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Patient Empowerment Program: A Rare Disease Podcast

n-Lorem Foundation (Dr. Stan Crooke, Amy Williford, Kim Butler, Andrew Serrano, Jon Magnuson, and Kira Dineen)

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Join the nano-rare disease community! Interviews features leading physicians, scientists, biotech experts, and patient advocates. Lessons teach core concepts about drugs. Our host Dr. Crooke has led the creation of antisense technology and his foundation, n-Lorem, is using this powerful technology to discover, develop, and provide personalized experimental antisense oligonucleotide medicines to nano-rare patients for free, for life. n-Lorem is a non-profit organization established to apply t ...
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In this episode host Dan Alger introduces our ninth season, which will have a special focus on liturgy and how it relates to church planting in the Anglican context. He discusses the significance of liturgy as "the work of the people," rooted in scripture and designed to offer right praise to God. The conversation features Fr. Ben Sharpe, a longtim…
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Two years of treatment—two years of strength, courage, and blazing a trail for other nano-rare patients! 🎉 Susannah's story was the first shared on the Patient Empowerment Program podcast. Now, two years later, her father, Luke Rosen, and her physician, Dr. Jennifer Bain, detail Susannah’s remarkable progress since beginning regular treatments—high…
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Take a glimpse behind the curtain as we offer you a sneak peek of the 2024 Nano-rare Patient Colloquium. We’re thrilled to welcome back longtime biotech journalist and current Features Editor of The Transmitter, Brady Huggett, to the podcast. In an interview with n-Lorem founder and CEO Stan Crooke, they preview the upcoming Colloquium, diving into…
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Hongene Biotech is a producer of RNA building blocks – the first step for what’s possible in RNA drug-discovery and development. David Butler, Ph.D., Chief Technology Officer of Hongene, joins the Patient Empowerment Program to discuss why Hongene aims to help make RNA medicines accessible and affordable for patients everywhere, regardless of preva…
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The concluding episode of the Knowledge is Power series. The knowledge we are gaining at n-Lorem has even more value than benefiting nano-rare patients and their families. These insights will enable scientists to discover new therapeutic targets for both common and rare diseases, fundamentally changing the way we approach health and disease. Survey…
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The knowledge we are gaining at n-Lorem has even more value than benefiting nano-rare patients and their families. These insights will enable scientists to discover new therapeutic targets for both common and rare diseases, fundamentally changing the way we approach health and disease. Survey – Patient Empowerment Program PodcastRegister for the 20…
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Paul Compton and his wife Andrea chose to start a family through adoption. Unknown to anyone, one of their adopted boys, Taeson, was the inheritor of DRPLA, a progressive brain disorder caused by a mutation in the ATN1 gene. Determined to find a treatment and advocate for their son and others with the disease, the Comptons established CureDRPLA. In…
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Mutations affecting ion channels are the most common cause of 'applications for treatment' submitted to n-Lorem. These channels regulate the passage of essential electrically charged ions, like sodium, potassium, calcium, and chloride, into cells. Alas, ion channels pose a significant challenge in the ASO discovery process, as there is little room …
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The affected organs of our patients determine the route of administration for an ASO, as certain routes can better target specific organs and offer the best potency. The central nervous system (CNS) is the most common target we encounter, and for this, we dose intrathecally. Let’s dive into how this is done and the particulars of why this approach …
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Konstantina Skourti-Stathaki leads the n-Lorem research team behind the design and discovery of ASOs. Nadina, as we at n-Lorem call her, has a passion for helping patients and an excitement for science that is contagious. She joins the Patient Empowerment Program podcast to discuss her day-to-day activities as n-Lorem’s Director of ASO Design and D…
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We’re recapping the 2023 Nano-rare Patient Colloquium in this special “Best of” episode. For the Colloquium, we gathered the nano-rare community under one single roof for a full day of presentations and panels with experts, partners, supporters, and patients. So, we are bringing some of the top moments directly to your speakers. Discover the origin…
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In the last episode of Season 8, Canon Dan is joined by Fr. Tony Melton to talk about bold, traditional, and sacramental church planting. This conversation will encourage and challenge you to consider what it means to boldly take our tradition outside the walls of our churches. Also: We are hosting a virtual conference on October 9th and 10th, The …
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What's preventing insurers from covering the specialized care of patients with nano-rare mutations, thereby expanding access to available treatment options? Is it the population size, cost, or perceived risk? Given that the initial discovery of nano-rare mutations is relatively recent, paving the way for this population requires a nuanced approach …
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Stan Crooke speaks with Sonja Kampfer and Dr. Neil Shneider, associate professor of motor neuron disorders at Columbia Medical School, about Sonja’s daughter, Anna. Anna was diagnosed with an aggressive, fatal form of ALS at the age of 16. ALS is rare in teenagers, and this form of ALS is the worst of the worst. Sonja tells Anna’s story initial sym…
