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CancerSurvivorMD®Survivor Chat: Matthew ZacharyA 21-year-old pianist gets brain cancer, refuses chemo to save his music, survives 30 years, founds Stupid Cancer, and now wants to organize 20 million cancer patients into a political force. Josie and Brad sit down with Matthew Zachary to talk history, late effects, parents, creativity, survivor guilt, and his next act: We The Patients. https://wethepatients.orgRelevant links pertinent to this episode:https://stupidcancer.org/https://www.wethepatients.org/https://www.matthewzachary.com/https://www.cancer.org/cancer/managing-cancer/side-effects/hair-skin-nails/hair-loss/cold-caps.html General Links: Disclaimers: https://cancersurvivormd.org/disclaimers...
2025-10-3152 min
Out of Patients with Matthew Zachary[BONUS] No One Told Me: COVID and CancerSponsored by Invivyd, Inc.Nobody wants to hear about COVID-19 anymore. Especially not cancer patients. But if you’ve got a suppressed immune system thanks to chemo, radiation, stem cell transplants—or any of the other alphabet soup in your chart—then no, it’s not over. It never was. While everyone else is getting sweaty at music festivals, you’re still dodging a virus that could knock you flat.In this episode, Matthew Zachary and Matt Toresco say the quiet part out loud: many immunocompromised people may not even know they have options beyond vaccines...
2025-05-3004 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyHPV, Anal Cancer, and the Fabulous Ms. Lillian KreppelEPISODE DESCRIPTIONLillian Kreppel doesn’t hold back. A seven-year anal cancer survivor and co-founder of the HPV Cancers Alliance, she has made it her mission to challenge stigma, fight misinformation, and push for better awareness of HPV-related cancers. In this episode, she sits down with Matthew Zachary to talk about her journey from high-powered sales to full-time advocacy, the absurd misconceptions surrounding HPV, and why more doctors should be doing rectal exams—but aren’t. With her signature humor and relentless drive, Lillian shares how she turned her diagnosis into a movement, what it takes to make p...
2025-03-1839 min
Out of Patients with Matthew Zachary[BONUS] HannahPod: A Solo Act with DadWhat happens when you give a 14-year-old the mic and let her fly solo without her twin brother? Magic, that’s what. This episode of Out of Patients features my daughter, Hannah, on her seventh (yes, seventh) appearance on the show, but this time she’s stealing the spotlight solo. From reminiscing about slushy Christmas Eves and rare baby illnesses to deep dives into the hexagonal perfection of honeycombs, this mini-episode is packed with wit, banter, and a healthy dose of dad jokes. We touch on everything from gaming nostalgia to family quirks, proving once again that sometimes the best...
2025-01-3015 min
Out of Patients with Matthew Zachary“Don’t Google It” with Jen SingerBack for Round 2 and wielding her wit like a machete, Jen Singer returns to Out of Patients with Matthew Zachary. Cancer survivor, heart failure "graduate," and creator of the 'Just Diagnosed Guides,' Jen has seen it all — and she's here to help YOU see it all more clearly. From dismantling medical jargon to calling BS on "Stay Strong" toxic positivity, this conversation is a masterclass in how to survive, thrive, and laugh in the face of life's curveballs. Need a guide on what to do the day sh*t hits the fan? Jen wrote it. Need permission to be...
2025-01-2136 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyMariana Arnaut: The After CancerIn this lively and insightful episode of Out of Patients, host Matthew Zachary sits down with Mariana Arnaut, Founder and CEO of The After Cancer, a groundbreaking platform helping cancer survivors navigate the uncharted waters of life post-treatment. Joined by his sharp and witty Chief of Staff, Jen Ramprasad, the trio dives into the gaps in survivorship care, the rise of "cancer retail," and the moral dilemmas of monetizing support services for the cancer community. Mariana also shares the story behind Cards Against Cancer, a clever spin on the popular party game that has sparked meaningful—and sometimes hilarious—conv...
2025-01-0737 min
Out of Patients with Matthew Zachary[BONUS] The GenX/GenZ Ultimate Therapy ThrowdownWhat happens when two fresh-faced Gen Zers—Matthew Zachary Worldwide Chief of Staff Jenisa Ramprasad and Marketing Intern Lauren Woodring—sit down with a cranky, nostalgia-fueled Gen Xer (ahem, Matthew Zachary)? Chaos, hilarity, and surprisingly deep insights.This is not your typical Out of Patients episode.What started as a casual, unscripted chat turned into a generational therapy session touching on everything from floppy disks, cassette tapes, and AOL chat rooms to TikTok-induced existential crises and frenetic media consumption with no "ohio baby gronk rizz" or "skibidi toilets". (Whatever that means)Why are Gen...
2024-12-3143 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyPixel Perfect: Jordan and Anna RathkopfWhen life hands you a cancer diagnosis, you grab a camera. Anna and Jordan Rathkopf turned their battle with HER2-positive breast cancer into a groundbreaking photojournalistic journey. Join Matthew Zachary as he chats with the Rathkopfs about their book, HER2: The Diagnosed, The Caregiver, and Their Son, their nonprofit work, and the absurdity of pink-washed cancer campaigns. It's a raw, funny, and heartfelt discussion about navigating illness, caregiving, and the power of authenticity in art and life.RELATED LINKSAnna Rathkopf on LinkedInJordan Rathkopf on LinkedInDaylight BooksUpcoming Exhibitions: Check out their nonprofit...
2024-12-1738 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyCrossroads4Hope: Amy Sutton’s Guide to Navigating Cancer SupportIn this full-circle conversation, Matthew Zachary sits down with Amy Sutton, Executive Director of Crossroads4Hope, to dive deep into the evolution of cancer support and the profound legacy of organizations like the Wellness Community. From reminiscing about pre-internet cancer advocacy to envisioning a future rooted in public health and equity, this episode explores the human side of care in ways only Matthew can deliver—with wit, humor, and an unfiltered lens.Amy shares her journey from working at Rand McNally (yes, the map company) to becoming a torchbearer for cancer patients, caregivers, and survivors. They tackle ev...
