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The All Things Nintendo PodcastMario Kart World w/ Seth MacyThis week on All Things Nintendo IGN Senior Social Commerce Producer and former host of Nintendo Voice Chat Seth Macy joins the show to break down all the news out of Nintendo's Mario Kart World presentation. They also rank the best Mario Kart games of all time and discuss some of the news out of other showcases that have happened recently.If you'd like to follow Brian on social media, you can do so on his Bluesky @BrianPShea or Instagram/Threads @BrianPShea. You can follow Seth on Instagram @sethgmacy. You can find his work on...2025-04-181h 45The All Things Nintendo PodcastSwitch 2 Price and Tariff Fallout w/ Spencer Pressly & Michael FutterThis week on All Things Nintendo, Shin Megami Tensei Network's Spencer Pressly joins the show to discuss the reaction to the Switch 2 review and all the news that has come out over the last week. Then, former Game Informer news editor and current business development professional Michael Futter joins to analyze the price of Switch 2 and Mario Kart World, plus discuss the impact of the tariffs and the resulting economic upheaval on the console's upcoming launch.Note: In the episode, we discuss the physical copies of Mario Kart World being $90 instead of $80. As of...2025-04-112h 15
Fertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 43: Alabama RulingMonica Moore NP and I talk about the recent Alabama ruling on IVF. What do we think?2024-03-2541 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 42: Embryology (IVF) - Past, Present, and FutureErin DiPietro BSc and MSc talks us through the past, present, and future of embryology. Erin is one of our senior embryologists at Illume and has a great perspective on all things embryology. To hear more about IVF have a listen!2023-04-1637 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 41: Hear a nurse's successful journey through IVFA must listen if you're considering IVF. One of our IVF nurses at Illume Fertility, Jamie Dobos RN, shares her experience completing IVF and being successful. You get to hear her perspective of the journey as a patient and as a nurse, a very unique circumstance. Listen to Jamie walk through her experience from the beginning steps all the way through a successful pregnancy and delivery. 2023-03-3039 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 40: Federal Advocacy Day 2023Lisa Rosenthal and myself talk about Federal Advocacy Day, April 25th 2023. This is a day for the reproductive community to discuss pro-family legislation with congress. Check it out and please sign-up to be an advocate in your state. Attendance is virtual this year!2023-02-2328 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 39: The road starts here!I welcome back Monica Moore NP to discuss the initial testing that you may encounter on your first visit with an REI. Monica breaks down the various evaluations in a concise and digestible way. You'll know exactly what you're headed for during your initial consultation. This is part 1 of a 2 part series with Monica. Part 2 focuses on the different ways we can help you family build. 2023-01-221h 14Fertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 38: The importance of pelvic health with Dr. Jen MorganI had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Jen Morgan. She's a doctor of physical therapy and a pelvic health specialist. We discussed pregnancy and postpartum wellness, pelvic pain with intercourse, and self-care. This is a must-listen as Dr. Jen is a very unique provider in the space! 2022-12-0829 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 37: Managing PCOSI welcome back Monica Moore NP. PCOS is found in 15% of women worldwide and Monica is an expert in this area. She gives us tools to combat PCOS to make it more manageable!2022-11-1647 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 36: Insights into breastfeedingSlightly switching gears, we talk about post-pregnancy. I welcome Susan Forrester, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) to discuss the best practices for successful breastfeeding. She walks us through how to prepare for baby, the benefits of breastfeeding, and common pitfalls people fall into. We also talk about formula feeding and pumping. A great listen pre-delivery!2022-10-3138 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 35: An egg freezing storyElective egg freezing has become very popular among my patients. Many are not able or ready to start a family right now. Alex Fontaine shares her egg freezing journey with us. She is a medical student who proactively froze her eggs as her academic journey is her priority for the coming years. Listen to her story to see how she removed the stress of 'what if' from her life in order to focus on current career goals and obligations. 2022-09-2726 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 34: It's just a cystOvarian cysts are a common finding on ultrasound during the reproductive journey. Many patients inherently assume the word 'cyst' is bad or something to worry about. In reality, reproductive physicians see them almost daily. Monica Moore NP and I explain what you need to know, the variety of cysts, how they initially form, and how to manage them during a reproductive cycle. 2022-09-0542 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 33: Interested in testing your embryos?This episode is all about embryo testing. Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) gives us the ability to test and transfer the most competent embryos. PGT is entering a whole new level where we can gain so much information from embryos prior to transfer. My distinguished guest on this episode is Nathan Treff PhD HCLD. Dr. Treff is the Chief Scientific Officer / Lab Director of Genomic Prediction. He walks us through the various PGT options available. 2022-08-0346 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 32: Yesh TikvaJoin me in a conversation with Gila Block, Executive Director of Yesh Tikva. Yesh Tikva is a community which focuses on raising reproductive awareness in the Jewish Community. They provide psychosocial services bringing hope to those facing infertility. Additionally, Yesh Tikva encourages families who already have children to help support those who are struggling with their journey. 2022-07-2731 min
Fertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 31: Why did my treatment cycle not work?Why did my cycle not work? IUIs and IVF cycles are not always successful. Monica Moore NP gives us insight into the variety of reasons why fertility treatment(s) may not work. Often times we both hear patients putting too much blame on themselves or overthinking what they could have done. In this episode we discuss the reality of these fertility treatments and shed light on the many variables that can contribute to a cycle not working. Although daunting, we have remedies and solutions in place that can help uplift your spirits to give you confidence to keep pushing. 2022-06-2945 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 30: Artificial intelligence meets egg freezingI had the opportunity to speak with Dan Nayot M.D. in this week's episode. Dan is the Medical Director at The Fertility Partners (TFP). The field of reproductive medicine has improved so much over the years due to advancements in technology. Now, in 2022, the future looks even brighter. AI has been moving its way into many fields in medicine. The potential it has in store for reproductive medicine is incredible. Dan walks us through Violet, a non-invasive AI solution designed to detect features in eggs that are invisible to the human eye. This technology can forecast and predict...2022-06-1041 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 29: Learn what the Medical Assistants are hearing and seeing from our patientsIn this episode, I speak with Chloe Nunez, one of Illume's Medical Assistants. We discuss the integral role the MA plays in our practice. Not only are they imperative to the physician's success, but they are the support system on the front lines of the patient journey. We demystify the various procedures you may experience from the perspective of a Medical Assistant. Giving you a glimpse into the common questions and concerns patients have before, during, and after a procedure(s). 2022-06-0130 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 28: Living and coping with stress with infertilityMonica Moore NP and I reframe how we all deal with and interpret stress. Family building is so important to many of us, when we are having a challenging time with it - treat yourself with compassion and acceptance. 2022-04-1055 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 27: A new perspective on exerciseIn this episode, Monica Moore NP gives a new way to think about exercise and definitely makes it more fun. Let's start moving our bodies!2022-02-1749 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 26: ERA (Endometrial Receptivity Analysis)Angela Linville, PhD, and I discuss ERA. We are now able to genetically test the uterine lining before embryo transfer. Have a listen as you are bound to hear more about this emerging technology. 2022-01-2236 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 25: Fertility preservation for our patients with a recent diagnosis of cancerI talk to Jocelyn Crespo, one of our IVF nurse specialists. We discuss fertility preservation options for our patients with a recent diagnosis of cancer. We highlight egg freezing and embryo cryopreservation for our patients prior to chemotherapy. During a complicated time we want you to be proactive and entertain freezing your eggs or embryos.2021-12-0733 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 24: Single moms to beLisa Schuman and I talk about the reproductive journey for single moms to be. Most importantly, we cover how to choose a donor and how to introduce the topic to your child. 2021-10-1334 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 23: Coping with pregnancy loss and infertilityMonica Moore NP joins me once again to discuss a more difficult topic. Pregnancy loss and infertility can take an emotional toll on people. Monica and I emphasize the importance of not blaming ourselves and provide strategies to cope and persevere. 2021-09-2847 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 22: Talking acupunctureMany of my patients are doing acupuncture during their reproductive journey. Dr. Elaine Malin and I talk about the various ways acupuncture can be utilized. Acupuncture can be used for stress relief, during ovarian stimulation, and at the time of embryo transfer. We review the mechanisms of how acupuncture is beneficial. Give it a try!2021-09-1334 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 21: The relationship between weight and fertilityI welcome back Monica Moore NP for another episode. As a health coach, she knows how important lifestyle is to a healthy pregnancy. She outlines some great strategies for a healthy lifestyle pre and post pregnancy.2021-08-1354 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 20: Embryo Transfer DayThis is where it all comes together. Embryo transfer day is the pivotal point in the IVF journey. I break down what to expect, how embryos are transferred, and how to best prepare. 2021-08-1006 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 19: The steps of IVF in under 10 minutesIf you have decided to do IVF, check out this episode. I walk you through and simplify the first 5 steps of IVF. The steps include ovarian stimulation, the trigger shot, egg retrieval, sperm source and embryology calls. I want you to see how completely approachable IVF is.2021-07-2808 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 18: Those Pesky PolypsMany of my patients will end up having polyps once we start doing your reproductive evaluation. Take a listen as I dispel any worry about uterine polyps and their removal. 2021-07-1306 min
Pumped Up Parenting | The Best Advice that NO ONE ELSE GIVES YOU about Raising Kids in Today's WorldINFERTILITY: The solutions are there and Dr. Spencer offers results!Are you having trouble conceiving? Are you dreaming of having your own little one, only to be disappointed month after month?
