Best Vivo Life Podcasts (2024)

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A Unique Approach to in vivo CAR T Therapy and New Advancements in the Field 32:19

1h ago32:19

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In this episode, Vera spoke with Tim Culp, PhD, Vice President of Research and Development at Interius BioTherapeutics, a Philadelphia-based biotech company. Their lead program focuses on an intravenous CAR therapy for B cell lymphomas. Additionally, the company is advancing a second program aimed at treating autoimmune diseases. Dr. Culp joined In…

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The Promise of Epigenetic Therapeutics in Alcohol-Associated Hepatitis ft. DURECT President and CEO Dr. James Brown 32:33

7d ago32:33

32:33

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with James E. Brown, DVM, co-founder, President and CEO of DURECT. DURECT is pioneering a therapeutic strategy by leveraging the potential of epigenetic modulation to alter the trajectory of severe and life-threatening conditions like acute organ injury and cancer. The company is specifically focused on the development…

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Guessing Game: How to Translate American English Phrases to Spanish (Pt. 1) ♫ 213 28:17

7d ago28:17

28:17

In this episode, we shift gears from our recent focus on Colombian and Cuban Spanish to explore some common American English phrases 🇺🇸 Tamara takes the expert seat as Kelly and Maribel attempt to guess the meanings behind these expressions. We’ll find out whether these American phrases have similar expressions in Spanish, so you can connect with n…

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Pioneering mRNA Therapies for Lung Diseases 34:15

14d ago34:15

34:15

In this episode, Vera spoke with Carsten Rudolph, PhD, CEO of Ethris. Ethris was founded by Dr. Rudolph and Professor Christian Plank with the goal of establishing messenger RNA (mRNA) as a novel drug modality for lung diseases such as asthma and rare pulmonary conditions like primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) and pulmonary alveolar proteinosis. Eth…

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Juego de adivinanzas: 9 expresiones de Colombia ♫ 212 38:03

15d ago38:03

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In this episode, I'm joined once again by Spanish con Salsa Language Coaches Maribel Zapata and Kelly Delgado. This time, Kelly and I put ourselves to the test by trying to guess the meaning of 9 unique Colombian expressions that Maribel shares with us. Kelly and I do our very best to decipher what they really mean. Will you join us in the challeng…

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Silencing Disease: Shifting Treatment Paradigms with RNAi Therapeutics ft. Alnylam’s VP Research Dr. Kirk Brown 30:15

21d ago30:15

30:15

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Kirk Brown, PhD, Vice President of Research at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals. Alnylam is focused on developing RNAi medicines to transform the way diseases like cardiovascular and neurological diseases are treated. Dr. Brown’s preclinical work combining stable siRNA designs with alternative conjugation strategies has en…

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De guayaberos y boniatos: aprende 8 expresiones cubanas ♫ 211 32:16

22d ago32:16

32:16

In this episode, I’m joined by two special guests from our Language Coaching team at Spanish con Salsa—Kelly Delgado from Cuba 🇨🇺 and Maribel from Colombia 🇨🇴. We're sharing 8 unique Cuban Spanish phrases that you’ll definitely want to add to your vocabulary! But here’s the twist... Maribel and I have to guess the meanings of these phrases before K…

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The 5 Actions that Guarantee Spanish Fluency ♫ 210 16:57

29d ago16:57

16:57

Do you struggle with making CONSISTENT progress with your Spanish? In this episode, I break down the 5 Cs of consistency—the simple actions that, when done regularly, will lead you to Spanish fluency. If you’ve been struggling to stay consistent with your Spanish practice or don’t know where to start, this episode is for you! It’s not about studyin…

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The Science of Sleep: Unmet Needs and Treatments for Narcolepsy ft. Avadel Pharma’s Dr. Jennifer Gudeman 33:38

1M ago33:38

33:38

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Jennifer Gudeman, Pharm D, Senior Vice President, Medical and Clinical Affairs, Avadel Pharmaceuticals plc, a biopharmaceutical company working on innovative solutions to the development of medications that disrupt treatment paradigms and address unmet needs. The company is currently focused on developing treatmen…

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The 5 Myths Keeping You from Spanish Fluency ♫ 209 21:17

1M ago21:17

21:17

Are the voices in your head holding you back from becoming fluent in Spanish? In this episode, we're uncovering the 5 biggest myths that could be standing in your way. Spoiler: they're all lies! 🙅🏾 Listen to find out: Which of these 5 myths might be stopping you from reaching fluency 🤔 The only 3 real reasons why people struggle to reach fluency 🤐 …

