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Pharmacist's VoiceMoneyball for Pharmacists 2.0This is a follow up to episode 354 of The Pharmacist's Voice Podcast, which I published during the World Series in October 2025. The title of that episode was Moneyball for Pharmacists: Winning with Agile Teams, Not Bigger Budgets. In that episode, I said I'd like to follow up with 10 pharmacists for about 5 minutes each to ask what they consider a base hit in the pharmacy profession. Well…I was close! Today, you'll hear from 8 pharmacists and one non-pharmacist. The line-up is below. THANK YOU to everyone who participated in this episode! I asked all the participants th...
2026-01-161h 07
Kentucky Arts & CultureFun, fellowship, and fitness inspire some Kentuckians to do-si-do Square dancers enjoy the fellowship and fun on a Saturday evening.(Cheri Lawson)From the Kentucky Kuzzins to the Wheeler Dealers and Scrambled Legs, there are several different square dance clubs in Kentucky. While there are numerous physical and mental benefits to square dancing, it’s the fun and fellowship that keep many of the dancers returning to do-si-do. In October, Dianna Schweitzer turned 60 years old and decided to celebrate by hosting a square dance. She said the last time she participated in square dancing, she was in the fourth grade, but it was memorable, and she tho...
2025-12-0204 min
Pharmacist's VoiceFixing Gaps, Advancing Pharmacy - Interview with Dr. Anthony Morreale: Pharmacy Leader, Consultant, and retired VA PharmacistDuring our conversation, Anthony Morreale, PharmD shares lessons from his remarkable 40-year career in pharmacy, including decades of leadership with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Dr. Morreale reflects on how curiosity, flexibility, and teamwork helped him identify and fill healthcare gaps, launch clinical pharmacy programs, and mentor future leaders. He discusses the growing importance of informatics, data-driven decision-making, and advanced therapeutics in shaping the future of pharmacy. Now a consultant and expert witness, Dr. Morreale continues to "fix gaps" by applying clinical insight to complex medical-legal cases. His story offers inspiration and practical wisdom for pharmacists at...
2025-11-071h 13
The AOFAS Orthopod-CastTotal Ankle Revision MasterClass Part 2Co-hosts Drs. Nick Strasser and Pam Luk conclude the total ankle revision MasterClass with Drs. Karl Schweitzer and Greg Alvine and discuss perspectives on revision vs. fusion, approaches to primaries, and dental prophylaxis. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-09-1725 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastTotal Ankle Revision MasterClass Part 1Listen in as co-hosts Nick Strasser and Pam Luk have an engaging conversation with Karl Schweitzer and Greg Alvine in part 1 of the total ankle revision MasterClass. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-08-0630 min
Up First from NPRTrump's New AG Pick, Ukraine Turning Point, West Coast StormPresident-elect Donald Trump swiftly replaced his controversial pick for Attorney General, Matt Gaetz, with his former lawyer, Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi. Russian President Vladimir Putin claimed the right to strike NATO countries supplying Ukraine with weapons, as Moscow escalates its military efforts in the war. And, a massive atmospheric river is drenching the West Coast, fueling concerns about the impact of climate change on extreme weather events.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was...
2024-11-2214 min
The Dish on Health ITTransforming Pharmacy and Public Health through Health IT: Insights from Pam SchweitzerIn this episode of The Dish on Health IT, Tony Schueth, CEO of Point-of-Care Partners, and Kim Boyd, Regulatory Resource Center Lead, are joined by Pam Schweitzer, former Assistant Surgeon General of the United States and current Chair of the NCPDP Foundation Board of Trustees. Together, they deliver an in-depth discussion on critical topics impacting the health IT landscape, including interoperability, public health data modernization, and evolving healthcare regulations.The episode begins with introductions from Tony and Kim, highlighting Pam’s extensive career in healthcare, ranging from her leadership roles in the Indian Health Service and the Ve...
2024-09-3046 min
RxperiencePillars of Industry Special 4th of July: Admiral PamI don't know if Pamela Schweitzer is the highest ranking pharmacist in the history of the United States, but we are going to ask her. We do know she was a Rear Admiral , Chief Pharmacy Officer and Assistant Surgeon General in the U.S. Public Health Service. Pam's career has taken her from remote Indian reservations in South Dakota and Arizona to a leadership role working to improve health and pharmacy practice nationally. Join us the week of July 4th for a conversation with a Patriot and a Pharmacist.
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2024-07-0126 min
Pharmacist's VoiceInterview with RDML Pam Schweitzer, PharmD (Ret) - Veterans Day 2023RDML Pam Schweitzer, PharmD returns to the podcast today to talk about Veterans Day and the PBS Documentary Invisible Corps. Dr. Schweitzer was also featured in episodes 185 and 229 of The Pharmacist's Voice ® Podcast. November 11 is Veterans Day. Veterans Day is a US holiday celebrated annually to honor America's veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. On Veterans Day, we thank veterans for their service. Thank you veterans! Why talk about the documentary in this episode? Because it features veterans of the United States Public Health Commissioned Corps. It fits...
