Best Stupid Cancer Podcasts (2024)

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[HIATUS] Stupid Cancer: You Know What It Is with Alison Silberman 32:18

3d ago32:18

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On the show today, I'm so thrilled to welcome live in-studio Alison Silberman, CEO at Stupid Cancer (my old job, as you may know), and Shannon Wyant, a fellow AYA cancer survivor and sitting committee member of the Stupid Cancer Board of Directors (also my old job as you may know.) The best conversations are those without an agenda that manifest fr…

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[HIATUS] Dr. Mark Lewis Is the Twitter We're Looking For 32:26

14h ago32:26

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Dr. Mark Lewis is the Director of GI Oncology at Intermountain Healthcare in Salt Lake City. He is also a young adult survivor of pancreatic cancer, a thought leader on #MEDTwitter, and one of the funniest and down-to-earth physicians you're likely to meet. Motivated by losing his father to cancer, coupled with a genetic predisposition for empathy,…

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Taylor Swift & Kelce Breakup?! + Politics are a JOKE | Ep 177 1:17:58

14h ago1:17:58

1:17:58

Today we talk about everything from Taylor Swift's scheduled breakup with Travis Kelce to Trump vs Harris vs Biden, everything is a joke. To top it all off, we sprinkle in some fun with rescue rats and unique questions!Reddit- Our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FivesACrowd- Our Account: https://www.reddit.com/user/FivesACrowdPodcastFollow Our …

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47: Why are cancer rates rising among younger people? – with Kimmie Ng and Charles Swanton 37:46

1d ago37:46

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Since the early 1990s, there’s been a concerning uptick in cancer incidence among adults younger than 50 years. Scientists are racing to understand what’s driving these trends. Some evidence points to roles for established risk factors – including smoking and obesity. But some research is also exploring environmental exposures – such as microplasti…

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Questions That Hurt Our Heads | Ep 176 51:09

3d ago51:09

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Reddit- Our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FivesACrowd- Our Account: https://www.reddit.com/user/FivesACrowdPodcastFollow Our Personal AccountsAustin - https://allmylinks.com/austinspomerCam - https://www.instagram.com/effinburch/Chris - https://www.instagram.com/thechrishummel/Tony - https://www.instagram.com/theonlytonyc/Zach - https://www.i…

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[HIATUS] Lynch Syndrome: Try To Not Get Cancer? 29:56

10d ago29:56

29:56

Today on the show, we talk to powerhouse couple David and Robin Dubin, who founded Alive and Kickn to advocate for those with the Lynch gene. At age 29, Dave was diagnosed with colon cancer and Lynch Syndrome. Few have heard of it, but Dave and Robin are trying to change that. Because Lynch is a genetic pre-condition to cancer that affects 1 out of…

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Anything But Routine 7 Season Finale 2:56

17d ago2:56

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It’s the end of summer and the end of “Anything But Routine”’s seventh season! Hear the wrap-up, say goodbye, and find out when we’ll be back! #unroutineinspiration

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[HIATUS] This Little Diagnostic Went To Market... 36:01

22d ago36:01

36:01

On the show today, I'm thrilled to welcome – LIVE IN STUDIO — Liz Cormier-May, CEO of Mammogen, and Marty Keiser, CEO at IV Bioholdings. It's hard to blend funny, entertaining wit with healthcare jargon like diagnostics, market access, go-to-market strategy, etc. And yet, somehow, we did it. The process is gnarly and ridiculous, but now more than e…

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Austin's Horrifically Desensitized & The Insane Lockdown on Social Media | Ep 175 1:12:01

22d ago1:12:01

1:12:01

PSA: Although we did talk about a social media lockdown that was supposedly happening Australia, that was spread on the internet , we found in doing additional research on the upload of this very podcast that the information is false. That to say, it did spark some genuinely good conversation, and it was fun to share our thoughts on the idea of wha…

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Anything But Routine 7 Episode 11: Our Future 9:15

28d ago9:15

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Meet Missy Barnes, who has spent the past 30 years working in one of the most noble professions there is: the teaching profession. #unroutineinspiration

