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The Unseen Curriculum: Formation Series #8: Visibility without Distortion with Tye Bate

June 4, 2026June 4, 2026Leave a Comment

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In this episode, Dr Michael Shambira sits down with Tye Bate, the founder and dental marketing expert from 230media.dental to unpack the role of social media in modern dentistry. We explore identity, comparison, content pressure, and how to build an online presence without distorting who you are. This is not about growth hacks. It’s about clarity.

The Unseen curriculum: Formation Series #7 – High Standards Without Self-Punishment with Dr Sam Gidaro

May 25, 2026July 9, 2026Leave a Comment

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In this episode, I sit down with Dr Sam Gidaro to unpack a tension many high-performing students and early-career dentists feel but rarely articulate: how do you pursue excellence without turning that pursuit inward?

The Unseen Curriculum: Formation series #6 – When ambition outpaces judgement with Dr Michael Frazis

May 11, 2026May 11, 2026Leave a Comment

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In this episode of the Formation series, Mike sits down with Dr Michael Frazis, Director of Education at Ripe Global, to explore the blind spots that shape early-career growth in dentistry.

Feature #101 – The journey behind the title with Dr Rand Younes

May 1, 2026May 1, 2026Leave a Comment

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Ahmed Issa sits down with Dr Rand Younes to explore the journey behind the title. From arriving in Australia as a young immigrant with little English, to becoming dux of her school, launching a mobile dental service at just 17, and building a career grounded in purpose, service, and impact.

Feature #100: Mastering Patient Care & Expectations with Dr Sam Gidaro

April 24, 2026April 28, 2026Leave a Comment

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Stepping out of dental school and into a thriving practice can be entirely overwhelming, but it
doesn’t have to be. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Sam Gidaro to explore the realities of
clinical life, the pressures of practice ownership, and how to find the perfect mentor to accelerate
your growth

The Unseen Curriculum: Formation Series #5 – The Multifaceted Clinician with Dr Waleed Arshad

April 10, 2026April 28, 2026Leave a Comment

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In this episode, Ahmed Issa and Dr. Waleed break down why dental school only teaches you the bare minimum to
succeed. Dr Waleed shares invaluable insights on integrating sales psychology to ethically simplify
treatment plans, exposes the messy reality behind perfect social media before-and-after cases, and
explains why becoming a multifaceted professional is the true key to standing out against corporate
competition.

The Unseen Curriculum: Formation Series #4 – Learning without ego with Dr Matt Hedge

March 25, 2026May 25, 2026Leave a Comment

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In this episode of the Formation series, Dr. Mike Shambira talks with Dr Matt Hedge, a cosmetic dentist on the Gold Coast, to unpack what it actually means to learn well in the early years of dentistry.
They talk about staying teachable, building confidence without rushing it, and finding the balance between ambition and humility. Matt shares how surrounding yourself with the right people, seeking feedback, and taking a self-directed approach to growth can quietly compound over time.
This isn’t about learning faster. It’s about learning properly — and becoming the kind of dentist who continues to improve long after the early years.
If you’re a student or new graduate trying to navigate the pressure to perform while still developing your skills, this episode will help steady your approach.

Most played episode series #7 – Becoming confident and competent with Dr Maria Avis

March 20, 2026March 20, 2026Leave a Comment

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In this episode, Maria walks us through her experiences in dental school, and more importantly, how her graduate job positions set her up to become the comprehensive dentist she is now. Maria is a business owner of her private clinic, Akoya Dental, mother of two boys and two dogs. Listen to this special chat with Maria as this episode is jam packed with info

The Unseen Curriculum: Formation Series #2 – Rapid progress without being reckless with Drs Johan Weemaes and Greg Fine

March 10, 2026March 25, 2026Leave a Comment

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Join Dr. Johan and Dr. Greg as they sit down with Mike to discuss the delicate balance between
ambition and safety in a young dentist’s career. From their early days in private practice to
launching their own implantology diploma, they share the roadmap for rapid progression without
crossing the line into recklessness.

Most played episode series #6 – The Cracked Tooth with Dr Michael Mandikos

March 3, 2026March 3, 2026Leave a Comment

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One of the most common findings when charting is a crack in a tooth, but determining the severity and the right treatment path can be a dilemma. In this episode, host Erica Hwin sits down with specialist prosthodontist Dr. Michael Mandikos to decode the complexities of cracked teeth, from initial diagnosis to the final restoration.