Best Ri Science Podcasts (2025)

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What can dogs teach us about the microbiome? - with Bushra Schuitemaker 40:03

21d ago40:03

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How similar is your microbiome to your dog’s? How do volcanoes influence the microbiome of the earth? And what links the microbiome to epilepsy? It’s not just the gut that has a microbiome – everything from your phone screen to the soles of your shoes has a community of microorganisms residing together that forms a microbiome. But the microbiome in…

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From Rock Star to Rare Disease Revolutionary: Casey McPherson’s Fight for His Daughter’s Life 55:24

8d ago55:24

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Episode Title: From Rock Star to Rare Disease Revolutionary: Casey McPherson’s Fight for His Daughter’s Life In this deeply personal and inspiring conversation, hosts Na-Ri Oh and Ian Wendt sit down with Casey McPherson, founder and CEO of AlphaRose Therapeutics—and acclaimed recording artist—to explore how one father’s determination to save his da…

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Behind the PBM Curtain: Antonio Ciaccia Exposes the Game 59:39

22d ago59:39

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Episode Title: Behind the PBM Curtain: Antonio Ciaccia Exposes the Game Show Notes: In this compelling episode of Real Pharma, hosts Na-Ri Oh and Ian Wendt welcome back Antonio Ciaccia, CEO of 46brooklyn Research and President of 3 Axis Advisors, for a hard-hitting discussion on the power and pitfalls of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). PBMs remai…

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When innovating for health and circularity involves navigating global affairs. Alison Cove, Founder, USEFULL 38:41

1M ago38:41

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Send us a text Our guest today is Alison Cove, founder of USEFULL, a circular reuse solution that partners with college campuses to make student takeout meals a zero-waste and microplastic-free experience. With a business focused on domestic health and circularity, Alison never thought she’d be so affected by global affairs. She has navigated her b…

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340B or Bust: Is This Program Failing the Sick 54:38

1M ago54:38

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🎙️ 340B or Bust: Is This Program Failing the Sick? This week on Real Pharma, hosts Dr. Na-Ri Oh and Ian Wendt dive into the tangled world of 340B with returning guest William “Bill” Sarraille—one of the most respected voices in healthcare law, an active patient advocate, and a rare disease patient himself. The 340B Drug Pricing Program was intended…

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Building an Ocean Community. Paul Holthus, Founding President, World Ocean Council 46:30

1M ago46:30

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Send us a text Today's guest is Paul Holthus. Paul is a blue economy visionary. He is the founding president and CEO Emirati of the World Ocean Council, affectionately called the WOC. Founded in 2008, long before anyone was talking about the blue economy, WOC's aim is to unite ocean industries in order to support cooperative corporate ocean respon…

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Paging Dr. ChatGPT with Bryce Sady 56:54

2M ago56:54

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Episode Title: Paging Dr. ChaptGPT with Bryce Sady AI Adoption in Healthcare: Navigating the Present and Shaping the Future with Bryce Sady Episode Description: On today's insightful episode of RealPharma, hosts Dr. Na-Ri Oh and Ian Wendt sit down with Bryce Sady, Vice President of Product Development at PSL Group's Medical Education and Communicat…

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The science behind ACL injuries in women's football - with Blake Rivers and Grace Vella 41:04

2M ago41:04

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The Women's Euros kick off next Wednesday, once again bringing attention to the epidemic of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries in women’s football. But why is it that women are six times more likely to suffer from these injuries, and what research is being done to understand it further? This month we’re looking at the science behind the ACL,…

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Boosting biochar and community. Jason Dodier, Co-Founder GRAIN Ecosystem & Fountainhead RI 40:30

2M ago40:30

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Send us a text Happy planet Wednesday! We are kicking off a new season, and today I'm just delighted to welcome Jason Dodier, a recognized global authority on the circular economy, biochar and decarbonization. His company, Grain Ecosystem, is an AI and data-driven solution that revolutionizes waste to energy products. They position biochar, which w…

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Hiring Heat Check: What’s Hot in Biotech + Pharma Talent in Mid-2025 54:12

