Let's Talk About SACT

In this episode we are joined by Nikita Ponda. We discuss the pharmacist role in a melanoma charity, we discuss TrialFinder, developments in melanoma and much more.

In this episode we are joined by Dani Binnington, founder of Menopause and Cancer (https://menopauseandcancer.org/). We discuss Dani's journey as a cancer patient going through menopause, guidance and best practice. Link for Non-hormonal-based treatments for menopausal symptoms guidance: https://thebms.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/04-BMS-ConsensusStatement-Non-hormonal-based-treatments-for-menopausal-symptoms-NOV2025-C.pdf

In this episode we are joined by Alice Tew and Meera Desai. We discuss the history of the immunotherapy group, how and why it was established and how its work has evolved. We explore key projects including improving equity of access to second-line agents, the development of immunotherapy monographs, upcoming priorities for the group and much more.

In this episode we are joined by Alia Nizam. We discuss the Cancer Research UK Consent Form Project. We explore how and why the project was developed, what's involved in creating consent forms and much more.

In this episode we are joined by Andrew Hantel, Stephen Hibbs and Lauren Merz. We discuss the Duffy Null variant. Specifically what it is, the history, clinical impact and much more.

In this episode we are joined by Hana, also known as @pharmadrama on Instagram. Hana is a hospital pharmacist based in the UK who creates content about pharmacy practice, especially in the field of cancer care. We discuss online cancer misinformation, how to tackle it and much more.

In this episode we are joined by Suzanne Frank. We discuss Inavo120 (Inavolisib-Based Therapy in PIK3CA-Mutated Advanced Breast Cancer) study. We discuss the relevance of the data and how it might change practice going forward. This study is available to read at https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2404625 and the update at https://ascopubs.org/doi/10.1200/JCO.2024.42.16_suppl.1003

In this episode we are joined by Benjamin Dowsing. We discuss what cardio-oncology is, baseline monitoring, managing patients who develop cardiotoxicity, long term cardiac follow-up and much more.

In this episode we are joined by Bhumik Patel. We discuss what a paediatric palliative care pharmacist does, common symptoms experienced by patients in paediatric palliative care, managing complex polypharmacy in the very young, challenges around unlicensed and off label medication use and much more.

In this episode we are joined by Emma Williams . We discuss what virtual assessment pathway clinics are, how they were set up at Velindre Cancer Centre, feedback, and much more.

In this episode we are joined by Ben Nelson. We discuss a paper titled “Personalized RNA neoantigen vaccines stimulate T cells in pancreatic cancer”. This paper is available at: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10171177/

In this episode we are joined by Julian Barwell. We discuss predictions for what 21st century healthcare is going to look like, what will doctors be doing and how we can train them, balancing digital and molecular progress and much more.

In this episode we are joined by Chiara Creed, Shumi Tattersfield and Jane Neerkin. We discuss what elastomeric pumps are, clinical applications, advantages and much more.

In this episode we are joined by Caroline Wilson and Alison Taylor. We discuss what acute oncology services are and why they are crucial, how cancer patients are supported, common emergencies and much more.

In this episode we are joined by Naima Fowlis. We discuss having difficult conversations with patients and staff. We cover the process of breaking bad news, supporting emotional reactions, balancing professionalism and compassion, team dynamics and much more.

In this episode we are joined by Chris Salmen. We discuss what DLBCL is, diagnosis, management and much more.

In this episode we are joined by Apini Patel. We discuss what hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) is and how it’s used as a cancer treatment, administration of HIPEC, supporting patients undergoing HIPEC and much more.

In this episode we are joined by Robin Woolcock. We discuss Robin's experience with TNBC, the reason for setting up The UK Charity for TNBC, available support for patients and staff and much more. To access the website click the following link: https://www.ukcharityfortnbc.org/

In this episode we are joined by Alison Berner. We discuss available resources to better support transgender patients, special considerations, creating supportive and inclusive environments and much more.

In this episode we are joined by Pinkie Chambers. We discuss her current research project, the role of a pharmacist as a principal investigator and getting involved in research.

In this episode we are joined by Nusrat Latif. We discuss the British Asian Cancer Charity, current initiatives at tackling inequalities, current projects, campaigns and much more.

In this episode we are joined by the BOPA chair, Joe Williams. We discuss changes in the executive committee, plans for BOPA in 2024 and reflect on the past year.

In this episode we are joined by Helen Thompson. We discuss the Cancer Research UK (CRUK) Charity. We discuss key features of the CRUK website, unique resources, how CRUK can support patients and healthcare staff as well as other topics.

