Rts Share Tea

Asthma Peak Season is back — and this time, Thee Asthma Lady is bringing the tea about STRESS! ☕🫁

In Episode #154 of RTs Share Tea, we’re revisiting Episode #110, “September Asthma Peak: How Stress Management Can Help Control Your Symptoms,” because some conversations are worth bringing back around when the season rolls back around.

September and October can be an important time for asthma awareness and prepa...

Have you ever thought, “I could turn my healthcare experience into a business… but where do I even start?”

In Episode #153 of RTs Share Tea Podcast, I’m piggybacking off Episode #150, Beyond the Bedside: How to Start a Healthcare Consulting Business, and taking you behind the scenes of how I actually made Noz Health Ed, LLC official.

This isn’t a “you need thousands of dollars to start a business&...

What if the biggest asthma triggers aren't outside—but inside your own home?

Join host Linda "Thee Asthma Lady" and guest Angela Maskill, Respiratory Therapist and Healthy Homes Program Director, as they explore how indoor air quality affects asthma control and overall respiratory health.

From hidden household triggers to simple, affordable changes that can make a real difference, this conversation is packed with practical tips...

In this quick but powerful 11-minute episode of RTs Share Tea, we're diving into a question many healthcare professionals ask themselves:

"How do I build trust on social media without feeling fake or salesy?"

Whether you're a Respiratory Therapist, nurse, physician, asthma educator, or healthcare advocate, your voice matters. Patients and communities are looking for credible healthcare professionals they can connect with and learn fr...

Can you build a healthcare consulting business while still working at the bedside? The answer is yes—and in this episode of RTs Share Tea, I’m sharing how I’ve done exactly that.

As a practicing Respiratory Therapist and healthcare consultant, I’ve learned that your clinical experience can open doors far beyond direct patient care without requiring you to leave the bedside behind. In fact, many of the skills ...

May is more than a month on the calendar — it’s a reminder that millions of people are living with asthma every single day. In this episode of the RTs Share Tea podcast, we’re talking about How to Make an Impact During Asthma Awareness Month and why raising awareness truly matters.

Join Linda "Thee Asthma Lady" as she breaks down the purpose of Asthma Awareness Month, how education and advocacy can save lives, and ...

Navigating the military healthcare system can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be.

In this episode of the Rts Share Tea Podcast, guest co-host Dr. JoNise Caleb drops real gems starting with one powerful reminder: “You have to learn the lay of the land.” From understanding how the system works to building confidence in your voice, this conversation is all about helping you move from confused to empower...

Ready to move with intention in your career and your finances?

In this episode of Rts Share Tea, we’re joined by guest co-host Gbolahan Harris to talk about strategic planning for healthcare professionals, leadership in Respiratory Care, and building financial resilience.

From his journey as a Respiratory Therapist to becoming a Director and entrepreneur, Gbolahan shares practical insights on how to grow your career, think lon...

Asthma education doesn’t have to overwhelm patients to be effective.

In this episode of RTs Share Tea, Linda Fry — Thee Asthma Lady — shares 4 patient-friendly asthma self-management videos that asthma educators and respiratory therapists can use to improve patient understanding and build confidence.

If you work with patients with asthma, you already know: Clear, simple education is key to better asthma control and ...

What happens when one of the most trusted careers in America is suddenly labeled as not  a “real" profession?

In this powerful episode of Rts Share Tea, Linda “Thee Asthma Lady” sits down with nursing expert and research scientist Dr. Jenny Uguru, DNP, RN to unpack the current state of nursing, higher education access, student loan debt, and the growing concerns around nurse and patient safety.From advanced de...

In this episode of Rts Share Tea podcast, we break down how stress triggers asthma symptoms and why flare-ups often show up during high-pressure moments like work stress, caregiving, financial strain, or emotional overwhelm.

As a Respiratory Therapist and Asthma Education Specialist, I explain the stress–asthma connection in simple terms, including why stress can tighten airways, change breathing patterns, and make asthma har...

Imagine choosing public health as your career path… only to be told it’s not a “real” profession. 😳

In this powerful episode of the RTs Share Tea Podcast, host Linda "Thee Asthma Lady" sits down with Dr. Anthony Santella, a nationally recognized public health expert and academic, to unpack a major policy shift that could reshape the future of public health education and the workforce.

This episode was a must...

In this vlog-style episode of RTs Share Tea, I’m taking you with me behind the scenes at AARC Congress 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona — and let me tell you, this conference shifted something in me.

From early-morning sessions to hallway conversations that fed my soul, this year’s AARC experience reminded me why we, as Respiratory Therapists, have to keep investing in ourselves, keep learning, and keep betting on our futu...

In this episode of the RTs Share Tea Podcast, we’re diving deep into the powerful impact of Community Health Workers (CHWs) with special guest co-host Traci Hardin, MPH, AE-C — a nationally respected asthma educator, CHW ally, and public health champion.

Join us as we share the TEA on how CHWs bridge gaps in care, build trust in underserved communities, and bring asthma education to life in ways that truly change outcome...

From scrubs to slacks — I had to learn quick! 😅

In this episode of the RTs Share Tea Podcast, host Linda “Thee Asthma Lady” opens up about her transition from night-shift Respiratory Therapist to day-shift healthcare leader and the things she had to learn quickly to adjust.

If you’ve ever made the leap from bedside to the boardroom (or dream of it), this one’s for you. Linda spills the real tea on what ...

What if food was the missing piece in asthma control? 🍎

Let’s talk about how nutrition can transform asthma care in children — especially in communities where access and awareness are often limited.

In this episode of the RTs Share Tea Podcast, host Linda “Thee Asthma Lady” takes a closer look at a conversation we don’t have enough — the powerful role of nutrition in asthma control.

We’re tal...

In this special 4th year anniversary episode of the Rts Share Tea Podcast, host Linda “Thee Asthma Lady” reflects on the true power of showing up with intention — especially as a Respiratory Therapist, asthma educator, or healthcare communicator. Linda shares practical, real-world strategies to help you stay consistent, build credibility, and create meaningful impact — whether you're at the bedside, leading ...

On RTs Share Tea, we know the difference between sharing the tea and just plain old spilling it! ☕

In this episode, we’re going behind "The SHIFT" with two current Respiratory Therapy students, Brandon Macak and Keven S., as they share the tea on their experiences in this fresh new edutainment reality series all about the Respiratory Therapy profession — created by Joe Lewis, a.k.a. Respiratory Coach.

Get the inside scoo...

Episode Description:
 What happens when a Respiratory Therapist takes the leap into entrepreneurship? 

In this episode of RTs Share Tea Podcast, we explore where Respiratory Therapy meets entrepreneurship with special guest co-host Quincy Futrell. From the spark that led him to start his own RT staffing agency to the challenges and triumphs along the way, Quincy shares how passion, standards, and com...