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Estimated from 6 chart positions in 6 markets.
By chart position
- 🇨🇦CA · Life Sciences#39100K to 300K
- 🇺🇸US · Life Sciences#1455K to 30K
- 🇧🇷BR · Life Sciences#2830K to 100K
- 🇹🇷TR · Life Sciences#630K to 100K
- 🇨🇴CO · Life Sciences#653K to 10K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
84K to 272K🎙 ~2x weekly·56 episodes·Last published 2d ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
169K to 543K🇨🇦55%🇧🇷18%🇹🇷18%+3 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
67K to 217K
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Recent episodes
How to Execute Strategy in Fast-Changing Industries | Mike Banville
Jun 22, 2026
31m 44s
What Biotech Leaders Can Learn from Ballet, Engineering, and Wall Street | Kelly Gold
Jun 8, 2026
29m 11s
From Africa’s AIDS Crisis to Global Pharma Leadership | Dr. Eslie Dennis
May 25, 2026
31m 53s
The Leadership Playbook Behind Pharma Success | John O’Donnell Interview
May 12, 2026
32m 09s
The Pharma Leader Nobody Expected | Alex Albuquerque
Apr 27, 2026
32m 55s
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| 6/22/26 | How to Execute Strategy in Fast-Changing Industries | Mike Banville | n this episode of the Pharmaverse Podcast, Mike Banville shares powerful insights on what separates good leaders from exceptional ones. From executive communication to organizational culture, Mike explains why leadership isn’t just about vision, it’s about translating strategy into measurable execution. We explore why listening is one of the most underrated leadership skills, how successful leaders navigate uncertainty, and what it takes to build alignment across teams in fast-moving indust... | 31m 44s | ||||||
| 6/8/26 | What Biotech Leaders Can Learn from Ballet, Engineering, and Wall Street | Kelly Gold | In this episode of the Pharmavers Podcast, Michael Pietrack sits down with Kelly Gold, Chief Financial Officer of Camp4 Therapeutics, to discuss her unconventional path from mechanical engineer and competitive dancer to biotech CFO. Kelly shares how designing Biosafety Level 4 laboratories taught her to identify risks, eliminate single points of failure, and develop contingency plans that now guide her financial leadership. She also explains why engineers often make exceptional business lead... | 29m 11s | ||||||
| 5/25/26 | From Africa’s AIDS Crisis to Global Pharma Leadership | Dr. Eslie Dennis | What shapes a great leader? For Dr. Leslie Dennis, it began on the frontlines of Africa’s AIDS epidemic. In this powerful episode of the Pharmaverse Podcast, Michael Pietrack sits down with Dr. Eslie Dennis, Global Head of Medical Affairs at Kyowa Kirin, to explore a journey spanning medicine, leadership, resilience, and purpose. Dr. Dennis shares unforgettable stories from treating AIDS patients in Zimbabwe during the HIV/AIDS crisis, including the heartbreaking reality of caring for abandon... | 31m 53s | ||||||
| 5/12/26 | The Leadership Playbook Behind Pharma Success | John O’Donnell Interview | In this episode of the Pharmaverse Podcast, host Michael Pietrack sits down with John O’Donnell, VP of Global HEOR at Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, for a deep conversation on leadership, AI in pharma, hiring elite teams, emotional intelligence, and the future of healthcare innovation. John shares hard-earned lessons from decades in the pharmaceutical industry, including how great leaders make difficult decisions, why listening matters more than speaking, and how AI is beginning to transform Heal... | 32m 09s | ||||||
| 4/27/26 | The Pharma Leader Nobody Expected | Alex Albuquerque | Welcome to The Pharmaverse Podcast, where host Michael Pietrack interviews top leaders in the pharma industry. This episode features Alex Albuquerque, MD, PhD, a true star in the field. If you're passionate about healthcare and career growth, you're in the right place to learn from the best in medical affairs and biotechnology. What do wine, dog psychology, cancer survival, global leadership, and pharma strategy have in common? In this fascinating episode of the Pharmaverse Podcast, Michael... | 32m 55s | ||||||
