2025 Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month Episode: Transition to Adult Services
Pharmacist's Voice
This is my Annual Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month Episode. I have a 22-year-old son with autism. In honor of his graduation in May 2025, the topic of this episode is the Transition to Adult Services. We knew this day would happen. Find out how we prepared. To read the full show notes, visit . A number of people outside of the pharmacy profession listen to my annual autism episode. This is my opportunity to pass on my personal experience to them and for you to learn more about my life. Thank you to everyone who has been part of Kraig’s life and helped us raise...
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How do you say Myrbetriq? (Pronunciation Series Episode 53)
Pharmacist's Voice
Thanks Donna for selecting today’s drug name! She left a voicemail asking for pronunciation help via the contact page on my website . In this episode, I divide Myrbetriq and mirabegron into syllables, tell you which syllables to emphasize, and share my sources. Written pronunciations are helpful! They are below and in the show notes on (select episode 326). Myrbetriq = meer-BEH-trick Meer, like a mirror BEH, like Belize (a country in Central America) Trick, like “Trick or Treat” Emphasize the middle syllable - BEH Sources: (1) , (2) , and (3)...
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10 Pod-Guesting Best Practices for First-Time Remote Podcast Interview Guests
Pharmacist's Voice
Today’s episode is about remote podcast interview best practices for first-time guests. Pharmacists, students, techs, professors, etc get invited to be on podcast interviews all the time. Want advice from an experienced podcast host (and guest) about being a first-time podcast guest? You need to listen to this episode! I have published almost 200 remote podcast interviews and been a guest on at least 10 remote podcast interviews since 2019. The FULL show notes (including all links) are on . Select episode 325. If you know someone who needs these best...
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How do you say liraglutide? (Pronunciation Series Episode 52)
Pharmacist's Voice
As we work our way through the alphabet from A to Z in my drug pronunciation series, we’re on the letter “L.” Disclaimer: we don’t cover pharmacology in this series. Just drug names. In this episode, I’ll divide liraglutide, Victoza, and Saxenda into syllables, tell you which syllables to emphasize, and share my sources. Written pronunciations are helpful, so you’ll find all three below and in the show notes for episode 324 on . Once you’ve listened to this episode, practice saying liraglutide, Victoza, and Saxenda. Repetition is the key to mastery. Thank you for...
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Pharmacist Podcasters Series Episode 10 with Rachel Gainsbrugh, PharmD
Pharmacist's Voice
Rachel Gainsbrugh, PharmD is the host of The Luxury Rental Doctor Show (Podcast). She is passionate about helping professionals create a life they don’t need a vacation from through AirBNB investing. Click the link to listen today! This is the 10th episode in the Pharmacist Podcasters Series. My guests and I talk about podcasting to inspire you to host a podcast, be a podcast guest, or use your voice in general. If you’re interested in podcasting, pod-guesting, or public speaking, you’ll like this episode. During our conversation, Dr. Rachel talks about how she started her...
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How do you say ketamine? (Pronunciation Series Episode 51)
Pharmacist's Voice
We continue working our way through the alphabet in my drug pronunciation series. We’re on the letter “K,” and today’s drug is ketamine. In this episode, I divide ketamine into syllables, tell you which syllable to emphasize, and share my sources. Written pronunciations are helpful, so look below for the written pronunciation. Once you’ve listened to this episode, practice saying ketamine. Repetition is the key to mastery. Ketamine = KEH-tuh-meen Keh, like keg Tuh, like tug And meen, as in, “Bullies are mean!” Emphasize KEH. ...
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Poison Prevention in Older Adults
Pharmacist's Voice
This is my annual Poison Prevention episode. The topic this year is Poison Prevention in Older Adults. My guests are poison prevention educators Angel Bivens, RPh (Maryland Poison Center) and Dr. Wendy Stephan (Florida Poison Information Center - Miami, Florida). National Poison Prevention Week (in the United States) is March 16-22, 2025. The theme is, “When the unexpected happens, Poison Help is here for you.” America’s Poison Centers and The Poison Help Line serve everyone in the US, especially vulnerable populations, like older adults. The Poison Help Line...
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How do you say Jantoven? (Pronunciation Series Episode 50)
Pharmacist's Voice
As we work our way through the alphabet from A to Z in my drug pronunciation series, we’re on the letter “J.” I wanted to pick a popular generic drug name that starts with “J” for today’s episode. It turns out that the letter “J” should be avoided in naming generic drugs, according to the United States Adopted Names Council. Therefore, there are very few generic drug names that start with the letter “J.” Instead, I chose a brand-name drug that starts with “J.” Thank you for listening to episode 320 of The Pharmacist’s Voice ® Podcast. The FULL show notes...
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Winter 2025 Update
Pharmacist's Voice
My seasonal updates give you an opportunity to get to know me better. Today, I’ll update you on my family, my business, my podcasts (both of them), and what I’ve been listening to, reading, watching, and playing over the winter (end of Nov 2024 to end of Feb 2025). Thank you for listening to episode 319 of The Pharmacist’s Voice ® Podcast! To read the FULL show notes, visit . Select episode 319. Subscribe to or follow to get each new episode delivered to your podcast player and YouTube every time a new one comes out! ...
