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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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Current Show: "The Weight is Over: The Rise in GLP-1 Medications for Weight-Loss"

Guests

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Srividya Kidambi, MD, MS

professor (department of medicine), chief (division of endocrinology & molecular medicine), Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin

Rachel Kavanaugh, PharmD

Rachel Kavanaugh, PharmD, BCACP

PharmD, associate professor (department of clinical sciences); director of professional laboratories-Year 2, MCW School of Pharmacy 

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Kate Glasenapp, DNP, APNP-BC, CDCES, BC-ADM, CBN, CSOWM

assistant professor (department of medicine); co-director, comprehensive medical weight loss program, Medical College of Wisconsin

Discovery Radio Episode Archive

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 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!

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Discovery Radio Episode 139 - Glaucoma: Setting Sights on Improving Outcomes

Glaucoma is a common eye disease that can cause irreversible blindness. However, it’s also becoming increasingly, effectively treatable. Discover Glaucoma: Setting Sights on Improving Outcomes…inside this edition of CTSI Discovery Radio!

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Discovery Radio Episode 138 - The Data Science Institute: Converting Data into Knowledge

In medical research, having good data in invaluable toward gaining better information, and is the key to increasing medical knowledge. Discover The Data Science Institute: Converting Data into Knowledge…inside this edition of CTSI Discovery Radio!

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Discovery Radio Episode 137 - The Lowdown on Upper GI Reflux Conditions

Millions of Americans are impacted by upper GI conditions such as Layngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR) and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Plus, learn how a reflux condition can impact an individual’s quality of life. Discover The Lowdown on Upper GI Reflux Conditions…inside this edition of CTSI Discovery Radio!

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Discovery Radio Episode 136 - Advancements in Cancer Research, Treatments & Therapies

Breakthroughs in cancer research are playing a pivotal role in advancing treatments and therapies to fight the disease. Discover Advancements in Cancer Research, Treatments, and Therapies, inside this edition of CTSI Discovery Radio!

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Discovery Radio Episode 135 - Music as Medicine

There’s increasing evidence of the healing powers of music for some neurological and mental health disorders. Discover Music as Medicine…inside this edition of CTSI Discovery Radio!

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Discovery Radio Episode 134 - The NIH: A Blueprint for the Future of Biomedical Science

The National Institutes of Health have a new Director…one with vision, defined goals, and a bold reform agenda. Meet our nation’s new top biomedical scientist and discover his ‘Blueprint for the Future of Biomedical Research’…inside this edition of CTSI Discovery Radio!