RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_fc2d8ca2-d706-4cf4-a92f-7534d2307017 -- Rendered At Sun, 05 Apr 2026 13:33:17 +0000 Reclaim the Bench https://redcircle.com/shows/reclaim-the-bench en-US All rights reserved. Reclaim the Bench Podcast We aim to amplify the voices and experiences of individuals and communities throughout history to the current day who have been historically excluded, marginalized, oppressed, and exploited in the fields of science and medicine. This encompasses a focus on “unsung heroes” from underrepresented groups who have made major, oft-unrecognized contributions to their fields; examples of exploitation or exclusion of communities of people in the pursuit of medical advancement; and the struggles and triumphs encountered today by members of such groups. We believe it is essential to understand the exclusionary legacy of medical science and patient care in order to move toward a more inclusive, and ultimately more successful, laboratory bench. fc2d8ca2-d706-4cf4-a92f-7534d2307017 We aim to amplify the voices and experiences of individuals and communities throughout history to the current day who have been historically excluded, marginalized, oppressed, and exploited in the fields of science and medicine. This encompasses a focus on “unsung heroes” from underrepresented groups who have made major, oft-unrecognized contributions to their fields; examples of exploitation or exclusion of communities of people in the pursuit of medical advancement; and the struggles and triumphs encountered today by members of such groups. We believe it is essential to understand the exclusionary legacy of medical science and patient care in order to move toward a more inclusive, and ultimately more successful, laboratory bench.

]]> episodic no Reclaim the Bench Podcast business@reclaimthebench.com no bonus Season 2 Update Season 2 Update 1 2 Reclaim the Bench Podcast An update for the long awaited season 2! There is no excuse for this one - except for our busy life in research and Jai (the person writing this description) simply forgetting to upload on time. In this mini episode Jamal and Megan will tell you how we are changing the structure of the show from here on out. Get ready to be informed! An update for the long awaited season 2! There is no excuse for this one - except for our busy life in research and Jai (the person writing this description) simply forgetting to upload on time. In this mini episode Jamal and Megan will tell you how we are changing the structure of the show from here on out. Get ready to be informed!

]]> <p>An update for the long awaited season 2! There is no excuse for this one - except for our busy life in research and Jai (the person writing this description) simply forgetting to upload on time. In this mini episode Jamal and Megan will tell you how we are changing the structure of the show from here on out. Get ready to be informed! </p> 3ffc65ff-8004-44eb-922d-aa5ceac27333 https://www.reclaimthebench.com Thu, 05 Aug 2021 17:51:37 +0000 784 no full Episode 7: His Hands Saved Our 'Blue Babies' - The Legacy of Dr Vivian Thomas Episode 7: His Hands Saved Our 'Blue Babies' - The Legacy of Dr Vivian Thomas 7 1 Reclaim the Bench Podcast Come along with us as we explore the life of the amazing Dr Vivian Thomas; his humble beginnings and how his techniques are still being still being used in heart surgeries for Infant Methemoglobinemia (Blue Baby Syndrome) Come along with us as we explore the life of the amazing Dr Vivian Thomas; his humble beginnings and how his techniques are still being still being used in heart surgeries for Infant Methemoglobinemia (Blue Baby Syndrome)

]]> <p>Come along with us as we explore the life of the amazing Dr Vivian Thomas; his humble beginnings and how his techniques are still being still being used in heart surgeries for Infant Methemoglobinemia (Blue Baby Syndrome)</p> bd343a21-213c-4a3b-97fb-e09507715493 https://www.reclaimthebench.com Sun, 20 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000 5422 no full Episode 6: The Freedom House Paramedics Episode 6: The Freedom House Paramedics 6 1 Reclaim the Bench Podcast In 1967, a group of 26 men from Pittsburg’s struggling Hill District patrolled the streets in an unprecedented way. They were Black men with Afros and uniforms that read Freedom House Paramedics, trained in advanced pre-hospital medical procedures never seen before. The Freedom House story is both fascinating and tragic. This group was the first intensively trained paramedics in the country, and they were made up of individuals from a poor resource-deprived community. Sadly, their contributions have been largely forgotten. In this episode, we highlight the Freedom House Paramedics, a pioneering medical group that was the first of its kind. In 1967, a group of 26 men from Pittsburgh’s struggling Hill District patrolled the streets in an unprecedented way. They were Black men with Afros and uniforms that read Freedom House Paramedics, trained in advanced pre-hospital medical procedures never seen before. The Freedom House story is both fascinating and tragic. This group was the first intensively trained paramedics in the country, and they were made up of individuals from a poor resource-deprived community. Sadly, their contributions have been largely forgotten. In this episode, we highlight the Freedom House Paramedics, a pioneering medical group that was the first of its kind.