In this episode we are joined by Chris Salmen. We discuss high dose methotrexate . We delve into pharmacokinetics, toxicities, monitoring requirements and Chris' experience.

In this episode we are joined by Susanne Kricke. We discuss what JMML is, symptoms, treatments and Susanne’s research.

In this episode we are joined by Imran Lasker. We discuss different scanning modalities, how pharmacists can request scans and what should be included in scan requests.

In this episode we are joined by Liz O'Riordan. We discuss her career as a breast surgeon, what it's like to be a cancer patient, sex, and top tips for healthcare professionals. Liz O'Riordan has a fantastic podcast "So Now I've Got Breast Cancer", available at: https://open.spotify.com/show/4pXPnBxEhIDjfMNCgnBTDI

In this episode we are joined by Ricky Frazer. We discuss what immunotherapy is, toxicities, multidisciplinary team working within immunotherapy, the role of pharmacy teams in managing immunotherapy and the highly successful “The Immunobuddies” podcast. The Immunobuddies podcast can be found at: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-immunobuddies/id1687866517

In this episode we are joined by Netty Cracknell , Suzanne Frank, Chandra Maraj, Calum Polwart and Ade Williams. This is our live podcast “Changing Landscape of Cancer Pharmacy in 2023” from the BOPA 2023 symposium in Wales. We discuss pharmacy technician roles, existing capacity issues, community pharmacy involvement in cancer services and much more. The questions for this podcast have been submitted by our live audience at the symposium.

In this episode we are joined by Evelyn Handel and Netty Cracknell, president and president elect of The International Society of Oncology Pharmacy Practitioners. We discuss what ISOPP is, its initiatives, achievements, challenges and make the big announcement!

In this episode we are joined by Alex Langridge. We discuss the BUKU Medicine app, its features, the thoughts behind it and how to utilise it in practice.

In this episode we are joined by Rachael Barton and Steph Hatcliffe. We discuss palliative and radical radiotherapy, side effects and their management and the set up of a palliative radiotherapy service in Hull.

In this episode we are joined by Gemma Hicks, Fan Iek Cheng and Jennifer Pirrie. We cover roles of pharmacy technicians within the CAR-T setting, benefits to patients and staff, commissioning of CAR-T in Scotland and much more. For more information contact: [email protected], [email protected] and [email protected].

In this episode we are joined by Catherine Quinlan. We discuss peripheral neuropathy, its impact on patients, preventative measures, current research and Catherine’s experience at the MASCC/ISOO Annual Meeting.

In this episode we are joined by Netty Cracknell and Jonathan Knight. We discuss reasons for the BOPA Verification Passport, the benefits for staff and patients and its upcoming release.

In this episode we are joined by Jessica Pealing. We cover what CAR-T is, patients eligibility, administration, toxicities and much more.

In this episode we are partnering with our colleagues from The Canadian Association of Pharmacy in Oncology (CAPhO). We are joined by Tiffany Nguyen and discuss a variety of research projects happening in Canada. We discuss pharmacists managing patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors, a community pharmacy engagement initiative for oral anticancer drugs, research in climate stewardship as well as international collaboration on research projects.

In this episode we are joined by Geeta Sandhu and Carla Scuderi from Australia. We talk about kidney dysfunction, how it affects anticancer medicines and the anticancer drug dosing in Kidney dysfunction guideline

In this episode we are joined by Andrea Preston and Nick Duncan. We discuss CML, challenges facing patients and the "My CML" app.

In this episode we are joined by Joanne Collins. We discuss the role of the supportive care pharmacist, how it has evolved, its role in the future and general supportive care.

In this episode we are joined by Vanya Slavova-Boneva. We discuss the history of geriatric oncology and the complexities of managing elderly cancer patients.

In this episode we are joined by Nicola Armstrong, Emma Brownbridge and Rebecca Toole. We discuss their role, as pharmacy technicians, in SACT administration, their experiences and how this innovative project was developed.

In this episode we are joined by Claire Kennedy. We discuss the role of pharmacy technicians in SACT verification, how the project was created and Claire's experience.

In this episode we are joined by Dharmisha Chauhan. We discuss the role and the future of genomics in cancer services.

In this episode we are joined by Stewart O'Callaghan. We discuss their cancer diagnosis, their journey as a member of the LGBTQ+ community and how to better support members of this community in cancer services.

In this episode we are joined by Bastiaan Buijtenhuijs. We discuss the role of AI in cancer services.

In this episode we are joined by Joe Williams, the BOPA chair. We discuss Joe's career, Michal's career and the plans for BOPA in 2023.

A short welcome and introduction to the Let's Talk About SACT podcast hosted by the British Oncology Pharmacy Association.