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[HIATUS] Overhead: Dan Pallotta on How Great Nonprofits Actually Work 28:18

29d ago28:18

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On today's show, we welcome one of the most influential human beings of my career: Dan Pallotta, champion of charity and the entire nonprofit business sector. Dan's take on how we as a culture think about charity the wrong way planted a bedrock philosophy in my head for how I was going to grow and lead Stupid Cancer to scalable success without the …

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Back to School Nightmares | Ep 174 1:08:27

29d ago1:08:27

1:08:27

Reddit- Our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FivesACrowd- Our Account: https://www.reddit.com/user/FivesACrowdPodcastFollow Our Personal AccountsAustin - https://allmylinks.com/austinspomerCam - https://www.instagram.com/effinburch/Chris - https://www.instagram.com/thechrishummel/Tony - https://www.instagram.com/theonlytonyc/Zach - https://www.i…

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Anything But Routine 7 Episode 10: The Long Haul 12:14

1M ago12:14

12:14

Meet Michele Yoder, whose battle with COVID-19 left her comatose and on a last-resort form of life-support called ECMO for nearly three months. After her miraculous survival, she now lives with Long COVID and Severe Pulmonary Fibrosis and continues to actively work on her recovery. #unroutineinspiration…

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[HIATUS] The One With Jane Sarasohn-Kahn 39:35

1M ago39:35

39:35

Today's show is not a "very special episode" of Different Strokes, Facts of Life, Family Ties, Webster, or Blossom, BUT it is a "very special episode" nonetheless. Jane Sarasohn-Kahn has been a friend, a teacher, a mentor, a sherpa, a conscience, and a big sister to me for over 15 years. I mean it when I say she is as close to her biological family…

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Chris's Baby Adoption Has FINALIZED!!! | Ep 173 1:37:23

1M ago1:37:23

1:37:23

We have a HUGE update on today's podcast; Chris's baby adoption has finalized! Reddit- Our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FivesACrowd- Our Account: https://www.reddit.com/user/FivesACrowdPodcastFollow Our Personal AccountsAustin - https://allmylinks.com/austinspomerCam - https://www.instagram.com/effinburch/Chris - https://www.instagram.com/th…

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Anything But Routine 7 Episode 9: Remember When . . ? 13:21

1M ago13:21

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On July 24, 2002, in Somerset County, Pennsylvania - only 10 months and 10 miles from the crash of United Flight 93 - another historical event unfolded that captured the world’s attention. This time, with the successful rescue of nine coal miners from the flooded Quecreek Mine, there was a happy ending. #unroutineinspiration…

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[HIATUS] Cancer Guidelines: Excuse Me While I Whip This Out 31:48

1M ago31:48

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Throughout the history of cancer advocacy, there are the advocates who made us and the organizations who made us. And one such organization is the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, which is — for all intents and purposes — the “Good Housekeeping meets Consumer Reports” of all cancer standards of care, best practices, guidelines, and credibilit…

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Austin's Cancer Scare & EATING A HUMAN LEG?! | Ep. 172 1:34:43

1M ago1:34:43

1:34:43

Today we're bringing a new meaning to the word Vomlette! We welcome Vomlette 2.0, now with segments! We're upgrading how we do things around here, enjoy the podcast to your liking, and use the timestamps below if you'd like to skip a section, or jump straight to the meaty segment ;) As always, thanks for being part of this crowd! TIMESTAMPS 00:00 -…

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Anything But Routine 7 Episode 8: Stupid Cancer 8:23

2M ago8:23

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Meet Audrey Marsh, an 80-year-old woman who has fought melanoma not once, not twice, but SIX times throughout her lifetime - and survived! #unroutineinspiration

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[HIATUS] A Brief History of Young Adult Cancer Psychotherapy 33:19

2M ago33:19

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On the show today, the legendary Julie Larson, speaker, educator, psychotherapist, and luminary, legacy young adult cancer advocate. As one of the few people who have been consistently working in the same career profession they went to school for, Julie may consider herself a midwestern gal transplant to the big city but, after more than 15 years i…

