You don’t stop parenting the day you drop your student off to college on Move-in Day. Your role simply changes. (Actually, it’s not simple at all, but it changes.) You’re a parent for life. Join Lynn Abrahams and Vicki Nelson, higher education professionals and former college parents, as they explore the topics that can help you be a more effective and supportive parent to your college bound student. Whether you already have a child in college, college is still a year or more away, or your s ...
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Learn from the brightest CEOs in medtech and healthtech. That's our primary goal with Medsider. We unpack the strategies, tactics, and secrets behind the most successful startups. Join tens of thousands of ambitious doers and get access to the top medical device and health technology thought leaders.
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The Cisco Kid was a popular film, radio, television and comic book series based on the fictional Western character created by O. Henry in his short story, “The Caballero’s Way,” published in 1907 in the collection Heart of the West. Films and television depicted the Cisco Kid as a heroic Mexican caballero, although in O. Henry’s original story he was a non-Hispanic character and a cruel outlaw probably modeled on Billy the Kid. The Cisco Kid came to radio October 2, 1942, with Jackson Beck i ...
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The summer between high school and college isn't just busy—it's a profound transition that transforms both students and parents. This emotional crossroads, where students are "no longer" in high school but "not yet" in college, demands navigation through unfamiliar territory. We did a bit of a turn for this episode as Lynn interviewed Vicki about h…
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Original Air Date: July 20, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK TheCiscoKid_S54By Andrew Rhynes
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Challenging the Gold Standard: Interview with Profound Medical CEO Arun Menawat
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50:57In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Dr. Arun Menawat, Chairman and CEO of Profound Medical. Profound is commercializing the TULSA-PRO system, an alternative approach to prostate cancer treatment that uses MRI-guided thermal ultrasound to target and eliminate cancerous tissue without surgical incisions. Before joining Profound in 201…
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Original Air Date: July 01, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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Breaking Down Barriers in Women's Health: Interview with Neuraura CEO Claire Dixon
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53:32In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Claire Dixon, CEO of Neuraura. Neuraura is developing LoOop, an over-the-counter wearable that targets PCOS through low-frequency electrical stimulation. Claire brings over 25 years of international leadership experience to her role as co-founder and CEO of Neuraura. With a master's degree in engi…
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#133 Rekindling Your Child's Motivation: an Interview with Ellen Braaten
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51:14What happens when bright, capable students seem completely unmotivated about their future? Dr. Ellen Braaten, author of Bright Kids Who Couldn’t Care Less joins us to unpack this phenomenon that can leave you feeling frustrated and worried. We talked about motivation - how it's not just about "trying harder" but rather a delicate interplay between …
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Original Air Date: June 10, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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Taking Retinal Imaging Beyond Ophthalmology: Interview with identifeye HEALTH CEO Vicky Demas
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53:46In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Vicky Demas, CEO of identifeye HEALTH (formerly Tesseract Health), who's leading the company's efforts to democratize access to retinal imaging. Using advanced algorithms and automated systems, identifeye's technology captures and analyzes retinal images to detect early signs of disease. Before jo…
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Original Air Date: June 08, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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Longhorns On Stampede | The Cisco Kid (06-01-54)
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29:02Original Air Date: June 01, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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Building the Beachhead Strategy: Interview with Axena Health Leaders Randy Pritchard and Erica Rogers
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55:01In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Randy Pritchard and Erica Rogers, leaders of Axena Health. Axena is transforming pelvic floor therapy with Leva, a device bringing clinically-proven, supervised pelvic floor muscle training into women’s homes. Randy, CEO of Axena, brings nearly 25 years of healthcare experience to the company, mos…
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#132 – What’s Your Student’s College Timeline?
