Explore every episode of the podcast Target: Cancer Podcast

In this episode of the Target Cancer Podcast, Dr. Sanjay Juneja sits down with Dr. Tim Showalter, Chief Medical Officer at Artera, to explore the transformative role of AI in personalizing cancer treatment. Dr. Showalter shares insights on how advanced AI tools are helping clinicians make more precise decisions, reducing overtreatment, and improving patients’ quality of life. Together, they discuss the moral and medical challenges of balancing aggressive cancer therapies with patient-centered care and the promise of AI in guiding better, data-driven outcomes.

In this engaging episode of the 'Target: Cancer Podcast,' Dr. Sanjay Juneja discusses the future of healthcare data with Therasa Bell, President, CTO, and co-founder of Kno2. Covering themes of healthcare inefficiencies, the importance of data sharing, and the critical need for innovation, this conversation dives deep into ways to tackle pressing concerns such as the aging population, provider shortages, and the sustainability of healthcare systems. You'll discover why data is seen as an underlying theme essential for solving these inherent issues and what measures are being taken at state and federal levels to improve the situation.

In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Sanjay Juneja teams up with leading experts Dr. Jason Fung and Dr. Thomas Seyfried to reveal the shocking truth about what really drives cancer growth. Forget everything you thought you knew—this isn’t just about genetics! They dive into the powerful connection between diet, insulin, and metabolism, and how controlling sugar and inflammation might hold the key to stopping cancer in its tracks. If you’ve ever wondered whether cancer can be "starved," this is the conversation you need to hear. Tune in for a mind-blowing discussion that could revolutionize cancer treatment!

Dr. Lim takes us through the evolution of personalized cancer therapy, starting from animal trials and advancing to human treatments. He explains how artificial intelligence is playing a critical role in creating precise and effective treatment plans in oncology. Explore the impact of AI in transforming cancer care by offering more personalized therapies, and how precision medicine is shaping the future of patient outcomes.

Join Dr. Sanjay Juneja as he talks with Dr. Sam Blackman about advancements in Pediatric Neuro-Oncology. Dr. Blackman shares his journey from philosophy to medicine, discusses innovative treatments for pediatric brain cancer, and explores the role of AI in neuro-oncology. Discover insights into the latest therapies and the future of brain cancer treatment for children in this episode. Gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and breakthroughs in treating pediatric brain tumors.

In this episode of the Target: Cancer Podcast, Dr. Sanjay Juneja dives deep into the latest developments in colorectal cancer with Michael Sapienza, CEO of the Colorectal Cancer Alliance. Michael shares his personal journey from professional musician to leading cancer advocate, inspired by his mother’s battle with the disease. Discover the urgent need for innovative treatments and how advancements in AI and data sharing can revolutionize colorectal cancer care. Learn about cutting-edge screening methods, the critical importance of early detection, and the ongoing efforts to improve funding and research for colorectal cancer prevention.

The podcast episode features Dr. Sanjay Juneja interviewing Dr. Robert Den, a Harvard and Yale-trained physician and radiation oncologist. Dr. Den discusses the importance of trust in the patient-physician relationship and its impact on cancer treatment decisions. He emphasizes the need for personalized care, considering patients' individual circumstances and goals. Dr. Den introduces the innovative "DaRT" (Diffusing Alpha Radiation Therapy) technology, which targets tumors with alpha radiation, demonstrating promising results across various cancer types. He explains how this approach can offer new hope and treatment options, especially for patients with challenging cancer cases. The conversation highlights the potential of DART therapy to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

Dr. Chris Apfel explores innovative AI technology in cancer treatment, emphasizing early detection and personalized therapies. By utilizing real tissue testing to determine optimal drug responses, this method aims to enhance patient outcomes. Discover how this advancement is transforming cancer care and advancing precision medicine. Join Dr. Apfel on the Target: Cancer Podcast to delve into the future of customized treatments.

