Launch of the Pod: Matthew introduces the podcast explaining its aim to share knowledge and strategies for successful clinical trials. They provided a brief overview of their background in clinical cardiology and experience with clinical trials.

Matthew has a background in clinical cardiology, starting in 2009, specializing in heart failure and devices. They have extensive experience in clinical trials, having worked for Abbott and been involved in the development of CardioMEMS. Most recently he led a 1600 Patient study for Acorai as Co-Founder and Chief Scientific Officer.