2M ago54:12

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Episode Title: “Hiring Heat Check: What’s Hot in Biotech + Pharma Talent in Mid-2025” 🎙️ Hosts: Ian Wendt & Na-Ri Oh 🎧 Guest: Kristiaan Rawlings, Executive Recruiter at EPM Scientific Episode Overview: This week, fan favorite Kristiaan Rawlings returns to RealPharma to give us the raw and real insights on pharma and biotech hiring trends as we hit …

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De-westernizing the history of science - with Gianamar Giovannetti-Singh 29:37

3M ago29:37

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When we think of the biggest historical figures in science, names like Isaac Newton and Michael Faraday tend to come to mind. But the discoveries made by these individuals could never have happened without the contributions of countless others around the world, whose names and stories are often left out of the picture. Former Royal Institution Free…

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The Future of Biotech 59:53

3M ago59:53

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🎙 Episode Title: The Future of Biotech Guest: Andrew Craig, Founder of Plain English Finance | Author of Our Future is Biotech 📌 Episode Summary In this bold and wide-ranging conversation, Ian Wendt and Na-Ri Oh sit down with Andrew Craig—British investor, entrepreneur, and author—to explore how biotechnology is poised to shape the next century in …

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Rooted in Results: The Future of Functional Medicine with Dr. Erica Armstrong 49:25

3M ago49:25

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🎙 Episode Title: Rooted in Results: The Future of Functional Medicine with Dr. Erica Armstrong 🧬 Episode Summary In this episode, Dr. Na-Ri Oh and Ian Wendt sit down with Dr. Erica Armstrong, board-certified family medicine physician and founder of Root Functional Medicine, to explore the promise, challenges, and evolution of functional medicine. D…

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Cracking the Code on Patient Engagement: Conversational AI with Dan Fox 45:44

4M ago45:44

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🎙️ RealPharma Podcast Episode Title: Cracking the Code on Patient Engagement: Conversational AI with Dan Fox 🗓️ Release Date: May 5, 2025 🎧 Hosts: Dr. Na-Ri Oh & Ian Wendt 🎤 Guest: Dan Fox, Managing Director of Healthcare at Drips Episode Summary: In this eye-opening episode, we welcome Dan Fox, a trailblazer in AI-powered patient communication, to…

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Understanding antimicrobial resistance - with Gabriel Astorga 33:02

4M ago33:02

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How do microbes including bacteria become resistant to treatment? What can we do to prevent it? And why do we have tuberculosis to thank for the creation of cowboy hats? This month, PhD student and award-winning science communicator Gabriel Astorga joins us to answer all these questions and more, as we look under the hood of antimicrobial resistanc…

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Healthcare Leadership and Resilience with Grace Magedman 45:31

4M ago45:31

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In this powerful and deeply human episode of RealPharma, we’re joined by Grace Magedman, PharmD—former Chief Pharmacy Officer at Children’s Hospital of Orange County, functional medicine practitioner, and founder of The Magidman Group. Grace takes us inside her 20+ years of hospital pharmacy leadership, where she navigated high-stakes medication de…

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How climate change affects the brain - with Clayton Aldern and Sanjay Sisodiya 35:25

5M ago35:25

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John Tyndall first announced his discovery of greenhouse gases in a Royal Institution Discourse back in 1862. Since then, our understanding of the science of climate change has come on leaps and bounds in some areas, but in others we are only just scratching the surface. This month, we hear from neuroscientist-turned-journalist Clayton Aldern and P…

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Bridging the Gap in Cancer Care Part 2: Dr. Yaming Wang on Innovation, Access, and the Power of Knowledge 48:24

5M ago48:24

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In this second part of our deep dive into hematology and oncology, we welcome back Dr. Yaming Wang, founder of Alphabet Health LTD and an expert in molecular oncology, pharmaceutical strategy, and medical education. Building on our previous discussion, we explore cutting-edge advancements in cancer diagnostics and therapies, including the promise a…

