In this insightful episode, Dr. Geo welcomes Dr. James Eastham, a renowned urologist from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. They discuss the ideal candidates for prostate removal (prostatectomy), the latest surgical approaches, and Dr. Eastham’s experiences and philosophy as a surgeon. Dr. Eastham shares valuable insights on robotic vs. open …

As developers, we’re always looking for ways to improve and optimise our code. Yet we often neglect our body’s hardware and software. In this episode, I was joined by Rob West, to chat about how we can use mindfulness, nutrition, and exercise to upgrade our brain’s operating system. A large part of our discussion was about our ability to focus, why…

In this insightful episode of the Dr. Geo Podcast, Dr. Geo Espinosa dives deep into chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS), discussing its causes, diagnosis, and innovative therapies. Joining him is the renowned Dr. Jeanette Potts, a urologist and expert in CPPS, who brings her wealth of experience from her time at the Cleveland Clinic and beyond. Key…

In this highly requested episode, Dr. Geo sits down with Dr. Vikram Rajpurohit, a clinical professor at NYU Langone and an expert in Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE), to dive into the specifics of PAE as a treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). Dr. Rajpurohit explains what PAE is, how it works, and who the ideal candidates are. The dis…

Thank you to Momento for supporting this episode. Momento's real-time data platform empowers developers to build innovative products faster and more reliably than ever before. Visit gomomento.co/theburningmonk for more information. In this episode, I spoke with Matthieu Napoli about the Bref framework for developing serverless applications in PHP -…

In this episode of the Dr. Geo Podcast, Dr. Geo Espinosa interviews Dr. Matthew Cooperberg, a leading expert in prostate cancer from UCSF. They discuss the intricacies of diagnosing prostate cancer, the criteria for active surveillance, and how to choose the right treatment path. Dr. Cooperberg explains the evolving role of genetic testing, MRI, an…

In this episode, I was joined for a second time by Callum Linington - this time to discuss exceptions, which is quite fitting given the show’s name! We chatted about why you should avoid using exceptions for your main business logic and control flow, and explored better ways to handle errors. And I’m afraid the “monad” word got thrown in too! 🙈 For…

In this episode, Dr. Geo sits down with Dr. Todd Morgan, a leading urological surgeon from Michigan Medicine, to explore cutting-edge tools like biomarkers, MRI, and genomic testing in diagnosing prostate cancer. They dive into the benefits of active surveillance, the importance of the MUSIC trial, and how advanced diagnostics shape treatment decis…

In this engaging episode, Dr. Geo sits down with Dr. Behfar Ehdaie, a renowned urologic surgeon from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, for an insightful discussion on prostate cancer treatment. The focus is on High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) as a focal therapy for prostate cancer, including patient selection criteria and the future o…

Dr. Geo sits down with Dr. Ara Karamanian, MD, a board-certified interventional and diagnostic radiologist with expertise in prostate cancer treatment. Dr. Karamanian, who holds a biomedical engineering degree from Duke University, specializes in Focal Laser Ablation (FLA), a cutting-edge, minimally invasive therapy that uses real-time MRI guidance…

Thank you to Hookdeck for sponsoring this episode. If you're looking to level-up your event-driven architecture, then check out their serverless event gateway at hookdeck.com/theburningmonk and help support this channel. James Eastham is a developer advocate at Datadog and co-author of "Crafting Lambda Functions in Rust". In this episode, we dive i…

In this episode, I was joined by Scott Sauber to chat about GitHub Actions. Before that though, we chatted about the differences between ‘Continuous Integration’, ‘Continuous Delivery’, and ‘Continuous Deployment’. Then we delved into the world of GitHub Actions, and how they can be used to automate your workflows. For a full list of show notes, or…

In this episode of the Dr. Geo Podcast, Dr. Geo sits down with Dr. Xiaosong Meng from UT Southwestern Medical Center to discuss TULSA (Transurethral Ultrasound Ablation), an advanced focal treatment for prostate cancer. They explore how TULSA works, its benefits, and how it compares to other focal therapies like HIFU, cryoablation, and IRE. The epi…

In this episode, Dr. Geo sits down with Dr. Arvin George, a renowned urologic surgeon from Johns Hopkins specializing in prostate cancer, to delve into the world of focal therapy. They discuss what focal therapy is, its side effects, and various energy types used in treating prostate cancer. Dr. George explains the advancements in imaging, the impo…

