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Yale Cancer Answers

Dr. Eric P. Winer
Breast Cancer
Immunotherapy
Cancer Treatment
Prostate Cancer
Surgical Oncology
Clinical Trials
Skin Cancer
Cancer Survivorship
Melanoma
Brain Tumors
Lung Cancer
Leukemia
Financial Toxicity
Cancer Research
Patient Care
Targeted Therapy
Yale Cancer Center
Lymphoma
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Quality Of Life

Connecticut Public Radio’s show, “Yale Cancer Answers” is a weekly program focused on sharing information on the latest cancer breakthroughs and treatments through conversation with experts from Yale Cancer Center (YCC), Smilow Cancer Hospital (SCH) and other national and international specialists, as well as patients. The new host, as of July 21, 2024, is nationally recognized breast cancer exper... more

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Yale Cancer Center Director Dr. Eric Winer speaks with Dr. Max Stahl about how much is now known on the biology of leukemia in some patients, rare disease sub-types and targeting with specific therapies.

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Yale Cancer Center Director Dr. Eric Winer speaks with Dr. Kiran Turaga, Division Chief of Surgical Oncology about the evolution of surgical oncology. The many topics covered include minimally invasive surgical advancements, and the potential for art... more

Leukemia expert Dr. Maximilian Stahl speaks with Dr. Eric Winer about all things leukemia including genetic disposition, environmental factors and what new research is revealing.

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Description: Breast cancer patient Alexandra and her longtime partner Chris talk with Dr. Winer about how cancer has impacted how they navigate their busy lives as parents of two children. May 3, 2026

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Recent Guests

Kiran Turaga
Chief of the Division of Surgical Oncology, Yale School of Medicine; professor of surgery
Yale School of Medicine / Yale Cancer Center
Episode: Discussing the latest and the future of surgical oncology
Maximilian Stahl
Director of the Leukemia and Myeloid Malignancy Program at Yale Cancer Center
Yale Cancer Center / Smilow Cancer Hospital
Episode: Leukemia Awareness: What Providers and Patients Should Know
Alexandra Taylor
Patient and breast cancer survivor
Patient, Sister's Journey participant
Episode: Paring with Patients
Chris Peralta
Partner and caregiver
Alexandra Taylor's partner
Episode: Paring with Patients
Melinda Irwin
Susan Dwight Bliss Professor of Epidemiology and Associate Dean of Research at the Yale School of Public Health
Yale School of Public Health
Episode: Flip The Script: Dr. Eric Winer on becoming an oncologist
Michael Hurwitz
Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology at Yale School of Medicine
Yale School of Medicine
Episode: Testicular Cancer Awareness and Treatments
Anne Mongiu
Assistant Professor of Surgery at Yale, colon cancer specialist, cancer survivor
Yale School of Medicine / Yale Cancer Center
Episode: Colorectal Cancer Surgery & Patient Survival
Rachel Perry
Associate Professor of Medicine, Yale School of Medicine
Yale School of Medicine
Episode: How Exercise Helps Slow Tumor Growth
Jennifer Legobel
Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Senior Physician at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; leader in integrative therapy and wellness programs
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute / Harvard Medical School
Episode: Supporting Patient and Provider Well-Being

Host

Eric Winer
Director of the Yale Cancer Center

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Excellent podcast!

    I’m a scientist myself and love this podcast. Very informative! I need to comment on the Rachel Perry episode where she said (after she mentioned the multiple studies that showed outcomes are improved and patients who exercise!) “we shouldn’t force people to exercise— hopefully, we find an “exercise pill”” Sorry, but that is what’s wrong with our world. We have a country where 90% of adults are metabolically sick. We have an alarmingly high rate of fatty liver disease, and obesity, particularly,... more

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    5
    410bubble
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    This is a really informative podcast that breaks down topics in an easily digestible way. The speakers are engaging and very knowledgeable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChessyBiscuits!
    United States3 years ago
  • Top medical podcast out there!

    Very smart and easy to listen too. Obviously they know what they are doing being able to explain, thorough, long in layman’s terms. Simple yet intelligent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rzz88
    United States7 years ago
  • Podcasts don’t work

    Most of the podcasts “aren’t available at this time.” Fix it if you want people to listen!

    Apple Podcasts
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    tuckjosh
    United States8 years ago
  • Helpful content

    Easy to listen to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Listener from Conn
    United States8 years ago

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Appreciation for patient-centered perspectives, survivorship and advocacy topics
High-quality, accessible oncology discussions with expert guests
Polished explanations of complex cancer topics for a lay-to-professional audience
A few listeners note app reliability issues affecting listen availability

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Leukemia Awareness: What Providers and Patients Should Know
Q: How has the understanding of genetic drivers changed leukemia treatment?
Treatments now target the specific genetic alterations driving each patient's leukemia, leading to more effective and less toxic therapies and allowing development of drugs tailored to those mutations.
Testicular Cancer Awareness and Treatments
Q: What are cellular therapies and what are the challenges in using them for solid tumors?
Cellular therapies involve engineering a patient's immune cells, often T cells, to better recognize and kill cancer cells. Challenges in solid tumors include tumor microenvironment barriers, antigen escape, and ensuring safety; ongoing engineering aims to improve efficacy while reducing toxicity.
Testicular Cancer Awareness and Treatments
Q: How has the understanding of treatment evolved since the Indiana work on testicular cancer?
Historically, chemotherapy transformed outcomes for advanced cases, with Lawrence Einhorn's work leading to curative approaches; modern practice now emphasizes risk-adapted therapy, targeted lymph node management, and, for selected patients, reduced chemotherapy exposure while maintaining high cure rates.
Testicular Cancer Awareness and Treatments
Q: What are the differences between seminomas and non-seminomas in terms of treatment and prognosis?
Seminomas tend to be less aggressive and have a very good prognosis; non-seminomas can require more intensive therapy, but many cases can be cured with carefully tailored treatment, and sometimes chemotherapy can be avoided if detected early and managed appropriately.
Testicular Cancer Awareness and Treatments
Q: Tell us a little bit about the epidemiology of testicular cancer.
Testicular cancer is most common in teenagers and young men, typically ages 15 to 25, with a second peak for seminomas occurring later in life around the 60s. The disease is largely comprised of germ cell tumors, which informs how we approach diagnosis and treatment.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yale Cancer Answers

What is Yale Cancer Answers about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The program delivers expert-led conversations focused on the latest cancer breakthroughs, treatments, and the evolving landscape of oncology care. Across recent episodes, listeners hear deep dives into surgical oncology advances, early detection and treatment of pancreatic and gastroesophageal cancers, targeted therapies and antibody-drug conjugates, immunotherapy, and personalized medicine. Special episodes highlight cancer biology (KRAS, tumor mutations), neuroendocrine tumors, lung cancer screening, and the financial and psychosocial dimensions of cancer care, including mental health, survivorship, and the burden of healthcare costs. A notable pattern is the blend of clinical detail with patient-centered perspectives, featuring Yale Canc... more

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Recent guests on Yale Cancer Answers include:

1. Kiran Turaga
2. Maximilian Stahl
3. Alexandra Taylor
4. Chris Peralta
5. Melinda Irwin
6. Michael Hurwitz
7. Anne Mongiu
8. Rachel Perry

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