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Awakened Anesthetist

by Mary Jeanne, Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant · English · Business

This podcast is for Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants, AA students, and anyone hoping to become one. As a CAA, I know how difficult it can be to find guidance that truly reflects our unique perspective. I created Awakened Anesthetist to be the supportive community of CAAs I needed on my own jour

New episodes: Every two weeks
Typical length: 40 min
Latest: 1 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

1 Oct 2026 · 28 min

MJ Life Update: Mid Crash Out

Hello Awakened Anesthetist Community! I'm baaack for a sec. This episode was recorded September 25th, 2026 and I was mid crash out from beginning my Doctorate in Healthcare Education. This doctorate is AMAZING, but totally sending me into an existential crisis. I love hearing about others' messy middle of the growth process, and it wouldn't be Awakened Anesthetist Podcast if I didn't share mine too. Hope this comforts and inspires anyone in the midst of their own uplevel. I'm currently ...

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S5 · E95 · 21 Aug 2026 · 31 min
Pre-AA to CAA [PROCESS] Part 4. Britton Finishes First Year of AA School
This new take on the PROCESS series is at the core of what I love to share, the messy middle. What if you could witness the making of a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant in real time, not as a polished highlight reel, but as it is actually unfolding? In all things, I care far less about the end result and far more about who you are in the becoming. This Pre-AA to CAA PROCESS series follows Britton Robinson as her journey unfolds from 2024 through 2028, an ongoing conversation that captures...
S5 · E94 · 7 Aug 2026 · 40 min
Enhance CAA Advocacy Efforts with V.O.I.C.E. ft. Adrienne Evans
Curious what it actually takes to change hearts and minds when advocating for the CAA profession? Turns out, advocacy is a skill like anything else in this field, and it starts with the right mental model. Whether you're a practicing CAA facing pushback in the OR, an AA student finding your voice online, or a pre-AA just starting to understand our profession's fight for recognition, this episode gives you a framework you can actually use. In this episode I sit down with Adrienne Evans, SLP-tu...
S5 · E93 · 7 Jul 2026 · 28 min
Pre-AA to CAA [PROCESS] Part 3. Britton's Dream Acceptance, White Coat and Classes Begin
This new take on the PROCESS series is at the core of what I love to share, the messy middle. What if you could witness the making of a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant in real time, not as a polished highlight reel, but as it is actually unfolding? In all things, I care far less about the end result and far more about who you are in the becoming. This Pre-AA to CAA PROCESS series follows Britton Robinson as her journey unfolds from 2024 through 2028, an ongoing conversation that captures...
S5 · E92 · 14 May 2026 · 44 min
Your Dreams Are Closer Than You Think | Season 5 Finale LIVE @ AAAA 2026 ft. AAAA President Emily Mycyk
The 2026 AAAA* President had a marketing undergrad degree, years in hospitality as a bartender, one EMT night class, and a long stretch of prerequisites. This might not sound like the “perfect” route into the CAA profession, but it can be the exact training ground to build a great CAA and an even better leader. We recorded this LIVE Season 5 Finale on April 10th, 2026 from the AAAA National Conference main stage (my podcasting dream come true). It also ended up being one of my favorite conver...
S5 · E91 · 18 Mar 2026 · 49 min
2025 AAAA Diversity Scholarship Winners On Code Switching and Belonging [AA STUDENT PROCESS]
In this AA student PROCESS episode, I sit down with 2025 AAAA Diversity Scholarship winners Brashe' Webster and Lindsey Glenn to tell the truth about underrepresentation, code switching, and what it costs to “perform” in the OR. We talk through access, mentorship, program fit, and the practical questions pre-AAs can ask so they choose AA school with their eyes open. Follow Lindsey Linkedin or [email protected] Follow Brashe' Linkedin or [email protected] Key Links 2024 Scholarship Wi...
S5 · E90 · 27 Feb 2026 · 24 min
Pre-AA to CAA [PROCESS] Part 2. Britton's First Interview, an Acceptance and the Waiting Continues
This new take on the PROCESS series is at the core of what I love to share, the messy middle. What if you could witness the making of a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant in real time, not as a polished highlight reel, but as it is actually unfolding? In all things, I care far less about the end result and far more about who you are in the becoming. This Pre-AA to CAA PROCESS series follows Britton Robinson as her journey unfolds from 2024 through 2028, an ongoing conversation that captures...