2024-12-1036 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyThe Legend of Jonny ImermanIn this hilariously heartfelt episode, Matthew Zachary sits down with his long-time friend and cancer warrior, Jonny Imerman, the trailblazing founder of Imerman Angels. With candor and camaraderie, they explore the raw truths of cancer survival, sharing stories about the “two bald Jews” throwing wild Young Adult Cancer Happy Hours, and the life-changing impact of Jonny's peer mentorship organization. From organ-holding contraptions in surgeries to the myths around “losing the cancer battle,” the two dive deep into what it really means to live, survive, and thrive. Don’t miss this legendary chat, packed with laughs, life lessons, and a healthy do...
2024-11-2643 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyCancer Hope Network: Peer Support with PurposeIn this episode, host Matthew Zachary dives into the history and mission of Cancer Hope Network (CHN) with Executive Director Beth Blakey and Program Officer Marielle McLeod, a young adult cancer survivor. Founded in 1981, Cancer Hope Network is a vital peer support organization that connects cancer patients and caregivers with mentors who’ve been through similar journeys. Beth and Marielle share insights on the unique value CHN offers, including the impact of one-on-one mentorship and the importance of culturally relevant support for underrepresented communities. Join us for an honest, thoughtful, and occasionally humorous look at how CHN supports patients an...
2024-11-1938 min
Out of Patients with Matthew Zachary[HIATUS] Ask MZ Anything with Carly FlumerReturning champion to Out of Patients, advocacy badass Carly Flumer flips the script on Matthew Zachary as she takes the reins for an AMA (Ask Matt Anything) reverse interview. Hilarity ensues as we take a trip down memory lane as to how the sausage was made, the very origins of Stupid Cancer and the young adult cancer movement, and how we've arrived at today's "better problems to have."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-10-1532 min
Out of Patients with Matthew Zachary[HIATUS] THE SICKLE: Fighting Medical Disparities with Sickle Cell Disease (Episode Three)Sickle cell disease (SCD) can affect many areas, including daily life, and some of the effects can be lifelong. More so, SCD impacts the quality of life for many patients in the form of depression, anxiety, executive function, and more. In partnership with The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Matthew Zachary Worldwide presents “The Sickle,” a three-part limited series for patients and caregivers. In each episode, you’ll hear from the people living with SCD and experts who work every day to improve their lives. We’ll learn about the lifelong care, interpersonal relationships, and medical disparities people with SCD...
2024-04-3043 min
Out of Patients with Matthew Zachary[HIATUS] THE SICKLE: Building a Support System with Sickle Cell Disease (Episode Two)Sickle cell disease (SCD) can affect many areas, including daily life, and some of the effects can be lifelong. More so, SCD impacts the quality of life for many patients in the form of depression, anxiety, executive function, and more. In partnership with The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Matthew Zachary Worldwide presents “The Sickle,” a three-part limited series for patients and caregivers. In each episode, you’ll hear from the people living with SCD and experts who work every day to improve their lives. We’ll learn about the lifelong care, interpersonal relationships, and medical disparities people with SCD...
2024-04-2328 min
Out of Patients with Matthew Zachary[HIATUS] THE SICKLE: Living with Sickle Cell Disease (Episode One)Sickle cell disease (SCD) can affect many areas, including daily life, and some of the effects can be lifelong. More so, SCD impacts the quality of life for many patients in the form of depression, anxiety, executive function, and more. In partnership with The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Matthew Zachary Worldwide presents “The Sickle,” a three-part limited series for patients and caregivers. In each episode, you’ll hear from the people living with SCD and experts who work every day to improve their lives. We’ll learn about the lifelong care, interpersonal relationships, and medical disparities people with SCD...
2024-04-1631 min
The Cancer Mavericks: A History of Survivorship[BONUS] Cancer Mavericks Goes to Hollywood (With My Mom)Before there was a series, a movement, or a name—there was this conversation.In this special bonus episode, Matthew Zachary rewinds to what could’ve been the pilot for The Cancer Mavericks: a raw, funny, and unexpectedly deep conversation with his mom, Roz Greenzweig. A retired educator and lifelong cinephile, Roz doesn’t just remember every classic cancer movie ever made—she lived through one when her 21-year-old son was diagnosed with brain cancer.Together, they break down how Hollywood portrayed cancer for most of the 20th century: quietly, tragically, and with full glam. From Bet...
2023-12-2848 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyThe Lost Pilot of The Cancer Mavericks with MZ's Mom!Knownst to me, but unknownst to others, long before the Award-Winning documentary "The Cancer Mavericks: A History of Survivorship" hit podcast feeds, a pilot episode was storyboarded and produced to test the waters with our newly minted production team, helmed by acclaimed executive producer, Steve Lickteig. If all went to plan, we would proceed with the heavy lifting needed to bring this 320-hour, 8-episode history series to life. Suffice it to say, it indeed went to plan.For this pilot episode, the chosen topic would center around a history of cancer throughout the last c...
2023-12-2650 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyCommunity Healthcare's "Advance Team"In the Spring of 2023, Matthew had the pleasure of speaking at an event hosted by Quest Analytics, a fabulous company whose mission has been to improve provider network management and help people across America receive the information and care they deserve. In today's episode, Quests's CEO, Steve Levin, joins Matthew to talk about what "access" really means and how the concept of "urban pre-planning" is getting reinvented at all cultural and socioeconomic levels to ensure those hypertargeted communities are provided with the tailored healthcare infrastructure they deserve.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California...
2023-11-2133 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyWhen the GenX History Major Becomes a Certified Dietitian NutritionistVanessa M. Rissetto, MS, RD, CDN, goes toe-to-toe with Matthew Zachary in a quick-witted battle of wry sarcasm, dark comedy, and GenX nostalgia in this throwback episode about life before the Internet when food, in general, was less horrible and how a BA in History transformed her into a Certified Dietitian Nutritionist. As the CEO and Co-Founder of Culina Health. she and her team offer personalized virtual nutrition care from experts you can trust – and it's covered by insurance, no less. They're reinventing what it means to work with a nutritionist without guilt, shame, or gimmicks. Learn more at htt...
