his life where we can get to know him personally, his journey to becoming a firefighter, his fight through different life challenges and problems and life as a content creator. Sit back, relax, and let his hose down the curiosity and heat you’re feeling in this extremely hot episode. Do me the biggest favour bestie, by giving us a 5 star in Spotify & Apple podcast, and t...
Jul 12, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 47
In this episode, John brings in one of his good friend, Youssef. John and Youssef met in nursing school and both took up nursing together. But before they met, Youssef was and still is serving in the Canadian Military as a Medic. Let’s get to know Youssef; his life in both the Military and Nursing, love life, and find out what the fuss is all about with Military men and their red flags with nurses. Get your caffeine ready bestie as we dive deep to another P’s of nursing. Do me the biggest favour...
Jul 05, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 46
In this episode of the podcast, Nurse John invites Stan, a Police Officer, who is, if not, the biggest and most controversial red flag in P’s of nursing. Stan shares his life story, struggles and challenges in his profession and why he ended up dating an Emergency Room Nurse. We also sat this police officer down to answer the juiciest and spiciest questions that us healthcare workers have brought to the table for our beloved police officers. Get your caffeine ready for this hot, sizzling, and in...
Jun 28, 2024•1 hr 2 min
In this episode of the podcast Nurse John sits down with Skid a Pilot, Skid will take us to a one way ticket to his life, career, struggles and challenges, and his love life. Let’s get to know one of the notorious P’s of nursing and get to know more what Pilots go through in a daily. Get your luggage, ticket and coffee ready as we dive deep to this episode. Do me the biggest favour bestie, by giving us a 5 star in Spotify & Apple podcast, and to other platforms you're listening to, follow ou...
Jun 21, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 44
In this episode of the podcast Nurse John brings Onur an Emergency Doctor in Los Angeles, Onur will share his journey to what influence him to becoming a doctor, his life and struggles, the life of being a doctor and all the in between that is hidden behind the hospital curtain and of course we’re not letting Onur escape the hot seat as he answers all of the questions we nurses have towards them the spicy, unhinged and direct questions. Are you ready bestie? Sip that water get hydrated before On...
Jun 14, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 43
In this first episode of the P’s of Nursing, Nurse John invited Iggy an EMT/Social Media Content Creator. Iggy will share his life and working as an EMT, the struggles, the highs and the lows and all the in between. Iggy will also be the first one to be on the hot seat answering all the hot, spicy, and messy questions that nurses from all over the world asked and want to know about one of our favourite colleagues, EMT. Seat back, relax and get caffeinated. Follow Iggy Here: @iggsmeister @cprmont...
Jun 09, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 42
In this episode Nurse John will bring you hospital hook up stories that you think you only hear in medical tv shows, but the surprising part is the real life stories are even more spicy, juicy, interesting and messy. Hold on tight to your seat because this real life hook up stories will shook you to the bone. Do me the biggest favour bestie, by giving us a 5 star in Spotify & Apple podcast, and to other platforms you're listening to, follow our podcast, leave a comment, turn on notification ...
May 31, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 41
