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Beyond the White Coat with Alex & AbdulAuthor: Alex and Abdul
Beyond the White Coat is a podcast about the human side of life in science, tech, and healthcare. Hosted by Alex, a health tech creative and HCPC registered biomedical scientist, and Abdul, a PhD student at University of York studying antibiotic resistance, the podcast blends real talk, career pivots, and personal growth in STEM. Through honest conversations and guest interviews, we explore career journeys both in and beyond the lab, challenge the status quo, and reflect on what it really means to build a meaningful life in science and healthcare. Collabs: alex@biomedicalmentor.com Language: en Genres: Personal Journals, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep. 26 Should Healthcare Professionals Create Content or Does it Hurt Their Careers? + Research Funding News, Maintaining Professional Identity, Opportunities Through Social Media
Friday, 6 February, 2026
In this conversation, Alex and Abdul discuss the current state of research funding in the UK, the impact of recent funding cuts on researchers, and the role of social media in healthcare and research. They explore the challenges of content creation for healthcare professionals, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and credibility in online communication. The discussion also touches on the balance between professionalism and personal expression on social media, and the potential career benefits of building a personal brand online.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Current Events in Research Funding04:41 Impact of Funding Cuts on Research and Researchers08:12 The Role of Social Media in Healthcare and Research17:05 Navigating the Challenges of Content Creation24:22 The Importance of Authenticity and Credibility in Content31:24 Balancing Professionalism and Personal Expression on Social Media39:19 Conclusion: The Future of Healthcare Professionals on Social MediaKeywords: research funding, healthcare professionals, social media, content creation, science communication, funding cuts, biomedical science, authenticity, credibility, career development
