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Bloodworks 101

223 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago -

Started in 2020, Bloodworks 101 is an Anthem Award-winning, weekly podcast produced by Bloodworks Northwest, a Seattle-based blood bank and research center. Episodes are designed to inspire and educate listeners to donate time, money or blood. 
On Bloodworks 101 you'll meet experts who can discuss everything from the importance of blood donation to trypanophobia (fear of needles). 
Emmy Award-winning producer John Yeager, is joined by a team of gifted storytellers Bill Harper, Helen Pitlick and Juan Cotto. 
In 2024, Bloodworks 101 won its fourth coveted Anthem Award, beating out more than 2,000 entries from 43 nations. 

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Episodes

The Day a Heart Stood Still - Sue Nixon (S1 E10)

April 29, 2020 01:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message The remarkable true story of how Seattle's Sue Nixon owes her life to the quick response of genuine Good Samaritans and paramedics at Medic One, the tireless research of scientists at Bloodworks Northwest's Research Institute, and the blood donations of people she may never meet. But it all started The Day a Heart Stood Still.  

The Day a Heart Stood Still - Sue Nixon (S1 E9)

April 29, 2020 01:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

The remarkable true story of how Seattle's Sue Nixon owes her life to the quick response of genuine Good Samaritans and paramedics at Medic One, the tireless research of scientists at Bloodworks Northwest's Research Institute and the blood donations of people she may never meet. But it all started The Day a Heart Stood Still.  

The Hope of the World - Elizabeth Schneider, Bloodworks' First Convalescent Plasma Donor (S1 E9)

April 26, 2020 01:00 - 8 minutes - 5.58 MB

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message Seattle's Elizabeth Schneider is Bloodworks Northwest's first Convalescent Plasma donor. Convalescent Plasma is donated by those who've tested positive for COVID-19, have recovered and have a clean bill of health for 28 days. In a story with too few happy endings, stories like Elizabeth Schneider's offer the world a measure of something that's been in short supply - hope. 

The Hope of the World: Elizabeth Schneider, Bloodworks' First Convalescent Plasma Donor (S1 E9)

April 26, 2020 01:00 - 8 minutes - 5.55 MB

Seattle's Elizabeth Schneider is Bloodworks Northwest's first Convalescent Plasma donor. Convalescent Plasma is donated by those who've tested positive for COVID-19, have recovered and have a clean bill of health for 28 days. In a story with too few happy endings, stories like Elizabeth Schneider's offer the world a measure of something that's been in short supply - hope. 

Bloodworks Northwest Saved My Life - LinMara Bluebird & Dr. Rebecca Kruse Jarres (S1 E8)

April 23, 2020 01:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message The story of a Bainbridge Island woman, LinMara Bluebird, who says, "Bloodworks Northwest saved my life." Bluebird was diagnosed with a rare form of hemophilia. World class doctors at the Washington Center for Bleeding Disorders say her case was one in a million. This episode sponsored by USI Insurance and Swedish.

Bloodworks Northwest Saved My Life - LinMara Bluebird & Dr. Rebecca Kruse Jarres (S1 E9)

April 23, 2020 01:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

The story of a Bainbridge Island woman, LinMara Bluebird, who says, "Bloodworks Northwest saved my life." Bluebird was diagnosed with a rare form of hemophilia. World class doctors at the Washington Center for Bleeding Disorders say her case was one in a million.

A Ray of Hope - Convalescent Plasma - Dr. Rebecca Haley, Bloodworks Bio (S1 E7)

April 09, 2020 07:00 - 10 minutes - 7 MB

As the Medical Director for Bloodworks Bio, Dr. N. Rebecca Haley’s newest project is one that could, if history is any guide, help save the world. Over the past few months, COVID-19 has disrupted public health systems the world over, leaving officials scrambling to respond.  But Dr. Haley is taking a pioneering path with an old technique, using antibody-rich “convalescent plasma” from donors who’ve recovered from the COVID-19 to transfuse into patients currently sick with it, giving their i...

