Let’s Talk Lungs Podcast

Lung Sask
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Tune in to Let’s Talk Lungs podcast as we explore ways to improve lung health, one breath at a time. This podcast addresses threats to lung health, how to protect yourself, and shares insights on living well with lung disease. Be inspired by leaders, researchers, and individuals on a lung health journey, and discover how we can help you breathe a little easier.

  1. 2d ago

    Protecting Young Lungs: Understanding Youth Vaping

    As young people head back to school, conversations about vaping and nicotine are more important than ever. In this episode of Let’s Talk Lungs podcast, host Bethany sits down with respirologist Dr. Erika Penz to take a closer look at youth vaping. They explore what we know about vaping and its impact on health, what parents and educators should know about the products young people may be using. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, educator or someone who supports young people, this episode offers trusted information to help you better understand youth vaping and support young people who may vape or use nicotine products. About our episode guest: Erika Penz is Associate Professor and Division Head of Respirology and Sleep Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan. She is Physician Co-Lead for the COPD Provincial Clinical Network. Dr Penz’s main research focus includes burden of disease studies, with a focus on lung health, including tobacco cessation, effects of vaping, and management of severe asthma and COPD. She is co-author of the 2023 CTS Position Statement on Climate Change and Choice of Inhalers for Patients with Respiratory Disease as well as the 2023 CTS Guideline on Pharmacotherapy in Patients with Stable COPD and 2025 CTS Guideline on Alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency targeted testing and augmentation therapy. She is Associate Editor for COPD at the CHEST Journal. She also serves as Past President for the Canadian Thoracic Society and is an Advisory Board member of the Institute for Cancer Research of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research.

    Protecting Young Lungs: Understanding Youth Vaping

  2. Jul 3

    Part 1 Clearing the Air: Radon Reduction and Healthier Homes

    On this episode of Let’s Talk Lungs Podcast, host Bethany is joined by two Tod(d)s – Todd Despins, owner and operator of Vent Pro Mechanical, and Tod Boss, sales manager at Fantech. Both Tod(d)s are radon mitigators certified through the Canadian National Radon Proficiency Program and long-time friends of Lung Saskatchewan.   Bethany, Todd, and Tod discuss radon reduction, indoor air quality, the lung health impacts, and answer questions about what homeowners can do to breathe better in their homes.

    Part 1 Clearing the Air: Radon Reduction and Healthier Homes

  3. Jun 10

    Pulmonary Hypertension: From Diagnosis to Daily Life

    Join Lung Saskatchewan’s Let’s Talk Lungs hosts Trent and Lori for a timely conversation with Dr. Moaaz Rashad, a Saskatoon-based respirologist with a clinical interest in pulmonary hypertension (PH). Pulmonary hypertension can be complex, and often misunderstood. In this episode, Dr. Rashad breaks down what PH is, what causes it, and how it can affect day-to-day life. Together, we’ll explore symptoms and warning signs that may prompt an evaluation, and practical strategies that can help people living with PH navigate daily routines, manage challenges, and feel more supported over time. About Our Episode Guest Dr. Moaaz Rashad, MD is a respirologist in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, providing specialist care for people with lung and breathing conditions. This podcast episode is supported through a Lung Saskatchewan and AstraZeneca partnership.

    Pulmonary Hypertension: From Diagnosis to Daily Life

  4. May 31

    Quitting Smoking and Breathing Easier

    In this episode of Let's Talk Lungs, host Bethany is joined by Dr. Erika Penz, Associate Professor and Division Head of Respirology and Sleep Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan. Bethany and Dr. Penz discuss quitting smoking while managing lung disease, the positive impacts of quitting on your health, cessation strategies, and available supports.  About our episode guest: Erika Penz is Associate Professor and Division Head of Respirology and Sleep Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan. She is Physician Co-Lead for the COPD Provincial Clinical Network. Dr Penz’s main research focus includes burden of disease studies, with a focus on lung health, including tobacco cessation, effects of vaping, and management of severe asthma and COPD. She is co-author of the 2023 CTS Position Statement on Climate Change and Choice of Inhalers for Patients with Respiratory Disease as well as the 2023 CTS Guideline on Pharmacotherapy in Patients with Stable COPD and 2025 CTS Guideline on Alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency targeted testing and augmentation therapy. She is Associate Editor for COPD at the CHEST Journal. She also serves as Past President for the Canadian Thoracic Society and is an Advisory Board member of the Institute for Cancer Research of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research.

