Best CVS Health Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 048: How CVS Health Turned Menopause Taboo Into a Business Advantage 46:14

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Menopause doesn’t pause at the office door. It shows up in sleep loss, hot flashes, brain fog, anxiety—and too often, in silence. We wanted to break that pattern. So we sat down with Dr. Joanne Armstrong, VP and Chief Medical Officer for Women’s Health and Genomics, and benefits leader Carmilla Tan to unpack how CVS Health scaled a menopause suppor…

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How CVS Health Is Rethinking Health Care Delivery 30:02

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CVS Health is striving to improve health care delivery in five key areas: cost, quality, access, experience, and equity. What changes are necessary to ensure better outcomes across the US health care system? Join Steve Odland and guest Dr. Sree Chaguturu, executive vice president and president of healthcare delivery at CVS Health, to find out what …

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Episode 50: The Truth About Menopause: A Menopause Awareness Month Series with Alloy Health 54:13

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Menopause shouldn’t feel like a mystery you have to solve alone. We sit down with Dr. Corinne Menn—board‑certified OB‑GYN, certified menopause practitioner, and cancer survivor—to clear the fog around estrogen, perimenopause, and modern, evidence‑based care. From the infamous Women’s Health Initiative to today’s safer formulations and smarter timin…

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Ep. 1 - New Pharma Tariffs Explained 10:37

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On the first episode of Health Care Headlines, hosts Mike Stull and Madison Connor unpack breaking developments in pharmaceutical tariffs, TrumpRx and how the current government shutdown could have an impact on the new tariffs. Watch the Sightlines Series: PBM Fundamentals webinar at https://www.employershealthco.com/resource-center/events/2025-sig…

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1676 AI, DSOs, & Advice for New Grads with UNLV’s Advanced General Dentistry Fall 2025 Class : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran 1:37

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Howard joins UNLV’s Advanced General Dentistry Fall 2025 class to share straight talk on what life looks like after graduation. From the impact of AI on dentistry, to the myths and realities of DSOs, to why private practice is still a strong path. This episode is packed with advice for new dentists! A special thanks to Dr. Karen Kucharski for facil…

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Episode 55 - Combating Fraud, Waste and Abuse in Employee Benefits 14:42

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Host Mike Stull sits down with Mandy Rhubin, senior director, pharmacy network audit at Optum Rx, to tackle one of health care’s most costly challenges: fraud, waste and abuse (FWA). Mandy breaks down what FWA really means, shares real-world examples and dives into why plan sponsors play such a critical role in spotting and preventing it. Watch or …

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AI in GI: Leveraging CADe to Improve Colonoscopy Performance and Accuracy

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Charles Kahi, MD Computer-aided detection systems (CADe) are transforming adenoma detection and enhancing colonoscopy quality. Dr. Peter Buch sits down with Dr. Charles Kahi to unpack the latest American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) guideline, evidence from randomized controlled trials, and the…

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Episode 049: From Burnout to Resilience: Stress, Self-Belief, and Thriving in Midlife 42:56

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What if stress isn’t the villain but the spark—and the real unlock is how extraordinary you decide to feel? We sit down with stress resiliency coach and former Microsoft leader Dat Tran to explore a fresh, human approach to burnout, anxiety, and midlife pressure. Dat shares how a car accident and cascading changes forced him to rebuild from the ins…

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EP 115: Straight Out of the Headlines: Board of Nursing Injustices 1:17:07

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In this conversation, Nurse Erica interviews Amy Siple, a Nurse Practitioner who faces severe consequences from the Kansas Board of Nursing after an unintentional lapse in her nursing license. Amy shares her journey, detailing the challenges she faced, the emotional toll of the investigation, and the broader implications for nurses everywhere. The …

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Russia Is Testing NATO’s Resolve. What Are Its Options? 29:48

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Find out what NATO is, how it functions, and why Russia's recent incursions could force the alliance to act. Recent Russian violations of Polish and Estonian airspace have NATO considering a possible Article Five response, something last seen in response to 9/11. What are NATO's options, and what happens if the alliance fails to present a united fr…

