Vital Times is the podcast of the California Society of Anesthesiologists, bringing you conversations about anesthesiology, anesthesia care, patient safety, medicine and health care. Tune in every second Tuesday of the month with your hosts Ludwig Lin, MD, and Rita Agarwal, MD, FAAP, FASA. Each episode features insights and perspectives for anesthesiologists, physicians, medical professionals, trainees and anyone interested in the practice of medicine. Whether you’re looking to stay informed on the latest in anesthesia, perioperative care, patient safety, or learn from experts in the field, Vital Times is your go-to source. Join our community of listeners and enrich your knowledge and experience with every episode!
*Views expressed in the podcast are those of the individual guests and hosts.
So You Wanna Be a Podcast Host Contest!
Have you ever wanted to be behind the microphone? Now’s your chance!
The California Society of Anesthesiologists is launching its first Podcast Host Contest, and we’re looking for new voices to join Vital Times, CSA’s podcast hosted by Dr. Ludwig Lin and Dr. Rita Agarwal.
Who can enter?
The contest is open to:
- Anesthesiology residents and fellows at California programs
- Medical students at California medical schools with an interest in anesthesiology
- Any year or subspecialty track
No podcasting experience is required. We want to hear your ideas, your perspective and your voice.
How to enter
Submit two things:
1. A 2–5 minute audio or video file
Introduce yourself or talk about a topic in anesthesiology that interests you. It doesn’t need to be polished—we want to hear how you think and communicate.
2. A 250–500 word written statement
Tell us why podcast hosting interests you, what topics you’d like to explore and who you’d want to interview.
What’s in it for you?
The winner will have the opportunity to host a published episode of Vital Times, receive mentorship from Dr. Lin and Dr. Agarwal, and gain visibility throughout the CSA community. The winner will also be recognized in the CSA Newsletter, on the CSA website and at the CSA Annual Meeting.
Strong submissions may also be considered for future features on the CSA website.
Don’t miss the deadline
Submissions open September 9 and close November 9, 2026.
Submit your entry to: csa@csahq.org
Your voice could be the next one behind the Vital Times microphone.