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The Physicians Leadership Academy (PLA) Podcast is a space for physicians seeking meaningful connection, personal growth, and authentic leadership. Through insightful conversations with PLA faculty, alumni, and thought leaders, we explore the inner work of physician leadership—from mindfulness and emotional intelligence to navigating burnout, uncertainty, and change. Hosted by Dr. Stephanie Costa, this podcast offers practical tools, honest reflections, and real stories that inspire physicians to lead with intention—at work, at home, and in their communities. Whether you’re a graduate of the PLA or just beginning your leadership journey, this podcast is here to reconnect you with your values, your purpose, and your community. 🎙️ Produced by the Columbus Medical Association 🌐 Learn more at physiciansleadershipacademy.org 📲 Contact us at physiciansleadershipacademy.org/contact-us
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Signup to Generate a PitchThe Physicians Leadership Academy (PLA) Podcast is a space for physicians seeking meaningful connection, personal growth, and authentic leadership. Through insightful conversations with PLA faculty, alumni, and thought leaders, we explore the inner work of physician leadership, from mindfulness and emotional intelligence to navigating burnout, uncertainty, and change. Hosted by Dr.
The PLA Podcast is hosted by Physicians Leadership Academy (PLA). The show has published 19 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Ep 16: Lessons from Horses: Mindfulness, Leadership & the Power of Presence with Dr. Melinda Schumacher" (14 October 2026, 29 minutes), "Ep 14: Letting Go of Being Right: Curiosity, Leadership & Growth with Dr. Mrunal Shah" (21 August 2026, 28 minutes), and "Ep 13: Finding Shared Purpose: Building Community & Connection in Medicine with Tracy Davidson" (29 July 2026, 30 minutes).
The PLA Podcast publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 31 minutes across 19 episodes.
Booking probability for The PLA Podcast is 28%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The PLA Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The PLA Podcast's contact route on record: public web form.
The strongest fits for The PLA Podcast are Doctors & Physicians and Health & Wellness Services. The PLA Podcast has an education audience.
Physicians Leadership Academy (PLA) hosts The PLA Podcast, an education podcast with 19 episodes published.
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Episode #16
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The PLA Podcast, host Dr. Stephanie Costa welcomes PLA Alumni, coach, and Ohio State pathologist Dr. Melinda Schumacher for a fascinating conversation about equine experiential...
Episode #14
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The PLA Podcast, host Dr. Stephanie Costa welcomes PLA faculty member, physician leader, and healthcare coach Dr. Mrunal Shah for a thoughtful conversation about leadership...
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Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The PLA Podcast, host Dr. Stephanie Costa welcomes Tracy Davidson, CEO of the Columbus Medical Association and Affiliates, for a conversation about physician belonging, leadership...
Episode #12
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In this episode of The PLA Podcast, host Dr. Stephanie Costa sits down with PLA founder Phil Cass for a deeply personal and thought-provoking conversation about his recent journey into...
Episode #11
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In part two of our conversation with aesthetician, artist, and craniosacral therapy practitioner Amy Linville, host and PLA Director of Alumni Programming Dr. Stephanie Costa continues their...
Episode #11
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Host and PLA Director of Alumni Programming Dr. Stephanie Costa speaks with Amy Linville, an aesthetician who also incorporates biodynamic craniosacral therapy, about building a creative life...
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<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In this episode of The PLA Podcast, host Stephanie Costa, Director of Alumni Programming at the Physicians Leadership Academy (PLA), talks with PLA graduate Dr. Dean Agra, formerly a...
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<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Amy Marzluff shares her coaching journey and unique approach to helping people rediscover their dreams. This episode explores physician burnout, leadership, retirement, and life transitions—and...
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<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Psychiatrist and OhioHealth Medical Director of Provider Well-Being Dr. Carol Chung joins host Stephanie Costa to discuss physician well-being, trauma, and the importance of seeking support in...
Episode #7
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In this episode of the PLA Podcast, host Dr. Stephanie Costa sits down with Dr. Danny Eiferman, Ohio State surgeon, educator, and author of Cut Open: A Surgeon’s Stories of Loss, Resilience...
Episode #6
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In part two of this heartfelt conversation, host Dr. Stephanie Costa and PLA founder Phil Cass continue their dialogue with contemplative forester and longtime meditation teacher Jim...
Episode #6
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In this episode of The PLA Podcast, host Dr. Stephanie Costa is joined by Dr. Phil Cass, founder of the Physicians Leadership Academy. Drs. Costa and Cass have a heartfelt conversation with...
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<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In this episode of the PLA Podcast, host Stephanie Costa (Director of the Alumni Program at the Physicians Leadership Academy) sits down with PLA alum and pediatrician Dr. Mary Lynn Niland for...
Episode #4
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In this joyful and thoughtful episode of the Physicians Leadership Academy Podcast, host Dr. Stephanie Costa is joined by Dr. Mike Prats—emergency physician, educator, and creator of the...
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Episode #3
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In this calming and deeply affirming episode of the Physicians Leadership Academy (PLA) Podcast, hosts Dr. Stephanie Costa and Phil Cass are joined by beloved PLA meditation coach Janice...
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<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In Part 2 of the Physicians Leadership Academy (PLA) Podcast’s conversation with transformation expert Jim Marsden, hosts Dr. Stephanie Costa and Phil Cass continue their deep and compassionate...
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<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In this episode of the Physicians Leadership Academy Podcast, hosts Dr. Stephanie Costa and Phil Cass are joined by transformation expert and coach Jim Marsden to explore burnout through a new...
Episode #1
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Physicians Leadership Academy (PLA) Podcast, brought to you by the Columbus Medical Association. Hosts Dr. Stephanie Costa and Dr. Phil Cass sit down...
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