Best Is CENs Podcasts (2024)

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109: Liver Failure Part 2: Esophageal Varices 25:22

7m ago25:22

25:22

A cirrhosis patient has stable vitals, but then starts vomiting blood. What do you do next? This episode delves into a case study that highlights the urgent management of esophageal varices in liver failure patients. Host Sarah Lorenzini reveals how a rapid response call quickly spiraled into a life-threatening emergency, and the critical steps tak…

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108: Liver Failure Part 1: Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis 24:36

7h ago24:36

24:36

No matter your specialty, every nurse cares for patients with liver failure. Host Sarah Lorenzini starts off this four-part series on liver failure by sharing the story of a rapid response call that featured classic complications of cirrhosis: ascites, jaundice, and hypotension. Exacerbating the patient’s terminal condition was a suspected diagnosi…

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Episode 28 - A Spine Tingling Tale - Central Cord Syndrome 9:21

6d ago9:21

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Have feedback? You can now send us a text message! We're back! Have you ever had a patient who suffered a seemingly minor injury and was complaining about weakness in their hands and odd sensations in their legs? This week we're discussing the most common spinal cord injury: Central Cord Syndrome. We'll also touch briefly on neurogenic and spinal s…

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107: Nurse Stories From NTI 2024 44:45

7d ago44:45

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NTI 2024 brought together critical care nurses from across the country, and this episode highlights over 10 of their most heartwarming and unforgettable stories. Host Sarah Lorenzini speaks to ICU nurses and nurse educators who share tales of human connection, critical thinking, and compassionate care. From navigating crazy shifts to creating new p…

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106: Are Nursing Care Plans an Absolute Waste of Time? With Flight Nurse and Educator Nurse Gwenny 46:38

14d ago46:38

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Nursing care plans are the bane of many a nursing student’s academic experience. They are seen as an unnecessary burden to their already heavy workload. But they play an important role in the nursing process, and nurses put these plans into clinical practice every day — whether they realize it or not. In this episode, Nurse Gwenny, an ER and flight…

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Can ‘forever chemicals’ be destroyed? 19:03

21d ago19:03

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Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, a class of chemicals known as PFAS, are often called “forever chemicals” because of how long they persist in the environment. They are prevalent in drinking water and have been linked to negative health outcomes. A slew of cleantech start-ups are cropping up with the aim of breaking down and destroying PFAS mole…

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105: So You Want to Go Back to School Part 2 With Guest Nurse Educator Patrick McMurray 47:15

21d ago47:15

47:15

Nursing educators may not hold the most glamorous position, but they are undoubtedly the backbone of the profession. Nurse Educator Patrick McMurray exemplifies this by bringing creativity and inclusivity into nursing education, supporting nurses at every stage of their career. In this episode, host Sarah Lorenzini talks to Patrick about his approa…

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104: Obstructive Shock With Guests Bryan Boling and Brandon Oto From the Critical Care Scenarios Podcast 53:11

1M ago53:11

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Obstructive shock may be the least common type of shock, but it’s no less critical. As part of Nurse PodCrawl 2024, Bryan Boling and Brandon Oto from the Critical Care Scenarios podcast join host Sarah Lorenzini in this episode to talk about the critical care management of obstructive shock. Together, they walk nurses through a patient scenario, de…

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103: Should Families Be Allowed to be Present During Resuscitation? 47:41

1M ago47:41

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Which side of the debate do you fall on? Should families be present during resuscitation or escorted to a quiet area to wait? Among those advocating for family presence are nursing researchers, Margo Halm, APRN-BC, PhD, FAHA, NEA-BC and Jessica Sexton, MSN, RN, CPEN. During their conversation with host Sarah Lorenzini, they explain why family prese…

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Its more than just a period… PERIOD! 36:14

1M ago36:14

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This episode tackles the taboo of menstrual health. Through real-life stories, Alice highlights conditions like endometriosis and uterine fibroids, shedding light on their debilitating effects and the importance of a timely diagnosis. With a blend of medical expertise and personal experience, Alice advocates for open conversation and support for me…

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102: SIADH vs DI With Guest Nick McGowan RN, MSN 40:17

