The Glennon Factor

Episode 09 - The Minutes That Matter - Cardinal Glennon's Transport Team

Join us for an exhilarating episode of The Glennon Factor as we spotlight the remarkable SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital Transport Team! Listen as key clinicians share gripping stories from past transports, highlight the evolution and growth of the program, and provide an insider's look into their high-stakes, high-reward work. From managing patient transfers via ambulance or helicopter to coordinating complex logistics with other hospitals, this dedicated team ensures that every patient receives timely, life-saving care. Don't miss this behind-the-scenes journey into the heart of our lifesaving operations!

Episode 08 - The Glennon Guild

Join us for this episode of The Glennon Factor, where we shine a spotlight on the incredible Glennon Guild: 100 women, one mission, under one sun, brightening countless Cardinal Glennon lives. Founded in 1957, this volunteer and fundraising organization has made a profound impact on advancing the welfare of the hospital and the children in its care, hosting a variety of fundraising events and programs and raising millions of dollars throughout the years. Tune in to hear inspiring stories, learn about their upcoming initiatives, and find out how you can support their mission to bring hope and healing to the children and families we serve. Don't miss this heartfelt and uplifting episode!

Episode 07 - The STARS Align

While most hospitals can state that they are open 24/7, the true continuum of care doesn’t end whenever the patient leaves the parking lot. Our patients are always our patients, and we go the extra mile to make sure that our patients are safe outside our walls. That is why, in 2014, the hospital invested in one paramedic’s vision to build a program known as STARS: Special Needs Tracking and Awareness Response  System. This one-of-a-kind, and now nationally benchmarked program helps coordinate and coach ambulance districts, fire districts and community hospitals to know the specialized needs of medically complex patients inside their coverage area and get the appropriate, specialized training to care for these patients’ needs before they even arrive at the patient’s side. Program Coordinator/Paramedic, Nick Salzman and parents, Jamie and Tim Massinelli joined us to share how the program got started and the impact it has on both sides of the 911 call. 

Episode 06 - The American Dream

He is a father of two boys. His favorite holiday is Thanksgiving. He is a refugee of the Iranian revolution and if we cued up his preferred walk-up song, it would be “Jump Around” by House of Pain.

We are talking about Dr. Hossain Marandi, President of SSM Health Cardinal Glennon. After a brief icebreaker which included a tater tot taste test (tots being one of his favorite pleasures) we had the privilege of talking with our first physician president about his childhood, his family’s escape from Iran, his lifelong calling to become a physician and the subject of DEVOTION: HIS devotion to Catholic ministry, his witnessed devotion of the Cardinal Glennon health care to our community, and our combined devotion to improving the healthcare landscape within our plans for the new hospital. Perhaps it isn’t coincidence that the original vision and success of Cardinal Glennon began with Dr. Peter Danis, a devoted physician – and that the beginnings of our next 70 years will be led by Dr. Marandi, also a physician. Tune in to this priceless final episode of Season 1 and visit glennon.org/podcast for all our Season 1 episodes and podcast updates!

Episode 05 - The Hollidays

Tune in for an unforgettable episode of “The Glennon Factor” as we dive into the compelling journey of retired pro-baseball player Matt Holliday and his wife Leslee. We’ll cover “all things Holliday” from first date memories to life in retirement, including their heartfelt reasons for staying connected to Cardinal Glennon.

Joining us in studio is special guest co-host Maggie Bohannan, leukemia survivor and the first patient the Hollidays met more than 12 years ago! Little did Maggie know that her visit with them would result in life-changing impact for future patients and what Matt considers his “biggest accomplishment.” Also - be sure to stay tuned for the "Hot Seat" segment as the Hollidays tackle rapid-fire questions, offering a glimpse into their lighter side. This is an episode you don’t want to miss!

Episode 04 - The Commuter

Sometimes in tragedy we find our life's purpose. Commuting two and half hours one way each workday is an honor and a privilege for Aaron Wright, our podcast producer of "The Glennon Factor." Through his son’s journey with congenital heart disease during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Aaron and his family confronted fear, job loss, PTSD and more. Tune in to hear how his video journaling hobby evolved from a personal coping mechanism to becoming Senior Production Consultant for SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Foundation.

Episode 03 - The Transplant

Diagnosed unexpectedly with cardiomyopathy, 15-year-old aspiring athlete, Jimmy Williams endured a 103-day wait for a new heart, forever transforming his life. Drawing from his book, Attitude of Grace, Jimmy's words serve as a guiding light throughout the episode, illuminating the importance of resilience and faith in the face of uncertainty. We're honored to share reflections from his remarkable journey, alongside his devoted parents, Jim and Shana, and his compassionate heart surgeon, Dr. Charles Huddleston from SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital.

Episode 02 - The Pediatrician

In this latest episode of "The Glennon Factor," we have the honor of chatting with Dr. Heidi Sallee, the remarkable and compassionate medical director of The Danis Pediatric Center at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital. Dr. Sallee, with her deep roots in the hospital's history, shares invaluable lessons for aspiring physicians, emphasizing that while medical practices may evolve, the core of compassionate patient treatment remains timeless. Discover the heart behind pediatric care and the enduring legacy at the heart of SSM Health Cardinal Glennon. It’ll be a touching exploration of medicine, compassion, and the essence of lasting patient connections.