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46:02You send your student off to college and you’re already anticipating that Commencement Ceremony four years later. But traditional four-year college timelines are becoming less common as students forge their own unique educational paths. In this episode, Vicki and Lynn explore the various ways students navigate higher education today – from gap year…
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Death Rides Chuck Wagon | The Cisco Kid (05-27-54)
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30:00Original Air Date: May 27, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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A Great Product vs. a Great Business: Interview with EDAP TMS CEO Ryan Rhodes
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1:00:47In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Ryan Rhodes, CEO of EDAP TMS. EDAP is changing prostate cancer treatment through Focal One, a robotic high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) system that doesn’t require the use of surgery or radiation. Ryan has over 30 years of experience in market development, with two decades focused on medica…
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Magic of Death | The Cisco Kid (05-25-54)
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29:40Original Air Date: May 25, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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The Hard Truth About Partnerships: Interview with Vivos CEO Kirk Huntsman
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1:03:36In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Kirk Huntsman, CEO of Vivos, a company commercializing a non-invasive, FDA-cleared oral appliance designed to treat obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Kirk is a seasoned healthcare entrepreneur with a track record for scaling and exiting successful businesses. He founded Dental One, growing it into on…
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#131 The Bigger Picture: Neurodiversity and College
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59:29Elizabeth and Vicki were joined in this episode by Jane Thierfeld-Brown and Lorraine Wolf, important experts in disability services in higher education. Jane and Lorre shared their insights into the complexities that autistic students face as they transition from high school to college. They shared their personal journeys as well as the work they’v…
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Sheriffs Brother | The Cisco Kid (05-20-54)
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31:38Original Air Date: May 20, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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Showdown At Quicksand Bend | The Cisco Kid (04-22-54)
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34:00Original Air Date: April 22, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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Is Your Medtech Idea Worth Pursuing?: Interview with BrainSpace CEO Caitlin Morse
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33:30In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Caitlin Morse, CEO and co-founder of BrainSpace, who has a decade of experience spanning medtech consulting, product development, and strategic advising. BrainSpace is developing an innovative precision drainage system with continuous ICP monitoring designed to automate cerebrospinal fluid managem…
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#130 – A New Approach to Career Readiness – and What Does a College President Do, Anyway?
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48:08Vicki and Lynn were thrilled to be joined in this episode by Jay Gonzalez, president of Curry College, to learn more about what college presidents do and why it matters. With his background in business, politics and law, Jay brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective on what it means to lead a higher education institution today. Jay als…
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Mistaken Identity | The Cisco Kid (04-20-54)
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30:53Original Air Date: April 20, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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How to Succeed Without Venture Capital: Interview with Front Line Medical Co-Founders Drs. Asha Parekh and Adam Power
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36:15In this episode of Medsider Radio, we had an insightful discussion with Drs. Asha Parekh and Adam Power, co-founders of Front Line Medical Technologies. The company's COBRA-OS (Control of Bleeding, Resuscitation, Arterial Occlusion System) is a compact, minimally invasive device, designed for temporary aortic occlusion in trauma situations. Asha ha…
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Original Air Date: April 15, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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Why Your 'Kitty Hawk Moment' Matters: Interview with Elucid CEO Kelly Huang
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25:02In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Kelly Huang, President and CEO of Elucid. Elucid has developed a platform that uses AI to analyze cardiac CT scans to provide a detailed, non-invasive assessment of a patient’s arterial plaque. Kelly's journey spans nearly 30 years of leadership in healthcare, with expertise in driving innovation …
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#129 – Raising the Self-Driven Child: A Conversation with Authors Ned Johnson and Bill Stixrud
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1:09:17In this episode, Elizabeth and Vicki are joined by education experts Ned Johnson and Bill Stixrud, authors of the book The Self-Driven Child and of the new workbook for parents, 7 Principles for Raising the Self Driven Child for a thought-provoking discussion on how to empower your child to become self-driven, allowing them to navigate their own ed…
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Original Air Date: April 13, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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De-Risk and Execute to Create Value: Interview with Supira Medical CEO Nitin Salunke, PhD
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18:20In this episode of Medsider Radio, we had an insightful chat with Nitin Salunke, President and CEO of Supira Medical, a Shifamed portfolio company. Supira is developing a catheter-based heart pump that provides hemodynamic support for patients undergoing high-risk heart procedures. Before Supira, Nitin was Vice President of R&D at Medtronic Neurova…
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Original Air Date: April 08, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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Two Stakeholders You Can’t Ignore: Interview with Tioga CEO Mike Dineen
