Best From CENs Podcasts (2025)

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Bonus episode: The electric innovations that brought lithium-ion batteries online 39:19

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C&EN's award-winning podcast Inflection Point leans on our 100-year archive to trace headline topics in science today back to their disparate and surprising roots. In each episode, we explore three lesser-known moments in science history that ultimately led us to current-day breakthroughs. With help from expert C&EN reporters, this show examines ho…

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151: Uncover The Hidden Causes of Pain with Eileen Kopsaftis 1:00:53

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Welcome to NHA Today, the official podcast of the National Health Association! 🌱 In this episode, guest host Cyd Nader speaks with chronic pain expert, educator, and author Eileen Kopsaftis who is a leader in movement science and founder of Have Lifelong Wellbeing. Eileen has helped people eliminate pain, age well, and reclaim mobility for over 30 …

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152: "Don't Touch That Button!" Respiratory Wisdom, Myth Busting, and Everything Respiratory Therapists Wish Nurses Knew About Ventilation With Guest, Melody Bishop RT 55:28

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Some of the most common respiratory myths are still showing up at the bedside. But it's not your fault — most of us were never taught what an oxygenation problem versus a ventilation problem looks like in real time. In this episode, Melody Bishop RT explains how respiratory therapists think through oxygenation and ventilation to choose the right in…

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The electric innovations that brought lithium-ion batteries online 37:35

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C&EN's award-winning podcast Inflection Point leans on our 100-year archive to trace headline topics in science today back to their disparate and surprising roots. In each episode, we explore three lesser-known moments in science history that ultimately led us to current-day breakthroughs. With help from expert C&EN reporters, this show examines ho…

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150: Terri Chrisman on Fabulous Health, Lifestyle Medicine, and Sustainable Change 1:05:28

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Welcome to NHA Today, the official podcast of the National Health Association! 🌱 In this episode, hosts Justin and Stephanie Williams sit down with Terri Chrisman, board-certified nutritionist, lifestyle medicine professional, and author of the new book Fabulous Health. Terri shares her deeply personal journey from vegetarianism to veganism to full…

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Inflection Point: The era-spanning epiphanies that enabled gene editing 32:50

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C&EN's award-winning podcast Inflection Point leans on our 100-year archive to trace headline topics in science today back to their disparate and surprising roots. In each episode, we explore three lesser-known moments in science history that ultimately led us to current-day breakthroughs. With help from expert C&EN reporters, this show examines ho…

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149: The Power of Plant-Based Community Support with Lianna Levine Reisner 51:25

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Welcome to NHA Today, the official podcast of the National Health Association! 🌱 In this inspiring episode, hosts Justin and Stephanie Williams sit down with Lianna Levine Reisner, co-founder and president of Plant Powered Metro New York (PPMNY). Lianna shares her personal health transformation, how she brought plant-based education to diverse comm…

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151: Caring Close to Home: How Point-of-Care EEG and Community Innovation Are Changing ICU Care 30:20

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Rural nursing is anything but simple. They have limited resources, fewer specialists, and often have to send patients hours away from their families for a higher level of care. But all that is changing as new tech like Zeto brings monitoring right to the bedside and keeps more patients close to home. In this episode, ICU nurse leader Kristen RN sha…

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The ancient, 'juicy' origins of antibiotic resistance 37:44

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C&EN's award-winning podcast Inflection Point leans on our 100-year archive to trace headline topics in science today back to their disparate and surprising roots. In each episode, we explore three lesser-known moments in science history that ultimately led us to current-day breakthroughs. With help from expert C&EN reporters, this show examines ho…

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148: Reversing Chronic Pain and Addiction with Plants: Tim Kaufman's Inspiring Story 57:58

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After years of living in constant pain and relying on prescription medications, Tim Kaufman found a way to take back his life through the healing power of a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle. In this episode of NHA Today, hosts Justin and Stephanie Williams sit down with Tim to discuss his incredible transformation—from being over 400 pounds and ba…

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Inflection Point: How under-appreciated critters inspired GLP-1 drugs 37:28