A Ray of Hope - Convalescent Plasma with Dr. Rebecca Haley (S1 E7)

April 09, 2020 07:00 - 10 minutes - 7.03 MB

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message As the Medical Director for Bloodworks Bio, Dr. N. Rebecca Haley’s newest project is one that could, if history is any guide, have a big impact in worldwide the fight against COVID-19. Over the past few months, the virus has disrupted public health systems the world over, leaving officials scrambling to respond.  But Dr. Haley is taking a pioneering path with a century-old technique, using antibody-rich “convalescent plasma” from...

A Ray of Hope: Convalescent Plasma with Dr. Rebecca Haley (S1 E7)

April 09, 2020 07:00 - 10 minutes - 7 MB

As the Medical Director for Bloodworks Bio, Dr. N. Rebecca Haley’s newest project is one that could, if history is any guide, have a big impact in worldwide the fight against COVID-19. Over the past few months, the virus has disrupted public health systems the world over, leaving officials scrambling to respond.  But Dr. Haley is taking a pioneering path with a century-old technique, using antibody-rich “convalescent plasma” from donors who’ve recovered from COVID-19 to transfuse into patie...

Getting Real About Emergencies - Blood Services Executive VP Vicki Finson (S1 E6)

March 27, 2020 13:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MB

Bloodworks Northwest's Executive Vice President of Blood Services Vicki Finson knows what happens behind the scenes when the blood supply dips to emergency levels. Listen in as she describes her reaction to learning about the February 2020 shooting in downtown Seattle during a severe blood shortage, and her advice to our community to make sure we're ready for the next crisis, including the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic. Co-produced by Bill Harper.

Getting Real About Emergencies - Blood Services Executive VP Vicki Finson

March 27, 2020 13:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

Bloodworks Northwest's Executive Vice President of Blood Services Vicki Finson knows what happens behind the scenes when the blood supply dips to emergency levels. Listen in as she describes her reaction to learning about the February 2020 shooting in downtown Seattle during a severe blood shortage, and her advice to our community to make sure we're ready for the next crisis, including the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic. Co-produced by Bill Harper.

Getting Real About Emergencies - Blood Services Executive VP Vicki Finson (S1 E6)

March 27, 2020 13:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MB

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message Bloodworks Northwest's Executive Vice President of Blood Services Vicki Finson knows what happens behind the scenes when the blood supply dips to emergency levels. Listen in as she describes her reaction to learning about the February 2020 shooting in downtown Seattle during a severe blood shortage, and her advice to our community to make sure we're ready for the next crisis, including the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic. Co-pro...

Born In Crisis - COVID-19 Curt Bailey (S1 E5)

March 16, 2020 13:00 - 5 minutes - 4.13 MB

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message As concern grows over the spread of COVID-19, Bloodworks Northwest, the leading provider of blood in the Pacific Northwest, sounds the alarm. The blood supply in the Pacific Northwest is collapsing. As a result, Bloodworks President & CEO Curt Bailey has a new urgency in his message to donors - "We're not gonna ask anymore." The time to donate is now. In this special episode of Bloodworks 101, Bailey unpacks the thinking behind th...

New Car Giveaway - Mark Gilman (S1 E4)

March 10, 2020 10:00 - 18 minutes - 12.4 MB

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message Imagine winning a brand new car just for donating blood. In this episode, we travel across Puget Sound to Bremerton, Washington and talk to the staff at Haselwood Auto Group who are partnering with Bloodworks Northwest on a unique promotion - a new car giveaway. But there's more to the story than that - a lot more. 

Seven Times as Smart - Dr. N. Rebecca Haley (S1 E3)

March 03, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

Dr. N. Rebecca Haley is Medical Director of Cord Blood Services, the National Marrow Donor Program Donor Center and Apheresis Center at Bloodworks Northwest. She also gives medical direction for Blood Collection Services. She is a hematologist and has more than 20 years of experience in blood center management and biotechnical development. But more than that, Dr. Haley serves as an inspiration to young women considering a career in science. 

