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Today, we're diving into a condition that's as fascinating as it is complex: Achalasia—where the esophagus stops playing nice, and swallowing becomes a daily challenge. We're breaking down the latest evidence, comparing POEM, pneumatic dilation, and Heller myotomy, and digging into what actually matters when deciding how to treat each achalasia subtype. Join show hosts Drs. Jake Greenberg, Dana Portenier, Zach Weitzner, and Joey Lew as they discuss the past, present, and future of Achalasia management. Whether you're a medical student or a seasoned attending, this episode will arm you with the tools to think critically about diagnosis, tailor your treatment strategy, and stay ahead of the curve on the future of achalasia care. Hosts: · Jacob Greenberg, MD, EdM, MIS Division Chief and Vice Chair for Education, Duke University · Dana Portenier, MD, MIS Fellowship Director, Duke University · Zachary Weitzner, MD, Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery Fellow, Duke University, @ZachWeitznerMD · Joey Lew, MD, MFA, Surgical resident PGY-3, Duke University, @lew__actually Learning Goals: By the end of this episode, listeners will be able to: · Describe the pathophysiology and key diagnostic criteria for achalasia, including the role of manometry, EGD, and esophagram. · Differentiate between the three subtypes of achalasia based on the Chicago Classification and understand the clinical significance of each. · Compare treatment options for achalasia—pneumatic dilation, Lap Heller myotomy, and POEM—including indications, efficacy, and long-term outcomes. · Interpret landmark studies (e.g., European Achalasia Trial, JAMA POEM trial) and their impact on treatment decision-making. · Recognize patient-specific factors (age, comorbidities, achalasia subtype) that influence the choice of therapy. · Discuss evolving technologies and future directions in achalasia management, including endoluminal robotics, ARMS, and combined anti-reflux strategies. · Outline a basic treatment algorithm for newly diagnosed achalasia, incorporating diagnostic steps and tailored interventions. · Appreciate the multidisciplinary approach to achalasia care, including the roles of MIS surgeons, gastroenterologists, and emerging procedural skillsets. References: · Boeckxstaens G, Elsen S, Belmans A, Annese V, Bredenoord AJ, Busch OR, Costantini M, Fumagalli U, Smout AJPM, Tack J, Vanuytsel T, Zaninotto G, Salvador R; European Achalasia Trial Investigators. 10‑year follow-up results of the European Achalasia Trial: a multicentre randomised controlled trial comparing pneumatic dilation with laparoscopic Heller myotomy. Gut. 2024 Mar;73(4):582‑589. doi: 10.1136/gutjnl‑2023‑331374. PMID: 38050085 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38050085/ · He J, Yin Y, Tang W, Jiang J, Gu L, Yi J, Yan L, Chen S, Wu Y, Liu X. Objective Outcomes of an Extended Anti‑reflux Mucosectomy in the Treatment of PPI‑Dependent Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (with Video). J Gastrointest Surg. 2022 Aug;26(8):1566–1574. doi:10.1007/s11605‑022‑05396‑9. PMID: 35776296 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35776296/ · Modayil RJ, Zhang X, Rothberg B, et al. Peroral endoscopic myotomy: 10-year outcomes from a large, single-center U.S. series with high follow-up completion and comprehensive analysis of long-term efficacy, safety, objective GERD, and endoscopic functional luminal assessment. Gastrointest Endosc. 2021;94(5):930-942. doi:10.1016/j.gie.2021.05.014. PMID: 33989646. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33989646/ · Ponds FA, Fockens P, Lei A, Neuhaus H, Beyna T, Kandler J, Frieling T, Chiu PWY, Wu JCY, Wong VWY, Costamagna G, Familiari P, Kahrilas PJ, Pandolfino JE, Smout AJPM, Bredenoord AJ. Effect of peroral endoscopic myotomy vs pneumatic dilation on symptom severity and treatment outcomes among treatment-naive patients with achalasia: a randomized clinical trial. JAMA. 2019 Jul 9;322(2):134–144. doi:10.1001/jama.2019.8859. PMID: 31287522. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31287522/ · Vaezi MF, Pandolfino JE, Yadlapati RH, Greer KB, Kavitt RT; ACG Clinical Guidelines Committee. ACG clinical guidelines: Diagnosis and management of achalasia. Am J Gastroenterol. 2020 Sep;115(9):1393–1411. doi:10.14309/ajg.0000000000000731. PMID: 32773454; PMCID: PMC9896940 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32773454/ · West RL, Hirsch DP, Bartelsman JF, de Borst J, Ferwerda G, Tytgat GN, Boeckxstaens GE. Long term results of pneumatic dilation in achalasia followed for more than 5 years. Am J Gastroenterol. 2002;97(6):1346-1351. doi:10.1111/j.1572-0241.2002.05771.x. PMID:12094848. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12094848/ Please visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more. If you liked this episode, check out our recent episodes here: https://app.behindtheknife.org/listen
In this mini episode, Drema Drudge reads her original poem, All In, recorded live from her porch with a very vocal bird as uninvited co-host. A quiet reflection on mutual wisdom.Background ambiance includes a determined bee and a loud, possibly judgmental bird.Written and read by Drema Drudge. © 2025. All rights reserved.
