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Stuck In The House

Serina Krawczyk

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We're stuck inside the house and you probably are too. No filter free for all comedy zone. Everyday topics of everyday life and down the rabbit hole we go. Let's be bored and laugh together while we're stuck in the house being couch bums.
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Being an eye doctor makes life easy, right? Not so fast. Join us as we uncover our lives as healthcare professionals. In each episode, you will face reality and vulnerability. You’ll hear how to manage your wellbeing, culture, and physical and mental health. You’ll also navigate self-improvement and professional development, all while uncovering innovation in patient care from experts in our healthcare system. Let’s do this while keeping it “real” and authentic. Hosted by Dr. Meenal Agarwal, ...
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Monocyte

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Content Warning: Mental Health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is out there. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues and needs help, contact NAMI at 888-958-7150 Both a parody of, and homage to, classic series such as Star Trek, Buck Rogers, and Space:1999, Monocyte tells the st ...
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In this interview series, we give voice to LGBTQ elders in our midst who have precious stories to share. In living their lives, they have had front row seats to equality advances, declines, triumphs, and tragedies. PFLAG San Jose / Peninsula is providing a microphone and a platform so they can share their lives with us. We hope you enjoy listening!
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As a woman in the healthcare field, I’ve felt unheard and unseen on many levels. The healthcare industry has come a long way, but there’s still so much room to improve. Which is why I’m so excited to welcome our guest, Dr. Ukti Vora. Ukti is a fellow optometrist and podcaster - her fantastic show is Nerdy Optometrist. She also has her MBA and is a …
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Screen time is affecting everyone - including adults and children. It’s taking over our entire lives. When is enough enough? In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers her perspective on screen time, including examples from the heavy screen usage she sees with her patients. Hear the startling stats about screen time and social media usage, the effec…
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Many of us have either had a concussion or know someone who has suffered one. But what exactly is a concussion, which healthcare professionals should you seek help from, and how can we treat them? Our guests, Dr. Patrick Quaid and Dr. Bruce Lidkea, are Optometrists with Fellowships in Neuro-Rehab. Hear the symptoms of a concussion, how concussions …
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We are the sandwich generation. And we’re struggling caring for our aging parents AND growing children - not to mention work and everything else in life. In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers her everyday life in the sandwich generation, and how she’s working to manage stress for her mental health. Hear why the sandwich generation is so stresse…
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We need to normalize educating and talking about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). It’s widespread and the most common cause of infertility. It affects a woman’s entire life and predisposes women to insulin resistance, obesity, and cardiovascular problems. Eventually, the stress of dealing with physical and hormonal changes can lead to mental healt…
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Is kindness on its way out? Kindness is all about being generous and considerate. Lack of kindness can lead to an entitled generation - and this is happening in the healthcare industry, too. In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers the startling lack of kindness we see every day - in the healthcare profession, with our kids at school, and beyond. …
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Medications, vitamins, and supplements. How do you know what to take, when to take it, and how much to take? Our guest, Serina Hanlon, is a Compounding Pharmacist and Owner of The Pharmacy Lab in Toronto, which focuses on wellness. Hear how to know which supplements are the best, the benefits of key vitamins, your options if you have trouble taking…
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It’s 2024. Why are women still struggling to achieve the same status, positions, and treatment as men? In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers her experience achieving success, but still facing the challenges women have run into for years. Hear why women tend to be treated differently in a professional setting, the characteristics that helped Dr.…
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The skin around your eyes is some of the most delicate skin in your entire body. Be careful what products you expose it to. Our guest, Dr. Diane Hilal-Campo, is an ophthalmologist in New Jersey. After spending decades treating female patients struggling with dry eye and other painful conditions caused by makeup and beauty treatments, she developed …
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Is it bad to take your health into your own hands? In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers why it’s okay to do so - and why it’s even okay to rely on Dr. Google sometimes. Hear the times we need to take our health into our own hands, what to do when there are huge lines at the doctor, what health topics are okay to google, stories from Dr. Meenal…
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At some point, pain seems to take over our lives, our wellbeing, and eventually our mental health. There are so many different types of pain. Where does it all come from? Our guest, Dr. Pawan Sabharwal, is a Chiropractor in Toronto and Owner of My Chiro Mobility. He’s devoted his professional career to improve the quality of life in his patients th…
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From Palm Springs, CA, and a Palm Springs City Council member, meet Lisa Middleton, a transgender woman in her early 70s who has led an inspiring and varied life with no signs of slowing down. Holding high-level corporate positions before stepping into local politics, Lisa is currently a candidate for the CA State Senate representing Riverside and …
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Rejection is something we've all faced our entire lives. It happens all the time. In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers her own journey with rejection and how she's learning to flip it on its head. Hear why rejection can be such a motivator, why it gets so ingrained in us, how to find a positive interpretation of rejection, how to focus your en…
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A lot of our achievements come later in life than we might expect. Why is that? Does it have to do with the sacrifices we make earlier in life? Our guest, Dr. Rana Taji, is the Owner of Toronto Medical Eye Associates. She is a lecturer, consultant, and a supervisor for student doctors. Hear why we make so many advancements in our 40s vs. 20s, the c…
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You never know what “invisible” mental health considerations a stranger might have. They might even be going through the same things you are. In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers her recent flight - the first flight she’s taken by herself in 8 years. As you can imagine, the nerves and stress level were pretty high. But you never know who may b…
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Skin is the largest organ in our body. It protects our wellbeing. And we should protect it. Our guest, Dr. Malika Ladha, is a double board-certified and fellowship-trained dermatologist. She practices medical and aesthetic dermatology in Toronto, and has an interest in skin of colour. Hear some best practices for skin care, the importance of sunscr…
