“Roadtrip Nation” presents Degree of Impact, a documentary following three doctoral students as they travel across the country to interview professionals in their respective fields. One of the students, Kylie Yearwood, is a registered nurse who is working on her Ph.D. Along with her fellow road trippers, Yearwood sat down with ANA President Pamela Cipriano, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, to discuss career paths, challenges, and advice on how to use their advanced degree to make a difference.
From professors to musicians, the documentary is comprised of 12 interviews with professionals, all of whom have doctorates. Other featured leaders include: Dr. Nancy Irwin, an expert in clinical psychology and certified hypnotherapist, Colorado State Senator Irene Aguilar, and Adam Foss, Founder of Prosecutor Impact. The complete episode is now available online and is airing on PBS in select markets.