S5 · E89 · 18 Feb 2026 · 31 min
Pre-AA to CAA [PROCESS] Part 1. Meet Britton, Pre-reqs, Application ft. Britton Robinson
This new take on the PROCESS series is at the core of what I love to share, the messy middle. What if you could witness the making of a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant in real time, not as a polished highlight reel, but as it is actually unfolding? In all things, I care far less about the end result and far more about who you are in the becoming. This Pre-AA to CAA PROCESS series follows Britton Robinson as her journey unfolds from 2024 through 2028, an ongoing conversation that captures...
S5 · E88 · 30 Jan 2026 · 1 hr 4 min
[PROCESS] Making the Right Call ft. CAA + Professional Referee Genesis Perrymond
I am thrilled to introduce, Genesis Perrymond, a practicing Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant and professional referee?!?! (think NBA) If you are in this CAA community and have been looking for inspiration to pursue your own very niche dream, then you have come to the right place! Lean in because this is the PROCESS of Genesis Perrymond. Connect with Genesis A HUGE Thank You to my Season 5 PROCESS sponsor, Harmony Anesthesia Staffing. Harmony is CAA-owned, clinician-forward, an...
S5 · E87 · 23 Jan 2026 · 41 min
CAA Millionaire’s 2025 Financial Review and Pursuit of Enough
Ever wonder how a “rich life” as a CAA millionaire really looks? In this 2025 financial transparency episode, Mary Jeanne pulls back the drape and breaks down her CAA income vs her entrepreneurial income, and choosing time over her desire for more. She shares every detail on where her money goes and how she is a millionaire but still left 2025 in the red. This is real numbers, real talk and I hope you leave feeling seen. Mentioned in the episode: @hallease.mp4@caalifestyle@anesthesia_an...
S5 · E86 · 16 Jan 2026 · 39 min
Enneagram for CAAs ft. Dr. Jodi Jackson | Wellness Wednesday
START HERE -> 2-part FREE Enneagram Test Whether you are new or old to the Enneagram, I am honored to introduce you to Certified Enneagram Teacher and my personal mentor, Dr. Jodi Jackson. CAAs, have you ever searched for wellness resources that truly understand what it means to be a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant? You're not alone. Wellness Wednesday are candid conversations about the unique challenges and opportunities facing CAAs in their pursuit of sustainable wellbeing. Wh...
S5 · E85 · 12 Dec 2025 · 41 min
True Life: I Have OCD ft. The Awakened Anesthetist
Episode best if WATCHED on YouTube ;) In this much anticipated episode, I finally open up about my lifetime battle with OCD. How its devastation shifted from childhood "just right" rituals to religious and sexuality obsessions to relationship OCD, and how naming it led to therapy, medication, and a gentler way to live. I share the tools that helped and why this CAA community matters so much to me. Resources from this episode: When are intrusive thoughts normal vs abnormal: A short blog a...
S5 · E84 · 3 Dec 2025 · 31 min
Neuroplasticity for Compassionate Care | Wellness Wednesdays
What if the most powerful tool you carry into patient care isn’t a device or a protocol, but the way your brain has been trained to pay attention? I sit down with one of my mentors, Dr. Cassie Ferguson, pediatric emergency physician, medical educator, and architect of The Good Doctor well‑being curricula, to unpack how neuroplasticity, mindfulness, and self‑compassion can make medicine more humane and more sustainable. CAAs, have you ever searched for wellness resources that truly under...
S5 · E83 · 28 Nov 2025 · 30 min
[Your Complete Guide to Understanding Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants] Pt. 6 POV: CAA Hosting a Shadower
Curious about what it truly means to be a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA)? You're in the right place! From nearly two decades of experience, I share a clear and comprehensive breakdown of the CAA profession. Think of me as your older sister or best friend, guiding you step-by-step through the essentials—from what CAAs actually do to how much money we make, no topic is off limits. Whether you're an aspiring AA student or simply exploring a career in medicine, this guide equips you w...
S5 · E82 · 21 Nov 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
[PROCESS] CAAs Can Rewrite The Rules Of Work with Harmony Founder, Rad Zamani, CAA
A denied $10 raise shouldn’t define a career, but it can redefine one. When Rad hit a wall advocating for fair market pay, he realized the problem wasn’t personal, it was structural. So he built leverage instead of waiting for permission, and Harmony Anesthesia Staffing was born. Connect with Rad [email protected] Great Resource HERE to understand all the terms in this episode (1099, W2, Locums, etc) A HUGE 'Thank You' to the Season 5 PROCESS sponsor, Harmony Anesthesia Staffing...
