ChalkTalkJim: Breaking Down the Game - A Guide to the Future of Healthcare
Episodes
When Patients Cannot Afford To Get Well
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat happens when people simply cannot afford to use the insurance they technically have? Gary Johnson from Qurate unpacks the quiet cri...
How Self-Funded Employers Win At Healthcare
18 Nov 2025
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Send us a textAttorney and Phia Group CEO Adam Russo breaks down what it really takes for self-funded employers to “win” at healthcare. He explai...
How Bio Access Cuts Burn And Time To Data
04 Nov 2025
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Send us a textJulio Martinez Clark breaks down how Bio Access helps founders protect their burn rate while getting to first in human data faster. He e...
The $2 Trillion Opportunity in Obesity Care
27 Sep 2025
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Send us a textObesity contributes more than $2 trillion to U.S. healthcare costs, but solutions remain fragmented. In this episode, Elina Onitskansky ...
The Other Half of Healthcare Innovation
12 Aug 2025
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Send us a textNot all hospital tech is about medical records or patient charts. Allen Cooper takes us inside the world of environmental services, wher...
Breaking Healthcare’s Data Gridlock
29 Jul 2025
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Send us a textJolly Nanda, founder of Althea, shares how her personal journey through decades of misdiagnosis inspired a mission to address the issues...
From NASA to Natural Healing: A Wellness Tech Journey
15 Jul 2025
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Send us a textMark Lee Fox spent nearly two decades engineering NASA’s rocket boosters—now he’s building wellness devices that help the human bo...
The Dwindling Resources of Dementia and Alzheimers Care
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textRe-Run: A Personal Reflection on Long-Term CareRecently, I lost my beloved Aunt Katie to dementia, following the earlier passing of her ...
AI, AFib, and the Future of Heart Monitoring with Mark Goddard
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAtrial fibrillation remains elusive and deadly—Mark Goddard discusses how InfoBionic’s AI-powered tools are closing that diagnostic ...
Coaching Doctors: A New Prescription for Fulfillment
14 May 2025
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Send us a textPhysician burnout is rising—but so is a new kind of remedy. Dr. Ben Reinking talks about becoming a coach after nearly 20 years in aca...
AI, Analytics, and the Future of Healthcare Strategy
30 Apr 2025
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Send us a textAndy Dé, CMO of Lightbeam Health Solutions, unpacks the sweeping changes AI and analytics are bringing to healthcare. From personalized...
The Truth About Health Insurance: Frank Lobb Exposes the System with Frank Lobb, engineer, consultant, and author
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThink you have health insurance? Think again. Frank Lobb, author of "The Big Lie in My Healthcare Bill," reveals how hidden co...
AI, Compliance, and the Future of Medical Records with John Bright
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThe healthcare industry is drowning in billing errors, compliance challenges, and outdated technology. John Bright, a pioneer in AI-driv...
Revolutionizing Pharmacy: Lindsay Dymowski’s Patient-Centered Approach
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThe role of pharmacies is changing, and Lindsay Dymowski is leading the way. As co-founder of Centennial Pharmacy Services, she’s reth...
Breaking Barriers in Healthcare Data with Trip Hofer
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHealthcare technology is evolving, but data interoperability remains a major challenge. Trip Hofer, CEO of Redox, joins us to discuss ho...
Revolutionizing Healthcare: Cloud, AI, and the Future of Diagnostics
19 Feb 2025
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Send us a textSimon Omer, a healthcare technology leader with over 20 years of experience, joins us to discuss the transformation of healthcare throug...
The Future of Healthcare: Data, AI, and Value-Based Care with Marc Ryan
05 Feb 2025
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Send us a textJoin us as Marv Ryan, Chief Solutions Officer at Lilac Software, dives into the future of healthcare. With a career spanning government ...