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Non-Hormonal Innovations in Obesity and Diabetes Treatment with Aphaia Pharma’s Dr. Steffen-Sebastian Bolz 42:30

1M ago42:30

42:30

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Steffen-Sebastian Bolz, MD, PhD, a scientist, physician and entrepreneur. He is a Co-Founder of Aphaia Pharma AG and Founder and Chief Scientific and Medical Officer at Qanatpharma AG. Dr. Bolz holds a full professorship at the University of Toronto, is a Principal Investigator at the Ted Rogers Centre for Heart R…

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Persistence Pays Off: Cynthia’s Spanish Success Story ♫ 208 43:35

1M ago43:35

43:35

In this episode, Tamara interviews Cynthia, a dedicated member of the Spanish Fluency Club, who shares her journey to becoming fluent in Spanish. She talks about the challenges she’s faced over the years, like dealing with language differences in her Cuban family and the lack of resources when she first started learning. 💬 If you’ve ever felt stuck…

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FNIH Study Shows Promise of Blood Tests for Alzheimer’s Disease, featuring Dementia Expert Dr. Schindler and FNIH Neuroscience Director Dr. Travaglia 36:43

2M ago36:43

36:43

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Alessio Travaglia, PhD, neuroscientist and Director Neuroscience at the Foundation for the National Institutes of Health (FNIH) and Suzanne Schindler, MD, PhD, Associate Professor of Neurology at Washington University. Results from a head-to-head study led by the FNIH Biomarkers Consortium, with data analysis led …

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Días lluviosos, conciertos en vivo, y viajes memorables: Una charla con Kesia, Jael, y Kelly (parte 2) ♫ 207 48:39

2M ago48:39

48:39

In this episode, host Tamara Marie continues the conversation with Spanish con Salsa coaches Kesia Sosa, Jael Tórrez, and Kelly Delgado. The discussion covers favorite places to relax in their cities, dream concerts, and the most special trips they’ve taken. This episode is a great opportunity to practice your listening skills as the entire convers…

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Beyond the Beat: Dr. Matthew Martinez Discusses HCM Care in Athletes and New Camzyos Guidelines 39:15

2M ago39:15

39:15

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Matthew Martinez, MD, a board-certified cardiologist and nationally recognized expert in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). He serves as director of Atlantic Health System Sports Cardiology and the director of the Chanin T. Mast Center for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. Dr. Martinez is the Chair of ACC online “LEARN…

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Platos favoritos, tecnología y supertsiciones: Una charla con Kesia, Jael, y Kelly ♫ 206 41:28

2M ago41:28

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Ready to take your Spanish listening skills to the next level and learn more about Latin American culture? 🎧 In this episode, host Tamara Marie is joined by Language Coaches Jael Tórrez, Kelly Delgado, and Kesia Sosa from the Spanish con Salsa team for an engaging conversation. We talk about cultural superstitions from Nicaragua 🇳🇮, Cuba 🇨🇺, and th…

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Bridging Science and Advocacy with Lawreen Asuncion, Life Science Professional and Rare Disease Patient Advocate 33:48

2M ago33:48

33:48

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Lawreen Asuncion, a patient advocate who works to raise awareness for the rare disease Usher syndrome. Lawreen has worked professionally in the biotech and life science markets for over 25 years. She provides input and perspectives for rare genetic disease programs and clinical trials sponsored by biotech and phar…

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How to Stay Motivated and Make Consistent Progress with Spanish (Interview with Brittany Davis, Winner of the Spanish con Salsa Members Challenge) ♫ 15 [ENCORE] 22:40

2M ago22:40

22:40

In this episode, we’re talking to a Spanish learner that’s probably a lot like you. Brittany feels a connection with Latino culture, music, and her local community. After downloading numerous apps and stocking up on textbooks, Brittany was still unable to have a conversation in Spanish. 💬 Brittany shares the strategy that led her to a 549-day Spani…

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Bringing Integrated Nutritional and Pharmaceutical Approaches to the Table for GI Health with Nestlé Health Science’s Moreno Perugini 36:26

2M ago36:26

36:26

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Moreno Perugini, President of Active & Medical Nutrition, US & President of Global Pharmaceutical Therapies at Nestlé Health Science US. As President of Global Pharmaceutical Therapies, Moreno and his team actively shape the healthcare system through innovative approaches and a strong commitment to delivering phar…

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From Beginner to Conversational Fluency in 90 Days (Interview with Ryan Chindavong) ♫ 85 [ENCORE] 29:57

