Rephonic
Artwork for A pinch of salt

A pinch of salt - A podcast by ERA

European Renal Association
Chronic Kidney Disease
Nephrology
Kidney Disease
Peritoneal Dialysis
Iga Nephropathy
Proteinuria
Imlifidase
Renal Transplantation
Artificial Intelligence
Onconephrology
ANCA Vasculitis
Intradialytic Hypotension
Anca-Associated Vasculitis
Dialysis
European Renal Association
Obesity
SGLT2 Inhibitors
Transplantation
Conservative Care
Tubular Interstitial Nephritis

A pinch of salt is the official ERA podcast dedicated to nephrology.Each month, we'll release three episodes with nephrologists and other physicians discuss advances in clinical practice and renal medicine.

Hosts: Andrej Skoberne and George Kosmadakis

PublishesDailyEpisodes132Founded2 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
MedicineHealth & Fitness

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for A pinch of salt

Latest Episodes

This is “A pinch of salt” live from the 63rd ERA Congress! Recorded straight out of a packed Clyde Plenary Room: six trials, ninety minutes! Hugo Diniz, the new podcast host, brings you rapid-fire expert commentary with two titans of European nephrol... more

Are we all about to be replaced by chatbots? Probably not — but is there a risk of Gen-AI acute tubular necrosis for those who don't adapt? Hugo Diniz is joined by Wisit Cheungpasitporn to demystify what generative AI can actually do, expose what it ... more

For decades, treating IgA nephropathy meant looking thoughtful while saying "let's optimise supportive care and monitor closely." Not anymore. We've gone from one road to a full therapeutic roundabout, and nobody wants the wrong exit. Hugo Diniz welc... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

GN in Ten
GN in TenInternational Society of Glomerular Disease
The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast
The Curbsiders Internal Medicine PodcastThe Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast
NEJM This Week
NEJM This WeekNEJM Group

Recent Guests

Wisit Cheungpasitporn
Board-certified nephrology consultant; AI content lead course director at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine; ASN Steering Committee for Responsible AI
Mayo Clinic
Episode: #77 Generative AI for the busy nephrologist: adapt or perish? with Wisit Cheungpasitporn
Vlado Perkovic
Professor, nephrologist and clinical trialist
University of New South Wales, Sydney
Episode: #78 B-cell therapy in IgA Nephropathy: worth the hype? with Vlado Perkovic
Danilo Fliser
Professor of medicine, directs Internal Medicine 4 at Sarlan University Medical Center; ERA renal science chair (2018-2025)
Sarlan University Medical Center / ERA
Episode: #76 Late Breakers, LIVE from Glasgow, with Alberto Ortiz and Danilo Fliser
Wissett-Shang Pusitporn
Professor, Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic
Episode: Trailer Late Breakers, LIVE from Glasgow, Generative AI for the busy nephrologist: adapt or perish? and B-cell therapy in IgA Nephropathy: worth the hype?
Vlado Perkovich
Professor, nephrology
Episode: Trailer Late Breakers, LIVE from Glasgow, Generative AI for the busy nephrologist: adapt or perish? and B-cell therapy in IgA Nephropathy: worth the hype?
Peter Stenvinkel
Professor of inflammation and aging in CKD
Karolinska Institutet, Sweden
Episode: #74 Inflammation and Aging in CKD – From Translational Basics to Clinical Practice, with Peter Stenvinkel
Amy Waterman
Director of Patient Engagement at a major Transplant Center in the US
Houston Methodist Hospital
Episode: #75 What is narrative-based medicine? with Amy Waterman
Maria Jose Soler Romeo
Professor, Nephrology
Hospital de Hebron, Barcelona, Spain
Episode: #73 Inhibition of Aldosterone Synthase and MRAs in Nephrology, with Maria Jose Soler Romeo
Peter Stelvinkel
Professor (guest), nephrology expert
Episode: Trailer Inhibition of Aldosterone Synthase and MRAs in Nephrology, Inflammation and Aging in CKD – From Translational Basics to Clinical Practice, What is narrative-based medicine?

