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Tilt TalkTilt Talk Episode 9:Nursing at the Center of ICU MobilityIn this episode of Tilt Talk, host and ICU nurse Becky Rimert sits down with two experienced nurses from Allegheny General Hospital (AGH)—Michelle and Margie—to explore the critical role nurses play in verticalization and early mobility in the ICU.From bedside advocacy to real-time clinical decision-making, this conversation highlights how nurses drive safe mobility forward—even in high-acuity environments. Michelle and Margie share practical insights on workflow, teamwork, patient selection, and how nursing leadership directly impacts outcomes like strength, delirium reduction, and recovery trajectory.Whether you’re just starting an ICU mobility program or looking to take it to th...
2026-02-0933 minTilt TalkTilt Talk Episode 8 From Bedrest to Verticalization: Andrea’s Voice from the ICUFrom Bedrest to Verticalization: Andrea’s Voice from the ICUIn this powerful episode, we sit down with Andrea, a patient living with heart failure who joins us from the ICU while supported by a femoral intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP). From the unique perspective of someone navigating critical illness, Andrea shares what it’s really like to be in the ICU—confined to bed, surrounded by monitors, and facing uncertainty—while still finding moments of strength, dignity, and hope.Andrea also describes how verticalization using the VitalGo Total Lift Bed has played a meaningful role in her journey, helping her reconnec...
2026-01-1630 minTilt TalkTilt Talk Episode 7 – Awakening Potential: Verticalization in Neuro-Critical Care with Dr. DakakniEpisode 7 – Awakening Potential: Verticalization Therapy in Neuro-Critical Care with Dr. Tarek DakakniIn this episode of Tilt Talk, we’re joined by Dr. Tarek Dakakni, MD, FCCP, neurocritical care and vascular neurologist and Medical Director of Neurosciences at Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, to explore the intersection of neuroscience, critical care, and mobility.Dr. Dakakni defines Disorders of Consciousness (DoC) and discusses the physical and cognitive consequences of prolonged immobility, including deconditioning, secondary complications, and limited neurological stimulation. We examine why early, graded sensory input—particularly through upright positioning—is critical for promoting arousal, attention, and brain reorganization, while also supporti...
2026-01-0644 min
Talking All Things CardiopulmEpisode 107: From Residency to ICU innovation: Advancing Early Mobility & Verticalization with Jenna HightowerEarly mobility is not just a catch phrase. It’s activity that can change the trajectory of a patient’s condition, hospital stay and potentially life.Join me as we welcome Dr. Jenna Hightower, PT, DPT, CCS, critical care physical therapist, and CVP Emerging Leader award recipient. In this episode we learn about Jenna’s physical therapy journey and her evolution from an exercise physiologist in outpatient cardiac rehab to PT residency to her love and passion for the ICU setting. Jenna learned early in her career that she could make tremendous impact in the I...
2025-12-181h 07Tilt TalkTilt Talk Episode 6 (Guest Stephen Ramsey)🎙️ VitalGo’s Tilt Talk — Episode: Advancing ECMO Mobility: Inside the New ELSO Rehabilitation & Mobilization GuidelinesGuest: Dr. Stephen RamseyIn Part 2 of our special series with Dr. Stephen Ramsey, Tilt Talk explores one of the most significant recent advancements in critical care: the development of the ELSO ECMO Rehabilitation and Mobilization Guidelines. As a key contributor, Dr. Ramsey provides an insider’s look at how these landmark guidelines came together—and why they matter now more than ever.In this episode, we unpack: • The origin story of the guidelines...
2025-12-1139 minTilt TalkTilt Talk Episode 5 (guest Stephen Ramsey)🎙️ VitalGo’s Tilt Talk — Episode: The Ramsey Protocol for Safe Ambulation of Femoral IABP PatientsGuest: Dr. Stephen RamseyIn this powerful and highly practical episode of Tilt Talk, we sit down with Dr. Stephen Ramsey—the driving force behind what is now widely known as The Ramsey Protocol for the safe and progressive ambulation of patients supported by femoral Intra-aortic Balloon Pumps (IABPs).Dr. Ramsey takes us on a journey from the early days of the protocol’s development to its current use across leading cardiovascular units. We exp...
