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Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell Podcast
Cheat Codes is a podcast about sickle cell disease and is intended for patients, caregivers, providers, and the greater community of people who are impacted by it. Each episode of Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell Podcast strives to provide listeners with critical education, the latest scientific updates, and voices from the sickle cell community. Join an inclusive community and build connections with other hemolytic anemia allies by following @AllyVoicesRising on Instagram. Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell…
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Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastWarrior Takeover with Dr. Biree Andemariam, Physician-Scientist at UConn Health
In another special Sickle Cell Warrior Takeover of Cheat Codes, Golie Green sits down with Dr. Biree Andemariam, a physician-scientist at the University of…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastWarrior Takeover with Brian Goff, CEO of Agios Pharmaceuticals
In this special Sickle Cell Warrior Takeover of Cheat Codes, Kyle Smith and Shamonica Wiggins-Mayes sit down with Brian Goff, CEO of Agios Pharmaceuticals, for…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastLegends of Sickle Cell - Dr. Miguel Abboud (Arabic Edition)
This special episode of Cheat Codes marks the podcast's first-ever conversation in Arabic, expanding the global reach of sickle cell education and advocacy…
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Legends of Sickle Cell - Dr. Miguel Abboud
In this inspiring Legends of Sickle Cell episode of Cheat Codes, Dr. Z and Dr. C sit down with Dr. Miguel Abboud, a global leader whose work has shaped modern…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastUnderstanding How Treatments Get Approved - What It Means for You
Dr. Z and Dr. C sit down with Dr. Sarah Gheuens, Chief Medical Officer and Head of R&D at Agios Pharmaceuticals, to break down one of the most frequently heard…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastREPLAY: Good Sickle Cell Care
To commemorate World Sickle Cell Day 2026, the Cheat Codes podcast is re-releasing this powerful live episode from the 2025 National Alliance of Sickle Cell…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastSickle Cell in the Media: Scene & Heard - SCDAA Masterclass
This SCDAA Masterclass, a special episode of Cheat Codes, was recorded live at the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc. (SCDAA) 2025 Annual…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastRenal Complications with Sickle Cell Disease
In this powerful episode of Cheat Codes, Dr. Z and Dr. C sit down with Dr. Santosh Saraf, one of the leading experts on kidney disease in sickle cell, to break…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastLearnings from the Red Cell Revolution
This special crossover episode brings together advocates from PK deficiency, thalassemia, and sickle cell disease to share insights from the Red Cell…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastHealth Related Quality of Life Metrics & Health Outcomes in SCD
In this episode of Cheat Codes, Dr. Z and Dr. C sit down with Dr. Nirmish Shah of Duke University for a deep dive into how technology, wearables, and…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastRising Stars in Sickle Cell: Dr. Sharl Azar
In this episode of Cheat Codes, Dr. Sharl Azar joins the hosts to discuss his journey from Oregon to leading the sickle cell program at Mass General in Boston…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastDriving Change: MiCaringHeart & the Fight for Sickle Cell Care
On this episode, Dr. Z and Dr. C welcome Shayan Siddiqui, founder of MiCaringHeart, to discuss his impactful work supporting sickle cell patients in Detroit…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell Podcast'So What Did I Miss?': A Recap of the 2023/2024 NASCC Meeting
In this special episode of Cheat Codes, Dr. Z and Dr. C hand the co-hosting mic to Dr. Julie Kanter for a lively walk through the history of the National…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastRising Stars in Sickle Cell: Dr. Alyssa Schlenz
In this Rising Star episode from the NASCC meeting in Stowe, Vermont, Dr. Z and Dr. C spotlight Dr. Alyssa Schlenz, a psychologist transforming sickle cell…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastGood Sickle Cell Care
In this live episode from the NASCC meeting in Stowe, Vermont, Dr. Z and Dr. C are joined by a powerhouse panel: Dr. Payal Desai, Dr. Seethal Jacob, Dr. Pat…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastHistory & Founding of NASCC
In this episode of Cheat Codes, Dr. Z and Dr. C sit down with Dr. Julie Kanter, Dr. Sophie Lanzkron, and Dr. Marsha Treadwell to spotlight the National…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastBuilding Community in Patient Advocacy - One Warrior at a Time
In this episode of Cheat Codes, Dr. Z and Dr. C are joined by renowned advocates TaLana Hughes and Cassandra Trimnell to explore what "the sickle cell…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastSickle Cell Advocacy: Stories, Struggles, and Self-Care
On this episode of Cheat Codes, guest host Janie Davis, Director of Patient Advocacy at Agios Pharmaceuticals, is joined by sickle cell advocates Teonna…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastLegends of Sickle Cell Disease: Dr. Isaac Odame's Journey