1M ago40:17

40:17

We’ve talked about hyponatremia, but what do you know about Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone secretion (SIADH) and Diabetes Insipidus (DI)? In this episode, host Sarah Lorenzini and Nick McGowan RN, MSN dive into these diseases that develop from complex hormonal responses that manage the body’s water and sodium. They explore the patho…

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BONUS PodSwap: RSI Drugs with Nurse Mo From Straight A Nursing Podcast 19:56

2M ago19:56

19:56

On this special PodSwap Episode, you will be hearing from Nurse Mo from the Straight A Nursing Podcast! She does an amazing job breaking down all the pharmacology of medications we use for Rapid Sequence Intubation or RSI. Rapid sequence intubation, a procedure performed to emergently intubate a patient with an intact gag reflex in cases of acute r…

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101: So You Wanna Go Back to School Part 1: Nurse Practitioner With Guest Dr. Sandra Pagenta DNP 40:18

2M ago40:18

40:18

Are you considering a career as a nurse practitioner? Do you want to go back to school to transition into an advanced practice nursing role? Join host Sarah Lorenzini and guest Dr. Sandra Pagenta, DNP, as they discuss opportunities available in nursing and how to decide if the nurse practitioner path is the right one for you. Dr. Sandra Pagenta ref…

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100: How to Still Love Being a Nurse After 20 Years in the Profession 25:30

2M ago25:30

25:30

Every day that you complete a shift is a day to celebrate because nursing is undoubtedly one of the hardest professions in the world, especially in the last few years. Burnout rates are extremely high, and for good reason, but there are ways to keep your passion for nursing even after decades in the field. In this milestone 100th episode of Rapid R…

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The Skinny on Weight Loss Injectables: A Deep Dive into Benefits, Risks, and Legal Battles 43:07

2M ago43:07

43:07

Nurse Alice dives into the hot topic of weight loss injectables, shedding light on the increasing number of lawsuits surrounding them and what patients need to know before, and while, taking them. Discover benefits, side effects, and a holistic view on weight management. We tackle patient education, healthcare responsibilities, and the need for tra…

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99: Hyponatremia: How Did It Happen and Why Is It So Challenging To Treat? 23:56

2M ago23:56

23:56

Treating hyponatremia, a condition characterized by low sodium levels in the blood, can be both complicated and quite risky.. Disruptions to the delicate balance of sodium in the body can lead to a spectrum of outcomes, from an asymptomatic presentation to life-threatening seizures, coma, and death. Through the patient story of Mrs. Saltman, host S…

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98: "Broken Heart Syndrome" aka Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy 22:18

3M ago22:18

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Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, also known as “broken heart syndrome,” is hard to diagnose because its symptoms mimic more common conditions like acute coronary syndrome. This stress-induced cardiomyopathy presents a mysterious challenge to nurses, as you’ll hear in today’s patient story. Host Sarah Lorenzini shares the case of a patient who went from ex…

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97: Status Asthmaticus Part 2: Strategies to Manage the Crashing Asthmatic 28:12

3M ago28:12

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Part two of our crashing asthmatic series continues with a comprehensive look into what exactly happened in last week’s nightmare patient case. Host Sarah Lorenzini dives into the pathophysiology of status asthmaticus, explaining the physiological changes in the airways during severe asthma attacks and what makes these cases resistant to standard t…

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96: Nightmare Case: The Young Crashing Asthmatic Patient With Guest Brooklyn RN 33:06

3M ago33:06

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Severe asthma leads to cardiac arrest in today’s gripping patient story. Brooklyn, an ER Nurse joins host Sarah Lorenzini to discuss a nightmare case of a young asthmatic patient and her team’s desperate fight to stabilize him. Despite various interventions, from albuterol, magnesium, BiPap, ketamine, and more, the patient's condition deteriorated,…

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95: "That's a Weird Blood Pressure!": Recognizing and Interpreting Wide and Narrow Pulse Pressures 18:02

3M ago18:02

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Do you know how to recognize a wide or narrow pulse pressure and what each finding tells you about your patient? Following last week's discussion on the shock index, host Sarah Lorenzini introduces pulse pressure as another essential tool in the nurse's assessment arsenal. In this episode, Sarah outlines how to measure and interpret pulse pressure.…