Recorded by Lauren K. Alleyne for Poem-a-Day, a series produced by the Academy of American Poets. Published on July 30, 2025. www.poets.org
Recorded by Mary Jo Bang for Poem-a-Day, a series produced by the Academy of American Poets. Published on July 29, 2025. www.poets.org
Daily QuoteAnd all our knowledge is, ourselves to know. (Alexander Pope)Poem of the Day寄黄几复黄庭坚Beauty of WordsThe Age of Innocence – Chapter 3Edith Wharton
This poem is featured in the Mail Snail Mail Newsletter. It is good reminder of our need to slow down and get into nature regularly. I hope you enjoy it.You can find the blog post: https://amybain.wordpress.com/2025/06/28/a-poem-to-refresh/Remember to Subscribe + Like + Invite Others to join us On the Journey.
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Mark is joined by Mike DeFabo to talk Steelers as camp is ongoing We hear a clip from Dave Parkers hall induction Reb Beach joins the show to talk about his upcoming gigs in Pittsburgh ASK MARK ANYTHING!
Mark is joined by Mike DeFabo to talk Steelers as camp is ongoing We hear a clip from Dave Parkers hall induction Reb Beach joins the show to talk about his upcoming gigs in Pittsburgh ASK MARK ANYTHING! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Recorded by L. Lamar Wilson for Poem-a-Day, a series produced by the Academy of American Poets. Published on July 28, 2025. www.poets.org
Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson react to a poem written by former Pirates' OF Dave Parker, read by his son Dave Parker II at his MLB Hall-Of-Fame induction ceremony. Also, why do teams and leagues seem to wait until it's too late to honor some of the greatest athletes?
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In this episode of Cache Me Outside, we sit down with the two men behind the $25,000 Utah Treasure Hunt — Dave and John. They reveal never-before-shared hints about this year's poem, discuss what dark side of the moon really means, and answer fan-submitted questions about clues, misdirections, and how close people actually are.We cover:Whether stones are literal rocksWhat “lion-hearted” really points toIf there's a throwaway line in the poemHow close someone actually is to the treasureTheir favorite (and most misunderstood) linesAnd more exclusive hintsThis is the episode where things start to unravel. If you're hunting, you don't want to miss it.
Winner of the Passager Mogenthau Prize for a poet 70 years (or older) with a debut poetry book.
Recorded by staff of the Academy of American Poets for Poem-a-Day, a series produced by the Academy of American Poets. Published on July 27, 2025. www.poets.org
Daily QuoteOne of my secret instructions to myself as a poet is: ‘Whatever you do, don't be boring. (Anne Sexton)Poem of the DayLift Not the Painted Veil Percy Bysshe ShelleyBeauty of WordsA Tale of Two Cities – Chapter 3 The Night ShadowsCharles Dickens
Co-Lead Pastor, Pat Mulcahy continues our sermons series, — Ephesians: We are God's Poem.