2M ago29:57

29:57

Do you freeze up when talking to a native Spanish speaker? Is it hard to find someone to speak to in Spanish where you live? If you're struggling to reach conversational fluency in Spanish, or feel nervous about talking to native speakers, this episode is for you. Ryan shares his story about how he went from not knowing what to say during his first…

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Innovating Approaches to Target Diseases of Aging with Jerry McLaughlin, CEO of Life Biosciences 29:30

3M ago29:30

29:30

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Jerry McLaughlin, chief executive officer and board member of Life Biosciences, a company advancing innovative cellular rejuvenation platforms to reverse diseases of aging. Life Biosciences is developing a gene therapy for primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) and non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAI…

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What is Your Language Learning Type? ♫ 134 [ENCORE] 28:06

3M ago28:06

28:06

What type of language learner are you? The type of language learner you are will influence how quickly you reach Spanish fluency. I will help you improve your Spanish and accelerate your path to fluency by helping you identify your language learning type. 📝 Take the Quiz > https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/typequiz Do you struggle to understand …

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Golden Innovations: Nanocrystal Therapies for ALS and MS with Clene Nanomedicines’ Dr. Karen Ho 34:11

3M ago34:11

34:11

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Karen S. Ho, PhD, Vice President, Translational Medicine at Clene Nanomedicine, a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing treatments for neurodegenerative diseases to restore and protect neuronal health and function. Clene Nanomedicine is developing nanotherapeutics that target cellular energy impairments …

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From Symptoms to Solutions: Transforming Menopause Treatment with Marci English of Astellas Pharma 28:17

3M ago28:17

28:17

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Marci English, Vice President and Head of BioPharma Development at Astellas Pharma about a groundbreaking new treatment that addresses the underlying mechanisms of menopause symptoms. In May 2023, Astellas received FDA approval for fezolinetant (commercial name Veozah) for the treatment of moderate to severe vasom…

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Learn Nicaraguan Spanish with Music: Amor Fritanguero by La Cuneta Son Machín ♫ 205 26:56

3M ago26:56

26:56

In this episode, Spanish con Salsa Language Coach Jael Tórrez shares the meaning of a song from Nicaragua. 🇳🇮 We’ll break down the lyrics of Amor Fritanguero by La Cuneta Son Machín. 🎶 In this episode, you’ll learn: What is a Nicaraguan fritanga and what makes it unique? 🤷🏾 The meaning of expressions like "abrir la gaza" and "ruge el tigre" 🐯🤔 One …

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New Frontiers in MASH and Chronic Liver Diseases with Aligos CEO Dr. Lawrence Blatt 34:59

3M ago34:59

34:59

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Lawrence Blatt, PhD, MBA, Chairman and CEO of Aligos Therapeutics, a company developing targeted therapies for liver diseases like MASH (metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis) and viral diseases to address important unmet medical needs. Prior to co-founding Aligos Therapeutics, Dr. Blatt served as the G…

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Learn Puerto Rican Spanish with Music: Hijos del Cañaveral by Residente ♫ 204 23:26

3M ago23:26

23:26

In this episode, we talk about the song Hijos del Cañaveral by Puerto Rican artist Residente. 🎤 I'll break down the lyrics with Spanish con Salsa Language Coach Marla Rivera. Marla is from Puerto Rico and explains how much you can learn about Puerto Rican culture and history from this song. 🎵 In this episode you’ll learn: The Puerto Rican history t…

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FNIH’s Dr. Travaglia and ALS Patient Advocate Dr. Sethi Discuss New ALS Program 30:10

4M ago30:10

30:10

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Alessio Travaglia, PhD, Director Neuroscience at the Foundation for the National Institutes of Health (FNIH) who also manages FNIH’s new Accelerating Medicines Partnership in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (AMP ALS) program, and Nadia Sethi, DDS, an ALS patient advocate who formerly served as Director of Community …

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Marla's Bilingual Story: From Puerto Rico to Pro Interpreter ♫ 203 36:16

4M ago36:16

36:16

In this episode, we get to know Marla Rivera from Puerto Rico, the newest member of our Spanish con Salsa team. Marla talks about how she became a language coach and interpreter, what it was like growing up bilingual in Puerto Rico, and the challenges she faced learning multiple languages. 💬 In this episode you’ll learn: Her experience growing up b…

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The Road Ahead for Former ALS Hopeful Relyvrio ft. Amylyx's Joshua Cohen and Justin Klee 41:04

4M ago41:04

41:04

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Joshua Cohen and Justin Klee, co-CEOs and co-founders of Amylyx Pharmaceuticals, a company developing therapeutics for neurodegenerative diseases like amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Josh and Justin co-founded Amylyx Pharmaceuticals in 2013. Josh co-invented the oral, fixed-dose combination AMX0035 (known com…