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Dental Malpractice Insurance 101: Costs, Coverage, Tails, and the Hardening Market Every Dentist Should Understand 10:03

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Probiotics in GI Practice: Evidence, Guidelines, and Emerging Innovations

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Alexa Weingarden, MD PhD Probiotic use in gastroenterology remains a complex and evolving topic, shaped by variable evidence and growing patient demand. Dr. Peter Buch sits down with Dr. Alexa Weingarden to review current data, discuss distinctions between probiotic-related therapies, and explore the cl…

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The State of the Economy for September 2025 24:35

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In this episode of C-Suite Perspectives, Dana Peterson speaks with economists Stephanie Guichard and Alex Heil about declining US consumer confidence, rising inflation concerns, and lowered spending expectations-- and explores how the global energy transition is reshaping markets, costs, and business strategy. This episode provides a dual lens on t…

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Unlocking MVP Status: How Brands Deliver More Value for the Price 16:11

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On this episode of "That Makes Cents" we dive into the strategies and capabilities that set MVP (More Value for the Price) brands apart in today’s competitive consumer landscape. Our host, Bobby Stephens is joined by Mike Daher, Deloitte’s US consumer industry leader, and Ed Johnson, principal in Deloitte’s US consumer industry practice, to explore…

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From “Nice to Have” to “Must Have” Why Jackpots are the core engine of engagement and retention in iGaming 56:31

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Send us a text The iGaming industry is evolving fast. Acquisition alone no longer guarantees growth, and operators are under pressure to keep players engaged and loyal. Jackpots have moved from being a flashy add-on to becoming one of the most important engagement and retention tools in the market. In this episode, we talk with Amir Kiabi, Head of …

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Protection, Provenance, and Prompts: YouTube’s Angela Nakalembe 27:46

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A chemical engineer by training, Angela Nakalembe worked in the sciences and management consulting before landing at YouTube as the company’s engineering program manager for trust and safety. At YouTube, Angela explains, AI has become a first line of defense against harmful content. The technology not only accelerates content moderation tasks but m…

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From Walmart to DSOs: Perfect First, Then Scale 8:13

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Shutting Down the Economy? Impact of US Government Shutdown 22:57

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What happens when Washington fails to fund the government? In this episode of C-Suite Perspectives, guest host Dana Peterson, Chief Economist at The Conference Board, sits down with Yelena Shulyatyeva, Senior US Economist for The Conference Board Economy, Strategy & Finance Center, to unpack the economic, business, and consumer impacts of a governm…

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What's at Stake in the Supreme Court Tariffs Case? 30:49

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The lawsuit against certain US tariffs could be resolved soon, but uncertainty for businesses will likely linger. The Supreme Court is scheduled to rule in November on certain tariffs issued by the Administration. What’s at stake in the case, and how can businesses prepare for all possible outcomes? Join Steve Odland and guest John Gardner, vice pr…

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Is Stagflation a Looming Risk? 29:17

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The global economy is slowing — but is it a recession, stagflation, or just a soft patch? In this episode of C-Suite Perspectives, Steve Odland speaks with Erik Lundh, Senior Global Economist at The Conference Board, about the latest forecast for the US and world economies. They break down: Why US growth in 2025 will feel sluggish The role of tarif…

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'The highest value care you can give' 13:27

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Dr. Ben Kornitzer, SVP, Chief Medical Officer, Aetna, on why preventive care makes such a big difference for the people we serve — and how we support it through our business. • Dr. Kornitzer emphasizes that a large percentage of chronic illnesses can be prevented through regular screenings and annual wellness exams with a primary care physician. • …

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Should X-rays taken by dental hygienists during routine cleanings be included in associate dentist compensation? 1:47

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AI Everywhere: How San José State University Empowers Students and Educators - Ep. 275 42:21

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President Cynthia Teniente-Matson discusses how San José State University is equipping both students and faculty to confidently embrace AI and prepare for tomorrow’s workforce. Learn more about SJSU’s hands-on AI integration in courses, AI-driven teaching tools, faculty development programs, innovative collaborations, and real-world projects—all bu…

