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Lab Rats to Unicorns

John Flavin
Cancer
Food and Drug Administration
Atlanta, United States
Agetech
Immune Tolerance
Artificial Intelligence
CRISPR
FDA
Utah
Portal Innovations
Longevity
Storytelling
Navy Seals
Life Sciences
Regulatory T Cells
Biotechnology
Johns Hopkins University
LB Pharmaceuticals
Arthroba
Multiple Myeloma

Lab Rats to Unicorns is a podcast that aims to demystify the process of creating a great company in life sciences. Under the guidance of our host, John Flavin, you will hear personal stories of creation, be able to understand how great companies are created, and get insights into the many ways that you as an individual can engage in the creation of tomorrow’s life science companies. From the lab r... more

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In this episode of Lab Rats to Unicorns, John Flavin sits down with Andy Robertson, executive director of BioHive Utah and a longtime leader in medical devices, diagnostics, commercialization, and life sciences ecosystem development. Over nearly thre... more

In this episode of Lab Rats to Unicorns, John Flavin sits down with Luke Timmerman, founder of the Timmerman Report and one of biotechnology’s most respected journalists and storytellers. For more than 25 years, Luke has chronicled the scientists, en... more

In this episode of Lab Rats to Unicorns, John Flavin sits down with Dr. Richard Pazdur, one of the most influential figures in modern oncology and cancer drug development. As the founding director of the FDA's Oncology Center of Excellence and former... more

In this episode of Lab Rats to Unicorns, John Flavin sits down with Dr. Tejal Desai, Sorensen Family Dean of Engineering at Brown University and a nationally recognized leader in biomedical engineering, tissue engineering, and translational medicine.... more

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Recent Guests

Andy Robertson
Executive Director, BioHive Utah
BioHive Utah
Episode: The Beehive State’s Biotech Boom with Andy Robertson_e.089
Luke Timmerman
Founder of the Timmerman Report; journalist and author
Timmerman Report
Episode: Headlines to New Heights with Luke Timmerman_e.088
Richard Pazdur
Medical oncologist; former director of the FDA's Oncology Center for Excellence
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Episode: The FDA's Cancer Revolution with Richard Pazdur_e.087
Tejal Desai
Sorensen Family Dean of Engineering at Brown University; leader in biomedical engineering, nanotechnology, and translational medicine
Brown University
Episode: Where Engineering Meets Medicine with Tejal Desai_e.086
Heather Turner
CEO of LB Pharmaceuticals
LB Pharmaceuticals
Episode: The CEO Playbook for Biotech Growth with Heather Turner_e.085
David Gunnarsson
Chief Business Development Officer at Bluefors
Bluefors
Episode: Powering the Quantum Revolution with David Gunnarsson_e.084
Trevor Martin
Co-founder and CEO of Mammoth Biosciences
Mammoth Biosciences
Episode: CRISPR Discovery & Curative Medicine with Trevor Martin_e.083
Gene Robinson
Professor of entomology and CEO of Discovery Partners Institute
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Discovery Partners Institute
Episode: From Honeybees to Human Behavior with Gene Robinson_e.082
Robert Califf
Physician, scientist, former FDA Commissioner
U.S. FDA (former)
Episode: Science, Policy & the FDA with Robert Califf_e.081

Host

John Flavin
Host of Lab Rats to Unicorns

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Excellent interviews of leaders in bioscience

    Really enjoyed this new podcast. John makes it easy to understand the science and startup process. Those interviewed are dynamic and share interesting lessons learned.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    joconnor2009
    United States5 years ago

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Deep dives with biotech leaders and investors offer practical startup lessons.
Guests are dynamic and bring diverse perspectives on commercialization.
High-quality storytelling around biotech entrepreneurship.
Host makes complex science accessible and actionable.

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Headlines to New Heights with Luke Timmerman_e.088
Q: What role does journalism play in biotech innovation and policy, in your view?
He argues journalism should be independent, provide a platform for diverse ideas, facilitate civilized debate, and help readers and decision-makers understand complex biotech developments without propaganda.
Headlines to New Heights with Luke Timmerman_e.088
Q: Can you share the genesis and impact of the Timmerman Traverse fundraising efforts?
Luke describes how mountaineering ascents like Everest and Kilimanjaro became catalysts for fundraising, raising substantial sums for cancer research at Fred Hutch and fostering a community around philanthropy and science.
Headlines to New Heights with Luke Timmerman_e.088
Q: What drives your storytelling approach in biotech, and how do you translate complex science for readers?
He emphasizes enthusiasm for journalism as a craft, the goal of translating arcane biotech topics into plain English, and using a mix of reporting, editing, guest editorials, and podcasts to reach a diverse audience.
The FDA's Cancer Revolution with Richard Pazdur_e.087
Q: What lessons do you have for the next generation of leaders in health sciences given the global landscape?
Lead with vision and people, embrace collaboration over top-down control, and push for pragmatic trials and streamlined data requirements to accelerate patient access while prioritizing safety and meaningful outcomes.
The FDA's Cancer Revolution with Richard Pazdur_e.087
Q: How do you see AI changing the work at the FDA and in drug discovery?
AI is expected to streamline reviews, enable deeper data analysis, and help tailor therapies by understanding why some patients respond better than others, while preserving focus on essential data.

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What is Lab Rats to Unicorns about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on the practicalities of building life sciences companies, with in-depth conversations that blend science, entrepreneurship, and real-world startup dynamics. Episodes frequently explore how researchers transition from bench to business, how fundraising and investor dynamics shape company strategy, and how regulatory and clinical pathways influence product development. Notable threads include long-horizon biotech platforms, the challenges of translating cutting-edge science into scalable ventures, and leadership lessons drawn from founders, investors, and policy experts. A standout aspect is the host's ability to surface actionable insights from diverse experts—ranging from CRISPR pioneers to university tech-transfer leader... more

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7. Trevor Martin
8. Gene Robinson

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