Rephonic
Artwork for PNRI Science: Rare Disease, Real Progress

PNRI Science: Rare Disease, Real Progress

PNRI
Rare Diseases
Genetics
Genetic Research
Rare Disease
PNRI
Rare Disease Day
Type 1 Diabetes
Transmissible Cancer
Clam
Research Funding
Collaboration In Science
Probiotics
Human Cancer
Collaboration
Health Care
Urea Cycle Disorders
Health Advocacy
Seattle Children's Research Institute
Cystic Fibrosis
Neurodevelopmental Disorders

We’re back with Season 2 of our podcast PNRI Science–this time recorded live at PNRI’s 2025 Rare Disease Day symposium. It was a day full of energy, insight, and shared purpose, as scientists, clinicians, advocates, and industry leaders came together to accelerate rare disease research and treatment. Hosted by Jack Faris, CEO of the Pacific Northwest Research Institute, and his daughter, actor and... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes12Foundeda year ago
Categories
Natural SciencesNon-ProfitBusinessScience

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for PNRI Science: Rare Disease, Real Progress

Latest Episodes

“In the rare disease space, zebras really do exist. They need care just like everybody else.” — Fran Akoh, Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical

In the final episode of our Rare Disease Day 2025 podcast series, we hear from two industry leaders who are helping... more

“To really understand these diseases, you need to work together—clinicians, researchers, families. That’s how we make progress.” — Jessica Ayers

What drives scientists and clinicians to dedicate their careers to rare disease research? 

In this ep... more

"What is stopping Owen from having a treatment is funding—not science."  —Lindsay Topping Scheutz

How do personal stories fuel scientific progress in the world of rare diseases? 

In this episode of PNRI Science: Rare Disease, Real Progress, we he... more

"Rare disease research is shaping the way almost all biomedical research will be carried forward in the future." — Dr. Jack Faris

What does it take to make real progress in the fight against rare diseases? 

In this episode of PNRI: Rare Disease, ... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Dr. Aimée Dudley
PNRI Senior Investigator working on genetic research related to rare diseases.
Pacific Northwest Research Institute
Episode: Episode 6: Dr. Aimée Dudley: Patients + Researchers = Strength
Dr. Cláudia Carvalho
Assistant Investigator at PNRI, specializing in rare diseases and genetic research
Pacific Northwest Research Institute
Episode: Episode 5: Dr. Cláudia Carvalho: Science is a Social Experiment
Dr. Michael Metzger
Assistant Investigator at PNRI, specializes in transmissible cancers
Pacific Northwest Research Institute
Episode: Episode 4: Dr. Michael Metzger: Future of Healthcare from a Clam
Dr. Lisa Stubbs
Senior Investigator at PNRI
Pacific Northwest Research Institute
Episode: Episode 2: Dr. Lisa Stubbs: Demystifying Nature vs. Nurture
Dr. Rick McLaughlin
Assistant Investigator at PNRI
Pacific Northwest Research Institute
Episode: Episode 1: Driven by the Question with Rick McLaughlin

Hosts

Jack Faris
CEO of the Pacific Northwest Research Institute and host of PNRI Science: Mystery and Discovery. Engaged in advancing research and treatment for rare diseases.
Anna Faris
Actor and producer, co-host of PNRI Science: Mystery and Discovery, and daughter of Jack Faris.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 3: Dr. Bill Hagopian and Michael Killian: Tracking Ghosts
Q: What excites you about the future of your research and its potential impacts on society?
The evolving capabilities of technology allow us to make discoveries that could improve diabetes intervention for future generations, effectively creating a repository of data for ongoing research.
Episode 3: Dr. Bill Hagopian and Michael Killian: Tracking Ghosts
Q: What are some common myths about type 1 diabetes that you encounter?
Many believe there is a single event or infection that causes type 1 diabetes, but the disease process actually occurs over years with multiple factors involved.
Episode 3: Dr. Bill Hagopian and Michael Killian: Tracking Ghosts
Q: Michael, what motivates families to participate in a long-term study like Teddy?
Parents feel reassured knowing their child is being monitored and contributing to vital research even if they themselves don't show symptoms of type 1 diabetes.
Episode 3: Dr. Bill Hagopian and Michael Killian: Tracking Ghosts
Q: Dr. Hagopian, why did you dedicate your career to studying type 1 diabetes?
I chose this path to develop biomarkers that can predict diabetes and to aim for prevention by identifying environmental triggers linked to diabetes onset.
Episode 6: Dr. Aimée Dudley: Patients + Researchers = Strength
Q: What are the primary myths and misunderstandings about rare diseases that you'd like to provide some degree of a correction to?
Many believe that studying rare diseases isn't important compared to more common ones. However, significant breakthroughs often stem from rare disease research that can benefit a broader population.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About This Podcast

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

Exploring the complexities of rare diseases and the collaborative efforts needed in research and treatment, this podcast features intimate conversations with a diverse array of stakeholders, including scientists, clinicians, and advocates. Episodes recorded live at events showcase personal stories and insights that highlight the unifying theme of collaboration in advancing science, especially regarding understanding and addressing rare diseases. Themes often include the importance of patient involvement, the emotional weight of advocacy, and the innovative solutions developed through partnerships across healthcare, academia, and industry.

Where can I find podcast stats for this podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to this podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does this podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for this podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for this podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for this podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does this podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers this podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to this podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with this podcast:

1. Up First from NPR

How many episodes of this podcast are there?

this podcast launched a year ago and published 12 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact this podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for this podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for this podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for this podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of this podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on this podcast?

Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Dr. Aimée Dudley
2. Dr. Cláudia Carvalho
3. Dr. Michael Metzger
4. Dr. Lisa Stubbs
5. Dr. Rick McLaughlin

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days