2025-12-0239 minTilt TalkTilt Talk Episode 4 (guest Kali Dayton)🎙️ Tilt Talk – Episode 4: with Kali DaytonIn this inspiring episode of Tilt Talk, host Jenna Hightower sits down with Kali Dayton, founder of the acclaimed podcast Walking Home from the ICU, to explore the transformative power of verticalization therapy in critical care.Together, Jenna and Kali unpack the cultural, clinical, and emotional barriers that keep ICU patients immobilized and the ripple effects that change lives when we choose to stand them up instead. From real world patient stories to evidence-based insights, this conversation dives deep into the movement reshaping how we think about recovery, dignity, and the futur...
2025-11-0438 minTilt TalkTilt Talk Episode 3 (guest Ilija Klipa)Ilija Klipa has been with AHN since December 2018 and specializes in critical care/cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. His intensive care unit deals with a high volume of patients supported with mechanical circulatory devices, including VA-ECMO, percutaneous ventricular assist devices (pVADs), and intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABPs), that require prehabilitation to improve their qualification for advanced therapies including heart transplant and durable left ventricular assist devices.LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilija-klipa-3481a8264?utm_source=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=member_androidResources:Clinical management of the Impella 5.5 pumphttps://www.jhltonline.org/article/S1053-2498(25)02035-2/fulltextAmbulation in patients with peripheral...
2025-10-2358 min
Digital Social HourHarrison Hightower: From Pharmacy to CEO: My Bold Career Pivot | DSH #1510From pharmacy school to CEO! 🚀 Join Sean Kelly on the Digital Social Hour as he chats with Harrison Hightower about his bold career pivot, leaving pharmacy to start a thriving tutoring and test prep company. 🎓💡 Harrison shares his inspiring journey, how he overcame self-doubt, and the secrets to helping students achieve success on standardized tests like the ACT and SAT. 📚✨
This episode is packed with valuable insights into entrepreneurship, mentorship, and stepping outside your comfort zone to follow your true passion! 💪 Harrison also reveals how he’s empowering students to unlock their potential and transforming lives...
2025-08-2749 min
Digital Social HourHarrison Hightower: From Pharmacy to CEO: My Bold Career Pivot | DSH #1510From pharmacy school to CEO! 🚀 Join Sean Kelly on the Digital Social Hour as he chats with Harrison Hightower about his bold career pivot, leaving pharmacy to start a thriving tutoring and test prep company. 🎓💡 Harrison shares his inspiring journey, how he overcame self-doubt, and the secrets to helping students achieve success on standardized tests like the ACT and SAT. 📚✨
This episode is packed with valuable insights into entrepreneurship, mentorship, and stepping outside your comfort zone to follow your true passion! 💪 Harrison also reveals how he’s empowering students to unlock their potential and transforming lives...
2025-08-2746 minTilt TalkTilt Talk (Episode 2)In Episode 2 of Tilt Talk, we take the conversation further and dive into the real-world application of early mobility and verticalization therapy in today’s ICUs. Building on the foundation from Episode 1, we explore how hospitals are moving beyond theory and making verticalization the standard of care for their most complex patients.✨ What you’ll learn in Episode 2:The link between verticalization therapy and faster recovery timesCase examples from high-acuity patients on ECMO, ARDS, and mechanical supportWhy early mobility reduces complications, length of stay, and overall ICU costsThe challenges hospitals face—and how leaders are overcoming themWhether you’re a clinicia...
2025-08-261h 13Tilt TalkEpisode 1 ( A Verticalization Series by VitalGo)Welcome to the very first episode of Tilt Talk, the show where we dive deep into the world of verticalization therapy and explore how it’s changing critical care forever.In this episode, we introduce the concept behind Tilt Talk and discuss why the Total Lift Bed and verticalization are becoming the new standard of care in ICUs worldwide. From reducing complications in ECMO and ARDS patients to accelerating recovery and mobility, we’ll uncover the science, the stories, and the impact behind this breakthrough therapy.✨ What you’ll learn in Episode 1:What verticalization therapy really means for patients and clin...
