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SimCastSimCast Meets SimGeeks - With Dave Shablak & William BelkIn this episode the SimCast boys are joined by David Shablak and William Belk of the SimGeeks podcast . In the episode the group discuss meeting your co-host, the origins of SimGeeks and SimulationTek, trans-atlantic simulation challenges and give advice on how to set up your own podcast.We're looking forward to recording part two of this meeting where we return the favour and join the SimGeeks again, but this time as guests. Watch this space...#simcast #simulation #podcast
2025-04-3046 min
SimGeeks PodcastEP 51 Implementing Roleplaying Games in Your Simulation ProgramIn this episode of The SimGeeks Podcast, we’re diving even further into role-playing games (RPGs) in healthcare education and professional development. Yeah, we’re talking about dice, storytelling, and character sheets… but not just for fun. RPGs are proving to be a powerful tool for team-building, professional development, and engagement in high-stakes environments like healthcare simulation.
We break down what it takes to successfully implement RPGs in an organization, from getting leadership buy-in to overcoming resistance and setting up the right ground rules. We also geek out on different RPG systems, play styles, and the eternal debate...
2025-02-221h 09SimGeeks PodcastEpisode 50! The Power of Roleplaying Games (RPGs) in Professional DevelopmentIn this episode of the SimGeeks podcast, hosts William Belk and David Shablak, along with guests Matt Charnetski and Phil Wortham, explore the intersection of role playing games (RPGs) and professional development. They discuss how RPGs can foster empathy, improve team dynamics, and break down hierarchical barriers in the workplace. The conversation highlights the flexibility of RPG settings, the role of the Dungeon Master, and the importance of consistency in gameplay. The hosts also address common misconceptions about RPGs and share their experiences of using gaming as a tool for personal and professional growth.
2025-01-3135 minSimGeeks PodcastEp 49: Making the Most of What You Have – Low-Resource SimulationsIn this episode of the SimGeeks Podcast, we explore the power of creativity and simplicity in simulation education. Not every scenario requires high-tech manikins or a full arsenal of resources to deliver impactful learning. Join us as we discuss how tabletop gaming, gamification, and low-resource simulation can be the best choice to achieve learning objectives, especially when faced with limitations like equipment, manpower, or budget constraints. Learn practical tips and strategies for leveraging these approaches to ensure your students meet their goals, no matter the resources at hand.
2025-01-0827 min
SimGeeks PodcastEp 48 Debriefing W/ Adam & Vince of The Debriefing AcademyIn this episode of the SimGeeks Podcast, we dive deep into the essentials of debriefing in healthcare simulation with special guests Adam Cheng and Vince Grant from The Debriefing Academy. Join us as we explore the foundational principles and best practices that make debriefing a critical component of effective simulation training. Adam and Vince share their expert insights on how to conduct impactful debriefing sessions that enhance learning, improve performance, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Whether you're a seasoned simulation educator or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable tips and strategies to elevate your...
2024-08-0236 min
SimGeeks PodcastEp.42 A.I. in Healthcare Simulation w/ Jeff AdamsWell, this episode is a great one! Something seems to come up almost every day. Artificial Intelligence (A.I.). Is it here to take over the world? Is it the next Skynet? Is it a fab and will go the way of the furby? Well this episode, we bring on Jeff Adams to talk about it, and he has gone DEEP with A.I. and thinks you should too, but with caution and intelligence. I will tell you I learned more that I now use in my day to day practice with this episode than any other episode I...
2024-02-0254 min
SimGeeks PodcastEp.35 IMSH2023 Research Summit & International OutreachW/Matt CharnetskiWell folks, here is episode 35, the final one recorded on the floor of IMSH, but not the last we recorded there. We end the on floor episodes with a familiar friend and face for the podcast, Matt Charnetski. He came on to talk about the research summit that he was a part of that proceeded this year's IMSH and about the Society for Simulation in Healthcare's work in international outreach.
Take a listen, you know if Matt is here, that its going to be a great time.
Thank you as always,
The SimGeeks
2023-09-2220 min
The Sim Cafe~The Intricacies of Medical Simulation: Moulage, Mannequins and MaintenanceSend us a textGet ready for a thrilling conversation as we bring David Shablak, an industry expert with a passion for moulage in medical simulation, into the SimCafe. David's love for creating such lifelike injury scenes began during his tenure in the Civil Air Patrol, shaping his career in the medical simulation field ever since. Tune in as we peel back the layers on the SimGeeks podcast and explore how Billy's influence has carved out a unique niche in the industry.As we move along, David delves into his journey within the sphere of...
2023-09-1938 min
SimGeeks PodcastEp. 29 IMSH2023 Interview 3:Healthcare Simweek w. Curtis Kitchen, Director of MarketingWelcome back into the Press Box with our third, Recorded Live, on the floor of #imsh2023 interview with Curtis Kitchen, the Director of Marketing for the Society for Simulation in Healthcare. First, we talk about Mr. Kitchem and how he got there and then we talk about the history of Healthcare SimWeek, and how you can and SHOULD participate! Curtis breaks down the "RULES" (first, there are no rules) of how to celebrate what you do all year, and why it is so important to show others!