2023-06-2735 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyThe 300th Episode Spectacular Sensational Spectacle of Epic AwesomenessFor today's special 300th episode, Matthew talks among himself, reflecting with gratitude on how it all started and how it's still a thing. No guests; just Matthew and his thoughts. (Which, while usually an alchemical recipe for disaster, turns out pretty good this time around. Thank you to everyone who has helped bring this show into existence and believes in its mission, purpose, and impact.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-06-0616 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyRecap Show: The 2022 STAT SummitOn today's episode, Matthew welcomes Kristie Kuhl (Global Managing Director, Health and Wellness, Zeno Group) and Peter Pitts (Former FDA Associate Commissioner and President of the Center for Medicine in the Public Interest) to share highlights and recap their panel session at the 2022 STAT Summit in Boston, MA.The STAT Summit is a prestigious annual event that welcomes global leaders to discuss healthcare's most critical topics, and Matthew, Peter, and Kristi's panel, "We The Patients," did not disappoint.With a focus on consumerism in healthcare and how direct marketing...
2023-02-0734 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyAMA (Ask Matt Anything) with Carly FlumerReturning champion to Out of Patients, advocacy badass Carly Flumer flips the script on Matthew Zachary as she takes the reins for an AMA (Ask Matt Anything) reverse interview. Hilarity ensues as we take a trip down memory lane as to how the sausage was made, the very origins of Stupid Cancer and the young adult cancer movement, and how we've arrived at today's "better problems to have." Enjoy the show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-12-2732 min
The Cancer Mavericks: A History of SurvivorshipEP8: The Future Was ListeningThis is the finale—but it’s not the end.In this final chapter of The Cancer Mavericks, we connect the past to the present—and hand the mic to the next generation. The episode weaves together legacy and momentum, spotlighting the bridge between the trailblazers who fought to be heard and the advocates now rising with new tools, new platforms, and a louder voice than ever before.We hear from Dr. Lisa Richardson at the CDC, Dr. Catharine Young from the White House Cancer Moonshot, and leaders like Deanna Darlington and Dr. John Carpten who ar...
2022-10-2717 min
Out of Patients with Matthew Zachary[THROWBACK] Pay the Patients: It's Time to Compen$ate Patients for Their ExperienceToday we’re dropping a very special throwback to an early episode of Out of Patients.Too often, patients are blatantly taken advantage of by Industry who profit off of our stories and our experience dealing with a disease we didn't ask to have. If our experience is so critical to Industry's bottom line, there should exist fundamental compensation standards under which which they operate. Period.Matthew Zachary welcomes OffScrip Media Senior Producers Andrew MacDowell (Co-Founder and COO,) Jen Horonjeff (Founder/CEO of Savvy Coop) and Sandy Vassos (Nonprofit Executive and OffScrip Media Advisor for Strategi...
2022-10-2729 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyHEALTH CARELESS // Birth Control Upticks, CDC Tomfoolery and One Hospital's FuckeryMatthew Zachary and Elura Nanos discuss an uptick in longterm birth control use by teens, how the CDC is subtly changing its COVID messaging in plain sight, and how one hospital in Virginia deserves lots of attention for the fuckery it's caused its patients.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-09-2931 min
Out of Patients with Matthew Zachary[BONUS] Dear Cancer: What Is Biomarker Testing?Welcome to "Dear Cancer," a takeover episode of Out of Patients with special guest hosts Dr. Mark Lewis, an oncologist from Intermountain Medical Center, and Stephanie Elsea, a volunteer patient advocate from The Lustgarten Foundation. Together with Matthew Zachary, Mark and Stephanie break down the latest cancer research medical jargon into human terms, especially with the help of another special guest, Matt's daughter, Hannah. With grace, humor, and passion, the three share personal stories that connect them deeply to this cause. They wish only to help patients strike that balancing act between hope and hope by banishing pessimism and...
2022-09-2843 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyHEALTH CARELESS // Strikes, Butts, and BankruptcyElura Nanos and Matthew Zachary discuss Ryan Reynolds and his colonoscopy campaign, how J&J is dodging cancer patients through the Texas-two-step and why healthcare workers are striking around the country.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-09-2232 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyHEALTH CARELESS // Goodbye, Vax On!What do cancer survivors, free speech and license plates have in common? A legal case happening in Delaware! Join Elura Nanos and Matthew Zachary as they dissect the latest healthcare news including: what’s happening with the CDC reorg, monkeypox and a story on a breast cancer survivor’s legal battle to make the Delaware DMV allow her “FCANCER” license plate on the road. Welcome to the first episode of Health Careless, formerly known as Vax On.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-09-1522 min
Out of Patients with Matthew Zachary[BEST OF VAX ON] Vax On: New Year, Aerosol Arguments, and Testing ShortagesOriginal Air Date 01/13/2022 — In this episode of Vax On, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos discuss the Supreme Court’s COVID-19 precautions during Tuesday’s oral arguments. They also discuss a nationwide COVID-19 testing shortage and NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ questionable remarks about the city’s workforce.Visit offscrip.com/shows for more podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-08-0432 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVax On: Treat Medicines Like Nice SneakersMatthew Zachary and Elura Nanos nerd out over a COVID-19 liability case, eradicating raisins and a Polio surprise...Visit offscrip.com/shows for more podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-07-2830 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVax On: New Novavax Orders, Pandemic Schooling Effects, and Colorado Does a Shitty JobMatthew Zachary and Guest host Stephanie Santoriello break down this week's Covid-19 news.Visit offscrip.com/shows for more podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-07-1435 min
RARINGSeason Finale: The FDA's Dr. Kathleen Donohue and RDCA- DAPToday on NORDpod, Andrew MacDowell stands in for Matthew Zachary, and he welcomes Dr. Kathleen Donohue, Director of the Division of Rare Diseases and Medical Genetics, at the FDA’s Office of New Drugs. Over 350 million people worldwide have a rare disease, yet only 10% of rare diseases have an FDA-approved treatment. Dr. Donohue oversees the national hub designed to move the needle on that statistic, providing a shared pool of resources to spark new discoveries and speed up the creation of new therapies for rare diseases. Listen for the subtle sounds of the wild thunderstorm that rolls in during th...
2022-06-2226 minRARINGPaying It Forward: Young Adult Brain Cancer Survivor Rob LongRob Long is the Executive Director at Uplifting Athletes, a nonprofit organization that inspires the rare disease community with hope through the power of sport. In 1020, as a Pre-Season All-American playing for the Syracuse Orange Football team, he was contemplating which NFL team he wanted to be on. Until he was diagnosed out of the blue with a Grade III Anaplastic Astrocytoma, a rare form of pediatric brain cancer. Eleven years later, he's paying it forward, raising money and awareness for needed rare disease research. He joined Matthew Zachary for a candid conversation about the terrible privilege of surviving...