]]> <p>In 1967, a group of 26 men from Pittsburgh’s struggling <em>Hill District</em> patrolled the streets in an unprecedented way. They were Black men with Afros and uniforms that read <em>Freedom House Paramedics</em>, trained in advanced pre-hospital medical procedures never seen before. The <em>Freedom House </em>story is both fascinating and tragic. This group was the first intensively trained paramedics in the country, and they were made up of individuals from a poor resource-deprived community. Sadly, their contributions have been largely forgotten. In this episode, we highlight the Freedom House Paramedics, a pioneering medical group that was the first of its kind.</p> 9b989db9-f3ec-4306-8f22-4892081af2fc https://www.reclaimthebench.com Sun, 06 Dec 2020 18:39:15 +0000 3448 no full Episode 5: Dr D The "Resilient" - The First Black Woman Surgeon in the South Episode 5: Dr D The "Resilient" - The First Black Woman Surgeon in the South 5 Reclaim the Bench Podcast Continuing on our theme of inspiring people, let us introduce you to Dr Dorothy Brown, the first black woman to become a surgeon in the deep south of the United States of America. Be inspired by her story of perseverance and listen to Megan and Jamal be dazzled in her resolve to never back down, no matter how they would try to oppress her. Continuing on our theme of inspiring people, let us introduce you to Dr Dorothy Brown, the first black woman to become a surgeon in the deep south of the United States of America. Be inspired by her story of perseverance and listen to Megan and Jamal be dazzled in her resolve to never back down, no matter how they would try to oppress her.

]]> <p>Continuing on our theme of inspiring people, let us introduce you to Dr Dorothy Brown, the first black woman to become a surgeon in the deep south of the United States of America. Be inspired by her story of perseverance and listen to Megan and Jamal be dazzled in her resolve to never back down, no matter how they would try to oppress her.</p> 598b1926-19f5-40af-a3d0-258ffe148012 https://reclaimthebench.com/ep1/ Sun, 22 Nov 2020 04:06:45 +0000 4062 no bonus The Erosion of Medical Consent - A Discussion with Harriet A. Washington The Erosion of Medical Consent - A Discussion with Harriet A. Washington Reclaim the Bench Podcast We had the unbelievable opportunity to have a chat with famous author and educator Harriet A. Washington about her upcoming book - Carte Blanche: The Erosion of Medical Consent We had the unbelievable opportunity to have a chat with famous author and educator Harriet A. Washington about her upcoming book - Carte Blanche: The Erosion of Medical Consent

]]> <p>We had the unbelievable opportunity to have a chat with famous author and educator Harriet A. Washington about her upcoming book - Carte Blanche: The Erosion of Medical Consent</p> 789ba8e1-8340-44a0-9b2a-66c410831dff https://reclaimthebench.com/ep1/ Mon, 16 Nov 2020 04:59:56 +0000 3845 no bonus Discussing the "Father" of Gynecology - An Interview with Dr Lisa Nicholas Discussing the "Father" of Gynecology - An Interview with Dr Lisa Nicholas Reclaim the Bench Podcast We had this amazing opportunity to talk to Dr Lisa Nicholas (specializing in Obstetrics and Gynecology) from UCLA. She provided a lot of insight in the present field of gynecology and its murky origination. We had this amazing opportunity to talk to Dr Lisa Nicholas (specializing in Obstetrics and Gynecology) from UCLA. She provided a lot of insight in the present field of gynecology and its murky origination.