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Ocean surveillance in a fast changing world. Ian Estaphan Owen; Jaia Robotics 44:27

6M ago44:27

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Send us a text Happy Planet Wednesday! Today we travel to Rhode Island, the ocean state, where, fittingly, the blue economy is thriving. Ian Estaphan Owen, Co-Founder of JAIA Robotics didn't grow up in Rhode Island but rather coastal Wales where he became passionate about the ocean. On his road to entrepreneurship, he even did a stint with the Brit…

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Bridging the Gap in Cancer Care Part1: Dr. Yaming Wang on Innovation, Access, and the Power of Knowledge 48:23

6M ago48:23

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🎙 RealPharma Podcast – Oncology Part 1: Understanding the Cancer Universe with Dr. Yaming Wang Cancer is one of the most complex and pressing challenges in modern medicine. But how much do we really understand about it? In this first episode of our two-part oncology deep dive, we sit down with Dr. Yaming Wang, founder of Alphabet Health, to break d…

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Statistical uncertainty in the modern world - with David Spiegelhalter 38:32

6M ago38:32

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Sir David Spiegelhalter is a national treasure in the world of statistics, achieving everything from a knighthood to appearing on Total Wipeout. In light of giving the first Discourse in their bicentennial year, David explores how risk and uncertainty have affected his own life, and how to understand the statistics we see every day. Ri Science Podc…

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Restructuring for the Planet. TECO 2030 gets a new life for its fuel cells. 32:36

6M ago32:36

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Send us a text I have been at this long enough by now - 61 episodes!- to see some great successes and some disappointing failures. This week's guest tells a story that's a bit of both, but he is not letting failure get in his way. Today we are heading back to Norway to meet again with Tore Enger, Founder of TECO 2030, a company that was looking to …

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The Future of Healing: Stem Cells, Regenerative Medicine & What’s Next 48:52

6M ago48:52

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In this episode of Real Pharma, hosts Na-Ri Oh and Ian Wendt engage with Joshua Kettner, co-founder of DreamBody Clinic, to explore the intricacies of stem cell therapy. They discuss the clinic's unique approach to regenerative medicine, the science behind mesenchymal stem cells, and the various applications and limitations of this therapy. The con…

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Can you have your polar cruise and your healthy climate too? Hugo Hinrichsen and Jenn Bonilla; Positive Polar 51:36

7M ago51:36

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Send us a text Today we are traveling to Chile, the birthplace of Positive Polar, a travel startup aiming to combine luxury cruises with academic research and environmental action. Positive Polar’s sustainable expedition cruises will aim to restore the whale population, amplify oceanic food production and implement high-potential climate mitigation…

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Scientists on Scientists: Being the Christmas Lecturer - with Chris van Tulleken and Monica Grady 44:36

7M ago44:36

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2025 marks the 200 year anniversary of the CHRISTMAS LECTURES from the Royal Institution, as well as Discourses and Michael Faraday’s discovery of Benzene. We’re celebrating throughout the year to mark the occasion, kicking off with a conversation between two previous Christmas Lecturers Chris van Tulleken and Monica Grady. They discuss their exper…

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When aquaculture is about more than seafood. Proscovia Alando, Founder, Samaky Hub 32:25

7M ago32:25

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Send us a text Proscovia is a Kenyan entrepreneur who wears many hats. She is founder of Samaky Hub, an organization that empowers women and youth in Africa's aquaculture sector by offering strategic planning, operational guidance, and marketing support to their ventures. Proscovia is also an African Food Fellow, the Kenyan Program Manager for the …

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Psychedelic Renaissance: Insights from Ethnopharmacologist Dennis McKenna 55:53

7M ago55:53

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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 journey into the world of plant medicines to the evolving landscape of psychedelic therapies, this conversation is as thought…

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Building a business strategy based on actions not words. Heather Myers, Spark No. 9. 40:39

7M ago40:39

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Send us a text Happy new year to all and welcome back to our first episode of 2025! Our guest this week is an entrepreneur who excels at building market strategies. Heather Myers of Spark Number 9 has created her own methodology for getting the market segment answers entrepreneurs so desperately need. An important distinction is that her method rel…