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In the first episode of our second season, hosts David Anderson and Gina Vitale travel back in time to relive three historical moments that led to blockbuster drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. They also talk with C&EN reporter Aayushi Pratap about how future GLP-1 drugs may expand on the current slate of options. C&EN's latest podcast, Inflection Poin…

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147: How a Plant-Based Diet Helped Michelle Cen Reverse Chronic Inflammation 1:03:58

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After years of struggling with health issues and endless prescriptions, Michelle Cen discovered the healing power of food. In this episode of NHA Today, she shares her powerful transformation—from daily pain and fatigue to vibrant health—through a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle. 🌱 In this episode: How Michelle's health struggles inspired a deep …

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150: Sepsis-Induced Cardiomyopathy with Dr. Mahmoud Ibrahim MD 48:04

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Your pneumonia patient is hypotensive, tachycardic, and not responding to fluids… what did you miss? It could be sepsis-induced cardiomyopathy, a common under-recognized shock state you could see at the bedside. In this episode, Dr. Mahmoud Ibrahim MD and host Sarah Lorenzini use a case study to highlight how nurses, intensivists and the ICU team c…

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146: Why Erin & Dusty Stanczyk Believe the Secret to Wellness Starts with What's on Your Plate 53:17

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From bar food and burnout to vibrant plant-based living — Erin and Dusty Stanczyk, founders of EatMoveRest, share their transformation story with hosts Justin and Stephanie Williams on NHA Today. Discover how Erin's health scare and Dusty's digestive struggles sparked a journey from conventional medicine to lifestyle medicine — leading to a thrivin…

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The era-spanning epiphanies that enabled gene editing 32:50

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Hosts David and Gina explore how scientists over the centuries unlocked the ability to edit our genes C&EN's award-winning podcast Inflection Point leans on our 100-year archive to trace headline topics in science today back to their disparate and surprising roots. In each episode, we explore three lesser-known moments in science history that ultim…

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145: How a Whole-Food, Plant-Based Diet Helped Javant Benton Reverse Prediabetes and Lose 80 Pounds 41:23

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Welcome to NHA Today, the official podcast of the National Health Association! In this inspiring episode of NHA Today, guest host Chuck Carroll from The Exam Room Podcast (PCRM) talks with Javant—founder of Healthy Vegan Eating and the Healthy Vegan Lifestyle App—about how he transformed his life through a whole-food, plant-based diet. After losing…

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MOFs: What is this Nobel-prize-winning group of materials? 32:30

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In this episode, Uncovered hops back to the first episode of C&EN's StereoChemistry, which delved into the materials that won the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry. Reporter Matt Davenport spoke with now-laureate Omar Yaghi and a handful of other researchers in and around this exciting subfield of chemistry. For more from C&EN on MOFs, check out our MO…

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149: Inside the New 2025 AHA Resuscitation Guidelines: What’s New, What’s Controversial, and Why It Matters with Dr. Ashish Panchal, MD 55:54

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Every five years, resuscitation guidelines get a refresh. This year, a few have changed, many have stayed the same, and some are creating major controversy. In this episode, Dr. Ashish Panchal, Chair of the AHA Emergency Cardiovascular Care Committee, helps us unpack what’s new, what might surprise you, and the science behind each decision. You'll …

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How under-appreciated critters inspired GLP-1 drugs 36:32

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In the first episode of our second season, hosts David Anderson and Gina Vitale travel back in time to relive three historical moments that led to blockbuster drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. They also talk with C&EN reporter Aayushi Pratap about how future GLP-1 drugs may expand on the current slate of options. C&EN's latest podcast, Inflection Poin…

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144: From Grief to Growth — How Food Can Help You Heal with Jennifer Diamond 43:05

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Welcome to NHA Today, the official podcast of the National Health Association! 🌱 In this heartfelt episode, guest host Cyd Notter talks with Jennifer Diamond, plant-based nutrition coach and YouTube creator, about navigating grief and emotional eating while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. You'll learn: ✅ How to honor your emotions without turning …

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143: How to Rebuild Your Health at the Cellular Level with Shoshana Chaim 47:13