]]> <p>We had this amazing opportunity to talk to Dr Lisa Nicholas (specializing in Obstetrics and Gynecology) from UCLA. She provided a lot of insight in the present field of gynecology and its murky origination.</p> 28997b3d-19c8-4668-8272-5d801e6e6bfe https://reclaimthebench.com/ep1/ Sun, 08 Nov 2020 16:03:49 +0000 2899 no full Episode 4: 100 Years too Young - Remembering The Amazing Dr Rita Levi-Montalcini Episode 4: 100 Years too Young - Remembering The Amazing Dr Rita Levi-Montalcini 4 1 Reclaim the Bench Podcast Perseverance personified: Life and legacy of Nobel Laureate Rita-Levi Montalchini. We discuss the experience, struggles, awards and controversies surrounding her life. Perseverance personified: Life and legacy of Late Nobel Laureate Rita-Levi Montalcini. We discuss the experience, struggles, awards and controversies surrounding her life.

]]> <p>Perseverance personified: Life and legacy of Late Nobel Laureate Rita-Levi Montalcini. We discuss the experience, struggles, awards and controversies surrounding her life.</p> ac908c49-e7ca-4195-9ead-c98c5e28f105 https://reclaimthebench.com/ep1/ Sun, 25 Oct 2020 04:15:00 +0000 4413 no trailer Episode 4 Teaser Episode 4 Teaser Reclaim the Bench Podcast Check out the new trailer for episode 4 where we explore the amazing life of late Dr Rita Levi-Montalcini Trailer for episode 4 where we explore the amazing life of late Dr Rita Levi-Montalcini


Releasing October 25

]]> <p>Trailer for episode 4 where we explore the amazing life of late Dr Rita Levi-Montalcini</p><p><br></p><p>Releasing October 25</p> 7e3caee7-368b-4575-9dc2-1bb781b22430 https://reclaimthebench.com/ep1/ Sat, 24 Oct 2020 07:04:32 +0000 117 no full Episode 3: The "Blood" Banker - The Legacy of Dr Charles Drew Episode 3: The "Blood" Banker - The Legacy of Dr Charles Drew 3 1 Reclaim the Bench Podcast In this week's episode we cover the work of Dr. Charles Drew, a physician-scientist who pioneered the blood banking system almost 80 years ago which is still being used today. Although Drew had much success throughout his career, ranging from research, surgery, teaching, and administration, his career path was riddled with racial barriers. However, Drew's fortitude and meticulous attention to detail were instrumental in overcoming these obstacles. Drew's work has left behind a lasting legacy, and in this episode, we will highlight both his scientific and personal contributions. In this week's episode we cover the work of Dr. Charles Drew, a physician-scientist who pioneered the blood banking system almost 80 years ago which is still being used today. Although Drew had much success throughout his career, ranging from research, surgery, teaching, and administration, his career path was riddled with racial barriers. However, Drew's fortitude and meticulous attention to detail were instrumental in overcoming these obstacles. Drew's work has left behind a lasting legacy, and in this episode, we will highlight both his scientific and personal contributions.

]]> <p>In this week&#39;s episode we cover the work of Dr. Charles Drew, a physician-scientist who pioneered the blood banking system almost 80 years ago which is still being used today. Although Drew had much success throughout his career, ranging from research, surgery, teaching, and administration, his career path was riddled with racial barriers. However, Drew&#39;s fortitude and meticulous attention to detail were instrumental in overcoming these obstacles. Drew&#39;s work has left behind a lasting legacy, and in this episode, we will highlight both his scientific and personal contributions.</p> 49726611-f81b-4101-a677-29d6aff3fce0 https://www.Reclaimthebench.com Sun, 11 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000 4317 no full Episode 2: Dr Rebecca Lee Crumpler - The "Mother" of Modern Gynecology? Episode 2: Dr Rebecca Lee Crumpler - The "Mother" of Modern Gynecology? 2 1 Reclaim the Bench Podcast Listen to Megan and Jamal make the case for Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler, the 1st Black woman to earn a medical degree in the US, to be considered the 'Mother of Gynecology'. Listen to Megan and Jamal make the case for Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler, the 1st Black woman to earn a medical degree in the US, to be considered the 'Mother of Gynecology'. 