Seven Times as Smart - Dr. N. Rebecca Haley

March 03, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

Dr. N. Rebecca Haley is Medical Director of Cord Blood Services, the National Marrow Donor Program Donor Center and Apheresis Center at Bloodworks Northwest. She also gives medical direction for Blood Collection Services. She is a hematologist and has more than 20 years of experience in blood center management and biotechnical development. But more than that, Dr. Haley serves as an inspiration to young women considering a career in science. 

Seven Times as Smart - Dr. N. Rebecca Haley

March 03, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message Dr. N. Rebecca Haley is Medical Director of Cord Blood Services, the National Marrow Donor Program Donor Center and Apheresis Center at Bloodworks Northwest. She also gives medical direction for Blood Collection Services. She is a hematologist and has more than 20 years of experience in blood center management and biotechnical development. But more than that, Dr. Haley serves as an inspiration to young women considering a career i...

The Snowboarding CEO - Curt Bailey Bloodworks 101

February 06, 2020 02:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MB

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message Bloodworks Northwest's new President & CEO is Curt Bailey, a former Marine chopper pilot who takes a snowboarder's approach to leadership in the competitive Seattle health care industry. In 75 years as a Pacific Northwest institution, Bloodworks has always been led by a President & CEO with an M.D. behind his or her name. Curt Bailey comes with an MBA, a background that serves him well. 

The Snowboarding CEO - Curt Bailey Bloodworks 101 (S1 E2)

February 06, 2020 02:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MB

Bloodworks Northwest's new President & CEO is Curt Bailey, a former Marine chopper pilot who takes a snowboarder's approach to leadership in the competitive Seattle health care industry. In 75 years as a Pacific Northwest institution, Bloodworks has always been led by a President & CEO with an M.D. behind his or her name. Curt Bailey comes with an MBA, a background that serves him well. 

Bloodworks 101 Introduction (with host John Yeager)

January 14, 2020 02:00 - 2 minutes - 2.03 MB

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message In this trailer, you'll meet John Yeager, your host for this podcast and find out why people at Bloodworks Northwest are so enthusiastic about the project. In this short piece you'll get a hint of the kind of stories the staff at Bloodworks Northwest will be sharing every month or so.   

Paying it Forward with Tom Newman - Bloodworks 101 (S1 E1)

January 06, 2020 18:00 - 14 minutes - 9.65 MB

Tom Newman is a courier for Seattle-based Bloodworks Northwest. In this episode of the monthly podcast, Bloodworks 101, Newman explains why he'd do this job whether they paid him or not. Tom delivers blood products from Bloodworks Northwest's transit center in Georgetown (on Seattle's South side) to hospitals and blood drives from the Canadian border to Southern Oregon and just about everywhere in Western Washington. He drives hundreds of miles a day in all kinds of traffic but wait til you ...

Paying it Forward with Tom Newman

January 06, 2020 18:00 - 14 minutes - 9.66 MB

Got a story idea for Bloodworks 101? Send us a text message Tom Newman is a courier for Seattle-based Bloodworks Northwest. In this episode of the monthly podcast, Bloodworks 101, Newman explains why he'd do this job whether they paid him or not. Tom delivers blood products from Bloodworks Northwest's transit center in Georgetown (on Seattle's South side) to hospitals and blood drives from the Canadian border to Southern Oregon and just about everywhere in Western Washington. He drives hun...

Paying it Forward with Tom Newman - Bloodworks 101 (E1 S1)

January 06, 2020 18:00 - 14 minutes - 9.65 MB

Tom Newman is a courier for Seattle-based Bloodworks Northwest. In this episode of the monthly podcast, Bloodworks 101, Newman explains why he'd do this job whether they paid him or not. Tom delivers blood products from Bloodworks Northwest's transit center in Georgetown (on Seattle's South side) to hospitals and blood drives from the Canadian border to Southern Oregon and just about everywhere in Western Washington. He drives hundreds of miles a day in all kinds of traffic but wait til you ...