Beyond Clean Podcast
Beyond Clean Podcast · Beyond Clean Media
Show overview
Beyond Clean Podcast has been publishing since 2017, and across the 9 years since has built a catalogue of 982 episodes, alongside 138 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 390 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a several-times-a-week cadence, with the show now in its 32nd season.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 5 min and 36 min — with run-times ranging widely across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Science show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 3 weeks ago, with 48 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2022, with 170 episodes published. Published by Beyond Clean Media.
From the publisher
Even though their tools and equipment touch nearly every surgical patient in the world, how much do you really know about the people, processes, and products used in the Sterile Processing industry? Beyond Clean offers a creative look into the inner workings of a healthcare industry surrounded by challenges, disrupted by change, and committed to getting it right -- every instrument, every time. The team at Beyond Clean will bring on some of the biggest names in surgical instrument reprocessing and provide commentary on the biggest issues facing Sterile Processing professionals, facilities, administrators, manufacturers, and vendors. Join us every week as we explore the hidden world of one of the most important aspect of safe surgical care.
Latest Episodes
View all 982 episodesConfidence in Every Cycle: Reducing Guesswork in Sterilization Monitoring
SPD Fact Check - Not All It's Cracked Up to Be: Rethinking the Post-Cycle Door Habit
SPD Fact Check - Scope Sterilization Standoff: Steam vs. Low-Temp for Rigid Endoscopes
SPD Fact Check - Cupboards, Carts, & Corkboards: Managing Sterile Storage Outside the SPD/OR
The Last Black Speck: How One Team Solved the Debris Problem for Good
On Pathogens & PPE: Taking the Lead in SPD
SPD Fact Check - Now You See Me: When Borescopes Reveal Dirty Instruments
A Speck in Your Eye: Putting an End to the Finger-Pointing
On Pathogens & PPE: Assembly Without Disruptions
SPD Fact Check - The $4,999 Problem: What Invoice Splitting Really Costs SPD Leaders
Problems in the Pipes: Is Water Causing Your Black Specks?
On Pathogens & PPE: Why Brush Selection Matters
SPD Fact Check - Just Roll with It? The Dirty Truth about Instrument Transport
Clear the Air: Rethinking PPE Protection in SPD
A Trail of Breadcrumbs: Getting to the Source of Your Black Speck Issue
On Pathogens & PPE: What's Hiding in Your Lumens
SPD Fact Check - Workin' at the Cart Wash: Exploring SPD's Biggest Washer
S1 Ep 2From Speck to Source: What Exactly Is a "Black Speck?"
When a black speck shows up in a surgical tray, the first question is simple: "What is it?" But as many Sterile Processing teams discover, the answer is anything but straightforward. On this episode of "What the Speck?," global reprocessing expert Dr. Gerhard Kirmse from Aesculap joins us to explore the science of identifying this pesky, unidentified debris and to tackle the question at the center of the mystery: "What exactly is a black speck?" From microscopic analysis and lab testing to on-site investigations inside washers, sterilizers, and steam systems, Dr. Kirmse explains how experts piece together the clues to uncover the real source behind these particles. Tune in to discover how science, collaboration, and a little detective work come together to solve one of SPD's most frustrating mysteries. Over the next 6 weeks, this series dives into one of sterile processing's most frustrating challenges—black specks. From water and steam quality to department culture, risk assessments, and root cause analysis, we're digging into every angle to uncover real answers (and real solutions) for your SPD. A special thanks to our sponsor, Aesculap®, for supporting this podcast series! #BeyondClean #Aesculap #SterileProcessing #WhatTheSpeck #BlackSpecks #SurgicalTrays #Podcast
S2 Ep 8On Pathogens & PPE: Getting Sterile Storage Right
Peel pouches hanging from clips, dust collecting in bins, trays stacked just a little too high… sound familiar? When it comes to sterile storage, small shortcuts can lead to big risks. On this episode of "On Pathogens & PPE," host Jill Holdsworth and co-host Mark Copeland sit down with Tiffany Reece, Malinda Elammari, and Kendall Ashe to dive into the storage challenges showing up in sterile storage areas right now. From creative (but risky) space solutions to confusion around probe storage and vendor access, this group shares where things are breaking down and where teams can make quick changes. Tune in now and take a fresh look at your storage practices, because if it's not stored right, it's not ready for the patient. Over the next 12 weeks, Jill and special guests from across the industry will team up to share actionable strategies for fighting pathogens while building stronger partnerships between Sterile Processing and Infection Prevention teams. Whether you're in SPD, IP, or both—this series is designed to empower you and your team with the knowledge and tools that make a real difference! New episodes of On Pathogens & PPE will release each Tuesday on all Beyond Clean & Transmission Control channels. A special thanks to our Year 2 sponsor, Healthmark, A Getinge Company, for making this series possible. #BeyondClean #TransmissionControl #Healthmark #Getinge #OnPathogensAndPPE #SterileProcessing #InfectionPrevention #Podcast *Disclaimer: The views provided by hosts and guests on this series do not represent any employer, company, or third party, and are solely that of the individuals themselves.
S32 Ep 1SPD Fact Check - The Robot Whisperer: Clearing Up Confusion in Robotic Instrument Reprocessing
Robotic cases aren't slowing down—and neither are the demands on Sterile Processing. On this premiere episode of Beyond Clean's Season 32, "SPD Fact Check," we introduce your co-host for the season, Jaime Amaya, aka "The Robot Whisperer," as she breaks down what it really takes to keep robotic instruments moving safely through SPD. From complex flushing requirements in decontam, to ultrasonic selection and required magnified inspection, Jaime walks us through the steps that can't be rushed or overlooked. She also tackles one of the biggest challenges departments are still trying to solve—how to store these complex instruments safely and efficiently. Whether you're just getting started with robotics or deep in the workflow, this episode is packed with real-world insights you won't want to miss! After finishing this podcast episode, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/episode32-01 Visit our CE Credit Hub at https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #SterileProcessing #Podcast #Season32 #SPDFactCheck #Robotics #InstrumentReprocessing #ComplexDevices #Safety