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Welcome to NHA Today, the official podcast of the National Health Association! 🌱 In this episode, guest host Cyd Notter sits down with Shoshana Chaim—Canadian wellness expert, international speaker, and co-host of The Plant Trainers Podcast—to explore how to optimize cellular health for energy, recovery, and longevity. You'll learn: ✅ How cellular …

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148: Differentiating Pulmonary Hypertension vs Dilated Cardiomyopathy with Natalie RN 35:25

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Differential diagnosis is part physiology, part detective work. Especially in heart failure, where similar vital signs can mean very different things. In this episode, Natalie RN is back on the show to break down two pediatric cases that looked almost identical on arrival to the ED but their workups led to two very different treatment plans. She sh…

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142: The Missing Link Between Goals and Success with Dr. Shobha Rayapudi 46:51

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Welcome to NHA Today, the official podcast of the National Health Association! 🌱 In this episode, guest host Cyd Notter sits down with Dr. Shobha Rayapudi—board-certified lifestyle medicine physician, epidemiologist, researcher, chef, and co-founder of Gift of Health, a nonprofit organization helping thousands reverse chronic disease and regain vit…

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141: Learn How to Eat Smarter, Live Longer, and Get Sick Less with Dr. James Thompson 47:30

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Welcome to NHA Today, the official podcast of the National Health Association! 🌱 In this episode, guest host Cyd Notter talks with Dr. James Thompson, retired allergist and immunologist, integrative nutrition coach, and author of Fearless Wellness. Together, they explore how lifestyle and nutrition can build a strong, balanced immune system. You'll…

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140: Lowering Breast Cancer Risk Through Plant-Based Nutrition with Caryn Dugan 42:12

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Welcome to NHA Today, the official podcast of the National Health Association! 🌱 Can the food on your plate lower your risk of breast cancer? 🌱 In this episode of NHA Today, guest host Chuck Carroll sits down with Caryn Dugan, co-founder of The Doc & Chef and founder of the Center for Plant-Based Living. Caryn shares her personal journey—losing her…

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147: Recognize, Decompress, Stabilize: Managing a Pneumothorax with Trauma Pete 56:16

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Every trauma nurse knows this feeling: your stable patient suddenly starts to decompensate and instinct tells you there’s more to the story. Today’s case starts with a stable, post-arrest patient and ends in a full-blown tension pneumothorax. Hear why this patient went from stable to crashing in minutes, how delayed recognition changed the course o…

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Inside the cavernous crystals that won the Chem Nobel 17:45

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The 2025 Nobel Prize in chemistry was awarded on Oct. 8 to Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar M. Yaghi for their work on metal organic frameworks (MOFs). Senior editor Prachi Patel joins a bonus episode of Stereo Chemistry to discuss what MOFs are, why they are so useful, and how they were discovered. Check out Prachi's story on how MOFs won…

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Vote for Inflection Point in the Signal Awards! 0:47

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Inflection Point has been nominated for two Signal Awards and we need your help! Your support means the world to us—you can vote for us in both categories here: Limited Series & Specials, Best Co-Host Team: Vote now Limited Series & Specials, Science & Education: Vote now More exciting news: the next season of Inflection Point is coming soon. New e…

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139: How a Plant-Based Diet Can Reverse Diabetes with Dr. Roxie Becker 47:15

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Welcome to NHA Today, the official podcast of the National Health Association! 🌱 In this episode, guest host Chuck Carroll interviews Dr. Roxie Becker, physician with the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), about the rising epidemic of type 2 diabetes and the powerful role of a whole food, plant-based lifestyle in reversing it. 💪🌿…

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Uncovered: The Strange Copy and Paste Chemistry of Skeletal Editing 16:50

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Will Skeletal Editing revolutionize the way we see chemical interactions? In this episode of C&EN Uncovered, host Craig Bettenhausen speaks with C&EN associate editor, Brianna Barbu, about her article diving into the new and exciting frontier of Skeletal Editing. Check out Brianna's story on Skeletal Editing and how it may impact the future of the …

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146: From Alveoli to Aftermath: The Science and Humanity of Pediatric Drowning Care with ER Nurse Amber 44:26