Discover the future of healthcare with Dr. Daniel Kraft on the Target: Cancer Podcast. Explore AI, wearables, and digital health in cancer care, and the potential of multiomics data and predictive analytics to revolutionize patient outcomes. Join the discussion on integrating cutting-edge advancements into everyday practice and navigating the evolving healthcare landscape. Don't miss this riveting exploration of technology, medicine, and innovation.

Investigative reporter Kristina Marusic delves into the connection between environmental exposures and cancer risk, sharing her sister's diagnosis and the effects of everyday chemicals. She emphasizes reducing pesticide exposure, filtering air and water, and using safer personal care products. Marusic advocates for regulatory changes and encourages listeners to urge lawmakers to prioritize cancer prevention. Tune in to discover how small lifestyle changes can significantly lower cancer risk.

Dr. David Braun discusses the exciting advancements in cancer vaccines and immunotherapy. He explains how the immune system can be harnessed to target and eliminate cancer cells, particularly in kidney cancer. He also discusses the potential for preventive vaccines and the future of curative treatments for cancer. This episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the cutting-edge research and possibilities in cancer immunotherapy.

Dr. Amit Kumar discusses the groundbreaking concept of a vaccine for cancer. He explains how they have identified "retired proteins" that are only produced during specific periods of life, such as lactation, and reappear when cancer cells arise. By vaccinating individuals after they no longer need these proteins, the immune system can be trained to target and destroy cancer cells. Dr. Kumar shares their progress in developing a vaccine for breast cancer and other types of cancers as well.

Dr. Sanjay Juneja interviews David Hysong and Katherine Arline from Shepherd, a precision oncology platform. They discuss the limitations of traditional cancer treatment guidelines and the need for a more personalized approach. Shepherd uses multiomic data, including RNA sequencing, to assess a patient's unique tumor characteristics and recommend tailored therapies. They also consider collateral medications and potential side effects.

Dr. Sanjay Juneja interviews Dr. Musti Kadhim about the exciting advancements in cancer treatment and the role of AI in improving patient care. They discuss the challenges of treating pancreatic and glioblastoma cancers, the potential of hypofractionation in radiation therapy, and the use of AI in precision medicine. Dr. Kadhim also explains the importance of data sharing and the ethical considerations surrounding AI in healthcare.

In this episode, we will discuss about the role of free circulating tumor DNA testing in early cancer detection, the current limitations of existing cancer screening modalities and the need for more proactive approaches to cancer care. Dr. Venstrom explains how Grail's technology works, using a blood test to detect abnormal patterns of DNA shedding from tumors. He emphasizes the importance of the cancer signal of origin and how it can guide targeted diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.

In this episode, Dr. Sanjay Juneja and Dr. David Penberthy discuss the role of radiation in cancer care and its effectiveness. Dr. Penberthy explains the different types of radiation therapy and how they are used to treat various types of cancer. They also explore the potential of combining radiation with immunotherapy and the exciting advancements in the field, the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to cancer treatment and the need for ongoing research and innovation.

In this episode, Dr. Sanjay Juneja discusses the impact of herbal supplementation, dietary supplementation, and diets on cancer outcomes. He is joined by Dr. Krystle Zuniga and Dr. Laura Kerns, who provide valuable insights based on their expertise in cancer nutrition. The episode covers topics such as the importance of protein and vitamins, the role of mushrooms and supplements and the benefits of a plant-based diet, also addresses common questions about red meat, dairy, and the gut microbiome.

Dr. Sanjay Juneja and rhinologist Dr. Henry Barham delve into taste receptors' intriguing role in cancer control and immune health. They examine t2r receptors, uncovering their ties to innate immunity and anti-cancer properties. Dr. Barham shares insights on bitterness sensitivity, COVID-19 outcomes, and a taste test for personalized diets and immune stimulation. This episode provides a fresh perspective on the significance of taste receptors in overall health.

Dr. Sanjay Juneja interviews Dr. Christy Kesslering, about the impact of metabolic health and diet on cancer, how cancer cells upregulate insulin and glucose receptors, and how a ketogenic diet can starve cancer cells by reducing glucose levels. They also explore the potential of ketosis and the importance of optimizing mitochondrial health. The conversation touches on the role of growth hormone, the potential benefits of exogenous ketones, and the need for personalized cancer therapies.