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Unlocking Pharma Career Success in 2025: Insights from Kristiaan Rawlings 45:22

8M ago45:22

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Year-End Wrap-Up with Kristiaan Rawlings In this episode of the Real Pharma Podcast, hosts Ian Wendt and Na-Ri Oh welcome back frequent guest Kristiaan Rawlings, a seasoned commercial pharmaceutical recruiter, for a year-end reflection on the pharmaceutical job market in 2024 and a look ahead to 2025. The discussion highlights key trends, challenge…

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Best of 2024: Science wrapped 29:40

8M ago29:40

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2024 has been a remarkable year for science, so we're taking a look back over the past year at our most memorable moments here on the Ri Science Podcast. From eggs to AI, sustainable plastics to protein folding, we've discussed a fascinating range of topics with even more fascinating guests including Jess Wade and Charan Ranganath. We can't wait to…

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Jason Scharf Explains How the Bio-Innovation Tech Stack Is Changing Everything 57:17

8M ago57:17

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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 opportunities it presents. They discuss the shift from traditional drug development methods to innovative approaches driven by …

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Bonus Episode: PPZZ at the Ri! 11:44

8M ago11:44

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Here's one last surprise from us in 2024 - here's the recording of our set at An Evening of Unnecessary Detail at The Royal Institution! Recorded in October 2024, this set sees us taking a journey around the 7 continents through interconnecting species of plants and animals! We talk pooing bats, birds with STIs and plants that can detect bombs!We l…

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When renewables provide a strategic advantage. Philipp Stratmann, Ocean Power Technologies 38:12

8M ago38:12

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Send us a text Happy Planet Wednesday! This will be our last podcast until 2025 and I want to thank you for tuning in this year! It's been an exceptionally interesting journey for me and I hope you've been enjoying the podcasts. If you have feedback, please do not hesitate to share it. This week we head to New Jersey to speak to Philipp Stratmann, …

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Radiopharmaceuticals: The Future of Precision Medicine with Roger Estafanos 50:42

9M ago50:42

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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, the importance of personalized medicine, and the challenges faced in regulatory processes and patient safety. The discussion al…

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27. Pileated Woodpecker with Elle Kaye 55:20

9M ago55:20

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For the final episode of Season 1 of Planty Planty Zoo Zoo, Steph and Connor are joined by the AMAZING Elle Kaye for a long, winding discussion of the ups and downs of being a taxidermist on the internet, honouring life through art and, of course, woodpeckers🐦‍⬛ We loved having such a raw, honest chat with Elle and are so grateful to her for coming…

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Reducing Building's Carbon Footprint: Nick Farmer, Opal Build 37:11

9M ago37:11

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Send us a text Happy Planet Wednesday! And to American followers, Happy Thanksgiving! During the US presidential debates, we heard a lot about the nearly five million unit housing shortage in the US. While this needs to be addressed urgently, it won't be good for the climate. Traditional building activity accounts for up to 40% of the world's carbo…

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Quantum physics and gender equity - with Jess Wade 52:47

9M ago52:47

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2025 is the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, as marked by the UN, to celebrate 100 years since the birth of quantum mechanics. But quantum science is one of the least diverse areas of science in terms of gender and other protected characteristics. Jess Wade, a physicist and lecturer in functional materials at Imperial College L…

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Decoding Digital Marketing: Insights from Aaron Burnett 54:45

9M ago54:45

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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 highlights the shift from third-party data reliance to first-party data utilization, which enhances marketing effectiveness …

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26. Secretary Bird with Tash from Hatchling Makes 53:06

9M ago53:06

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This episode, we're joined by Tash from Hatchling Makes to chat all things small business, and how art can be used to fly the flag for underappreciated and obscure endangered animals! We also chat about the absolutely gorgeous secretary bird, the latest resident of Planty Planty Zoo Zoo! Also in this episode, a run-through of our trip to Battersea …

