In this episode of The Doer’s Lab, Stacey Lee; healthcare expert negotiator, respected attorney, and Law and Ethics Professor at Johns Hopkins, opens up about how resilience, family, and a commitment to serving those often overlooked have shaped her path. She shares how the principles that drive high-stakes negotiations in healthcare can also guide us in everyday life, from finding our voice to standing up for what matters. If you have ever wondered how to turn setbacks into strength or use your power for good, this conversation is for you.

In this soul-stirring episode of The Doer’s Lab, I sit down with Dr. Bijal Patel, a Kidney Care expert, educator, and advocate for empathy in leadership, whose service and leadership earned him the distinct honor of having August 23rd declared Doctor Bijal Patel Day in San Diego, California.

Our conversation goes far beyond accolades and clinical routines.

We talk about what it really means to lead with empathy in a world that often expects perfection, especially from those in white coats. Dr. Patel opens up about identity, cultural nuance, and the quiet resilience it takes to show up fully for others while navigating the pressures of being “the one who holds it all together.”

Whether you are in healthcare, leadership, or simply trying to lead with more heart, this episode will meet you where you are.

Listen in and be reminded: resilience is not about being unbreakable, it is about staying open, grounded, and human.

In this premiere episode of The Doer’s Lab, host Enzo Ochoga is joined by Dr. David Smith, former Navy pilot, sociologist, and co-author of Good Guys and Athena Rising. Together, they unpack what true allyship and partnership look like in the workplace, and why men and women working together creates more resilient, inclusive leadership.

This episode explores the power of intentional mentorship, how to build trust across difference, and why equity is not about helping; it is about showing up, sharing space, and moving forward together.

Whether you are navigating leadership, mentorship, or showing up with purpose in your work, this conversation invites all of us to rethink how we lead, and who we lead with.