Hey amazing listeners! After 160+ episodes together, I want to make sure The Burnout Recovery Podcast is creating content that truly serves YOU in 2026.

Whether you're a healthcare professional, someone passionate about workplace wellbeing, or you just love practical strategies that work - your feedback will directly shape what you hear on this podcast.

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Connect with Dr Jo: 🌐 Website: drjobraid.com 📧 Instagram: @burnoutrecoverydr 💼 LinkedIn: /in/drjobraid

Thank you to our sponsors:

MIGA: https://miga.com.au

Heidi Health: https://heidihealth.com

Hey amazing listeners! After 160+ episodes together, I want to make sure The Burnout Recovery Podcast is creating content that truly serves YOU in 2026.
Whether you're a healthcare professional, someone passionate about workplace wellbeing, or you just love practical strategies that work - your feedback will directly shape what you hear on this podcast.
&nbsp;What's in it for you? ✨ One lucky respondent wins a $50 Amazon digital gift card ✨ Your input shapes future episodes, topics, and guests ✨ Takes just 2 minutes (seriously!) Ready to help?
👉 Take the survey: <a href="https://bit.ly/burnoutreview26">https://bit.ly/burnoutreview26</a>
Survey closes Wednesday 28th January 2026 at 11.59pm AEST- don't wait, do it now while you're thinking about it!
Thank you for being part of this incredible community. Y
our voice matters, and I can't wait to create even better content based on what you tell me.
Connect with Dr Jo: 🌐 Website: drjobraid.com 📧 Instagram: @burnoutrecoverydr 💼 LinkedIn: /in/drjobraid
Thank you to our sponsors:
MIGA: <a href="https://miga.com.au">https://miga.com.au</a>
Heidi Health: https://heidihealth.com

Welcome to The Burnout Recovery Podcast, where we're creating a global movement to keep healthcare professionals thriving in the careers they love.

I'm Dr Jo Braid, your host and The Burnout Recovery Doctor. Whether you're a med student just starting out, an allied health professional at the point of care, or a seasoned doctor feeling the weight of the system - this podcast is your lifeline back to sustainable practice.

Here's what I know: when one healthcare professional recovers from burnout and builds a sustainable career, the ripple effect reaches patients, families, colleagues, and communities around the world. That's the power of change where it matters most.

In each episode, you'll discover evidence-based strategies and real-world tools to not just survive healthcare, but to thrive in it. Because the world needs you healthy, energized, and passionate about the work that called you here in the first place.

This isn't just about individual recovery - it's about transforming healthcare from the inside out, one professional at a time.

Ready to be part of the solution? Let's dive in.

Welcome to The Burnout Recovery Podcast, where we're creating a global movement to keep healthcare professionals thriving in the careers they love.
I'm Dr Jo Braid, your host and The Burnout Recovery Doctor. Whether you're a med student just starting out, an allied health professional at the point of care, or a seasoned doctor feeling the weight of the system - this podcast is your lifeline back to sustainable practice.
Here's what I know: when one healthcare professional recovers from burnout and builds a sustainable career, the ripple effect reaches patients, families, colleagues, and communities around the world. That's the power of change where it matters most.
In each episode, you'll discover evidence-based strategies and real-world tools to not just survive healthcare, but to thrive in it. Because the world needs you healthy, energized, and passionate about the work that called you here in the first place.
This isn't just about individual recovery - it's about transforming healthcare from the inside out, one professional at a time.
Ready to be part of the solution? Let's dive in.

The Burnout Recovery Podcast

The Burnout Recovery podcast Mini Episode: Help Shape 2026 + Win $50! 

Welcome back to another episode of The Burnout Recovery Podcast! I'm absolutely delighted to share my conversation with Anthony Mennillo, Head of Claims and Legal Services at MIGA - Medical Insurance Group Australia, who has spent over two decades walking alongside doctors through their most challenging professional moments. As someone who has witnessed firsthand the devastating impact that medical complaints can have on our wellbeing - from junior doctors questioning if they'll ever be good enough, to seasoned consultants wondering if they've lost their purpose - Anthony brings both professional expertise and deeply personal insights to our conversation.

In this heartfelt discussion, Anthony opens up about his own burnout experience following an MS diagnosis, and how it transformed his approach to supporting healthcare professionals. You'll discover the comprehensive support that extends far beyond legal defence, including peer support networks and mental health resources that many doctors don't even know exist. Most importantly, Anthony shares two powerful, evidence-based strategies that can help prevent complaints before they happen: mastering the art of communication with our patients and colleagues, and prioritising our own wellbeing through professional support networks.

Whether you're a junior doctor feeling overwhelmed, a consultant navigating team dynamics, or anywhere in between, this conversation offers practical wisdom and gentle reminders that you're not alone in this journey. Join us as we explore how proactive self-care and authentic communication can not only protect our careers but also restore our sense of purpose in medicine.

Resources:
https://www.miga.com.au/ 
https://www.linkedin.com/company/migainsurance/ 
https://drjobraid.com 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjobraid

Thank you to our sponsors:
MIGA: https://miga.com.au & Heidi Health: https://heidihealth.com

 

