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Spit it Out with Meg
by Polished Meg
Episodes premiere on two Mondays per month at 5 AM EST - Bi-weeklyJoin Meg, a passionate dental hygienist and content creator, as she dives into honest conversations about oral health, career hustle, wellness, and the everyday moments that make life interesting. Whether you’re in healthcare or just curious, this podcast is your fresh, fearless space to learn, laugh, and get real. Tune in and let’s SPIT IT OUT together!
Episodes
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25. When Sobriety Becomes Freedom Ft. Julio Cesar
Julio shares his inspiring journey from childhood struggles and addiction to becoming a dedicated dental professional and social media influencer. This episode highlights resilience, self-acceptance, and the importance of pursuing your passions despite challenges. Watch this episode on...
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24. The NYC Ortho Legend Ft. Dr Sable
Hello again! Welcome back. In this episode, Dr. Sable shares insights on orthodontics, dental care, and common misconceptions, providing valuable guidance for both dental professionals and patients. Watch this episode on YouTube Topics: How teeth move back after orthodontic treatment The role...
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23. People Pleasing | Pillow Talk with Meg
Welcome to another Pillow Talk with Meg! In this heartfelt Pillow Talk episode, Meg explores the roots of people pleasing, its impact on mental health, and practical ways to shift towards healthier communication. She shares personal stories, insights from therapy, and tips to foster self-worth…
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22. Speaking as a Hygienist in Canada ft. Fiona
In this inviting interview, Fiona Mouthboxx shares her journey into dental hygiene, the differences between Canadian and US dental practices, and tips for aspiring speakers. Discover insights on the scope of practice, reimbursement issues, and building a career in dental health. Dental hygiene...
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21: From Dental Hygienist to NICU Nurse with Stephanie
Stephanie shares her inspiring journey from a first-generation student to a dental hygienist and NICU nurse. Discover insights on career transitions, overcoming health challenges, and balancing multiple healthcare roles. We will discuss: Career transition from dental hygiene to nursing…
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20. How to be an influencer
Meg shares her journey from TikTok trends to building a dental hygiene-focused social media platform. She discusses content creation, brand deals, business management, and her goals for influencing and advocating in the dental community. Watch this episode on YouTube Meg's essentials on...
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19. Dental insurance is NOT insurance ft. Stephanie Wright
In this conversation, Meg and Stephanie Wright discuss the intricacies of dental practice management, the impact of military service on communication within dentistry, and the challenges posed by dental insurance. They emphasize the importance of patient advocacy, the need for better…
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18. (Another) Podcast about Burnout | Pillow Talk with Meg
YES— this is another podcast about hygiene/dentistry burnout (I can feel your eyes rolling)... However, we must remember that if we don't address burnout and poor working conditions, nothing will change. Let me know what you think about this episode in the comments section, and don't forget to…
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17. Work/Life Balance as a Hygienist
In this episode, Meg discusses the importance of maintaining a work-life balance as a dental hygienist. She emphasizes the importance of separating work stress from personal life, the benefits of exercise and hobbies, and the significance of mental health care, including therapy. Meg also…
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16. First-Generation Hygienist Ft. Shelby RDH
Welcome back to Spit it Out with Meg! In this episode, Meg and Shelby discuss the journey of being a first-generation college student, particularly in the field of dental hygiene. Shelby shares her personal experiences, including the challenges she faced in navigating college without parental...
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15. CANCELLING MYSELF
Welcome to season two of Spit it Out with Meg!! In this conversation, Meg reflects on her childhood and teenage years, sharing humorous and relatable stories about her experiences in school, her attempts to fit in, and the lessons learned from her mistakes. From her early days of…
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14. From Athlete to RDH Ft. Kevin Ly
In this episode of Spit It Out, host Meg interviews Kevin, a registered dental hygienist, who shares his journey into the field of dental hygiene, including his transition from physical therapy, his experiences in dental hygiene education, and the importance of self-care. Kevin discusses the…
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13. The Reality of Long-Distance Love in College
In this episode, Meg shares her personal journey of navigating a long-distance relationship while attending dental hygiene school. She discusses the challenges, mental health struggles, and the importance of support systems during this time. Meg emphasizes the need for intimacy, communication…
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12. Who is The Sarcastic Scaler?!