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94: How Valuable is the Shock Index? 14:09

3M ago14:09

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Looking at HR or Blood Pressure alone as determinants of how stable the patient is can lead us astray. The Shock Index allows us to detect when patients are declining… while they are still compensating. Shock Index = HR/SBP… but how can we use this tool? A patient’s vital signs can appear normal, meanwhile they’re on the brink of shock. This was ex…

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93: What the Heck is BRASH Syndrome? 20:06

4M ago20:06

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Are you familiar with BRASH syndrome? The complex interplay of Bradycardia, Renal Failure, Atrioventricular Block, Shock, and Hyperkalemia forms a collection of clinical signs known as BRASH syndrome. One condition leads to another which leads to another, heightening the severity of symptoms. Fortunately, it’s easy to manage if you know what you ar…

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92: How to Rock Your Next Stroke Alert With Guest Dr. Eric Wilson RN, AGNP-C, DNP, NREMT-P 27:45

4M ago27:45

27:45

Timing is everything when it comes to strokes because every second without treatment impacts patient outcomes. If you’ve ever wasted time debating whether or not to call a stroke alert, you don’t want to miss this episode with Dr. Eric Wilson RN, AGNP-C, DNP, NREMT-P! During his conversation with host Sarah Lorenzini, Eric emphasizes the urgency of…

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The small-molecule drug renaissance 19:56

4M ago19:56

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As the science of drug discovery has grown in scale and gotten more complicated, so have the drug molecules themselves. But there’s a promising class of drugs made of just a handful of atoms that punch above their weight by leveraging the natural chemistry of the cell. Recent discoveries have opened up a new era of pharmaceutical chemistry that som…

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91: Vasopressors and Inotropes 101 14:35

4M ago14:35

14:35

Cardiac output equals heart rate times stroke volume… but what does that really mean and how does it apply to the bedside? This formula (CO = HR x SV) is crucial for nurses to understand in the application of vasopressors and inotropes, so why is it so difficult to memorize their role in improving cardiac output? This episode is dedicated to breaki…

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90: Rhabdomyolysis 16:21

4M ago16:21

16:21

Did you listen to Joey’s story in last week’s mystery episode? If you did and guessed rhabdomyolysis as his diagnosis, congratulations! Joey’s muscle injury from playing a little too hard at football camp resulted in a release of muscle proteins that ultimately caused his kidneys to shut down, which led to his diagnosis and treatment for rhabdomyol…

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89: MYSTERY EPISODE... What's Wrong With Joey? 7:09

5M ago7:09

7:09

Are you ready for some diagnosing fun?! In this episode, host Sarah Lorenzini will challenge your diagnostic skills with the mystery case of Joey, a 14-year-old patient who went from playing football at summer camp to being intubated in the ER. Joey presented with an altered mental status, and was tachycardic, tachypneic and febrile. Once in the ER…

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88: Autonomic Dysreflexia: The Who, What, Why, and How to Treat This Perplexing Diagnosis 15:26

5M ago15:26

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As host Sarah Lorenzini insightfully explains, “think of autonomic dysreflexia symptoms as the body's way of telling you something is wrong.” Autonomic dysreflexia is a medical emergency that occurs in patients with a spinal cord injury, but it can be hard to recognize because of the body’s confusing responses to stimulation. That’s why it’s crucia…

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87: Navigating Goals of Care Discussions With Guest, Hospice Nurse AJ 32:49

5M ago32:49

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Goals of care discussions are among the most difficult to navigate as a nurse, BUT there are ways to provide both comfort and clarity to patients and their families in these emotionally charged situations. In this episode, host Sarah Lorenzini and Hospice Nurse AJ share tips and insights on how to approach these challenging discussions with sensiti…

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Waco Mayor Dillon Meek and Austin's Last Show 31:42

5M ago31:42

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Downtown Depot host Austin Meek speaks with Dillon Meek who will be stepping down from the position as Waco Mayor this spring. Also stepping down is Austin Meek. Austin began the Downtown Depot collaboration with KWBU in 2016 and has hosted 165 episodes. Downtown Depot is a partnership with Waco Business News and KWBU. Featuring host Austin Meek, t…