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Anything But Routine 7 Episode 7: In Your Own Backyard 6:44

2M ago6:44

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Meet Becca Frola-Biss, whose love for sculpting and clay as a child ultimately led her to become a potter as an an adult - and then to open her own ceramics studio! #unroutineinspiration

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[HIATUS] Don't Start A Charity: An Cautionary Origin Story 33:45

2M ago33:45

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Elizabeth Woolfe is a veteran nonprofit consultant and unmatched sherpa guide in the business, management, and organizational culture of charity. Full disclosure: Liz also one of my best friends in the world and saved my ass more than a few times serving as strategic counsel to Stupid Cancer during the latter half of my tenure. As of this recording…

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The Shooting of Donald Trump | Ep. 171 1:24:33

2M ago1:24:33

1:24:33

Today we talk about the shot that was heard round the world, and everything surrounding it; implications, conspiracies, and more! Do you think the government was trying to take him down? This is a weird one!Reddit- Our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FivesACrowd- Our Account: https://www.reddit.com/user/FivesACrowdPodcastFollow Our Personal Acc…

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46: A new government and health after the general election: part 2 – with Hannah White and John McTernan 31:18

2M ago31:18

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There’s a new Prime Minister in Downing Street and a new political reality in the UK. But what does it all mean for health and care? The incoming government faces a range of complex policy challenges – many of them linked to health and care – and a daunting fiscal inheritance. While the public might show patience for a few months, they will expect …

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Anything But Routine 7 Episode 6: Helping Hands 8:54

2M ago8:54

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Meet Andi Palmar, whose nonprofit organization, Operation BeYoutiful, not only provides wigs to girls and women of all ages who need them, but makes a point of treating their sense of well-being, too! #unroutineinspiration

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[HIATUS] The One with Craig Lipset 32:26

2M ago32:26

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On the show today —> The venerable Craig Lipset, a storied luminary in the annals of clinical trial innovation — and I mean innovation with a Capital I. (None of that lower case crap happening here on my watch) Craig is the Founder of Clinical Innovation Partners and the Co-Founder of Decentralized Trials & Research Alliance (DTRA), and a proud exp…

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Disaster Weddings & Immediately Failed Marriages | Ep 170 42:28

2M ago42:28

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Today we dissect shocking and hilarious stories about marriages that failed immediately from a post on Reddit asking; "People Who Went to A Wedding Where the Couple Didn't Last Long, What Happened?"Reddit- Our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FivesACrowd- Our Account: https://www.reddit.com/user/FivesACrowdPodcastFollow Our Personal AccountsAust…

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Anything But Routine 7 Episode 5: Invisible 13:25

2M ago13:25

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Meet Karen Caffrey, an athletic, energetic, otherwise healthy woman who sustained her first heart attack at age 39, her second nearly ten years later, and shares what it’s like to live with an invisible, little-understood condition called Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection. #unroutineinspiration

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[HIATUS] So LGBTQ People Get Cancer Too? 27:58

2M ago27:58

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Today I talk to LGBT cancer advocate Liz Margolies. For over 30 years, Liz has worked as a psychotherapist with a specialty in cancer, trauma, and sexuality. She’s an OG LGBT rights activist, and when four of her lesbian friends died of ovarian cancer within months of each other, Liz launched the National LGBT Cancer Network. Because the LGBT commu…

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IN THE NEWS + Austin's Testosterone Replacement Journey | Ep 169 1:26:31

2M ago1:26:31

1:26:31

Today we talk about all the things in the news, and Austin shares his TRT (testosterone replacement therapy) journey! TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Start! 01:20 - Sutherland passing 03:20 - Actors You Can't Name Starter Pack 09:30 - FRB Aliens (radio bursts from outer space) 11:15 - Monolith showed up again 14:47 - Monster Energy Conspiracy 16:53 - Voyager 1 …

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Incredibly Stupid Laws You NEED to Know About | Ep 168 58:57

