More Than Mountains: The Podcast
by Nitya Borra
Welcome to More Than Mountains! This podcast is a safe, inclusive mental health advocacy community, while exploring medical topics and the connections between physical and behavioral health. So, why “More Than Mountains?” We all experience life differently, and those experiences shape how we understand health and medicine. By sharing diverse perspectives, we can better understand the challenges patients face and work toward a more compassionate, inclusive healthcare system. You are more than your obstacles, more than your mountains, and every perspective has the power to make a difference.
Episodes
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Breaking Barriers in Medicine and the Military with Dr. Bri Johnson
In this episode, I sit down with an Army anesthesiologist to explore her journey into medicine, military service, and leadership. She shares what inspired her path to anesthesiology, why she chose to serve as a military physician, and the unique rewards and challenges of practicing medicine in…
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Marriage and Meaningful Connections in Medicine with Dr. Emily Foit
Medical training can be demanding, but does it have to come at the expense of meaningful relationships? In this episode, Dr. Emily Foit shares her experiences navigating friendships, family, marriage, and community throughout medical school, residency, and beyond. We discuss maintaining…
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Dr. Sanjna Tripathy on navigating Skincare, Confidence, and Social Media Pressure
In this episode of More Than Mountains, I speak with a dermatologist, Dr. Sanjna tripathy, to explore the world of skin health beyond what is often seen online. The conversation unpacks what inspired their journey into dermatology and what continues to make the specialty meaningful today, while...
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Medical Student Raven Foster on Finding Identity in Medicine
In this episode of More Than Mountains, I speak with medical student Raven Foster about the winding path that led her into medicine, beginning with her gap year and continuing into her transition to medical school. She reflects on how stepping away before starting her training helped build her...
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Dr. Shreya Gupta on Imposter Syndrome and Growth in Medicine
In this episode of More Than Mountains, I sit down with Dr. Shreya Gupta to explore her journey through medicine—from undergrad to medical school and into residency. She reflects on the experiences that shaped her path, the challenges that mattered most, and the moments of self-doubt and imposter...
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Medical Student Daniella Silva on Medicine, Identity, and Balance
In this episode of More Than Mountains, I speak with medical student Daniella Silva to discuss her journey into medicine, her experiences as a DO student, and her passion for dermatology. Daniella shares how osteopathic medicine has shaped her approach to patient care, the lessons she learned...
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The Human Side of Residency with Dr. Catie Gray
In this episode of MoreThanMountains, I sit down with Dr. Catie Gray to have an honest conversation about the realities of residency, mental health, imposter syndrome, and navigating life in medicine beyond the classroom. From the transition between medical school and residency to moving to a new...
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Sleep Like Your Health Depends On It (Because It Does)
In this episode of More Than Mountains, we’re diving into one of the most powerful yet overlooked pillars of health: sleep. From building a calming nighttime routine to understanding the science behind deep rest, I’m sharing 15 practical, research-backed sleep tips that can help you fall asleep...
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Psychiatrist Dr. Tina Thomas’s Insight on Hormones, Healing & Mental Health
In this episode, we sit down with psychiatrist Dr. Tina Thomas to explore the world of adult mental health. She shares what inspired her to pursue adult psychiatry, how mental health patterns can differ between men and women, and the ways hormonal transitions can impact women’s wellbeing. We also...
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Mindfulness for Teens: 101
This episode gives an overview of what mindfulness, mediation, and yoga are and how they can be introduced into your lifestyle to improve so many areas of your life. Even just five minutes of your time can make the biggest difference!
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Decoupling Self-Worth from the White Coat with Dr. Frances Mei Hardin
In this episode, we speak with Mei Hardin, a former ENT surgeon and physician-writer, about ego, identity, and the hidden emotional costs of medical training. From “gunner culture” to burnout, DBT-informed coping tools, and redefining self-worth beyond medicine, this conversation offers a…
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From Pharmacy to Psychiatry: Rethinking Child Mental Health with Dr. Willough Jenkins
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Willough Jenkins—an award-winning, board-certified child psychiatrist with a background in pharmacy—to talk about supporting children’s mental health with clarity and compassion. From medication myths to stigma, recovery, and hope, Dr. Jenkins shares what...
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Dr. Valencia Garcia shares her perspective on navigation her career as an Air Force Doctor and a mom
Hi everyone! Dr. Valencia Garcia shares her life on this episode from her journey into medicine as a Air Force doctor to balancing her work life with being a mom. Listen in to here a unique perspective!