2022-05-2531 minRARINGThe Patient Experience: Philip BrightToday on NORDpod, Matthew Zachary welcomes Phillip Bright, a senior at The University of Kentucky diagnosed with Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT) at a very young age and has lived an accelerated life facing this rare condition. HHT is a congenital dominant hereditary disorder in which some blood vessels do not develop properly. Phil subsequently lived with a small pulmonary arteriovenous malformation in my lung. As a rare disease patient, he decided to give back to the community and pursue a career in medicine. As of this taping, Phil was recently accepted to Medical School and is looking ahead to...
2022-04-2026 minRARINGOne Piece Of The Puzzle: Dr. Adrienne HammillDr. Adrienne Hammill is Research Director of the Hemangioma & Vascular Malformation Program and Director of the HHT Center of Excellence at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Her path to becoming a physician started when she was eight years old when she read an article about retinoblastoma, which is cancer with a genetic cause. She decided then that she wanted to cure cancer. She joins Matthew Zachary to discuss a rare condition known as Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT) and the differences in pediatric and adult care with specific regard to screenings and early detection. NORDpod is the official podcast of The National...
2022-04-1330 minRARINGFrom Pain To Purpose: Kari Luther RosbeckKari Luther Rosbeck is the President & Chief Executive Officer of the TSC Alliance, a nonprofit whose mission is to find a cure for Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) while improving the lives of those affected. Kari began her life as a Theater nerd and started her own company in NYC after graduating from SUNY Albany. Tragedy struck when she lost her newborn to SIDS. Today she leads an incredible team and fights for equity and quality of life of tens of thousands of patients impacted by this rare genetic condition. Aside from nerding out on all things Sondheim, she and...
2022-03-3033 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyEncore: Vax On With MS. Information and GMHC!In this special episode of Vax On, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos talk with Ms. Information and Krishna Stone from Gay Men's Health Crisis, the world's first HIV/AIDS service organization. They Discuss Ms. Information's unique approach to busting myths and how the LGBTQ community has been affected by COVID-19.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-03-2437 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVax On: New Year, Aerosol Arguments, and Testing ShortagesIn this episode of Vax On, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos discuss the Supreme Court’s COVID-19 precautions during Tuesday’s oral arguments. They also discuss a nationwide COVID-19 testing shortage and NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ questionable remarks about the city’s workforce.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-01-1331 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVax On: An Omicron ChristmasIn this episode of Vax On, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos get ready for another holiday season with Covid in everyone’s vision. They talk about school woes, cruise ship outbreaks, and toxic influencers. They also discuss the latest Sermo poll!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-12-2329 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVax On: Faucc on a Couch, College vs. COVID, and Bill Gates' Pandemic PredictionsIn this episode of Vax On: Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos discuss New York’s COVID-19 surge and how some schools are taking steps to reduce the number of cases among students and staff. They also walk through what society has learned from the second year of a global pandemic.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-12-1630 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVax On: Long-COVID, Omicron Madness, and Fun With SnigletsIn this episode of Vax On, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos talk COVID neologisms and reminisce about 80s TV. They also break down the latest travel restrictions due to the new Omicron variant and the latest Sermo poll.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-12-0931 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyCelebrating World AIDS Day 2021In celebration of World AIDS Day 2021, Matthew Zachary and guest co-host Elura Nanos welcome Krishna Stone, director of community relations for Gay Men’s Health Crisis, and Damon Jacobs, New York-based licensed therapist and HIV/AIDS activist. They discuss early HIV/AIDS activism, the latest scientific advancements, and what we can all do to end the HIV/AIDS epidemic. The theme for the WAD 2021 observance is “Ending the HIV Epidemic: Equitable Access, Everyone’s Voice.” World AIDS Day was first observed in 1988. Each year, organizations and individuals across the world bring attention to the HIV epidemic, endeavor to increase HIV awar...
2021-12-0140 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVax On: Thanksgiving Is Back!In this episode, Matthew Zachary, Elura Nanos, and guest Amanda Ferraro discuss what they are thankful for, what they’ll be eating on Thanksgiving day, and how to avoid contracting COVID-19.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-11-2527 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVax On: Big Bird Beef and Some Venison on the SideIn this episode of Vax On, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos discuss an unexpected Twitter feud about the COVID-19 vaccine. They also discuss scientific evidence that SARS-CoV-2 has been spreading explosively among our woodland friends across the United States. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-11-1828 minThe Cancer Mavericks: A History of SurvivorshipEP6: Lights, Camera… Colonoscopy: Cancer Mavericks Go to HollywoodWhat happens when Hollywood gets cancer—and decides to do something about it?In this episode, we explore the power and pitfalls of celebrity advocacy in the cancer world. When Katie Couric got a colonoscopy on live TV, it wasn’t just a media stunt—it led to a 20% spike in screenings. That moment became known as the Katie Couric Effect, and it proved something: when a household name says, “get screened,” people actually listen.But it didn’t stop there. Katie co-founded Stand Up To Cancer alongside producer Laura Ziskin and others in the entertainmen...
