Living the Pharm Life
The Official Podcast of Purdue Pharmacy
Join our guests as they take you on a journey around the vast world of pharmacy. From current students to alumni and friends, you’re sure to learn some things and have some fun along the way. Join us to see first-hand how the Purdue Pharmacy Family is Living the Pharm Life.
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Warren Moore’s collegiate career culminated in a trip to the Rose Bowl—but it’s everything that happened leading up to his 2002 PharmD graduation that came together to lead him to the board room. Juggling pharmacy classes and the gridiron, Warren built the discipline that launched a now 20-year career journey at Walmart that started in the company’s retail pharmacies. He has driven Walmart’s health equity initiatives as Vice President of Social Determinants of Health, and now serves as VP of Dedicated Delivery—using technology and data to reimagine how Walmart cares for its customers.
Latest Episode
From Application to Graduation: Navigating Purdue Pharmacy with Purpose
Podcast season 2, episode 9:
In this episode of Living the Pharm Life, host Alex welcomes Maggie Rose, a third-year professional student and President of the Purdue Pharmacy Ambassadors, along with Steve Myszak, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs at Purdue’s College of Pharmacy. The conversation centers around how Purdue supports its pharmacy students—from choosing the right college to navigating the academic and personal challenges of professional school. Maggie shares her own journey to discovering a passion for pharmacy and how Purdue stood out as the perfect fit for her. Mr. Myszak also reflects on his path into student services and the impact his role has on shaping student success.
From Chemistry to Community: How a Young Alumna is Redefining Pharmacy Mentorship
Season 2, Episode 8: Recognized as one of the Pharmacy Podcast Network’s 50 Most Influential Leaders of 2023, Libby Shelton shares her inspiring journey from first-generation college student to founder of the influential educational platform, Learn with Libby.
Scripts & Songs: Pre-Pharm Student Hits Her Stride
Season 2, Episode 7: Emme Langefeld is a second-year pre-professional pharmacy student at Purdue and a member of the Purduettes. Originally from Illinois, she shares how she balances the demands of pharmacy school with her passion for music and performing.
Passing the Baton: Meet Alex McQuade
Season 2, Episode 6.5: It’s hard to believe we’re already halfway through Season Two of Living the Pharm Life! The time has flown by, and we are incredibly grateful for our listeners. You have encouraged us to keep producing standout episodes with guests whose stories inspire others to dare to dream—after all, that’s what living the Purdue pharm life is all about.
Meet the Host
Join Alex McQuade on a journey through the dynamic world of pharmacy, where his inquisitive spirit and passion for impactful patient interactions shine through. A third-year pharmacy student from Pennsylvania, Alex is focused on creating wide-scale patient impact, whether in industry or health policy. With a deep interest in the diverse career paths pharmacists can pursue, his curiosity and dedication to shaping the future of healthcare guide every conversation on Living the Pharm Life.