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Bloodworks 101

Bloodworks Northwest
Blood Donation
Bloodworks Northwest
Cancer
Community Engagement
Seattle
Platelets
Music
Cancer Treatment
University Of Washington
Platelet Donation
Australia
Artificial Blood
Mental Health
Community Service
Healthcare
Israel
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Sickle Cell Disease
Surgery
Osteosarcoma

Started in 2020, Bloodworks 101 is an Anthem Award-winning, weekly podcast produced by Bloodworks Northwest, a Seattle-based blood bank and research center. It is the nation’s only regularly scheduled podcast in the blood banking industry. Episodes are designed to inspire and educate listeners to donate time, money or blood. On Bloodworks 101 you'll meet experts who can discuss everything from the... more

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On Sunday, July 26th, 2026, three people were killed and more than four people were injured in a shooting at the Seattle Center during the Bite of Seattle food and music festival. Many in ... more

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We say "One More Time" a lot. The expression "One More Time" can apply to many things in life. Here in Seattle, if you're a football fan, you'd probably like the Seahawks to win the Super ... more

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Tash Haynes is a storyteller and content creator based here in the Puget Sound Area. Tash says she loves to share people's stories but as Bloodworks 101 Producer John Yeager found out, it'... more

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Bloodworks partners with The Residency on Where the Heart Lives, a free one-hour hip-hop show for high school and college students that makes blood donation more approachable. If you’ve se... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Laura Marie Rivera
Founder of Intuitionship; researcher on motherhood and leadership
Intuitionship
Episode: "Almost a statistic" β€” Dr. Laura Marie Rivera (S7 E34)
Harry Thomas
Vice President of Marketing and Community Engagement at Bloodworks Northwest
Bloodworks Northwest
Episode: Urgent: Bloodworks issues Code Red
Chris Harrison
Community Engagement Liaison for Bloodworks Northwest
Bloodworks Northwest
Episode: "We have to keep dancing" β€” Remembering the Pulse Nightclub shooting (S7 E33)
Steve Edmiston
Lawyer with a long history of local storytelling and volunteer work; cancer survivor and transplant recipient
Independent, Des Moines, WA area history projects
Episode: "Just like in science fiction" β€” Steve Edmiston (S7 E32)
Kyle Boynton
Senior Product Strategy Manager at Bloodworks Northwest
Bloodworks Northwest
Episode: "Soccer is a big deal" β€” Kyle Boynton and the World Cup (S7 E31)
Jeremy Tanner
Supervisor with donor services at Bloodworks
Bloodworks Northwest
Episode: ENCORE: "The New Puyallup Donor Center - Jeremy Tanner"
Kirsten Alcorn
Co-Chief Medical Officer
Bloodworks Northwest
Episode: 100 Deadliest Days Dr. Kirsten Alcorn (S7 E30)
Suchi Pandey
Medical director at Stanford Blood Center
Stanford Blood Center
Episode: "Ahead of the Curve" β€” Stanford Blood Center and Super Bowl LX (S7 E30)
Jen Bennett
Marketing and communications director
Stanford Blood Center
Episode: "Ahead of the Curve" β€” Stanford Blood Center and Super Bowl LX (S7 E30)

Hosts

Helen Pitlick
Co-host of Bloodworks 101
John Yeager
Host of Bloodworks 101

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Very Wholesome Message

    As a frequent blood donor, I listen to this podcast because it gives me a boost. People's lives are changed for the better because of these good actions. The stories make it more real to me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joeycalves
    United States2 years ago
  • Planning to binge listen

    Especially during platelet donations πŸ’›πŸ’›πŸ’›πŸ’›πŸ‘

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    platelet Granny
    United States3 years ago
  • Planning to binge watch

    Especially during platelet donations πŸ’›πŸ’›πŸ’›πŸ’›πŸ’›πŸ’›πŸ’›

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    platelet Gina
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners praise hopeful, life-affirming stories that highlight donor impact
Crowd-pleasing donor stories and practical logistics content are common strengths
Episodes are described as wholesome and inspiring, often mentioning platelet donations as a motivating factor
Fans value the actionable calls-to-action for donating and volunteering

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"Almost a statistic" β€” Dr. Laura Marie Rivera (S7 E34)
Q: Let's just dive into it. Let's start off with who are you and what do you do?
I am Dr. Laura Marie Rivera, founder of Intuitionship, focusing on recognizing mothers as leaders, and my work centers on motherhood and leadership, drawing on my research and experiences as a mother with four children and a physician-influenced perspective.
Urgent: Bloodworks issues Code Red
Q: And how do we prevent future Code Red events?
By making donation a habit, encouraging regular donors to give one more time per year, and launching programs like the Donor Rewards Club to incentivize ongoing participation.
Urgent: Bloodworks issues Code Red
Q: Can you tell me a little bit more about the current situation?
Supply is dangerously low due to seasonal declines, higher usage in hospitals, and an influx of visitors during events like the World Cup, requiring mass coordination to prevent critical shortages.
Urgent: Bloodworks issues Code Red
Q: But what does a Code Red mean?
It signals a serious blood emergency and serves to rally the community to help restore the supply, prioritizing urgent needs and mobilizing donors and centers nationwide.
"We have to keep dancing" β€” Remembering the Pulse Nightclub shooting (S7 E33)
Q: Tell me who you are and what you do.
Chris Harrison explains his role as Community Engagement Liaison for Bloodworks Northwest and how his work connects local communities to blood donation opportunities.

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Bloodworks 101 centers on real-world impact of blood donation, weaving donor stories, logistical operations, and emergency preparedness around major events and everyday hospital needs. Episodes frequently explore how large sports moments, university partnerships, and community outreach affect blood supply, with deep dives into patient journeys, donor psychology, and practical ways listeners can contribute (donate, volunteer, or support donation networks). Notable strengths include high-velocity storytelling that blends personal narratives with operational insight, a strong focus on community engagement, and guest diversity spanning medical leadership, front-line staff, and passionate donors. This mix makes it especially helpful for prospect... more

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Recent guests on Bloodworks 101 include:

1. Dr. Laura Marie Rivera
2. Harry Thomas
3. Chris Harrison
4. Steve Edmiston
5. Kyle Boynton
6. Jeremy Tanner
7. Kirsten Alcorn
8. Suchi Pandey

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