Sara Kenkare-Mitra talks about resilience, risk, and the kind of leadership it takes to save failing drug programs — and make medicines that matter.

(00:00) Introduction to Sara Kenkare-Mitra

(00:36) Turning a (nearly) failed program into a bestselling drug

(08:33) Learning from industry legends

(22:59) Winning for patients, even if others take it across the finish line

(27:30) Following your curiosity — and unmet need

(37:40) A new era for neurotherapeutics

(40:46) Transitioning from large to small companies

(46:33) Experience matters in the long game

(51:56) Navigating work/life responsibilities

(55:36) The biggest pitfall for early career scientists? Impatience.

(58:48) Being the only woman in the room

(1:00:42) It all comes back to curiosity

(1:02:24) Lightning round