Explore the intersection of medicine and cannabis on this enlightening episode of the Target Cancer Podcast! This special edition features Codi Peterson, pediatric pharmacist and chief science officer of Cannigma. He shares insights on THC, cannabis, and marijuana. He strives to bridge the knowledge gap between medical professionals and cannabis. Discover the legal landscape of medical cannabis and its reported benefits. Subscribe now for your dose of medical insights!

Join Dr. Sanjay Juneja and Dr. Doug Flora on the Target Cancer Podcast to explore AI's role in shaping the future of oncology. Discover how AI is set to revolutionize clinical applications, enhance patient care, and provide more precise treatment profiles. A must-watch discussion for healthcare enthusiasts!

In this edition of the Target: Cancer podcast, Dr. Sanjay Juneja delves into the game-changing impact of Artificial Intelligence in cancer treatment, together with Scott Penberthy, who is the Director of Applied AI at Google. Get insights into the potential of AI to transform medical practices, improve patient care, and streamline oncology. Explore how AI is ushering in a new cancer treatment era and discover how it will revolutionize healthcare. Tune in to learn more!

In this episode of the Target Cancer Podcast, Dr. Sanjay Juneja and Douglas Feil, the Chief Program Officer for the National Breast Cancer Foundation, have a heartfelt conversation in honor of October's Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Inspired by his mother's battle with cancer, Doug shares his experiences and insights on navigating the challenges of cancer, the importance of screenings, and how to support our loved ones during their battles.

In the 50th podcast episode, Dr. Sanjay Juneja welcomes Kelly Thomas, Bethany Webb, and Erin Soto, who share their experiences and insights as cancer survivors and advocate for a healthy mindset during cancer treatment. In this very interesting episode, we discuss the challenges of receiving clear and accurate information about cancer diagnoses and treatments, the importance of doctor-patient communication, and the evolving landscape of cancer therapies.

In this Target Cancer podcast episode, Dr. Corrie Painter, a survivor of angiosarcoma, shares her non-traditional journey and the challenges of a rare disease diagnosis. Her story highlights the need for greater awareness and support for rare cancers and diseases. Dr. Painter also shares some insights on the "Count Me In" initiative and how it accelerates cancer research by connecting patient data with the research community.

In this episode of Target: Cancer Podcast, Dr. Sanjay Juneja and Dr. Chadi Nabhan delve into the Roundup & lymphoma connection, explore glyphosate's role, discuss oxidative stress theories, and demystify the mysteries the complexities of blood cancers. Discover factors beyond luck influencing cancer.

In this informative video, Dr. Paul Kent sheds light on fibrolamellar carcinoma, a rare and often misdiagnosed liver cancer that mainly affects young adults. Understand the challenges faced by patients with fibrolamellar carcinoma and stay updated on recent successes in obtaining treatment approvals. Discover the DNAJB1-PRKACA mutation, treatment advancements, and the power of hope in facing this condition.

Join us as we explore gastrointestinal (GI) knowledge with renowned expert Dr. Michael Byrne. With extensive medical and AI expertise, Michael provides a unique perspective on early cancer diagnosis and the challenges in detecting GI cancers. From colon to stomach and esophageal cancer, discover advancements in screening techniques and the role of AI in improving outcomes. Uncover the potential of AI solutions in revolutionizing GI healthcare and catching cancer early.

In this episode, Sanjay welcomes Dr. Ely Benaim from SonALAsense and discusses a groundbreaking technology targeting brain cancer. Dr. Benaim explains the concept of sonodynamic therapy, which introduces a novel approach to disrupting cancer's energy source by exploiting the cancer cell's hunger for 5-ALA, ultimately causing its death. This approach, without toxicity or side-effects, provides hope in treating GBM, DIPG, and other cancers.

In this second part of the interview with Dr. Jason Fung, we delve into a new paradigm for understanding cancer and a fresh approach to treatment. Our conversation uncovers groundbreaking insights that challenge traditional views on cancer, how it evolves, and how to fight it. Join us as we take back control in the fight against cancer with Dr. Jason Fung.

