Best Memorial Sloan Kettering Podcasts (2024)

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What Everyone Should Know About Skin Cancer: Risks, Myths & Prevention 21:47

15d ago21:47

21:47

In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes is joined by Dr. Erica Lee, a dermatologist and Mohs surgeon at MSK, to discuss misconceptions around who can get skin cancer, how it presents on different skin types, and practical sun safety tips to help prevent skin cancer. They break down the different types of skin cancer, including basal cell carcinoma…

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Episode 4: Keren Leshem of OCON Therapeutics: Safety in Innovation 22:27

29d ago22:27

22:27

Keren Leshem is Chief Executive Officer at OCON Therapeutics, which develops innovative and safe intra-uterine medical solutions inspired by women’s bodies and anatomy, She is also a board director at Aspivix, and was recently awarded Best Women’s HealthTech CEO 2023 in the Global CEO Excellence Awards. She holds a number of other Board Roles and i…

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Episode 3: Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center: Straight Talk, Head On 32:46

2M ago32:46

32:46

Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes is a top NYC Oncologist from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. She is the creator and host of the award-winning monthly podcast Cancer Straight Talk from MSKCC where she leans in and tackles the subject of cancer head on, in English and Spanish. A noted clinical investigator, Diane served previously as President of MSK…

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Episode 2: Jessica Karr of Coyote Ventures: Innovation in Healthcare, Innovation in Building Visibility 26:51

29d ago26:51

26:51

Jessica Karr is the founder and managing director of Coyote Ventures, an investment firm that focuses on backing founders who are solving problems that disproportionately affect overlooked populations with a foundation in women’s health. She is also a limited partner of Portfolia FemTech II Fund, designed for women who want to back entrepreneurial …

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Episode 1: Dr. Tara Bishop of Black Opal Ventures - Transforming Healthcare Through Technology 31:00

29d ago31:00

31:00

Dr. Tara Bishop is passionate about improving health and healthcare. In her twenty-year career as a physician executive, Tara has on-the-ground experience in delivery system improvement, health policy, payer operations, product development, value-based care, and start-ups. She is the founder and managing director of Black Opal Ventures, a venture c…

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Episode 2: Special Collaboration - Trailer - The Mindshare Podcast and Fiftyfaces Productions - Women's Health in the Spotlight 5:20

29d ago5:20

5:20

Inspiring people advancing women’s health This podcast series builds on our successful global Women-in-Tech healthcare series, as well as our capsule collections focused on maternal mortality and changemakers in medicine and science. With a focus on profiling inspiring healthcare professionals, investors, tech professionals, entrepreneurs, and capi…

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Breast Cancer Treatment Part 1: Understanding Surgery, Radiation and Reconstruction 25:16

2M ago25:16

25:16

In this episode (part 1 of 2), Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes speaks with a team of MSK experts to demystify three breast cancer treatment options: surgery, radiation, and reconstruction. Breast surgeon Dr. Tracy-Ann Moo explains the difference between a lumpectomy and a mastectomy, and why one isn’t always better than the other. Radiation oncologist Dr. …

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Overcoming Gender Bias in Healthcare: How Women Should Talk to Their Doctors 18:58

2M ago18:58

18:58

In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Comen, author of "All in Her Head: The Truth and Lies Early Medicine Taught Us About Women's Health and Why It Matters Today." They discuss ways to empower women to advocate for their health when talking to doctors, and how a historic gender bias in medical research has influence…

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Women in Cancer: Meet Three Trailblazers at MSK 24:43

3M ago24:43

24:43

In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes speaks with 3 women breaking new ground in the field of cancer research: Dr. Karuna Ganesh studies metastasis and how cancer spreads, Dr. Chrysothemis Brown is unlocking secrets of our immune system to fight cancer, and Marie-Josée Kravis has donated generously to support women in cancer research. Together, …

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Privacy and Protecting Your Digital Identity 53:26