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This is one of those cases that tests you in every way as a nurse. A toddler is pulled out of a pool and rushed to the ER, unresponsive and deteriorating fast. Today, Nurse Amber walks us through the critical moments that followed and how this case inspired her to turn her grief into a positive resource for nurses. We discuss what was going on at t…

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138: The Connection Between Plant-Based Nutrition, Depression, and Brain Health 37:39

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In this episode of NHA Today, presented by the National Health Association, our guest host is Chuck Carroll, who leads a powerful conversation with Dr. Neal Barnard, founder and president of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM). Together, they explore the fascinating connection between plant-based nutrition, depression, and brai…

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137: Thriving Health Starts in the Gut with Dr. Will B 49:11

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Episode Notes Welcome to another special edition of NHA Today, the official podcast of the National Health Association. As part of our guest host series, this episode is led by Chuck Carroll, host of The Exam Room Podcast from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM). Chuck is joined by Dr. Will Bulsiewicz ("Dr. B"), The Gut Health …

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145: Genetic Arrhythmogenic Cardiomyopathy: Sarah and Leslie's Story 37:04

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Some conditions hide in your genes, without any symptoms. One of these conditions is genetic arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy, an inherited condition that can lead to sudden cardiac arrest — even if you feel completely fine. In this episode, Sarah and Leslie talk about their shared diagnosis of FLNC cardiomyopathy — from how this gene mutation affects…

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136: The Burnout Cure: Nutrition, Hormones & Healing Adrenals with Dr. Kendra Kautz 33:04

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Burnout, Balance & the Plant-Powered Adrenal Reset with Dr. Kendra Kautz Episode Summary Are you running on caffeine, pushing through fatigue, and wondering why your body won't cooperate anymore? You're not alone. In this episode of the National Health Association Podcast, chiropractor and hormone health expert Dr. Kendra Kautz unpacks the connecti…

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Bonus: C&EN's Future of Chemistry Degrees Panel 1:08:54

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In this bonus episode of Stereo Chemistry, we are featuring a panel discussion from this year's ACS Fall Meeting. Our panelists, Stefan France, Glory Onajobi-Lee, Victor Olet, and John Gavenonis discuss the future of chemistry degrees, the importance of collaboration, and the fluidity of tech-based skills in the chemical industry at large. We are a…

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135: Easily Eat 42 Plants A Week - How to Actually Make Plant-Based Meal Prep Work 20:12

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Episode Summary Dr. Stephanie Peacock interviews Natalie Golba, co-founder of The Healthiest Chef, about making plant-based eating accessible for busy professionals. Natalie shares her transformation story and practical strategies for incorporating 42 different plants into your weekly diet without spending hours in the kitchen. Guest Bio Natalie Go…

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144: Trauma Plus: Navigating Complex Trauma Care with Flight Nurse Gwenny 51:06

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What happens when a trauma patient isn’t just a trauma patient? In today’s episode, we’re diving into “Trauma Plus” — those high-stakes situations where comorbidities, medications, environmental exposures, or underlying medical emergencies complicate recognition of decompensation and change everything about how we care for our patients. I’m joined …

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C&EN Uncovered: Global Top 50 Chemical Firms in 2025 20:48

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Can the world's top 50 chemical firms bounce back from a global economic downturn? In this episode of C&EN Uncovered, host Craig Bettenhausen speaks with C&EN senior correspondent, Alexander Tullo, about his coverage of C&EN's Global Top 50 Chemical Firms list. Uncovered offers a deeper look at subjects from recent stories pulled from the pages of …

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133: Thriving Through Menopause: Protein, Exercise, and Lifestyle Medicine with Dr. Analila Valencia 21:31

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Menopause doesn't signal decline — it's a powerful new chapter of recalibration and growth. In this episode of NHA Today, host Dr. Peter sits down with Dr. Analila Valencia, naturopathic doctor and acupuncturist, to explore how women can thrive during menopause through nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle medicine. Dr. Valencia brings clarity, encour…

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134: Suppressing Cancer and Supporting Recovery Through Plant-Based Nutrition 30:06