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In this episode, Canon Dan is joined by Julie Lane Gay to discuss her upcoming book, "The Riches of Your Grace: Living in the Book of Common Prayer." Julie, a writer and trained horticulturist, explores the impact of the Book of Common Prayer on her daily life. She shares how the BCP serves as both a personal and communal guide to prayer, making li…
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Motherhood is a journey filled with challenges, but every step is worth it for the love and joy it brings. Zoe Hummel joins the show in this special Mother’s Day episode to discuss her son Mostyn’s emotional story to diagnosis, and the unique challenges and triumphs of being a nano-rare mom. Order your Mother's Day card by May 6, 2024! All proceed …
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In this episode, Canon Dan Alger discuss the significant role of writing in church planting with Alastair Sterne, an experienced church planter and author based in British Columbia, Canada. Alastair shares his journey from becoming a Christian to founding his own church, emphasizing how writing—from newsletters to blogs and books—has been integral …
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Research physicians and their associated institutions are monumental to the mission of the n-Lorem Foundation and are truly transformational to the lives of the nano-rare patients they treat. Olivia Kim-McManus, M.D., was one of four physician panelists at our first Colloquium who participated in "A Physician's Perspective on n-Lorem and Nano-rare"…
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In this episode, our very own Janie Williams hosts a conversation with Vandi Melton and Kirstin Magnuson. Delving into the intricacies of planting a church alongside one's spouse, they candidly explore both the joys and trials encountered along the way. They offer valuable insights and practical wisdom applicable to anyone, whether directly involve…
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Genetics can be intricate, no doubt. With millions of mutations present in every human, one might wonder why not everyone is impacted by pathogenic diseases. The Patient Empowerment Program aims to assist you in grasping the fundamental concepts of various mutations and how they function, paving the way for you to enhance your understanding of gene…
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In this episode, Canon Dan Alger and Brandon Walsh delve into the significance of creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurialism in church planting. They discuss the importance of equipping individuals for vocational ministry, the benefits of sacramental theology, embracing the risk of failure, as well as confronting fears associated with launching…
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Each time one of the cells in your body divides to form a new cell, 3 BILLION genetic letters must be accurately duplicated. That’s a big number and mistakes DO happen in everyone. That’s right, if you’re reading this, you have a genetic mutation. On This Episode We Discuss: Your genetic alphabet – nucleotides How to think about DNA Replication Typ…
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In this episode, Canon Dan Alger hosts a helpful conversation with Bishop Dan Gifford of the Anglican Network in Canada. They talk about the role and purpose of bishops, the benefits of episcopal governance for church planting, as well as how bishops can advocate for church planting. Just a reminder: This season of our podcast is brought to you by …
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What's one way to spread hope? By sharing your experiences and connecting with others who truly understand the everyday challenges nano-rare patients face. Shanna Tolbert was one of five nano-rare patient caregivers who participated in the panel, The Perilous Journey to Diagnosis and Treatment for Nano-rare Disease Patients. Listen to Shanna’s take…
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In this episode, Canon Dan Alger connects with our friend Daniel Yang (World Relief). Daniel is well acquainted with the world of church planting, having planted churches himself and also through his time at The Send Institute at the Billy Graham Center at Wheaton College. Daniel is a friend of Anglicanism, and we asked him to give his perspective …
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For n-Lorem’s Chief Operating Officer, Sarah Glass, the mission of n-Lorem is personal. Her son Ethan was diagnosed with a nano-rare mutation. A geneticist by training, she joined n-Lorem to oversee and direct the organization’s efforts to provide hope and potential help to those who need it most. It's more than just a job for her; she's powered by…
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In this episode, Canon Dan Alger hosts a captivating conversation with Jim Salladin from Emmanuel Anglican Church, NY. They delve into the dynamics of urban centers, discussing their beauty, brokenness, and the profound wonder and awe inherent in proclaiming the gospel within cities. This conversation offers great insights into the challenges and o…
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Charissa Lipman joins n-Lorem founder and CEO, and host of the Patient Empowerment Program Podcast, Dr. Stan Crooke, in this question-and-answer episode to discuss additional questions asked during the 2023 Nano-rare Patient Colloquium. Charissa attended the inaugural Colloquium in October 2023 and brings the perspective of a patient family member,…
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This episode of our podcast features a conversation between Canon Dan and Jon Thompson, a pastor and author based in Ontario, Canada. They talk about the role of perseverance in church planting (and ministry in general), and how our understanding of calling can fuel us to press on. Make sure you check out Jon's new book Perseverance, as well as his…
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We're diving into the archives to resurface this top downloaded episode from last year. Dan Doctoroff joined Patient Empowerment Program in February 2023 to talk about his mission to support a world where everyone with ALS lives. Dan is the former NYC deputy mayor for economics and former CEO of both Bloomberg L.P. and Sidewalk Labs. In this episod…
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This episode of our podcast features a conversation between Canon Dan and Kevin Harlan from Made to Flourish (madetoflourish.org). Delving into the intersection of daily work realities and spiritual formation, they explore the significance of integrating these aspects into all our endeavors. The discussion also sheds light on the advantage of a wel…
