The Real Chemistry Podcast
Real Chemistry
Modern medicine is advancing at faster speeds than ever before, yet the world still sees the healthcare experience as difficult and dated. The Real Chemistry Podcast shares interviews with industry leaders who are innovating in healthcare. Join Real Chemistry’s Chief Marketing Officer Aaron Strout as he explores how AI and ideas can come together to transform healthcare into what it should be.
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May 4, 2020 • 38min
Embracing Change in Order to Grow: Bryan Specht, Group President of Transformation, Consumer Activation & Marketing at W2O
W2O’s newest team member, Bryan Specht is this week's guest on What2Know. He chats about his new role at W2O, the uberization of healthcare, and key lessons learned amid COVID-19.
Apr 23, 2020 • 27min
Purposefully Scaling, Innovating & Increasing Accessibility to Proprietary Healthcare Data: Adam Cossman, Audun Utengen, and Seth Duncan of W2O
W2O recently acquired Symplur to strengthen and scale data for smarter healthcare decision making. Our own Adam Cossman, Audun Utengen, and Seth Duncan discuss what this looks like for our clients, how we've partnered to combat COVID-19 and the power of social data within the industry.
Apr 15, 2020 • 25min
Communicating Thoughtfully During COVID-19: Ellen Gerstein, Head of Content & Employee Advocacy at Pfizer and Wendy Carhart, Managing Director at W2O
During COVID-19, it's essential for organizations to communicate effectively to their key stakeholders, particularly their employees. Ellen Gerstein, Head of Content & Employee Advocacy at Pfizer, and Managing Director of W2O, Wendy Carhart, discuss best practices for organizations to follow.
Apr 2, 2020 • 30min
Taking Action Against the Coronavirus: Dilawar Syed, President & CEO, Lumiata
There are actions our leaders and society can take to combat the coronavirus. Dilawar Syed, President & CEO of Lumiata, discusses steps to fight COVID-19, he shares the role government is playing, plus he unpacks how AI can be part of the solution.
Mar 12, 2020 • 21min
Making Sense of the Coronavirus: Angela Rasmussen, PhD, Associate Research Scientist, Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health
Dr. Angela Rasmussen, Associate Research Scientist at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, discusses misconceptions around the corona virus, the importance of investment in public health, and what we all can do about COVID 19.
Feb 27, 2020 • 31min
Swimming to Fight Cancer: Rob Butcher, President & CEO, Swim Across America
We took a short break, but we’re back! This week, Rob Butcher, President & CEO of Swim Across America joins the show. He shares the importance of funding cancer research, discusses how his organization raises money to support research, plus he gives two solid book recommendations.
Dec 24, 2019 • 27min
Encouraging Clinical Trial Participation: Ken Getz, Deputy Director & Research Professor at Tufts Center for the Study of Drug Development
Conducting clinical trials properly is essential for participation. Ken Getz, Deputy Director & Research Professor at Tufts Center for the Study of Drug Development, discusses how to design clinical trials well and he shares how technology has changed the industry.
Dec 19, 2019 • 37min
Confronting Racial Bias and Disparities in Healthcare: Nikole Hannah-Jones, Investigative Reporter of The New York Times Magazine and Creator of The 1619 Project
Nikole Hannah Jones, Investigative Reporter at The New York Times Magazine and Creator of The 1619 Project, discusses racial inequities within healthcare and shares her perspective on what it will take to reverse these biases.
Dec 12, 2019 • 31min
Investing in Medical Devices: Dennis McWilliams, Venture Partner of Santé Ventures & Managing Director of SparkMed Advisors
Investing in medical devices involves a critical eye for innovation and a passion for making the world a healthier place. Dennis McWilliams of Santé Ventures and SparkMed Advisors dives into this, he predicts the future of healthcare, plus he gives his 6,200-page book recommendation.
Nov 21, 2019 • 36min
Building Inclusive Workplaces for Women: Brooke Bullen, Group Director of W2O, Abby Hayes, Managing Director of W2O and Jennifer Shaugnessy, Managing Director of W2O
WSJ Women in the Workplace is an event that brings together business leaders to have a real conversation about how managers, executives and companies can be better at building inclusive workplaces. Brooke Bullen, Group Director of W2O, Abby Hayes, Managing Director of W2O and Jennifer Shaugnessy, Managing Director of W2O, share key learnings from the event.
