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 disconnect between research benchmarks and real-life feasibility. We also discuss the impact of wealth distribution on patient access and trial participation. What happens when hospitals close patient accounts, but research teams still need documentation? How do these trials ensure continuity of care? Join us as we unpack the complexities of conducting research in a government-funded setting.

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 processes that shape the landscape of government-backed research. How do these differences impact trial efficiency, patient access, and innovation? Tune in for an insider’s perspective on the critical nuances of conducting research outside the private sector. Stay tuned for Part 2.

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 dangerous fake drugs that hit the market, and how it all ended with a one-way ticket to prison.

🔥 How did he pull this off?
🔥 How many people did this scam affect?
🔥 And how did the FDA finally shut him down?

Tune in to hear how one man thought he could outsmart the system—until the system came knocking. 🚨