Reviews
Rate ShowI love this podcast!
I have listened to this podcast almost all day today! Margaret and Preston are similar and different in ways where they bring different perspectives to the same topic and bounce a lot of ideas off of each other. I like that they don’t always 100% agree or have the same take. They cover difficult topics with humor while still being respectful for the subject which is really hard to do well! I also love the long episode length so that they can really get more in depth with a topic. Thank you for making this podcast!!!!!!!!
Must listen!!!
I love listening to this podcast on my long runs and commutes to work. Preston and Margaret have such great banter and bounce ideas off each other in such an interesting way, offering their experiences and insights on patient care, burnout, work-life balance, residency and academics. They do a great job of balancing honest, vulnerable conversations with digestible discussions about medicine. As a nursing student , I really appreciate the psychological implications on pathologies I would have otherwise never considered to lead to mental health complications. Whether you are in the healthcare field, considering a career in healthcare or curious about mental health and psychiatry, you MUST LISTEN to this podcast!
- Can't get enough !
- July 6, 2025
Pod Review
I love listening to this podcast! So informative, and I like the banter between you two. Listened to two episodes on my long run today and it kept me so entertained!
- Tacodile
- June 22, 2025
Insanely good!!!
I regularly tell my friends that I think they make this podcast specifically for me. Every time a new episode comes out the topic pleasantly surprises me. I could never be a medical doctor but I’ve always been super interested in psych and I am a scientist so the focus on science, research, and clinical work is fascinating to me. Preston and Margaret are so funny they regularly make me laugh out loud. Quickly becoming one of my favorite podcasts <3
- Evergreenalto
- May 23, 2025
Relatable & Funny
Funny I especially liked how they explained the terms they use. And the cohosts make it funny, where even a nonclinican can enjoy
- MarcieB76
- May 21, 2025
Relatable, practical, thought-provoking
As an incoming psychiatry resident, How to Be Patient has been very thought-provoking. The hosts, psych residents themselves, bring a refreshing mix of clinical insight, self-awareness, and humor to each episode. I love how they weave pop culture into deeper conversations about identity, growth, and what it really means to care for others and ourselves. Their honesty and relatability make the podcast feel like a conversation with trusted mentors and friends. I love it!!!
- psychiatryintern
- May 10, 2025
Let Margaret laugh!
Pls disregard the previous review criticizing the laughter. In a world where prospects are bleak, we need silliness and joy more than ever. Love the pod!
- ctrl.vi
- May 7, 2025
Pelvic Dance Floor episode
I laughed out loud so many times this episode, how refreshing and delightful. It’s so great to hear medical professionals be real humans and talk about their work with passion at the same time. Keep up the good work
- BlairWatson
- May 6, 2025
Thanks for being my comfort podcast
Besides listening to your pod every week and being so excited for the next episode to come out- I am taking Step 1 next week and have been the most anxious I have ever felt. I took a break to lay down and put the social anxiety episode on and it really helped me take a beat. Your voices are calming, your dynamic is great, and I love watching your growth as podcast hosts. As a med student, learning from residents helps so much because of your perspective, where you are in training, and more relatability. You guys rock, thanks for doing this in your busy schedule, love your stuff- cheering you on!
Love the running/exercise episodes!
I'm really enjoying the content about exercise and mental health! I'm a school psych, and way back in 2004 I was writing grad school papers on mental health and the rise of high stakes testing particularly because when there is more of an emphasis on the tests, there is less time for play & physical activity for kids. I love my local run club, and started my own at the middle school where I work. It's important to note that run clubs should welcome all paces, and that run/walk intervals *are* running. Running is intimidating enough, no need to make it exclusionary!
Such a great podcast!
Thank you for talking about hard things and sharing information with all of us. This podcast is so well done and impactful for a variety of people at different stages of their lives.
- ammagner
- March 9, 2025
A better “medical” podcast
Just found this a week ago. 30 yr critical care + multiple subspecialties nurse here. I’m still working hard despite my own significant complicated medical/surgical/ mental/neurodivergent challenges 😉. I love hearing your empathy for people. And discussion about how to not people please patients. Honesty is sometimes a difficult topic to have with patients but it truly is the kindest. Detaching with love is the healthiest maneuver for me in relation to patients, and coworkers. The pandemic broke so many of us AND it also gave space for such new creative means of communication. Great podcast. Looking forward to more.
- Orla’s tea time
- Feb. 18, 2025
Relatable and refreshing
I’m a young attending physician in a different field/subspecialty but very much enjoy this podcast. It resonates both as a person and as a physician on many levels. Well done and thanks! I can’t wait to see and hear how it evolves 😊 (Wow, that sounds super clinical but here we are 😂.)
- ChannelingVanGogh
- Jan. 27, 2025
Approachable, engaging, useful
I’ve worked in behavioral health for 10 years. 6 as a tech, 4 as an RN. Now, starting out my journey as a PMHNP. This approach to education/knowledge/perspective-sharing is so palatable. I’m engaged through the entirety of the episodes and find myself excited at the connections they draw or ideas sparked through their discourse. Currently in my #1 spot, favorite podcast! Keep it coming.
- amdhipp
- Jan. 23, 2025
Great psychoeducation!
I'm a school psych and have really enjoyed the episodes so far! The SAD one was fab for letting me know I'm on the right track with my practices for this time of year. Thanks Preston & Margaret!
- Spicy1first
- Jan. 23, 2025
Phenomenal Pod
This podcast offers a refreshing and earnest view into your journeys into psychiatry and what goes into that training and practice. I'm not in healthcare but I really appreciate the window into your world, especially given how I engage in my own mental health journey. As the pod progresses, building out on patient experiences is something I really look forward to.
- Alamo 3
- Jan. 13, 2025
Social Worker learning about psychiatry
This guy has helped me understand the doctors I work with better. Looking forward to listening!
- Sadie Jane H.
- Jan. 12, 2025
NEVER STOP
Already off to a great start. I guess time to start obsessing over presro’s podcast! If you dish it out, I’ll gladly listen endlessly good sir
- MrReub
- Jan. 8, 2025
- Obkenob
- Jan. 7, 2025