OncLive® On Air

OncLive® On Air

In OncLive® On Air, you can expect to hear interviews with academic oncologists on the thought-provoking oncology presentations they give at the OncLive® State of the Science Summits. The topics in oncology vary, from systemic therapies, surgery, radiation therapy, to emerging therapeutic approaches in a particular type of cancer. This includes lung cancer, breast cancer, gastrointestinal cancers, hematologic malignancies, gynecologic cancers, genitourinary cancers, and more.

  1. ESR1 Mutations Steer the Oral SERD Story in Breast Cancer: With Sara Nunnery, MD, MSCI; and MinhTri Nguyen, MD

    16 hrs ago

    ESR1 Mutations Steer the Oral SERD Story in Breast Cancer: With Sara Nunnery, MD, MSCI; and MinhTri Nguyen, MD

    Breast Cancer Briefing, hosted by Sara Nunnery, MD, MSCI, a breast medical oncologist and the director of Breast Cancer Research at Tennessee Oncology in Nashville, is a podcast series that breaks down the latest news in breast cancer research, one conversation at a time. In this episode, Dr Nunnery sat down with MinhTri Nguyen, MD, a breast medical oncologist, assistant professor, and lead faculty for Health Equity at Rush MD Anderson Cancer Center in Chicago, Illinois. They discussed the emergence of giredestrant, an investigational oral selective estrogen receptor degrader (SERD), across the hormone receptor–positive, HER2-negative breast cancer treatment paradigm. Unlike aromatase inhibitors, which lower estrogen levels, or tamoxifen, which blocks the estrogen receptor (ER), SERDs degrade the receptor entirely, Dr Nguyen explained. He noted that ESR1 mutations, an acquired resistance mechanism that renders the ER constitutively active, confer worse prognosis and appear to be where oral SERDs derive their strongest signal. The conversation first addressed the phase 3 evERA Breast Cancer trial (NCT05306340), which randomly assigned patients with previously treated advanced disease to receive giredestrant plus everolimus (Afinitor) or standard-of-care endocrine therapy plus everolimus. Dr Nguyen emphasized the elegance of targeting 2 resistance pathways simultaneously: the endocrine pathway and the parallel mTOR/PI3K/AKT axis. The combination significantly improved median progression-free survival in both the population with ESR1-mutated disease and the intention-to-treat population, though the experts cautioned that the patients with ESR1-mutated disease likely drove the overall benefit, as wild-type outcomes mirrored those in the control arm. The experts characterized giredestrant-associated adverse effects as largely everolimus-driven, most notably stomatitis, and highlighted class-associated bradycardia. They also noted that no photopsia was reported. They then turned to the phase 3 lidERA Breast Cancer trial (NCT04961996), in which patients with predominantly high-risk, early-stage disease received giredestrant or standard endocrine therapy. Giredestrant produced a reduction in the risk of invasive disease recurrence or death, with markedly lower discontinuation rates and consistent benefit across premenopausal and postmenopausal subgroups. Finally, the experts contextualized findings from the negative first-line persevERA Breast Cancer trial (NCT04546009), concluding that a single negative readout does not close the oral SERD story, and that thoughtful patient selection will define giredestrant’s future role in the breast cancer treatment armamentarium.

    38 min
  2. Medical Crossfire®: Precision Oncology in NSCLC – Translating HER2 and TROP2 Innovation into Practice-Changing Care

    17 hrs ago

    Medical Crossfire®: Precision Oncology in NSCLC – Translating HER2 and TROP2 Innovation into Practice-Changing Care

    Highlights from the PER® CME activity "Medical Crossfire®: Precision Oncology in NSCLC – Translating HER2 and TROP2 Innovation into Practice-Changing Care" — this podcast is not certified for credit. To participate in the full accredited activity and earn CME credit, use the link below. In this podcast, focusing on precision oncology in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), experts Helena Yu, MD; Jacob Sands, MD; and Sarah Goldberg MD, MPH; will discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of Human Epidermal growth factor Receptor 2 (HER2)- and Trophoblast cell-surface antigen 2 (TROP2)-directed therapies in NSCLC. The podcast covers the spectrum of targeted agents from antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) to novel HER2-selective tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs), along with key clinical trial data and practical strategies for managing the unique adverse event profiles associated with these treatments. Earn CME credit by completing the full accredited activity (available through June 30, 2027): https://www.gotoper.com/courses/medical-crossfire-precision-oncology-in-nsclc-translating-her2-and-trop2-innovation-into-practice-changing-care-mr5q This podcast, including the narration, was developed by PER® (Physicians’ Education Resource®, LLC) editorial staff from the full online CME activity developed with these faculty. The narration was voiced by a PER staff member or by an AI tool. The podcast contains no product advertising. The full activity is supported by educational grants from AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals; Daiichi Sankyo, Inc.; and Gilead Sciences, Inc. This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for the independent clinical judgment of a health care professional. Faculty may discuss investigational or off-label uses; consult prescribing information for any products discussed.