3M ago53:26

53:26

Gabriel Custodiet is the host of The Watchman Privacy Podcast and the author of books on privacy and Bitcoin. His work investigates freedom and secrecy techniques as well as individualist philosophy and minimalism. He has been living a pure privacy lifestyle for the last several years. All of this can be found at watchmanprivacy.com. [Watchman Priv…

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Barter Networks and Business Growth 53:55

3M ago53:55

53:55

Laurie Sossa is the Founder of SBC Global Barter network. Her SBC platform consists of thousands of businesses that subscribe and reciprocate with networks with 50,000 businesses that buy and sell with the cashless currency. Laurie and her SBC Network received a proclamation and resolution from the state of Georgia recognizing the economic impact, …

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Advice and Support for Cancer Caregivers 22:33

5M ago22:33

22:33

In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes speaks with Dr. Allison Applebaum, founder of the Caregivers Clinic at MSK, about the need to support cancer caregivers. She shares her own experience with her father and offers practical advice on navigating the healthcare system. This episode includes tips for managing intense emotions like anger, grief an…

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Finding Peace at the End of Life & Preparing for Death from Cancer 24:10

5M ago24:10

24:10

In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes has a meaningful conversation with Dr. Alan Carver, an MSK neurologist specializing in end-of-life and palliative care, and Hadley Vlahos, a hospice nurse with over 1 million social followers and author of "The In-Between: Unforgettable Encounters During Life's Final Moments." Together, they offer advice for…

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Demystifying Clinical Trials: A Comprehensive Guide to The Science of Hope 23:06

6M ago23:06

23:06

In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes and Dr. Alex Drilon, Chief of MSK's Early Drug Development Service, answer the most common questions about participating in clinical trials. Through hearing the experience of patients, they discuss the practical aspects as well as the fears and misconceptions associated with clinical trials. They explain the…

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Building Biologist Reveals Integral Connection to Home and Health 1:39

6M ago1:39

1:39

Cathy Cooke, a certified Holistic Nutritionist, Building Biologist and Electromagnetic Radiation Specialist discusses the integral connection between your home and health. As a certified expert in Holistic Nutrition and Building Biology, Cathy digs deep to address underlying imbalances in the body from a functional medicine perspective as well as a…

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Centralization of Power at the Expense of the Family 57:36

6M ago57:36

57:36

Lynne Taylor, educational researcher and consultant, writer, and speaker known as The Common Core Diva, re-joins Dr. George to discuss how schools are being used to change the social fabric of society and how it may be designed to enhance centralization of power at the expense of the family. Lynne Taylor has been the Common Core and National Standa…

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Individualized Healthcare: The Benefits of Working with an Independent Physician 59:10

7M ago59:10

59:10

Dr. Singleton, a Board-Certified Anesthesiologist and constitutional lawyer discusses the power of the patient to find quality, affordable, and individualized healthcare by seeking care with an independent physician. Dr. Singleton is a board-certified anesthesiologist and past president of the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons. She gr…

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The American Dream: A Thing of the Past? 57:46

8M ago57:46

57:46

James Gorrie writer, author, discusses how Wall Street has worked to destroy the American Dream and how we can retrieve it. James Gorrie writes professionally on a variety of topics, such as fintech and cybersecurity. On his website, The Banana Republican, he covers a wider range of topics like current events, China – a topic all itself, the econom…

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Health Consciousness and Awakening to Self-Healing 56:57

7M ago56:57

56:57

Lisa Warner is an Awakener and a Pioneer in Health Consciousness. Upon finding herself facing ‘cancer’, she decided to learn how to heal herself…without medical intervention. Upon realizing that her body healed cuts, bruises, breaks and sprains naturally and automatically, she saw no reason why it wouldn’t heal ‘cancer’…or any other ‘disease’…natur…

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What Makes Life Meaningful? (Encore) 19:55