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26:03In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Mike Dineen, co-founder and CEO of Tioga Cardiovascular, a Shifamed portfolio company. Tioga is developing a minimally invasive transcatheter mitral valve replacement (TMVR) device to address mitral regurgitation (MR) - a condition where blood flows backward into the heart, often causing heart fai…
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#128 Help Your Student Complete Challenging Required Courses
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44:59Almost all colleges have a set of required courses for all students – sometimes called General Education or Distribution courses. They’re designed to expose students to a variety of different subjects and disciplines. But what happens when that particular area or course is especially challenging for a student? How do they face this mandatory course…
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Original Air Date: April 06, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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How to Validate Your Idea Rigorously: Interview with Flow Medical CEO Jennifer Fried
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26:17In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Jennifer Fried, co-founder and CEO of Flow Medical. Her startup is developing an advanced catheter designed to treat pulmonary embolisms. Jennifer started her career as a healthcare venture capitalist and consultant at Bain & Company. Before co-founding Flow Medical, Jennifer was the CEO and co-fo…
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Return of Laughing Bandit | The Cisco Kid (04-01-54)
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29:10Original Air Date: April 01, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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#127 – Encore Episode – Navigating College Financial Decisions: An Interview with New York Times Bestselling Author Ron Lieber
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43:19If you are in the midst of the college search and admission process, financing this college education is likely top of mind. Merit aid is an important part of many financial packages and there’s no one better to talk to about the topic than Ron Lieber, financial columnist for the New York Times. It’s so important that we decided to share this episo…
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Original Air Date: March 30, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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Original Air Date: March 25, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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Who’s Paying for It?: Interview with Aclarion CEO Brent Ness
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26:43In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Brent Ness, President and CEO of Aclarion, a startup developing a decision-support tool designed to improve the diagnosis and treatment of chronic low back pain. Brent has over 28 years of experience in medtech. Before Aclarion, he led Cleerly as President & CCO, driving the adoption of their AI c…
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#126 They're Back! Parenting Our Boomerang Kids
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43:59Nearly half of recent college graduates are finding themselves back in their childhood bedrooms, and it’s not just nostalgia pulling them home. Financial pressures are nudging this generation towards a new developmental stage of life. These shifting family dynamics come with their own set of challenges and opportunities. In this episode, Vicki and …
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Original Air Date: March 23, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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Think Commercially from Day One: Interview with Conformal Medical CEO James Reinstein
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25:58In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with James Reinstein, President and CEO of Conformal Medical, a company developing a foam device that seals the left atrial appendage (LAA) to reduce the risk of stroke without anticoagulants. James has over 30 years of experience in the medical device industry. He’s held executive roles across multipl…
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Law at Rocky Creek | The Cisco Kid (03-04-54)
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28:09Original Air Date: March 04, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: Jack Mather (Cisco) Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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Maximize Market Opportunity, Minimize Feedback Loops: Interview with SAVA Co-founders Rafaël Michali and Renato Circi
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28:53In this episode of Medsider Radio, we had a great chat with Rafaël Michali and Renato Circi, co-founders of SAVA, a London-based biotechnology startup developing a novel biosensing platform to monitor molecules just below the skin in real time. Rafaël and Renato are biomedical engineers from Imperial College London. Both recognized in the Forbes 30…
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#125 – Encore Episode – Second Semester of College: The Transition No One Talks About
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41:25The transition to second semester of college is so important – and often hidden – that we’ve decided to share this episode again. You and your student may be taken by surprise when the start of the second semester of college seems so difficult. In this episode, Vicki and Lynn explore why some students may experience the “second semester blues” and …
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Cross Examination | The Cisco Kid (03-02-54)
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29:15Original Air Date: March 02, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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Original Air Date: February 18, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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Lady Sheriff of Sandy Gulch | The Cisco Kid (02-16-54)
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34:18Original Air Date: February 16, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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Fixing Healthcare Bottlenecks from First Principles: Interview with Enspectra Health CEO Gabriel Sanchez
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27:01In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Gabriel Sanchez, co-founder and CEO of Enspectra Health. The company's flagship VIO platform is the first FDA-cleared imaging modality for dermatology in over 25 years. Gabriel holds a B.S. in mechanical engineering from MIT and an M.S. and Ph.D. from Stanford University, where he also served as a…
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Original Air Date: February 11, 1954 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Cisco Kid Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Jack Mather (Cisco) • Harry Lang (Poncho) Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kKBy Andrew Rhynes
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