Breakthrough Women in Science & Medicine Podcast

The Breakthrough Women in Science & Medicine biography series on PBS showcases breakthrough women across multiple industries to spark interest, dialogue, and contribute to the advancement of women in STEM + Arts = STEAM fields. Their impact and contributions need to be celebrated, documented, and promoted on a national level. This podcast discusses the important takeaway messages delivered on each Breakthrough Women TV episode. The conversation typically centers around addressing complex topics discussed in each episode and celebrating the impact of these inspiring women.

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Episodes

Jan 16, 2026

12 min

This conversation discusses the content development, audience targeting, and distribution strategy for the Breakthrough Women series.

Jan 16, 2026

12 min

Aug 22, 2025

15 min

Duke Cancer Center's Carey Anders, MD, along with other leading medical experts, discuss the need for women to fully understand their breast density score and secondary screening options. The experts also address the growing clinical data surrounding MRI imaging of the brain for metastatic breast cancer patients like Carrie Lyn Lawrence, whose life we celebrate in this episode.

Aug 22, 2025

15 min

Jul 16, 2025

14 min

This Breakthrough Women in Science & Medicine episode features Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford and other leading obesity experts to address common misconceptions surrounding obesity and weight loss. This episode also uncovers the role of genetics and the most effective treatment options available today.

Jul 16, 2025

14 min

Dec 16, 2024

26 min

The story of a two-time cancer survivor, Lillie D. Shockney, who has dedicated her life to breaking down barriers and building new opportunities to improve the medical, physical, and emotional care given to breast cancer patients.

Dec 16, 2024

26 min

Dec 12, 2024

27 min


This Breakthrough Women in Science and Medicine episode features Dr. Rachel Brem and addresses dense breast tissue, the role of mammography, and the need for secondary screening for women with dense tissue.

Dec 12, 2024

27 min

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