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Season 1

Jan. 20, 2025

Psychedelic Renaissance: Insights from Ethnopharmacologist Dennis McK…

In this riveting episode of RealPharma , hosts Na-Ri Oh and Ian Wendt sit down with the renowned ethnopharmacologist, Dennis McKenna, to explore the profound intersection of nature, science, and healing. From Dennis’s storied...

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Dec. 16, 2024

Jason Scharf Explains How the Bio-Innovation Tech Stack Is Changing E…

In this episode of the Real Pharma Podcast, hosts Ian Wendt and Dr. Na-Ri Oh and guest Jason Scharf delve into the evolving landscape of TechBio, exploring its definition, the rise of bio innovation, and the challenges and op...

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Dec. 2, 2024

Radiopharmaceuticals: The Future of Precision Medicine with Roger Est…

In this conversation, Roger Estafanos discusses the evolving field of radiopharmaceuticals, highlighting their transformative impact on cancer treatment and patient care. He explains the targeted nature of these therapies, th...

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Nov. 18, 2024

Decoding Digital Marketing: Insights from Aaron Burnett

In this conversation, Aaron Burnett, from Wheelhouse DMG, discusses the rapid evolution of digital marketing in the healthcare sector, emphasizing the importance of data strategy and compliance with regulations like HIPAA. He...

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Nov. 4, 2024

AI Recap - Andree Bates Episode Review

In this latest episode of RealPharma, we’re diving back into the fascinating world of AI in pharma, breaking down all the insights from our conversation with the brilliant Andree Bates! If you missed it or want to catch the h...

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Oct. 21, 2024

Mastering Omnichannel: Insights with Philip Vyt

In this episode, Dr. Na-Ri Oh and Ian Wendt sit down with Philip Vyt, a renowned expert in omnichannel strategy and founder of Shyft, a consultancy specializing in omnichannel approaches for biopharma. They delve into the key...

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Oct. 7, 2024

Staying Ahead In Your Pharma Career with Kristiaan Rawlings

In this episode, Dr. Na-Ri and Ian Wendt welcome back Kristiaan Rawlings, from EPM Scientific to discuss the latest trends in pharma and biotech hiring. They explore the key drivers of hiring, the impact of AI and advanced an...

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Sept. 23, 2024

Opioid Epidemic: Michael Barnes on the Fight to End the Crisis

In this episode, Ian Wendt and Dr. Na-Ri Oh interview Michael C. Barnes, Chairman of the Center for US Policy, about the US opioid crisis. They discuss the evolution of US policy on opioids, the impact of the crisis on differ...

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Sept. 9, 2024

Medical Affairs Reimagined: Danny McBryan on Shaping Pharma’s Future

Danny McBryan, an executive leader in the pharmaceutical industry, discusses the evolving role of medical affairs in healthcare. He highlights the importance of medical affairs in conveying the science of pharmaceutical compa...

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Aug. 26, 2024

Empowering the Patient Voice: A Deep Dive into Advocacy with Stacey T…

In this episode, Na-Ri and Ian interview Stacey Tinianov, an independent patient advocate and founder of Advocates for Collaborative Education. They discuss the importance of patient advocacy, the role of digital health, and ...

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Aug. 12, 2024

AI Revolution: Transforming Biopharma with Andree Bates

Summary Dr. Andrée Bates, a pioneering force in the realm of artificial intelligence within the pharmaceutical industry, shares insights on the evolving role of AI in pharma, the future of healthcare innovation, and her advoc...

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July 29, 2024

Unmasking PBMs: Antonio Ciaccia Exposes the Hidden Power Players in H…

Summary In this episode, Dr. Na-Ri Oh and Ian Wendt discuss Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) and their impact on drug pricing and patient access to medications. They are joined by Antonio Ciaccia, CEO of 46 Brooklyn Research ...

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July 17, 2024

340B Controversy: Who Really Benefits from Drug Discounts?

In this episode, Dr. Na-Ri Oh and Ian Wendt discuss the 340B drug pricing program with guest William Sarraille, a healthcare law expert. They explore the origins of the program and its intended purpose. However, the program h...

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July 1, 2024

From Biotech Breakthroughs to Food Tech Revolution: Dr. Ron Shigeta’s…

Summary Dr. Ron Shigeta, a pioneer in the biotech startup ecosystem, shares his insights and experiences in this episode. He discusses the success of IndieBio, a biotech accelerator that demonstrated the potential of modest i...

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June 17, 2024

From the Forest to your Pharmacy: Dr. Steven King’s Ethnobotanical Jo…

In this enlightening episode of the RealPharma Podcast, hosts Ian Wendt and Dr. Nari Oh sit down with Dr. Steven King, a luminary in the field of ethnobotanical research and sustainable pharmaceutical development. Dr. King, c...

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June 3, 2024

Command the Room: Dr. Laura Sicola’s Strategies for Executive Communi…

Command the Room: Dr. Laura Sicola's Strategies for Executive Communication Excellence Hosts: Dr. Na-Ri Oh and Ian Wendt In this episode of the Real Pharma Podcast, we delve into the intricacies of effective executive communi...

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May 20, 2024

Drug Importation Debate: Ilisa Bernstein on the Global Pill

Summary Ilisa Bernstein, a senior Vice President at the American Pharmacists Association, discusses the history and current landscape of drug importation policies with a focus on Florida's program. Safety concerns, supply cha...

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May 6, 2024

Navigating Your Biopharma Career: A Masterclass with Recruiter Kristi…

Summary In this episode, Kristiaan Rawlings discusses the 2024-2025 Commercial Market Update and Salary Guide produced by EPM Scientific. The life sciences sector remains resilient due to aging populations, scientific advance...

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April 22, 2024

Pioneering Precision: Kira Dineen on Genetics’ Role in Tailored Thera…

Summary In this episode, hosts Ian Wendt and Dr. Na-Ri Oh , and guest Kira Dineen discuss the intersection of genomics and healthcare. They explore the concept of personalized medicine and how advancements in genomics are rev...

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April 8, 2024

Venture Capital & Biopharma: Jim Trenkle on Pioneering Health Innovat…

Dive into the high-stakes world of Venture Capital in biopharma with Jim Trenkle! Have you ever wondered what it takes to turn groundbreaking scientific discoveries into life-saving treatments? What role do venture capitalist...

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March 25, 2024

Decoding HEOR: Iris Tam’s Insights on Pharma’s Value-Based Future

Join us on a deep dive into the world of Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) with the remarkable Iris Tam, PharmD, a luminary in value-based evidence generation within the biopharma industry. In this episode, our ho...

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March 10, 2024

Redefining Fertility Care: Shelley Bailey’s Journey with Famlee

Dive into the world of fertility with Shelley Bailey, the visionary founder and CEO of Famlee Fertility, on our latest episode. Discover Shelley's personal journey that led to the creation of Famlee, a company revolutionizing...

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Feb. 26, 2024

A Surgeon General’s Perspective: Dr. Adams on Health Innovation and E…

Dr. Jerome Adams, the 20th US Surgeon General, discusses various topics related to public health, including Operation Warp Speed, diversity in clinical trials, improving healthcare access and outcomes, addressing health inequ...

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Feb. 15, 2024

Advocacy in Action: Coy Stout’s Vision for Empowered Healthcare

Trying to understand how pharma can effectively partner with patient advocates to support better patient outcomes? In this episode, Coy Stout discusses his journey in patient advocacy and the intersection of patient advocacy,...

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