S5 · E81 · 14 Nov 2025 · 55 min
[Your Complete Guide to Understanding Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants] Pt. 5 How To Land + Leverage Those Darn Shadowing Hours
Curious about what it truly means to be a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA)? You're in the right place! From nearly two decades of experience, I share a clear and comprehensive breakdown of the CAA profession. Think of me as your older sister or best friend, guiding you step-by-step through the essentials—from what CAAs actually do to how much money we make, no topic is off limits. Whether you're an aspiring AA student or simply exploring a career in medicine, this guide equips you w...
S5 · E80 · 29 Oct 2025 · 19 min
3 Undetectable Ways to Regulate in the OR | Wellness Wednesdays
***@ 14:42 my podcast software thinks "voo-ing is a "removable background noise" so this episode may be best experienced on YouTube Have you ever searched for wellness resources that truly understand what it means to be a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant? You're not alone. Wellness Wednesday are candid conversations about the unique challenges and opportunities facing CAAs in their pursuit of sustainable wellbeing. In this episode I relate how OR life can jack your nervous system into ove...
S5 · E79 · 17 Oct 2025 · 57 min
[PROCESS] Walking Through the Fire with author Kate Novinc, CAA
In this episode, we trace Kate’s path from engineering to CAA, the messy middle of finding her voice, and the work of turning loss into a children's book about anesthesia. Along the way, we unpack her New Mexico CAA advocacy journey and what it means to live by design. Hear Kate's CAA story and be expanded in this Season 5 PROCESS episode. and a HUGE Thank YOU to our Season 5 PROCESS sponsor, Harmony Anesthesia Staffing. Harmony is CAA-owned, clinician-forward, and leading the way in the CAA ...
S5 · E78 · 1 Oct 2025 · 22 min
You Can't Do Everything | Wellness Wednesdays
Have you ever searched for wellness resources that truly understand what it means to be a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant? You're not alone. Wellness Wednesday are candid conversations about the unique challenges and opportunities facing CAAs in their pursuit of sustainable wellbeing. In this episode, we discuss the quiet tug-of-war between boundless ambition and a life that actually feels good (especially for high-achieving CAAs, SAAs, and pre-AAs trained to do more, faster, and better)...
S5 · E77 · 26 Sep 2025 · 1 hr 8 min
[PROCESS] Pom-Poms & Propofol: Defying Stereotypes in Anesthesia ft. Brooke Ferris, CAA
What happens when you refuse to choose between two seemingly opposite dreams? Brooke Ferris, CAA knows firsthand. As both a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant and a six-season veteran of the Atlanta Falcons cheerleading squad, she's lived in two worlds that many insisted couldn't coexist. Hear her story and be expanded in this Season 5 PROCESS premiere. A HUGE 'Thank You' to the Season 5 PROCESS sponsor, Harmony Anesthesia Staffing. Harmony is CAA-owned, clinician-forward, and leading the w...
S5 · E76 · 17 Sep 2025 · 19 min
Finding Yourself in CAA Wellness | Wellness Wednesdays
Have you ever searched for wellness resources that truly understand what it means to be a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant? You're not alone. Wellness Wednesday debuts with a candid conversation about the unique challenges and opportunities facing CAAs in their pursuit of sustainable wellbeing. As I share my personal journey from burnout to balance, I reveal how my frustration with the lack of CAA-specific wellness resources became the catalyst for creating what our profession desperately...
S5 · E75 · 12 Sep 2025 · 35 min
Season 5 Premiere | CAA Life by Design (an update)
Can you believe we are starting the 5th season?! I am honored to host the first ever podcast for the CAA community, thanks for being! If you want more, listen to my 3 original PROCESS episodes to hear all the nitty gritty details of my journey. [PROCESS] Part 1/3. My Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant Journey from Full-Time to Part-Time[PROCESS] Pt 2/3. My Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant Journey from Full-Time to Part-Time[PROCESS] That time I got fired. Pt. 3/3 My Certified Anesthesio...
S5 · E74 · 5 Sep 2025 · 4 min
Season 5 Unlocked
yayayay! Season 5 of Awakened Anesthetist podcast launches September 12th with exciting new features including YouTube videos and a dedicated website. The upcoming season showcases extraordinary CAAs breaking boundaries as professional athletes, entrepreneurs, educators, and content creators, along with CAA-centered wellness episodes for a nervous system reset without all the fluff. In the meantime check out my new website awakenedanesthetist.com. You will find a link to all 70+ back episodes...
