Rad Chat
by Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara
Rad Chat is a forward-thinking global knowledge hub where healthcare professionals can advance their knowledge and expertise in radiotherapy and oncology by utilising the award winning, first therapeutic radiographer led oncology podcast and social media channels. We're empowering healthcare professionals worldwide by providing free, CPD-accredited radiotherapy and oncology education, by sharing real-world experience, expert insights, best practice and patient perspectives, we're helping healthcare professionals’ advance cancer care and improve patient outcomes.
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Recent Episodes
April 22, 2025
E164: Dr. James Lam - novel machine learning algorithm to identify new cancer drug targets
<p><strong>Trigger Warning:</strong> This episode discusses cancer.</p><p></p><p><strong>Episode 164: </strong>Part of the<strong> workforce and education</strong> series (part 56).</p><p><strong>Description:</strong> In this educational episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Dr. James Lam talking about his career as a medical oncologist and work around developing a novel machine learning algorithm to identify new cancer drug targets.</p><p></p><p>James studied Medicine at Cambridge and completed his MBBS at UCL, qualifying in 2017 with Distinction. He holds an MA(Cantab) for research in retinal neuroscience and was ranked first among all UK Medical Oncology ST3 applicants in 2021.</p><p>Awarded an NIHR Academic Clinical Fellowship, he has contributed to practice-changing oncology trials and cancer cachexia research with the TRACERx Consortium. Now at BioCorteX, he applies computational metagenomics and AI to shaping future cancer care.</p><p>James remains dedicated to oncology research, with a strong interest in nutrition, fitness, and health optimisation.</p><p></p><p><strong>CPD Reflection Points:</strong></p><ol><li>Read through the three publications attached to show notes and reflect upon how this research may impact on clinical practice. </li></ol><p>Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: <a href="https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X">Digital Badge Form</a>.</p><p></p><p><strong>Links from the Episode:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://biocortex.com/">https://biocortex.com/</a></li></ul><p><strong>Research links from the Episode:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://ascopubs.org/doi/10.1200/JCO.2024.42.16_suppl.3086">ASCO Conquer Cancer Award - Differential Clinical Trial Outcomes in Japan and the US</a></li><li><a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-023-02232-8">Nature Medicine Publication - Cancer Cachexia in TRACERx </a></li><li><a href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/biocortex-unveils-critical-bacteria-interactions-in-adc-cancer-treatment-enabled-by-google-cloud-302270040.html#:~:text=LONDON%2C%20Oct.,by%20leveraging%20Google%20Cloud%20technology.">Google Cloud Press Release - Bacterial Interactions in ADC Cancer Treatment</a></li></ul><p><strong>Rad Chat Links:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="http://www.radchat.co.uk/">Rad Chat Website</a></li><li><a href="https://linktr.ee/radchat">Link Tree</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/">Facebook</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk">LinkedIn</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat">TikTok</a></li><li><a href="https://bsky.app/profile/radchat.bsky.social">BlueSky</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259">YouTube</a></li></ul><p><strong>Credits:</strong> Music and jingle credits: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-imaging/">Dr. Ben Potts</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-cooke-2b9502216/">Adam Cooke</a>.</p>
April 14, 2025
E163: Paul Schneider - Living with Metastatic Head and Neck Cancer & Hear the Roar Podcast
<p><strong>Title:</strong> Living with Metastatic Head and Neck Cancer & Hear the Roar Podcast</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Trigger Warning:</strong> This episode discusses cancer, cancer diagnostics, cancer treatments, metastatic disease, death and dying.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Episode163: Part of the Living with and Beyond Series(Part53)</strong></p><p><strong>Description:</strong> In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Paul Schneider, who shares his experience with cancer and the support he received from charities like Swallows Head and Neck Cancer Charity and how he used his experiences to set up Hear the Roar podcast.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>CPD Reflection Points:</strong></p><ol><li>How can you integrate the insights from the podcast into your practice to improve patient care?</li><li><strong>Understand the psychosocial impact of HNC</strong> on patients, including the emotional and psychological challenges, and how to provide supportive care.</li><li><strong>Evaluate the quality of life(QoL) factors for patients</strong> diagnosed with HNC and strategies to improve QoL during and after treatment.