AI and Medical Breakthroughs: The Inspiring Story of Every Cure

In this episode of the Band of Insiders podcast, host Funs Jacobs shares an inspiring story about the nonprofit organization Every Cure. Founded by Dr. David Fajgenbaum, Dr. Grant Mitchell, and Tracey Sikora, Every Cure leverages artificial intelligence to find new uses for existing medicines. The episode discusses the broader potential of AI to revolutionize healthcare by repurposing FDA-approved drugs to treat currently untreatable diseases. Funs delves into the personal journey of Dr. Fajgenbaum, who used AI to discover a life-saving drug for his own rare condition, and highlights several other success stories. This episode aims to spread positive, hopeful stories about the real-world impact of AI in critical industries like healthcare.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:54 The Promise and Frustration of AI

03:13 Introducing Every Cure: A Nonprofit Revolutionizing Medicine

03:45 Dr. David Fajgenbaum's Inspiring Journey

07:02 How Every Cure Utilizes AI

09:17 Real-World Impact and Success Stories

11:26 Closing Thoughts and Call to Action

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Band of Insiders is a future forward platform and community for curious marketers, brand leaders, and founders who want to stay ahead of the curve. We explore the cultural and technological shifts shaping business—from AI to blockchain, gaming to Gen Z behavior—and what they really mean for you.

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