Join Dr. Geo as he sits down with Dr. Valary Raup, a top urologist specializing in male sexual health, to uncover the pros and cons of erectile dysfunction treatments, particularly after prostate cancer. In this episode, they discuss everything from penile implants and urinary incontinence solutions to the importance of patient-centered care. Dr. R…

In this episode, I was joined by Nick Cosentino (DevLeader on the socials) to chat about refactoring code. We also discussed various other things, like automated testing, and how AI might affect us as developers, and much more! For a full list of show notes, or to add comments - please see the website here…

Thank you to Momento for supporting this episode. Momento's real-time data platform empowers developers to build innovative products faster and more reliably than ever before. Visit gomomento.co/theburningmonk for more information. I spoke with Andrew Brown, renowned educator in the cloud space, to get his take on how cloud learners can break into …

In this rebroadcast episode, Dr. Geo Espinosa hosts a discussion with Dr. Robert Valenzuela, a leading expert in penile implants and reconstructive urology, about the journey to restoring sexual function after prostate cancer treatment. They delve into penile rehabilitation, exploring both non-invasive treatments like medications and devices, as we…

In this compelling episode of The Dr. Geo Podcast, Dr. Geo Espinosa sits down with Dr. Justin Dubin, a renowned urologist specializing in penile implants and men's health, to explore the challenges men face in their sexual health after a prostate diagnosis. Dr. Dubin shares a detailed overview of penile implants, discussing the various types, the s…

Thank you to Hookdeck for sponsoring this episode. If you're looking to level-up your event-driven architecture, then check out their serverless event gateway at hookdeck.com/theburningmonk and help support this channel. AWS Serverless Hero Luciano Mammino shares the history of Middy, the popular middleware engine for AWS Lambda functions; why he's…

In this episode , Dr. Geo is joined by two distinguished urologists, Dr. Raphael Carrion and Dr. Raul Fernandez Crespo, from the University of South Florida. Together, they provide a comprehensive overview of medical approaches to treating erectile dysfunction (ED). The discussion covers the effectiveness of PDE5 inhibitors like Cialis and Viagra, …

In this group episode, I was joined by Carl Sargunar, Lotte Pitcher, Carole Rennie Logan, and Callum Whyte, to discuss the Umbraco community and CMS! We chatted about the amazing community around Umbraco, as well as the features of the CMS itself. It definitely made me want to reach for Umbraco next time I need a CMS! For a full list of show notes,…

In this episode of The Dr. Geo Podcast, Dr. Geo Espinosa sits down with Dr. Johan Skog, the Chief Scientific Officer and founding scientist of Exosome Diagnostics, to delve into the groundbreaking Exosome DX test. This innovative urine test is designed to determine whether a patient needs a prostate biopsy, providing a non-invasive approach to diag…

Thank you to Momento for supporting this episode. Momento's real-time data platform empowers developers to build innovative products faster and more reliably than ever before. Visit gomomento.co/theburningmonk for more information. David Behroozi, a 15-year Amazon veteran, tells us the inception story of Amazon Cognito and the cheat code for succee…

In May, I published a short episode of the podcast about my daughter Olivia being diagnosed with leukemia. It's been a rough couple of months, but I wanted to share how things are going, what the plan is, and give a tremendous thank you to the community. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/readysetcloud/support…

Join Dr. Geo as he interviews Dr. David Albala, Chief of Urology at Crouse Hospital and a renowned expert in laparoscopic and robotic urological surgery. They explore the advancements in prostate cancer diagnosis, emphasizing the shift from routine biopsies based on high PSA levels to more sophisticated methods like urine tests and biomarkers such …

Thank you to Hookdeck for sponsoring this episode. If you're looking to level-up your event-driven architecture, then check out their serverless event gateway at hookdeck.com/theburningmonk and help support this podcast. Thomas Nixon, CTO of Baseline, shares stories from the trenches about the challenges of adopting serverless technologies. He gave…

In this episode Dr. Geo speaks with Dr. Elai Davicioni, a pioneering figure in the field of genomics related to prostate cancer. The discussion delves into the development and utility of the Decipher test, a cutting-edge genomic test that helps assess the metastatic potential of prostate tumors. Dr. Elai Davicioni elaborates on the rigorous process…

