Life Sciences Weekly

Life Sciences Weekly - Episode 9 Recorded: August 2, 2025 Join us for Episode 9 of Life Sciences Weekly as we break down a week of volatility and progress across biotech, pharma, and medtech. With all major sector ETFs sliding—XBI down 2%, XPH off nearly 4%, and XHE dipping close to 4%—we spotlight sharp stock swings from Sarepta’s big rebound to Novo Nordisk’s record plunge. This episode covers t...

Life Sciences Weekly - Episode 8 Recorded: July 26, 2025 Tune in to Episode 8 of Life Sciences Weekly with host Matt Davison for a fast-paced recap of the week’s most important developments across biotech, pharma, and medtech. In this episode (July 26, 2025), Matt breaks down ETF sector performance, highlights standout market movers, and examines the biggest regulatory headlines—including major FD...

Life Sciences Weekly - Episode 7 Recorded: June 28, 2025 In Episode 7 of Life Sciences Weekly, host Matt Davison delivers a comprehensive roundup of the week’s biggest developments in biotech, pharma, and medtech as of June 28, 2025. Tune in for a detailed market snapshot—including ETF performance and sector drivers—before diving into a packed slate of FDA approvals and regulatory actions, from St...

Life Sciences Weekly - Episode 6 Recorded: June 7, 2025 In this episode of Life Sciences Weekly, host Matt Davison recaps a week of strong gains for biotech and pharma, with the S&P Biotech ETF climbing nearly 5% despite ongoing economic and policy headwinds. Medtech companies are adapting to tariff pressures and shifting guidance, while investors watch for renewed M&A activity and regulat...

Life Sciences Weekly - Episode 5 Recorded: May 31, 2025 In this week’s episode of Life Sciences Weekly (May 31, 2025), we break down the latest market gains, a wave of FDA approvals, and the regulatory trends shaping biotech, medtech, and pharma. We cover major device and drug clearances, highlight new funding rounds and strategic partnerships—including deals from Neuralink, GRIN Therapeutics, and...

Life Sciences Weekly – Episode 4 Recorded: May 24, 2025 In this episode, we break down the latest headlines shaping the life sciences industry. Tune in for a recap of key FDA approvals, including innovative medical devices and breakthrough drug therapies, as well as the week’s most significant mergers, acquisitions, and funding rounds. We spotlight the FDA’s new, stricter COVID-19 vaccine approval...

Life Sciences Weekly Podcast - Episode 3                                                                  Recorded: May 17, 2025 In Episode 3 of Life Sciences Weekly, host Matt Davison unpacks a pivotal week for the industry, marked by policy shifts, regulatory actions, and a surge in funding. The show opens with a market recap, highlighting renewed financial strength in the U.S. life sciences sec...

Life Sciences Weekly Podcast – Episode 2 Recorded: May 10, 2025 This week on Life Sciences Weekly, host Matt Davison breaks down a whirlwind of developments shaping the biotech, pharma, and medtech landscape. Tune in for a market recap as volatility rocks the sector, with biotech stocks tumbling after Dr. Vinay Prasad is named the new head of the FDA’s Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research...

Life Sciences Weekly delivers a fast-paced, insightful roundup of the latest trends, deals, and regulatory news shaping the global life sciences and medical device industries. In this inaugural episode, recorded May 3, 2025, we break down the week’s market movers, highlighting gains in biotech and medtech stocks and renewed investor confidence. Dive deep into the latest regulatory updates, includi...