Welcome back to another episode of The Burnout Recovery Podcast! I'm absolutely delighted to share my conversation with Anthony Mennillo, Head of Claims and Legal Services at MIGA - Medical Insurance Group Australia, who has spent over two decades walking alongside doctors through their most challenging professional moments. As someone who has witnessed firsthand the devastating impact that medical complaints can have on our wellbeing - from junior doctors questioning if they'll ever be good enough, to seasoned consultants wondering if they've lost their purpose - Anthony brings both professional expertise and deeply personal insights to our conversation.
In this heartfelt discussion, Anthony opens up about his own burnout experience following an MS diagnosis, and how it transformed his approach to supporting healthcare professionals. You'll discover the comprehensive support that extends far beyond legal defence, including peer support networks and mental health resources that many doctors don't even know exist. Most importantly, Anthony shares two powerful, evidence-based strategies that can help prevent complaints before they happen: mastering the art of communication with our patients and colleagues, and prioritising our own wellbeing through professional support networks.
Whether you're a junior doctor feeling overwhelmed, a consultant navigating team dynamics, or anywhere in between, this conversation offers practical wisdom and gentle reminders that you're not alone in this journey. Join us as we explore how proactive self-care and authentic communication can not only protect our careers but also restore our sense of purpose in medicine.
Resources: <a href="https://www.miga.com.au/">https://www.miga.com.au/</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/migainsurance/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/migainsurance/</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://drjobraid.com">https://drjobraid.com</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjobraid">https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjobraid</a>
Thank you to our sponsors: MIGA:&nbsp;<a href="https://miga.com.au/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://miga.com.au/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1768349583261000&amp;usg=AOvVaw36EJFvIDRqqkk0JjtC8kKz">https://miga.com.au</a> &amp; Heidi Health:&nbsp;<a href="https://heidihealth.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://heidihealth.com&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1768349583250000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1GJ6Bddrjwk7BwoZl0J8fR">https://heidihealth.com</a>
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Communication and Self-Care: Preventing Medical Complaints Before They Happen

What if the key to transforming your workplace culture isn't fixing what's broken, but amplifying what's already working?

In this episode, Dr. Jo Braid shares insights from her Stanford WellMD Director of Wellbeing Course and explores how Appreciative Inquiry can shift team dynamics from problem-focused to possibility-focused conversations. Drawing from real examples and research-backed strategies, you'll discover practical tools to start meetings differently, build stronger colleague relationships, and create positive change in your healthcare environment.

Learn the simple 3-Question Appreciative Check-in framework and discover how changing your first question can transform your work experience.

Join Dr. Braid as she shows you how focusing on strengths isn't just feel-good fluff—it's a powerful approach to reducing burnout and increasing engagement in healthcare teams.

Join the free Healthcare Leadership Hub: https://bit.ly/3LAIDqq 

Resources:
https://drjobraid.com
www.instagram.com/burnoutrecoverydr
www.linkedin.com/in/drjobraid

Thank you to our sponsors:
MIGA: https://miga.com.au & Heidi Health: https://heidihealth.com

What if the key to transforming your workplace culture isn't fixing what's broken, but amplifying what's already working?
In this episode, Dr. Jo Braid shares insights from her Stanford WellMD Director of Wellbeing Course and explores how Appreciative Inquiry can shift team dynamics from problem-focused to possibility-focused conversations. Drawing from real examples and research-backed strategies, you'll discover practical tools to start meetings differently, build stronger colleague relationships, and create positive change in your healthcare environment.
Learn the simple 3-Question Appreciative Check-in framework and discover how changing your first question can transform your work experience.
Join Dr. Braid as she shows you how focusing on strengths isn't just feel-good fluff&mdash;it's a powerful approach to reducing burnout and increasing engagement in healthcare teams.
Join the free Healthcare Leadership Hub: <a href="https://bit.ly/3LAIDqq">https://bit.ly/3LAIDqq</a>&nbsp;
Resources: https://drjobraid.com www.instagram.com/burnoutrecoverydr www.linkedin.com/in/drjobraid
Thank you to our sponsors: MIGA:&nbsp;<a href="https://miga.com.au/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://miga.com.au/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1768349583261000&amp;usg=AOvVaw36EJFvIDRqqkk0JjtC8kKz">https://miga.com.au</a> &amp; Heidi Health:&nbsp;<a href="https://heidihealth.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://heidihealth.com&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1768349583250000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1GJ6Bddrjwk7BwoZl0J8fR">https://heidihealth.com</a>

The Power of Appreciative Inquiry: Focus on What's Working

Feeling flat and unmotivated after what should have been a restorative break? You're not alone. In this episode, Dr. Jo explores the science behind post-holiday blues, including the role of dopamine crashes and why healthcare workers are particularly susceptible to this phenomenon. She shares practical, evidence-based strategies for gradual re-entry, maintaining holiday elements in daily routine, and resetting your dopamine baseline. Learn why these feelings are a normal neurobiological response and discover actionable steps to extend the benefits of your time off while being compassionate with yourself during the transition back to work.

Resources:
https://drjobraid.com
www.instagram.com/burnoutrecoverydr
www.linkedin.com/in/drjobraid

Thank you to our sponsors:
MIGA: https://miga.com.au & Heidi Health: https://heidihealth.com

Feeling flat and unmotivated after what should have been a restorative break? You're not alone. In this episode, Dr. Jo explores the science behind post-holiday blues, including the role of dopamine crashes and why healthcare workers are particularly susceptible to this phenomenon. She shares practical, evidence-based strategies for gradual re-entry, maintaining holiday elements in daily routine, and resetting your dopamine baseline. Learn why these feelings are a normal neurobiological response and discover actionable steps to extend the benefits of your time off while being compassionate with yourself during the transition back to work.
Resources: https://drjobraid.com www.instagram.com/burnoutrecoverydr www.linkedin.com/in/drjobraid
Thank you to our sponsors: MIGA:&nbsp;<a href="https://miga.com.au/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://miga.com.au/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1768349583261000&amp;usg=AOvVaw36EJFvIDRqqkk0JjtC8kKz">https://miga.com.au</a> &amp; Heidi Health:&nbsp;<a href="https://heidihealth.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://heidihealth.com&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1768349583250000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1GJ6Bddrjwk7BwoZl0J8fR">https://heidihealth.com</a>

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