Coffee Before Clinicals
Real nurses. Real professors. Real support for nursing students.
Nursing school is hard. We’re here to make it a little easier.
Coffee Before Clinicals is a podcast created by nurse educators who understand what it’s really like to balance exams, clinicals, care plans, and the never-ending pressure to “figure it all out.”
Hosted by experienced nursing professors, this show is your go-to space for:
This isn’t a polished lecture or a YouTube recap. It’s the voice of nurses who’ve been where you are—and now walk beside you in the classroom and on the floor. Whether you’re on your way to clinical, prepping for the NCLEX, or questioning everything during finals week, we’ve got your back.
No fluff. No judgment. Just coffee, clinicals, and the clarity you need to keep going.
New episodes drop when you need them most.
Follow wherever you listen—and grab your coffee before clinicals.
Professor Jennifer is a nursing educator, former critical care nurse, and your go-to guide through the chaos of nursing school. On Coffee Before Clinicals, she blends real-world tips, study strategies, and emotional support to help you feel seen, prepared, and just a little more human on your path to becoming a nurse.
Dr. Suzanne McWilliams, DNP, serves as the Director of Northern Arizona (Flagstaff Campus) for NAU’s College of Nursing and holds the position of Associate Clinical Professor in the same college. She plays a pivotal role bridging academic leadership and clinical instruction, guiding nursing education and faculty while also shaping the student experience through practical, practice-focused learning.
Shane Watson is a public speaker, recovery consultant, and mental health educator who has spent 12 years working in the field of mental and behavioral health and wellness. He’s performed over 600 speaking engagements at schools, corporations, community groups, and conferences throughout the U.S., and has done more than 100 local and national media interviews including appearances on the Today Show, Good Day New York, PBS, and Kansas City Live. Shane speaks on topics including addiction and recovery, suicide prevention and intervention, depression, healthy technology use, bullying, substance use prevention and more. As a professional, a parent, and an individual 13 years in recovery from addiction and alcoholism, he is passionate about using his experience to help others thrive and succeed.