TWIRx – April 3, 2026 Co-Host: Jesse McCullough

On today’s episode of This Week in Pharmacy – TWIRx, we welcome special co-host Jesse McCullough for a timely discussion focused on pharmacy innovation, compliance, advocacy, and the future of the profession.

We begin with our featured sponsor segment presented by MatchRx, spotlighting two important voices in pharmacy technology and compliance. Johny Kello, CEO of MatchRx, joins the show alongside Riya Cao, CEO of LSPedia, for an important conversation centered on DSCSA readiness and the evolving world of pharmacy compliance. This discussion explores how pharmacies and supply chain stakeholders can better prepare for regulatory expectations, protect patients, and strengthen operational transparency through smarter compliance solutions.

In the second half of the episode, we’re joined by Scott Brunner, CEO of the Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding (APC), for a recap of the Owner Summit 2026 and a look ahead at what’s developing on Capitol Hill. Scott shares insight into the policy landscape impacting pharmacy compounding, the priorities emerging from this year’s summit, and what pharmacy owners and industry leaders should be watching as legislative and regulatory conversations continue to evolve.

This episode of TWIRx delivers a strong pulse on the profession—from compliance and interoperability to advocacy and the future of compounding pharmacy.

Featured Guests:

• Johny Kello, CEO, MatchRx
• Riya Cao, CEO, LSPedia
• Scott Brunner, CEO, Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding (APC)

Episode Topics:

• DSCSA and pharmacy compliance
• Supply chain visibility and readiness
• MatchRx and LSPedia collaboration in pharmacy compliance
• Owner Summit 2026 recap
• Capitol Hill updates impacting pharmacy compounding
• The future of compounding and pharmacy advocacy

Sponsored by: MatchRx

DSCSA Compliance and Compounding Leadership | TWIRx

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I had an absolute blast sitting down with today’s unique guest, chatting on everything from seeking refuge, to exercise, to cancer, to cabbage (stick around to the end to get his amazing raw vegan cabbage recipe, you & your gut will thank me later). Jerzy Gregorek is a four-time World Weightlifting Champion, poet, and co-author of The Happy Body. He helps people reverse aging, regain strength, and restore flexibility through a program that blends mindful exercise, micro progression, and emotional eating intelligence. Jerzy’s mission is to show that it’s never too late to live a quality life, build vitality, peace of mind, and longevity. Jerzy’s journey has been anything but ordinary. After falling into darkness as a teenager, he became an alcoholic from age 15 to 18. Escaping that path shaped his understanding of resilience and personal responsibility. From there, he rebuilt his life - becoming a political exile in the USA, then a world champion weightlifter, and later a mentor, poet, and PhD student. His philosophy - “Hard Choices, Easy Life; Easy Choices, Hard Life” - comes from lived experience and years of guiding people through transformation. What sets Jerzy apart is his ability to integrate physical training, creative expression, and psychological insight into a holistic approach to health and resilience. He emphasizes that emotional intelligence is a crucial element in overcoming life’s adversities, and that it can be practiced, cultivated, and mastered. His three books, titled The Happy Body: Mastering Food, Exercise, and Rest Choices, are designed to help people embrace this path of strength, wisdom, and balance. The poetry book The Happy Body: Food For Your Soul helps with emotional eating. The Happy Body Virtues: Daily Practices for the Modern Stoic helps with emotional eating and self-regulation, while I Got This: The Art of Getting Grit helps with integrating the stories that contribute to building the skill of living a good life. Jerzy has been featured on The Tim Ferriss Show, delivered a Google Talk, and spoken on numerous wellness and longevity podcasts. His work has helped thousands around the globe adopt a sustainable path to strength and wellbeing. Currently, Jerzy is pursuing a PhD in Humanistic Psychology at Saybrook University, focusing on creativity, innovation, and leadership. Connect with Jerzy via: Email: jerzygregorek@gmail.com Website: https://thehappybody.com/ X: https://x.com/thehappybody?lang=en YT: https://www.youtube.com/user/thehappybody LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerzy-gregorek-ab87475/

This episode is dedicated to the late Dr. Eric Geyer PharmD. Feautured guest Chuck Melendi Disruptive Dialogue Special report from Bruce Kneeland Sponsored by TJM Labs and interview with Jonathan Adly This episode is sponsored by YARAL Pharma

This podcast discussion with Paul Shelton zeroes in on a pivotal shift underway in community pharmacy: the expansion of Long-Term Care at Home (LTC@Home) as both a care model and a sustainable business opportunity. Shelton frames LTC@Home not as a reinvention of pharmacy practice, but as a formalization and monetization of services pharmacies are already delivering—medication synchronization, adherence packaging, clinical oversight, caregiver support, and coordination with providers. The core issue isn’t capability—it’s structure and reimbursement. Many community pharmacies are بالفعل functioning as LTC providers informally, but without the regulatory designation and billing pathways that unlock consistent revenue. A major theme in the conversation is conversion strategy. Shelton discusses how pharmacies can transition into LTC@Home providers by aligning operations with compliance standards, documentation requirements, and payer expectations. This includes setting up the right workflows, leveraging technology for med management and reporting, and ensuring staff are trained to operate within an LTC framework. Importantly, these conversions are not out of reach—they are highly achievable with the right guidance, and they allow pharmacies to immediately begin capturing value for existing services. The financial upside is significant. LTC@Home opens access to enhanced reimbursement models, service-based payments, and stronger payer relationships, especially within Medicare Advantage and managed care environments. Shelton emphasizes that pharmacies are leaving money on the table by not formalizing these services—and that LTC@Home is a direct path to correcting that. Strategically, this model positions community pharmacy at the center of aging-in-place healthcare, one of the fastest-growing segments in the industry. As more patients remain in their homes rather than institutional settings, pharmacies that adapt to LTC@Home will become essential care hubs—supporting not just medication dispensing, but ongoing clinical and logistical care. The takeaway is clear: LTC Pharmacy at Home is not just an opportunity—it’s a directional shift for the profession. Pharmacies that move early can differentiate, stabilize revenue, and deepen their role in patient care, while those that delay risk being left behind as the model becomes standard.

Soda boosting testosterone sounds like the perfect "have your cake and eat it too" health hack, but is there any actual science behind the viral headlines? We’re breaking down the mouse study that set the internet on fire and comparing it to massive human data that tells a completely different, and much darker, story for your hormones. A 2022 study found that mice drinking 100% Coke or Pepsi actually had larger testicles and higher testosterone levels. But before you go buy a 12-pack, you need to realize that men are not mice, and what works in a 15-day rodent trial often fails miserably in humans. In fact, when we look at data from thousands of men, the reality is that high sugary drink consumption is linked to more than double the risk of clinically low testosterone. We dive into why the sugar in your soda fuels obesity and insulin resistance—two of the biggest "testosterone killers" on the planet. This show is intended for educational and informational purpose Website: https://RatedRxMedia.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RatedRxMedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ratedrxmedia/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ratedrxmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Rated-Rx/61574813907982/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7KATtG1c3HwwYpVMtRuNub Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rated-rx/id1804181016