Revolutionizing Sleep Health: The Vivos Approach with Kirk Huntsman, co-founder, chairman, and CEO of Vivos Therapeutics
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textJoin Kirk Huntsman as he unveils how Vivos Therapeutics is changing the game in sleep apnea treatment. From reshaping airways in childre...
Transforming Diagnostics: AI, Retinal Imaging, and the Future of Healthcare
08 Jan 2025
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Send us a textVicky Demas, CEO of Identifeye HEALTH, joins us to share how her company is using AI and automation to revolutionize diagnostic imaging....
Transforming Healthcare: Gerard Odafe on Digital Innovation and Value-Based Care
18 Dec 2024
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Send us a textIn this episode, Gerard Odafe discusses his journey from aerospace to healthcare, sharing how digital innovation transforms patient care...
ClearCast: A New Hearing Technology that Amplifies Both Sound and Relationships
04 Dec 2024
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Send us a textDr. Sreek Cherukuri, a pioneering ENT specialist, introduces ClearCast—a groundbreaking hearing solution designed to amplify more than...
AI, Pharma, and Precision Medicine: Akshay Monga’s Vision for the Future of Healthcare
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThis title captures three trending and highly relevant topics—AI, pharma, and precision medicine—which are sure to intrigue professi...
Reversing Diabetes with Technology: Sami Inkinen’s Journey from Tech Innovator to Healthcare Disruptor
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThis title captures the core of the episode: Sami Inkinen’s journey from founding Trulia to tackling one of the world’s biggest heal...
Navigating Forecasting Pitfalls in Pharma and Beyond: Joseph Sterk's Expertise
23 Oct 2024
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Send us a textAccurate forecasting is key to navigating the complex and ever-evolving pharmaceutical industry! Revolving around the challenges and com...
From Dorm Room to Disrupting Healthcare: Luka Yancopoulos' Journey
09 Oct 2024
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Send us a textLuká Yancopoulos turned a college project during the COVID-19 pandemic into a $10 million venture, helping healthcare providers secure ...
Bridging Medicine and Technology: A Conversation with Dr. Leon Henderson-MacLennan
25 Sep 2024
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Send us a textJoin Dr. Leon Henderson-MacLennan as he discusses the convergence of medicine, technology, and business. With a rich background in clini...
Hope in the Face of Cancer: Dr. Chris Apfel's Mission
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textTune in to hear Dr. Chris Apfel, a leading physician-scientist dedicated to changing the cancer treatment paradigm. Inspired by his pare...
HIPAA Compliance and Digital Innovation: Insights from Aaron Burnett
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textExplore the complexities of healthcare digital marketing with Aaron Burnett, CEO of Wheelhouse Digital Marketing Group. In this episode,...
From Audiology to AI: Sandie Dela Cruz on Healthcare's Digital Transformation
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDiscover the evolving healthcare landscape as Sandie Dela Cruz shares her journey from audiology to spearheading digital solutions in th...
From Lab to Market: Navigating Diagnostics and Regulation with Andrew L'Huilier
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAndrew L'Huillier, a leader in the diagnostics industry, joins us to discuss his work on groundbreaking diagnostic products. Learn ...
Empowering Employers as Changemakers: Transforming Healthcare Through Direct Partnerships with Nick Stefanizzi, CEO of Northwell Direct
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this groundbreaking episode, Nick Stefanizzi, CEO of Northwell Direct, explores how employers can become powerful catalysts for chang...
Empowering PAs: Expanding Roles and Opportunities in Healthcare with Brittany Strelow, President of the Minnesota Academy of Physician Assistants
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textJoin us for an enlightening conversation with Brittany Strelow, a leader in the PA community with over a decade of experience in primary...
From Ambulatory Care to Coaching: A Pharmacist's Unconventional Career Path with Dr. Brooke Griffin
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDr. Brooke Griffin's career has taken her from ambulatory care pharmacy to the forefront of coaching and consulting for healthcare ...
