Shows
Hearts AfireBBG BroadcastAngelica Sandoval and David King talk about all the amazing features of the organization's mobile app, BBG Broadcast.2025-07-0712 minHearts AfireCamp Discovery, with Jennifer Cavazos and Susan SmithJennifer Cavazos, Executive Director of Discovery Camps, and Susan Smith visit with Angelica Sandoval about Camp Discovery and Donation Day.2025-06-0922 minHearts AfireCulture and change, with J.R. BechoJ.R. Becho, Organizational Design and Culture Director, talks about the evolution of the culture-building initiatives at BBG, including work on better explaining changes within the organization.2025-02-2308 minHearts AfireAll night long, with Josh SandersFind out about life on the overnight shift in QualTex-San Antonio with Josh Sanders.2025-02-1712 minHearts AfireThe elephant in the room, with Susan SmithSusan Smith talks about the elephant in the room - grief, in its many forms - with Angelica Sandoval.2025-02-0218 minHearts AfireWelcome to BBG Advanced Therapies, with Adrienne MendozaThe Chief Operating Officer of BBG Advanced Therapies talks about the subsidiary's origins and plans for 2025.2025-01-2009 minHearts AfireNew art, with Cristina Sosa NoriegaWe begin our talks with artists in the BBG collection by talking to Cristina Sosa Noriega, whose produced a mural for the Southeast Donor Center.2024-11-1814 minHearts AfireA surgical approach, with James MurphyGuest host Kimberly Monroe talks with James Murphy, Tissue Recovery Manager, about how he manages the odd hours and demands of his job recovering a growing number of tissues.2024-11-0414 minHearts AfireAdvocating for donors, with Meredyth Ramos and Christina OrtizWe're visiting with Meredyth Ramos and Christina Ortiz, the nurses who take care of our blood donors 24/7/365.2024-10-2113 minHearts AfireCord blood and birth tissue, with Belinda PalaciosKimberly Monroe talks with Belinda Palacios, Lead Collection Coordinator, about the lifesaving gifts of cord blood and birth tissue.2024-10-0711 minHearts AfireLoyal as a pitbull, with Granville BettonWith years of experience as the NUG - New Useless Guy - and VOR - Voice of Reason - Granville Betton contributes to the organization in his own unique way.2024-09-2218 minHearts AfireSAMMinistries and the United WayWe're visiting with Nikisha Baker, President and CEO of SAMMinistries, one of the many local United Way agencies.2024-09-0908 minHearts AfireA strong foundation, with Clay HowellClay Howell, Director, Development for The Blood & Tissue Center Foundation, talks about what The Foundation does - and what motivated him toward a life of service.2024-08-2614 minHearts AfireProcess development, with Sami Dykes and Alia MallahTwo members of the team at GenCure - Sami Dykes and Alia Mallah - talk about what they do and where things are headed in advanced therapies.2024-08-1214 minHearts AfireGranulocytes and you, with Naomi HerreraNaomi Herrera, Manager, Apheresis Services, talks about a new way we're helping save lives - granulocyte donations.2024-07-2911 minHearts AfireA history of leadership, part 3, with Dr. Norman KalminThe final installment of our visit with Dr. Norman Kalmin, who led the organization for 27 years, includes his reflections on his time here, his youth and retirement.2024-07-1514 minHearts AfireStaying secure, with Jimmy MartinezOur 50th episode features San Antonio native Jimmy Martinez, our Security Manager at BBG, talking safety, security and a little boxing.2024-07-0109 minHearts AfireMoving on, with Roberto EsquivelGraphic Design Specialist Roberto Esquivel talks about his 14 years with the organization - and his impending retirement.2024-06-1718 minHearts AfireLife in the lab, with Max PinonesOur latest episode features Max Pinones, Manager, Cord Blood, Birth Tissue and Advanced Therapies Laboratory, talking about life in the lab.2024-06-0310 minHearts AfireLab and cello, with Austin SmithOur podcast for 50th Anniversary Week features Austin Smith, who works at QualTex in Georgia, talking about work and his other passion - playing the cello.2024-05-0611 minHearts AfireComing back to QualTex, with Falisha AtwellFrom our visit to Georgia in late 2023, listen to our visit with Falisha Atwell, Senior Director, Laboratory Services, who talks about returning to QualTex and the many changes she found.2024-04-2214 minHearts AfireDonate Life MonthHost Kimberly