MSL Talk

Tom Caravela

tom@carolangroup.com

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Booking Overview

MSL Talk is a career-focused show for Medical Science Liaisons and Medical Affairs leaders, hosted by an MSL recruiter/founder. It’s valuable for PR pros because it targets a specific healthcare communications audience and centers on professional development topics that naturally attract industry-experienced guests. Booking is most feasible with credible MSL, Medical Affairs, or healthcare education leadership backgrounds.

Metrics

Episodes: 304

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1k-10k

Gender skew: Female

Location: USA

Contact Information

tom@carolangroup.com

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Host

Tom Caravela - Hosted by Tom Caravela, MSL Recruiter and Founder of The Carolan Group, offering insights for Medical Science Liaisons, aspiring MSLs, and Medical Affairs leaders.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Medical Affairs/MSL practitioners (career longevity, leadership path) or experienced interview/career coaching with relevance to MSL/job searches.
Required Achievements:  
MSL tenure/track record in medical affairs, Progression into leadership roles, Proven experience supporting candidates through MSL or medical affairs job interviews

Recent Guest Discussions

Stacey Curtiss - Journey Into Medical Affairs; Early Years As An Msl; Career Progression And Leadership Roles; Staying Relevant; Relationship Building; Overcoming Fear; Advice For Aspiring Msls

Deanna Tucker - Job Interview Strategies; Common Interview Blunders; Digital Interview Preparation; Answering “tell Me About Yourself”; Nonverbal Cues; Dressing Appropriately; Avoiding Negative Remarks

Recent Topics

Medical Affairs, Medical Science Liaison, Career, Leadership, Recruiting

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
MSL Talk
:

Career Longevity in Medical Affairs: How to Stay Relevant for 20+ Years

June 09, 2026

In this episode, Tom Caravela is joined by Stacey Curtiss as they discuss her journey into medical affairs and share key insights from her early years as a Medical Science Liaison (MSL). They explore career progression and leadership roles, highlighting major shifts in the industry and the importance of staying relevant. Stacey emphasizes the need to be comfortable in uncomfortable situations and the role of relationship building in career growth. The conversation includes advice for MSLs asp...

The Proactive MSL: A Skill That Defines Top Performers

June 02, 2026

In this episode, Tom Caravela and Laura Mease explore the concept of proactive versus reactive Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs). They discuss the characteristics of proactive MSLs and the importance of building trust and overcoming a reactive mindset. The conversation includes early proactive approaches, growth mindset strategies, and a real-world example of proactive MSL success. They examine the risks of being reactive, emphasize the importance of pre-call planning, and highlight the need fo...

Interview Blunders And Fails That Cost You The Job

May 26, 2026

In this episode, Tom Caravela and Deanna Tucker delve into crucial job interview strategies and common pitfalls. They emphasize the significance of thorough research and preparation, and discuss avoiding first impression errors. The conversation includes practical advice for digital interviews and how to effectively answer the "Tell me about yourself" question. They explore the importance of enthusiasm, the impact of negative remarks, and how to balance confidence with arrogance. Nonverbal cu...

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