Episode 14: Trad Wife Hypocrisy and Life Beyond Medicine with Dr. Sasha Haddad

Dr. Sasha Haddad joins us on this week's episode of Inside Thoughts Out Loud. As the creator behind the massively popular "Once Upon a Doctor" pages, Sasha discusses her journey of stepping onto TikTok during medical school and building a supportive community of over 3 million followers. We dive into the realities of content creation, navigating the pressures of cancel culture, and why she refuses to stay silent on controversial global topics despite the potential backlash. Sasha also shares her strong take on the modern "trad wife" trend, emphasizing exactly why women must prioritize their education, autonomy, and financial independence to protect themselves. Beyond her social media success, we discuss the intense physical toll of practicing medicine and her goal to eventually build a career that extends beyond her physical presence. Sasha opens up about balancing her identity as a physician with her personal passions, proving that doctors don't have to be perfect robots to deeply connect with their patients.Chapters:00:00 - Episode Preview01:00 - Welcome Dr. Sasha Haddad02:18 - Starting "Once Upon a Doctor" during the pandemic06:22 - The first viral TikTok video10:27 - The problem with virality and shifting content niches13:48 - Speaking out on controversial topics & cancel culture22:25 - Breaking down the social media "Trad Wife" trend26:01 - The unpaid value of stay-at-home moms vs. female autonomy31:55 - What is next for Dr. Sasha Haddad?34:27 - Why doctors shouldn't be expected to be perfect robots