Podcasts

OncLive On Air^® is a podcast from OncLive^® that provides oncology professionals with the resources and information they need to provide the best patient care. Segments cover every angle of oncology practice, from new technology to treatment advances to important regulatory decisions. New episodes with exclusive interviews with leading oncology experts are released on Mondays and Thursdays.

Oppong Emphasizes How Patient Education Can Lower Breast Cancer Surgery Refusal Rates

January 2nd 2023

Dr Oppong discusses findings showing that Black and Hispanic women are more likely than their White counterparts to refuse surgery for nonmetastatic breast cancer, the reasons some patients refuse to undergo surgery, and potential strategies to overcome those objections.

Somaiah Shares Insight on the Changing Landscapes of GIST, TGCT, and RAS/RAF-Mutant Tumors

December 29th 2022

Dr Somaiah discusses the excitement surrounding novel agents such as CSF1R inhibitors and ULK1/2 inhibitors, and the utility of broad spectrum TKIs such as ripretinib.

Rugo Summarizes Developments With Ribociclib and ADCs in HR-Positive Breast Cancer

December 26th 2022

Dr Rugo discusses overall survival in the TROPiCS-02 trial, post-progression treatments after ribociclib and endocrine therapy in the MONALEESA-2, MONALEESA-3, and MONALEESA-7 studies, and what the AMALEE trial indicates about optimal doses of ribociclib in hormone receptor–positive breast cancer.

Expert and Patient Perspectives on Comprehensive Multiple Myeloma Treatment

December 22nd 2022

Dr Kumar, Dr Patel, Falbo, and Ahlstrom highlight the importance of community-based discussions regarding adverse effects in multiple myeloma, the benefits of considering the whole treatment course, and subgroup analyses from the MAIA trial.

Blum Highlights Implications of CA-125 Levels in Renal Medullary Carcinoma

December 19th 2022

Dr Blum discusses renal medullary carcinoma, the lack of approved systemic therapy for these patients, and findings showing a correlation between CA-125 levels and increased tumor burden and treatment response in this disease.

FDA Approval Insights: Tremelimumab Plus Durvalumab and Chemotherapy in NSCLC

December 15th 2022

Dr Johnson discusses the FDA approval of tremelimumab plus durvalumab and chemotherapy in non–small cell lung cancer, key data from the POSEIDON trial, and the combination’s efficacy and tolerability in various patient populations.

Acuna Discusses US Liver Cancer Incidence in Individuals of Mexican Descent

December 12th 2022

Nicholas Acuna discusses research showing that incidence of liver cancer increases over time in people of Mexican descent living in Los Angeles, the “Latino paradox” in health outcomes, and the next steps for this research.

Brody Previews ASH 2022 Data With Pirtobrutinib, CAR T-cell Therapy, and Glofitamab in MCL

December 8th 2022

Dr Brody previews mantle cell lymphoma data being presented at the 2022 ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition, including promising data on pirtobrutinib from the BRUIN trial, the potential for CAR T-cell therapy as evidenced in the ZUMA-2 trial, and how immunotherapies such as glofitamab are expanding the treatment paradigm.

FDA Approval Insights: Mirvetuximab Soravtansine in Platinum-Resistant Ovarian Cancer

December 5th 2022

Dr Matulonis discusses the FDA approval of mirvetuximab soravtansine-gynx in folate receptor alpha–positive, platinum-resistant ovarian cancer, key efficacy and safety data from the SORAYA trial, and how further research can continue the momentum behind finding effective ovarian cancer treatments.

Leone Lays Out Research Needs and Treatment Approaches in Male Breast Cancer

December 1st 2022

Dr Leone discusses the distinguishing features of male breast cancer, the benefits and limitations of current treatments, and the importance of raising awareness about this breast cancer subset to propel further research.

Florez Discusses Crucial Aspects of Cancer Care Equity and Survivorship

November 28th 2022

Dr Florez discusses why cancer care equity and survivorship should be a priority for all physicians, the steps the health care system needs to take to address disparities in these areas, and specific ways that Dana-Farber is working to close these gaps.

FDA Approval Insights: Durvalumab Plus Tremelimumab in HCC

November 24th 2022

Dr Abou-Alfa discusses the FDA approval of durvalumab plus tremelimumab in unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma, the regimen’s unique mechanism of action, and the importance of expanding global access to this combination.

Crane Helps Gynecologic Fellows Deliver Care in a Complicated Time

November 21st 2022

Dr Crane discusses why Atrium Health decided to launch a gyn onc fellowship, how she helps fellows navigate the current political landscape while maintaining high-level care, and how she tries to model a good work-life balance for her trainees.

Oppong Sheds Light on Racial Disparities in Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Mortality

November 17th 2022

Dr Oppong discusses factors that contribute to the ongoing disparity in breast cancer deaths among Black women vs White women, the importance of increased access to high-quality screening, and the need for more inclusive research efforts to close the gaps in breast cancer diagnosis and care.

FDA Approval Insights: Teclistamab in Relapsed/Refractory Multiple Myeloma

November 14th 2022

Dr Garfall discusses the FDA approval of teclistamab in relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma, key efficacy and safety data from the MajesTEC-1 trial, and the drug’s unique mechanism of action compared with other anti-myeloma agents.

Lunning Lends Insight on Pivotal Data From Pan Pacific Lymphoma 2022

November 10th 2022

In this inaugural episode, Dr Lunning details important findings to come out of the Pan Pacific Lymphoma Conference, including results evaluating prophylactic medications in the management of patients with hematologic malignancies receiving cellular therapy or autologous stem cell transplant.

Sauter and Hill Talk Through CAR T-Cell Sequencing and Access in Lymphomas

November 7th 2022

Drs Sauter and Hill discuss the use of CAR T-cell therapy in patients with lymphomas, the potential for allogeneic CAR T cells, and ways to expand access and address financial toxicity.

FDA Approval Insights: Futibatinib in FGFR2-Positive Cholangiocarcinoma

November 3rd 2022

Dr Goyal discusses the FDA approval of futibatinib in FGFR2-positive cholangiocarcinoma, key safety data from the FOENIX*-CCA2 trial, and the importance of biomarker testing in the cholangiocarcinoma population.

Thymic Cancer Experts Discuss the Latest Data, Need for More Research Funding

October 31st 2022

Drs Giaccone and He discuss the implications of their thymic cancer research, the importance of combining immunotherapy and anti-angiogenesis agents to treat solid tumors, and the challenges of investigating rare cancers.

Mikhael and Cole Share Insights on Culturally Relevant Myeloma Care

October 27th 2022

Drs Mikhael and Cole discuss ways to help reduce disparities in myeloma by delivering culturally relevant care and highlight the importance of implementing shared decision-making, creating a well-informed multidisciplinary staff, and meeting patients where they are.