Morality Muscles, Midwest Chili, Medical Devices

Morality Muscles, Midwest Chili, Medical Devices

Author: Chris Gethard January 27, 2026 Duration: 1:08:47

A newly minted Doctor calls to talk about earning their PhD in medical devices, how they managed to end up in the middle of a red panda escape, and the small surprises that come with moving to the U.S. He and Geth talk about finishing a PhD when the future feels up in the air, the uneasy role of AI in health care, and why practicing tiny rebellions can help you show up when it really matters.

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