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Molly from medlifewithmolly shares insights into her career in medicine as a Poland Medical Student
Hi everyone! This episode is a conversation with Molly, a medical student in Poland, in her journey and advice she has for students interested in medicine and content creation. Her TikTok account can be found @medlifewithmolly
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Creating New Year’s Resolutions you will actually stick to
Do you have any New Year’s Resolutions that you are hoping to stick to? This episode shares research-based techniques on how you can set yourself up for 2026 with goals and resolutions that are attainable.
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College Campus Resources You Didn’t Know You Needed
Hi everyone! This episode explores so many resources that are offered for free on college campuses, many of which you likely didn’t know existed. These resources can improve your mental and physical health. Take advantage of them!
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AuDHD Therapist Bailey Pilant on bridging the gap between ADHD and hormones in women
This episode brings MTM back to a theme on mental health, this time with an emphasis on AuDHD. Bailey is the founder of the Wave Counseling, specializing in ADHD and AuDHD in women. I hope you learn something new today from giving this episode a quick listen :)
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The Brain-Gut Connection: Dr. Elisa Song on Nurturing Children’s Wellbeing
In this episode of More Than Mountains, I speak with Dr. Elisa Song — Integrative Pediatrician, Functional Medicine Expert, and founder of Healthy Kids Happy Kids. Together, they dive into the gut-brain connection and how it shapes children’s and teens’ mental health, resilience, and overall...
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Whole Child Health: MyPediatricianFriend’s Guide to Raising Resilient Kids
This episode is a conversation with Hadley, Brooke, and Saskia, three moms and pediatricians who founded MyPediatricianFriend to provide medical information and assistance to families. If you want to learn more about whole child health and common misconceptions partners have about children’s...
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Maddison Vrazel shares her journey and motivation for pursuing medical school
In this conversation with medical student Maddison Vrazel, Maddison shares her past experiences as a child interested in medicine and shares her inspirations to become a physician. Share this episode with your friends interested in medicine!
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Madeline Watson on switching from pre-pa to pre-med and overcoming challenges along the way
Hi everyone! This episode is with a guest pre-med graduate, Madeline, who discusses her decision to switch from plans to become a PA to a physician. She shares advice for high schoolers interested in careers in medicine as well. Share this episode with friends in the healthcare field!
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Back-to-School Health Checklist: What You Need to Do Now
Welcome back to MTM! This episode shares information on things you should do prior to going to college to make sure you can prioritize your mental and physical health!
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Prioritizing your mental health during you senior year of High School
Welcome back to MTM! This episode shares tips on how to prioritize your mental well being and overcome stressors that are commonly experienced during your senior year of high school.
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New Year’s Resolutions to improve your physical and mental health
Welcome back to MTM! Happy New Year! This episode dives into several tips for you to take into consideration when thinking about goals you have for the upcoming year in order to improve your physical and mental health. Share this episode with a friend :)
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Clinical Social Workers Holly Kristina on healthy mental health practices for teens
Welcome back! This episode is a discussion with licensed clinical social worker Holly Kristina on all things about improving a teen’s mental health from anxiety, depression, and panic attacks, to self-care. Share this episode with a friend :)
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Therapist/Trauma Professional Lindsay Baish-Flynn on how parents can navigate a teen's mental health
Hi everyone! This episode is one for you and for your parents! Lindsay shares information surrounding health communication between teens and their parents so teens can overcome mental health struggles. Tune in :)
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Psychologist, Speaker, and Author Dr. Laura Ellick on conquering social anxiety
This episode is a discussion with Dr. Laura Ellick, sharing ways exposure therapy and healthy techniques can help you achieve your potentially and challenge your fears to overcome social anxiety.
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Incoming Medical Student Stephanie Davis on her Pre-Med Experience and journey to medicine
Hey everyone! In this episode, incoming MS1 Stephanie Davis shares her pre-med experience, advice for those aspiring to enter medicine, and how she found her path into the medical field! It’s a perfect listen for those with similar goals or interests :)
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Therapist Kendall Bierman on overcoming people pleasing and finding confidence within yourself
Welcome back to mtm! This episode is perfect for you if you struggle with people-pleasing and developing a better self image to find confidence. There is something to take away from this episode for everyone :)
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Practicing Self-Care in Summer!
Happy Summer! This episode shared a multitude of ways you can practice self-care this summer - find mechanisms of self-care that work for you this summer!
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Psychiatry Resident Physician Dr. Nayiri Khatchadourian on her medicine journey
Welcome back to another episode! This episode is with a guest!! Dr. Khatchadourian shares insight on her journey that brought her to where she is today and her path to becoming a Psychiatrist. If you are interested in mental health, medicine, education, or psychiatry, this one is perfect for…
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Power of frequent check-ups for Preventive Care
Welcome back to MTM! This episode chats on the importance of medical checkups- thanks for tuning in :)) Here is your reminder to take care of yourself!
