Beyond Clean Podcast

Sterile Processing

Infection Prevention

Patient Safety

Healthcare

Infection Control

Medical Device Reprocessing

Steam Sterilization

Water Quality

Surgical Instruments

Decontamination

Quality Assurance

Operating Room

Healthcare Storage

Endoscope Reprocessing

Ambulatory Surgical Centers

Ergonomics

Operating Room Efficiency

Ambulatory Surgery Centers

Water Quality Management

Steam Sterilizers

Even though their tools and equipment touch nearly every surgical patient in the world, how much do you really know about the people, processes, and products used in the Sterile Processing industry? Beyond Clean offers a creative look into the inner workings of a healthcare industry surrounded by challenges, disrupted by change, and committed to getting it right -- every instrument, every time. Th... more

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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	990	Founded	9 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Life SciencesScience

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Latest Episodes

Season 22 Rewind - Passing the Clean Test? The Variables of Verification

We're gearing up for an all-new season of Beyond Clean! Until then, we're bringing some of our Season 22 favorites back to your feed. Enjoy!

Clean? Really Clean? Just a Dream? What does "Clean" even mean? Join us for this week's new release from Se... more

7 Sep 2026 • 36 min • Popular

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Season 22 Rewind - What Does a Bowie Dick Do?: A Deep Dive on Air vs. Sterilization

We're gearing up for an all-new season of Beyond Clean! Until then, we're bringing some of our Season 22 favorites back to your feed. Enjoy!

How well do you really know the Bowie Dick test? Join Don Tumminelli as he kicks off our Season 22 premiere... more

31 Aug 2026 • 32 min • Most popular

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Built Different - Credit(s) Where It's Due: How Educational Programs Become CE-Approved

You press play, pass the quiz, and add another CE to your collection. But have you ever wondered what it takes for that education to become CE-approved in the first place? In this Season 33 finale episode, Bobby and Jason are turning the mic to Beyon... more

24 Aug 2026 • 35 min

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Built Different - Built to Last: The Value of Physical Training for the SPD Professional

Sore feet? Aching knees? Tight shoulders? If you work in SPD, you probably just checked at least one of these boxes. In this week's episode of "Built Different: Training in SPD," Bobby and Jason connect with SPD professional and competitive bodybuild... more

17 Aug 2026 • 35 min

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Recent Guests

Don Tumminelli

Senior Technical Manager of Client Services at High Power Validation Testing and Lab Services

High Power Validation Testing and Lab Services

Episode: Season 22 Rewind - What Does a Bowie Dick Do?: A Deep Dive on Air vs. Sterilization

Ashley Thompson

Sterile Processing Leader, New Hampshire HSPA Chapter President

New Hampshire HSPA

Episode: Built Different - Level Up: Developing Your SPD Team Through Gamification

Jhmeid Billingslea

Executive Director of Surgical Services Strategy and Performance at Advantage; educator and consultant in SPD/OR spaces

Advantage

Episode: Built Different - Same Page, Every Shift: The Case for Standardization in SPD

Tanya Cambise

Allied Health Educational Specialist

Presbyterian Health Care Services

Episode: Built Different - Checking a Box, or Checking a Skill? The Truth about Annual Competencies

Jeremy Bernier

Manager of Sterile Processing

Sterile Processing Department, Vermont facility

Episode: Built Different - Beyond the Binder: Tracking Competencies with Technology

Veronica Martinez

Sterile Processing Program Coordinator at Mountainland Technical College

Mountainland Technical College

Episode: Built Different - Cap and Gown (and Gloves): SPD Collegiate Programs

Jason Minutillo

Regional Director of Sterile Processing and High-Level Disinfection for Common Spirit, Mountain Region

Common Spirit

Episode: Built Different - Competent to Lead: Building Leaders Before Building Teams

Concepcion Class Ballejo

Regional Manager of Sterile Processing for Common Spirit, Mountain Region

Common Spirit

Episode: Built Different - Competent to Lead: Building Leaders Before Building Teams

Osama Alsadawi

Assistant Chief of Sterile Processing and Beyond Clean Advisory Group member

Sterile Processing/Beyond Clean

Episode: Season 21 Rewind - The SPD Mind Map: Seeing the Data All Around You

Hosts

Bobby Parker

Host with deep involvement in SPD education and advocacy, frequently presenting industry insights.

Jason Minutillo

Co-host and regional SPD leadership expert, focuses on leadership development and program management.

