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Bloodworks 101

Bloodworks Northwest
Blood Donation
Bloodworks Northwest
Cancer
Community Engagement
Platelets
Music
Cancer Treatment
University Of Washington
Platelet Donation
Artificial Blood
Australia
Mental Health
Community Service
Healthcare
Israel
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Sickle Cell Disease
Seattle
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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In the last five years, Bloodworks 101 has published more than 250 episodes. It's been downloaded more than 37,000 times. We've won six coveted Anthem Awards, beating out more than 2,000 e... more

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In the last five years, Bloodworks 101 has published more than 250 episodes. It's been downloaded more than 37,000 times. We've won six coveted Anthem Awards, beating out more than 2,000 e... more

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In the last five years, Bloodworks 101 has published more than 250 episodes. It's been downloaded more than 37,000 times. We've won six coveted Anthem Awards, beating out more than 2,000 e... more

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Recent Guests

Maria Reyes
City Councilor of Tualatin, a survivor of multiple gunshot wounds who advocates for blood donation.
City of Tualatin
Episode: ENCORE: "An Official Proclamation: Maria Reyes"
Ben Dudley
Executive director of Free Guitars for Kids
Free Guitars for Kids
Episode: "I Feel Like Santa Claus All Year Long" - Ben Dudley: Free Guitars for Kids (S7 E12)
Madi Johnson
Community Engagement Liaison at Bloodworks Northwest and type one diabetes advocate
Bloodworks Northwest
Episode: "Be Silly" - Madi Johnson, Diabetes, and Blood Donation (S7 E10)
Mark Klebeck
Co-founder of Top Pot Doughnuts and musician in King of Hawaii
Top Pot Doughnuts
Episode: "Music's in His Blood" - Mark Klebeck Top Pot Doughnuts (S7 E9)
Sam Sitzman
Electrical engineer and dedicated blood donor
Episode: Practice makes perfect — Sam Sitzman (S7 E5)
Alexes Harris
Professor of Sociology and Chair of American Ethnic Studies at the University of Washington
University of Washington
Episode: "We Give Blood Drive" - Prof. Alexes Harris University of Washington (S7 E1)
Mike Berlin
Marketer and blood donor who shares his personal story of blood and bone marrow donation.
Episode: ENCORE EDITION “I Think about the Goldfish” - Mike Burlin
David Berlin
Mike's father, who battled acute lymphoblastic leukemia and received a bone marrow donation from Mike.
Episode: ENCORE EDITION “I Think about the Goldfish” - Mike Burlin
Sharon Sferrazza
Platelet donor and dog owner
Episode: ENCORE EDITION "Give Blood Rescue a Human" Sharon Sferraza

Hosts

John Yeager
Host of Bloodworks 101; Emmy-winning producer with a focus on storytelling and donor advocacy
Helen Pitlick
Host of Bloodworks 101; co-podcast team member focusing on outreach and narrative

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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 💛💛💛💛👍

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

    Especially during platelet donations 💛💛💛💛💛💛💛

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    platelet Gina
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners highlight uplifting humanitarian stories and actionable donor information.
Some episodes feel deeply educational and technically informative, which helps sponsors reach a mission-driven crowd.
Audiences appreciate guest expertise and personal anecdotes that connect donation to real-world impact.

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"I Feel Like Santa Claus All Year Long" - Ben Dudley: Free Guitars for Kids (S7 E12)
Q: So how did you get involved with Music's in Our Blood and Bloodworks?
Bloodworks Northwest reached out about the campaign, and after some reflection, Dudley realized the connection between music and the importance of giving blood.
"I Feel Like Santa Claus All Year Long" - Ben Dudley: Free Guitars for Kids (S7 E12)
Q: And what got you started doing this?
The origin story involves a friend starting a similar nonprofit for bikes, which led to the idea of giving guitars based on a discussion about the decline of music in schools.
"The Sticker Man" - Al Whitney Super Platelet Donor (S7 E6)
Q: What's your message for people?
Take an hour of your time and donate blood.
"The Sticker Man" - Al Whitney Super Platelet Donor (S7 E6)
Q: What keeps you going?
Knowing that there's somebody I can affect, maybe help them live.
"The Sticker Man" - Al Whitney Super Platelet Donor (S7 E6)
Q: So, Al, tell me who you are and what you do.
I'm Al Whitney. I'm retired.

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This weekly series centers on blood donation, donor stories, medical research, and the broader healthcare ecosystem around blood banks. Episodes span policy developments, breakthrough research like artificial blood, donor eligibility, and community outreach that ties philanthropy to everyday health. A distinctive thread runs through interviews with clinicians, researchers, donors, and local business leaders who partner on campaigns to boost donations and awareness. The format blends human-interest storytelling with practical insights for donors, healthcare professionals, and sponsors, making it a strong venue for education, advocacy, and mission-aligned sponsorships.

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Recent guests on Bloodworks 101 include:

1. Maria Reyes
2. Ben Dudley
3. Madi Johnson
4. Mark Klebeck
5. Sam Sitzman
6. Alexes Harris
7. Mike Berlin
8. David Berlin

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