On this episode, Dr. Z and Dr. C. Callahan interview Dr. Isaac Odame, a leading figure in the field of sickle cell disease. Dr. Odame shares his life story…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastChampioning Sickle Cell Care: A Talk with Dr. Wally Smith
Drs. Z and C welcome Dr. Wally Smith, a leading figure in sickle cell research from Virginia Commonwealth University, to discuss crucial issues affecting…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastTimmerman Hike: A Journey of Hope and Advocacy for Sickle Cell
On this inspiring episode of Cheat Codes, Dr. Z and Dr. C talk with an extraordinary group of individuals who embarked on a monumental climb up Mount…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastTabatha McGee Means Business
On this episode of Cheat Codes, Dr. Z and Dr. C are joined by Tabatha McGee, Executive Director of the Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia. Tabatha shares her…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastFrom Omaha to Global Health: Dr. Xu's Path in Hematology
On this episode, Dr. Z and Dr. C welcome Dr. Julia Xu, a rising star in the field of sickle cell disease. Dr. Xu shares her inspiring journey from Omaha…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastEmpowering Lives: Dr. Simone Uwan's Journey with Sickle Cell Disease
In this special "Lunch and Learn" session sponsored by the Agios Diversity Council, Dr. Simone Uwan shares her inspiring journey living with and advocating for…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastJanie Davis, Director of Patient Advocacy at Agios
Holly John, Agios' Senior Director of Patient Advocacy, has a partner working with her on sickle cell disease patient advocacy! On this episode of Cheat Codes…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastThe Importance of Community-Based Organizations for the SCD Community
Join Dr. Z and Dr. C as they host a live panel from Florida with key figures from various community-based organizations (CBOs) dedicated to supporting those…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastThe Warrior Poet: A Rising Star: Dr. Alex Glaros
On this episode of Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell Podcast, we're coming to you again from Detroit, Michigan. Here, the docs sit down with Dr. Alex Glaros. Dr…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastRevving Up for Clinical Trial Awareness in the Motor City
On this episode of Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell Podcast, we're live in the Motor City: Detroit, Michigan. This live event featured Dr. Z and Dr. C interviewing a…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastSickle Cell Advocacy with Miss Teen Virginia, Ayana Johnson
On this episode of Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell Podcast, we speak with Ayana Johnson. In addition to being a sickle cell warrior, Ayana is also Miss Teen…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastReplay: International Legends of Sickle Cell: Professor Clarisse Lobo & Dr. Kleber Fertrin
This episode of Cheat Codes is our first bilingual podcasting experience. In the first half of the episode, Dr. Z and Dr. C speak with Professor Clarisse Lobo…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastRegina Hartfield of the SCDAA
hhttp://On this episode of Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell Podcast, we speak with Regina Hartfield, CEO of the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastREPLAY: RISE UP for Sickle Cell Disease - A Warrior Panel
http://On this episode, Dr. Z and Dr. C talk to a panel of Sickle Cell warriors who were part of the RISE UP campaign. RISE UP is the name of Agios' phase two…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastCayenne Wellness
On this episode, Dr. Z and Dr. C talk to Dr. Carolyn Rowley and Elle Colle about Cayenne Wellness. Their mission is to increase the quality of life for…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastReproductive Health in Sickle Cell
On this episode, Dr. Z and Dr. C talk to "The Avengers" of Sickle Cell Disease aka Teonna Woolford, Cassandra Trimnell and Rae Blaylark about reproductive…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastInternational Legends of Sickle Cell: Professor Clarisse Lobo & Dr. Kleber Fertrin
This episode of Cheat Codes is our first bilingual podcasting experience. In the first half of the episode, Dr. Z and Dr. C speak with Professor Clarisse Lobo…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastRising Stars in Sickle Cell: Dr. Oladipo Cole
On this episode, Dr. Z and Dr. C talk shop with a rising star in sickle cell disease. Dr. Oladipo Cole is a fellow at Washington University in St. Louis, MO…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastLegends of Sickle Cell - Dr. Obiageli Nnodu
Dr. Z and Dr. C welcome "Sickle Cell Legend" Dr. Obiageli Nnodu to the program. Dr. Nnodu is the Director of Centre For Sickle Cell Disease Research & Training…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastLIVE in New Orleans: A Red Cell Revolution
We're LIVE from New Orleans, Louisiana! Listen to our live podcast panel featuring members of the sickle cell, pyruvate kinase deficiency, and thalassemia…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastReplay: Legends of Sickle Cell. The Momma Bears
On this episode, Dr. Z and Dr. C talk to some very important advocates in the Sickle Cell community: "The Momma Bears". Yvonne Carroll, Adrienne Shapiro and…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastGetting to Know Doctors Ahmar Zaidi & Mike Callaghan
On this episode, we're turning our attention to our hosts: Dr. Ahmar Zaidi and Dr. Mike Callaghan. We'll get to know them a little better and learn about their…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastBiba Tinga, Sickle Cell Disease Association of Canada