</li></ol><p>Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: <a href="https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X">Digital Badge Form</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Links from the Episode:</strong></p><ul><li>To see Paul using the PBM equipment and his experience at the time <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qdci65n-Ljc">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qdci65n-Ljc</a></li><li>To download the Hear the Roar podcast interviews, visit <a href="https://heartheroar.buzzsprout.com/">https://heartheroar.buzzsprout.com</a></li><li>Swallows cancer charity. <a href="https://theswallows.org.uk">https://theswallows.org.uk</a></li></ul><p><strong>Research links from the Episode:</strong></p><ul><li>Quality Assessment of PBM Protocols for Oral Complications in Head and Neck Cancer Patients: Part 1. <a href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9300948/">https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9300948/</a></li><li>Serious Long-Term Effects of Head and Neck Cancer from the Survivors’ Point of View. <a href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10048748/">https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10048748/</a></li></ul><p><strong>Rad Chat Links:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="http://www.radchat.co.uk">Rad Chat Website</a></li><li><a href="https://linktr.ee/radchat">Link Tree</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/">Facebook</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk">LinkedIn</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat">TikTok</a></li><li><a href="https://bsky.app/profile/radchat.bsky.social">BlueSky</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259">YouTube</a></li></ul><p><strong>Credits:</strong> Music and jingle credits: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-imaging/">Dr. Ben Potts</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-cooke-2b9502216/">Adam Cooke</a>.</p>
April 7, 2025
E162: Priyanka Pandya - When Mummy Had Cancer
<p><strong>Trigger Warning:</strong> This episode discusses cancer and talking to children about a cancer diagnosis. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Episode</strong>162, which is part of the living with and beyond cancer series. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Description:</strong> In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with guest Priyanka Pandya. When Priyanka Pandya was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2022, her world shifted overnight. </p><p><br></p><p>A devoted teacher, children’s life coach, and mother of two young daughters, Priyanka faced an unimaginable challenge, navigating her illness while raising her girls, who were just 4 and 2 at the time. But instead of shielding them from the harsh reality, she chose to open up through gentle, honest conversations. She answered their questions, addressed their fears, and created a space where they could express their emotions freely.</p><p><br></p><p>This experience inspired Priyanka to write ‘<strong>When Mummy Had Cancer’</strong>, a heartfelt picture book that helps families talk about illness in an age-appropriate way. Told through the innocent eyes of a young girl, the book captures the emotional rollercoaster that children experience when a parent is unwell. It’s more than just a story, it’s a tool that empowers families to have honest, supportive conversations about difficult topics.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>CPD Reflection Points:</strong></p><ol><li>What support mechanisms are in place for parents undergoing radiotherapy while caring for young children, and how do these mechanisms address both the emotional and practical challenges they face?</li><li>Reflect upon the quality of the literature available to patients who may be having to have difficult conversations with their children. Are there further resources you could make available?</li><li>Read the associated literature and reflect upon how your practice may develop to further support patients with young children. </li></ol><p>Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: <a href="https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X">Digital Badge Form</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Links from the Episode:</strong></p><ul><li>As a certified children’s life coach, Priyanka now dedicates her time to supporting families through 1:1 coaching sessions and school workshops. Through her practice, <strong>Priyanka Pandya Life Coach(</strong><a href="https://priyankapandyalifecoach.com">https://priyankapandyalifecoach.com</a>).</li><li>When Mummy Had Cancer is a touching story about a family’s journey through a challenging time, told from a child's perspective. It explores fear, sadness, and bravery as the family faces Mummy's illness together. Beautiful illustrations gently help kids understand emotions, offering hope and comfort. <a href="https://amzn.eu/d/0yV9hAn">https://amzn.eu/d/0yV9hAn</a></li><li>The Psychosocial Effect of Parental Cancer: Qualitative Interviews with Patients’ Dependent Children. <a href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9857104/">https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9857104/</a></li><li>Cancer parents’ experiences of parenting concerns about minor children: A meta-synthesis of qualitative studies. <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666142X24000377">https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666142X24000377</a></li><li>Supporting families when a significant adult has cancer with caring responsibilities for dependent children (<18 years old). <a href="https://www.ulster.ac.uk/research/topic/nursing-and-health/caring-for-people-with-complex-needs/cancer/family-centred-cancer-care">https://www.ulster.ac.uk/research/topic/nursing-and-health/caring-for-people-with-complex-needs/cancer/family-centred-cancer-care</a></li></ul><p><strong>Rad Chat Links:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="http://www.radchat.co.uk">Rad Chat Website</a></li><li><a href="https://linktr.ee/radchat">Link Tree</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/">Facebook</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk">LinkedIn</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat">TikTok</a></li><li><a href="https://bsky.app/profile/radchat.bsky.social">BlueSky</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259">YouTube</a></li></ul><p><strong>Credits:</strong> Music and jingle credits: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-imaging/">Dr. Ben Potts</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-cooke-2b9502216/">Adam Cooke</a>.</p>
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