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This Is Woman's Work with Nicole Kalil


1 How To Pitch Yourself (And Get A Yes) | 300 27:52
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We made it— 300 episodes of This Is Woman’s Work ! And we’re marking this milestone by giving you something that could seriously change the game in your business or career: the skill of pitching yourself effectively. Whether you’re dreaming of being a podcast guest, landing a speaking gig, signing a client, or just asking for what you want with confidence—you’re already pitching yourself, every day. But are you doing it well? In this milestone episode, Nicole breaks down exactly how to pitch yourself to be a podcast guest … and actually hear “yes.” With hundreds of pitches landing in her inbox each month, she shares what makes a guest stand out (or get deleted), the biggest mistakes people make, and why podcast guesting is still one of the most powerful ways to grow your reach, authority, and influence. In This Episode, We Cover: ✅ Why we all need to pitch ourselves—and how to do it without feeling gross ✅ The step-by-step process for landing guest spots on podcasts (and more) ✅ A breakdown of the 3 podcast levels: Practice, Peer, and A-List—and how to approach each ✅ The must-haves of a successful podcast pitch (including real examples) ✅ How to craft a pitch that gets read, gets remembered, and gets results Whether you’re new to pitching or want to level up your game, this episode gives you the exact strategy Nicole and her team use to land guest spots on dozens of podcasts every year. Because your voice deserves to be heard. And the world needs what only you can bring. 🎁 Get the FREE Podcast Pitch Checklist + Additional Information on your Practice Group, Peer Group, and A-List Group Strategies: https://nicolekalil.com/podcast 📥 Download The Podcast Pitch Checklist Here Related Podcast Episodes: Shameless and Strategic: How to Brag About Yourself with Tiffany Houser | 298 How To Write & Publish A Book with Michelle Savage | 279 How To Land Your TED Talk and Skyrocket Your Personal Brand with Ashley Stahl | 250 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…
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1 158 – Bradycardia and Pacemakers in Aging: What to Know 1:00:59
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Cardiologist Cara Pellegrini, MD, explains the causes and treatment of bradycardia (slow heart rate), including when to consider a pacemaker and what to know about different pacemakers.

1 157 – High Blood Pressure in Aging: When to Treat & Why It Matters 38:43
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Dr. K explains what blood pressure numbers really mean, what’s normal BP in older adults and what’s considered too high, why managing hypertension is important, and what BP to aim for.

1 156 – Methylcobalamin vs Cyanocobalamin: Which Vitamin B12 is Best? 19:00
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Dr. K explains methylcobalamin vs cyanocobalamin, when it comes to treating vitamin B12 deficiency. Learn which type of Vitamin B12 supplement to take and why.

1 155 – Vitamin B12 Deficiency in Aging: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment 30:29
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Dr. K explains how older adults can detect, treat, and prevent vitamin B12 deficiency, a common problem that can affect nerve function, red blood cells and brain function.

1 154 – Protein, Metabolism & Aging: Nutrition Tips for Longevity 45:32
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Dr. K discusses nutrition in aging and breaks down the key components of a diet that supports healthy aging and metabolic health. She also covers protein, vitamins and supplements, malnutrition, and what to do if you're concerned about frailty or sarcopenia (muscle loss).

1 153 – Heart Failure in Aging: Symptoms, Types, and Treatments 1:09:14
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Dr. K talks with cardiologist Cara Pellegrini, MD, to discuss the key aspects of heart failure, including its types (congestive, systolic, diastolic, HFrEF, and HFpEF), causes, symptoms, and treatment options. They also cover special considerations for frail older adults, heart failure and end of life issues, and much more.…

1 152 – Inside Alzheimer’s Research: New Medications and Innovative Care 59:54
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Dr. K speaks with Alzheimer’s expert Jason Karlawish, MD, about the new anti-amyloid Alzheimer’s medications lecanemab (Leqembi) and donanemab (Kisunla). They discuss how biomarkers have changed diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease, how well these new drugs work, and much more.

1 151 – How Memory Medications Like Donepezil and Memantine Work 30:54
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Dr. K explains the drugs most often used for Alzheimer's & dementia, including donepezil, memantine, rivastigmine, and galantamine (Aricept, Namenda, Exelon, and Razadyne). She covers how well they work and common side-effects, along with other important ways to treat Alzheimer's.

