In this episode of the podcast we will talk about me. I turned 30!

My 20s? A beautiful disaster. I spent a decade fumbling through bad decisions, broke bank accounts, heartbreaks that felt like near-death experiences, and lessons that came with receipts I still can’t pay off. But somehow, all that chaos turned me into someone stronger, smarter, and a little more dangerous—in the best way.

Now in my 30s, I’m done surviving and ready to thrive. This is where we turn the pain into power, laugh at the wreckage, and talk about what it really takes to grow, heal, and glow the hell up. I’ll share the hard-earned wisdom, messy stories, and the moments that broke me and built me.

Your 30s aren’t the end—they’re the upgrade. Let’s get into it.

On this episode of I Beg Your Pardon, we’re joined by a powerhouse in scrubs — a Black nurse, social media force, and unapologetic queen of resilience. From earning her degree to inspiring thousands online, she breaks down what it really means

to heal while hustling, and how she deals with love from the community and shade from the sidelines.

We talk purpose, pressure, and the power of showing up as your full self — even when the haters are loud. Trust, this one’s for anyone chasing goals with grace and grit.

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of abuse, trauma, and emotional distress that may be difficult for some listeners. Please take care while listening.

In this powerful episode of I Beg Your Pardon this Nursing Week, we sit down with Katie Duke — nurse, trailblazer, and one of the first influencers to put nursing on the social media map. Katie opens up about her early struggles with life, abuse, her career as a nurse, moving from the country to the city, and the tough path she walked to rebuild her life in New York City. From working night shifts to becoming a nationally recognized voice in healthcare, Katie shares how she turned pain into purpose, setbacks into strength, and built a brand without losing her identity. Raw, real, and deeply inspiring — this is the story behind the scrubs.