Vitals & Vibes

In this episode of Vitals & Vibes, Vivian sits down with Dr. Natacha Chough, a NASA-Johnson Space Center flight surgeon and double board-certified emergency and aerospace medicine physician. They discuss the path into aerospace medicine, how astronauts are medically supported before, during, and after missions, the effects of microgravity on the body, and what the future of space medicine could mean for healthcare professionals on Earth and beyond.

In this episode of Vitals & Vibes, Vivian sits down with critical care nurse and ECMO specialist Vickie Carlyle to explore the realities of life in the ICU. From powerful patient stories and COVID-era lessons to breaking down ECMO in simple terms, this conversation highlights the human side of critical care—where skill, emotion, and resilience meet at the bedside.

Welcome to Episode 1 of Vitals & Vibes, the show that checks the pulse of medicine, lifestyle, and everything in between.Hosted by Vivian Moreno, this podcast blends high-stakes healthcare conversations with pop culture, personal growth, and the human stories behind the scrubs.In this debut episode, Vivian is joined by Joe Basha, a perfusionist with over 40 years of clinical experience, the CEO of Houston Extracorporeal Technologies, an educator, and the founder of MediWeb and PerfWeb.Together, they explore:How a career in perfusion can begin by accident — and grow into purposeThe evolution of perfusion technology and what hasn’t changedWork ethic, professionalism, and generational expectations in medicineAI, automation, and the future of healthcareAdvice every new grad should hear before taking their first jobSacrifice, balance, regret, and the realities of leadershipBuilding a legacy that lasts beyond the operating roomThis episode is about more than medicine — it’s about identity, growth, mentorship, and meaning in a profession where lives are on the line, and humanity still matters.Whether you’re in healthcare, curious about the people behind it, or just looking for smarter conversation with real perspective, this is the place for you.🎧 New episodes blend medicine, culture, and thoughtful dialogue — no fluff, no noise.Stay curious. Stay stylish.And keep those vibes flowing.