The Critical Care Commute

03/30/2026

🎙️ New Episode - The Critical Commute Podcast

Advanced Defibrillation with Sheldon Cheskes | Released March 25

What do you do when the first shock doesn't work? This episode gets into the evidence and the practical strategies that can change outcomes in refractory ventricular fibrillation.

Prof. Sheldon Cheskes - a leading voice in resuscitation research -joins us to discuss:

→ Double sequential defibrillation (DSCD) and when to use it
→ Vector change and optimal pad positioning
→ The role of medication timing and dosing during VF
→ How early intervention impacts neurological outcomes
→ Key findings from the Dose VF and EpiDose clinical trials

This is the kind of episode you'll want to share with your team. Whether you're updating your protocols or just want to stay sharp, there's a lot to take away here.

🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/77wVZBPkkxzYpPgbeoFeST?si=YjBFehkJQBGPyXkVv_9bAw

The Critical Care Commute Podcast · Episode

03/12/2026

New Episode!!!! Dr Peter Brindley and Prof Timothy Caulfield underscore the growing importance of credible science communication.
They address the rise of misinformation, predatory journals, and “scienceploitation,” while highlighting the pressures researchers face and the need for humility in scientific work. Their conversation is a reminder that we all share responsibility in promoting accurate, evidence‑based information.

Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2HdkzUOxtigvAhwTpPEgg9?si=LPrXRImuQDWr7FZkjd8Hqg

The Critical Care Commute Podcast · Episode

02/26/2026

Workforce reform is one of the toughest challenges in modern healthcare. In this episode, Drs. Peter Brindley and Leon Byker speak with Prof. Peter Kruger, President of the College of Intensive Care Medicine, about the realities behind shortages, rural access, training pathways, and the growing collaboration between colleges and government.
They explore the tension between what communities need, what systems can support, and what clinicians require to deliver safe, sustainable care. From maldistribution and sub specialization to the ethics of relying on internationally trained doctors, the conversation is candid, nuanced, and grounded in the complexity of ICU as a system dependent specialty.
At its heart, the discussion comes back to purpose: how we balance standards, sustainability, and humanity while building a workforce that can truly serve patients and communities.
Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/00kJzfa1F8uuTpJJg4snrn?si=5adc1406735a41d0

The Critical Care Commute Podcast · Episode

02/11/2026

Prof. John Myburgh shares insights on critical care research, precision medicine, fluid therapy, sepsis trials, and the evolving landscape of our field. His reflections on mentorship, collaboration, and the broader forces shaping critical care make this a valuable conversation for clinicians, researchers, and leaders alike.
Listen here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1dnA2NB5rZ9ggVyHqld9vI?si=udux-B1VQ0WhIMqXJ7Y-nA

The Critical Care Commute Podcast · Episode

01/16/2026

Dr Marcus Peck reflects on the emotional and professional impact of a critical‑care case that resulted in a coronial inquest and subsequent GMC investigation. He speaks candidly about moral distress, navigating legal scrutiny in medicine, and the essential role of community support. Joined by Dr Jonny Wilkinson, this conversation offers meaningful insight into the realities of patient care, the weight of loss, and the lessons that shape resilient clinicians and safer systems.
Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1NxxlTqHuqIPBymjz240U4?si=ofVXmP9aRlOP0L0vlmdw5g

The Critical Care Commute Podcast · Episode

12/18/2025

🌏 New Episode Alert – Critical Care Commute Podcast 🎙️

In this thoughtful short episode, we explore Australia’s tradition of **Acknowledgement of Country**—a meaningful practice that honors the Traditional Custodians of the land and shows respect for Elders past and present.

We’re joined by Dr. Lewis Campbell, a critical care physician from Alice Springs, who shares insights shaped by the unique geography, culture, and healthcare challenges of the Northern Territory.

✨ A concise, engaging listen designed for your commute.

🔗 Tune in and join the conversation on reconciliation, culture, and critical care.