2021-11-1239 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVax On: The beginning of the end of a Pandemic and New York is Back!In this episode of Vax On, Matthew Zachary and Andrew MacDowell discuss scientists' predictions on the COVID-19 pandemic. They also talk about the U.S. opening its borders for international travel and Sermo poll on an unexpected COVID-19 treatment.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-11-1123 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVax On: Kids Now Eligible for the Jab and China’s ‘Zero COVID’ PolicyIn this episode of Vax On, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos discuss the FDA’s authorization of the Pfizer vaccine for children 5 through 11. They also discuss some of China’s aggressive tactics used to eliminate COVID-19 in the country.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-11-0425 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVax On: The Gloves Are Off!In this episode of Vax On, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos dive into vaccine rates by zodiac sign, breakthrough COVID-19 deaths, and an unsettling supply chain disaster.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-10-2830 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVax On: Supply Chain Mayhem, Uncrustables, and Florida’s at It Yet AgainIn this episode, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos discuss the most recent foods and goods that have been in short supply due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They also discuss one Miami School’s unusual vaccine mandate.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-10-2127 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVax On: Catching Z’s, Incoming Boosters, and Mandate MadnessIn this episode of Vax On, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos discuss pandemic-driven sleep deprivation, new booster shots, and a new Texas mandate that stops vaccine mandates in their tracks.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-10-1428 minThe Cancer Mavericks: A History of SurvivorshipEP5: The Young Adult Cancer Revolution: When the Next Generation Got LoudFor decades, cancer care had a massive blind spot: young adults.If you were diagnosed between the ages of 15 and 39, you were basically invisible—too old for pediatrics, too young for geriatrics, and completely off the radar of clinical trials, support systems, and survivorship planning.In this episode, Matthew Zachary introduces the origin story of the AYA (Adolescent and Young Adult) cancer movement—and how a pissed-off generation of young survivors said enough is enough.We hear from advocates like Tamika Felder and Lindsay Norbeck, who survived cancer in their 20s and were left...
2021-10-0842 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVax On: Suppository Consequences, Processed Cheese, Boosters and More!In this episode of Vax On, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos discuss Merck’s new COVID-19 antiviral pill, the beginning of the booster shot, and one national product shortage you didn’t see coming.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-10-0728 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVax On: The Kids Are Not AlrightIn this episode of Vax On, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos discuss some effects of the pandemic on kids, ranging from the sad to the hopeful to the downright hilarious. Plus, our latest Sermoment!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-09-2332 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVax On: Parental Consent to Poke and State Mandate BacklashIn this episode of Vax On, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos discuss how teens are challenging misinformation and parental consent for the COVID-19 vaccine. They also discuss New York state’s latest vaccine mandate and this week’s Sermoment!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-09-1628 minThe Cancer Mavericks: A History of SurvivorshipEP4: You’re Not ‘Cured’ — You’re Just Not DeadWhat if surviving cancer was just the beginning of the real fight?In this episode, we dig into the dirty little secret of cancer care: post-treatment survivorship is often a medical no-man’s-land. Once the last scan is clean and the bell is rung, patients are left to figure out what “getting back to normal” even means—if that’s possible at all.We hear from patients and pioneers who pulled back the curtain on life after cancer, exposing the physical, emotional, and financial wreckage that doesn’t make it into the brochure. From debilitating fatigue, che...
2021-09-1042 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVax On: New Mandates, Live Music, and Even More Reasons to Get VaxxedIn this episode of Vax On, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos discuss Mayor Bill de Blasio’s strict new COVID-19 mandate, and the return of major music festivals in the U.S. They also discuss some common reasons why vaccine skeptics changed their mind and got vaccinated.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-08-1935 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVax On: Military Mandates, Cruise Drama Continued, and Our First SermomentIn this episode of Vax On, Matthew Zachary, Elura Nanos, and Andrew MacDowell discuss the Biden administration’s latest vaccination mandate for the U.S. Military, and how cruise companies may be on their way to a new normal.We also introduce a new segment to the show: Sermo-ments! We're partnering with Sermo, a global social platform just for physicians, to bring you data from more than 1.3 million healthcare personnel in over 150 countries. Each week, we’ll ask the Sermo physician community a series of questions and report back with their answers. And - we want to hear...
2021-08-1234 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVAX ON: The Epsilon Variant Is But One Douchebag AwayIn this episode of VAX ON, Matthew Zachary and Andrew MacDowell discuss the first federal criminal fraud prosecution related to COVID-19 immunization. They also check-in on Canada’s growing vaccine rates and the latest developments with the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.For more information, visit https://OffScripMedia.com and follow @MZOutofPatients, @MatthewZachary, @VaxOnPod, and @OffScripMedia on Twitter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-07-2226 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVAX ON: Summer Camp Sadness, Phony Vaccines, and "Hey FDA, We Need Some Answers!"In this episode of VAX ON, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos debrief about international travel and the return of common illness! They also talk about a COVID-19 vaccine scam in Mumbai, summer camp gone wrong, and the FDA's unknown timeline for full approval of the COVID-19 vaccine.For more information, visit https://OffScripMedia.com and follow @MZOutofPatients, @MatthewZachary, @VaxOnPod, and @OffScripMedia on Twitter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-07-0832 minRARINGNORD's Rare Disease Advisory CouncilsOn the show today, it's all about Rare Disease Advisory Councils – or RDACs, for short. RDACs provide a platform for the rare community to have a stronger voice in state government. Joining us is NORD Director of Policy Heidi Ross, your one-stop human shop to understanding what these councils are, and how you – the listener – can take an active role in local policy changes. Long story short, RDACs can make a significant impact in your state, and you can contribute to that voice with resources from NORD's Project RDAC. NOTE: Sitting in for Matthew Zachary today is OffScrip Media Co-Fou...
2021-06-3025 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVAX ON: New Delta, New Jobs, the Olympics, and a Luca ReviewIn this episode of VAX ON, Matthew Zachary, Elura Nanos, and Andrew MacDowell discuss the new Delta variant, the U.S. economy post-pandemic, and the 2021 Japan Olympics. They also evaluate the risks of children and COVID-19 with a surprise tangent into a film review of Luca.For more information, visit https://OffScripMedia.com and follow @MZOutofPatients, @MatthewZachary, @VaxOnPod, and @OffScripMedia on Twitter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-06-2434 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVAX ON: Vaccine Latecomers. Prom Drama and Magnetic Side EffectsIn this episode of VAX ON, Matthew Zachary, Elura Nanos, and special drop-in-guest Andrew MacDowell discuss Novavax’s late entry into the COVID vaccine market, an update on the Johnson & Johnson manufacturing SNAFU, and one polarizing nurse who has many wondering when our vaccine magnetism will kick in. They also break down some high school prom drama that has many parents seeking a lawyer.For more information, visit https://OffScripMedia.com and follow @MZOutofPatients, @MatthewZachary, @VaxOnPod, and @OffScripMedia on Twitter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
2021-06-1733 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVAX ON: Falling Birth Rates, Expat Vaccinations, and Potential COVID Surges in the SouthIn this episode of VAX ON, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos delve into reports of a falling U.S. birth rate, and a surprising COVID update from southern states. They also debate an unexpectedly polarizing topic about ex-pats.For more information, visit https://OffScripMedia.com and follow @MZOutofPatients, @MatthewZachary, @VaxOnPod, and @OffScripMedia on Twitter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-06-1030 minThe Cancer Mavericks: A History of SurvivorshipEP1: The Big C Wasn’t Always on TVBack when doctors didn’t even say the word “cancer” out loud, let alone tell patients they had it, survivorship wasn’t a movement. It wasn’t even an idea. It was shame, silence, and stigma.In this premiere episode, host Matthew Zachary kicks off The Cancer Mavericks with a gut-punch history of how cancer was once portrayed in media—if it was portrayed at all. From 1940s radio dramas and Bette Davis deathbed scenes to 1990s network TV and Hollywood’s “clean cancer” obsession, this episode unpacks how pop culture shaped what people thought cancer looked like, who was allo...
