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PharmaSource Podcast

Life Science Networks
Sustainability
CDMO
AI Technology
Oncology Products
Digital Transformation
FDA
Pharmaceutical Industry
Contract Manufacturing
GMP Compliance
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Cdmos
Aizon
Prasfarma
Micro Implants
Leadership
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Astellas
Biotechnology
Covid-19
CDMO Live

Welcome to the PharmaSource podcast: the pharma and biotech podcast that explores the latest trends, challenges, and commercial opportunities shaping the biopharma manufacturing and outsourcing. In each episode we'll be speaking with top executives, researchers, and outsourcing experts, who share their perspectives on topics such as building a smarter, more sustainable supply chain, how to partner... more

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“The level of comfort with AI use in this space is pretty low right now.” Mike Boyson’s observation cuts to the heart of pharma’s AI dilemma. Hesitation is justified—but it shouldn’t paralyze action. His answer: build practical, compliant digital twi... more

“Drug candidates that previously would not have been considered feasible — they’re now on the table. Hybrid synthesis is opening the door to peptide drugs you’re going to need in larger quantities.”

Brian Gregg, CEO of AmbioPharm, has spent his car... more

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“Our on-time-in-full delivery was 30%. In the beer industry, it’s around 99%. That was a big shock.”

When Gijs Vissers joined the pharmaceutical industry, he saw that supply chain operations were often driven by fragmented processes, minimal perform... more

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“CDMOs and Biotechs will both die,” warns NKILT Therapeutics CEO as he talks candidly about the funding crisis stalling cell therapy development, predicting widespread consolidation across biotechs and CDMOs unless the industry shifts toward risk-sha... more

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Mike Boyson
Supply chain and pharmaceutical operations leader with experience at Takeda and Moderna
Azure Biopharma Consulting
Episode: Digital Twins in Claude: How BioPharma Can Build Forecast and Supply Models
Brian Gregg
CEO of AmbioPharm
AmbioPharm
Episode: Hybrid Synthesis is Redefining Peptide Manufacturing
Gijs Vissers
Head of Supply Chain and Procurement, Nordic Pharma
Nordic Pharma
Episode: The Case for Strategic CDMO Partnerships Over Multi-Sourcing
Raphaël Ognar
CEO and co-founder of NKILT Therapeutics
NKILT Therapeutics
Episode: CDMO Consolidation “Inevitable” Without Business Model Shift, Warns Cell Therapy CEO
Christoffer Frendesen
EU correspondent covering health, pharma and life sciences policy for Dagens Pharma; former advisor in the European Parliament
Dagens Pharma
Episode: Trump's Most-Favored-Nation Policy Is Forcing Europe's Pharma Industry to Reconsider Its Pricing Strategy
Elisabeth Stampa
CEO of Medichem and Vice President of Medicines for Europe
Medichem; Medicines for Europe
Episode: How Europe’s Critical Medicines Act Could Reshape Generic Drug Supply Chains
Charlie Lyon
Vice President of Manufacturing, Procurement and Logistics at the API Innovation Center (APIC)
API Innovation Center (APIC)
Episode: Reshoring America’s Critical Medicines: How the API Innovation Center Turns Idle Capacity Into a Drug Security Strategy
Daniel Rossetto
Head and SPP of Supply Chain and External Manufacturing
Artbio
Episode: How Radiopharmaceutical Supply Chains Win the Race Against Radioactive Decay: Insights from Daniel Rossetto, ARTBIO
Anand Ekambaram
Vaccine manufacturing expert; former Merck, BMS executive; CEPI executive; founder of Global BioVax Solutions
Global BioVax Solutions / CEPI / Merck / BMS
Episode: U.S. Vaccine Policy Shifts are Create a “Chilling” Effect on Global Manufacturing and Innovation

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Luke Bilton
Co-founder of PharmaSource and host with a strong focus on biopharmaceutical manufacturing and outsourcing strategies.
Dora
Host with insights into pharma topics and a focus on industry trends and challenges.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • Dr F Robinson

    Really enjoying this podcast from PharmaSource - great topics and speakers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fattyboom-boom
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Very interesting

    Great first episode with John LaMattina. Looking forward to hearing more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ThePimpernel
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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CDMO Consolidation “Inevitable” Without Business Model Shift, Warns Cell Therapy CEO
Q: So you're early stage, but you've talked to over 30 CDMOs in the past couple of years. Tell us about those conversations. What did you expect to find when you started reaching out to CDMOs?
The guest describes variability in CDMO capabilities, with many lacking gamma-retrovirus experience, and emphasizes cost as a major gating factor. He highlights a shift from broad outsourcing to selective partnerships, and the need for a sustained, collaborative approach rather than simple contracting to progress toward GMP manufacturing and clinical milestones.
The Case for Strategic CDMO Partnerships Over Multi-Sourcing
Q: Do you see any ways that pharma companies and CDMOs can collaborate more effectively to reduce environmental impact while remaining commercially viable?
Gijs highlights PSCI membership to standardize sustainability practices, joint efforts to address Scope 3 emissions, collective purchasing of energy, and packaging improvements like QR codes to reduce leaflets, all while maintaining viable economics through shared investments and long-term planning.
The Case for Strategic CDMO Partnerships Over Multi-Sourcing
Q: With this shift from reactive partnerships to strategic, how has that changed the way you define and measure success within a partnership?
The emphasis is on full transparency, joint bi-annual business reviews, shared data on orders and spending, and continuous collaboration to identify and implement projects that improve both parties' outcomes, not just price.
The Case for Strategic CDMO Partnerships Over Multi-Sourcing
Q: In your almost four years at Nordic Pharma, how has the internal structure or internal organization changed?
Gijs explains that the transformation focused on measuring and aligning data, implementing simple KPIs, and integrating forecast information from sales and inventory to drive better planning and supplier collaboration, which in turn improved sales, profits, and supplier relationships.
Trump's Most-Favored-Nation Policy Is Forcing Europe's Pharma Industry to Reconsider Its Pricing Strategy
Q: What could the EU do in response to MFN to protect patient access and pricing?
Possible responses discussed include pursuing centralized or harmonized pricing and reimbursement, incentivizing local manufacturing, and refining procurement rules to boost European resilience, though all carry political and bureaucratic challenges and uncertainties about feasibility.

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Focused on the pharma and biotech sectors, this podcast delves into the evolving landscape of biopharma manufacturing and outsourcing. Episodes typically feature insightful conversations with top executives, researchers, and industry experts, addressing critical topics like the relationship between biotech companies and Contract Development Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs), strategies for building sustainable supply chains, and navigating regulatory challenges. With a commitment to providing valuable insights into procurement and external manufacturing strategies, the content is particularly relevant for professionals aiming to stay abreast of market trends and innovations in the field.

Notably, the podcast emphasizes digital transformat... more

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1. Mike Boyson
2. Brian Gregg
3. Gijs Vissers
4. Raphaël Ognar
5. Christoffer Frendesen
6. Elisabeth Stampa
7. Charlie Lyon
8. Daniel Rossetto

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