The Doctor's Agent: Advocating for the Advocates in the Business of Medicine with Ethan Nkana, Principal of the Rocky Mountain Physician Agency
05 Jun 2024
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Send us a textJoin us as we explore the innovative work of Ethan Nkana, a former hospital executive turned physician advocate and founder of Rocky Mou...
Navigating the Future of Life Sciences: Insights from an Industry Leader with Dr. Arda Ural, EY Partner and Americas Market Leader for Life Sciences and Healthcare
22 May 2024
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Send us a textIn this episode, Arda Ural, EY Partner and Americas Market Leader for Life Sciences and Healthcare, shares his expertise on the industry...
Cybersecurity and Innovation: A Delicate Dance in Healthcare with Janice Reese
08 May 2024
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Send us a textIn this thought-provoking episode, we welcome Janice Reece, a visionary healthcare executive advisor and pioneer in healthcare technolog...
Advocating for Change: A Pharmacist's Journey to Improve Maternal Health with Dr. Danielle R. Plummer
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textJoin us for a powerful and personal journey with Dr. Danielle Plummer, a third-generation pharmacist and passionate advocate for women&a...
The Future of Medicine: How AI is Reshaping the Healthcare Landscape
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode, we sit down with Dr. Harvey Castro, a physician at the forefront of the AI revolution in healthcare. Dr. Castro discuss...
Eliminating Adult Acne from the Inside Out: A Functional Medicine Approach
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textJoin us as we discuss the root causes of adult acne with Lee Brandon, author, and functional medicine expert. Discover how addressing in...
Healing Through Innovation: The Chris Jones Story
13 Mar 2024
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Send us a textJoin us as Chris Jones shares his compelling story of loss, love, and legacy, driving the creation of MatchRite Care. Learn how his pers...
Predicting Comfort: Charlotte Mather's Vision for Hospice Care
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textJoin AccentCare's Charlotte Mather as we delve into how predictive analytics and technology are revolutionizing hospice care, ensur...
Disrupting Disease Upstream: Interconnected Body Systems and Health with Cynthia Thurlow, Nurse Practitioner, Speaker and Author
07 Feb 2024
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Send us a textWhy did experienced nurse practitioner Cynthia Thurlow leave clinical practice? Learn how she's now driving change around metabolic...
Leading Through Change in Healthcare with Holly Kalua, CEO at NurseCoach.Co
24 Jan 2024
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Send us a textInsights from a Seasoned Nurse Leader, Holly shares her journey spanning over 30 years as a nurse leader, navigating major industry sh...
Healthcare Evolution: Lisa Shock on Population Health and AI's Role
10 Jan 2024
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Send us a textDive into the world of healthcare innovation with Lisa Shock, where we explore the multifaceted concept of population health across diff...
The Future of Healthcare at Home: Insights from Carl Brodarick
27 Dec 2023
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Send us a textIn this episode, Carl Brodarick, Senior VP of Managed Care and Hospice Development at Accent Care, shares his comprehensive view on the ...
Restoring the Joy of Medicine: Erez Druk's AI Vision Against Administrative Burden
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAmidst the rise of administrative tasks in healthcare, clinicians are increasingly distanced from the core of their profession - patient...
The Business of Caring for Loved Ones at Home with Stephen Tweed, Founder and former CEO at Home Care CEO Forum
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhen it comes to home care knowledge, Stephen Tweed is undeniably the go-to expert.In this episode, Stephen Tweed shares insights on the...
The Broken System: A Nurse's Raw Perspective on the Healthcare Crisis with Keith Carlson, Nurse Career Coach
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textNurses are on the frontlines of healthcare, yet their voices often go unheard. In this raw and unfiltered episode, experienced nurse Ke...
The Lean Prescription: Implementing Improvements That Cure Inefficiency with Al Da Silva, Founder and CEO of DaSilva Consulting
01 Nov 2023
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Send us a textBuilding on Part 1's introduction to Lean and Six Sigma, this podcast dives into the "how" - how to implement improvement...