Monroe and Susan Smith talk about the history of Donate Life Month, DLM Spirit Week and our role in promoting tissue, cornea and organ donation programs.2024-04-0814 minHearts AfireBuilding the donor experienceHear about donor-facing initiatives within South Texas Blood & Tissue to make the experience even better, from Ken Doyle, Manager, Donor Experience for STB&T.2024-03-2522 minHearts AfireA history of leadership, part 2, with Dr. Norman KalminThis week's episode is part 2 of a three-part series with former CEO Dr. Norman Kalmin, talking about the organization's growth in the 1980s and 1990s, as well as the BBG Art Collection.2024-03-1118 minHearts AfireAn Atlanta perspectiveAs part of a series of interviews with the team in Atlanta, we visit with Nicholas Masterson, Lead Human Resources Business Partner based at QualTex.2024-02-2610 minHearts AfireLet's talk some Basura (Bash)Hear about the upcoming Basura Bash and other BBG volunteer events from Emmanuel Casasola, Brenda Brock and Linda Lozano.2024-02-1208 minHearts AfireHeroes in Arms, with Bill BullockBill Bullock, Specialized Program Coordinator, talks with Kimberly Monroe about the lifesaving Heroes in Arms program.2024-01-2919 minHearts AfireA history of leadership, part 1, with Dr. Norman KalminThe first of three episodes with former CEO Dr. Norman Kalmin focuses on his path to joining the organization and his early years in charge.2024-01-1612 minHearts AfireMLK Day March, with Richey Wyatt and Scott JonesHear about the organization's first community outreach event of 2024, the MLK Day March in San Antonio.2024-01-0217 minHearts AfireOn the right path, with Dr. Samantha Gomez NgamsuntikulWe're visiting with Dr. Samantha Gomez Ngamsuntikul - Dr. G to everyone - and she's talking about her career path, a typical day as Medical Director of STB&T and what she's streaming lately.2023-11-2710 minHearts AfireA veteran's story, with Dr. Bob SelvesterOur annual salute to Veterans Day is our visit with Dr. Bob Selvester, the physician in residence at the BBG Clinic and a 33-year yeteran of the U.S. Navy.2023-11-1019 minHearts AfirePreserving history, with Amanda LozanoHear all about a new member of the team, Multimedia Communications Specialist Amanda Lozano, and her loves of both writing and music.2023-10-3012 minHearts AfirePractical medicine, with Dr. Rachel BeddardGet a doctor's opinion - and some perspective - on life at BBG from Dr. Rachel Beddard, Chief Medical Officer.2023-10-1617 minHearts AfireBloodhounds are here, with Laura Eickhoff and Emmanuel CasasolaThis week's episode is a visit with Laura Eickhoff and Emmanuel Casaola about the organization's soccer team, the BBG Bloodhounds.2023-10-0214 minHearts AfireFollowing the rules, with Chris CielakThis episode features Chris Cielak, Manager, Regulatory Affairs with BBG Global Quality, talking dealing with regulatory agencies and vendors.2023-09-0510 minHearts AfireWendy's Way, with Wendy ZachmeyerThe latest podcast features Wendy Zachmeyer, Staff Accountant and an inspiration when it comes to physical fitness.2023-08-2109 minHearts AfireA long-term perspective, with Jose GarciaIn 30 years with the organization, Jose Garcia has worked in a variety of jobs, from Components to Accessioning to Sales, and he's learned something from every one of them.2023-08-0712 minHearts AfireTalking about wheels, with John BarnesThis episode features a special visit with John Barnes, our Vice President of Human Resources and Learning, talking about one of his biggest passions - motor vehicles.2023-07-2411 minHearts AfireHelping Hearts, with Richey WyattThis episode features Richey Wyatt, leader of multiple employee engagement and culture-building initiatives at BBG. As he puts it, Richey wears many hats within the organization, but he is particularly happy working with his Human Resources team on projects like the Helping Hearts Fund.2023-07-1016 minHearts AfireGoing to camp, with Susan SmithWith the Camp Discovery Donation Day and dance coming up, we visit with Susan Smith about the organization's 10-year history with the camp for kids with cancer.2023-06-1911 minHearts AfireInside the ATL lab, with Michael Little and Austin SmithMichael Little and Austin Smith, who produced a rap video about the QualTex lab in Atlanta, talk about their motivations, their production and life outside the lab.2023-06-1217 