In this episode, I was honoured to be joined by Steve “ardalis” Smith to chat about Modular Monoliths! We discussed the benefits of going down the Modular Monolith route instead of moving to microservices. We also chatted about how MediatR can help with this, and also about creating online courses. For a full list of show notes, or to add comments …

Join Dr. Geo's interview with Dr. Ashley Ross, an esteemed associate professor in urology and clinical director at Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, they delve into personalized prostate cancer care. This discussion covers prostate biopsies, understanding clinical staging, and the critical role of prostate genomic tests in active surveillan…

Thank you to Hookdeck for sponsoring this episode. Please check them out and help support this podcast. Allen Helton on being an enabler, building communities, and is serverless dead? Links from the episode: Help Olivia's Fight Against Leukemia! Believe In Serverless community Ready, Set, Cloud! Momento, serverless cache Ep102: Peek behind the curt…

In this episode, Dr. Geo interviews Dr. Helen Bernie from Indiana University about Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) post-prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment. They discuss the suitability of TRT for different stages of prostate cancer patients, debunk the long-standing myth that testosterone fuels prostate cancer, and highlight the importa…

Have you ever wished you could quit your job and go create content all day long while working for yourself? You can! In this episode, Yan Cui joins Allen Helton to talk about full-time content creation and consultancy within the serverless world. The two discuss Yan's journey to greatness, weigh in on the use of generative AI when it comes to conte…

In this episode, Dr. Geo engages in a detailed discussion with Dr. Eric Klein, a leading expert in prostate cancer. They delve into the genetics behind prostate cancer, exploring genetic predispositions and the mechanics behind genetic mutations. The conversation highlights the emerging role of liquid biopsies in detecting and monitoring prostate c…

In this special Father's Day episode, Dr. Geo reflects on his experiences and challenges in fathering, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and communication with children. This episode also features an in-depth conversation with Scott Donnell, an entrepreneur focused on teaching kids financial literacy and building strong family legac…

In this episode, Dr. Geo Espinosa engages in an in-depth conversation with Dr. Daniel Margolis, a professor of radiology and director of prostate MRI at Weill Cornell Medicine. They discuss the significance of MRI in prostate cancer screening, the importance of using advanced MRI technology, and the role of expert radiologists in accurate diagnosis…

If you are returning to making art after a long break, or you are wanting to take a new direction with your artwork, you can follow The Creative Process and in this podcast I explain how! Concept - Influence - Create and then Create - Develop - Reflect - RepeatOleh Tracey Eastham

Join Dr. Geo as he sits down with legendary bodybuilder Lee Labrada to discuss the history and evolution of bodybuilding, how to maintain a healthy lifestyle, and the keys to aging successfully. Labrada shares insights about his career, including winning the IFBB Mr. Universe title, competing at Mr. Olympia, and his experiences raising his son Hunt…

I recently had a significant life event that has turned my world upside down. In this bonus episode, I share the story and let you know what you can do to help. Blog post: https://readysetcloud.io/blog/allen.helton/a-personal-update GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-olivias-fight-against-leukemia --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters…

In this episode of the Dr. Gio podcast, host Dr. Gio interviews Dr. Neal Shore, a leading specialist in advanced prostate cancer and Medical Director of the Carolina Urologic Research Center. They discuss the evolution of prostate cancer treatments over the past 20-30 years, highlighting therapies such as androgen deprivation therapy, immunotherapy…

In this episode of the Dr. Geo Podcast, host Dr. Geo engages in a comprehensive conversation with Dr. Mark Stengler, a renowned naturopathic doctor with over 20 years of experience and author of "A Holistic Guide to Gut Health." The discussion delves into leaky gut syndrome and its broad implications on overall health, including connections to pros…

Take a peek behind the AWS Heroes and Community Builders programmes with Farrah Campbell, who was a former AWS hero turned AWS employee. Nowadays, Farrah heads up both the AWS Heroes and Community Builders programmes. Links from the episode: How to become an AWS hero by Danielle Heberling S3 no longer charges for unauthorized requests AWS Heroes di…

This was the first episode we’ve done which has been recorded live with an audience! It was hosted at the DDD South West conference in Bristol (UK), and I was joined by a panel of speakers. After introductions, I kicked off the conversation with a question about AI - and then we went from there, taking further dev-related questions from the audienc…