    32 min
  3. FDA Approval Insights: T-DXd for Early-Stage HER2+ Breast Cancer: With Charles E. Geyer, MD

    Jul 1

    FDA Approval Insights: T-DXd for Early-Stage HER2+ Breast Cancer: With Charles E. Geyer, MD

    In today’s episode, we welcomed Charles E. Geyer, MD, to discuss recent FDA approvals of fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki (T-DXd; Enhertu) for the management of HER2-positive breast cancer. Dr Geyer is a professor of medicine and chief of Malignant Hematology and Medical Oncology in the Department of Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Hillman Cancer Center in Pennsylvania. On May 15, 2026, the FDA approved T-DXd for the neoadjuvant treatment of adult patients with HER2-positive stage II or III breast cancer, as determined by an FDA-authorized test, followed by a taxane, trastuzumab (Herceptin), and pertuzumab (Perjeta); the regulatory agency simultaneously approved post-neoadjuvant T-DXd for the treatment of adult patients with HER2-positive breast cancer who have residual invasive disease after neoadjuvant HER2-targeted treatment. In our exclusive interview, Dr Geyer discussed the significance of these approvals, key data from the pivotal trials, and how these new indications for T-DXd are shaking up the HER2-positive breast cancer treatment paradigm.

    19 min
  4. Treatment Intensification in Vulnerable Populations: ARPI Use in Elderly, Frail, and High-Comorbidity Patients With mCSPC: With Martin Schoen, MD, and Andrew W. Hahn, MD

    Jul 1

    Treatment Intensification in Vulnerable Populations: ARPI Use in Elderly, Frail, and High-Comorbidity Patients With mCSPC: With Martin Schoen, MD, and Andrew W. Hahn, MD

    In today’s episode, we spoke with Martin Schoen, MD, and Andrew W. Hahn, MD. Dr Schoen is a hematologist/oncologist and hospitalist at St. Louis Veterans Affairs Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at Saint Louis University. Hahn is an assistant professor in the Department of Genitourinary Medical Oncology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. In our exclusive interview, Drs Schoen and Hahn discussed the clinical evidence for androgen receptor pathway inhibitors (ARPIs), including enzalutamide, in patients with de novo metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer (mCSPC) who are elderly, frail, or have a high comorbidity burden. They also highlighted findings from a subgroup analysis the Veterans Affairs dataset evaluating outcomes with androgen deprivation therapy plus ARPIs in high-comorbidity, frail, and elderly patients with high-volume mCSPC.

    39 min
  5. Dissecting INDEPENDENCE Data and the Role of Luspatercept in Myelofibrosis-Associated Anemia: With Claire Harrison, MD

    Jun 30

    Dissecting INDEPENDENCE Data and the Role of Luspatercept in Myelofibrosis-Associated Anemia: With Claire Harrison, MD

    In today’s episode, we welcomed Claire Harrison, MD, a professor of myeloproliferative neoplasms and clinical director at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust in London, United Kingdom. In the exclusive interview, Dr Harrison discussed management strategies for anemia in patients with myelofibrosis and the implications of the phase 3 INDEPENDENCE trial (NCT04717414) presented at the 2026 EHA Congress. Dr Harrison detailed the prevalence and current challenges in managing myelofibrosis-associated anemia. She also detailed key efficacy outcomes reported for luspatercept-aamt (Reblozyl) in the INDEPENCENCE study, along with outlining some of the factors that contributed to the study narrowly missing statistical significance for its primary end point of red blood cell transfusion independence for at least 12 consecutive weeks during the first 24 weeks of treatment.

