I Am Christina DiArcangelo

 Hello everyone & welcome to my last and final episode of I am Christina DiArcangelo.  It was my pleasure to share my world with all of you and I sincerely thank you for listening.  To all of my guests and podcast team, I am grateful to each of you for sharing your experiences.  Stay tuned!  We have a new podcast coming in the new year and I cannot wait to see you all again soon.Christina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

11/8/23 • 04:05

Hello everyone & welcome to today's episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  My guest today is Otha Smith III, friend, colleague, and entrepreneur.  Otha shares his story and background of mainstream industry and growing his own companies to transitioning into the cannabis industry after a severe accident which led to a desire to move away from traditional pain management.  Reconnecting with the cannabis industry, he developed a HIPPA-compliant mobile app to empower the consumer to journal their experiences and help others determine what works best for them in treating medical conditions.  Christina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

11/7/23 • 28:10

Hello everyone & welcome to another episode of I am Christina DiArcangelo!  Today I have a guest, Tommie Lark Jr. to share his journey as an entrepreneur.  Gaining inspiration from an early age, he talks about his experience in overcoming hurdles, the mental stress that sometimes comes with being a pioneer, and the challenges of getting others to see and understand your vision.  Christina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

8/18/23 • 18:18

Hello & welcome to another episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  We are joined by Fashion Designer Teresa Mitchell.   Teresa shares with us her journey of discovering her inspiration for her purpose in pursuing a career in fashion design and her current project with APA.Connect with Teresa instagram: sk1nnedknee_tiktok:sk1nnedknee_Christina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

8/18/23 • 26:04

Hello & welcome to today's episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  Today we welcome Genaro Garza.  The common theme of my show is "We are all the same".  Genaro and I talk about diversity and inclusion and the challenges that immigrants and underserved communities face but the value that we can all gain from embracing each other and realizing how our differences make us all the same.Guest: Genaro Garza, Entrepreneur and JournalistChristina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

8/11/23 • 40:59

Hello & welcome to another episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  Today we have Rocco DaCosta.  We talk about the themes around "what you put in is what you get out".  Rocca shares his experiences in how creating the right partnerships and "being in the right rooms" has helped open doors and develop relationships to develop his career.  Who you surround yourself with makes a difference in what you put out in the world and we discuss how your self-talk feeds your mind and motivation.Christina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

8/11/23 • 52:05

Hello & welcome to this special edition of I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  Today, two of our board members are joining me to discuss our upcoming event in Miami, Florida on November 4th.  Jose Ramon Riestra and Tiffany Watkins are here to share a preview of what's to come at our medical cannabis educational event.Christina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

8/6/23 • 17:55

Hello & welcome to another episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  We welcome back Kimberly Wilsey, my friend and colleague.  I am excited to introduce her today as our new Executive Director of Business Development for Spectral Analytics Precision Telemonitoring.  Kimberly shares with us what she is looking forward to in bringing together technology and patient care.Kimberly Wilsey, Experienced Business ProfileChristina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

7/26/23 • 32:55

Hello and welcome to another episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  Today we are joined by Derek Green, Attorney in Philadelphia.  Derek shares with us his journey in politics and his recent campaign and we discuss our shared experiences with Autism and the need for greater opportunities for the neuro-diverse in the workplace. Derek Green, AttorneyChristina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

7/26/23 • 22:35

Hello & welcome to another episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  Today we welcome Pathik Divate - Healthcare Entrepreneur; Anna Titkova - MD, Ph.D., Prof., MBA; and Dan Sfera - The Clinical Trials Guru.  Today we talk about site-level patient enrollment with members of our global clinical research community.  We explore the pain points and areas that provide roadblocks to providing care for those in need and what we can do to collaborate to solve for better access.Christina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

7/4/23 • 31:34

Hello & welcome to this episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  Today's guest is Elika Mahony.  I met Erika by chance on a social network and connected with her after I realized that she was a fellow Bahá'í.  Growing up in a musical home with her parents, Elika connected to music from an early age, discovering her purpose of creating tunes and melodies to uplift someone's soul and bring joy to their life.Elika Mahony, Independent Music Professional  IG:  @elikamahonyChristina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

6/29/23 • 31:45

Hello & welcome to another episode of I am Christina DiArcangelo.  Many of you are now very familiar with today's guest, Tiffany Watkins, Vice President of Affinity Patient Advocacy.  Today, we discuss on the ongoing challenges of professionals in the cannabinoid businesses.  Tiffany discusses coaching and supporting other professionals on how to best utilize social platforms and overcome frequent obstacles due to their restrictions and regulations.  LinkedIn, Twitter, and Meta, all have regulations that can make it very challenging to provide education and resources through channels frequently used by individuals who would greatly benefit from their access.  We discuss the inadequacies of a one size fits all approach to censoring cannabis.Tiffany Watkins, Vice President Affinity Patient AdvocacyChristina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