]]> <p>Listen to Megan and Jamal make the case for Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler, the 1st Black woman to earn a medical degree in the US, to be considered the &#39;Mother of Gynecology&#39;. </p> 082189d9-ed37-45f8-aa4c-72f7b1d0c33a https://reclaimthebench.com/episode-2/ Sun, 27 Sep 2020 04:05:00 +0000 3517 no bonus An Introduction An Introduction 1 Reclaim the Bench Podcast Episode 1 Jamal and Megan, our co-hosts introduce themselves, our podcast, what our podcast's name signifies and delve into what we are all about. Jamal and Megan, our co-hosts introduce themselves, our podcast, what our podcast's name signifies and delve into what we are all about.

]]> <p>Jamal and Megan, our co-hosts introduce themselves, our podcast, what our podcast&#39;s name signifies and delve into what we are all about.</p> 502878c6-1ea6-4882-8ff1-67ff394b5e4e https://www.Reclaimthebench.com Sun, 13 Sep 2020 14:01:00 +0000 560 no full Episode 1: Did the End Justify the Means? Episode 1: Did the End Justify the Means? 1 1 Reclaim the Bench Podcast In the 19th Century, a plantation physician named James Marion Sims is said to have revolutionized the medical discipline of Obstetrics and Gynecology. As such, Sims has been proclaimed the "Father of Modern Gynecology", and idolized for over one hundred years by numerous statues erected in his honor. However, this depiction only highlights one side of the story. Listen as we uncover the true cost of Sims' pioneering work in the field, through the painful and humiliating exploitation of enslaved African-American women, and learn how this legacy affects the health of Black women in the US today. In the 19th Century, a plantation physician named James Marion Sims is said to have revolutionized the medical discipline of Obstetrics and Gynecology. As such, Sims has been proclaimed the "Father of Modern Gynecology", and idolized for over one hundred years by numerous statues erected in his honor. However, this depiction only highlights one side of the story. Listen as we uncover the true cost of Sims' pioneering work in the field, through the painful and humiliating exploitation of enslaved African-American women, and learn how this legacy affects the health of Black women in the US today.

]]> <p>In the 19th Century, a plantation physician named James Marion Sims is said to have revolutionized the medical discipline of Obstetrics and Gynecology. As such, Sims has been proclaimed the &#34;Father of Modern Gynecology&#34;, and idolized for over one hundred years by numerous statues erected in his honor. However, this depiction only highlights one side of the story. Listen as we uncover the true cost of Sims&#39; pioneering work in the field, through the painful and humiliating exploitation of enslaved African-American women, and learn how this legacy affects the health of Black women in the US today.</p> 7a05d2ef-f4a0-4318-a917-b34e6b2c7389 https://reclaimthebench.com/ Sun, 13 Sep 2020 14:00:00 +0000 3975 yes trailer Episode 1 Teaser Episode 1 Teaser 1 Reclaim the Bench Podcast Please tune in on September 13th 10 AM (EDT) for Episode 1 "Did the End Justify the Means" Megan and Jamal look back at the controversial actions of the so-called "father" of modern gynecology and discuss how deep of an impact systemic racism has had in science and medicine. Please tune in on September 13th 10 AM (EDT) for Episode 1 "Did the End Justify the Means"

Megan and Jamal look back at the controversial actions of the so-called "father" of modern gynecology and discuss how deep of an impact systemic racism has had in science and medicine.

]]> <p>Please tune in on September 13th 10 AM (EDT) for Episode 1 &#34;Did the End Justify the Means&#34;</p><p>Megan and Jamal look back at the controversial actions of the so-called &#34;father&#34; of modern gynecology and discuss how deep of an impact systemic racism has had in science and medicine.</p> 57245260-a64a-47c9-8f41-8b5867299f9b https://www.Reclaimthebench.com/ Sat, 12 Sep 2020 22:10:30 +0000 54 no