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What it’s like being a Māori doctor in NZ - “people throw abuse at you left right and centre.” #nz

August 06, 202400:41
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people often surprised when they see a
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moldy doctor yeah it's funny there
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different reactions in different age
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groups I guess you know like you get the
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classic really old person you know in
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their 80s or whatever that comes in they
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so polite oh so lovely to see a m doctor
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you know like some old European lady
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that's probably never seen one of their
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life and it's quite fun it cracks me up
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it's just like it's quite beautiful very
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like oh are you m really it's like yeah
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there m doctors now they don't mean
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anything they're just like you know
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lovely and they're just like really
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happy to see you to other ones that are
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not so happy to see you but really does
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that happen oh yeah you still get you
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especially an emergency is such a
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Charged environment you get every
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extreme from people that are happy to
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see you that people just like throw
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abuse at you like if see

Podspun Insights

In this episode, the conversation takes a humorous turn as the host dives into the world of unexpected reactions to seeing a moldy doctor. With a light-hearted tone, they explore the delightful contrasts in responses from different age groups, particularly the charming politeness of elderly patients who are often taken aback by the presence of an M doctor. The host shares anecdotes that highlight the joy and beauty in these interactions, while also acknowledging the more intense and sometimes hostile reactions that can arise in emergency situations. This blend of humor and reality makes for an engaging discussion that resonates on multiple levels.

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Episode Highlights

  • Reactions of Elderly Patients
    Older patients often have charming and polite reactions to seeing a doctor.
    “Oh, so lovely to see a doctor!”
    @ 00m 10s
    August 06, 2024
  • Emotional Extremes in Emergencies
    In emergency situations, doctors experience a wide range of patient reactions.
    “You still get every extreme from people.”
    @ 00m 35s
    August 06, 2024

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • Elderly Reactions00:10
  • Emergency Environment00:35