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86: Making the Transition to the ICU With Guest Sarah Vance 25:21

5M ago25:21

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Orienting as a new Nurse in the ICU is much like climbing your first big mountain — both require basic knowledge, passion, and the ability to learn quickly and adapt in a demanding environment. But without these attributes, you have an arduous, possibly insurmountable journey ahead of you. In this episode, host Sarah Lorenzini and Sarah Vance RN de…

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85: Just a Spoonful of Sugar Helps Your Patient's Prolapsed Rectum Go Down 23:40

5M ago23:40

23:40

What’s your craziest, most shocking nursing story? In this episode, you’ll hear one of host Sarah Lorenzini’s most memorable stories as a rapid response nurse! Sarah recounts her experience treating a severe case of a prolapsed rectum, describing the unconventional yet effective approach that not only resolved the medical dilemma but caught the att…

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84: Urology Tips, Tricks, and Hacks... and When it's Time to Call the Urologist With Guest Dr. Shailen Sehgal 31:04

6M ago31:04

31:04

Foreign objects in the bladder, urinary retention, priapism. These are just a few of the urological emergencies host Sarah Lorenzini is discussing with Dr. Shailen Sehgal! Nurses are the first line of defense in treating emergencies and play an important role in managing their care. In this episode, Dr. Shailen Sehgal explores these emergencies and…

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Mary Kennedy Thompson, COO of Neighborly 30:46

6M ago30:46

30:46

In this weeks episode of Downtown Depot, Austin Meek is in conversation with COO of Neighborly, Mary Kennedy Thompson. They discuss early influences, how Mary spends her days leading the execution of strategies for brands like Mr. Rooter and Molly Maid, and how her time in the Marine Corps prepared her for a life of leadership. Learn more about you…

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83: How to Manage Snake Bites as a Nurse and as a Patient With Guest Sealy RN 23:07

6M ago23:07

23:07

Snake bite care: where the cost and long-term complications can sting harder than the bite. Managing snake bites requires quick intervention, making it crucial for nurses to understand how to navigate this type of emergency. So in this episode, host Sarah Lorenzini welcomes Sealy RN to share her firsthand experience of being bitten. As a nurse who …

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C&EN Uncovered: The ocean floor is littered with valuable minerals. Should we go get them? 15:57

6M ago15:57

15:57

Resting on the bottom of the ocean are potato-sized nodules of valuable minerals that are more or less up for grabs. Multiple corporations and some nations are racing to build deep-sea drones that can withstand the extreme conditions at the seafloor and bring these 1-20 cm nodules to eager buyers on the surface. Many of the metals in these nodules …

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Andreas Zaloumis of THRST Coffee, and Megan Davis, Community Promotions Specialist at City of Waco 30:07

6M ago30:07

30:07

This week Austin Meek is in conversation with Andreas Zaloumis, owner of Third Space Theory Coffee, better known as THRST. They discuss entering entrepreneurship through a creative lens and how Andreas has created an inclusive setting that draws diverse clientele. Austin also speaks to Megan Davis of Waco's Parks and Recreation department about thi…

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82: Sympathetic Crashing Acute Pulmonary Edema: That Time My Patient Went From Stable A-Fib RVR to Intubated in 30 Minutes! 19:00

6M ago19:00

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How does AFib RVR escalate into a life-threatening situation in just 30 minutes? Join host Sarah Lorenzini as she reflects on a perplexing case of sympathetic crashing acute pulmonary edema, also known as flash pulmonary edema. This patient’s rapid deterioration led to an emergency intubation that perplexed the rapid response team, but the patient'…

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81: Mechanical Circulatory Support for Cardiogenic Shock With Guest Christian Guzman, APRN 39:44

7M ago39:44

39:44

Host Sarah Lorenzini and Christian Guzman APRN are back to conclude this three-part heart failure series by examining the use of mechanical circulatory support for cardiogenic shock. This episode expands on the topics covered in previous parts, focusing on the application of mechanical circulatory support methods like the intra-aortic balloon pump,…