| 4/13/26 | How Authentic Leaders Win Trust in Pharma | Dr. Christiane Langer | In this episode of the Farm Averse Podcast, host Michael Petrarch sits down with Dr. Christiane Langer, SVP of Clinical and Medical Affairs at Secure Bio, for a candid conversation on what authentic leadership really means in today’s pharmaceutical industry. Dr. Langer shares why authenticity is often misunderstood, how vulnerability can build stronger teams, and why personal branding matters more than ever for leaders. She also opens up about balancing career ambition with motherhood, navig... | 38m 34s | ||||||
| 3/30/26 | How Great Pharma Leaders Lead with Empathy | Heather Paprstein | In this episode of the Pharmaverse Podcast, we sit down with Heather Paprstein, Senior Director of Oncology Medical Affairs at Corsair Therapeutics, to explore what it truly means to lead with empathy in the pharmaceutical industry. Heather shares her journey from oncology nurse to senior pharma leader, and breaks down the practical leadership skills needed to grow teams, navigate medical affairs, and build a meaningful career in biotech. If you're a current or aspiring leader in pharma, biot... | 34m 08s | ||||||
| 3/16/26 | Season 3: Episode 6 Why Great Leaders Give More Than They Take | Bob Burg | What makes a truly great leader? In this episode of the PharmaVerse Podcast, host Michael Petrarch sits down with bestselling author Bob Burg, co-author of the global phenomenon The Go-Giver, to explore the timeless principles behind extraordinary leadership, influence, and success. Bob shares the Five Laws of Stratospheric Success—a powerful framework that has influenced leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals around the world. These principles reveal why the most successful people focus... | 30m 18s | ||||||
| 3/2/26 | Season 3, Episode 5: Leadership Masterclass with Paul Ward | Join Michael Pietrack and Paul Ward, Executive Director of BeOne Medicines,, for a comprehensive Pharma Leadership Masterclass. This three-part series dives deep into the real-world leadership lessons Paul has learned over 25+ years in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. 📙In this video, you’ll learn: ▪️Early leadership experiences and lessons from sports and school ▪️Transitioning from peer to manager while building trust ▪️Mentorship lessons from Suzanne Lawrence and other influent... | 24m 23s | ||||||
| 2/16/26 | Season 3, Episode 4: Tackling as a Team with Toby Patterson | Leadership Lessons from Pharma: Building High-Performance Culture, Curiosity & Collective Intelligence | Pharmaverse Podcast In this episode of the Pharmaverse Podcast, host Michael Petrack sits down with renowned medical affairs leader Dr. Toby Patterson, former SVP of Global Medical Affairs at Genentech and GSK, to explore powerful leadership lessons from pharma, sports, and life. They discuss how great leaders “lead through the problem,” build principled cultures that outlive them, an... | 27m 47s | ||||||
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| 2/2/26 | How to Accelerate Cancer Cures Through Collaboration with Kirk V. Shepard, MD | Join host Michael Pietrack on the Pharmaverse Podcast as he speaks with Dr. Kirk Shepard, Chief Medical Officer of PDS Biotechnology, co-founder of the Medical Affairs Professional Society (MAPS), and creator of the Oncology Voices Network (OBN). 📙In this episode, they discuss: ▪️The inspiration behind the Oncology Voices Network and its mission to unite cross-functional stakeholders in oncology. ▪️Insights from the bestselling book “Voices of Oncology” and how collaboration accelerates ca... | 24m 41s | ||||||
| 1/19/26 | Season 3, Episode 2: Comfortable With The Uncomfortable with Shetal Vyas | In this powerful episode of the Pharmaverse Podcast, host Michael Pietrack sits down with Shetal Vyas, Senior Vice President of Commercial Strategy and Development at Ardelyx, to explore what authentic leadership really means in today’s pharmaceutical industry. From immigrating to the United States at the age of seven to leading high-pressure pharma launches, Shetal Vyas shares deeply personal stories that shaped her leadership philosophy. She explains how learning to get comfortable w... | 23m 46s | ||||||