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Puerto Rico vs. República Dominicana: Cultura, Jerga y Diferencias ♫ 202 45:53

4M ago45:53

45:53

In this episode we chat with Sherly from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 and Kesia from the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴 to uncover the differences and similarities between these two cultures. Learn the fun and unique slang used on each island and pick up tips on understanding and speaking Caribbean Spanish like a local. In this episode you’ll learn: How to say words like…

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Insights into Precision Dosing with Dr. Howard McLeod and Dr. Sharmeen Roy 38:33

4M ago38:33

38:33

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Howard McLeod, PharmD, Director of the Center for Precision Medicine and Functional Genomics, Professor of Pharmacy and Medicine at Utah Tech University and Precision Medicine Advisor at the Geriatric Oncology Consortium; and Sharmeen Roy, PharmD, Chief Strategy and Science Officer at DoseMe, which is the world’s …

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Cultura puertorriqueña: Una charla con Sherly sobre idiomas, música y tradiciones ♫ 201 34:30

4M ago34:30

34:30

In this episode we meet Sherly from Puerto Rico, a new member of the Spanish con Salsa team, who talks about her challenges and experiences in learning multiple languages. 🌍 Sherly tells us about the Puerto Rican culture such as Christmas traditions, the use of Spanglish in everyday life, and the most popular musical genres: Bomba, Plena, and Regga…

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Targeting AML with a New Generation of T-Cell Therapies, ft. Brian Atwood, Chairman and CEO of CERo Therapeutics 29:39

4M ago29:39

29:39

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Brian Atwood, Chairman and CEO of CERo Therapeutics, a company pioneering a new generation of autologous T-cell-based therapies for both hematologic and solid tumor cancers. Prior to joining CERo, Brian Atwood served as Chairman of the board of directors of Phoenix Biotech Acquisition Corp., which merged with CERo…

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El día perfecto, la fama y las ganas de cantar: Una conversación con el equipo de Spanish con Salsa ♫ 200 39:25

4M ago39:25

39:25

We’re celebrating our 200th episode! 🎉 Join the Spanish con Salsa team for an engaging conversation en español. Whether you're a beginner or an intermediate learner, this is a great chance for you to practice your listening skills with Spanish Language Coaches Jael, Marla, and Yohenia as they discuss different topics. 👂🏽 Listen to the episode to: H…

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Exploring Next-Gen Antivirals ft. Sam Lee, PhD, Co-CEO & President, Cocrystal Pharma 24:45

4M ago24:45

24:45

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Sam Lee, PhD, Co-Chief Executive Officer and President of Cocrystal Pharma, a company developing novel antiviral therapeutics against COVID-19 and other coronaviruses, influenza viruses and noroviruses. Cocrystal Pharma leverages a unique structure-based drug discovery platform, complemented by Nobel Prize-winning…

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Cómo decir “adiós” en Cuba ♫ 199 34:51

5M ago34:51

34:51

In this episode, we learn 14 different ways to say goodbye to someone in Cuba. 🇨🇺 Kelly talks about why Cubans say goodbye in these ways and also how you can ask someone to leave. 👉🏾🚪 In this episode you’ll learn: When and who you should use certain farewell expressions with in Cuba 👋🏾 An expression that you should not repeat outside of Cuba to say…

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Gene Editing Innovations with Programmable Gene Insertion (PGI) Technology ft. Dr. John Finn, Tome Biosciences 33:39

5M ago33:39

33:39

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with John Finn, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer at Tome Biosciences, a company developing programmable gene insertion (PGI) technology. PGI is a cutting-edge gene editing technology that allows for the insertion of large sequences of DNA with site-specific precision. PGI is a revolutionary approach for the development of…

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New Frontiers in Epilepsy and Seizure Treatments ft. Dr. Jeremy Levin and Meg Alexander, Ovid Therapeutics 47:51

5M ago47:51

47:51

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Jeremy Levin, D. Phil, MB BChir, CEO and Chairman of Ovid Therapeutics Inc., and Meg Alexander, Chief Strategy Officer at Ovid. Ovid Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of medicines for epilepsies and seizure-related neurological disorders. Prior to founding Ovid, Dr. Levin was p…

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Learn Spanish Numbers with Music [Conteo Regresivo] ♫ 146 [ENCORE] 29:37

5M ago29:37

29:37

Almost everyone knows to count from 1 to 10 in Spanish--before they even learned the language. In this episode, we'll review useful vocabulary related to numbers in Spanish with the salsa song Conteo Regresivo by Gilberto Santa Rosa. Learn how to count from one to 1 million in this episode of the podcast, and some common expressions thaat use Spani…