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Why Some Patients Still Get Cavities Despite Brushing and Flossing: The Real Role of Diet in Tooth Decay. 3:28

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1675 The Fully Digital Dental Lab with Joe Lynch : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran 50:01

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Joe Lynch is the Head of Customer Success at Dandy, where he leads teams that help dental practices thrive through digital transformation. Before Dandy, he built his expertise in healthcare strategy and operations at Bain & Company, advising Fortune 100 companies on Go-to-Market and Post Merger Integration. A graduate of the Naval Academy and Colum…

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EP 114: $951 Million Birth Injury Verdict: Sleeping Doctor Blamed! 1:03:20

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Straight Out Of The Headlines!!In this episode, Nurse Erica interviews Anyssa Zancanella, who shares her harrowing experience during labor and delivery, which led to significant health challenges for her daughter, Azaylee. The conversation delves into the medical negligence faced, the subsequent legal battle against Steward Health, and the emotiona…

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The Rise of the 6-Figure Dental Assistant: How EFDAs Are Reshaping Practice Economics 5:01

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Salary Budgets 2026: What to Expect 24:43

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As organizations head into 2026, pay planning has become more strategic than ever. Salary budgets remain firm, but workforce strategies are shifting toward automation, reskilling, and greater pay transparency. Diana Scott welcomes Mitchell Barnes and Rita Meyerson of The Conference Board to discuss how salary budgets are evolving; why pay equity an…

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Vomiting Syndromes: A Closer Look at CVS and CHS in Adult Patients

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: David Levinthal, MD, PhD Cyclic vomiting syndrome (CVS) is often underdiagnosed in adults due to its episodic nature and symptom overlap with other conditions. Dr. David Levinthal joins Dr. Peter Buch to explore key diagnostic criteria, key differences between CVS and cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (C…

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Important Announcement!! 3:28

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Thank you for supporting the podcast! Please take just a moment to follow on Apple Podcasts, sign up for automatic downloads and share the podcast with coworkers and friends.By Nurse Erica

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1674 Great Oral Health with Dr. Paul O'Malley DDS, FABD, FIADFE : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran 57:26

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With over 30 years of experience in dentistry, Dr. O'Malley developed a deep passion for minimally invasive, biological, and holistic care - an approach he continues to practice at his California-based office. Throughout his career, he noticed a recurring pattern: most of his patients were suffering from gum disease and tooth decay. This inspired a…

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Diagnosing and Treating Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor Colitis Effectively

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Yinghong Wang, MD, PhD, MS Immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI) colitis comes with unique diagnostic and treatment challenges, which means that recognizing and managing it effectively is key to the best outcomes. Joining Dr. Peter Buch to share her insights on caring for patients with this complex conditio…

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Exploring Technological Advances in GI Training: Practical Insights for Clinicians

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Nabil Mansour, MD Artificial intelligence, simulation platforms, augmented reality, and other technological innovations are transforming our approach to GI training. In this expert-led discussion, Dr. Peter Buch sits down with Dr. Nabil Mansour to discuss how we can integrate cutting-edge tools into col…

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Bringing Robots to Life with AI: The Three Computer Revolution - Ep. 274 52:17

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Yashraj Narang, head of NVIDIA's Seattle Robotics Lab, reveals how the three computer solution—DGX for training, Omniverse and Cosmos for simulation, and Jetson AGX for real-time inference—is transforming modern robotics. From sim-to-real breakthroughs to humanoid intelligence, discover how NVIDIA's full-stack approach is making robots more adaptiv…

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Episode 54 - Midyear Update: Pharmacy Trends Shaping Employer Plans 23:04

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Host Mike Stull discusses midyear pharmacy trends with guests Kevin Wenceslao and Jack Sullivan from Employers Health. They tackle significant trends in drug spending, the impact of PBM decisions and clinical management strategies to control costs. Watch or listen to Benefits Bites Episode 1 – PBM 101: Big Players, Mid-Market Movers and Industry Di…