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80: Medical Management of Cardiogenic Shock With Guest Christian Guzman APRN 34:39

7M ago34:39

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Building on last week’s introduction to heart failure, this episode explores the nuances in the medical management of cardiogenic shock. Host Sarah Lorenzini and Christian Guzman APRN continue this three-part heart failure series by completing the case study of a patient in cardiogenic shock, and breaking down key treatment concepts and strategies.…

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Kathy Wise of Mission Waco 30:44

7M ago30:44

30:44

On this week's episode of Downtown Depot, Austin Meek leads a conversation with Kathy Wise of 'Mission Waco'. They discuss the current housing crisis in the United States, the work that Mission Waco is undertaking, and treating the homeless community with dignity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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79: Heart Failure 101 with Guest Christian Guzman APRN 44:27

7M ago44:27

44:27

During a normal day gardening, an active woman in her 60s was suddenly struck with chest tightness. Thinking it was just an asthma attack, she tried to let the pain pass. What she didn’t realize was that she was having a full blown myocardial infarction, and this was only the beginning of her journey. In this episode, host Sarah Lorenzini is joined…

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78: Healthy vs Hostile: Recognizing the Nursing Red Flags and Green Flags of a Work Environment 20:58

7M ago20:58

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Have you ever started a new and promising job, only to discover that it wasn’t the nurturing and supportive space you thought it was? In this episode, host Sarah Lorenzini, armed with nearly two decades of nursing experience in various departments and leadership roles, provides a guideline to spotting the red and green flags that can signal a healt…

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Bradley Ford, city manager for the City of Waco 30:46

8M ago30:46

30:46

This week Austin Meek is in conversation with Bradley Ford, city manager for the City of Waco. They discuss the water crisis that was and now isn't, along with his vision for the future of Waco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Rogue Media Network, KWBU

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77: THE TRAUMA DIAMOND OF DEATH: 4 Treatment Priorities in Trauma Care With Guest Sarah Vance 23:35

8M ago23:35

23:35

You may already be familiar with the trauma triad… but in this episode, host Sarah Lorenzini is once again joined by her friend and critical care nurse and educator, Sarah Vance to break down a 4th component to trauma resuscitation. Last week, they discussed the treatment of a trauma patient with neuro and respiratory injuries, but today they’re ge…

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C&EN Uncovered: The race to report on the Nobel Prizes 19:16

8M ago19:16

19:16

The Nobel Prize announcements are big events at Chemical & Engineering News. But we find out the winners at the same time as everyone else. Then, the race is on for our reporters. This year, staffers Laurel Oldach and Mitch Jacoby took on the task of covering the science prizes. In this episode, they reflect on this year’s winning research in chemi…

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DVD Extras | 8 33:09

8M ago33:09

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Like the DVD commentary of old, we get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Magnificent Jerk. Magnificent Jerk is an Apple Original podcast, produced by Pineapple Street Studios. Follow and listen on Apple Podcasts. apple.co/MagnificentJerk

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76: Trauma Breakdown: Beyond the Blood and Guts... A Complicated Case Study with Guest Sarah Vance RN 36:15

8M ago36:15

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If you hear “trauma” and immediately think of blood and guts, this episode with host Sarah Lorenzini’s friend, critical care nurse and educator Sarah Vance, will show you that there’s so much more to trauma cases. Because even localized injuries can affect the whole body, and issues can pile up and require conflicting treatments. That’s why trauma …

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Now Showing | 7 39:48

8M ago39:48

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Maya returns to her aunties, nervous to tell them all that she’s learned. Magnificent Jerk is an Apple Original podcast, produced by Pineapple Street Studios. Follow and listen on Apple Podcasts. apple.co/MagnificentJerk

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Eric Terrezas, Director of Economic Development for the Cen-Tex Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and Kasia Krecicka, Artist in Residence at the Art Center of Waco 30:45

8M ago30:45

30:45

This week Austin Meek is in conversation with Eric Terrezas, Director of Economic Development for the Cen-Tex Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. They'll be discussing the emergence of the Latino business community and how Spanish speakers in the area will mold future development in Waco. In this episode Austin also chats to Kasia Krecicka, the new artis…

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