    11 min
  6. SERENA-6 Splits the Breast Cancer Field on Switching Therapy Before Radiographic Progression: With Sara Nunnery, MD, MSCI; and Megan Kruse, MD

    Jun 30

    SERENA-6 Splits the Breast Cancer Field on Switching Therapy Before Radiographic Progression: With Sara Nunnery, MD, MSCI; and Megan Kruse, MD

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    45 min
  7. Medical Crossfire®: Turning Therapeutic Innovation Into Practice—Personalizing Care in Multiple Myeloma

    Jun 30

    Medical Crossfire®: Turning Therapeutic Innovation Into Practice—Personalizing Care in Multiple Myeloma

    Highlights from the PER® CME activity "Medical Crossfire®: Turning Therapeutic Innovation Into Practice—Personalizing Care in Multiple Myeloma" — this podcast is not certified for credit. To participate in the full accredited activity and earn CME credit, use the link below. In this podcast, experts Philippe Moreau, MD; Suzanne Lentzsch, MD, PhD; and Shaji Kumar, MD, discuss therapeutic innovations in the treatment of multiple myeloma, including frontline quadruplet therapy, administration considerations for therapy, and optimal sequencing of CAR T-cell therapy, bispecific antibodies, and antibody-drug conjugates. Earn CME credit by completing the full accredited activity (available through June 5, 2027):https://www.gotoper.com/courses/medical-crossfire-turning-therapeutic-innovation-into-practicepersonalizing-care-in-multiple-myeloma-p2f5 This podcast, including the narration, was developed by PER® (Physicians’ Education Resource®, LLC) editorial staff from the full online CME activity developed with these faculty. The narration was voiced by a PER staff member or by an AI tool. The podcast contains no product advertising. The full activity is supported by an educational grant from Sanofi. This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for the independent clinical judgment of a health care professional. Faculty may discuss investigational or off-label uses; consult prescribing information for any products discussed.

    31 min
  8. Sequencing and Emerging Targets Revamp the Platinum-Resistant Ovarian Cancer Treatment Paradigm: With David O’Malley, MD

    Jun 30

    Sequencing and Emerging Targets Revamp the Platinum-Resistant Ovarian Cancer Treatment Paradigm: With David O’Malley, MD

    In today’s episode, we spoke with David O’Malley, MD. Dr O’Malley is a professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at The Ohio State University College of Medicine and the director of the Division of Gynecologic Oncology at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center–James in Columbus, Ohio.  In our exclusive interview, Dr O’Malley discussed his approach to treatment selection and sequencing in platinum-resistant ovarian cancer, a disease setting he described as representing the highest unmet need in the field. He emphasized the central role of clinical trial enrollment and biomarker-driven decision-making, alongside practical patient-centered considerations, such as infusion schedule and quality of life. He highlighted the growing importance of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) in this setting, noting that folate receptor alpha and HER2 are the two biomarkers most relevant to current practice. Dr O’Malley outlined how National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines support treatment across a broader range of expression levels than initial approvals reflected, citing emerging data suggesting activity even at lower expression thresholds. He also addressed payload sequencing, explaining that outside of a clinical trial, he currently uses topoisomerase I–based ADCs and antimicrotubule-based ADCs each one time only, and remains open to targeting the same antigen again if the payload differs. The discussion also touched on combination strategies, resistance biology, and the evolving role of immunotherapy following the survival benefit observed with pembrolizumab (Keytruda) in the phase 3 KEYNOTE-B96 trial (NCT05116189). Dr O’Malley expressed enthusiasm for next-generation payloads, dual-target approaches, and the potential for bispecific antibodies and novel DNA damage response–targeting agents to define the post-ADC treatment landscape. Finally, Dr O’Malley underscored the need for more tumor biopsies to better characterize resistance mechanisms and called for expanded pharmaceutical investment in retreatment and cross-resistance studies to guide future sequencing decisions.

    18 min
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In OncLive® On Air, you can expect to hear interviews with academic oncologists on the thought-provoking oncology presentations they give at the OncLive® State of the Science Summits. The topics in oncology vary, from systemic therapies, surgery, radiation therapy, to emerging therapeutic approaches in a particular type of cancer. This includes lung cancer, breast cancer, gastrointestinal cancers, hematologic malignancies, gynecologic cancers, genitourinary cancers, and more.

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  • Creator
    OncLive® On Air
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    500
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    Clean
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    OncLive® On Air

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