Best Ace Wallace Podcasts (2024)

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Drawn Out Comics, Fox Galleries, the heart whispers and whirls, Asia TOPA, MIFF and AG Founder Andrew Gyopar 1:47:33

6d ago1:47:33

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Richard is joined by a whole slew of guests including: Bernard Caleo to talk all things comics, Tai Snaith with the fortnightly Art Attack, Nela Trifkovic who is the vocalist behind new performance 'The Resonant Heart – The Heart Whispers and Whirls', Jeff Khan pops into the studio to chat about Asia TOPA, Rhys Graham presents a new documentary Rew…

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Zero Caliber 2, Flat2VR, Bomber Drone & Magnetize VRChat 54:26

7d ago54:26

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Ian Hamilton and Don Hopper discuss Zero Caliber 2 launching on Quest, Magnetize and other worlds explored inside VRChat, Bomber Drone turning Quest 3 owners into mixed reality pilots, Flat2VR and more.By UploadVR

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Irish rappers KNEECAP, Circus Arts, SCI-FI Exhibitions & National Poetry Month 2:06:14

12d ago2:06:14

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Richard Kicks off this jam packed episode with Simona Jobbagy of NICA and Sam Jacob, CEO of Collarts as they talk about Australia's only Bachelor of Circus Arts finding a new home for 2025. We have Tilly Boleyn, Science Gallery Melbourne’s Curator & Gail Chin Curator from Art/Science Museum Singapore as they introduce new exhibition SCI-FI Mytholog…

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Alien: Rogue Incursion, Wallace & Gromit in Walkabout Mini Golf, Solara One & Real Racer XR 1:21:14

14d ago1:21:14

1:21:14

Ian Hamilton and Don Hopper discuss the upcoming Alien: Rogue incursion, Walkabout Mini Golf’s new Wallace & Gromit course, the relaxation of floating in Zero G with Solara One on Quest, Driving a mini RC car in virtual reality and much more.By UploadVR

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Scandinavian Film Festival, How do we remain; at the Melbourne Recital Centre, Ānanda: Dance of Joy and Two Remain. 1:39:28

19d ago1:39:28

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Host Richard Watts is joined by Christof Wehmeier, head of international & festival promotion at the Icelandic Film Centre, and they discuss the 2024 Scandinavian film Festival program and highlights. We also have Artist Madeleine Flynn and Arts Centre’s Director of Programming Marshall McGuire from the Arts Centre, discussing Installation, how do …

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Quest Summer Games Sale, Aces of Thunder & Attack On Titan VR 1:26:58

23d ago1:26:58

1:26:58

Ian Hamilton and Don Hopper discuss Aces of Thunder coming to PC, Attack On Titan VR’s review-in-progress, the Quest summer games sale and much more!By UploadVR

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Midsumma needs a new home, Tristan Meecham's Queering the Collection, Melbourne Art Fair's New Director, Romeo & Julie plus movie turned opera, Breaking the Waves 1:47:10

26d ago1:47:10

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Richard Watts OAM reporting for SmartArts! As always, he's here to give you an inside look into the fabulous people behind all of the brilliant goings-on of Naarm's flourishing art scene. Let's go! Amid the housing crisis, Midsumma’s CEO Karen Bryant is on the hunt for office space. The festival is Australia's premier queer arts and cultural organi…

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Ramen VR Stops Work On Zenith, Riven & Blade & Sorcery Reviews 1:15:41

28d ago1:15:41

1:15:41

Ian Hamilton and Don Hopper talk about Ramen VR ceasing development on Zenith, Riven & Blade & Sorcery Reviews and much more Vr gaming news.By UploadVR

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Redeveloping the Melbourne Arts Precinct, reviving Three Magpies in A Tree, Artist Kate Wallace, La Belle Epoque and Reclaim the Crone 1:25:01

1M ago1:25:01

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SmartArts with Richard Watts OAM back to keep you company on these chilly winters days... Starting out with Artist Kate Wallace on her new exhibition ‘Details of a room and other places’ - on now at LON Gallery. In the coming years there will be a big redevelopment of the Melbourne Arts Precinct & the Queen Victoria Market - to tell all about it is…