So take a listen and enjoy. ---
SimGeeks Podcast
2023-02-2417 min
SimGeeks PodcastEP. 28 IMSH2023 interview 2: Corporate Roundtable with Ryan Ribeira, Founder and CEO of Sim-XWe take some time to talk to Dr. Ryan Ribeira who is the outgoing chair of the SSH Corporate Round Table. What is the corporate round table, first off, there are no knights involved. Sad right? What the corporate round table is, is a place where vendors can interact with SSH, and have a two-way dialog about what the future of healthcare looks like, and what are the needs of all of us are in the future. It’s our voice to vendors, and vendors' toys, through the society. Dr. Ribeira also talks about the importance of networking, SimVentors Sh...
2023-02-1821 min
SimGeeks PodcastEP. 27 - IMSH 2023 - Certification is 10 Years old! Lets CELEBRATE! - LIVE from the show floor.Well IMSH 2023 is over and our time in the Press Box was amazing! This was our first interview.
Rachel Araujo is the magician behind the scenes, the Certification Director for SSH, and Tim Whitaker is the Chair of the Certification Council. Basically, they are big parts of the team that makes it all happen. THEY ARE YOUR BIGGEST FANS TO GET CERTIFIED!! so take a listen and maybe send them a nice Thank You, for all their hard work.
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2023-01-2824 min
SimGeeks PodcastEP 26: Needs Assessments w/ Elizabeth HorsleyWelcome to Episode 26 about Needs Assessments with our special guest, Elizabeth Horsley. How do you create anything if you do not know what your needs are, and what your learners needs are? So it truely all begins with a needs assessment. Take a listen to our guest talk about them, their importance, and where to get started with them.
Thank you for listening as always.
From,
The SimGeeks Podcast
2022-11-2348 min
SimGeeks PodcastEp. 25 Orientation of a New SOSOrienting a new hire is always a challenge. With the varying topics required to be an SOS, where do you even start? How do you do this while maintaining operations? It's not as difficult as you would think as long as you plan ahead.
Take a listen and don't forget to send in your questions and comments!
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2022-09-2542 min
SimGeeks PodcastEp. 24 End of Life Simulations w/ Deb Tauber of the Sim Cafe PodcastWill and I have been so busy, that a little time has passed us by.... BUT WE ARE BACK!
This week we invited Deb Tauber to talk about her Sim podcast, "The Sim Cafe" as well as her company "Innovative Sim Solutions"
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What she is mainly here to talk about is the difficult topic of End of Life situations and how to do a simulation to educate and prepare providers for this eventual situation we all go through. She has experience with b...
2022-09-0132 min
Simulation Debrief by CAE HealthcareEpisode 39: Court is in SessionDavid Shablak, simulation operations specialist at Orbis Education and co-host of the SimGeeks podcast, shares his experiences at IMSH 2022 with host Dr. Amar Patel. From sim court to SimGeeks, you’ll get a chance to hear about simulation from a whole new perspective!Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidshablak/https://simgeekspodcast.podbean.com/
2022-03-1425 min
SimGeeks PodcastEp 17- SimGhosts USA 2021 - Panel Session with AMAZING Guests!This is a re-Broadcast of the panel session discussing development and opportunities for the simulation operations and technology community. The panel comprised of Dr. Scott Crawford, Dr. Suzan Kardong-Edgren, and Dr. Andrew Spain. and was live-streamed out for free from the event on behalf of the SimGhosts organization. The Video to this is available on the SimGeeks Podcast Youtube channel as well.
We hope you enjoy this as much as we did.
2021-08-2755 minSimGeeks Podcast#13 An Introduction to LifeCastingHave you ever wished you could just make a body part for use as a task trainer or prop? Do you sometimes get frustrated with the high cost of consumables and replacement parts in simulation? INTRODUCING... LIFECASTING! The answer to (almost) all of your anatomical part envy! Just prepare the part you wish to recreate, add these simple ingredients, support it as necessary and WALLA you'll be cranking out arms, legs, faces and even entire torsos in no time!
The guys are back to share their love of making anatomical models and task trainers by u...
2020-11-1735 min
SimGeeks Podcast#11 Death Do Us Part - A DebateAnd we now return to our regularly scheduled content.... This week on the SimGeeks Podcast the guys debate whether or not allowing the manikin to die in a simulation is an acceptable practice... but wait there is more! The one and only Ed Rovera joins the cast to play moderator and occasionally drop some hardcore truth bombs about death in simulation... It wouldn't be a SimGeeks episode without going off topic once (or four times) so fill up your popcorn and plastic cups, grab your ringside seats and join us for another fun filled hour of SimGeeks Rock-em Sock-em...
2020-07-091h 02
SimGeeks Podcast#4 Ghosts of Makers Past, Present and FutureHappy Holidays from the SimGeeks Podcast crew! No matter what you are celebrating we hope you're enjoying time with your family and friends!
In this episode Will and Dave chat about their own past, present and future as makers and how it relates to simulation. Whether you consider yourself a full blown maker or you are just dipping your toes into the DIY side of simulation; join us for some project ideas and hopefully gain a few resources that may make your journey a little easier.
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2019-12-3023 min
SimGeeks PodcastEpisode 1 - SimGeeks IntroWelcome to the SimGeeks Podcast! Join us for a quick intro from Will and Dave that explains some of what we hope to accomplish.
Our goal is to address all things simulation in a relaxed and entertaining format. Come along with us as we grow SimGeeks into your favorite place to discover new simulation topics and make new friends.
2019-12-0726 min