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PharmaSource Podcast

Life Science Networks
CDMO
Sustainability
Pharmaceutical Industry
Supply Chain Management
Gene Therapy
Digital Transformation
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Drug Development
FDA
Biotechnology
Covid-19
Biologics
External Manufacturing
CDMO Partnerships
Cdmos
Glp-1
Contract Manufacturing
Cell and Gene Therapy
Biopharma
Regulatory Compliance

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 quality of any relationship becomes most visible during times of challenge and pressure," says Frederik Krekeler.

Frederik Krekeler is Head of Procurement for Bayer's Consumer Health business in North America, leading sourcing strategy and supp... more

At CDMO Live Europe 2026, Dr. Adriana Kiedzierska-Mencfeld, Chief Executive Officer of Rezon Bio, drew on 11 years of leading operations at Polpharma Biologics to explain why biosimilar developers must address cost strategy in process development, lo... more

“CMC was not usually a core part of the planning — it was more of an afterthought. Now that funding has tightened, that is changing.”

Siddhartha Jain, President of Shoolin Management Company, has spent two decades in biologics CMC across Novartis, R... more

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At CDMO Live Europe 2025, a panel of procurement and commercial leaders argued that the most consequential CDMO negotiations happen after the contract is signed, covering risk-sharing structures, governance discipline, and the conditions under which ... more

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Recent Guests

Maik Talarczyk
Head of PMO in Sandoz, part of the strategy team of Sandoz Technical Operations
Sandoz
Episode: How Sandoz Cut Its Supplier Network by 34%: A Step-by-Step Consolidation Playbook
Jon Howland
CEO, Life Science Connect
Life Science Connect
Episode: We're joining Life Science Connect. Here's the story...
Mike Schaefers
CCO and head of business development at Simtra BioPharma Solutions
Simtra BioPharma Solutions
Episode: Simtra BioPharma CCO: “Manufacturing in the Region for the Region Is Here to Stay”
Debby Vermeer
Co-founder and strategic alliance officer at ExpediteBio; co-leads biologics workstream at Oncode Accelerator
ExpediteBio; Oncode Accelerator
Episode: Closing the Biotech "Valley of Death": The Infrastructure Gap Holding Back Early-Stage Biologics Programs:
Richard van Rijnsoever
Co-founder of ExpediteBio; background in biologics development and CDMOs
ExpediteBio
Episode: Closing the Biotech "Valley of Death": The Infrastructure Gap Holding Back Early-Stage Biologics Programs:
Manda Pasarkar
Global Head of Regulatory Affairs for CMC at Sanofi
Sanofi
Episode: How Sanofi Navigates Regulatory CMC Across Global Markets: Insights from Manda Pasarkar
Christopher Frendesen
EU correspondent of Dagens Pharma
Dagens Pharma
Episode: The Politics Behind the Pipeline: How MFN Pricing and Tariffs Are Reshaping Pharma's Global Strategy
Krish Ramanathan
Interim CEO, Gates Medical Research Institute
Gates Medical Research Institute
Episode: How to Build a Resilient Global Vaccine Supply Chain: From Crisis to Capability
Sav Ahmed
Chief Business Officer
Exela Pharma Sciences
Episode: How to Build a Resilient Global Vaccine Supply Chain: From Crisis to Capability

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Host of the PharmaSource Podcast
Dora
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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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Content covers both strategic partnerships and hands-on manufacturing challenges.
Audience appreciates how topics connect high-level industry trends to practical outcomes.
Guests are consistently senior, with deep domain expertise.
Show consistently emphasizes industry resilience and innovation in supply chains.

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Simtra BioPharma CCO: “Manufacturing in the Region for the Region Is Here to Stay”
Q: If you could change one thing about CDMO partnerships from the industry perspective, what would it be?
CDMOs and pharma service providers should focus on joint development and early collaboration to enable seamless scale-up and faster time to market, backed by guaranteed capacity and transparent communication.
Simtra BioPharma CCO: “Manufacturing in the Region for the Region Is Here to Stay”
Q: What is driving the shift toward regional manufacturing for regional markets?
The shift is driven by a need to de-risk the supply chain and manage costs, with customers seeking regional capabilities that reduce exposure to global disruptions and deliver faster access to products.
How Sandoz Cut Its Supplier Network by 34%: A Step-by-Step Consolidation Playbook
Q: What is the first step in the consolidation process?
Begin with internal site optimization and portfolio cleansing to build a solid business case before addressing external suppliers.
How PI Health Sciences Delivers Real-Time Visibility and Scientific Accountability
Q: What does flow chemistry and biocatalysis mean for drug developers?
They are not mere add-ons but problem-solving tools that can speed development, improve scalability, reduce costs, and enhance regulatory robustness, with PIHS applying them when there is clear value for the client.
Decarbonizing Pharma: Why Green Chemistry Must Lead the Sustainability Agenda
Q: Is the idea that sustainability necessarily increases cost a myth, and how can the economics be favorable?
The host suggestions are that some sustainability improvements also reduce cost and risk, and better design can shorten lead times, increase yield, and reduce waste, thereby delivering multiple business wins rather than a pure cost increase.

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What is PharmaSource Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on the business of biopharma manufacturing, outsourcing, and CDMO partnerships, with frequent deep dives into how digital transformation, data governance, and AI are reshaping operations, quality, and supply chains. Episodes explore strategic collaborations, capacity planning, and regulatory considerations across global manufacturing networks, often featuring executives from CDMOs, pharma companies, and policy or industry groups. A notable edge is the mix of technology-focused discussions (AI, digital twins, data integrity) with practical, real-world manufacturing challenges (capacity, transfer, sustainability, and resilience), making it helpful for listeners weighing partnerships, investments, or sponsorship opportunities.... more

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2. Jon Howland
3. Mike Schaefers
4. Debby Vermeer
5. Richard van Rijnsoever
6. Manda Pasarkar
7. Christopher Frendesen
8. Krish Ramanathan

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