Nurses Uncorked - A Nursing Podcast Delivering Nursing News

Nurse Erica welcomes back past podcast guest, Matthew @themassholemcguido, and two Massachusetts Nurses Association representatives, Jim McCarthy and Jennifer DeVincent. This episode dives into the upcoming nurses' strike at Massachusetts General Brigham and Women's Hospital and MGB Home Care, scheduled for July 8th, 2026, making it the largest nursing strike in state history. The discussion explores the issues of staffing, overuse of travel nurses, wages, workplace safety, violence against healthcare workers and reporting culture. The guests share insights on negotiation dynamics, systemic disrespect and the future of nursing in Boston. The episode touches on union busting, patient safety concerns surrounding scab nurses of questionable qualifications, and the impact on hospital operations. They also explore past strike actions, political support, and the importance of transparency in healthcare. And perhaps most disturbing of all, the guest reveals nurses now having to take over chaplain services at night. 

 

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Guests:

Matthew/TheMassHoleMcGuido: www.instagram.com/themassholemcguido/ www.tiktok.com/@themcguidonurse 

Jim McCarthy, RN, Vice Chair, Massachusetts Nurses Association

Jennifer DeVincent, RN, Massachusetts Nurses Association Representative

Chapters:
00:00 Patron Shoutouts and Introductions
04:33 Reasons Behind the Largest Strike in Massachusetts History
09:45 The Impact of Nurse Wages and Working Conditions
11:02 Pink Collar Professions in Crisis
16:30 Negotiation Breakdown and Union Solidarity
19:20 The State of Healthcare in Massachusetts
24:10 Safety Concerns and Reporting Culture
25:30 Escalating Violence in Healthcare Settings
28:30 Security Failures and Patient Safety
31:47 The Impending Strike: Strategies and Lockouts
34:35 The Role of Media in Healthcare Advocacy
40:52 Concerns Over Scab Nurses and Patient Safety
51:31 Hospital Management Preparation for Strikes
59:30 Chaplain Services Cuts on Night Shift
1:00:54 Ethical Concerns in Patient Care
1:09:45 Historical Context of Nursing Strikes
1:14:00 Community Support and Political Action
 

Resources:

Massachusetts Nurses Association - https://www.massnurses.org/

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In this episode, Traumatic Brain Injury and Spine Specialist, Dr. Daniel Rafie discusses the often overlooked issue of traumatic brain injuries among healthcare workers, especially nurses, due to workplace assaults. He highlights the importance of recognizing brain injury symptoms, early intervention, recovery and systemic changes needed to support affected healthcare professionals. The episode also touches on concussions as an invisible injuries and compounded PTSD and trauma after assault. There is a need for research in the area of brain injuries in healthcare workers after workplace assault.

 
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Guest:  Dr. Daniel Rafie

https://www.tiktok.com/@_adelneu

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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Concussion Neurology and Workplace Violence
03:02 Dr. Rafie's TikTok: Nurse Assaults and Traumatic Brain Injuries
06:40 High Profile Athletes Garner the Attention
07:25 Understanding Traumatic Brain Injuries
11:09 Delay in Care Leads to Adverse Outcomes
12:12 Mental Health Implications of Brain Injuries
13:20 Challenges in Reporting and Recovery
17:12 Long-term Effects of Repeated Head Trauma
21:00 The Role of Workers' Compensation and Occupational Health
22:31 Psychological Impact and Career Longevity
27:40 Golden Stethoscope Award
31:52 Nurse Assault Victim Case Study
34:00 Breaking the Silence: Advocating for Healthcare Workers
35:30 The Need for Research on Brain Injuries in Healthcare Workers
42:10 Recognizing Signs of Brain Injury

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In this episode, Nurse Erica and welcomes Greg Boulden to discuss the recent active shooter incident that occurred on June 16, 2026 at ChristianaCare Wilmington Hospital in Delaware. The conversation includes critical issues surrounding hospital and employee safety, communication failures during emergencies, and the importance of accountability in healthcare institutions. They explore systemic issues in healthcare safety and advocating for transparency and employee rights. Security protocols are once again proven inadequate for active shooter situations.