minHearts AfireSpecial motivations, with Debbie MaxwellDebbie Maxwell, Supervisor Mobile Operations, talks about moving "somewhere warm" to work, as well as the many special motivations she has for working at South Texas Blood & Tissue.2023-05-2909 minHearts AfireYour benefits, with John BarnesHear from John Barnes, Vice President, Human Resources and Learning, about your benefits at BBG - and a new one coming soon.2023-05-1511 minHearts AfireA revolution in communications, with David KingGuest host Angelica Sandoval and guest David King talk about employee communications history and challenges, as well as the upcoming revolutionary change.2023-05-0120 minHearts AfireA communications revolution, with David KingA giant step - a revolutionary step - in employee communication is on the way, says David King.2023-04-2400 minHearts AfireThe future of research, with Gus OrtizGus Ortiz, Clinical Research Coordinator, talks about his background and his part in the growing research program at STB&T.2023-04-1709 minHearts AfireThe future of research, with Gus Ortiz - promoA quick snippet of episode 21 of Hearts Afire, featuring Gus Ortiz, Clinical Research Coordinator with STB&T.2023-04-1000 minHearts AfireChief Science Nerd, with Scott JonesScott Jones talks about a wide range of topics In his visit, from his role as Chief Science Officer to his latest interests in music to his family's version of his new job title.2023-04-0321 minHearts AfireChief Science Nerd, with Scott JonesScott Jones, Chief Scientific Officer at BioBridge Global, talks about his job in a snippet of his upcoming appearance on Hearts Afire.2023-03-2701 minHearts AfireFamily Ties, with Audra and Makenzie TaylorThis episode features Audra and Makenzie Taylor, our mother-daughter team, talking about work, life and the time Makenzie's brother broke the family bank.2023-03-2015 minHearts AfireFamily Ties, with Audra and Makenzie TaylorGet a snippet of Audra and Makenzie Taylor talking about work, life and the time Makenzie's brother broke the bank. The full episode debuts March 20.2023-03-1301 minHearts Afire'That's my job,' with Claribel ColonClaribel Colon, Manager Training & Admin Lab Services with QualTex, talks about the career path that led her to what she considers her ideal job.2023-03-0623 minHearts AfireA special motivation, with Kyree KayoshiThis episode features a visit with Kyree Kayoshi, Human Resources Specialist, who talks about his extraordinary motivation to come to work at BioBridge Global, as well as his world away from work.2023-02-2009 minHearts AfireA special motivation, with Kyree KayoshiKyree Kayoshi, Human Resources Specialist, talks about the time in his life that led him to BioBridge Global.2023-02-1300 minHearts AfireJust text me, with Eddie EnsorEddie Ensor, Lab Support Specialist with QualTex Laboratories, has a whatever-it-takes approach to his job, from making himself available just about anywhere to taking on roles in major projects.2023-02-0609 minHearts AfireJust text me, with Eddie EnsorHere's a sample of our visit with Eddie Ensor, Laboratory Support Specialist with QualTex. Our full visit with Eddie will be available on Monday, Feb. 6.2023-02-0300 minHearts AfireBuilding a people-centric culture, with Laura EickhoffLaura Eickhoff, Senior Director, Human Resources and Learning, talks about a wide range of plans from Human Resources to ensure that BioBridge Global is a great place to work in 2023 and beyond. She also touches on her international background and her motivations.2023-01-2313 minHearts AfireClose to the heart, with Roger RuizRoger Ruiz, Senior Communications Specialist in Corporate Communications, talks about his 15 years with the organization, including the day a production company wanted to film a zombie movie in the Donor Pavilion. He also touches on the part of his job that is close to his heart, working with patients and their families during the hardest times of their lives.2023-01-0918 minHearts AfireAn outside perspective, with Lee BucklerLongtime BBG business consultant Lee Buckler visits with guest host David King talks about advanced therapies, the future of medicine, and the organization's role in that future.2022-12-1909 minHearts AfireThe Next Phase of Medicine, with Becky CapBecky Cap, Senior Vice President, Business Development for BioBridge Global, talks about her new role, the