6/3/23 • 22:58

Hello & welcome to today's episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  Today I am joined by Pathik Divate, CEO of Jehangir Clinical Development Centre.As we wrap up May and Mental Health Month, we both reflect on the successes and progress of this health crisis.  Starting as an Accountant, Pathik found his passion in clinical research and never looked back.  Join us as we discuss the importance and impact of becoming globally mindful in healthcare.Pathik Divate - Healthcare Entrepreneur   Christina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

6/3/23 • 27:36

Hello everyone and welcome to I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  Today I've invited a friend of mine, Lisa Kirk; Author, Advocate, and Veteran to join me today.After serving in the military for over 21 years, she retired from the service and published her book "In and Out of Uniform".  She shares her experiences with sexual and mental abuse and how she transitioned to civilian life.  Lisa has focused her life now on her business which provides a safe space for veterans to find support and community.Lisa Kirk - Author, Advocate and Veteran Christina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

6/3/23 • 27:17

In Today's episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo, I am joined by Tiffany Watkins, Vice President of Affinity Patient Advocacy. Today, we are going to discuss Mental Health Awareness and Mental Health Awareness Month, along with addiction and opioids. Join us!   Tiffany Watkins, Vice President Affinity Patient AdvocacyChristina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

5/10/23 • 26:40

Hello Friends and welcome back to another episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Anna Titkova from Ukraine to discuss global topics and clinical research. Anna loves clinical research because she can combine her practical clinical knowledge and her scientific mind to help conduct impactful studies. Anna also shares with us what it was like when the war started in Ukraine. Join us and listen to Anna yourself. Anna Titkova MD, PhD, Prof., MBAhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-titkova-76b166169/Christina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

5/3/23 • 26:48

Hello & welcome to today's episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  Today we meet and speak with Dan Sfera, who I consider a Clinical Trials Guru.  Recently starting his latest research clinic in Yuma, Arizona Dan shares why he was drawn to the biotech space and how he feels he has a great opportunity in combining where excitement meets opportunity in what may be his last start-up facility.  The industry is looking for minorities and underserved communities and he connects those opportunities with ensuring that he remains at his core purpose of providing patient safety at the forefront of all of his endeavors.Dan Sfera - The Clinical Trials Guru https://www.linkedin.com/in/dansfera/Christina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

4/18/23 • 23:20

Hello & welcome to another episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  Today's guest is Brenda McPherson, Psychic/Medium, Tarot Reader, Reiki Master, and Certified Spiritual Healer.  Join us today to hear her story of how she turned her discovery of her unique connection to people into a lifelong journey of helping others.Brenda McPherson, Psychic/Medium, Tarot Reader, Reiki Master, and Certified Spiritual Healerwww.nerdymystic.com IG:  nerdymystic7Christina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

4/18/23 • 22:40

Hello & welcome to another episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo.  For our watchers, we are very excited to be in a new studio!  Our first guest in our new space is my very dear friend, Kimberly Wilsey head of my glam squad, mom,  and business owner.  As we have grown in our careers, we discuss challenges that young women face and what support and resources we wished we'd had.  We both take great pride and responsibility in finding opportunities to mentor and empower other women, young women to find their voices and know that they are not alone in the insecurities and obstacles that they are facing.Kimberly Wilsey - Experienced Business Professional https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlywilsey/ https://www.prettypowerfulbeauty.com/meet-theChristina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

4/5/23 • 22:12

Hello & welcome to another episode of I am Christina DiArcangelo!  As we wrap up the month of March and Women's History Month, we welcome Susan Ritter, educator and mentor.  We discuss being single in corporate America and what happens when romantic relationships end and navigating business environments.Susan Ritter - Educator and Mentorhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/susanritter/Christina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

4/5/23 • 40:57

Hello & welcome to another episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  Join me as I connect with repeat guest, Harvey Castro; MD, MBA, FACEP & Healthcare Consultant.  Raised by a single mother, he witnessed a strong work ethic, and grit, and gained inspiration for his career at an early age working in a health food store.  Rooted in a strong connection to helping others he was educated in both traditional and alternative medicine and continues to explore ways to blend the two to support the needs of the patient.Today we discuss the opioid crisis and his perspective as an ER doctor on how we can better serve patients and practice empathy for all those who are impacted.  Title: Harvey Castro, MD, MBA, FACEP Physician & Healthcare Consultanthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/harveycastromd/Christina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

