Lean Out Podcast
Lean Out Podcast
Dawn Baker MD, MS
Do you feel stuck on the Treadmill of Achievement? Are you looking for a new approach to finding work-life balance? You've come to the right place. This is the Lean Out Podcast with your host, Dr. Dawn Baker, author of Lean Out: A Professional Woman's Guide to Finding Authentic Work-Life Balance. Become inspired by amazing women professionals who've taken the steps to lean out and find balance on their own terms. 
Meandering with Ingrid Yang
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Ingrid Yang. Ingrid Yang MD, JD is a board-certified internal medicine physician, longevity specialist, and yoga teacher who integrates evidence-based medicine with lifestyle and mindfulness practices to optimize healthspan. Ingrid is also the author of multiple books on yoga and meditation, and she leads wellness and longevity retreats worldwide. Ingrid shares her wildly meandering journey through life and self-discovery. During our con...
Jun 4
51 min
Open to Possibilities with Leigh Johnson
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Leigh Johnson. Leigh is a Family Physician in Johnson City, TN. In addition to her MD, she holds a Master's degree in Public Health. Leigh describes herself as an Army veteran, a staunch supporter of human rights, an avid exerciser, a self-proclaimed coffee addict, wife to Abraham and mom to two wild boys. Leigh shares how the abrupt closing of her practice caused her to re-evaluate her work and life direction. She responded with a refre...
May 21
43 min
Solocast: The Essentials
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dawn Baker talks about the essentials. She shares what prompted her to consider hers, and she gives examples of the things she needs daily or almost daily to feel happy, healthy, and fulfilled. She also shares tips on how you can figure out your own essentials. Relevant/mentioned links: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeownSchedule a consultation for 1:1 coaching hereCheck out the Lean Out Confidence Course and use the code POD f...
May 8
21 min
Going Back with Jenny Kelly
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Jenny Kelly. Jenny is a pediatrician who divides her clinical time between a community health center in rural Arkansas and an integrative pediatrics consulting practice in Little Rock, Arkansas. Currently pursing a masters degree in clinical mental health counseling, Jenny is committed to expanding her skills to better help her patients and their families. Jenny's career journey is unique because she took a seven year break from cl...
Apr 23
39 min
Identity with Stacey Funt
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dawn Baker welcomes a return guest: Stacey Funt. Dr. Funt is a practicing radiologist, health coach, and founder of LH Adventure Travel, where she curates and leads women’s global wellness travel experiences in breathtaking natural settings and diverse cultures. She also designs trips for private groups and couples. Each itinerary is rooted in the principles of lifestyle medicine, incorporating movement, nourishment, relaxation, and community to promote wellb...
Apr 9
38 min
Reclaim with Christie Mulholland
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Christie Mulholland. Christie is a palliative care physician and Associate Professor at Mount Sinai Medical Center. She has spent her adult life proving that intentional breaks make you a better doctor — not a lesser one. She's taken career breaks to backpack across the US, South America, and the Greek Islands. Recently, Christie took a sabbatical, despite her department saying no. She also founded Reclaim Physician Coaching, where...
Mar 26
37 min
Flexibility with Asha Padmanabhan
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Asha Padmanabhan. Asha is an anesthesiologist, leader, coach, and speaker who delivers workshops, grand rounds, and keynote presentations for healthcare audiences. With more than 20 years in high-stakes operating rooms and leadership roles at state and national levels, she understands the real pressures physicians face — especially women navigating invisible expectations. Through her speaking and coaching, she provides practical tools to...
Mar 19
37 min
Systems with Santina Wheat
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dawn Baker talks with Santina Wheat. Santina is an academic family physician who finds joy in helping others unlock their full potential. She also serves as a career and life coach, guiding physicians and healthcare workers from burnout to balance. Having navigated her own career challenges, she understands the power of mentorship and intentional growth. In addition to clinical topics, Dr. Wheat speaks on leadership, inclusion, and well-being, crafting engagi...
Mar 5
35 min
Solocast: Scammed! What To Do and How to Prevent Internet Crime
Send us Fan Mail This solo episode is a departure from the regular content of the Lean Out Podcast, but it's an important topic that applies to everyone. Dawn Bakers shares about her experience getting scammed. She provides details about how she dealt with it and gives tips for what to do to prevent becoming the victim of internet scams. How to leave a review for the show: Apple Podcasts - Scroll down to Ratings and Reviews --> Leave a ReviewSpotify - Under the About section, click on the ...
Feb 26
17 min
Values with Karla Castillo
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Lean Out Podcast, Dawn Baker talks with Karla Castillo. After working for years as a full-time nurse, Karla started Dominate Nursing, a company dedicated to helping nursing students feel more confident, less overwhelmed, and excited about learning. Karla shares her career path from the bedside to entrepreneurship and education. She leads by example as someone who follows her values and stays in touch with her authentic self as she navigates the p...
Feb 12
32 min
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