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The ImmunoVerse™

Moffitt Cancer Center
Immunotherapy
Cancer Immunotherapy
Tumor Microenvironment
Pancreatic Cancer
Cancer Treatment
T-Cell Therapy
Pd-1
Cancer
Melanoma
Cytokines
TIL
National Cancer Institute
Car-T Therapy
Dark Matter (dark Genome)
Microbiome
T-Cell Exhaustion
KRAS
Cancer Vaccines
Hot Tumors
CAR T Cell Therapy

The ImmunoVerse™ is a monthly podcast exploring the past, present and future of immunotherapy and delving into every intricacy of the body's immune system. Hosted by Moffitt Cancer Center President and CEO, Dr. Patrick Hwu, each episode highlights the trailblazing visionaries who are pushing boundaries in this ever-evolving, world-changing field.

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Dr. Patrick Hwu speaks with Dr. John Wherry, a world-renowned expert in T-cell biology and director of the Institute for Immunology and Immune Health at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Wherry reflects on his early interest in science and explains... more

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Dr. Patrick Hwu speaks with Dr. Miriam Merad, a leading physician-scientist in dendritic cell and macrophage biology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Dr. Merad reflects on her path from medicine to immunology and discusses how tissue-r... more

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Dr. Patrick Hwu sits down with Dr. Jennifer Wargo, Professor of Surgical Oncology and Genomic Medicine, leader of the platform for innovative microbiome and translational research at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, to discuss how t... more

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Dr. Patrick Hwu sits down with Dr. Greg Delgoffe, professor of immunology at the University of Pittsburgh and director of the Tumor Microenvironment Center at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, to explore how the tumor microenvironment functions as a comple... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. John Wherry
Director of the Institute for Immunology and Immune Health at the University of Pennsylvania
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: T-Cell Exhaustion: From Biological Adaptation to Cancer Therapy, ft. Dr. John Wherry
Miriam Merad
Dean for Translational Research and Therapeutic Innovation at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai; Chair of Immunology and Immunotherapy; Director of the Precision Immunology Institute and the Human Immune Monitoring Center
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Episode: Reprogramming Macrophages: From Tissue Repair to Cancer Immunotherapy, ft. Dr. Miriam Merad
Jennifer Wargo
Professor of Surgical Oncology and Genomic Medicine, MD Anderson; Platform for Innovative Microbiome and Translational Research
MD Anderson
Episode: Inside the Microbiome: Fiber, Gut Health and Immunotherapy, ft. Dr. Jennifer Wargo
Greg Delgoffe
Professor of Immunology at the University of Pittsburgh; Director of the Tumor Microenvironment Center at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
University of Pittsburgh / UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Episode: Reprogramming Metabolism to Power Immunotherapy, ft. Dr. Greg Delgoffe
Dr. Bernie Fox
Chief of the Laboratory of Molecular and Tumor Immunology at Providence Cancer Institute; Harder Family Chair for Cancer Research
Providence Cancer Institute
Episode: Uncovering the Dark Matter of Cancer, ft. Dr. Bernie Fox
Jedd Wolchok
Meyer Director of the Sandra and Edward Meyer Cancer Center at Weill Cornell Medicine; leading cancer immunotherapy researcher
Weill Cornell Medicine
Episode: Pioneering the Evolution of Immunotherapy, ft. Dr. Jedd Wolchok
Dr. Drew Pardoll
Director of the Bloomberg-Kimmel Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy at Johns Hopkins
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: Decoding the Tumor Microenvironment, ft. Dr. Drew Pardoll
Dr. Suzanne Topalian
Bloomberg-Kimmel Professor of Cancer Immunotherapy at Johns Hopkins and Director of the Melanoma Program at the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: Pioneering PD-1 Immunotherapy and Tumor-Infiltrating Lymphocytes, ft. Dr. Suzanne Topalian
Dr. Robert Vonderheide
Director of the Abramson Cancer Center and Vice Dean for Cancer Programs
University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine
Episode: From KRAS to CD40: Advancing Pancreatic Cancer Immunotherapy, ft. Dr. Robert Vonderheide

Host

Dr. Patrick Hwu
President and CEO of Moffitt Cancer Center; host focusing on immunotherapy and leading researchers.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Well produced and highly informative!

    Well produced and highly informative! Dr. Hwu seems like a natural podcast host. I hope to see the show notes expanded in future episodes to provide links to some of the studies referenced. I’m looking forward to seeing this podcast grow!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vanbibn
    United Statesa year ago

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Production quality is strong, with notable gaps in show notes and referenced studies.
Guests are leaders in cancer immunotherapy and provide deep, actionable insights.
Content is dense but highly valuable for sponsors seeking a science-focused audience.
Well produced and highly informative.
Host clearly knows the subject and guides complex conversations well.

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#100
South Korea/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#179
Japan/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#181
Finland/Health & Fitness

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Reprogramming Macrophages: From Tissue Repair to Cancer Immunotherapy, ft. Dr. Miriam Merad
Q: But first, let's get into how you got into science in the first place.
Dr. Merad describes growing up in a family of physicians, the influence of oncology on her interests, and the pivotal moment of entering immunology through bone marrow transplantation, which illuminated the immune system's role in curing cancer. She emphasizes the blend of clinical exposure and basic science that shaped her career.
Pioneering the Evolution of Immunotherapy, ft. Dr. Jedd Wolchok
Q: How do you see the future of immunotherapy, especially combinations and cell therapies, shaping patient care in the next decade?
We expect a future where combining checkpoint blockade with other modalities, like bispecifics, T-cell engagers, and cellular therapies, expands the range of tumors that respond, while continued optimization of safety and scalability makes these therapies accessible to more patients.
Pioneering the Evolution of Immunotherapy, ft. Dr. Jedd Wolchok
Q: Tell me about the first patients that you saw who responded to immune checkpoint blockade.
The early experiences with ipilimumab (MDX010) demonstrated that immune checkpoint blockade could lead to meaningful responses, including durable partial and complete responses in melanoma, laying the groundwork for broader trials and the eventual FDA approvals.
Pioneering the Evolution of Immunotherapy, ft. Dr. Jedd Wolchok
Q: So tell me, you've been in immunotherapy research for a long time. How did you first get interested in immunology and immunotherapy?
A long-standing interest began in 1984, when I worked in the lab of pioneers in the field and started to understand translational research by joining patient visits and bringing samples back to the lab, which showed me the potential of immunotherapy early on.
Decoding the Tumor Microenvironment, ft. Dr. Drew Pardoll
Q: What exactly was going on in that tumor microenvironment?
Dr. Pardoll describes how dendritic cells present tumor antigens to T cells and how the tumor microenvironment can deactivate T cells, preventing effective anti-tumor responses.

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A monthly deep-dive into immunotherapy and the immune system, featuring leading researchers and clinicians who are shaping the field. Conversations center on breakthroughs in cancer immunotherapy, tumor microenvironment dynamics, and translational science—from PD-1 inhibitors to CAR T therapies and beyond. Notable strengths include access to top-tier immunology experts and a clear through-line showing how basic science translates into cutting-edge treatments, with a host who guides listeners through complex topics with clarity. The show likely appeals to oncology professionals, researchers, and biotech stakeholders who want insight into the evolving landscape and potential collaboration or sponsorship opportunities.

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Recent guests on The ImmunoVerse™ include:

1. Dr. John Wherry
2. Miriam Merad
3. Jennifer Wargo
4. Greg Delgoffe
5. Dr. Bernie Fox
6. Jedd Wolchok
7. Dr. Drew Pardoll
8. Dr. Suzanne Topalian

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