3/21/23 • 27:31

Hello and welcome to another episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  Today we discuss a topic that is near and dear to my heart, cannabinoids and how they integrate into treatment plans and the continued stigmas around cannabis.  Our guest today is Dr. Jean Claude Scicluna M.D. whose practice focuses on plant medicine and Neuroscience.  Dr. Scicluna shares his perspective on drugs and their effects on mental health.Title: Dr Jean Claude Scicluna MD Plant Medicine Physician & NeuroscientistLinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanclaudesciclunaChristina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

3/2/23 • 49:03

Hello and welcome to another episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  Today we welcome back returning guest, Anil Appukuttan Group President of Healthcare Automation & Hospital Services at Aveta.ai and Affinity Patent Advocacy Board Member. We wanted to come together to update you on our progress in developing our Spectral Telemonitoring platform.  We have the answers to solve many of the problems that affect information sharing to ensure that patients get the best possible care.  Join us to hear our latest updates!Christina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

3/2/23 • 23:33

Hello & welcome to another episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  Today's guest is Dr. Odunsi, PDH, and Internist.  Born in the UK, his schooling and education spanned multiple continents including the United States where he completed his residency in New York.  After years of experience and reflection on his practice, he finally landed in the field of bariatrics focusing on weight loss and obesity.  He shares his perspective on looking at the patient as a whole person to identify the root cause of obesity and the importance of creating treatment plans that support this.Dr. Olasupo Odunsi | Just Lose Weight MDhttps://www.justloseweightmd.com/drolasupoodunsiChristina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

2/22/23 • 25:00

Hello everyone & welcome to another episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo.  Today's guest is Abhilasha Singh (Abby) CEO, AbhilashaSinghInc.  As a celebrated Bollywood makeup artist in India, Abby shares the story of her move to San Francisco, creating a new successful business in the United States and finding ways to empower individuals to represent their most confident selves through her artistry and teaching. Abhilasha Singh (Abby) CEO, AbhilashaSinghInc "DEFINING BEAUTY IN A 'U' WAY"http://MakeupByAbhilashaSingh.comChristina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

2/15/23 • 30:53

Hello and welcome to another episode to I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  I am so excited to begin the 2023 season with today's guest, Anita Nowak.  As a long-time teacher at McGill University, her focus has been on social entrepreneurship and leadership.  Anita is also the author of the book "Purposeful Empathy" Tapping Our Hidden Superpower for Personal, Organizational, and Social Change.She has spent her career helping to develop her students to understand how to give their time, talents, and personal gifts to better our current world and the environment around them.  Through a series of interviews, she discovered a common theme of empathy that has globally inspired a movement to practice and utilize this skill and became the subject of her book.Anita Nowak  - Purposeful Empathy by Design https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/Christina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

1/31/23 • 23:20

Hello everyone!  I want to take a moment today to reflect and thank you, my audience, for listening to and sharing my podcast.  I wish you all the happiest of holidays and we will see you in 2023. Christina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangeloChristina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

12/19/22 • 13:32

Hello everyone and welcome to another episode of I am Christina DiArcangelo.    Today, my special guest is Dr. Shabnam Sarshar; CVO at Laia's FemBalance.  We discuss Persian culture, current events in Iran, and respecting each other for who we are and what we all bring to each other to enrich our lives.Guest:  Dr. Shabnam Sarshar, CVO @ laia"s FemBalancehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/shabnam-sarshar/Christina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangeloChristina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

12/19/22 • 25:50

Hello & welcome to another episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  Today, we are switching our focus to the not-so-serious and fun topic of cosmetics!  I am joined by returning guest; Tiffany Watkins, COO of SPECTRAL ANALYTICS for our shared enjoyment of makeup and to share with you our tips and favorites.Guest:Tiffany WatkinsSpectral AnalyticsVanguard Media OnlineChristina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangeloChristina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

11/13/22 • 35:42

Hello & welcome to another episode of I Am Christina DiArcangelo!  Today, we have a special guest Daniel Mangena, Entrepreneur, Author, and Coach to talk about his views on finding abundance in your daily life and how to be thankful for where you are today.Daniel Mangena, Entrepreneur, Author, and Coach https://www.linkedin.com/in/dreamerceo/Christina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangeloChristina DiArcangeloAffinity Bio Partners, LLCSpectral AnalyticsSpectral Analytics Precision Tele-MonitoringI Am Christina DiArcangelo

11/13/22 • 24:34