The Sound Chaser Progressive Rock Podcast is on the air. On the show this time, I have new music from Ian Neal, an In Memoriam feature honoring two musicians who recently passed away, plenty of prog old and recent, and The Symphonic Zone. All that, plus news of tours and releases on Sound Chaser. Playlist1. Bill Bressler - Normal Boy, from Normal BoyIN MEMORIAM2. Strawbs [Dave Cousins] - New World, from Grave New World3. Black Sabbath [Ozzy Osbourne] - Hand of Doom, from ParanoidEND IN MEMORIAM4. echolyn - Poem #4, from Cowboy Poems Free5. echolyn - Too Late for Everything, from Cowboy Poems Free6. Kadwaladyr - The Last Hero, from The Last Hero7. Kadwaladyr - Trede Milved, from The Last Hero8. Amoeba Split - Blessed Water, from Demo 20039. Horslips - An Bratach Ban, from Happy to Meet, Sorry to Part10. Brand X - Sun in the Night, from Morrocan Roll11. Clannad - Croí Cróga, from Lore12. Rush - Red Tide, from Presto13. Lana Lane - The Dream That Never Ends, from Think Tank Media Sampler Vol. 4 [compilation]14. Bondage Fruit - Daichi no Ko, from Selected [retrospective]THE SYMPHONIC ZONE15. New Trolls - Duemila - from Senza Orario, Senza Bandiera16. New Trolls - Ti Ricordi Joe? - from Senza Orario, Senza Bandiera17. New Trolls -Padre O'Brien - from Senza Orario, Senza Bandiera18. New Trolls - Tom Flaherty - from Senza Orario, Senza Bandiera19. New Trolls - Andró Ancora - from Senza Orario, Senza Bandiera20. AmuZeum - Naysayer, from New Beginnings21. Iona - Bird Heaven, from Beyond These Shores22. Ian Neal - All in the Golden Afternoon (early rough sketch), from All in the Golden Afternoon (2025 remaster)23. Mike Keneally - Inkling, from Inkling (More from the Scambot 2 Sessions)24. Marillion - Interior Lulu, from marillion.com25. Marillion - House, from marillion.comLEAVING THE SYMPHONIC ZONE26. Boris SG - Color Spectrum, from Color Spectrum [online single]27. Michael Garrison - Tranquility Rush, from Prisms28. The Picturesque Episodes - Edge of the Universe, from Cosmogenesis29. Nektar - Cast Your Fate, from Sunday Night at the London Roundhouse [extended edition]30. Brian Auger's Oblivion Express - Never Gonna Come Down, from Happiness Heartaches31. Blackfield - Undercover Heart, from Blackfield V32. Barry Cleveland - You'll Just Have to See It to Believe It [alternate mix], from Hologramatron33. Evergrey - Recreation Day, from When Worlds Collide [compilation]34. Marjana Semkina - Invisible, from Sleepwalking35. The Aaron Clift Experiment - If All Goes Wrong, from If All Goes Wrong
TheWanderingPaddy Poetry - The Book of Truths. Out Now on Amazon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Recorded by staff of the Academy of American Poets for Poem-a-Day, a series produced by the Academy of American Poets. Published on July 26, 2025. www.poets.org
Daily QuoteMan is the only creature that refuses to be what he is. (Albert Camus)Poem of the DayThe Wild HoneysucklePhilip FreneauBeauty of WordsThe Joys of WritingWinston Churchill
Divine Love: A Journey of Faith and PoetryWelcome to the Teens Draw Near to God Poetry Podcast. In this episode, Shirah Chante, Relationship Artist, shares her personal journey of drawing closer to God while exploring relationships and love through the lens of faith. She dives into the meaning of the word 'divine' and its significance in describing God's love. Shirah Chante also reads her original poem, 'Divine', which reflects on a past relationship and explores the concept of closure. Listeners are encouraged to seek a deeper relationship with God and are introduced to Shirah Chante's Relationship Rescue Plan to help navigate love and relationships with divine guidance.00:00 Welcome to the Podcast00:56 Introduction to the Theme03:00 Sharing Personal Experiences03:39 Biblical Insights and Names04:49 Reading the Poem 'Divine'07:23 Analyzing the Poem09:32 Personal Reflections and Story17:57 Conclusion and Relationship Advice
The Poem of the Man God is a retelling of the Gospel story of Jesus of Nazareth as recorded in the private revelations of Maria Valtorta. In this episode, we see the Virgin Mary takes up her abode with John at Gesthemane; John foretells her Assumption (into heaven). Original music by Angela Marie (Mohammed). Easter Season. Holy Week. Crucifixion. Sacrifice. Messiah. Savior. Passion of Christ. Death and Resurrection. Religion. Wisdom. Suffering. Catholic Christian. Theology. Apostles.Disciples. Believers. Followers.