3M ago58:57

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Today we talk about the dumbest, weirdest, and stupidest laws we could find.Reddit- Our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FivesACrowd- Our Account: https://www.reddit.com/user/FivesACrowdPodcastFollow Our Personal AccountsAustin - https://allmylinks.com/austinspomerCam - https://www.instagram.com/effinburch/Chris - https://www.instagram.com/thech…

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Anything But Routine 7 Episode 4: In Your Own Backyard 11:55

3M ago11:55

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In 1970, a castle appeared along the Lincoln Highway in rural Stoystown, Pennsylvania and quickly became a renowned, beloved landmark. Come hear the story of Kings & Queens Restaurant and Pub! #unroutineinspiration

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[HIATUS] It's Not a Tumor: The Multitalented Grace Wethor 34:11

3M ago34:11

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Today on the show, I welcome an extraordinary young woman —> Grace Wethor is a living unicorn of talent and intelligence. Guitarist. Pianist, Trapeze Artist, Figure Skater, Model, Author, TED Speaker — and 6-year survivor of an inoperable brain stem glioma that she was diagnosed with at 13 years old in 2015. Grace is the author of "You're So Lucky"…

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We Let You into Our Private Group Chat.. Video Required | Ep 167 1:10:59

3M ago1:10:59

1:10:59

We let you into our private group chat... We share reels that make us laugh, cry, scream, and giggle. This is a new format for us, so please let us know your honest thoughts! Would you like to see more of this style? Perhaps a short segment in our bi-weekly Vomlette episodes? Or do you like this as a whole episode? Thanks again for watching and bei…

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Anything But Routine 7 Episode 3: Dreaming Big 10:34

3M ago10:34

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Meet Kaylee Frederick, who, at the age of eighteen, became the youngest runner in history to complete what’s known as “The World’s Toughest Footrace” - the Badwater Ultramarathon! #unroutineinspiration

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[LOST EPISODE] All You Need Is "Roon" 35:51

3M ago35:51

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Today on the show, I welcome Vikram Bhaskaran and Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna (Chief of Neurological Surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine) live in studio to talk about Roon, their intriguing new cancer navigation platform for patients and caregivers. Roon is personal to Vikram as his whole career shifted from Pinterest executive to caring for his Father whe…

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45: The general election and health: part 1 – with Sam Freedman and Paul Corrigan 36:54

3M ago36:54

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As the general election approaches, what are the main parties planning on health and will it make a difference? Polling day is rapidly approaching and all the main party manifestos have now been published. But when it comes to health and care, do we know what we’re voting for? Many commentators have expressed deep frustration at the opacity of the …

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Anything But Routine 7 Episode 2: From Then To Now 13:11

3M ago13:11

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In 1943, a chance encounter on a train between a ten-year-old girl named Virginia and an American soldier named Peter spawned an unlikely friendship that encompassed an entire family. Thanks to the Internet, Virginia’s and Peter’s descendants have taken up the torch and finished the story! #unroutineinspiration…

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[LOST EPISODE] How To Be Sick with Jen Singer 36:46

3M ago36:46

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Today, I proudly welcome my cancer survivor comrade at arms, Jen Singer. Jen's got the trifecta of "shit happens," having survived cancer, heart failure, and "COVID Classic" back in February of 2020 when no one had any idea what the hell was going on. She is the creator of "How To Be Sick," patient-friendly ebooks called "The Just Diagnosed Guides"…

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[LOST EPISODE] Jen Palumbo Needs No Explaination 36:07

3M ago36:07

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On today's quirky show, I welcome Jen "Jay" Palumbo, an epic human Energizer Bunny who takes a licking and keeps on ticking. Jen is a freelance writer, Forbes contributor, and women's health advocate, specifically for reproductive rights. In a spirited coincidence, it turns out we both went to the same college at the same time, were both Theater pe…

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Anything But Routine 7 Episode 1: Catching Up 15:49