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Alex Pratt: Building an Industry on Trust, Vision, and Community 1:08:58

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Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Alex Pratt, Managing Director of Clarion Gaming — the powerhouse behind industry-defining events like ICE, iGB Affiliate, and iGB Live. Our conversation goes beyond the headlines and press releases. We rewind to 2008, to a Budapest affiliate conference where our paths first crossed — a pivotal moment …

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Challenging the Average With Open-Source AI: Hugging Face’s Thomas Wolf 34:24

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Thomas Wolf is the cofounder and chief science officer of open-source AI platform Hugging Face, which provides access to thousands of pretrained AI models that can be downloaded and run locally. With over 10 million users, getting started on the site can be a daunting task. Thomas explains how the company aims to improve its accessibility through d…

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Boards Under Pressure: Succession, Activism, and AI Risks 26:37

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Only one in four governance leaders say succession planning is a top priority, even as activists press for change and many CEOs stay in their roles longer than ever. In this episode, host Steve Odland sits down with Bonnie Gwin, Vice Chair and Global Co-Managing Partner, CEO and Board Practice, Heidrick & Struggles, and a leading voice on governanc…

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A dentist’s bedside manner is just as important as your knowledge and eye-hand skills. 2:26

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Episode 047: The Truth About Hormones: How Your Body Really Works 39:03

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What happens when you outlive your ovaries? Dr. Kelly Casperson, board-certified urologist and award-winning author, joins us to unpack the truth about menopause and hormones in her characteristically honest, evidence-based approach. Kelly challenges the outdated narrative that hormones are dangerous, walking us through why the 2002 Women's Health …

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Will Dentistry End Up Like Pharmacy? Is It Becoming the Next Walgreens or CVS? 3:54

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Will Dentistry End Up Like Pharmacy? Is It Becoming the Next Walgreens or CVS? https://www.dentaltown.com/messageboard/thread.aspx?s=2&f=109&t=391775&g=1

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Would You Move to a Rural Town for a $400K Dental Associateship? 9:12

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EP 113: Surviving the Camp Fire with Nurse Nichole Jolly 1:03:31

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In this conversation, Nurse Erica interviews Nichole Jolly, a nurse who survived the devastating 2018 Camp Fire in California. The new movie, Faith in the Flames: the Nichole Jolly Story depicts her story. Nichole shares her personal experience including evacuating the hospital and getting caught in her car surrounded by flames. The discussion incl…

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From AlphaFold to MMseqs2-GPU: How AI is Accelerating Protein Science - Ep. 273 34:37

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Listen as two leading researchers at the cutting edge of computational biology explore breakthrough GPU accelerations that are changing how we understand life's molecular machinery. Chris Dallago, Research Lead at NVIDIA and Visiting Professor at Duke University, and Martin Steinegger, Associate Professor at Seoul National University and co-author …

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Best Practices for Assessing Minimally Elevated Liver Tests

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Host: Peter Buch, MD, FACG, AGAF, FACP Guest: Paul Kwo, MD While sometimes overlooked, minimally elevated liver tests may signal early liver disease or non-hepatic conditions like thyroid dysfunction. As a result, interpreting ALT and AST thresholds, assessing metabolic risk, and reviewing lifestyle factors can help shape a focused diagnostic appro…

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Episode 046: The First Menopause Law in the U.S. 44:02

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Senator Lori Urso of Rhode Island takes us behind the scenes of America's first-ever workplace menopause legislation in this powerful conversation about leadership, advocacy, and breaking barriers. Drawing from her personal journey through menopause that nearly derailed her career, Senator Erso reveals how she transformed her struggles into groundb…

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Ep. 2 - Understanding Fiduciary Responsibilities for Plan Sponsors 11:23

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In this episode of Benefits Bites, hosts Mike Stull and Madison Connor dive into the basics of fiduciary responsibilities all plan sponsors should know. They discuss the definition of a fiduciary, the key responsibilities that come with this role and the importance of compliance with legal standards. Register for upcoming Employers Health webinars …