organization's future and advanced therapies.2022-12-0512 minHearts AfireBecky Cap: The next phase of medicineThis is a preview for the next episode of Hearts Afire, with Becky Cap, Senior Vice President, Business Development. She talks about her new role, the organization's future and in this clip, her view of advanced therapies.2022-12-0200 minHearts AfireProjects and progress, with Annie Prescott and Kevin RodriguezGuest host Emmanuel Casasola visits with two members of his team in BBG Global Quality, Annie Prescott and Kevin Rodriguez, about recent projects they have completed for the organization.2022-11-2117 minHearts AfireGrief Support and Life Legacies, with Susan SmithGuest host Kimberly Monroe visits with Susan Smith, Grief Support and Life Legacies Manager, about some of her projects at BioBridge Global, including the Giving Tree and Muertos Fest, as well as Susan's highly personal grief journey.2022-11-0721 minHearts AfireA Veteran's View, with Neil HouserIn our Veterans Day episode, BBG Data Analyst and former U.S. Air Force Master Sergeant Neil Houser visits with guest host Emmanuel Casasola about his military career, his life at BBG and his away-from-work passion.2022-10-2414 minHearts AfireDedication to Tissue Banking, with Kimberly MonroeKimberly Monroe, Manager, Business Development in the STB&T tissue program, talks with guest host David King about her work with the tissue program, her dedication to tissue banking and her greatest food discovery in San Antonio.2022-10-1007 minHearts AfireA different journey, with Sal CastanedaAdrienne Mendoza visits with Salvador Castaneda, Compliance Specialist with STB&T Donor Services, about his unusual career path with the organization and his interest in fitness and sports.2022-09-2614 minHearts AfireNew horizons, with Amanda WhitelonisIn this episode, Adrienne Mendoza visits with Amanda Whitelonis, who is Program Manager at GenCure after working in several diverse areas of the organization, including Global Quality and Research and Development.2022-09-1215 minHearts AfireA focus on quality, with Emmanuel CasasolaThe latest episode of Hearts Afire is a visit with Emmanuel Casasola, Executive Director, Global Quality. He talks with our host, Adrienne Mendoza, about his background, his motivations and his family's story.2022-08-2918 minHearts AfireWelcome to Bulverde, with Lisa KisleyThis edition features a conversation between Lisa Kisley, Supervisor at the South Texas Blood & Tissue donor center in Bulverde, and our host, Adrienne Mendoza, Chief Operating Officer for South Texas Blood & Tissue. Lisa talks about the challenges of opening the organization's newest donor center, as well as the reception the new donor center has received from the community.2022-08-1512 minHearts AfireNew perspectives, with Christopher Palmer CharlestonThis edition features a conversation between Christopher Palmer Charleston, Fixed Sites Operations Leader with South Texas Blood & Tissue, and our host, Adrienne Mendoza, Chief Operating Officer for South Texas Blood & Tissue.2022-08-0115 minHearts AfireComing home, with Mo SayedAfter working at a blood center in Shreveport, Louisiana, Mo Sayed has returned to the organization as Director, Donor Recruitment, for South Texas Blood & Tissue. He visits with his new boss, Adrienne Mendoza, about his experiences and motivations.2022-07-1810 minHearts AfireLeading with love, with Richey WyattThis episode is a visit between two longtime colleagues at BioBridge Global: Our host, Adrienne Mendoza, who is Chief Operating Officer of South Texas Blood & Tissue, and Richey Wyatt, Senior Vice President, General Counsel, & Chief Compliance Officer. This episode is a get-to-know you visit with Adrienne, who worked for Richey when she was in charge of BBG Global Quality. They discuss topics ranging from the weather (hot) to leadership styles.2022-07-0520 minHearts AfireAbout Hearts AfireOur host, Adrienne Mendoza, provides a quick look at the new Hearts Afire podcast for the BioBridge Global team.2022-07-0100 minHearts AfireEpisode 1: TrailerHearts Afire host Adrienne Mendoza discusses the need for a collaborative team, as part of her discussion with Richey Wyatt, who is Senior Vice President, General Counsel, & Chief Compliance Officer at BioBridge Global. This a clip from Episode 1 of Hearts Afire, the BBG employee podcast.2022-07-0100 min