2023-11-1052 min
Pharmacist's VoiceInterview with Pam Schweitzer, PharmD and Amy Graves - Pharmacist Authors Series (Summer 2023)Joining me today is Pam Schweitzer, PharmD and her daughter, Amy Graves. We discuss their book: Alice and Jack Hike the Grand Canyon. This is episode 9 of 15 in my Pharmacist Authors Summer Series. Pam and Amy are a mother-daughter author team who come from a long line of Grand Canyon hikers. You may want to hike the Grand Canyon with your kids or grandkids after listening to our interview! Thank you for listening to episode 229 of The Pharmacist's Voice ® Podcast! To read the FULL show notes, visit https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com/podcast. Click on ep...
2023-07-0725 min
Pharmacist's VoiceHow do you say ezetimibe? Pronunciation Series Episode 18Welcome to the 18th episode in my drug name pronunciation series! We're talking about ezetimibe today. In the first 4 minutes, I break ezetimibe down into syllables, explain which syllable has the emphasis, and reveal the source of the information. The last 4 minutes is a bonus. My husband (Nathan) guest appears to say some drug names from this series. Why? To share a fun memory! When I was in pharmacy school, Nathan made me laugh/distracted me from the stress of studying by say drug names and medical terms badly. It worked! I laughed a lot, thanks to...
2023-07-0308 min
Pharmacist's VoicePharmacist Authors Series IntroductionIn June and July 2023, I'm publishing a 15-part Pharmacist Authors Series. Listen to the interviews. Then, check out the books. This series might also inspire you to write a book! Thank you for listening to episode 220 of The Pharmacist's Voice ® Podcast! To read the full show notes, visit https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com/podcast, and click on episode 220. Subscribe to or Follow The Pharmacist's Voice Podcast! Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Amazon/Audible See below for dates, authors, book titles, and links: 👇🏻 June 5, Introdu...
2023-06-0509 min
MorbidThe Pamela Smart Case (Part 1)Mention the Pamela Smart case to someone in New Hampshire, and they'll know exactly what you're talking about. The case captivated the nation in the early 90's and at the center of it all, of course, was Pamela. A New Hampshire native, she had big dreams of becoming somebody and making a name for herself. She moved away from her small town and almost did, but in the name of love she moved back home and settled into her career as a School Administrator. It was via that position that she would meet young sophomore in High School, Billy...
2023-05-291h 40
The Best PodcastsMention the Pamela Smart case to someone in New Hampshire, and they'll know exactly what you're talking about. The case captivated the nation in the early 90's and at the center of it all, of course, was Pamela. A New Hampshire native, she had big dreams of becoming somebody and making a name for herself. She moved away from her small town and almost did, but in the name of love she moved back home and settled into her career as a School Administrator. It was via that position that she would meet young sophomore in High School, Billy...
2023-05-2900 min
Pharmacist's VoiceInterview with RDML Pam Schweitzer, PharmD - Veterans Day 2022In honor of Veterans Day 2022, Rear Admiral (RDML) Pam Schweitzer, PharmD is my guest. She is a pharmacist, and she was the first female Assistant Surgeon General of the United States. She retired in 2018. You will hear me address her as "Pam" throughout the interview as we discuss Her career in the Public Health Service (PHS), The PHS Women's Leadership Support Group (WLSG), Her vision for interoperable medication lists, Her appearance in an upcoming PBS Documentary called the Invisible Corps, And more! Bio Rear Admiral (RDML) Pamela Schweitzer retired in September 2018 from a four-y...
2022-11-111h 03
The Life Story Coach Podcast22: Reminiscence and Life Review for Life Story ProfessionalsAt a past Reminiscence Conference
Want to earn an online certificate in Reminiscence and Life Story Work?
Then this episode is for you.
Today we talk to Esther Gieschen at University of Wisconsin, Superior about the academic field of reminiscence and life review and what we as practitioners of life story work can learn from it.
Topics discussed:
the role of reminiscence and life story work as narrative therapy
how the academic field can serve as a foundation of knowledge for practitioners out in the field, whether that's life story professionals running a business or volunteers serving their community (e.g...
2018-06-2238 min
Detour - The Unofficial PodcastLondon: Surviving the Blitz of WWII in SouthparkGet a glimpse of what it was like to live in London during the Blitz of WWII.
Starting Location
Waterloo
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45 minutes
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During the height of WWII Britain experienced nearly nightly bombing raids that came to be known as "The Blitz." The Blitz killed thousands of people and destroyed nearly one million homes in London alone—particularly in working class neighborhoods like Southwark. While the men were away fi...
2015-02-0237 min