Hosts

George Kosmadakis
Host of the podcast and related nephrology program; affiliation with ERA (European Renal Association).
Andrej Skoberne
Co-hosts the show; involved in nephrology-related discussions and ERA initiatives.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#77 Generative AI for the busy nephrologist: adapt or perish? with Wisit Cheungpasitporn
Q: How should clinicians approach data privacy and institutional policy when adopting AI?
Clinicians should follow their institution's AI policy, use enterprise-grade tools with compliant data handling, avoid exposing patient data to public models, and disclose AI assistance in publications and communications to maintain transparency and trust.
#77 Generative AI for the busy nephrologist: adapt or perish? with Wisit Cheungpasitporn
Q: What is a simple, low-risk use of AI that a busy nephrologist could start with today?
Clinical note drafting and patient education are high-impact, low-risk entry points where AI can structure input points, improve clarity, and reduce administrative burden, provided there is human review and compliance with privacy policies.
#77 Generative AI for the busy nephrologist: adapt or perish? with Wisit Cheungpasitporn
Q: What exactly is generative AI and how is it different from previous predictive models?
Generative AI creates new content and can synthesize, summarize, and reason across data types, shifting the value from predicting outcomes to explaining processes and supporting clinical reasoning, while still requiring human oversight.
#73 Inhibition of Aldosterone Synthase and MRAs in Nephrology, with Maria Jose Soler Romeo
Q: Why is aldosterone such a central player in CKD progression and cardiovascular complications?
Aldosterone acts beyond sodium balance by promoting inflammation, oxidative stress, and fibrosis in both kidney and cardiovascular tissues, linking kidney disease to cardiovascular risk and driving progression.
#70 How to tackle PD complications? with Sana F. Khan
Q: What are practical management steps for catheter-related leaks?
Positioning (supine), low-volume dwells, and sometimes scrotal elevation for male patients; for more persistent leaks, considering a temporary PD break with medical management and infection prophylaxis.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About A pinch of salt

What is A pinch of salt about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A high-value nephrology-focused series that features clinicians, researchers, and transplant specialists debating practical advances in kidney care. Episodes cover CKD inflammation and aging, aldosterone pathway therapies, narrative-based medicine in nephrology, peritoneal dialysis uptake, liquid biopsies and AI in transplantation, vascular access, sarcopenia and frailty in CKD, and ICU adsorption techniques. The show emphasizes actionable clinical guidance, real-world workflow improvements, and emerging diagnostics and therapies, often tying together lifestyle factors, patient engagement, and multidisciplinary care. Noteworthy elements include a penchant for translational insights, practical toolbox-style discussions, and a willingness to ... more

Where can I find podcast stats for A pinch of salt?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for A pinch of salt. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to A pinch of salt and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does A pinch of salt get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for A pinch of salt, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for A pinch of salt?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for A pinch of salt, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does A pinch of salt have?

To see how many followers or subscribers A pinch of salt has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to A pinch of salt?

These podcasts share a similar audience with A pinch of salt:

1. GN in Ten
2. KDIGO Conversations in Nephrology
3. The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast
4. NEJM This Week
5. JAMA Clinical Reviews

How many episodes of A pinch of salt are there?

A pinch of salt launched 2 years ago and published 132 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact A pinch of salt?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for A pinch of salt?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for A pinch of salt from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for A pinch of salt?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of A pinch of salt. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on A pinch of salt?

Recent guests on A pinch of salt include:

1. Wisit Cheungpasitporn
2. Vlado Perkovic
3. Danilo Fliser
4. Wissett-Shang Pusitporn
5. Vlado Perkovich
6. Peter Stenvinkel
7. Amy Waterman
8. Maria Jose Soler Romeo

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days