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Can Social Change Drive Ocean Conservation? Sea Rangers, Wietse van Der Werf 31:12

9M ago31:12

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Send us a text Happy Planet Wednesday! This week we are hopping across the Atlantic to speak to serial Dutch innovator Wietse van der Werf. Wietse's current venture, Sea Rangers, is a social enterprise that trains youth from underprivileged backgrounds in the maritime trades. Aspiring sea rangers learn while working on ocean conservation missions t…

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AI Recap - Andree Bates Episode Review 13:11

10M ago13:11

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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 highlights, this episode serves up a concise, punchy summary covering everything from predictive analytics to patient outcomes…

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25. Planty Planty Interview-View #14: Axel & Ario Drioli 30:06

10M ago30:06

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🌿🐵 Meet Axel & Ario Drioli - the brothers behind Sounding Wild!🐵🌿 The latest episode of ⁠Planty Planty Zoo Zoo⁠, recorded at Global Birdfair, sees Connor chat to special guests Axel and Ario who talk about their amazing VR community outreach project, Sounding Wild which takes recordings of birds and birdsong across the countries making up migratory…

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Sustainable materials: Trick or treat? - with Mike Shaver 35:13

10M ago35:13

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Halloween means lots of sweets, which in turn means lots of packaging. We’re starting to see more of the packaging on our shelves labelled as sustainable in some way, but are they really? Mike Shaver is a Professor of Polymer Science and Director of the Sustainable Materials Innovation Hub at the University of Manchester, and joins us this month to…

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When things don't go as planned. Shuttering AKUA. Courtney Boyd Rey 39:39

10M ago39:39

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Send us a text Happy Planet Wednesday! I was tempted to call this week’s episode “Unhappy Planet” because in it we grapple with what happens when your startup doesn’t go as planned. When I learned that Courtney Boyd Rey shuttered her seaweed startup AKUA, I reached out to see if she would come on the podcast. Given that over 90% of startups fail, a…

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Mastering Omnichannel: Insights with Philip Vyt 54:52

10M ago54:52

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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 concepts behind omnichannel and its distinction from multichannel, emphasizing the centrality of healthcare professionals (H…

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Can 3D Knitting Fix Fashion? Slater McLean, Oliver Charles 35:21

10M ago35:21

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Send us a text In this episode of the Happy Planet Podcast, host Abigail Carroll interviews Slater McLean, co-founder of Oliver Charles, a sustainable sweater company. Slater discusses the significant environmental impact of the fashion industry and how Oliver Charles is addressing these issues using natural materials like yak wool and seaweed-base…

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Staying Ahead In Your Pharma Career with Kristiaan Rawlings 44:31

11M ago44:31

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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 analytics, and the evolving expectations of candidates. Kristiaan emphasizes the importance of change agents in the industry an…

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Reducing Noise Pollution with the Subsea Quieter - Damien Demoor, Greenov 34:17

11M ago34:17

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Send us a text In this podcast episode, I welcome Damien Demoor, a French engineer and ocean innovator based in France, who introduces his company, Greenov, and its groundbreaking product, the Subsea Quieter. Demoor discusses the significant threat of underwater noise pollution caused by maritime activities, detailing its detrimental effects on mar…

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The search for Earth 2.0 - with Elizabeth Tasker 48:07

11M ago48:07

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What makes a planet habitable? What are we looking for to find Earth 2.0? And how do you get a chunk of an asteroid through airport security? This month, astrophysicist Elizabeth Tasker discusses the latest missions at the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and explores how our knowledge has progressed since she last spoke at the Ri back in …

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24. Planty Planty Interview-View #13: Charlie Bingham 26:55

11M ago26:55

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🌿🐵 Meet Charlie Bingham - author and podcaster!🐵🌿 Step into the latest episode of ⁠Planty Planty Zoo Zoo⁠, recorded at Global Birdfair, where we welcome special guest Charlie Bingham to chat bonobos. 🐵 Meet the Bonobo:Charlie guides us through the fascinating social structures and behaviors of the bonobo, known for its peaceful and cooperative comm…

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