Ep 74 The Nurse Aperitif: The Pitt and the Importance of S.A.N.E. Nurses

** TRIGGER WARNING FOR SA** Episode Summary: In this episode, we examine The Pitt Season 2, Episode 7 and its portrayal of a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE). We explore how the episode handled the forensic exam process with realism and care, then break down what SANE nurses do in real life — including training requirements, certification, evidence collection, and trauma-informed practice. Sources International Association of Forensic Nurses – About SANE https://www.forensicnurses.org/page/aboutSANE/ International Association of Forensic Nurses – Certification Requirements https://www.forensicnurses.org/page/Certification/ Nurse.org – Coverage of SANE Shortages & The Pitt S2E7 https://nurse.org/news/the-pitt-s2e7-sane-nurse-shortages/ LA Times – The Pitt Rape Kit Exam Episode 7 Analysis https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/tv/story/2026-02-19/the-pitt-rape-kit-exam-episode-7 Comic Book Club Live – Behind-the-Scenes on Season 2, Episode 7 https://comicbookclublive.com/2026/02/19/the-pitt-goes-the-distance-to-not-sensationalize-sexual-assault-in-season-2-episode-7/ Epicurious – Nurse Aperitif Cocktail Inspiration https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/nurse-aperitif-cocktail-vermouth-jim-meehan Episodes every Monday ⭐️ Subscribe, Rate and Review! 🍸 Recipes drop on socials Discounts: 15% off Comfrt apparel Purple Carrot: 40% off your first box ClassPass: 2 weeks free 15% off non-alcoholic spirits at The Zero Proof 💳 Support us on Patreon | ☕️ Buy Me a Coffee Contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.