 

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Guest: Greg Boulden:

americaemboldened.com
Be Bold Podcast on Spotify
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro: Tragic Incident at ChristianaCare Wilmington Hospital
11:37 Communication Failures During Crisis
19:28 Management's Private Security Guards
27:00 Enema of the Week Award
30:15 Long-Term Effects on Healthcare Workers
32:12 First Amendment Rights and Workplace Conditions
34:55 Understanding the Incident: Bullying or Misunderstanding?
38:20 Behavioral Concerns and Red Flags
41:12 Chilling Text Messages and Premeditation
49:36 Leadership Accountability and Safety Measures
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Maryland Registered Nurse Stephanie Skipper shares her harrowing experience with false Board of Nursing complaints, board proceedings, and legal battles in the post-op care industry. This episode explores healthcare entrepreneurship and manual lymphatic drainage versus cellulite lymphatic drainage within a nurse's scope of practice. The discussion also touches on regulatory overreach, due process, extortion, fake degrees, and fighting false nursing license allegations.

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Guest Stephanie Skipper:
Instagram: @iamnursestephie 
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DISCLAIMER: This episode presents the personal account and perspective of Stephanie Skipper regarding her experiences with the Maryland Board of Nursing and a named individual. The statements, allegations, and opinions expressed are solely those of the guest and do not represent the views of this podcast or its producers. All claims made in this episode are alleged and unverified. The individual referenced as having filed a complaint has not been contacted for comment, and this episode does not represent their account or position. Nothing in this episode should be construed as a statement of fact regarding any third party. Listeners are encouraged to seek multiple perspectives before forming conclusions. This podcast does not intend to defame, harass, or make false statements of fact about any person or organization. Any legal proceedings or regulatory matters referenced are ongoing or concluded matters of public record and are discussed here in good faith for informational and advocacy purposes only. This content is not legal advice.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Stephanie's Journey
06:36 Stephanie's Nursing Background and Business Ventures
12:25 The Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage Course that Started it All
19:45 Conflict with a Competitor
23:34 The Board of Nursing Investigation
28:36 License Suspension and Fallout from the Complaint
35:10 Investigating the Accuser
44:20 More Victims
46:39 Navigating the Board of Nursing Investigatory Process and Proceedings
55:42 Charges and Accusations
56:55 Cellulite Lymphatic Drainage versus Manual Lymphatic Drainage
1:00:42 Enema of the Week Award
1:03:09 Forged Letter
1:08:09 Witnesses and Testimonies
1:13:34 Appealing the Decision and Moving Forward
1:22:14 Going Public: The Power of Social Media
1:27:40 Due Process and Plans for Civil Lawsuits
 

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Attorney Ryan Styger shares invaluable insights on workers' rights, legal protections, and navigating workplace challenges and employer misconduct, especially for nurses and healthcare professionals. This episode covers employment law, legal strategies, the importance of documentation and paper trails, and empowering workers to embrace their power. In this comprehensive interview, Attorney Ryan shares invaluable insights on workplace rights, lactation accommodations, arbitration agreements, wage theft, light duty, at-will employment, and union activities, empowering employees to understand and defend their rights effectively. 

"Your paper trail is your best defense."

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Guest:  Attorney Ryan Stygar:
https://www.centuriontrialattorneys.com/
https://www.instagram.com/attorneyryan/
https://attorneyryan.substack.com/
https://www.youtube.com/@RyanStygar
https://www.tiktok.com/@attorneyryan
 
Get Ryan's book here:
Get it in Writing on Amazon
Barnes and Noble
Target
 
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
02:05 Book: Get it in Writing 
14:07 Rejected by Law Schools
19:04 It's Not You, it's the Job
21:00 Navigating At-Will Employment and Right to Work
27:20 Understanding Constructive Dismissal
34:30 Enema of the Week Award
38:02 Light Duty Accommodations in Nursing
42:30 Lactation Rights and Workplace Support
49:58 Unionization and Employee Rights
55:44 Understanding Mandatory Arbitration Agreements
59:37 Navigating Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
1:04:07 Addressing Wage Theft in Healthcare
1:13:40 Conclusion
 
Resources:
Pump Act (2022) - https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/3110
National Labor Relations Act - nlrb.gov/guidance/key-reference-materials/national-labor-relations-act
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