S4 · E73 · 25 Jun 2025 · 16 min
Summer Check-in + 2 Announcements!
During this mid summer break check-in I announce the launch of CAA Matters, the first comprehensive professional development and wellness curriculum designed specifically for the Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant profession. After years of development, I'm piloting the program with 4 NSU AA programs and expanding offerings to both AA programs and Pre-Anesthesiologist Assistant students. In this episode: Discovering almost no research or resources existed for CAA wellnessTeaching a pilot pr...
S4 · E72 · 18 Apr 2025 · 55 min
LIVE Season 4 Finale @ AAAA 2025: [PROCESS] The AAAA Presidency and a Life by Design with Nicole Moore, CAA
Nicole Moore, Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant and 2025 AAAA* President, shares her journey from discovering the CAA profession through a Google search to becoming a pivotal leader in CAA advocacy and education. *American Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants In this LIVE Season 4 Finale recorded @ AAAA 2025 you will hear how Nicole: Balances full-time clinical practice with AAAA presidency through an intentionally designed scheduleDiscovered the CAA profession while questioning whether ...
S4 · E71 · 14 Mar 2025 · 41 min
Want a New Job? A Deep Dive with LocumTenens.com
Are you a CAA looking for a new job? Discover how Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants (CAAs) can revolutionize their careers with the growing number of locums opportunities. I sit down again with Sabrina Strange from LocumTenens.com to break down the exact process to land your dream job. In this episode we discuss: common fears surrounding locums workthe paperwork involved: state CAA licenses and hospital credentialing the money, including pay rates and travel arrangementshow to make y...
S4 · E70 · 3 Mar 2025 · 51 min
[PROCESS] Listening to Life's Whispers: A Journey of Passion and Persistence ft. Yulanda Greene, CAA
Step into the world of Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants with Yulanda Greene as she shares her remarkable PROCESS to become a prominent CAA educator and leader. As the 2025 president of the Georgia Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants, Yulanda passionately advocates for the profession while offering insight into the challenges and rewards of her career path. In this PROCESS interview, Yulanda shares the little nudges and whispers life gave her to keep advancing her career while remainin...
S4 · E69 · 31 Jan 2025 · 58 min
Your Complete Guide to Understanding Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants Pt. 4 How Much Do CAAs Make?
Curious about what it truly means to be a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA)? You're in the right place! From nearly two decades of experience, I share a clear and comprehensive breakdown of the CAA profession. Think of me as your older sister or best friend, guiding you step-by-step through the essentials—from what CAAs actually do to how much money we make, no topic is off limits. Whether you're an aspiring AA student or simply exploring a career in medicine, this guide equips you w...
S4 · E68 · 24 Jan 2025 · 26 min
2025 Life Update: Embracing Intentional Breaks for Fulfillment
Reflecting on recent experiences, I share how taking an intentional break has rejuvenated my commitment to living life by my design. From unexpected snow days to exciting new projects like CAA Matters, this episode emphasizes the importance of balance and self-care in both personal and professional realms. In this episode I talk about: • Personal update on podcast winter break and family time • The impact of taking intentional time off • Navigating disruptions and embracin...
S4 · E67 · 9 Dec 2024 · 56 min
[PROCESS] Her Untold Path to Empowerment and Influence ft. Chabely Rodrigez, CAA
Get to know Chabely Rodriguez, a trailblazing Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant and social media influencer. As a first-generation Mexican-American woman, Chabely's story is one of resilience and triumph over adversity. Her story highlights not just the allure of financial stability, but also the profound impact of connecting with underrepresented groups who aspire to follow in her footsteps. From maintaining a healthy work-life balance to setting realistic expectations in content creation...

About Awakened Anesthetist

Awakened Anesthetist is a English business podcast from Mary Jeanne, Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: Mary Jeanne, Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant
Language: English
Category: Business
New episodes: Every two weeks
Typical length: 40 min
Latest episode: 1 Oct 2026
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