8M ago19:55

19:55

We’re listening back to one of our favorite episodes from December 2022. While the holidays are meant to be a season of celebration, reflection and spending time with family and friends, it can also be a time of anxiety, grief or loneliness for those living with the reality of cancer. How does one find peace and meaning in the swarm of emotions tha…

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Emotional Freedom Technique: How it Works and Benefits You 55:37

8M ago55:37

55:37

Jennifer Scribner, Functional Nutritional Therapy practitioner and certified GAPS practitioner joins Dr. George to discuss the power of how the emotional freedom technique can lead to balance. Jennifer Scribner is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner trained by Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride in 2011. Her specialty is helping people learn and…

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Rx Kids: Not the Prescription We Need! 57:13

8M ago57:13

57:13

Lynne Taylor, educational researcher and consultant, writer, and speaker known as The Common Core Diva, re-joins Dr. George to discuss Rx Kids, the newest scheme that will use the education system to further empower the government. Lynne Taylor has been the Common Core and National Standards in education warrior since 2009. She is a recognized spea…

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Electromagnetic Radiation: The Dangers and Prevention 56:24

8M ago56:24

56:24

Mr. Bill Cadwallader, MBA, EMRS a certified electromagnetic radiation specialist joins Dr. George to discuss electromagnetic radiation, how it affects your health, your privacy, and the environment. Bill has completed advanced studies in Electromagnetic Radiation. Accordingly, he detects and reduces all of the associated threats. This includes thre…

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Can Social Media Really Foster True Connection? 54:33

8M ago54:33

54:33

Dr. Leah Snodgrass is a Board-Certified child, adolescent, and general adult psychiatrist who serves as Associate Professor and Chair of Behavioral Health at Lincoln memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine. She joins Dr. George to discuss interpersonal communications in the age of social media and how can we communicate/connect b…

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Trauma and God: The Connection that Heals 54:15

8M ago54:15

54:15

Kelly Hawley, an ordained minister and the founder and Executive Director of Warrior Bride Ministries joins Dr. George to discuss how mind, body and a connection to God is instrumental in healing those who have deep seated trauma. This ministry specializes in inner healing and deliverance for survivors of ritual abuse and child exploitation. For ov…

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Could CAR T-Cell Therapy Be a Cure for Some Cancers? 22:44

8M ago22:44

22:44

Discover the revolutionary potential of CAR T-cell therapy as a possible cure for some types of cancer. In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes speaks with the pioneer of CAR T-cell therapy, MSK immunologist Dr. Michel Sadelain, as well as cellular therapist Dr. Jae Park, about the intricate process of modifying a patient’s own immune cells to tar…

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Electropollution: How to Protect Yourself 57:24

8M ago57:24

57:24

Brandon LaGreca, Lac, MAcOM author, speaker and holistic medical practitioner, joins Dr. George to discuss how to protect yourself from the negative effects of electropollution and how the mind can be the most powerful tool to prevent illness such as cancer. He is nationally certified in the practice of Oriental medicine. In 2015, Brandon was diagn…

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Origins of the Homeless Crisis 57:33

8M ago57:33

57:33

Wesley J. Smith, lawyer, award winning author, and Chair and Fellow at the Discovery Institute’s Center For Human Exceptionalism joins Dr. George to explore the policies that have led to the homeless crisis. Wesley J. Smith is an award-winning author, international lecturer and public speaker. He left the full-time practice of law in 1985 to pursue…

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Small Business Resilience and How to Thrive in Uncertain Times 5:19

9M ago5:19

5:19

Returning guest Kerry Lutz, the founder of The Financial Survival Network, joins Dr. George to discuss what small business owners can do to make their business more resilient in order to thrive in uncertain financial times. Kerry Lutz has been a student of Austrian Economics since 1977. While attending Pace University, he stumbled upon an extensive…

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Sustainable Development Goals: Helping or Controlling Us? 23:58