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For the return of the patient empowerment program podcast, we’re recapping the 2023 Nano-rare Patient Colloquium in this special “Best of” episode. For the Colloquium, we gathered the nano-rare community under one single roof for a full day of presentations and panels with experts, partners, supporters, and patients. So, we are bringing some of the…
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Nano-rare diseases strip power from families and this often leads to hopelessness, anger, and dread. However, channeling these intense emotions to carefully navigate risk/benefit decisions is within one’s control. n-Lorem is different than standard drug development settings. Every risk/benefit decision that n-Lorem makes is in the context of the in…
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“How to Think About Risk” is arguably the most crucial topic ever discussed on the Patient Empowerment Program. Navigating decisions with substantial risk can be challenging, intricate, and even intimidating. The ability to detach from the intense emotions surrounding these choices is critical for making the best and most logical decisions. On This…
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Jeff Carroll, Ph.D., inherited a gene that will eventually lead to symptoms of Huntington’s Disease. Alongside researching this debilitating disease as an Associate Professor of Neurology at the University of Washington, he’s a Scientific Advisor for n-Lorem and member of the Access to Treatment Committee (ATTC) that helps screen and assess submitt…
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Chip Wilson, the creator of Lululemon and SOLVE FSHD, stands as a pioneer, business innovator, philanthropist, and a person affected by a rare disease. His passion for fitness led him to build a successful career in designing athletic wear, but a diagnosis of Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD), a degenerative muscle condition, altered hi…
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The Autonomic Nervous System automatically controls essential processes whether you’re awake or asleep. It’s the employee of the month. It gets the job done at any time of the day without you even having to ask it. It is our body’s autopilot system, controlling functions we often take for granted, like heart rate, digestion, pupil dilation, and eve…
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Dr. Daniel Curran leads Takeda’s efforts to unlock innovation and deliver transformative medicines in a variety of rare-disease areas. Dan embraces learning from, collaborating with, and meeting members of the rare disease community in an effort to produce treatments that result in better health and a brighter future for rare. 2:02 How rare disease…
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As the first ever Nano-rare Patient Colloquium is just around the corner, we are flipping the script. Spectrum News’ Brady Huggett interviews n-Lorem founder and CEO, Dr. Stan Crooke, and picks his mind to understand the inspiration behind the creation and want for this first of its kind nano-rare community event. Along with some background informa…
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Here a bonus episode of the Always Forward Podcast! Listen in on a conversation between Canon Jeff Bailey and Rev. Claude Atcho, Vicar of Church of the Resurrection in Charlottesville, VA, and author of the Reading Black Books (available everywhere books are sold).In this engaging dialogue, Jeff and Claude delve into the profound ways our Anglican …
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Liver disease is a broad term encompassing a range of conditions that affect the liver's structure and function. The liver is extremely important as it wears many different hats when it comes to your body functioning properly like controlling metabolism, storing and breaking down nutrients for use, detoxification and more! No wonder there are many …
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On this special unscheduled episode of the Always Forward Podcast Canon Dan speaks with Fr Jason Hill, planter at Kingsfield Mission in Maui, Hawaii. Learn how this young church plant is helping with relief efforts in the wake of the tragic wildfires and how you can support this sister church plant as they bring hope amid the flames.Find out more a…
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The liver is a master chemist that sends copious signals to help control our appetite and breaks down fats to be stored and used as energy and to combat starvation. Next time you’re hangry, think of your liver kicking into overdrive. On This Episode We Discuss: Producing countless small chemical metabolites Controlling iron homeostasis The liver an…
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The liver has many important and magical metabolic functions. It converts the nutrients in our diets into substances that the body can use and filters toxic substances out from the body. You won't believe the sheer metabolic mayhem that happens behind the scenes!Oleh n-Lorem Foundation (Dr. Stan Crooke, Amy Williford, Kim Butler, Andrew Serrano, Jon Magnuson, and Kira Dineen)
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Argonaut Manufacturing Services Inc. CEO, Wayne Woodard, joins the Patient Empowerment Program to detail how Argonaut bottles vials of hope for n-Lorem patients. Argonaut is n-Lorem's provider of Sterile Fill-Finish for an optimal ASO. This means that the lyophilized ASO powder, which was manufactured with good manufacturing practices (GMP), gets f…
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Gay Grossman is the mother of an n-Lorem patient and co-founder of ADCY5.org. She has been active in the rare disease space for 25+ years and continues to fight and advocate for patients every single day by connecting ADCY5 families, speaking at events, and informing the entire rare community. On Wednesday, Gay joins the Patient Empowerment Program…
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Brace yourself for a deep dive into the various categories of lung disease. Obstructed airways and restricted blood flow pose significant risks to your body. So, learn preventive measures to safeguard your respiratory health. From pneumonia to the disruption of pulmonary blood flow, we'll explore the different culprits that block the flow of air an…
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