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Delaney, sleep content influencer, on healthy sleep for teens
Hey MTM Listeners! In this episode, we are joined by Delaney a sleep content influencer. Tune in to improve your sleep patterns and sleep quality!
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MD PhD student Carmen Zavala on overcoming obstacles to follow your passions within medicine
This episode is a special talk with MD PhD Student Carmen Zavala. Carmen shared her journey exploring a career path in medicine while encouraging listeners to overcome their obstacles and never give up on reaching their goals. If you are interested in medicine or are looking for some inspiration…
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How to support a friend with ADHD or ADD
Welcome or welcome back! This episode educates about ADHD and ADD, the difference between the two diagnoses, common symptoms/behaviors, and how to help a friend or loved one by supporting them. I hope you learned something new!
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Sammi Farber, eating disorder therapist, on disordered eating and body dysmorphia
Welcome or welcome back! This episode is a conversation with ED therapist Sammi Farber and Sammi shares tips on improving your body image and making sure you have a healthy relationship with food. Trigger warning: we discuss eating disorders and body dysmorphia so please feel free to pick a...
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Therapist Michelle Gonzales on mental health resources and trauma for teens
Welcome back to episode 11 of the MTM podcast! This episode is a conversation with clinical social worker and therapist Michelle Gonzales. Michelle shares resources for teens who don’t have access to professional mental health services. Trigger warner: we discuss various forms of trauma teenagers...
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Real Talk: body image on child and teen mental health
This episode talks about the importance of healthy body image on a teens mental well-being as well as ways you can work towards improving your body image!
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Dealing with loss and grief for teens
Welcome back to MTM! This episode hopes to provide some guidance on how to deal with loss and grief while also shedding light on how to ask for help with your grieving journey. Grief is not a linear process but there is light at the end of the tunnel :)
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Mental Health within Pediatrics
This episode talk about behavioral health specifically within the field of pediatrics- infants, adolescents, and teens. There is a large correlation between physical and mental well-being in the field that teens like us can relate to!
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Tanish, a teen podcaster, talks about all things mental health for teens!
Hi More Than Mountains listeners! This episode features a special guest, Tanish, a fellow teen podcaster who aims to reach a wide audience of teens in order to advocate and spread awareness about mental health. Hope you enjoy! More special guests coming in the future :)
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Tips and tricks to tackle test anxiety
Welcome back! In episode 6, I share some tips and tricks for you to tackle test taking anxiety and make the most out of your school year. Remember, your grades don’t define you or your level of intelligence. They are just an easy way to assess your understanding- not something worth worrying…
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Overcoming Panic Attacks
Welcome Back! In this episode, I explain ways to overcome panic attacks as well as easy coping mechanisms to help you feel more at ease and less anxious during a moment that may seem like too much to handle. If you struggle with anxiety of panic attacks of any kind, I hope this episode resonates...
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Enjoying your back-to-school era
It’s that time of year again… summer is wrapping up and school is right around the corner. The hardest part of going back to school is sometimes the overwhelming feeling many of us experience. Sometimes, finding little things to look forward is the best way to improve your mindset. So, this…
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Pushing Past Peer Pressure
This episode sheds light on all things peer pressure: the good, the bad, the ugly. It discusses how to avoid negative peer pressure in your life as well how to cultivate positive peer influences around you to improve your health and lifestyle. Positive peer pressure is crucial to helping you...
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50 things to do if you are anxious
This episode dives into things to do when you are feeling anxious. As a teen podcast dedicated to providing behavioral health support within the medical field of Pediatrics, More Than Mountains aims to provide easy techniques for teens to improve their mood and relieve anxiety in a healthy way so...
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Introducing More Than Mountains!
Welcome to the first episode of The More Than Mountains podcast, dedicated to providing mental health support so you can overcome your mountains and the challenges you face. I am Nitya, the host of this podcast, and in this episode, I introduce myself and my goals for More Than Mountains. Thanks...
About this show
Welcome to More Than Mountains! This podcast is a safe, inclusive mental health advocacy community, while exploring medical topics and the connections between physical and behavioral health. So, why “More Than Mountains?” We all experience life differently, and those experiences shape how we understand health and medicine. By sharing diverse perspectives, we can better understand the challenges patients face and work toward a more compassionate, inclusive healthcare system. You are more than your obstacles, more than your mountains, and every perspective has the power to make a difference.
Hosted by
Nitya Borra