The Lean Prescription: Understanding Lean and Six Sigma in Healthcare with Al Da Silva, Founder and CEO of DaSilva Consulting
18 Oct 2023
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Send us a textHow can Lean and Six Sigma principles transform operations in healthcare organizations?In this episode, Al Da Silva introduces Lean and ...
The Health Equalizer: Philanthropy, Policy, and Care with Jeffery Lewis, President and CEO of the EMC Health Foundation
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLet’s dive into the complexities of healthcare philanthropy, policy, and the quest to improve access and affordability.In this episode...
Healthcare Horizons: Navigating Change with Jude A. Pierre, aka Coach JPMD
06 Sep 2023
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Send us a textAdaptability and education are essential in the modern healthcare industry.In this episode, Jude Pierre discusses challenges and strateg...
Exploring New Avenues for Pain Management Beyond Opioids with Gurpreet Padda - Part 2
23 Aug 2023
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Send us a textPain management requires reforms to tackle the opioid crisis and obesity.In this episode, Gurpreet Padda discusses the overprescription ...
In the Pursuit of Pain Relief and Metabolic Balance with Dr. Gurpreet Padda - Part 1
09 Aug 2023
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Send us a textLet’s discuss the intersections between pain, metabolic health, and addiction.In this episode, Dr. Gurpreet Padda talks about his dive...
Navigating the MedTech Landscape for Better Cancer Care
26 Jul 2023
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Send us a textMedTech entrepreneurship is being transformed, and here are some insights from an expert in the field.In this episode, Joanna Nathan dis...
Predictive Power in Cardiac Care
05 Jul 2023
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Send us a textThe future of heart disease diagnosis is here. In this episode, Michael Presley talks about Plainsight, their medical algorithm, which ...
Bridging Healthcare Gaps for Underserved Communities
21 Jun 2023
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Send us a textA California solo family practice can revolutionize healthcare delivery.In this episode, Arun Villivalam talks about his experience with...
Mind, Tech, and Care Revolutionizing Healthcare
07 Jun 2023
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Send us a textUnderstanding the problem to solve is the key to unlocking healthcare solutions. In this episode, Nisha Maharaja, Director of Twill’s...
Unlocking Access and Cost Savings with AI-Powered Healthcare
24 May 2023
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Send us a textThere’s a platform that gives you access to medical services at your pocket’s reach and will also save you money! Promising, right?I...
Expanding Care with Precision Medicine
10 May 2023
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Send us a textGenetic insights provide valuable information on the best way to approach a patient. In this episode, Jessica Gibson, CEO and Co-Founde...
Navigating the Challenges of Drug Discovery in the Pharmaceutical Industry
19 Apr 2023
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Send us a textThe Pharmaceutical Industry has made significant progress, but there is still more to achieve.In this episode, Dennis Gross, CEO of the ...
The Logic of the Heart: How Dr. Scott Roth Co-founder, CEO, and CMO at ImaCor Found His Calling in Cardiology
22 Mar 2023
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Send us a textThe physician's role is changing, and here’s a cardiologist’s perspective on what’s coming down the road.In this episode, Sco...
From Startups to Success: Navigating Rare Disease Drug Commercialization
08 Mar 2023
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Send us a textLaunching a successful drug takes more than just a brilliant idea - it takes a village of experts. In this episode, Peter Shadday, Chie...
Adapting to the Changing World of Drug Discovery and Development
22 Feb 2023
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Send us a textCuring cancer is an iceberg more enormous than anyone could ever imagine.In this episode, Pamela Bush, Chief Business Officer at Predict...
Long-Term Care, A Struggling Industry Aiming to Dignify the Elderly
08 Feb 2023
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Send us a textThe long-term care sector is an essential part of the health industry but has struggled for a while.In this episode, Samantha Rapuk, Exe...