| 1/5/26 | Season 3, Episode 1: Building a People-First Culture with John Harlow | Season 3, Episode 1: Building a People-First Culture with John Harlow Join Michael Petrack and John Harlow, a senior commercial leader in the pharmaceutical industry, as they explore how to create a people-first culture in Pharma. Gain actionable leadership insights on balancing performance with empathy, hiring for culture fit, fostering curiosity, and driving team success. Learn practical tips for supporting underperforming team members, cultivating competitiveness, and instilling a growth ... | 22m 45s | ||||||
| 12/15/25 | Season 2, Episode 24: The Growth Equation with Allison Trucillo | In this episode of the Pharmaverse Podcast, host Michael Pietrack sits down with Allison Trucillo, MD, Vice President of Medical Affairs at Avalon Pharma, to explore what it truly means to lead with a growth mindset in the Pharmaceutical industry. Allison shares her inspiring career journey from physician to pharma executive, discusses the powerful growth equation (stress + rest = growth), and explains how taking calculated risks, leveraging mentors, affirmations, and stepping outside your c... | 20m 33s | ||||||
| 12/1/25 | Season 2 Episode 23: The Future of AI with Marco Smit | Dive into the Pharmaverse Podcast with host Michael Pietrack as he speaks with Marco Smit, CCO and COO at Domelabs AI, about the revolutionary impact of AI on the pharmaceutical industry. This episode covers: - How AI, including Gen AI and Agentic AI, is reshaping drug development and operational strategy - Emerging roles in pharma and guidance for recruiting AI-savvy talent - Practical tips for employees to engage with AI, maximize productivity, and create leadership opportunities - Managin... | 16m 45s | ||||||
| 11/10/25 | Season 2, Episode 22: Man In The Arena with Tony Lin | Season 2, Episode 22: Man in the Arena with Tony Lin Join Michael Pietrack on The Pharmaverse Podcast as he interviews Tony Lin. In this inspiring episode, Tony shares his leadership journey, the invaluable lessons he learned from his father, and the resilience needed to thrive in Pharma. He dives deep into facing challenges, navigating cultural transitions, mentorship, and the power of mental cues like “Man in the Arena” to overcome setbacks. Whether you’re an aspiring leader or an experien... | 20m 01s | ||||||
| 10/27/25 | Season 2, Episode 21: A Century of X-Rays with Margaret Yu | Season 2, Episode 21: A Century of X-Rays with Margaret Yu In this powerful episode of the Pharmaverse Podcast, host Michael Pietrack sits down with Dr. Margaret Yu, Chief Medical Officer at ARTBIO, an oncology company leading the charge in Radioligand Therapy (RLT) to revolutionize cancer care. Dr. Yu unpacks the 130-year history of radiation in medicine — from the discoveries of Marie and Pierre Curie to the approval of modern alpha isotopes — and explains how ARTBIO is developing new rad... | 19m 40s | ||||||
| 10/13/25 | Season 2, Episode 20: Exploring The "ProFound" with John Lepore | Season 2, Episode 20: Exploring The "ProFound" with John Lepore | The Pharmaverse Podcast Join host Michael Pietrack on The Pharmaverse Podcast as he talks with John Lepore, CEO of ProFound Therapeutics, about leadership, career pivots, and the future of pharmaceutical innovation. Discover how passion, mentorship, and strategic partnerships drive breakthrough therapies and impact patient care. 🔖In this episode: 👉Explore ProFound Therapeutics’ innovative approach to discovering novel protein... | 22m 26s | ||||||