9M ago23:58

23:58

Lynne Taylor, educational researcher and consultant, writer, and speaker known as The Common Core Diva, re-joins Dr. George to discuss sustainable development goals. What are they? Are they going to be used to help or control us? Lynne Taylor has been the Common Core and National Standards in education warrior since 2009. She is a recognized speake…

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Discover Bentonite Clay: Detox and Heal 59:12

9M ago59:12

59:12

Perry Arledge, author of Calcium Bentonite Clay: Nature’s Pathway to Healing joins Dr. George to discuss the ways this detox clay can safely and effectively help people in a plethora of ways through detoxing, alkalizing, stimulating and balancing. Perry Arledge has been an ongoing student in the study of Bentonite Clays since the early 1990’s. It w…

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Early-Stage Prostate Cancer: Know Your Treatment Options 25:08

10M ago25:08

25:08

Learn what you need to know about early-stage prostate cancer, from risk factors to treatment options and how to tackle their side effects. In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes is joined by medical oncologist Dr. Dana Rathkopf, radiation oncologist Dr. Sean McBride, and urologic surgeon Dr. Behfar Ehdaie. Together, they provide an overview of t…

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Guía para hombres sobre el sexo y el cáncer 20:17

10M ago20:17

20:17

Spanish episode #4 | Episodio #4 en español En este episodio, la Dra. Diane Reidy-Lagunes habla con el Dr. José Flores, cirujano urológico de MSK, sobre el tema de la salud sexual de los hombres después de un diagnóstico de cáncer. Es un tema que a menudo se pasa por alto, pero es de vital importancia. Exploran el amplio espectro de la disfunción s…

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Sandy Alderson's Playbook for Cancer and Why Teamwork is Key 20:24

10M ago20:24

20:24

In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes talks with former New York Mets president and MSK patient, Sandy Alderson, along with his dedicated team of doctors at Memorial Sloan Kettering. They discuss Sandy’s unique journey with appendix cancer and how experts from various disciplines came together to save his life, a testament to MSK’s multidiscipli…

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The Truth and Consequences of ESG 56:06

10M ago56:06

56:06

Dr. Daniel Sutter Ph.D., Professor of Economics at Troy University discusses economic, social, and governance (ESG) – truth and consequences. Dr. Sutter is the Charles G. Koch Professor of Economics with the Manuel H. Johnson Center for Political Economy at Troy University and is a Ph.D. graduate of George Mason University. His research has examine…

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Low Toxic Home: Things You Need to Consider 56:17

10M ago56:17

56:17

Jennifer Scribner, Functional Nutritional Therapy practitioner and certified GAPS practitioner joins Dr. George to discuss solutions to create a low toxic home. She was trained by Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride in 2011. Her specialty is helping people learn and follow this specific diet to address autism and complex digestive and autoimmune condition…

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Government Plans: Health & Education Decisions Affecting Family Structure 57:17

11M ago57:17

57:17

Lynne Taylor, educational researcher and consultant, writer, and speaker known as The Common Core Diva provides an update on the advancement of government plans to further encroach on the rights of parents to make health and education decisions that will affect the family structure. Lynne Taylor has been the Common Core and National Standards in ed…

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American Healthcare: In with the New and Out with the Old? 57:24

11M ago57:24

57:24

Dr. Marilyn Singleton, a Board-Certified Anesthesiologist and the past president of The American Association of Physicians and Surgeons discusses the state of our healthcare system. What can we learn from the past and the present to create a better future? She graduated from Stanford and earned her MD at UCSF Medical School. Dr. Singleton completed…

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Jesus-Centered Approach to Mental Balance 49:10

11M ago49:10

49:10

Dr. Karl Benzio, co-founder and medical director of The Christian Residential Treatment Center Honey Lake Clinic and Medical Director of the American Association of Christian Counselors, discusses steps one can take to find mental balance in times of uncertainty with a Jesus-centered approach. Karl Benzio, M.D., a board-certified Christian Psychiat…