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Podcast Show Notes: Plant-Based Nutrition for Cancer Recovery Guest: Hanna Rakowska Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Certified Holistic Cancer Practitioner Hanna is a cancer survivor (Hodgkin's lymphoma, 2006) who discovered the power of plant-based nutrition during her own treatment. After her oncologist told her "there's nothing you can do at…

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143: Neonatal Cardiogenic Shock: What Every Pediatric Nurse Needs to Know with Pediatric ICU Nurse Natalie 49:58

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Why would a healthy newborn suddenly stop eating and start vomiting? When a fussy baby comes into the ER, it's easy to assume it's nothing urgent — like colic or gas. But in today's case, there were small signs that pointed to something more. This episode unpacks the high-risk condition and treatment of neonatal cardiogenic shock with Natalie Pleim…

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132: The Hidden Toxins Making You Sick (And How Plants Can Help) 44:13

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Episode Summary In this enlightening episode of the NHA Today podcast, guest host Stacie Haney interviews Dr. Stephanie Peacock about the powerful role of plant-based nutrition in detoxification and healing from environmental toxins. Dr. Peacock shares her personal journey from competitive swimming to becoming an expert in mold illness and environm…

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Inflection Point: The mind-bending innovations that built quantum computing 28:11

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Hosts David Anderson and Gina Vitale travel back in time to relive three historical moments that were meaningful to the development of quantum computers. They also bring in C&EN reporter Mitch Jacoby to discuss scientific advances enabled by quantum chemistry. C&EN's Inflection Point leans on our 100-year archive to trace headline topics in science…

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131: Grow Nutritious Food on Your Kitchen Counter in Only 5 Days 33:43

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Episode Summary Wellness pioneer and bestselling author Doug Evans reveals how sprouting can transform your health and wallet. Learn how to grow nutrient-dense vegetables on your countertop in just 5 days for under $1 per serving. Doug shares his incredible journey from fast food addiction to thriving on living foods, and explains why sprouts are u…

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142: High Risk PCI for STEMI With Guests Sarah Vance and Caitlyn Nichols 1:05:11

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One unstable patient, three departments, and every nurse on alert... Let's break down what really happens during a high-risk STEMI. This episode follows the case of a 62-year old patient from ER to the Cath Lab to the ICU. Nurses Sarah Vance and Caitlyn Nichols help us explore the role of nurses in each stage of care, from stabilizing the patient t…

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130: Breaking Free from Diet Culture through Raw Foods with Melissa Maris 52:04

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In this compelling conversation, holistic nutritionist Stacey Heiny sits down with Melissa Maris, a passionate advocate for raw vegan living who has been thriving on this lifestyle since 2014. After years of yo-yo dieting, severe gut issues, and hitting rock bottom with her health at age 34, Melissa discovered the transformative power of a low-fat …

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C&EN Uncovered: Will Emerging Technology Lead Us Into A New Antibiotic Golden Age? 28:51

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Are we on the cusp of a new era of Biochemical discovery? In this episode of C&EN Uncovered, host Craig Bettenhausen speaks with C&EN reporter Max Barnhart about his recent C&EN cover story on the frontiers of bioprospecting for new antibiotics. Uncovered offers a deeper look at subjects from recent stories pulled from the pages of Chemical & Engin…

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129: Healing from the Inside Out: Reversing Disease with Love, Food, and Purpose 54:06

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Show Notes: From Rock Bottom to Radiant Health with Stacey Heiny Episode Overview In this inspiring episode, guest host Maxime Sigouin sits down with Stacey Heiny, a certified holistic nutritionist and lifestyle wellness mentor who transformed her life from depression, anxiety, and chronic health issues to vibrant wellness through plant-based livin…

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141: Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: Why Bigger is NOT Better! 26:21

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Often, the first symptom of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is sudden death. But sometimes, we get a warning— and that’s where clinical judgment at the bedside saves lives. Today, Sarah goes over the case of her patient Ben, a 20-year-old experiencing syncope and chest pain. As his condition quickly deteriorated, the team had to carefully manage the pa…