Meg and Shawn explore Shawn's journey into dental hygiene, discussing his motivations, experiences in the workplace, and the current challenges facing the profession, including the dental hygiene shortage. They delve into effective communication with patients, particularly regarding periodontal...
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11. Meg's Favorite Things 2025
Happy Holidays! This mini-episode focuses on sharing some of my favorite things from 2025: from thrifting and film photography to a few dental hygiene brands I have fallen in love with. Products mentioned: Vanilla Cashmere Lotion EOS Vanilla Cashmere Lip Butter EOS COCO FLOSS Bundle Alani Mini…
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10. WTF do I do with my money after college?!
Hello, and welcome back to another episode of Spit it Out with Meg! Watch this podcast on YouTube This episode is something I wish I had after graduating from college. Having money to spend after starting your career is SO incredibly rewarding, but it can also be overwhelming. I hope this…
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9. The Heart Behind Pediatric Dentistry Ft. ToothDocJack
From Utah ➜ UNC ➜ Colorado 🏔️🦷 Watch this podcast on YouTube In this episode, my friend @toothdocjack shares his journey to becoming a pediatric dentist — including how, even through hardship and loss, he stayed committed to his passion and continued learning to achieve his dreams. In this...
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8. Building Confidence with Co-Diagnosing
Watch this podcast on YouTube Thanks for joining me this morning! Today, we are going to discuss building confidence in the OP when it comes to ADA codes, dental hygiene diagnosis, and co-diagnosing with a dentist. Telling a patient they have gingivitis or periodontitis is a struggle many face...
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7. Chronicles of a New Grad RDH with Anistinn
Join Meg as she chats with the amazing Anistinn — better known as @floss.fairy.anistinn — about her journey from vlogging to becoming one of the dental hygiene industry’s favorite educational creators. Watch this podcast on YouTube In this episode, we discuss: How Anistinn finds creative…
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6. Confessions of a Temp Hygienist & Entrepreneur ft. Martha May, RDH
🎙️ In this episode, I sit down with Martha May, RDH—a full-time temp hygienist and the entrepreneur behind Honey May Collection—to dive into the real-world highs and lows of temping. Watch this podcast on YouTube Martha shares why she chose temping over a permanent role, how she navigates the...
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5: Life has been heavy lately, so let's SPIT IT OUT
In this solo episode, I open up about the heaviness we’ve all been feeling with everything happening in the world, and how I’ve been navigating it personally and professionally. I also share some updates on what I’ve been up to lately and give you a sneak peek into the exciting changes coming to...
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4: Things I fangirl over
Possibly just a part one… 👀 Let me know if you’d be into a part two or maybe even an extended edition of this one! I’ve always been a fangirl about something—whether it was Barbie dolls, anime, music, or everything I rambled about in this episode. I love having something to gush over…
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3: Making friends in college (the struggle)
Hello, or welcome back to Spit it Out with Meg! This episode is about my experience making friends during all four years of college. Many different experiences happened throughout 2019-2023, which inevitably shaped who I am and who I was at the time. I dive into those years, especially to show my...
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2: Why I left my first dental office
Welcome, or welcome back to Spit it Out with Meg Watch this podcast on YouTube In this episode, we delve into why I left my first dental hygiene job after two years. I won't spoil all the fun, but we'll discuss infection control, DSOs, and corporate finding my TikTok account (yikes)! My dental...
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1: Introduction & Welcome to Spit It Out with Meg
Hello, and welcome to my podcast, Spit it Out with Meg! This is where we "cut the fluff" and spill life's real truths, starting with none other than yours truly. I wanted to begin this podcast with a little insight into my journey with social media and how much of a part of my life it has become.…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Episodes premiere on two Mondays per month at 5 AM EST - Bi-weeklyJoin Meg, a passionate dental hygienist and content creator, as she dives into honest conversations about oral health, career hustle, wellness, and the everyday moments that make life interesting. Whether you’re in healthcare or just curious, this podcast is your fresh, fearless space to learn, laugh, and get real. Tune in and let’s SPIT IT OUT together!
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Polished Meg
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Episodes premiere on two Mondays per month at 5 AM EST - Bi-weeklyJoin Meg, a passionate dental hygienist and content creator, as she dives into honest conversations about oral health, career hustle, wellness, and the everyday moments that make life interesting. Whether you’re in healthcare or just...
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