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Artificial Intelligence vs. Cancer 20:21

11M ago20:21

20:21

In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes sits down with MSK’s Chief of Computational Oncology, Sohrab Shah, and Chair of the Department of Radiology, Lawrence H. Schwartz, to discuss the transformative role of artificial intelligence in cancer care. They explore how A.I. is making a real impact in radiology, from reducing the time patients spend ge…

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PEMF Breakdown: A Tool to Facilitate Wellness 46:45

11M ago46:45

46:45

Ms. Kara Hayes discusses the power of pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMF) to facilitate wellness. Kara Hayes, MS Physics, has worked with Pulse PEMF since 2019. Following a thorough hike of the Appalachian Trail in 2005, Kara has been on a health adventure solving her Lyme, thyroid and mold challenges. This rewarding journey through functional/int…

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Homeopathic Medicine: Empowering Healthcare 48:56

11M ago48:56

48:56

Ms. Paola Brown dscusses the power of homeopathic medicine to transform healthcare and to empower the doctor and patient relationship. An engaging speaker and established author, Paola Brown earned a BA in English education and an MA in curriculum and instruction from Arizona State University, graduating summa cum laude, before spending more than a…

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Animal Communication, Strengthening Our Invisible Bond 48:46

12M ago48:46

48:46

Ms. Shannon Cutts, intuitive animal communicator and educator discusses the invisible and unbreakable bond between humans and their pets. Through intuitive animal communication, Shannon builds bridges and answers questions that pet owners never thought could be possible. Shannon Cutts is an intuitive animal communicator and educator and Reiki maste…

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Government Control from Cradle to Grave Part 2 46:49

12M ago46:49

46:49

Lynne Taylor, educational researcher and consultant, writer, and speaker known as The Common Core Diva, re-joins Dr. George further discuss how the government will want to control our lives from cradle to grave. They delve into the nexus between medicine, the education system, the government and its effect on the future of the family. Lynne Taylor …

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Closing the “GAPS” Between Nutrition and Chronic Disease 47:39

12M ago47:39

47:39

Jennifer Scribner, Functional Nutritional Therapy practitioner and certified GAPS practitioner discusses the connection between nutrition and our digestive system, mental health, immune system, and chronic disease. Jennifer Scribner is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner trained by Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride in 2011. Her specialty is he…

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Government Control from Cradle to Grave Part 1 33:05

12M ago33:05

33:05

Lynne Taylor, educational researcher and consultant, writer, and speaker known as The Common Core Diva, re-joins Dr. George to discuss the connection between Medicaid, our education system and how the government will want to control our lives from cradle to grave. What does government control mean for children, our families, and our future? Lynne T…

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The Education System Dumbing Down Americans 49:38

12M ago49:38

49:38

Karen Schoen, educator, talk show host, pubic speaker and small business discusses why the goal of the education system has been to dumb down young Americans to the 6th grade level. Who stands to gain? Karen Schoen is a Patriot, Talk Radio Host (Prism of America’s Education on americaoutloud.com), Educator, Marketing Consultant, Journalist, Advocat…

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George's Journey Facing Brain Cancer 17:50

1y ago17:50

17:50

George Kolasa was living his dream life as a fashion executive in New York City when in February 2022, he was diagnosed with glioblastoma – the most common form of brain cancer. In this special episode, George and his husband Justin take us on their journey as cancer patient and caregiver as it has unfolded in real time over the past year. We see G…

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Sure-Fire Ways to Live with More Vitality & Less Stress 48:23

1y ago48:23

48:23

Dr. Susan Smith Jones, PhD, Author and founder of Health Unlimited, discusses sure-fire ways to live with more vitality & less stress. For a woman with three of America’s most ordinary names, Susan Smith Jones, PhD, has certainly made extraordinary contributions in the fields of holistichealth, anti-aging, optimum nutrition and balanced living. For…

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