Did you know as women we get all the eggs we are going to have from birth and they age? Did you know you can freeze your eggs when they're young and healthy? Did you know about all the options out there to make you a parent?
Science is amazing and there are now so many ways to give you the gift of a baby. if you're confused and don't know where to turn, y...2021-07-1135 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 17: Pride Month 2021I speak with Stephanie Ocasio-Gonzalez about her family building journey with her wife Denise. She was so open about her journey. We also discussed pride month and her integral involvement in the Connecticut Parentage Act (CPA) which was just passed. 2021-06-2232 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 16: Federal Advocacy DayJune 17th is Federal Advocacy Day sponsored by RESOLVE in partnership with ASRM. This is a national event where the infertility community comes together to educate legislators on issues within the fertility system. Lisa Rosenthal, patient advocate at RMACT and state captain for this year's event takes us through some of the pending bills and explains what advocacy day looks like. 2021-06-0739 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 15: Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) walkthroughThis episode focuses on preimplantation genetic testing (PGT). Dr. Cengiz Cinnioglu walks us through the process of PGT or embryo screening. Today we are able to biopsy embryos at the blastocyst stage and send the biopsy for genetic analysis prior to embryo transfer. The ability to test an embryo before embryo transfer is one of the greatest accomplishments in IVF. 2021-05-3138 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 14: Family building utilizing donor eggI speak with Gail Sexton Anderson, founder of Donor Concierge and Tulip. We unravel family building using a donor. This is truly a great option for some to help build their family. This can be a difficult decision but can oftentimes be the solution to building your perfect family. We discuss the impact of anonymous vs a known donor pregnancy, the importance of reproductive counseling, and how a donor becomes eligible for you to use their eggs in a pregnancy. 2021-05-2431 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 13: Common questions after your first visit with your REICarmen Petrafesa RN at RMACT walks us through the most common questions reproductive nurses receive. We discuss everything from the basic fertility evaluation through super ovulation and egg retrieval. A great segment to listen to after you've had your first meeting with your REI. 2021-05-1640 min
The Fertility U PodcastA Big Announcement from Dr. RichlinOn this episode of the podcast, Dr. Richlin shares a big announcement! It’s his last episode of FertilityU - but don’t worry, he has a brand NEW podcast called Fertility Now, with new episodes coming out every Sunday! Dr. Richlin will continue interviewing fertility and health experts and sharing amazing stories, so be sure to tune in and follow him over at instagram.com/fertility.now So what’s next for FertilityU? FertilityU is now going to be a free quarterly webinar series! The medium may be different, but the goal remains the same: educating and em...2021-05-1203 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 12: Getting ready for your embryo transferEmbryologist Erica Paganetti joins me to talk about embryo transfer day. She walks us through the process of choosing the embryo for transfer. We end our conversation having described how an embryo transfer happens. 2021-05-1023 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 11: Getting ready for your egg retrievalI speak with Nina Garcia, one of RMACT's IVF recovery nurses. We walk you through the egg retrieval process. This episode is meant to make you comfortable before you come in for your retrieval. 2021-04-2623 min
The Moms on Maternity Podcast with Aimee CruzAbout Reproductive Health and Fertility. Aimee Cruz, Founder, of MOM interviews Dr. Spencer RichlinIn this interview, Aimee Cruz, Founder of Moms on Maternity interviews Dr. Spencer Richlin about reproductive health. We talk pre-pregnancy planning, birth control, IVF, surrogacy, and how to know when it may be time to meet with a reproductive endocrinologist as well as how to find one that is right for you! Dr. Spencer Richlin is a board-certified Reproductive Endocrinologist with extensive reproductive surgical experience. He has been practicing at Reproductive Medicine Associates of Connecticut (RMACT) since 2004, where he is a partner and Surgical Director. Dr. Richlin Areas of Expertise - ·Fertility preservation ·Oncofertility ·General infertility and IVF...2021-04-1915 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 10: The second half of the IVF journeyI welcome back Monica Moore, founder of Fertile Health. We give a shoutout to National Infertility Awareness Week. We then finish our discussion on IVF and bring you through fertilization, blastocyst formation, embryo testing/transfer and hopefully a positive pregnancy test. 2021-04-191h 08Fertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 9: I Decided to do IVF: Now What?I spoke with Monica Moore, founder of Fertile Health. We discussed the indications of IVF, getting