In this epsiode of Bla.c.k Medicine we're turning the tables and learning about pregnancy care from a mother's perspective. Dr Mikayla Couch chats with First Nations woman Nartarsha Bamblett about her experiences becoming a mum and the importance of bringing cultural birthing practises to antenatal care ..read more

Proud Darug man Dr Joshua Tobin chats with Dr Mikayla Couch about the journey from medical student to teacher, working in ICU, and the fundamental importance of teaching health practitioners about Indigenous culture early in their studies. He sees it as vital to improving health outcomes for First Nations patients ..read more

Sex and sexuality are important factors in overall health but are often neglected in our health practises. Noongar woman, Dr Jessica Wade is on a mission to change that, working with clients to approach their sex lives the same way they might address their fitness. Join Dr Mikayla Couch and Dr Jessica Wade as they discuss sexuality from a holistic perspective. This episode contains references to sexual practises ..read more

Medical school can be an intense experience. Hectic schedules, long hours of study, exams, practicals and stress! In this epsiode of BLA.C.K. Medicine, Dr Mikalaya Couch talks with soon-to-be doctor and Melukerdee woman Amelia Tulip about the different pathways to becoming a doctor, and navigating the highs and lows of studying medicine ..read more

In this episode Mikayla sits down with proud Mbarbrum women Caroline Kell. Caroline is the Founder and Managing Director of Black Wattle Coaching, an Aborginal owned business that uses ancient Aboriginal wisdom, such as deep listening and reciprocity to build healthy and safe interpersonal relationships at work ..read more

Everyday racism is a familiar experience for many Indigenous people in Australia. Its impact on wellbeing has been understood anecdotally, but a long-term study has recently been able to demonstrate this with data. In this epsiode of BLA.C.K Medicine, Dr Mikayala Couch chats with Kirsty Nichols about Mayi Kuwayu, a ground-breaking research project tracking Indigenous health over time ..read more

Worimi woman, obstetrician & gynaecologist Dr Marilyn Clarke chats with Mikayla about inspiring other Indigenous women to enter the world of medicine and obstetrics. They provide insights and clarity around some of the common issues that women frequently raise with General Practitioners on the use of intrauterine devices (IUDs ..read more

For time poor health practitioners, social and emotional wellbeing can often take a back seat to treating physical ailments. But a more holistic approach can produce much better outcomes for Indigenous patients. In this episode Dr Mikayla Couch chats with Uncle Dave and Angela from Wellmob, about the social and emotional wellbeing model of health care, and their mission to make the resources available to all ..read more

Remote nursing can be a challenging but rewarding pathway for those keen to work outside of the hospital system. For travel nurse Keeley Starling, it offered the opportunity to see more of Australia and taught her to adapt her nursing skills to new environments. In this episode of BLA.C.K. Medicine, Dr Mikayla Couch talks to Keeley about the highs and lows of nursing in far flung places, her interest in renal health, and unexpected TikTok fame ..read more

Bianca Smith is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, Iridologist, proud Yuin woman and mother. She talks to Dr Mikayla Couch about her passion for empowering women and supporting our mob to heal their bodies & look after themselves ..read more