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CTSI Discovery Radio

CTSI Discovery Radio

CTSI Discovery Radio is our multiple award-winning, 30-minute monthly radio show and podcast that informs and educates listeners about translational research relative to current medical/health topics, clinical studies and the latest advancements in biomedical research, drugs, treatments, therapeutics and interventions that are better, faster and more economical than ever. Hosted and produced by veteran radio personality Bryan Belmer, each show shares our mission of advancing health through research and discovery in our community and worldwide.

CTSI Discovery Radio airs the third Friday of each month at noon on WMSE 91.7 FM.

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Featured Show: "New Leadership: Transforming & Translating Vision into Reality"

Guests

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Shekar N. Kurpad, MD, PhD

President & CEO, Professor, Department of Neurosurgery, Medical College of Wisconsin

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Julie Freed, MD, PhD

Senior Associate Dean and Director, Clinical & Translational Science Institute of Greater Wisconsin (CTSI); Associate Professor and Executive Vice Chair, Department of Anesthesiology, Medical College of Wisconsin

More Discovery Radio Episodes

You may also listen to podcasts of previous shows in the archive below and receive new shows by subscribing via one of several popular podcast sites including iHeartRADIO, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Sound Cloud and Stitcher.

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Discovery Radio Episode 146 - Patients are a Virtue: The Patient-Centered Research of PCORI & PCORnet

Effective Patient-Centered Research is research that's created both for patients and by patients. Discover Patients are a Virtue: The Patient-Centered Research of PCORI & PCORnet... inside this edition of CTSI Discovery Radio!

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Discovery Radio Episode 148 - Poised for Poison Prevention & Control

There are many poison exposure risks… both inside our homes and in the great outdoors. We’re poised for poison prevention and control…inside this edition of CTSI Discovery Radio!

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Discovery Radio Episode 147 - CTSI Discovery Radio Goes to the Movies: Little Heart Warrior

The connection between research science and art matters.  On today’s show, we’re going to the movies to discover The Little Heart Warrior…inside this edition of CTSI Discovery Radio! 

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Discovery Radio Episode 145 - Summertime Preparedness & Prevention

Summer is nearly here, bringing sun and fun. But you need to be prepared, because it can lead to prevention. Discover Summertime Preparedness & Prevention... inside this edition of CTSI Discovery Radio!

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Discovery Radio Episode 144 - Care of the Dog: The Paws-itive Impacts of Therapy Dogs

The bond between humans and dogs is undeniably strong…especially when it comes to therapy dogs….making them a breed of their own.  Discover Care of the Dog: The Paws-itive Impacts of Therapy Dogs …inside this edition of CTSI Discovery Radio!

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Discovery Radio Episode 143 - The Weight is Over: The Rise in GLP-1 Medication for Weight-Loss

GLP-1 medications were developed to treat type 2 diabetes. Today, they’re also being prescribed for weight-loss. But it’s crucial to recognize they’re not some magic pill. Discover The Weight is Over: The Rise in GLP-1 Medications for Weight-Loss…inside this edition of CTSI Discovery Radio!

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Discovery Radio Episode 142 - Shoulder the Load: A Manual Wheelchair Injury Research Study

Over 5 million Americans use wheelchairs for mobility. But manual wheelchair users are at high risk for injury….especially kids. Discover Shoulder the Load: A Manual Wheelchair Injury Research Study, inside this edition of CTSI Discovery Radio!

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Discovery Radio Episode 141 - The Progression & Transformation of AI in Medical Research & Healthcare

The rapid progression of artificial intelligence is transforming medical research and healthcare, paving the way for even more transformative innovations on the horizon. Discover The Progression & Transformation of AI in Medical Research & Healthcare…inside this edition of CTSI Discovery Radio!

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Discovery Radio Special Edition: 2025 Year in Review

Throughout 2025, CTSI Discovery Radio covered a wide variety of topics related to translational science by focusing on important information, innovation, education, transformation, reflection, and more. Discover our special 2025 Year In Review edition of CTSI Discovery Radio!