This is the 6th episode in my Pharmacist Podcasters Series.  My guests and I talk about podcasting so that you will be inspired to host a podcast, be a podcast guest, or use your voice.  Dr. H hosts the Sports Pharmacy Podcast, which you can find at https://www.stonebriarpharmacy.com/sportspharmacypodcast    If you’re interested in starting a podcast, I can help.   I help pharmacists start podcasts.  There are two ways to work with me:   1.) My self-paced online course that focuses on...

My name is Kim Newlove, and I'm an Ohio-licensed pharmacist. Welcome to the 30th episode in my drug name pronunciation series. Today, we’re talking about citalopram (Celexa) and escitalopram (Lexapro).   In this episode, I divide all four drug names into syllables, tell you which syllables to emphasize, and share my sources. The written pronunciations can be helpful, so you can see them below and in the show notes on thepharmacistsvoice.com.  Thank you for listening to episode 274 of The...

I have a 21-year-old son named Kraig who was diagnosed with autism in the year 2005, at the age of 2.5.  His diagnosis changed my life and my career path, so we’re talking about autism today.  After I share some background information, I “dispense” 10 lessons I learned from raising a child with autism.     Create a vision for your child’s future.   Keep an open mind.  Think ability first.  Embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion.   Don’t underestimate the ordinary. Discover your “gifts of...

In this episode, I divide losartan and Cozaar into syllables, tell you which syllables to emphasize, and share my sources. The written pronunciations can be helpful, so you can see them below and in the show notes on thepharmacistsvoice.com.   The purpose of my pronunciation episodes is to provide the intended pronunciations of drug names from reliable sources so you feel more confident saying them and less frustrated learning them.    Losartan = loe-SAR-tan, emphasize SAR (source: USP...

Click here for the YouTube video version of this episode.   In this episode, I talk about my 2024 vision board.  I created it using canva.com.  It has 20 images organized into 5 rows.  I talk about the images and my goals for 2024.  This is my first vision board ever, and I credit Dr. Michelle Fritsch from Medipreneurs for helping me develop it.  I attended her Vision Board Workshop in January 2024.  Thank you, Michelle!   I’ll update you on my progress during my seasonal updates in May,...

If you start a podcast, you may need a podcast editor.  My guest today is Steve Stewart, a professional podcast editor.  We’re talking about the benefits of hiring a podcast editor and how Steve can help you find an editor for your podcast.  The show notes for this episode are on https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com.     Click here for the YouTube video version of this episode.    Bio (March 2024)   Steve is the Podcast Editor for some of the biggest indie personal finance podcasts like...

This is the 28th episode in my drug name pronunciation series.  Today, we’re talking about tirzepatide (Mounjaro® and Zepbound®).  I divide each drug name into syllables, explain which syllables to emphasize, and share my sources.  Seeing the written pronunciations is helpful, so the written pronunciations are below and in the show notes on thepharmacistsvoice.com.   tirzepatide = tir ZEP a tide, emphasize ZEP (source:  USP Dictionary Online)   Mounjaro = mown-JAHR-OH, emphasize JAHR and...

  Click here to watch the YouTube version. Dr. Wendy Stephan from the Florida Poison Control Center in Miami, FL and Angel Bivens, RPh  from the Maryland Poison Center return to The Pharmacist’s Voice Podcast to talk about poison prevention cases and resources for young adults ages 18-24.  This topic is in honor of National Poison Prevention Week (USA), March 17-23, 2024.   Topics covered What a poison is and how some drugs on college campuses can fit the definition of a poison When to...

This is the 27th episode in my drug name pronunciation series.  Today, we’re talking about atorvastatin (Lipitor ®).   If you’re new to my drug name pronunciation series, welcome! In this episode, I divide atorvastatin and Lipitor into syllables, explain which syllables to emphasize, and share my sources.  Seeing the written pronunciations is helpful, so the written pronunciations are below and in the show notes on thepharmacistsvoice.com. The purpose of my pronunciation episodes is to...

TPV Episode 266:  Interview with Tony Dao, PharmD - Pharmacist Podcasters Series Episode 5   Tony Dao, PharmD hosts 2 podcasts: Pharmacy, IT, & Me Podcast and The OCPhA Podcast. You can find both on https://tonydaopharmd.com/.    This the 5th episode in my Pharmacist Podcasters Series. Each pharmacist talks about their podcast and gives insights about podcasting.  If you’re interested in podcasting, you need to listen to this episode!   Thank you for listening to episode 266 of The...

This is the 26th episode in my drug name pronunciation series.  Today, we’re talking about omeprazole (Prilosec ®).   If you’re new to my drug name pronunciation series, welcome! In this episode, I divide omeprazole and Prilosec into syllables, explain which syllables to emphasize, and tell you where I found the information.  Seeing the written pronunciations is helpful, so the written pronunciations are below and in the show notes on thepharmacistsvoice.com.   The purpose of my...

This is my winter 2024 update.  My seasonal updates give you an opportunity to get to know me.  I talk about my business (The Pharmacist’s Voice), my podcast, personal life, and what I’ve been listening to, reading, watching, and playing.     Thank you for listening to episode 264 of The Pharmacist’s Voice ® Podcast!   To read the FULL show notes, visit https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com/podcast.  Select episode 264.   Subscribe to or follow The Pharmacist’s Voice ® Podcast to get each...

