Description

Imagine growing up in Australia, moving to the US, getting into the highly competitive medical school there at the world renowned Mayo Clinic, finishing and NOT becoming a practicing doctor! Today's guest is someone who's done exactly that: Dr Ryan Begley!

Both Chandra and I have known Ryan for years but never really known how he ended up with such a wide range of skills that he uses in his various roles in many start-ups. In this interview-sode, we discuss:

• What made Ryan try for medical school?
• Why did he NOT pursue a medical career?
• What exactly is consulting?
• The many differences between the US and Australia
• does he even listen to this podcast and much more!

Ryan is a bit of a recluse on the world of the internet and preferred to be contacted via us in case anything took your fancy. Please email us at podcast@photosbyraffy.com and we'll pass on a message.

Things mentioned in the podcast in no apparent order:

• Range by David Epstein - https://amzn.to/3pw6mJ8 - book mentioned by Ryan about NOT specialising
• Jordan Peele - Get Out- The annotated screenplay - https://amzn.to/3GiXttw - Ryan's example of how to study a screenplay and the decisions made by the director
• Oral B Genius Tooth Brush - https://amzn.to/3xXxfcI - Toothbrush with pressure sensing tech
• Chilipad sleep system - https://amzn.to/3DpVNMO - temperature control for better sleep
• Oura ring - https://ouraring.com/taf/b35ca2a188 - Best sleep and heart rate tracking device
• Weighted blankets - https://amzn.to/3ptXCmX - Sleep with a constant hug

Links to Raffy & Chandra's stuff

• Raffy's newsletter - Sunday Surprise - https://www.photosbyraffy.com/sunday
• Raffy's Instagram - Photos x Raffy - https://www.instragram.com/photosbyraffy
• Chandra's Instagram - Chandrashan - https://www.instagram.com/chandrashan

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