{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F157cc603-ec6d-49e3-806d-5a36a163e14e","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"<iframe style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px;\" title=\"Sickle Cell Breakthrough and Heartbreaking Stories with Dr. Russ Weiner\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"clipboard-write\" seamless src=\"http://player.captivate.fm/episode/157cc603-ec6d-49e3-806d-5a36a163e14e\"></iframe>","title":"Sickle Cell Breakthrough and Heartbreaking Stories with Dr. Russ Weiner","description":"<p><strong>In Episode 4</strong>, (Part 2 of our conversation with <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/russellweiner/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferer\"><strong>Dr. Russ Weiner </strong></a>- a top scientific leader at Takeda), we boldly explore the Cell and Gene Therapy Industry, questioning its trajectory and potential impact on insurance companies.</p>\n<p>Shifting focus, we delve into a groundbreaking Sickle Cell Therapy breakthrough, discussing its triumphs, challenges, and the crucial aspect of affordability. Despite the hurdles faced by payers and insurance companies, we find inspiration in the thrill of witnessing healing.</p>\n<p>Discover the role of AAPS in shaping the biotech future and efforts to engage students. Episode 4 also highlights Russ\u2019 passions, including a heartfelt case study and insights into his AAPS Presidential platform. Explore surprising career moments, the transformative power of AI, and personal aspects of Russ\u2019 life, from scuba diving to family.</p>\n<p>The episode concludes with valuable advice on mentoring, self-worth, and navigating the intricacies of career development.\u00a0</p>\n<p>Join us on BioTalk Unzipped for a captivating journey where science meets stories, leaving you enlightened and inspired.</p>\n<p>#biotechnology\u00a0 #AI</p>\n<p>#careerdevelopment #cellgenetherapy\u00a0 #science #career</p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><strong>SEGMENTS</strong></p>\n<p>1:15 - Be Brutal to the Cell and Gene Therapy Industry - Where is CGT really going?\u00a0 Will it bankrupt insurance companies?</p>\n<p>3:50 - Sickle Cell Therapy breakthrough, side effects, and affordability</p>\n<p>4:22 - Difficulty for payers, insurance companies, but the thrill of people getting healed</p>\n<p>8:20 - Role in AAPS. Bringing in students to AAPS.</p>\n<p>10:16 - Russ\u2019 #1 Passion and a Heartbreaking case study of a young woman.</p>\n<p>11:06 - Russ\u2019 #2 Passion and his AAPS Presidential platform and amazing science done outside the US</p>\n<p>15:07 - What we need to do to help the world and realities we don\u2019t often see</p>\n<p>17:51 - What\u2019s the most surprising thing in Russ\u2019 career?</p>\n<p>19:31 - AI changed everything</p>\n<p>23:43 - Russ\u2019 other passions: scuba diving and family</p>\n<p>27:37 - Funny stories and knowing your worth</p>\n<p>29:24 - Always mentoring and always find a mentor</p>\n<p>31:09 - Who\u2019s in charge of your career?</p>\n<p>33:51 - The difference between career development and promotion</p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><strong>How to find our guest, Dr. Russ Weiner</strong>, Head Oncology and Cell Therapy Clinical Biomarker Sciences and Operations at Takeda:</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/russellweiner/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferer\">https://www.linkedin.com/in/russellweiner/</a></p>\n<p><strong>Your BioTalk Unzipped Cohosts:</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Gregory Austin</strong>, Business Development Manager at<strong> ProPharma Group</strong></p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregoryaustin1/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferer\">https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregoryaustin1/</a></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><strong>Dr. Chad Briscoe</strong>, Executive Vice President of Global Bioanalytical Services at <strong>Celerion</strong></p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadbriscoe/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferer\">https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadbriscoe/</a></p>\n<p><br>\n<strong>Image credits:</strong>\nImage by Tumisu from Pixabay\nGiphy: The Chemical Brothers; PBS Digital Studios; http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2015/07/did-an-australian-university-just-say-wi-fi-gives-you-and-your-kids-cancer/; \nhttp://dynamicoceans.tumblr.com/post/99418047836/manta-ray-glittering-in-the-sunlight-despite\nPhoto by Andres Siimon on Unsplash\nTenor\nAAPS\nCardiac cell beating courtesy of IGI Deputy Director Bruce Conklin\nLiquid Diving Adventures, https://www.liquiddivingadventures.com/blog/post/2020/11/27/socorro-islands-mexico-only-by-liveaboard\n\n</p>\n<p><br>\n\n</p>\n","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/dd6b57b9-1ce9-43d5-bf37-1e9fd9762434/39803934-1723084243871-d216a968ea348.jpg"}