{"podcast":{"title":"MGMA Podcasts","slug":"mgma-podcasts-220052","podcast_index_feed_id":220052,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/mgma-podcasts","website_url":"https://www.mgma.com/podcasts","image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/iBtmjVpU9D29VjqAfLGs2U3Us-t9jy7tYp_kNWTYmW0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yZWEz/ZWU5NmM0NTlmNWVj/Mjk1YjBkYjhmZTk0/MTA2YS5qcGc.jpg","author":"MGMA","episode_count":770,"summary":"Welcome to the MGMA Podcast Network, your gateway to insightful discussions and expert analysis on key topics in healthcare management. Dive into a diverse array of shows tailored to meet the interests and needs of healthcare professionals like you. Explore the experiences and perspectives of trailblazing women in healthcare on \"Women in Healthcare,\" or discover innovative strategies and solutions for your practice on \"Business Solutions.\" Stay updated on the latest industry trends and news with \"Week in Review,\" and gain valuable insights from industry leaders and MGMA members on \"Member Spotlight.\" Don't miss our flagship show, \"MGMA Insights,\" where we delve deep into the most pressing issues facing healthcare organizations today. Whether you're seeking inspiration, practical advice, or in-depth analysis, the MGMA Podcast Network is your trusted companion on your journey towards excellence in healthcare management. Tune in and join the conversation today!","last_synced_at":"2026-07-15T14:18:46.381160+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mgma-podcasts-220052"},"episode":{"title":"Crack the Code & Build Trust: Communication Lessons From Undercover Cop Pamela Barnum","slug":"crack-the-code-build-trust-communication-lessons-from-undercover-cop-pamela-barnum","published_at":"2026-02-04T17:12:10+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mgma-podcasts-220052/crack-the-code-build-trust-communication-lessons-from-undercover-cop-pamela-barnum","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mgma-podcasts-220052","url":"https://mgma-podcasts.transistor.fm/751","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/5ea8ec8c/9432d614.mp3","summary":"This week on the MGMA Insights Podcast , Sr. Editor and host Daniel Williams chats with communication strategist Pamela Barnum, MPA, JD, whose undercover law‑enforcement career and time as a federal prosecutor offer a masterclass in reading people fast. Their conversation dives into those invisible layers of communication: the signals, cues, and micro‑behaviors that shape trust long before words do. Barnum breaks down her 3D Communication Framework ( Display, Decode, Deliver ), offering actionable strategies to defuse conflict, sharpen communication, improve team connection, and manage the rise in disruptive behavior in healthcare environments. This episode also previews her keynote at next month's MGMA Financial Conference . Key Takeaways [06:08] Understanding the real weight of nonverbal communication Barnum explains why the old “7% rule” is misleading — but why nonverbal cues (tone, cadence, pauses, presence) still drive the majority of how trust is built in clinical and leadership conversations. [08:50] Combatting time pressure and distraction in healthcare settings Barnum highlights behaviors — like checking a watch, reaching for a door, or multitasking — that unintentionally signal disengagement, and how leaders can stay fully present without adding time to already packed schedules. [12:25] The 3D Communication Framework: Display, Decode, Deliver Learn why healthcare leaders must master these three skills to reduce misunderstandings, strengthen relationships, and influence outcomes during team discussions, patient encounters, or financial presentations. [14:45] How to project calm confidence in emotionally charged moments Practical strategies for slowing down, regulating your tone, and signaling psychological safety when conversations escalate — essential for lea…","meta_description":"This week on the MGMA Insights Podcast , Sr. Editor and host Daniel Williams chats with communication strategist Pamela Barnum, MPA, JD, whose undercover…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1631,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/mgma-podcasts-220052/episodes/crack-the-code-build-trust-communication-lessons-from-undercover-cop-pamela-barnum/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mgma-podcasts-220052/crack-the-code-build-trust-communication-lessons-from-undercover-cop-pamela-barnum.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}