Reading a piece that begins with, They say you must die for your art...., from my book, Dear Artist: A Love Letter. All of my books are available at booksellers worldwide. Birthing Life personal phone sessions, book specials, Substack journal, apparel, poetic keynotes and talks, and book/poetry readings are available at my website. Thank you for posting your copies and readings of my books and writings, tagging #jaiyajohn, encouraging others to purchase, and sharing online book reviews. My whole heart cries Grateful. jaiyajohn.com... Send us a textSupport the show
Recorded by Jeffrey Pethybridge for Poem-a-Day, a series produced by the Academy of American Poets. Published on July 25, 2025. www.poets.org
Song 1: “Twenty Wishes” (John V. Modaff, w/ lead guitar and mandolin by Dan Modaff)Poem 1: “You Weary Listening To Their First World Complaints” by Mikki Aronoff. Published in Gooseberry Pie. Mikki is featured this year in Best Microfiction 2025 and Best Small Fictions 2025.Fiction excerpt: Scene from the novel The Unmasking by Lynn C. Miller, published by UNM Press, 2020. www.lynncmiller.comFeed the Cat Break: “Bittersweet” (JVM.)Poem 2: “Fat Boy Poems” by Kelly Yenser, whose most recent collection is Walking Uphill at Noon. Kelly publishes fiction and poetry.Song 2: “Jesus & Satan Take a Nap,” (John V. Modaff.)Episode artwork by Lynda MillerTheme & Incidental Music by John V. Modaff, BMIRecorded in Albuquerque NM and Morehead KY.Produced at The Creek StudioNEXT UP on Episode 51: Stop the World, I Want to Get Off. Thank You to our listeners all over the world. Please tell your friends about the podcast. Lynn & John
Recorded by Adrian Matejka for Poem-a-Day, a series produced by the Academy of American Poets. Published on July 24, 2025. www.poets.org
Daily QuoteThe beauty or ugliness of a character lay not only in its achievements, but in its aims and impulses. (Thomas Hardy)Poem of the Day渔家·卖得鲜鱼二百钱郑燮Beauty of WordsThe Bean-fieldHenry David Thoreau
This episode is a wild one! I recently attended a family wedding, and in the months leading up to it, I kept hearing a poem-like speech in my head. I knew it was a message from Spirit, specifically, from the bride's late mother. As the wedding day got closer, the urge to write the poem down grew stronger. Then, at the wedding… everything unfolded. From unexpected readings, to reconnecting with the bride's family, to seeing a message I didn't know I was responding to, this is a story about how Spirit shows up in the most meaningful ways. In Part 1, I'm walking you through the build-up, the signs, and how I realized this message wasn't just something random "in my head". In Part 2, we get to the big realization, and the moment that gave me full-body chills. This episode is all about trust, timing, and how Spirit communicates through us when we least expect it. Book a session with Medium in the Middle (Virtually or in-person in Banff): https://mediuminthemiddle.as.me/schedule.php Register for the next virtual Usui Reiki Level One Course on August 9 & 10: https://www.themediuminthemiddle.com/reiki-level-one Register for the next virtual Usui Reiki Level Two Course on August 16 & 17: https://www.themediuminthemiddle.com/reiki-level-two Sign up for the Practice Mediumship Circle (no experience necessary) on August 23: https://www.themediuminthemiddle.com/meeting-in-the-middle Follow along on social media: https://www.facebook.com/mediuminthemiddle/ https://www.instagram.com/mediuminthemiddle/
Recorded by Kiki Petrosino for Poem-a-Day, a series produced by the Academy of American Poets. Published on July 23, 2025. www.poets.org
Recorded by Fiona Templeton for Poem-a-Day, a series produced by the Academy of American Poets. Published on July 22, 2025. www.poets.org
Daily QuoteBelieve nothing you hear, and only one half that you see. (Edgar Allan Poe)Poem of the DayThe Purple CowGelett BurgessBeauty of Words从百草园到三味书屋鲁迅
Reading in both English and Spanish a fresh new unpublished piece titled, We are the Garden and We are Beautiful / Somos El Jardin y Somos Hermosos. This poem was written as part of a keynote message for a community celebration (pachanga) and communion. All of my books are available at booksellers worldwide. Birthing Life personal phone sessions, book specials, Substack journal, apparel, poetic keynotes and talks, and book/poetry readings are available at my website. Thank you for posting your copies and readings of my books and writings, tagging #jaiyajohn, encouraging others to purchase, and sharing online book reviews. My whole heart cries Grateful. jaiyajohn.com... Send us a textSupport the show