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How do you say ipratropium? (Pronunciation Series Episode 49)
Pharmacist's Voice
As we work our way through the alphabet from A to Z in my drug pronunciation series, we’re on the letter “I.” If you struggle with drug names, you’re not alone. When I was in college, I said ipratropium wrong, so ipratropium is the drug name today. Recommend a drug name for the series via email: In this episode, I divide ipratropium into syllables, tell you which syllables to emphasize, and share my sources. The written pronunciation is below. Practice saying ipratropium until you master it. Ipratropium = IP ra TROE pee um Emphasize IP and TROE. TROE gets the...
info_outlineThis is episode 300! In today’s episode, I celebrate my podcasting milestone, share clips from old episodes, express gratitude, share 20 lessons learned, and talk about what’s next for The Pharmacist’s Voice Podcast.
If this is your first experience with The Pharmacist’s Voice Podcast, thank you for listening! My name is Kim Newlove, RPh. I’m a pharmacist by training, and I have experience in hospital, retail, compounding, and behavioral health. I’m not in clinical practice anymore. Among other things, I’m an author, a voice actor, and a podcast host. My website is https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com.
Thank you for listening to episode 300 of The Pharmacist’s Voice ® Podcast!
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Clips in this episode
- Episode 1
- Episode 100 (oops version)
- Episode 100 (redo version)
- Episode 200
Thank-yous
- Thank you God for unanswered prayers. Instead of the 30-year career in a traditional pharmacist role I aimed for, I got an interesting, non-traditional career that includes podcasting.
- Supportive friends and family, especially to my husband Nathan and my two sons.
- Dave Jackson for teaching me about podcasting and continuing to coach me (5 years and still going strong). To learn more about Dave, visit www.schoolofpodcasting.com.
- Don Baarns, my audio engineering mentor
- My audience. The Pharmacist’s Voice Podcast has tens of thousands of downloads in more than 60 countries (in the last 30 days). Thank you for listening!
- Guests. This podcast has about 50% interview shows or panel discussions. Our conversations inspire my audience. Thank you for being guests!
Lessons learned
- Vocal confidence
- Better microphone choices
- Better microphone positioning
- Comfort, confidence, and skill with in-person podcasting
- Experience hiring a podcast editor. (Thank you, Engin Hassan.)
- I closed the gap (reference to Episode 83 with Sean Pratt)
- I can laugh at myself.
- Vocally and audio engineering-wise, I have improved tremendously
- Production schedules are important.
- I am coachable, and I can confidently coach others about podcasting.
- I need a “guest sign-up form” on my website.
- Otter.ai is helpful for show notes.
- Being able to copy a link to an episode and paste it into an email saves me time.
- It takes years to earn a reputation as a podcaster.
- Focusing on single topics feels right to me.
- I enjoy writing.
- 300 episodes helped me learn what I like to do and what I don’t like to do.
- If I had to pick between VO (voiceover jobs) and podcasting, I’d pick podcasting.
- I got my 300th follower on YouTube this week.
- Life is short.
What’s next?
- The next hundred episodes…ETA Fall 2026
- Newsletters for the podcast (LinkedIn and email)
- Coaching new pharmacist podcasters. I am offering a webinar on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 8 PM Eastern for anyone interested in starting a podcast.
- In 2025, I will be pitching pharmacy organizations to hire me to run their podcasts at conferences. I don’t have to be on the mic. I can record a host of their choosing.
If you know someone who interested in starting a podcast or hiring me to help their organization with podcasting, please share this episode with them. Please subscribe/follow The Pharmacist’s Voice ® Podcast on your favorite podcast player and YouTube to get each new episode right when it comes out.
Links from today’s episode
The Pharmacist’s Voice Podcast Episode 1
The Pharmacist’s Voice Podcast Episode 100
The Pharmacist’s Voice Podcast Episode 200
Episode 83 with Sean Pratt, non-fiction audiobook narration coach
The Perrysburg Podcast https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com
Samson Q2U microphone https://bit.ly/48g7arQ (not an affiliate link 10-17-2024)
ShureSM7B microphone https://bit.ly/3A1uJrE (not an affiliate link 10-17-2024)
Cloud Lifter https://bit.ly/3Y564KG (no an affiliate link 10-17-2024)
Dave Jackson https://schoolofpodcasting.com/
Don Baarns https://redbaarnsaudio.com/
Kim’s websites and social media links:
✅Business website https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com
✅The Pharmacist’s Voice ® Podcast https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com/podcast
✅Pronounce Drug Names Like a Pro © Online Course https://www.kimnewlove.com
✅FREE eBook/audiobook combo https://www.kimnewlove.com/podcasting
✅Podcasting Online Course https://www.kimnewlove.com/podcasting
✅Private Podcasting Coaching or Consulting https://www.kimnewlove.com/private-coaching
✅LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnewlove
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✅YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA3UyhNBi9CCqIMP8t1wRZQ
✅ACX (Audiobook Narrator Profile) https://www.acx.com/narrator?p=A10FSORRTANJ4Z
Thank you for listening to episode 300 of The Pharmacist’s Voice ® Podcast. If you know someone who would like this episode, please share it with them!