    Quitting Smoking and Breathing Easier

  5. May 27

    From Symptoms to Solutions: A Practical Approach to Identifying and Managing Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency

    In this episode, Dr. Mohit Bhutani will be diving into what Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency is and why it matters; unpacking its genetic roots, how it affects the lungs, and the critical importance of early recognition. We’ll walk through the common signs, symptoms, and risk factors that may signal Alpha-1, and discuss when testing or further evaluation should be considered. We will also explore practical management strategies, including lifestyle approaches and available treatments, to help individuals and families take charge of their health. Finally, we’ll highlight ways to access support and resources, empowering listeners to advocate for themselves, their loved ones, or the patients they care for who are living with Alpha-1. About Our Episode Guest Dr. Mohit Bhutani, MD, FRCPC, FCCP is an accomplished physician and researcher specializing in respiratory and critical care medicine. With extensive clinical experience and a strong commitment to evidence-based practice, he has dedicated his career to improving patient outcomes through thoughtful diagnosis, innovative treatment, and compassionate care. Dr. Bhutani is also actively involved in medical education and community outreach, helping clinicians and the public better understand complex health conditions. His passion for mentorship, advocacy, and clear communication makes him a trusted voice in the field and a valuable guest for our conversation. This podcast episode is supported through a Lung Saskatchewan and Takeda partnership.

    From Symptoms to Solutions: A Practical Approach to Identifying and Managing Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency

  6. May 6

    Engineering Immunity: The Future of mRNA Technology and Respiratory Vaccines

    Join Lung Saskatchewan’s Let’s Talk Lungs hosts Trent and Lori for a timely conversation with Dr. Kyle Brown, Associate Director, Field Medical Advisor, Moderna Canada. mRNA technology has already changed the game, and its potential in respiratory health is still unfolding. In this episode, Dr. Brown will unpack what’s on the horizon: how mRNA platforms are evolving, what that could mean for the next generation of respiratory vaccines, and where the most exciting innovation may be headed. Dr. Brown brings expertise in Medical Affairs & Medical Information and a deep background in infectious disease, vaccine development (human & animal), molecular biology, and mRNA technology. He earned his B.Sc. and Ph.D. in Medical Microbiology from the University of Manitoba and completed post-doctoral research with VIDO at the University of Saskatchewan. This episode is sponsored by Moderna Canada.

    Engineering Immunity: The Future of mRNA Technology and Respiratory Vaccines

  7. Apr 7

    A Second Breath, A Stronger Voice. A Singer's Lung Transplant Story.

    To celebrate National Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Month, Let’s Talk Lungs podcast host Nurse Jill sits down with professional singer and double lung transplant recipient Darcy Murdoch. He shares his powerful journey from losing his breath to finding his voice again. Celebrating 11 years with his new lungs, Darcy reflects on life after transplant, the gift of organ donation, and what it truly means to receive a second breath—and a stronger voice. Darcy Murdoch is a professional singer and entertainer originally from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, now based in Vancouver. Performing under the name Bobby Bacchus, Darcy is known for his smooth crooner style and timeless repertoire, delighting audiences across Western Canada for decades. In 2011, Darcy was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a progressive lung disease that took away his breath—and his ability to sing. After receiving a life-saving double lung transplant in January 2015, Darcy returned to the stage with renewed purpose. Today, he uses both his voice and his story to advocate for lung health and organ donation as a lung ambassador and health advocate. Whether inspiring audiences through music, sharing hope and gratitude, or even donning a Santa suit—having performed over 64 shows this past holiday season—Darcy continues to remind us of all of the power of second chances.

    A Second Breath, A Stronger Voice. A Singer's Lung Transplant Story.

  8. Jan 12

    Part 2: Surviving Lung Cancer. Let’s Talk Radon!

    Get inspired as Nurse Jill chats with two remarkable young women who have turned a scary diagnosis into an opportunity to empower people to know about radon and how to reduce their risk of lung cancer. About Episode Guests Christine Elliott is an author, speaker, and mentor to people who have experienced disease, disaster, or adversity. She is the host of The Live Free Podcast, The Evolution of You. Her journey as a two-time cancer survivor enables her to connect with people on a personal level. She is an advocate for health and a lung ambassador with Lung Saskatchewan.  Kerri Mossing is a successful real estate agent, mom, wife, and lung cancer survivor.  She is a strong health advocate and lung ambassador for Lung Saskatchewan. She is passionate about empowering people to test for and reduce the radon levels in their homes, with the hopes of preventing someone else from being diagnosed with lung cancer diagnosis in the future.

    Part 2: Surviving Lung Cancer. Let’s Talk Radon!
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Tune in to Let’s Talk Lungs podcast as we explore ways to improve lung health, one breath at a time. This podcast addresses threats to lung health, how to protect yourself, and shares insights on living well with lung disease. Be inspired by leaders, researchers, and individuals on a lung health journey, and discover how we can help you breathe a little easier.

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    Lung Sask
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
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