Grade 1 View is the podcast for future CRNAs, by future CRNAs, a partnership between Beyond the Mask and the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA). Grade 1 View is a twice-monthly podcast with ~30 minute episodes. We are seeking SRNA/RRNA applicants for our third season (2027) host team. There is a 4 person host team that rotates hosting duties. Podcast topics are solicited by listener outreach and form available year round, and selected by the hosts and/or steering committee. Please note that the host position is a one-year term commitment (December 2026 - December 2027). Grade 1 View host team typically includes a mix of first-, second-, and a third-year students/residents.
Questions about this opportunity? Contact Erin Ransford, AANA Director of Executive Programs / podcast director, at eransford@aana.com.

This call for applicants is limited to SRNAs/RRNAs that have at least 12 months left in their program as of November 1, 2026. Host submissions are due November 1, 2026.

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1. Name (Required.)

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3. Cell Phone Number (Required.)

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4. Home / Mailing Address (Required.)

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5. Nurse Anesthesia Program / School (Required.)

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6. Program Location (City, State) (Required.)

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7. Program End Date (anticipated) (Required.)

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8. Personal Statement / Statement of Interest (Required.)

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9. If you are a listener of Grade 1 View, what do you think should or could be changed and why? (Required.)

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10. What excites you about this opportunity? (Required.)

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11. Link to Audio Sample (Optional)

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12. Upload a letter of support / acknowledgement from your program director. (Required.)

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13. Upload CV (Required.)

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