2021-06-0441 minRARINGRare Voices of NORD: Jo-Ann D'AngeloOn the show today, Matthew Zachary welcomes Jo-Ann D'Angelo, a Parry-Romberg syndrome patient and the Founder of The Parry-Romberg Syndrome Foundation. PRS, as it is known in acronym land, is an extremely rare facial disfigurement that impacts the bone, muscle, and dental only on one side of the face. There is no cure, and the only treatment is invasive plastic surgery that only impacts the appearance and doesn't address any underlying conditions. Jo-Ann is an extraordinary human being who very bravely shares her remarkable story with us today. She is currently going through the "NORD RareLaunch: Forming a Foundation"...
2021-05-2625 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVAX ON: Pardon Me, Can We Go Back To Normal?In this episode of VAXON, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos discuss retailers’ plans for relaxed masking rules, Florida’s bizarre executive order, and reformed anti-maskers now masking up for the wrong reasons.For more information, visit https://OffScripMedia.com and follow @MZOutofPatients, @MatthewZachary, @VaxOnPod, and @OffScripMedia on Twitter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-05-2028 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVAX ON: No More Snow Days, Patents Pending, and FootlooseIn this episode of VAXON, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos discuss vaccine patents, Japan's 2021 Olympic games, and a movie-like lawsuit. They also talk about how New York put an end to snow days for the next school year.For more information, visit https://OffScripMedia.com and follow @MZOutofPatients, @MatthewZachary, @VaxOnPod, and @OffScripMedia on Twitter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-05-1326 minThe Cancer Mavericks: A History of SurvivorshipIntroducing: The Cancer MavericksBefore survivorship was a word, it was a fight. In this special preview, host Matthew Zachary lays the groundwork for The Cancer Mavericks—a documentary series about the people who refused to be statistics and built a movement instead. If you think you know the story of cancer, think again.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-05-0703 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVAX ON: Wedding Crashers, Oh Canada, and COVID-spiriciesIn this episode of VAXON, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos discuss safety protocols as postponed weddings approach their new wedding dates. They also discuss what's happening up in Canada, the latest conspiracy theory, and one student's answer to pandemic protocols during the LSAT.For more information, visit https://OffScripMedia.com and follow @MZOutofPatients, @MatthewZachary, @VaxOnPod, and @OffScripMedia on Twitter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-05-0631 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVAX ON: World Outside Your Window Edition, India in Crisis, Outdoor Masking, and the Return of J&JIn this episode of VAX ON, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos discuss the return of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, India’s COVID-19 crisis, and the Josh Fight. They also talk about their happy dance because of some new updates from the CDC.For more information, visit https://OffScripMedia.com and follow @MZOutofPatients, @MatthewZachary, @VaxOnPod, and @OffScripMedia on Twitter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-04-2926 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVAX ON: Joints for Jabs, Partisan Pandemics, & Otterbody ExperiencesIn this episode of VAX ON, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos discuss a creative way that marijuana might help vaccine initiatives, whether Bill Maher was right about keeping politics out of the pandemic, and some very unexpected COVID-19 cases.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-04-2227 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVAX ON: Vaccinnin’ and Quarandreamin’In this episode of VAX ON, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos discuss COVID nightmares, cruise line-CDC quarrels, and a new website that does vaccine appointment finding for you. They also break down the Johnson & Johnson vaccine pause and a new development in HIV vaccine research.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-04-1528 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVAX ON: Vaxcations, Passport Legality, Human Error, and COVID Test NudgingIn this episode of VAX ON, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos relish in the wake of their own personal family "vaxcations," discuss a major "oopsie" in vaccine prodiction (ahem: Emergent BioSolutions), proclaim theundisputed legality of vaccine passports, and share some guidance on helping the effort for mass testingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-04-0832 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVAX ON: Misinformation, Tourist Enticements, and ‘Impending Doom’In this episode of VAX ON, Matthew Zachary and Karen Salt Marinelli (sitting in for Elura Nanos) discuss side effects with second vaccine doses, false claims of vaccine deaths, and CDC Director Dr. Rochelle P. Walensky’s warning of ‘impending doom.’ They also discuss how many countries around the globe are attracting tourists with very generous travel packages and discounts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-04-0121 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVAX ON: Unvaxed Kids, Cruising Through COVID, and NO SCREAMING!On this week's episode of VAX ON, Elura and Matthew discuss the CDC’s updated COVID-19 guidelines for minors, and some unexpected state guidelines for California’s theme parks. They also discuss concerns about digital vaccine passports and the re-opening of major cruise lines. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-03-2530 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVAX ON: Reprogramming Our Minds, Unreported COVID-19 Deaths, and Yo-Yo MaIn this episode of VAX ON, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos talk about how living through a pandemic re-wires your memory. They also discuss unreported COVID-19 deaths and Yo-Yo Ma’s surprise cello concert at a vaccination site in Massachusetts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-03-1826 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVAX ON: One-Year Quarantineaversary, Child Marriages, and How Sex-Related Businesses Got the COVID-19 ShaftIn this episode of VAX ON, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos reminisce during the 1 year anniversary of the coronavirus pandemic. They also discuss the impacts of COVID-19 on child marriages, and how sex-related businesses have been excluded from COVID-19 financial aid.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-03-1124 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVAX ON: Matt & Elura Got Vaxxed, COVID Passports, and Marching Band PodsIn this episode of VAXON, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos debrief after receiving their second COVID-19 vaccine. They also discuss the CDC’s updated protocol for those who are vaccinated, how airlines are planning to help vaccinated passengers cross borders with ease, and how one intrepid high school marching band in Washington State came up with a clever way to keep their rehearsals on track.