3M ago15:49

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Today marks the Season 7 kickoff of “Anything But Routine”! When I started this podcast in 2019, I’d recently moved into my love’s century-old family farmhouse, launched a new career as a professional voice actor, and finished treatment for breast cancer. What’s changed since then? What’s stayed the same? Catch up with me and find out! #unroutinein…

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WE'RE BACK, BABY! (And Better Than Ever) | Ep. 166 1:09:52

3M ago1:09:52

1:09:52

Today we welcome you to the brand spankin' new studio, and catch you up to all the crazy going on in our lives!! SUPPORT THE PODCAST - Join the Crowd! https://www.youtube.com/fivesacrowd/join FOLLOW THE CROWD Austin - https://allmylinks.com/austinspomer Cam - https://www.instagram.com/effinburch/ Chris - https://www.instagram.com/thechrishummel/ To…

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Anything But Routine 7 Trailer 4:01

4M ago4:01

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It’s “Anything But Routine's” first FULL summer season! Eleven regular episodes are coming your way! What inspirational stories will you be hearing this season? Find out now! #unroutineinspiration

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[LOST EPISODE] Healthcare Reporter Hero Jonah Comstock 30:27

4M ago30:27

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Jonah Comstock is the Editor in Chief of pharmaphorum and a veteran healthcare journalist and reporter. He's been covering this topic even before this topic was a thing to be covered. Throughout his career, he has helped to shape significant narratives about the sector, what matters today, and where he sees progress in the future. Learning from his…

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44: Sure Start: a model for long-term policymaking? – with Naomi Eisenstadt and Donna Molloy 33:08

4M ago33:08

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More long-term, mission-led policymaking is sorely needed, but how best to do it? The Sure Start programme was set up with the aim of giving young children the best possible start in life, narrowing gaps in outcomes for disadvantaged children. First announced by the New Labour government in 1998, it has evolved regularly over the past two decades. …

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[LOST EPISODE] Unexpected Consequences of the Roe v Wade Decision 35:28

4M ago35:28

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In today's special bonus episode, Matthew welcomes fellow podcaster and leading Women's Health physician Dr. Mitzi Krockover to the hot seat. Mitzi is the Founding Medical Director of the Iris Cantor UCLA Women's Health Center, a storied entrepreneur, and a thought leader in her sector. She has created a community—nee, a movement—called Beyond The …

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[HIATUS] CAREGIVER LIFEHACKS (CLL) "To Google or Not To Google" (Episode Three) 33:06

4M ago33:06

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More than 53 million Americans act as family caregivers who often fall below the radar sacrificing everything in the name of compassion, empathy, and love. Caregiver Lifehacks amplifies the voices of those impacted by the diagnosis of a loved one. Hungry to connect and share information, these authentically candid interviews give us a peek into the…

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[HIATUS] CAREGIVER LIFEHACKS (CLL) "In Sickness and In Health" (Episode Two) 29:50

4M ago29:50

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More than 53 million Americans act as family caregivers who often fall below the radar sacrificing everything in the name of compassion, empathy, and love. Caregiver Lifehacks amplifies the voices of those impacted by the diagnosis of a loved one. Hungry to connect and share information, these authentically candid interviews give us a peek into the…

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[HIATUS] CAREGIVER LIFEHACKS (CLL) "Find Your People" (Episode One) 37:05

4M ago37:05

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More than 53 million Americans act as family caregivers who often fall below the radar sacrificing everything in the name of compassion, empathy, and love. Caregiver Lifehacks amplifies the voices of those impacted by the diagnosis of a loved one. Hungry to connect and share information, these authentically candid interviews give us a peek into the…

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43: Limp NHS productivity and what to do about it – with Anita Charlesworth and Neil Sebire 32:47

5M ago32:47

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Improving NHS productivity is a key national priority. But what’s behind the slowdown and can it be reversed? Over the past few years, amid the turmoil of COVID-19, the NHS has seen substantial growth in funding and clinical staffing levels. Yet the numbers of patients treated haven’t risen in step – suggesting services, particularly NHS acute hosp…

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