Best Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark Podcasts (2025)

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Dark History of Clinical Trials Episode 4 18:48

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When 26-year-old Markinson suffered a psychotic break, he was given a choice no one should ever face: participate in a clinical trial or face long-term involuntary confinement. What followed was a tragic chain of events—his worsening condition, the helpless fight of a mother trying to save her son, and ultimately, a suicide that would spark a natio…

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Dark History of Clinical Trials Episode 3 21:37

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In this chilling episode of Dark History of Clinical Trials, we explore the devastating 2016 Phase 1 clinical trial in Rennes, France, that left one man dead and several others with lasting neurological damage. Designed to test a new painkiller, the study went catastrophically wrong after investigators escalated the dose without properly analyzing …

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Interview: Navigating Clinical Trials in Government-Funded Hospitals (Part 3) 14:44

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In Part 3 of our series on government-funded clinical trials, we shift the focus to the upsides of working in publicly funded research. From greater patient diversity and broader public health impact to mission-driven work and long-term study follow-through, we highlight what makes this space both rewarding and unique. We also explore what kind of …

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Interview: Navigating Clinical Trials in Government-Funded Hospitals (Part 2) 18:52

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In this continuation of our deep dive into government-funded clinical trials, we explore real-world examples of how these studies operate differently from private pharma-sponsored research. Our guest shares firsthand insights into challenges like proving adverse events without medical records, navigating patient compensation differences, and the di…

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Interview: Navigating Clinical Trials in Government-Funded Hospitals Part 1 13:24

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Part 1: Regulatory In this episode, we sit down with a clinical research coordinator from a government-funded hospital to explore the unique challenges and regulatory differences between publicly funded and private pharmaceutical company-sponsored trials. We discuss key topics such as study selection, start-up timelines, and the distinct approval p…

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FDA: F*** Around and Find Out Episode 7 15:23

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Episode 7: Big Pharma… in a Kitchen?! 🍳💊🚔 What happens when a man decides to skip the lab, the regulations, and basic ethics—and mass-produce fake medication in his own kitchen? The FDA found out. And let’s just say… he fked around and definitely found out. In this episode, we unravel the insane true story of a DIY “pharmaceutical empire,” the dang…

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Dark History of Clinical Trials Episode 2 15:38

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Not all medical disasters stem from unethical research—sometimes, even the most promising trials take a devastating turn. In this episode, we examine a clinical trial that had a flawless safety profile in pre-clinical testing but went horribly wrong when tested in humans. What critical mistakes were made? How did the researchers miss the warning si…

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FDA: F*** Around and Find Out Episode 6 part 2 23:06

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Last time, we uncovered the shocking moment when a doctor running shady clinical trials told the FDA: “This isn’t your jurisdiction.” Well… the FDA disagreed. Now, in Part 2, we’re looking at what happened next. What punishments did he face? Where is he now? And did justice really get served?

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FDA: F*** around and Find out Episode 6 part 1 17:25

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What happens when you tell the FDA "Monitoring my clinical trials is not your jurisdiction". The FDA is known for many things, but in the world of clinical trials, we know that if you F*** around, the FDA will find out. Episode 6 part 1 of Wild FDA audit stories.

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Clinical Trials_Dark History Episode 1 15:04

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In this episode, we uncover the shocking and often tragic history of clinical trials gone wrong. These cases exposed the dire need for ethical oversight in medical research. But from these dark moments came progress: the Belmont Report, informed consent, and strict regulations that protect patients today. Join us as we explore how past mistakes sha…

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Interview with a CRC: What I wish I knew 18:11

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Brittney is back with the Tea in STEM to discuss what she wished she knew as a new coordinator. Some common issues or struggles, and some ways to overcome them.By Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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FDA: F*** Around and Find Out Episode 5 24:07

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The FDA is known for many things, but in the world of clinical trials, we know that if you F*** around, the FDA will find out. Episode 5 of Wild FDA audit stories.By Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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Interview with a Regulatory Specialist: CDISC follow up 19:07

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In this episode of Tea in STEM, we're joined by Nikki Jundt, a seasoned regulatory specialist, to delve into the complexities of Investigator Site File (ISF) maintenance. Nikki shares her expertise and highlights critical challenges faced by research sites, drawing from her recent experience on a CDISC conference panel alongside FDA auditors and CR…

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FDA Decentralized Guidance with Ted Barduson PART 2 13:02