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-03-0429 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyThe Art of Survivorship: David M. Bailey and Dr. Adam DachmanThis episode of Out of Patients features a new segment called The Art of Survivorship (AOS). Today, Matthew takes a trip down memory lane to highlight and recognize two fellow musicians affected by cancer. Prepare to be inspired by Dr. Adam Dachman and the late David M. Bailey in this special episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-03-0214 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVAX ON: Snowpocalypse, Fake Grannies, and Opening Schools Someday?In this first-ever episode of VAXON, Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos discuss a very inconvenient snowpocalypse, fake grandmas, Biden’s goal to open K-8 schools, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-02-2528 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyVAX ON: A New Weekly Roundup of Healthcare News FuckeryAward-winning hosts and patient advocates Matthew Zachary and Elura Nanos react to the great vaccine rollout of 2021. They’ll sort through the week’s healthcare news and related fuckery as America gets its vax on and shows #COVID19 the door.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-02-1816 min
Out of Patients with Matthew Zachary[BONUS] "Jen Horonjeff is Noncompliant" The Clinical Trial Quid-Pro-QuoOn this bonus episode of "Jen Horonjeff is Noncompliant," Jen brings to Matthew Zachary's attention the idea that patients who enroll in clinical trials should more than benefit from the therapeutic aspects of treatment. After all, aren't they essentially helping a private sector on their go-to-market drug approval and commercialization strategy? After all, if you're helping a business make more money, shouldn't you be entitled to some of that sweet, sweet cheddar yourself? Say, perhaps, some equity stake in their growth? Food for thought because inquiring minds want to know.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com...
2021-02-1718 minRARING[BONUS] Opening Plenary: 2020 LRLS Patient and Family ForumAt NORDpod, we share our individual stories and experiences through bi-weekly conversations to celebrate (and sometimes commiserate) all the ways rare disease impacts our lives. This week’s episode is a supersized BONUS POD from the 2020 Living Rare Forum plenary session "Rare Storytelling Hour." The session was moderated by Lesli Nordstrom, NORD Director of Marketing and Communications and featured panelists Matthew Zachary and Andrew MacDowell of OffScrip Media, Mike Porath, CEO & Founder of The Mighty and Kam Redlawsk, a designer and patient advocate, Listen in as our special guests explore and share what it means to be storytellers. You can...
2020-12-231h 23
Out of Patients with Matthew Zachary[BONUS] "Jen Horonjeff is Noncompliant" COVID-19 Vaccine EditionToday's episode of "Jen Horonjeff is Noncompliant" riffs off the news of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine safety and efficacy data. Jen has a convo with Matthew Zachary that starts off about vaccines and quickly dives off the deep end into a sea of public perception, personal preferences, and medical ethics. Tune in as we wade through how ableism, veganism, and animal memorial services relate to life-saving medicines. It's all proof positive that developing a vaccine is only half the battle and must be coupled with a robust communication strategy if we want widespread adoption of a COVID-19 vaccine....
2020-11-3016 min
Out of Patients with Matthew Zachary[BONUS] Introducing "Jen Horonjeff is Noncompliant"Patients are labeled non-compliant because the system is not designed with them in mind, and Jen Horonjeff, Founder of Savvy Coop, is changing all that with "Noncompliant," a podcast segment on Out Of Patients with Matthew Zachary where she challenges the status quo to ensure the patient voice is heard. Why? Because, sometimes non-compliance is what moves the needle. Join Jen and learn more at https://www.savvy.coop.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-11-0215 minRARING[BONUS] #NORDingOut | Meet the Founders of NORDpodOn this extra special BONUS EPISODE of NORDpod, it’s our very own Lesli Nordstrom, Director of Marketing and Communications! AND... In an epic role reversal, she dropped by OffScrip Media Studios in downtown Manhattan for a LIVE in-person interview with Matthew Zachary and OffScrip Media co-founder and COO Andrew McDowell. Yes, we took all the precautions. Yes, we socially distanced ourselves at the studio table. Yes, we may have been wearing tin foil hats. And yes, it was amazing to have actual human contact with another person who is not part of my family. So prepare ye for a fu...
2020-10-1431 minRARINGTelehealth: A Lifesaver For One Rare Disease FamilyOn today's show, host Matthew Zachary welcome parents Alice Alpert and Edgar Wonzica to share their story of entering the rare disease community by way of their beautiful son Leo being born with Treacher Collins syndrome, a very rare genetic disorder with fewer than 20,000 US cases per year. Edgar, a practicing psychiatrist with a background in climate science, and his wife Alice, a foreign affairs officer for the US Department of State, with a background in paleoceanography, found themselves navigating a foreign land but found support and community from the rare disease community. —— With an added boost from the mode...
2020-09-2329 minRARINGPeter Saltonstall: President and Chief Executive Officer of NORDWhat a great way to kick off the NORDpod series, because on today’s show host Matthew Zachary will be speaking with the man, the myth, the legend Peter Saltonstall, President and Chief Executive Officer of NORD. Peter’s been at the helm of NORD since 2008 and has a storied 30-year history of leadership for the private sector and the nonprofit community. And he’s grown NORD into the powerhouse of influence and impact that it is today. We had a great conversation, and I hope you enjoy it. And maybe you’ll learn something. Who knows? Enjoy the show.
2020-08-2628 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyThe Magic Bullet: Dr. Saralyn Mark on COVID-19, Women's Health, and the Immune SystemDr. Saralyn Mark, first and foremost, is a Leader of the American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA). She served as the Senior Policy Advisor to the White House Office of Science and Technology during the Obama administration working on the Ebola outbreak in 2014. At the Department of Health and Human Services and NASA, she was the first Senior Medical Advisor to the Office on Women’s Health. She joined Matthew remotely to cut through the clutter, break down some of the COVID-19 mumbo jumbo, and level-set reality a bit while the world is on fire. Check out Dr. Mark’s book...