| 9/29/25 | Season 2, Episode 19: Confronting Osteoporosis with Miranda Toledano | Season 2, Episode 19: Confronting Osteoporosis with Miranda Toledano Welcome back to the Pharmaverse Podcast, hosted by Michael Pietrack. In this episode, we sit down with Miranda Toledano, CEO of EnteraBio (NASDAQ: ENTX), to explore: 🔹 The evolving treatment paradigm for osteoporosis 🔹 Why millions of women worldwide remain undiagnosed and untreated 🔹 EnteraBio’s groundbreaking EV613 oral tablet—a potential game-changer versus injectables 🔹 The FDA alignment milestone using Bone Mineral De... | 23m 05s | ||||||
| 9/15/25 | Season 2, Episode 18: Turning the Page with Chadi Nabhan | Join Michael Pietrack on the Pharmaverse Podcast as he sits down with Dr. Chadi Nabhan, MD – CMO and Head of Strategy at RyghtAI, hematologist, oncologist, author, and podcast host – to explore the future of clinical trials, AI innovation, and leadership in healthcare. 📕In this episode, Dr. Nabhan shares: ✔️How RyghtAI uses AI digital twins to speed up clinical trials and reduce costs. ✔️The process of matching clinical trial protocols to the best sites worldwide. ✔️Lessons learned from ment... | 23m 45s | ||||||
| 9/2/25 | Season 2, Episode 17: Ode To The Oncopig with Jessicca Rege | Season 2, Episode 17: Ode To The Oncopig with Jessicca Rege Welcome to The Pharmaverse Podcast, your go-to destination for insights in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry. In this episode, host Michael Pietrack sits down with Jessicca Rege, PhD, CEO of Seuss Clinicals, to discuss pioneering approaches in preclinical oncology research using the Oncopig cancer model. Jessica shares her experience leading innovative pharma projects, her thoughts on disruptive and transformational leadershi... | 23m 12s | ||||||
| 8/18/25 | Season 2, Episode 16: Breaking Barriers with Jacob Becraft | Season 2, Episode 16: Breaking Barriers with Jacob Becraft Join Michael Petrack on the Pharmaverse Podcast as he interviews Jake Becraft, CEO & Co-founder of Strand Therapeutics! Discover how Jake is transforming cancer treatment with programmable mRNA therapies. Hear about his journey from a small town in Illinois to MIT, how jiu-jitsu shaped his leadership, and the lessons of team-building, failure, and innovation. Learn about Strand’s breakthroughs, including the game-changing abscop... | 25m 39s | ||||||
| 8/4/25 | Season 2, Episode 15: What's In A Name with Raj Devraj | 🎧 Season 2, Episode 15 | What’s In a Name? Featuring Raj Devraj In this insightful episode of The Pharmaverse Podcast, host Michael Pietrack welcomes Raj Devraj, a seasoned leader in the pharmaceutical industry, to explore the power of identity, legacy, and what’s truly behind a name. From cultural influences to leadership values, Raj shares stories from his personal and professional journey—offering a unique lens into the people-first mindset that defines authentic pharma leadership. 💬 Dis... | 24m 21s | ||||||
| 7/21/25 | Season 2, Episode 14: Leading Across Generations with Claudio Pasquinelli | Season 2, Episode 14: Leading Across Generations with Claudio Pasquinelli In this heartfelt and insightful episode, we sit down with Claudio Pasquinelli, MD, the recently retired Vice President of Clinical Science at Takeda. With over 25 years of experience in pharma and a background in clinical medicine, Dr. Pasquinelli shares profound lessons on leadership, generational mentorship, and navigating career transitions — including what “retirement” really means. 🔹📕 Highlights Include: ▪️Dr. ... | 14m 17s | ||||||
| 7/7/25 | Season 2, Episode 13: Finding A Path Forward with Art Kreig | On this episode of The Pharmaverse Podcast, Art Krieg, the President of Zola Therapeutics, tells Michael that vision, endurance, resilience, and a whole lot of grit are needed to run a biotech. Krieg has faced the rugged terrain and uphill climbs that come with building science-based companies. But just like a marathoner, he’s never stopped putting one foot in front of the other. 🎧 In this episode, Art and Michael discuss: ✅ The parallels between biotech leadership and long-distance r... | 22m 20s | ||||||
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Chart Positions
7 placements across 6 markets.
Chart Positions
7 placements across 6 markets.