Join us as we dive deep into the fascinating world of metabolic health and its impact on cancer. Renowned expert Dr. Jason Fung delves into the intricate connection between hyperinsulinemia, obesity, breast cancer, and beyond. Discover the truth about fats, and learn if traditional or shorter intermittent fasting durations work best for cancer prevention and weight loss. Uncover the complexities of insulin resistance and its impact on cancer development. Don't miss this eye-opening discussion.

In this episode, Dr. Thomas Seyfried discusses metabolic approaches to cancer. Learn how depriving cancer cells of fermentable fuels like glucose and glutamine can starve and kill them. Challenge the genetic disease model and discover the impact of ketosis on mitochondrial health. Uncover the truth about cancer as a metabolic, not genetic, disease. Empower yourself with the knowledge to combat cancer through metabolic strategies and learn about the dangers surrounding us: processed foods.

Dr. Sanjay Juneja interviews Dr. John Whyte, the Chief Medical Officer of WebMD and bestselling author, to discuss cancer prevention and the impact of lifestyle on cancer risk. They discuss how genetics are only responsible for a small percentage of cancers and that lifestyle and environmental factors have a greater influence. Dr. Whyte emphasizes that people should not feel responsible for their cancer diagnosis, but they can take steps to reduce their risk.

In this episode, we discuss community oncology and social media’s role in sharing knowledge. The OncBrothers, Dr. Rahul and Dr. Rohit Gosain, share their experiences working in the field and using social media to connect with colleagues. They emphasize the importance of better access to genomic testing and targeted therapies and the need for patients to ask their oncologists about these options.

Michael Levin, a biologist studying regenerative and cellular regeneration, believes cancer arises when cells disconnect from the network that keeps them working towards larger goals. Cells become like amebas, rolling back to a single-cell lifestyle with limited goals. He explains his work with the planarian flatworm as the holy grail of regenerative medicine with incredibly cancer-resistant and immortal properties.

Discover the Truth About Cancer: Debunking Misconceptions with Dr. Sanjay and Dr. Joseph Zundell. Learn about cancer cell adaptation, comprehensive treatment plans, and new developments in cancer treatments like Enhertu and bispecific antibodies. Also, explore immunotherapy, cancer therapy testing on mice, and personalized treatment options.

In this episode we have Dr. William Li, a renowned physician, scientist and author. Dr. Li and Dr. Sanjay discuss how the body has many natural defense mechanisms against cancer. One such defense is DNA, and its ability to suppress cancer cells. Self-care and listening to one's body cannot be overstated in the fight against cancer. Dr. Li urges oncologists to listen closely to their patients to provide the best care. Additionally, small changes in one's diet, like incorporating pears, can improve gut health and affect cancer treatment.

This week's guest is Dr. Paul Billings, a board-certified internist, renowned researcher, and clinical geneticist. Dr. Billings and Dr. Juneja talk about new methods of early detection of cancer and dive into Dr. Billings's recent research endeavor on exosomes and how they function to identify potentially cancerous cells from a single blood draw, even before symptoms occur. This revolutionary technology aims to redefine cancer screening as we know it.

In this episode, we talk with Laura Towart, Founder & CEO of Vivian Therapeutics, a company that revolutionizes cancer treatment by personalizing it to each patient's unique tumor using an army of 500,000 fruit fly avatars. They use a patient's genes against all FDA-approved drugs to identify the drug combinations for people with advanced cancer. We also learn about their tool, TuMatch, which can quickly find treatments for colorectal cancer patients.

This week's guest is Dr. Sandip Patel, a professor of medical oncology from UC San Diego. Dr. Patel and Dr. Juneja talk about the gut microbiome, how it affects our health, and especially how it relates to cancer. In this very interesting episode, Dr. Patel shares some insights about his studies on bacteria that can impact cancer treatments. We also learn about antibiotics, probiotics, acid reflux, and the relationship between diet and cancer.