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The State of Infectious Diseases and New Trivalent Flu Vaccine ft. Infectious Disease Experts Dr. William Schaffner and Dr. Kelly Moore 48:51

5M ago48:51

48:51

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with William Schaffner, MD, Professor of Preventive Medicine Health Policy and Professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases at Vanderbilt University; and Kelly Moore, MD, MPH, President and CEO at Immunize.org and Associate Professor of Health Policy at Vanderbilt University. Dr. Schaffner and Dr. Moore discussed t…

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Easy Hack to Learn Spanish Past Tense Verbs ♫ 198 23:09

5M ago23:09

23:09

In this episode we focus on grammar, specifically on one of the easiest past tenses in Spanish to remember. 🧠 We learn how simple it can be to start using this tense in conversations, even if it's not always grammatically perfect. 💬 In this episode you’ll learn: The most common use for the imperfect 🔍 How to make sure you’re not using the wrong ver…

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Psychedelic-Based Therapeutics for Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) – Interview with Robert Barrow, CEO, MindMed 26:04

5M ago26:04

26:04

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Robert Barrow, CEO and Board Director at MindMed, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel product candidates to treat brain health disorders. The company is developing innovative psychedelic-based product candidates, with and without acute perceptual effects, targeting neurotransmitter pathways…

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Learn Cuban Spanish with Music: Guantanamera ♫ 197 35:22

5M ago35:22

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In this episode, Yohenia shows us a very popular song from Cuba due to its great historical significance. 🇨🇺 Let's listen to the lyrics of the song Guantanamera, a Cuban classic of the musical genre Son. 🎶 In this episode you’ll learn: The difference between the musical genres Son and Salsa 💃🏾 Cuban vocabulary: words like Guajira, Guano and Guantan…

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Developing Conditionally Active Antibodies: Interview with John K. Celebi, President & CEO, Sensei Bio. 28:16

6M ago28:16

28:16

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with John K. Celebi, MBA, President & Chief Executive Officer, Sensei Bio, a clinical-stage immuno-oncology company focused on the discovery and development of next-generation therapeutics for cancer patients. Sensei Biotherapeutics specializes in creating conditionally active antibodies. These are engineered to operat…

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Language Coaching for Spanish Fluency with Maribel Zapata ♫ 196 35:12

6M ago35:12

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In this episode, we talk about how you can go from a Spanish learner to a Spanish speaker. 🗣💬 We talk with Maribel about the best ways to improve your fluency in Spanish in a fun and effective way. ✅ In this episode you’ll learn: The key to improving your fluency in Spanish 🔑 The mistakes many people make when setting up a learning goal 🚫 The diffe…

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Treg Cell Therapy for Neurodegenerative Diseases – Interview with Dr. Howard Berman, CEO, Coya Therapeutics 34:02

6M ago34:02

34:02

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Howard Berman, PhD, Founder and CEO of Coya Therapeutics, a clinical-stage biotech company developing regulatory T cell (Treg) therapies targeting neurodegenerative, autoimmune and metabolic diseases. Dr. Berman founded Coya Therapeutics in 2021. Dr. Berman has over 18 years of entrepreneurial and industry experie…

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How to Understand Spanish Accents: A Conversation with Maribel Zapata ♫ 195 35:17

6M ago35:17

35:17

In this episode, Maribel shares her experiences traveling through South America and discovering the different existing accents. 🌎 She also tells us what to do when we don't understand what someone says in Spanish. 🤔 In this episode you will learn: The easiest way to start conversations in Spanish 👥💬 The difference between accents from Colombia and …

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Improving Cancer Screening Among Métis Communities: Interview with Margaret Froh, President, Métis Nation of Ontario 32:08

6M ago32:08

32:08

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Margaret Froh, President of the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO). Margaret is also a lawyer by training. The Métis are a distinct Indigenous people recognized in s.35 of Canada’s Constitution. Métis communities have their own shared customs, traditions and collective identities that are rooted in kinship, their speci…

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Learn Cuban Spanish with Music: Cuba Isla Bella by Orishas ♫ 194 20:28

6M ago20:28

20:28

In this episode, Kelly shows us a very energetic song about Cuban identity. 🇨🇺 Cuba Isla Bella by Orishas has different musical genres 🎶 and talks about that even if you are in another country, you will always be Cuban. 🌎 In this episode you’ll learn: Differences between musical genres: Salsa and Timba 🎼 Cuban phrases, like “tírate un paso” 💬 El Ca…

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