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162. Stop Procrastinating & Start Studying Now With These 3 Powerful Methods 25:33

1M ago25:33

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). Overcome procrastination when studying with my 3 favourite strategies to get moving NOW! Mentioned in this episode: Printable calendar chain template: https://examstudyexpert.com/chain 1-on-1 exam success coaching: https://examstudyexpert.com/co…

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A Streetcar Named Desire, art partners, Jon & Jero and Abby Howells 1:40:21

1M ago1:40:21

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Richard Watts OAM (!!!) is back in the studio after taking a mental health reset. He’s back, and he’s got the best of Melbourne’s performance, art and comedy for you to fill your diary with. First up, Bernard Caleo is in for Comic Books Chat, telling us about all the fabulous local creators we should know. Anne-Louise Sarks and Nikki Shiels, talk a…

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Summer Showcase 2024 Recap, Upcoming Games for July & More VRChat Exploration 1:09:39

1M ago1:09:39

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Ian Hamilton and Don Hopper recap the UploadVR Summer Showcase, talk about upcoming VR games for July 2024 and much more.By UploadVR

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161. Learning How To Balance Wellness with Academic Success - with Jennifer Keable 19:43

1M ago19:43

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). Today's guest is mindset coach Jennifer Keable, who will be rounding off this mini-series on finding academic calm. Jennifer's story of how she found a healthy balance between success and wellness covers academic anxiety, burnout and imposter sy…

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Thirty Years of APHIDS, Young Broadway Actors Chat Shrek & Opening Up Melbourne 1:06:56

2M ago1:06:56

1:06:56

Steph Teitelbaum fills in for Richard Watts this week for chats with Lara Thoms, the Executive Director of experimental theatre collective APHIDS about their 30th birthday; Young Australian Broadway Chorus talent James Pringle and Charlie Abbot-Higgins stop by to talk about bringing Shrek JR to life on stage; Open House Melbourne's Chief Curator Ta…

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160. Managing Stress for Students - with Heather Lillico 33:42

2M ago33:42

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). In the second part of this mini-series on finding calm in your academic journey, we’re exploring anxiety and managing stress for students. Our guest today, Heather Lillico, is a holistic nutritionist and a yoga and meditation instructor. Heather…

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A scent-sual play, a sensual play, a sense-ual play and 50 years of Art Access Victoria 57:20

2M ago57:20

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For one week more, Oliver Coleman keeps the seat nice and toasty for resident SmartArts host, Richard Watts. And what a cracking show to end the run! Writer Georgia Ketals & scent artist Erin Adams tell us about Recollection, a unique play that offers a sensory experience. Based on a story about a mother trying to recreate her late daughters smell,…

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159. Avoiding Burnout for Students - with Hannah Tackett 44:56

2M ago44:56

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). Many listeners to the Exam Study Expert podcast are pretty high achievers, and with that, you tend to push yourself hard. Pushing too hard, for too long, with too little recovery can result in us getting run down and burnt out. Today's episode i…

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Batman: Arkham Shadow, Just Dance & Flight Simulator 2024 46:56

2M ago46:56

46:56

Ian Hamilton and Don Hopper discuss the upcoming Batman: Arkham Shadow, Just Dance coming to Meta Quest, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and much more.By UploadVR

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Piinpi: Contemporary Indigenous Fashion, Lucy Guerin Inc and run away to the NICA Circus 1:21:50

2M ago1:21:50

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Back to fill the enormous SmartArts shoes of Richard Watts OAM is resident funny guy, Oliver Coleman. Kicking off the show is Tai Smith with the latest visual arts reccs - think cutesy wholesome for the Under Five Windows exhibition at A Reading Room, collaging fun at the Ripped - a Punk Collage Workshop, and writing extravaganzas at Alta Forma. Mu…

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158. Test Taking Anxiety - with Dr Wallace & Dr Artyom 22:05

2M ago22:05

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). Today we are joined by two experts on the topic of effective learning, or “wise learning”: educational psychologist Dr Wallace Panlilio and cognitive neuroscientist Dr Artyom Zinchenko. Artyom and Wallace guide us through what it means to be a w…

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Marvel's What If, Tomb Raider, I Am Cat & Homeworld 51:35