Justin Poole

Host with industry ties, often covers SPD operations and product discussions.

Hank Balch

Co-host and longtime speaker on SPD workflows, standards, and technology adoption.

Jamie Amaya

Co-host of the season, brings practical field insights and vendor-education perspectives.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 133 ratings

Fighting dirty, is a job that's worthy!
Love this podcasts it's my go to SPD podcast great job team let's goooo
Apple Podcasts
5
Bill Rish
United Statesa year ago
Great for SPD
Hank and his staff are putting into this podcast over and above the dissemination of information all things SPD. Great job supporting the underserved profession of sterile processing in the healthcare environment. Check out their YouTube channel,Instagram, Twitter, etc.
Apple Podcasts
5
biermonie
United States3 years ago
Great information
There is amazing topics in hand podcast - listen all the time
Apple Podcasts
5
snobbybear
United States5 years ago
Great for SPD
Hank and his staff are putting into this podcast over and above the dissemination of information all things SPD. Great job supporting the underserved profession of sterile processing in the healthcare enviroment.
Apple Podcasts
5
biermonie
United States5 years ago
I listened for CEUs to maintain my certifications and stayed for professional development lessons. Now I'm hooked on Beyond Clean and more interested in this career than ever before!
Audible
5
Loso Sobe
United States5 years ago

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The content is viewed as a valuable resource for staying current on standards, education, and technology in sterile processing.

Guests and hosts are consistently described as knowledgeable and engaging, delivering deep dives without heavy sales pitches.

Listeners praise the show for practical, actionable SPD guidance and leadership focus.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts	#71	United States/Science/Life Sciences
Apple Podcasts	#137	Canada/Science/Life Sciences
Apple Podcasts	#119	Australia/Science/Life Sciences
Apple Podcasts	#27	Philippines/Science/Life Sciences
Apple Podcasts	#55	Singapore/Science/Life Sciences
Apple Podcasts	#79	Sweden/Science/Life Sciences

Talking Points

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Season 22 Rewind - What Does a Bowie Dick Do?: A Deep Dive on Air vs. Sterilization

Q: What are the consequences of exceeding the four-minute limit during the test, and is there any risk in leaving the test pack in the chamber after the cycle?

Exceeding four minutes can over-penetrate the pack, causing the indicator to continue changing color and potentially misrepresent the sterilizer's air removal performance; leaving the test in the chamber briefly after the cycle is unlikely to cause harm, but prolonged stay offers diminishing relevance as the chamber returns to ambient conditions.

Season 22 Rewind - What Does a Bowie Dick Do?: A Deep Dive on Air vs. Sterilization

Q: What exactly is the Bowie-Dick test and why is it performed each day?

The Bowie-Dick test is a chemical-indicator based diagnostic that evaluates the sterilizer's ability to remove air from the chamber during the pre-vacuum cycle; it's run daily to ensure consistent air removal and to validate the process before processing any instruments.

Built Different - Level Up: Developing Your SPD Team Through Gamification

Q: What was the onboarding experience like for your team, and how did you handle resistance or skepticism?

Some team members needed to see initial results first, but by inviting input, offering autonomy, and aligning prizes with diverse motivators, most began to participate and eventually bought into the system.

Built Different - Level Up: Developing Your SPD Team Through Gamification

Q: Why did you decide to tell your story at this stage and what did you want the audience to take away about gamification in SPD?

The aim was to show that gamification can coexist with strong patient safety and quality, and that culture is the real lever; engagement, education, and certification progress can all improve when people feel seen and supported.

Built Different - Beyond the Binder: Tracking Competencies with Technology

Q: What does a practical path toward digitizing competencies look like for a facility still heavy on paper?

Begin with one area, ensure workflows reflect competencies, and progressively integrate education and audits to support hands-on skills without abandoning safety and accuracy.

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A practitioner-focused show exploring the inner workings of sterile processing, manufacturing, and hospital operations. Across episodes, listeners hear from SPD leaders, educators, and technology providers who discuss standardization, competency programs, digital tracking, leadership development, and data-driven decision making. The format blends practical how-tos with real-world case studies—from gamification and culture change to vendor-managed inventory and data analytics—delivering actionable insights for frontline staff, managers, and administrators aiming to improve safety, efficiency, and patient outcomes. Noteworthy angles include a strong emphasis on education and leadership pathways, the integration of new technologies into daily ... more

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