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Guilt is one of the biggest things that hits us as healthcare providers and parents. It can affect your mental health and wellbeing. If you’re not careful, it can consume your life. But should guilt really carry that much weight? In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers her own journey with guilt, including feelings of guilt at her practice, at ho…
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Cancer is one of the scariest words in the world. If you or someone close to you has been diagnosed with it, you surely have endless questions and emotions about what the future will look like. Our guest, Shelyna Khalfan, is a breast cancer thriver, Certified Cancer Journey Coach, and a Registered Occupational Therapist. She works with cancer patie…
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Your name is your identity. It’s what you write down on every form. It’s what your family, friends, co-workers, patients, and even strangers call you. But what should you do when people mispronounce your name or you feel you have to change your name? In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers her own journey, when her name was mispronounced. That ga…
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Self-esteem, wellbeing, and body image are things we all struggle with. For me, it was those Coke bottle glasses and being called “four eyes.” Our guest, Dr. Rhonda Kerzner, is an Optometric Director at a Laser Eye Center in Toronto who helped me with my LASIK journey. Hear the reasons to consider LASIK surgery, why you might not be a candidate, wh…
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Anxiety is something most of us feel but don't recognize. In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers her own struggle with anxiety and what her anxiety attack felt like. She shares the Top 3 ways that helped her manage her wellbeing. Hear how to set boundaries, remove toxic people from your life, practice self-compassion, and why you can’t forget ab…
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Are you tired of trying to eat healthy and it’s just not working? You’re still exhausted, unable to sleep, not achieving your weight loss goals, and on top of that, your blood sugars are high. Our guest, Anar Allidina, is a Registered Dietician who specializes in helping people struggling with insulin resistance - including prediabetes and Type II …
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Join me and Dr. Nina Mafrici, a well-known Clinical Psychologist and Co-Founder of Toronto Psychology & Wellness Group (TPWG), as we take a dive into how behaviours have changed post-pandemic and are at their worst now. Let’s uncover why patients and doctors are frustrated, angry, and feel entitled. Is this affecting our healthcare system, our ment…
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Welcome to Uncover Your Eyes! In this intro solo episode, hear Host Dr. Meenal Agarwal uncover her journey to being an Expert Optometrist, Entrepreneur, and Mom of 3. You’ll hear the story behind the podcast, what to expect in future episodes, and why being a healthcare professional isn’t always easy. Join us as we uncover health, wellbeing, self-i…
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From Campbell, CA, meet Eileen Hamper. Born and raised in Ohio, Eileen talks about how it was to not know about her sexual orientation until she was 40 years old. Eileen talks about her growing-up years, her transition to California, how she met her longtime wife Bettie, and how she is currently loving retirement, which turned her loose to "tinker …
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Meet Marc Fuentes, a "young" senior. Marc, a native of Orange County, California is employed full-time in the Silicon Valley tech industry and has been with his partner Roger for 30 years - married first in a private church ceremony in 1995 and again in a legal ceremony in 2008. Marc describes himself as a "busy guy." Several days prior to this int…
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From Burlingame California, meet Serina Beauparlant. Serina talks about her east coast roots, and how she came to CA and found a career in educational publishing. A smart, funny, kind and enthusiastic woman, Serina is wife to Lisa and mom to Ella. She talks about her marriage and the steps to parenthood as well as providing a lived history regardin…
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From Geneva, Switzerland, meet Terry MacArthur. Terry talks about the many years he was a pastor, choirmaster and liturgy author and yet bound by a "don't ask, don't tell" environment around his true-self identity as a gay man. In his lifetime, for the most part, he has happily seen that type of castigation slip away. Terry has several practical an…
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Content Warning: Mental Health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is out there. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues and needs help, …
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Content Warning: Mental Health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is out there. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues and needs help, …
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Content Warning: Mental Health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is out there. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues and needs help, …
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Phineas Q Progress discovers the downside of being a "fan favorite".... Written by Nina Ki and Donaldson Cardenas Directed by Natividad Salgado Starring the voice talents of: Rae Hamilton-Vargo, Chris Davis, Serina Johnston*, Luis Bermudez, Andre Luc Martinez, Aryn Rozelle, and Rue Dickey Sound Design by Andrew Pond*. *Denotes EFCT Company Member S…
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Content Warning: Mental Health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is out there. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues and needs help, …
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Content Warning: Mental Health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is out there. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues and needs help, …
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Content Warning: Mental Health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is out there. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues and needs help, …
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Content Warning: Mental Health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is out there. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues and needs help, …
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Content Warning: Mental Health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is out there. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues and needs help, …
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Content Warning: Mental Health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is out there. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues and needs help, …
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Content Warning: Mental Health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is out there. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues and needs help, …
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Content Warning: Transphobic Microagressions, Mental Health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is out there. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 If you or someone you know is struggling with mental h…
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Content Warning: Mental Health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is out there. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues and needs help, …
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Content Warning: Mental Health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is out there. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues and needs help, …
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Content Warning: Mental Health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is out there. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues and needs help, …
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