This is the 25th episode in drug name pronunciation series.  First, we talk about three brand-generic drug pairs: Viagra and sildenafil; Cialis and tadalafil; & Levitra and vardenafil. Then, Dr. Erin L. Albert talks about drug pricing with teamcubancard.com and costplusdrugs.com.  Erin is a pharmacist and Healthcare Innovator who works for the Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drugs Company as Vice President of Pharmacy Relations.     If you’re new to my drug name pronunciation series, welcome! In...

My guest is Dr. Christina Fontana, host of She Rises into Desire Podcast and The Healers in Healthcare Show, which I consider to be a YouTube Podcast.  You can find both on pharmacistcoach.com. This the 4th episode in my Pharmacist Podcasters Series.  During my conversation with Christina, you will learn: 📌 Why Christina started She Rises into Desire Podcast and the Healers in Healthcare Show 📌 Who her audience is 📌 The value she provides to her audience 📌 What she wants the audience to...

Today, I’m celebrating 4 years in podcasting!  In this episode, I express gratitude, share stats, and talk about my 2024 production schedule (year 5).   Which stats? Downloads numbers on podcast players, my website, and YouTube The top 5 countries with downloads in the last 90 days The breakdown of how many shows have been solo shows vs interview shows Number of episodes per season My 2024/year 5 production schedule includes Pronunciation episodes The Pharmacist Podcasters Series...

Happy New Year! 🎊 This is my first podcast interview of 2024.  CDR Kendra Jenkins is a pharmacist and Commissioned Officer in the U.S. Public Health Service. During our interview, we discuss her career as a public health pharmacist, settings she has worked in, roles she has served, deployments she’s been on, being a “boy mom” (she and her husband have two sons), advice for students and pharmacists who are considering their career options and more.  If you’re interested in a residency or...

This is the 24th episode in my drug name pronunciation series.  Today, we’re talking about ketorolac (Toradol®).  I have heard ketorolac pronounced three different ways.  How do you say it?   If you’re new to my drug name pronunciation series, welcome! In this episode, I divide ketorolac and Toradol into syllables, explain which syllables you need to emphasize, and reveal the sources of my information.  Seeing the written pronunciations is helpful, so the written pronunciations are below and...

It’s good to reflect on stats at the end of the year.  In this episode, I count down the four most downloaded episodes of 2023 (both podcast player stats and YouTube views/downloads).   Why pick the top 4?  My favorite number is four, and I have been podcasting for 4 years.  Thank you for listening to episode 258 of The Pharmacist’s Voice ® Podcast! To read the FULL show notes, visit https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com/podcast.  Select episode 258. Subscribe to or follow The Pharmacist’s...

My guest is Dr. Justin Cole, host of DISRxUPT Podcast.    During our interview, you will learn 📌 Why Justin started DISRxUPT Podcast 📌 Who the audience is 📌 What’s in it for the audience 📌 What he (as a host) gets out of podcasting 📌 What Justin wants his audience to do with the information from DISRxUPT Podcast 📌  Where you can find DISRxUPT Podcast 📌  His advice for new podcasters   📌  And more! Thank you for listening to episode 257 of The Pharmacist’s Voice ® Podcast! To read...

This is an encore presentation of a speech I gave to a class of P3 students in the “Exploring Novel Careers in Pharmacy” elective at The University of Toledo College of Pharmacy during Fall Semester 2023.     This episode is also available via video on my YouTube channel.  YouTube.com/@thepharmacistsvoice or type @thepharmacistsvoice in a YouTube app. The instructor’s name is Dr. Michelle Schroeder, and the class was conducted via WebEx.  I had up to 35 minutes to speak about my Novel...

This is a great episode for pharmacist podcasters and pharmacist authors who want to narrate their own audiobooks.  Producing audio files is difficult for novice podcasters and first-time audiobook narrators.  Audivita Studios is a full-service podcast production company that also helps authors who want to narrate their own audiobooks from home.   Audivita Studios Founder and CEO David Wolf is my guest today.  We discuss audiobooks, podcasting, podcast planning, microphones, and more.   ...

I divide Paxlovid, nirmatrelvir, and ritonavir into syllables, explain which syllables have the emphasis, and reveal the sources of my information.  The written pronunciations are below and on https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com.  The purpose of my pronunciation episodes is to provide the intended pronunciations of drug names from reliable sources so you feel more confident saying them and less frustrated learning them.  Paxlovid = pax LO vid; emphasize LO.  Nirmatrelvir = NIR ma TREL vir;...

My guest today is Dr. Deeb Eid, host of the new RxPOSED YouTube Podcast. RxPOSED Description The RxPOSED Podcast and social platform aims to bring video interviews, blog articles, and timely info to the healthcare space. Expect controversial topics, spectacular guests, and hot takes on various challenges within healthcare. Those looking to level up their knowledge, gaining different perspectives, meanwhile being entertained will find this platform engaging and valuable!  During our...

I hope you’re having a great fall!  This is an update on my personal life, my business, my podcast, and what I’ve been listening to, reading, watching, and playing (aka the fun stuff!). Thank you for listening to episode 252 of The Pharmacist’s Voice ® Podcast! To read the FULL show notes, visit https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com/podcast.  Select episode 252. Subscribe to or follow The Pharmacist’s Voice ® Podcast to get each new episode delivered to your podcast player and YouTube every...