ready for a successful cycle, pre IVF testing, the suppression check, stimulation, and egg retrieval. Monica simplifies these topics and I think you'll love what she had to say!2021-04-141h 04Fertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 8: Egg freezing simplifiedI talk about egg freezing; a way to stop the biological clock. By doing the first part of the IVF process, we can stimulate your ovaries and do an egg retrieval to freeze your eggs for future family building. A great episode for anyone interested in learning the basics of egg freezing.2021-04-1209 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 7: Men who need IVFI welcome back Matt Wosnitzer M.D. to continue our conversation about male infertility. We talk about fertility options for men who are azoospermic, those who have had a vasectomy, and options prior to chemotherapy (fertility preservation).2021-04-1229 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 6: Let's talk about the menMatt Wosnitzer M.D., and myself dive into male reproduction. This episode is great for men to familiarize themselves with their reproductive system. We cover the basics of sperm production and what a normal semen analysis looks like. Additionally, we touch upon when to visit a reproductive urologist. Dr. Wosnitzer goes through what your first visit will look like. Lastly, we talk about artificial insemination and the importance of a healthy lifestyle.2021-04-1234 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 5: Family building treatment optionsI welcome back Josh Hurwitz M.D., to talk about the different ways we help our patients become pregnant. Some topics we cover are: superovulation and intrauterine insemination, In Vitro Fertilization with and without preimplantation genetic testing, and single embryo transfer. We also touch on donor egg pregnancies, egg freezing, single-moms-to-be, and helping our same-sex couples build families.2021-04-1243 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 4: Your first visitJosh Hurwitz M.D., and myself discuss what we talk about with our patients during their first reproductive visit. This visit allows us to get to know you and help guide your family building path. We highlight the tests that you're likely going to complete in order for us to learn more about your reproductive system.2021-04-1227 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 3: Getting ready for a healthy pregnancy - Part 2Part 2 of 'Getting ready for a healthy pregnancy'. I continue my discussion with Manijeh Kamyar M.D., Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist. This time we talk about hyperemesis of pregnancy, pregnancy loss, carrier screening, IVF/embryo testing and we finish with coronavirus.2021-04-1224 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 2: Getting ready for a healthy pregnancy - Part 1Part 1 of 'Getting ready for a healthy pregnancy'. I talk with Manijeh Kamyar M.D., Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist. She is one of the contributing editors to the 7th edition of "Your Pregnancy and Childbirth" by The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). We discuss the many things you can do to prepare for a successful pregnancy and a healthy baby.2021-04-1225 minFertility Now with Dr. Spencer RichlinEp 1: An introduction to Fertility NowThe first episode of Fertility Now. I introduce myself and explain the importance of being proactive with your reproductive options. There's never been a better time to seek out information and ask questions. We'll take a look at how the reproductive system works by navigating through the menstrual cycle and noting the best time to try for pregnancy. I comment on when you should seek out a reproductive physician.2021-04-1208 minThe Fertility U PodcastFamily Genetics: What to Know Before, During, and After ConceptionYour genetic makeup gets passed directly to your offspring. Thousands and thousands of genes, when paired with the other parent's makeup, determine everything from eye color to freckles to height. It also can result in the passing of a disorder or chronic illness. Do you know what your genetic panel looks like? Are you aware of a genetic disorder you may pass on? Do you even want to know? Listen in as Dr. Spencer Richlin, host of FertilityU, and Jamie Speer, Genetic Counselor at RMA of Connecticut, discuss family building in the age of modern genetic testing and the plethora...2021-03-1935 minThe Fertility U PodcastAcupuncture for Fertility: Ancient Methods in Modern MedicineSome say that trends cycle in and out, but acupuncture has never gone out of style. It's has been around for 3,000 years for a reason, and Dr. Spencer Richlin is back with another episode of FertilityU to explain why. He sits down with Dr. Amy Matton, Director of the Integrated Fertility and Wellness team at RMA of Connecticut and licensed acupuncturist, for a fertility-focused interview, highlighting the scientifically-proven benefits of needle and laser acupuncture treatments during a family building journey.2021-02-0520 minThe Fertility U PodcastThe Underwear in My Shoe - An Uncensored IVF StoryDr. Spencer Richlin is back with a one-on-one interview with the author of the bestseller The Underwear in My Shoe, Brett Russo, as she chronicles her journey through