World Hemophilia Day, COVID & Gender + UK Blood Brothers James Hunt & Luke Pembroke
Release Date: 04/20/2020
Climbing the Seven Summits to raise awareness?!
BloodStream
What does it look like to raise awareness from the top of the world? On the latest episode of BloodStream, Maia Meier joins our beloved hosts, Patrick and Amy, to talk about her mission to climb the Seven Summits through Project Elevate Her and bring visibility to women and girls living with bleeding disorders. From high-altitude expeditions to the everyday realities of advocacy, the conversation explores what it means to take up space in places where women with bleeding disorders have too often gone unseen. Listen now and subscribe to BloodStream Podcast wherever you get your shows. ...
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How the Patient Perspective Led to a Hemophilia Medical Breakthrough
BloodStream
Please see for Full PI #HYMPAVZISponsored William S. Somers, Ph.D. is a biotherapeutics research and development leader with more than 30 years of experience across biotechnology and pharmaceutical organizations, including Pfizer. As a scientist living with hemophilia, Dr. Somers played a key role in driving the patient-centric and purposeful design of HYMPAVZI (marstacimab-hncq). This episode will explore how the patient perspective influenced the scientific journey, with a special focus on Will’s research and why it was personally important for him to bring HYMPAVZI to people...
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Lived experience across generations of bleeding disorders
BloodStream
On the latest episode of BloodStream, we look at what is really underneath the words “I’m fine” and who it is serving to keep things that way. In I’m Fine, a family story across generations with bleeding disorders traces what has changed, what has not, and how honesty can begin to break cycles of silence that have long been passed down. What emerges is a closer look at resilience, inheritance, and the stories we are taught to minimize. We close out our plasma donation mini-series with donor Carver, highlighting the people behind every donation and the quiet consistency that keeps...
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Plasma donors, RARE BLOOD, and advocacy wins
BloodStream
On this episode of BloodStream—our plasma donation series continues with a powerful second installment featuring donor Hannah and the story behind what it really means to give. We’ve also got a packed lineup: a look at momentum building at the WFH World Congress, policy progress led by State Senator Joseph Addabbo supporting families with rare disorders, and new momentum in storytelling as Sanofi backs additional documentaries spotlighting rare blood conditions. Plus, we dig into the bigger picture—how bleeding disorders impact entire families, the role creativity plays when navigating...
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What happened to HEMGENIX!? An update on gene therapy.
BloodStream
CSL Behring just announced a global “stockout” of Hemgenix—what’s happening, and what does it mean for patients? On this episode of BloodStream Podcast, we break down the news, launch our mini-series on plasma donation, and hear from Thomas Savage in our I’m Fine segment, sharing the highs, the lows, and the reality of living with a severe bleeding disorder. Pain, perseverance, and the lessons learned along the way give a rare, unfiltered glimpse into life behind the headlines—reminding us all that every treatment, every donation, and every day matters. Show Notes: I’m Fine...
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Understanding Hemophilia A & B with Inhibitors: SEVENFACT in Focus
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In this special partnered episode of the BloodStream Podcast, hosts Patrick James Lynch and Amy Board speak with hematologist Dr. Tami Singleton about hemophilia A and B with inhibitors, a complex condition that changes how bleeding episodes are treated. Dr. Singleton explains what inhibitors are, why they develop, and how they impact clotting and everyday life for patients and families. The conversation also explores SEVENFACT, a recombinant factor VIIa bypassing agent, including how it works and what patients should know about dosing and treatment planning. to learn more about SEVENFACT.
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100 Years of vWD w/ Dr. Nathan Connell
BloodStream
This year marks 100 years since von Willebrand disease (vWD) was first described, and on this episode of BloodStream we take a closer look at how far the field has come. Our beloved hosts, Patrick and Amy happily welcome Dr. Nathan Connell, hematologist and leading expert in bleeding disorders, for a conversation about the past, present, and future of vWD. Together they explore how our understanding of the condition has evolved since its discovery, the challenges that remain in diagnosis and care, and why awareness still matters for the millions of people worldwide living with vWD. From early...
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Psychosocial support and bye bye, BioMarin
BloodStream
Bleeding disorders aren’t just medical conditions — they’re lived experiences shaped by resilience, community, and support. On this episode of BloodStream Podcast, Patrick James Lynch sits down with the WFH working group to explore why psychosocial care matters just as much as medicine and how human connections help people thrive. Rocky Williams joins to share the power of positivity and what it truly means to be more than “fine,” inspiring the bleeding disorders community to dream bigger, aim higher, and embrace life fully. We also break down a major shift in gene therapy:...
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Jeff & Barb with Connie Montgomery!
BloodStream
On this episode of BloodStream, we’re thrilled to sit down with Connie Montgomery alongside Jeff and Barb for a warm, wide-ranging conversation grounded in lived experience and deep community roots. Together, they reflect on the moments that shape advocacy, the evolution of the bleeding disorders space, and the power of staying connected to one another. Plus, a nod to Rare Disease Day, a bit of BloodStream banter, and a preview of what’s ahead. Tune in, share with your community, and as always—take self-care of yourself. Presenting Sponsor: Takeda, visit to learn more. Subscribe:...
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A preview of 2026 World Congress with Dr. Glenn Pierce
BloodStream
On this episode of BloodStream, we get a sneak peek at the 2026 World Congress with Dr. Glenn Pierce, Vice President, Medical at the World Federation of Hemophilia. What conversations are shaping the agenda? Where is the science heading? And how does a global convening like World Congress moves the needle on access, equity, and innovation for people living with bleeding disorders? Dr. Pierce shares why this gathering still matters — and what the community should be watching as 2026 approaches. Plus, in I’m Fine, we sit down with Anthony, a performer and educator living with a bleeding...
info_outlineNatalie and Patrick discuss COVID’s unique impact on men versus women, catch up with James Hunt from the UK Haemophilia Society and clinical trial participant Luke Pembroke, share takeaways from WFH’s recent COVID webinar as well as highlights from the World Hemophilia Day (4/17) LIVE that streamed from BloodStream Media’s Facebook Page.
Presenting Sponsor: Takeda
Segment Sponsor: Genentech
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