This episode's guest is "America's Favorite Doctor,” Dr. Laura Purdy, a board-certified Family Medicine Physician. Dr. Purdy joins Dr. Juneja to talk about telehealth and how it's changing patients' lives by increasing access to care. In this episode, we learn how to find a doctor from the comfort of our own home and how screenings and prescriptions work on these virtual healthcare visits. On the topic of cancer, Dr. Purdy also shares her perspective on genetic tests for cancer prevention.

Our guest this week is Mark Shapiro, COO of xCures. Dr. Sanjay and Mark talk about the importance of accessing and structuring patient medical records and how they can be used to help guide treatments and improve patient care. In this episode, learn about advancements in AI software that are now transforming the oncology sector and how xCures is harnessing this technology and making it available to every cancer patient and oncologist in the US.

Dr. Sanjay Juneja had the pleasure of talking with Dr. Pedro Barata, Associate Professor of Medicine at Case Western University and a leading expert in genitourinary tumors. Dr. Barata addresses the topic of kidney cancers, most specifically, renal cell carcinoma (RCC), and clarifies their subtypes and the ways we can treat them. In this episode, we also learn about new therapies, like immunotherapy, and how they are helping prostate cancer patients.

Our guest this week is Dr. Siddhartha Mukherjee, a physician, researcher, and Pulitzer Prize winner. Dr. Mukherjee and Dr. Juneja talk about a new approach to fighting cancer, by analyzing the internal metabolism of the cancer cell so that we can prevent cancer growth by starving it. Dr. Mukherjee shares his learnings on how specific diets - targeting amino acids and other nutrients - in combination with other therapies, can help patients control their cancer.

Our guest this week is Dr. Jay McCracken, Neurosurgical Oncologist at Piedmont Atlanta Brain Tumor Center. Dr. Juneja talks with Dr. McCracken talk about the scary topic that is brain cancer. Can meningiomas be cancerous? Why makes it Glioblastoma so challenging to treat? Dr. McCracken shares some insights on tumor resection and the techniques used to achieve functional preservation. Learn about GammaTile to precisely deliver radiation and how it can dramatically improve the treatment of GBM in comparison with external beam radiation.

Our guest this week is Dr. Ian Walters, CEO of Portage Biotech. Dr. Juneja talks with Dr. Walters to explain how we can potentially educate our own immune system to kill cancer cells and then retain that education to prevent future recurrences. And what if we could create a drug to impact multiple cancers - via existing checkpoint inhibitors or pathways? Watch this episode to find out about the science that is being developed right now.

This episode's guest is Dr. Susan Dent, medical oncologist at Duke Cancer Center and president of the International Cardio-Oncology Society (IC-OS). Dr. Dent and Dr. Juneja talk about the world of cardio-oncology. What is cardio-oncology? How cancer therapies can impact cardiovascular toxicity? And, most importantly, can we prevent it? These are some of the questions that Dr. Dent addresses in this episode and help us understand.

Our guest this week is Dr. John Hood. Dr. Hood, together with Dr. Sanjay, talk about gene mutations on cancer growth and all the advances in next-generation sequencing that are transforming the treatment of cancer as we know it. If you have heard of the terms: NGS, genomic sequencing, or molecular profiling, but are unsure what they mean, how they work, and - especially - how you can benefit from them, this is the episode for you.

Our guest this week is Dr. Cliff Reid. Dr. Reid shares some exciting information about an innovation that can revolutionize the way that cancer is treated - by testing different cancer drugs and seeing which ones work or not within 48h. Watch Dr. Sanjay be mind-blown while Dr. Reid explains the science behind this innovation and the potential it can have in the life of cancer patients and their oncologists.

Our guest this week is Dr. Anjali Malik. Dr. Juneja and Dr. Malik talk about the different screening techniques and answers common concerns about breast cancer. In this episode, we learn about the differences between mammograms, ultrasounds, and MRIs and how/when each procedure is recommended. We also learn about breast augmentation, genetics and how it impacts the detection of breast cancer. Watch the full episode to learn from Dr. Malik's insights and expertise.