1 150 - Caring for UTIs in Alzheimer's, Dementia and Nursing Homes 39:56
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Dr. K talks again with guest expert Chrissy Kistler, MD, about urinary tract infections (UTIs) in aging, this time with a focus on UTIs in memory loss, Alzheimer's, dementia, and also in nursing homes. Learn why UTIs are especially challenging in these older adults, plus more on prevention, symptoms and treatment.…

1 149 – UTIs in Older Adults: Symptoms & Prevention 52:13
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Dr. K talks with guest expert Chrissy Kistler, MD, about urinary tract infections (UTIs) in aging, including symptoms, prevention, and treatment. They also discuss colonized bladders, the relationship between UTIs and confusion, when antibiotics might not be needed, and much more.
Dr. K explains how to plan for aging and what to do today, to avoid common aging problems she routinely sees families struggling with. Learn how to prevent and delay common problems, and how to plan for your own more successful aging. She also covers the most common pathways at the end of life, and how to retain quality of life despite challenges.…

1 147 – Essential Parts of Medicare & Open Enrollment 46:21
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Geriatric social worker Michelle Allen explains how the parts of Medicare (A, B, C, D) work and whether to consider Medicare Advantage. Plus what to do during Medicare Open Enrollment.

1 146 – Atrial Fibrillation in Older Adults: Watchman, Medications & Other Treatment Options 58:25
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Dr. Kernisan talks with Dr. Cara Pellegrini, an expert in cardiac electrophysiology, to discuss what older adults should know about atrial fibrillation (afib), including its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. They also discuss blood-thinners, the newer Watchman procedure, and special considerations when there is frailty or Alzheimer's.…
Geriatrician Dr. Kernisan provides an update on COVID & explains the 2024 vaccines for the three respiratory viruses likely to be very active this fall and winter.

1 143 – Unsafe Driving in Aging: What to Know & Do 42:23
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Dr. K explains what to know and what to do if you're concerned about unsafe driving in an older adult, including when driving should stop and what to know if you're dealing with Alzheimer's or a related type of dementia. Plus how to make driving safer for all older adults.
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Dr. K covers why vitamin D is important, what the research shows about optimal blood levels, and what daily dose seems to be best for aging adults. She also covers the latest research suggesting high doses of vitamin D can be risky in aging, and what health benefits to expect from vitamin D.
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1 141 – 4 Most Common Types of Dementia in Aging 54:53
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Dr. K explains the most common types of dementia in older adults, including Alzheimer's, Lewy body, vascular, and mixed. She also covers less common types, when to get more diagnosis, and more.
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Dr. K explains the 4 types of exercise that help older adults maintain independence and mobility, and which ones prevent falls & frailty. She also covers protein intake, how to exercise when there's Alzheimer's, avoiding injuries and more.
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1 139 – How to Treat Mild Cognitive Impairment 49:50
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Dr. K explains mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and discusses scientifically tested approaches to treating this memory condition, including the role of medications, supplements, hearing support, Leqembi and more.
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1 138 – How to Promote Brain Health & Memory in Aging 1:16:02
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Dr. Kernisan covers the best ways to promote brain health and prevent cognitive decline in aging. Learn which approaches geriatricians find most effective, plus which vitamins and supplements are likely to help. Dr. K also covers emotional well-being in aging, and how this affects cognitive health.
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1 137 - Aging Life Care (and Geriatric Care Managers) Explained: Who They Are & How They Help 41:40
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Dr. Kernisan & Michelle Allen, LCSW, explain how Aging Life Care Professionals (also known as geriatric care managers) help older adults and their families.
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1 136 - 8 Things Doctors Should Check After a Fall 18:13
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Dr. K explains 8 things health providers should check after an older person falls, to prevent future dangerous falls in aging.
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Dr. Kernisan & geriatric care manager Michelle explain options for paying for senior care, including for aging in place, residential facilities, memory care & more.
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1 134 – COVID & Aging August 2023 Update: Staying Safe, Boosters & More 40:59
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Dr. K covers the recent rise in COVID, the new variant, and the upcoming booster. Plus FAQs such as whether to get boosted now or wait.
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1 133 – COVID Summer 2023 News Update for Aging Adults 46:58
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Dr. K covers the latest on COVID in the US now, how to follow COVID levels, updates on COVID boosters, how to know if you still should take precautions, tips on staying safe for the summer, and more.
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