I am Consciously Curious

In this episode, we explore the world of firearms with the owner and lead instructor of Archetype of the Gun. An all inclusive training house in Lincolnwood, Illinois from introduction courses to con…

In this episode, we revisit emergency medicine. Our next guest helped build UIC EMS in its infancy and has held a variety of positions in the industry. He is currently the Paramedic Program Director …

In this episode, Victoria shares her journey to becoming a wedding photographer. From learning photography in high school and second shooting a few weddings to finally making the leap to becoming a l…

In this episode, Maddie shares her experience gaining influence through social media over the last few years. She is a puppy expert, a canine nutrition and enrichment specialist, and overall a dog ne…

In this episode, Gabby Valdes returns as love and dating coach and Miao Zhang joins us as founder of the Chinese dating app, Meet Nine. The app’s core philosophy strives to shift the focus away from …

Our next guest was the beverage manager at Katana and Tao to name a few. Growing up in Turkey, she was fascinated with language at an early age which got her as far as a masters degree in Japanese ed…

In this episode, we’re at McDermott Law Group in Homewood, Illinois. We chat about the different areas of law they practice like criminal defense, DUIs, personal injury, and family law. We also learn…

In this episode, we chat with the black sheep of his family. He decides to leave medical school midway through to eventually pursue pizza. Although his future path wasn’t always clear, Derrick seems …

In this episode, we learn about the importance of side projects. Our next guest has gracefully executed many of them. From custom enamel pins to rep what you love to a brick and mortar coffee shop th…

In this episode, we learn about what it’s like being a financial advisor. From experiencing a rough start to realizing how he could be helping his clients, Eric recognized the true potential of life …

Our next guest was on track to becoming a professional golfer. Upon becoming a partner at a large insurance brokerage, he still felt like he wasn't fulfilling his calling. This led him to a spiritual…

In this episode, Ryan shares his journey into oriental medicine and breaks down the subtleties behind it. It’s an exciting time for the industry as technology is constantly improving and the public p…

Got a special episode today. Four of my team members share their experiences of applying to medical school. From managing coursework, jobs, research, and a personal life to the MCAT, there's a little…

In this episode, Jason returns to share a side of life outside of the restaurant industry. He shares where he developed his mantra of “fighting dirty.” From being bullied as a child to not taking shi…

Our next guest has been playing the violin for 25 years! She’s worked with Yo-Yo Ma, Vic Mensa, Chance the Rapper, and so many more. You can find her performing at clubs around the city as well as te…

In this episode, we gain insight into the world of flight medicine with part of the team from Lifestar. They share their journeys into emergency medicine as well as their beginnings in flight medicin…

In this episode, we dive into the world of love and dating. Gabby shares how her experiences as a preschool teacher, behavioral therapist, and project manager has led her down the path of life coachi…

Our next guest is one of the most down to earth human beings I know. We met as fresh EMTs on the ambulance back in 2012. We talk about his journey through emergency medicine and how his attention to …