Dr. Z and Dr. C are back! On this episode they speak with Biba Tinga, President & Executive Director of the Sickle Cell Disease Association of Canada. They…
Cheat Codes: A Sickle Cell PodcastA What Just Happened Episode of Cheat Codes with the Sickle Cell Consortium - Part 2
Sharonda Sikes of the Sickle Cell Consortium will provide a recap of The Sickle Cell Warriors Convention with guests Dr. Lametra Scott, Dr. Simone Uwan and…
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A What Just Happened Episode of Cheat Codes with the Sickle Cell Consortium
Sharonda Sikes of the Sickle Cell Consortium will provide a recap of The Sickle Cell Warriors Convention with guests Dr. Tomia Austin and Mia Robinson. The…
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Legends of Sickle Cell. The Momma Bears
On this episode, Dr. Z and Dr. C talk to some very important advocates in the Sickle Cell community: "The Momma Bears". Yvonne Carroll, Adrienne Shapiro and…
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Legends of Sickle Cell - Dr. Charles Jonassaint, Jude Jonassaint & Cassandra Trimnell
On this episode, Dr. Z and Dr. C speak with Cassandra Trimnell of Sickle Cell 101, Dr. Charles Jonassaint & Jude Jonassaint. SHOW DESCRIPTION Cheat Codes is a…
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Legends of Sickle Cell - Russell Ware, MD, PhD
On this episode, Dr. Z and Dr. C talk to Sickle Cell Legend Russell Ware, MD, PhD SHOW DESCRIPTION Cheat Codes is intended for patients, caregivers, providers…
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RISE UP for Sickle Cell Disease - A Warrior Panel
On this episode, Dr. Z and Dr. C talk to a panel of Sickle Cell warriors who were part of the RISE UP campaign. RISE UP is the name of Agios' phase two and…
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Legends of Sickle Cell - Dr. Michael DeBaun & Shamonica Wiggins
On this episode, Dr. Z and Dr. C debut a series about the "Legends of Sickle Cell". They interview Dr. Michael DeBaun and patient legend Shamonica Wiggins…
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#48 - "Soaring to the Sky" How Patient Navigators are Changing Sickle Cell with Dr. Wally Smith
Dr. Z and Dr. C talk shop with Dr. Wally Smith on how Patient Navigators are changing sickle cell disease. Show Notes: Episode Sponsor: Novartis, For 40 years…
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#47 - "Reproductive Health in Sickle Cell" with Dr. Lydia Pecker
Dr. C and guest host Amy Board of BloodStream Media talk to Dr. Lydia Pecker about Reproductive Health in Sickle Cell. Hear Dr. Pecker's thoughts on menstrual…
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#46 - Fueled by Connections: Agios and the Sickle Cell Community with special guest host, Blaze Eppinger and guest Sarah Gheuens, Chief Medical Officer at Agios Pharmaceuticals.
With the goal of getting a better understanding of Agios and their vision for partnering with the sickle cell community and being "fueled by connections," join…
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#45 - "Man in the Arena" A Conversation with Dr. Mark T. Gladwin
Cheat Codes welcomes Dr. Mark T. Gladwin to talk about Pulmonary hypertension in sickle cell disease with Dr. Z and Dr. C. Show Notes: Episode Sponsor…
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In Remembrance of Hertz Nazaire
On October 29th, 2021, Hertz Nazaire, a prominent sickle cell warrior and prolific artist, passed away at age 48. In honor of Hertz, we're re-airing Dr. Z's…
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#44 - Fueled by Connections: Agios and the Sickle Cell Community with special guest host, Blaze Eppinger and guests Darrin Miles, Agios Chief Commercial Officer and Agios Head of Patient Advocacy, Holly John
With the goal of getting a better understanding of Agios and their vision for partnering with the sickle cell community, join us as guest host, Blaze Eppinger…
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#43 - "Can Gene Therapy Live Long and Prosper?" A Conversation with Dr. Mitch Weiss and Dr. Vijay Sankaran
Dr. Z and Dr. C chop it up with two of the foremost experts (Mitch and Vijay) on the science of gene therapy in sickle cell disease. Show Notes: Episode…
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#42 - Pediatric to Adult Care - Transitioning with Sickle Cell Disease w/ Dr. Nirmish Shah
Dr. Nirmish Shah, the Director of Duke University's sickle cell transition program, joins Cheat Codes to discuss the numerous challenges associated with…
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#41 - Sickle Cell in Jamaica and Around the World w/ Graham Serjeant
Graham Serjeant, a British-born medical researcher best known for his multi-decade study of sickle cell disease in Jamaica, joins Cheat Codes to share stories…
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#40 - Think COVID Through with Dr. Lewis Hsu.
Dr. Z and Dr. C chop it up with Dr. Lewis Hsu, CMO of Sickle Cell Disease Association of America to get an update on COVID-19 and sickle cell disease! Show…
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#39 - "Just Get Out of My Way": Mapillar is Making Moves
Mapillar Dahn is a woman on a mission. Her organization, MTS, is not going to be stopped by anyone. She is advocacy personified. Dr. Z and Dr. C spend some…
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#38 - You Bet Your Assay: A New Lab Test for Sickle Cell Disease
Featuring Dr. Patrick Hines of Functional Fluidics. Functional Fluidics Dr. Ahmar Zaidi on Twitter Dr. Michael Callaghan on Twitter BloodStream Media For all…