2025-08-2639 min
Firehouse Radio PlayersEpisode 18 (December 1, 2024)In this episode: The cops of Badge Patrol seek a seasonal shoplifter; Dr. Destiny and Nurse Glenda exchange Christmas gifts; and Captain Fremulon teams up with Santa to stop an AI naughty and nice list run amok. Recorded live at Firehouse Theatre in Richmond, VA on December 1, 2024. Featuring Joey Bishop; Renee Hoyos; Corey Hull; Jenna Jordan; Gina McKenzie; Don Polaski; Kristina Schneider; Anja Thomas. Written by Jack Mooney; Directed by James Nygren; Music composed and provided by Free Jambalaya; Sound effects performed by David Hightower.
2024-12-2356 min
Dr. Nichols On DemandDr. Nichols on Demand "BigFoot at Mill Creek"
"BigFoot At Mill Creek" Is a great found footage movie to react to!! there were a lot of Scary parts, in the form of myths, and anecdotes!! I had all the fun with this one!! Join me, tell me what you think!! leave a comment if you want to impress your friends!! share, like, subscribe, and click on that bell Icon so you can be notified when i upload new content!!
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Director Devin K. Hansen, Writer Devin K. Hansen
Starring Devin K. Hansen- Film Student
Mark Blockovich - North Carolina Witness *as Mark)
Jamie Hancock- Jenna
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2023-04-221h 28Firehouse Radio PlayersEpisode 11 (February 2, 2020)In this episode - our last pre-Covid show - the Doyle Sisters solve a Valentine's Day mystery; Buck Taciturn plays Cyrano for a shy cowboy; and a luxurious space cruise is the setting for romance and danger on "The Thrilling Adventures of Captain Fremulon." Recorded live at Firehouse Theatre in Richmond, VA on February 2, 2020 Featuring: Joe Bishop (Mr. Doyle, Singing Cowboy 2, Will, Captain Fremulon); Noah Downs (Ryan, Doyle Sisters Announcer, Timmy, Singing Cowboy 3, Buck, Hobbes); Kyla Daniel-Hart (PBR Announcer, Mrs. McCall, Emily, Dairy Delight Singer 1); Corey Hull (Dave, Wallace, Singing Cowboy 1, Dairy Delight Announcer, Bodyguard); Jenna Jordan (Diane, Annie...
2022-04-0659 min
Planner Lifestyle PodcastWhen to Prioritize Those "Someday" Wishes feat. Plan.Pen.Paint.ParentSeason 3, Episode 3
Jenna, the planner behind Plan.Pen.Paint.Parent, shares the decision that led her to live a life of her dreams...almost. The project list is still overflowing, but we discuss how to brain dump and prioritize those "someday wishes".
Jenna shines as she talks about her love of the starry night sky and her Star Gazer Happy Planner
Italian cooking lessons from her mom
Her favorite pens for beginners
Brush lettering and how she may letter a friend's tattoo
An excellent resource for finding the Happy Planner sticker you are looking for from Rac...
2020-08-211h 15
FNL RADIOFNL Radio Presents: The 2018 Wrap Up SpecialFNL Radio - The Best of 2018 Episode
- Let The Church Say 👀: Gospel Singer Vicki Yohe Exposes Prophet David E. Taylor For Shady “Relationship” While Gifted Loubitins And Jaguar
- The Year of Black Excellence: ‘Black Panther’ Shatters Box Office Records, FNL Radio’s Black Panther Movie Day, John Legend Becomes EGOT Member, Childish Gambino’s “This Is America”
- From Pudding Pops To Stale Bologna Sandwiches: Bill Cosby Found Guilty and Sent To Jail
- “Make It Make Sense”: Mo’nique’s Attempt At Netflix Boycott
- Run Me My Money: Dame Dash Checks Lee Danials During Diana Ross Performance For Missing Mon...
2018-12-312h 15