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In Part 2 of our discussion on the FDA’s new guidance for clinical trials, we move from theory to practice. Ted B. from Medvector joins us again to dive into solutions for addressing potential challenges when implementing this new flexibility allowing healthcare providers (HCPs) to conduct visits with Principal Investigator (PI) oversight.…

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FDA Decentralized Guidance with Ted Barduson PART 1 17:26

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In this episode, we dive into the latest FDA guidance expanding flexibility for clinical trials by allowing healthcare providers (HCPs) to conduct visits under Principal Investigator (PI) oversight. What does this mean for patients, research sites, and sponsors? Join us as we sit down with Ted Barduson, COO and Co-founder of Medvector to discuss th…

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Interview with a CRC: What I wish I knew 16:01

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Brittney joins us again for another episode of Interview with a CRC. Today we discuss some of the common problems and issues facing new CRC's and lessons we wish we learned earlier on in our careers.By Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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Interview with a CRA: Part 2 28:12

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Welcome back to Daniel, an accomplished CRA, as he tells us some of his horror site stories! Bonus: Daniel discusses his side gig. The CRA Coach - CRA Training, Clinical Research Associate TrainingBy Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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Interview with a CRA: Part 1 15:22

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Join us as we interview Daniel, a CRA with an impressive career. Anna and Daniel discuss trials and tribulations of the CRA role and the training program Daniel has created to help support CRA's. The CRA Coach - CRA Training, Clinical Research Associate TrainingBy Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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The Golden Nose: Bad Boy of Astrology 11:07

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Not all Scientists match the image of a nerdy, pocket protector wearing, loner, in fact, sometimes they are the ones throwing the biggest parties.By Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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Happy Accidents: ED treatment 10:08

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The Happy Accident of how both the understanding and treatment for ED changed.By Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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CRA Stories: Spilling the Tea 23:46

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Join us as we share some stories written in about CRA's that were not so ethical in their practices.By Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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The Father of Gastroenterology 15:49

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Today we discuss the story of the father of Gastroenterology and his early experiments. TW: Graphic wounds verbally describedBy Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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Interview With a Research Coordinator P2: Sponsor, PI, Patient Issues 22:16

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Brittney Joins us again to discuss some of the hardships of the CRC role. We talk about sponsor/CRC communication, PI involvement, and some of the struggles in recruitment.By Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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FDA Audits: Manufacturing vs Research 15:22

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Ever wonder what happens to devices/IP after it leaves the site? Join us as we discuss FDA Audits with J, who has experience with FDA audits in medical device manufacturing, and how these differ from pre-approval research audits.By Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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To the Discovery of the Undiscoverable 13:57

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Bigfoot- the Myth and Legend and the Scientist who gave up his social standing to try to prove its existence.By Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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CRA: F*** around and Find out 17:33

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CRA Horror stories, Catching the bag guy before the FDA does. This Coordinator was caught by their CRA enrolling an ineligible patient as a birthday gift to their boss.By Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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Interview: Women in STEM 14:59

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Majority of STEM fields are male dominated, but how close is social media to real life of a new woman entering the STEM field. Join us for Interviewing Carmen, a Project Manager in Construction.By Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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Dinosaur Hunters: The friendship fallout 16:05

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Friendship between scientists that lead to one of the biggest fall-outs in history and also some of the biggest discoveries.By Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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FDA: F*** Around and Find Out Episode 3 22:09

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Physicians taking on too much, when it rains it pours, how to handle a divorce and FDA audit at the same time.By Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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Interview With a Research Coordinator 17:57

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Join us for our first interview with a Clinical Research Coordinator. On this episode we discuss Sponsor/Pharma involvement and communication with the site and the inclusivity of technology for patients with diverse backgrounds.By Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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Happy Accidents P5 14:36

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By Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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Dr. Pare- The invention of surgery 16:14

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Dr. Pare the doctor of surgery brought attention to the field and supported new techniquesBy Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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FDA: F*** Around and Find Out Episode 2 25:26

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Unconsented patients, staff untrained... when is busy too much?By Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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Zombie Ants 8:30

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Follow the discovery of amazing world of parasitesBy Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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FDA: F*** Around and Find Out 25:08

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If there is one thing we know for sure, that is when it comes to the FDA, if you f*** around they will find outBy Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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Who Really Invented the Telephone 18:45

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Find out who actually invented the telephone...By Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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Happy Accident P4 12:22

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Explore the happy accidents that have led to amazing discovery!By Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark

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Revival of the Tasmanian Tiger 12:24

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Jurassic park showed the dangers of bringing back the dinosaurs, but what if this concept was used for a more recently extinct species.By Anna Fehr and Alexandria Clark