2020-06-0942 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyCOVID-19 Explainer: Epidemiologist Dr. Matt Lamb ReturnsMatthew Lamb, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor or Epidemiology at Columbia University Medical Center. He focuses on infectious disease prevention, treatment, and scale-up. His research focuses on identifying best practices in public health approaches to HIV prevention, service delivery, and treatment in resource-limited settings.Dr. Lamb focuses on applying causal inference in implementation settings. He teaches courses in the Epidemiology department on introductory epidemiology and biostatistics, applications of epidemiologic research methods, and advanced techniques in epidemiologic methods. Dr. Lamb works in the Strategic Information unit at ICAP-Columbia University.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...
2020-06-0428 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyCOVID-19 and Lung Cancer: Stigma, Advocacy, and the Latest ResearchMatthew and Andrew welcome cancer survivors Nina Beaty, Creator, The EmPat Cancer Project, and Katie Brown, Vice President of Support and Survivorship Programs at The LUNGevity Foundation, to opine on the current status of lung cancer in America and around the world. Issues of stigma, the increasing prevalence in young women, new treatment options, and how to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic are just some of the pressing topics we cover in this crucial episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-05-2135 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyThis Is Only A Test, Part One: The Glamorous and Exotic World of Clinical TrialsHow does one "Schoolhouse Rock" the interesting world of Clinical Trials? On the show, Matthew and his Co-Founder/COO Andrew MacDowell are joined by Medaptive Health’s co-founders Eric Kroll and Jeremy Block to help break down and de-jargon what exactly is going on in the world of trials, patient advocacy, drug approvals — and the ever evolving role of Industry, for better or for worse.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-05-1242 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyDry Mouth Sucks: Matt and Friends Gather to Endorse Moisyn (Sponsored Content)In this sponsored episode, Matthew sits down with his friends to talk all about the glamorous issue of Xerostomia, otherwise known as "Dry Mouth."This is a problem for millions of Americans, but no one talks about it. Why don’t we talk about it? Maybe it’s because when your mouth is dry, talking is the last thing you want to do. There are way too many causes of dry mouth, such as stress & anxiety, cancer treatment, antihistamines, menopause, alcohol or cannabis, vaping, coffee, and nearly every prescription medication on the market. Introducing Moisyn for d...
2020-05-0132 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyPay the Patients: It's Time to Compen$ate Patients for Their ExperienceToo often, patients are blatantly taken advantage of by Industry who profit off of our stories and our experience dealing with a disease we didn't ask to have. If our experience is so critical to Industry's bottom line, there should exist fundamental compensation standards under which which they operate. Period.Matthew Zachary welcomes OffScrip Media Senior Producers Andrew MacDowell (Co-Founder and COO,) Jen Horonjeff (Founder/CEO of Savvy Coop) and Sandy Vassos (Nonprofit Executive and OffScrip Media Advisor for Strategic Relationships)Related Articles —>RIP Health ConferencesRIP Health Conferences (Part Deux)...
2020-04-2828 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyCOVID-19 Explainer: An Epidemiologist Looks AheadMatthew Lamb, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor or Epidemiology at Columbia University Medical Center. He focuses on infectious disease prevention, treatment, and scale-up. His research focuses on identifying best practices in public health approaches to HIV prevention, service delivery, and treatment in resource-limited settings.Dr. Lamb focuses on applying causal inference in implementation settings. He teaches courses in the Epidemiology department on introductory epidemiology and biostatistics, applications of epidemiologic research methods, and advanced techniques in epidemiologic methods. Dr. Lamb works in the Strategic Information unit at ICAP-Columbia University.More about Dr Lamb here
2020-03-2734 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyCOVID-19 Explainer: Lung Cancer and the PandemicOn today's show, Matthew discusses COVID-19 and its impact on the cancer community with Michael Parisi (CEO at Guidemark), Andrea Ferris (President and Chairman of Lungevity) and Andrew MacDowell (OffScrip Media Co-Founder and COO.) The world is burning, and we have to keep it spinning. The need is incalculable. The resources are scarce. We need hope, but more importantly, we need FACTS.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-03-2424 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyIt Begins: Matthew Zachary on the Origins of OffScrip MediaOn today's show, in a role reversal, Matthew is interviewed by his two colleagues, Andrew MacDowell (OffScrip Media Co-Founder/COO) and Jen Horonjeff (OffScrip Media Senior Producer and Founder of Savvy Coop) From the origins of Matthew's original diagnosis, to the conception and founding of Stupid Cancer, his stepping down, taking a sabbatical and now — for his "Second Act" — this is OffScrip Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-03-1926 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyGenX Therapy: Staten Island, The Universe, and EverythingOn today's show Matthew welcomes three of his legacy best friends from high school, Salvatore Diana, Elura Nanos, and Karen Marinelli. A bit of an origin story, the three reminisce abouhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/elura-nanos-esq-15253a14/ t the simpler times back in the 1980s when the biggest thing the world had to worry about was nuclear holocaust — and also when Matt had hair. Lots and lots of hair. Both Elura and Karen are mothers to children with rare diseases so the conversation does get pretty real. We hope you enjoy it.See Privacy Policy at https://ar...
2020-03-1945 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyJonny Imerman LivesOn today's episode, the one and only Johnny Imerman joins Matthew to kickoff this podcast with style. As one of the defining founders of the young adult cancer movement, and someone who supported Matthew in the early days to start Stupid Cancer, Jonny is one of the single most influential cancer advocates in the world. The two talk about life, all the crap they went through, founding a nonprofit, building a community, launching a movement, and knowing when it was time to step down. Stories worth telling.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California...
2020-03-1940 min
Out of Patients with Matthew ZacharyWelcome to Out of Patients with Matthew Zachary (Teaser)Matthew Zachary is a 24-year brain cancer survivor, the Founder of Stupid Cancer, and an internet radio pioneer with the launch of The Stupid Cancer Show in May of 2007, which boasts over 450 episodes, 2,000 interviews, and 4 million listens.Pursuant to his stepping down as CEO of Stupid Cancer, Matthew marks his dynamic return to public broadcasting with Out of Patients, a podcast that calls out all sorts of stupid BS in healthcare while serving up stories of advocacy, heroism, and the audacity of health — because patients are losing their patience. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com...
2020-02-0501 min