fertility treatment. Her goal: to break the social IVF silence. She talks about the darkness, the light, and shares real, uncensored trials and tribulations that happened to her through the process.2021-01-1528 minThe Fertility U Podcast6 Keys to Holiday HealthSix interviews in one! Dr. Spencer Richlin sits down with members of the Integrated Fertility and Wellness team at RMA of Connecticut, collecting specific quick-tips and how-tos on de-stressing, mindfulness, and gratitude during the holiday season. The best news is that the takeaways are helpful for all, not just those trying to conceive or struggling with infertility. Happy holidays!2020-12-181h 05The Fertility U PodcastThe Ultimate Guide to Men's Health Prevention, preservation, and prolonging. In this podcast, Dr. Spencer Richlin interviews Dr. Matthew Wosnitzer, addressing what you need to know about men's health. They cover everything from how to care for your body to what changes to be on the lookout for, plus how to preserve your future fertility should something happen to your health.2020-11-2027 minThe Fertility U PodcastBreast Cancer: Care, Cures, and KidsWe're back with Season 2 of the FertilityU Podcast! This first episode honors Breast Cancer Awareness Month as we discuss the latest in screening technologies and methods of care, plus how fertility is affected by cancer and what you can do to overcome any family building obstacles pre- and post-treatment. Dr. Spencer Richlin hosts Dr. Richard Zelkowitz, Medical Director of the Breast Program at St. Vincent's Medical Center for this podcast.2020-10-2926 min
Audacious with Chion WolfBring On The Babies: Egg Donation, Surrogacy, and the Future of IVFRight now the world population is 7.8 billion, and growing fast. We have doubled our population over just the past 50 years! Even though the population is growing, fertility rates, overall, are dropping. So, more people are here, but we’re having fewer babies. There’s a lot of reasons for that, and one of them is infertility. The CDC estimates that nearly one out of eight couples struggles to conceive, but because of assisted reproductive technology, we’re upping the population numbers in the United States. The CDC reports that almost 2 percent of all U.S. births annually - or ab...2020-07-1750 minThe Fertility U PodcastBest of Season 1: Highlights, Fertility Basics, & A Patient StoryHow do we wrap up such an educational & informative first season of Fertility U? With a “best of” recap! We found moments from each podcast episode that we felt stood out from all the rest. Whether it was an inspiring IVF success story, sharing important information on men's health, or just discovering new things about fertility. 2020-03-1300 minThe Fertility U PodcastThe Body Issue: Back to the BasicsLet's go back to health class! But this time, we're dropping real-talk on our bodies, aging, conception, and fertility barriers. Whether you're looking to conceive now or later (or, like, waaaay later), it's important to know how your body works. Listen as Dr. Richlin breaks down the fascinating structures and processes within the male and female bodies. The guest on this podcast is Virginia Furnari, RMA of Connecticut Brand Specialist.2020-01-3000 minThe Fertility U PodcastFrom IUI to IVF: Sara's Story This one is all about breaking down barriers. Meet Sara, who is (spoiler alert!) now pregnant. Sara sits down with our host, Dr. Spencer Richlin, to discuss her journey. Together, they review everything from her diagnosis of unexplained infertility and fighting through emotional low-points, to finding support from her husband and meeting lifelong friends. Sara so graciously peels back the stigma of fertility treatment and gives us an unfiltered look into her journey, and for that, we are forever grateful! 2019-12-2700 minThe Fertility U PodcastMen's Health 101This one is all about the men! Your health, your self-care, your future. Knowing your body and the specific challenges men face is such an important topic, not only for your well-being, but also for your future fertility potential. In this podcast, our host, Dr. Spencer Richlin, sits down with Dr. Shaun Williams, a reproductive endocrinologist from RMA of Connecticut who is an advocate for Movember and men's health. Find out the best strategies to care for your body and the ways you can stay ahead of your fertility.2019-11-2600 minThe Fertility U PodcastFertility U 101Welcome to the Fertility U podcast! A podcast devoted to teaching you about your body and your fertility potential, no matter what stage in life you are in. Ready to have kids or not, it's empowering to know everything that's going on inside. This first episode is all about getting to know our host, Dr. Spencer Richlin. He's a passionate physician with an unmatched energy, ready to lead you through your fertility education.2019-11-2200 minThe Fertility U PodcastThe Fertility U TrailerThe word “fertility” might be foreign for some, but we're here to tell you that knowledge is empowerment and your fertility is all yours. We want you to understand your health and well-being, and your options. Our ultimate goal is to make sure you are equipped with enough knowledge to feel empowered, confident, and ready to tackle any fertility issue, good or bad, should one arise.2019-11-1400 min