For those of you who are Loving Later Life regulars, you know that I began this podcast to connect us all so that we feel heard, seen, inspired and also entertained. My hope is that you'll be inspired by my guests and perhaps even through my experiences that it is not ever too late to go for what you want in this precious life we have been gifted. There are also times when I am compelled to express a point of view that I am passionate about. This is one of those times, and the way it manifested was in a spoken word poem. Some of you may have seen my YouTube video of this already and if you haven't, after you listen to this episode, I invite you to go watch the video. The link is in the show notes page for this episode, if you go to nancylanggibbs.com, click on the arrow next to podcast in the top bar and then click on Show Notes. Then click on this episode entitled It's Up To Us and scroll down for the link. Or you can go to YouTube and search Nancy Lang Gibbs, It's Up To Us. (Or below if you're reading this on the Show Notes page!) I ask if perhaps you are not on the same page as I am, that you listen anyway to open the aperture of your lens. For those who are on the same page, please forward the link to others and ask them to do the same. The message, I believe, is so very important to share. Thank you for listening and until the next time, Live Passionately, Live Vulnerably and Keep Loving Later Life. YouTube Video Link: https://youtu.be/vLdDCUKrRc0?si=PlC9V3Em1_658kU3
Recorded by Elisa Gabbert for Poem-a-Day, a series produced by the Academy of American Poets. Published on July 21, 2025. www.poets.org
Date: 21st of July, 2025Location: Madeira, PortugalA Note To The Runners: Get my book here.Join The JL Mentorship: Fill out the form here.Buy me a coffee here: My go to order is a long black. Poem: "Words"You had a funny way of saying things,placing commas, where I didn't think to pause,saying ‘period' instead of ‘full stop.'Except, the words you used, made me stop,giving me reasons to think about the worldin ways I didn't care to before.My words were crunchy, and scratchy,like a vinyl turned dusty,left out for too long.Yet yours were smooth,just as the honey was in your summer cabin.I could never talk with syrupy words like you,they'd leave my mouth like boulders hitting an xylophone,bumping four notes at once,when I only needed one tap to make a point.I started to celebrate my scratches, and my umms, and my ahhs.I became smarter when I used my words,my own words,mixing them like a wooden spoon in life's batter.Stirring them slowly, making surethey eventually find their placebut of course,with no rush.Words don't need to be beaten into existencejust stirred, and melted,shaped, and moulded,but not taken away because they clumped together on a humid day.I wish for words like yoursbut I have my own,and they're sweet on Tuesday'ssickly on Saturday'sand just fine on Monday's.I am a nest of words, with hummingbirds visiting,to take twigs, and feathers,in the shapes of ideas and letters,to places of the world I will never see.My words must look like me,or you'll never know,why I chose red ink or blue,in the portuguese summer,at 4.57pm by the sea.
Every kind of curse and imprecation in the Hebrew language . How Rashi felt when he learned about the Crusader massacres of 1096https://thechesedfund.com/rabbikatz/support-rabbi-katzz-podcast
Recorded by staff of the Academy of American Poets for Poem-a-Day, a series produced by the Academy of American Poets. Published on July 20, 2025. www.poets.org
Daily QuoteTo be good is to be in harmony with one's self. Discord is to be forced to be in harmony with others. (Oscar Wilde)Poem of the DayResults and RosesEdgar Albert GuestBeauty of Words听海的心 迟子建
Co-Lead Pastor, Pat Mulcahy continues our sermon series, "Ephesians : We are God's Poem — How to be Filled with the Spirit".
Recorded by staff of the Academy of American Poets for Poem-a-Day, a series produced by the Academy of American Poets. Published on July 19, 2025. www.poets.org
Daily QuoteI have always imagined that Paradise will be a kind of library. (Jorge Luis Borges)Poem of the Day夏夜何其芳Beauty WordsThe Widow and Her SonWashington Irving
Read Shannon's Poem here. --------Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org. Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.
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Recorded by CM Burroughs for Poem-a-Day, a series produced by the Academy of American Poets. Published on July 18, 2025. www.poets.org
Recorded by Christian Campbell for Poem-a-Day, a series produced by the Academy of American Poets. Published on July 17, 2025. www.poets.org
Disappointment can feel so big, it's overwhelming. Today, a poem for the people who keep going, even when it feels impossible. Here's East Oakland poet Tiny Gray-Garcia aka Poverty Skola, reading "this poem is in honor of homeless mothers.”
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Poet Safiya Sinclair performs "Marigolds: A Letter to Wonder," an original poem she created for TED that explores memory, beauty and the fragility of life. After the poem, she talks with TED's Helen Walters about her writing process — and what it feels like when the creative muse strikes.Want to help shape TED's shows going forward? Fill out our survey!Learn more about TED Next at ted.com/futureyouFor the Idea Search application, go to ted.com/ideasearch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.