2M ago51:35

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Ian Hamilton and Don Hopper reboot the weekly VR Gamescast checking out What If from Marvel on Apple Vision Pro as well as Tomb Raider, I Am Cat & Homeworld on Quest 3.By UploadVR

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MIFF 2024, CLIPPEDKilda and Blackout Songs 1:27:40

2M ago1:27:40

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Welcome back to another instalment of SmartArts! Oliver Coleman is steering the ship for you again and boy are we in for a cruisy ride... First up, CLIPPED music video festival director Samuel Bright and James Tran going Oliver to talk all things CLIPPEDKilda, music video festival championing the underrepresented creative community behind music vid…

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The Shannon Michael Cane celebration, Michelle Hamer's 'I'm A Believer' and Arkadia, a dance opera 1:04:56

3M ago1:04:56

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Oliver Coleman takes the SmartArts seat this week, and he’s keeping it toasty for the next few weeks while Richard is on break. Tai Snaith comes in for Art Attack to talk all things Melbourne Design Week and Melbourne’s thriving design scene. Oliver and Tai recommend finding an art opening and going along! Mark Poston, event creator and friend of S…

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157. On Mnemonics, Memory Palaces and Making Mistakes: With Anthony Metivier [Mem / Learn Month] 42:15

3M ago42:15

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). We’re wrapping up our Memory and Learning series here on the Exam Study Expert podcast by diving into the marvellous, and at times a little magical, world of mnemonic memory techniques. Our guide today is bestselling author and formidable memory…

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The Odd Couple, Beings, Cutting through Time, and Comedy In The West 1:02:08

3M ago1:02:08

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Oslo Davis fills in for Richard Watts for a jam packed show. Oslo chats with Mark Kilmurry, the Director of Neil Simon's 'The Odd Couple' at the Comedy Theatre, and John Gethin Lewis, the Creative Director of a new exhibition at ACMI called 'Beings'. Also joining Oslo on the show is Geelong Gallery Senior Curator Lisa Sullivan who breaks down new e…

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156. Desirable Difficulties: The 5 Levers To Optimise Your Learning [Mem / Learn Month] 28:45

3M ago28:45

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). Like a good workout, the best learning should be a bit of a stretch but not impossible. That's the principle desirable difficulty in action. I consider it a more "advanced" principle for learning effectively, but it's a very powerful idea to und…

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2024 Spring VR Gaming News Review: Flat2VR, Laser Dance, Arkham: Shadow & Alien: Rogue Incursion 1:06:23

3M ago1:06:23

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Don Hopper and Ian Hamilton meet to discuss some of the biggest trends in VR gaming from the first few months of 2024, including Flat2VR Studios converting classic games into VR experiences, impressive new mixed reality games, and upcoming Arkham and Alien VR games.By UploadVR

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155. Cognitive Load Theory "Brain Hacks" For Students - Ollie Lovell 49:19

3M ago49:19

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). Memory and learning month continues with an introduction to the powerful "cognitive load theory" principle, and how we can use it to supercharge your brain. Learn faster. Understand more. Overcome procrastination. Cognitive Load Theory could hel…

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154. John Dunlosky: Study Like A Champ [Mem / Learn Month] 42:24

3M ago42:24

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). Our Memory & Learning series continues with giant of the "science of effective study" world, Professor John Dunlosky. In today's must-listen episode, we discover: Why learning should be challenging A taxonomy for thinking about 10 popular study …

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153. Building Your School's Study Skills Programme - Katie Holmes [FOR TEACHERS] 46:21

3M ago46:21

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). We're concluding our special "Teaching Learning Skills" mini-series this week with a case study on building a tutor time study skills programme. Packed with highly practical details, with today's special guest Katie Holmes. Follow Katie: @KatieE…

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Hold Me Closer Tony Danza, The Huxleys, Arts Wellbeing Collective's Navigate Well Resources 1:34:13

3M ago1:34:13

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This week, Dan & Steph Teitelbaum take the SmartArts reins and gallop effortlessly into another episode... this episode (as always) is jampacked with recommendations, artist deep dives and what's coming up in Melbourne's performing arts scene. Tai Snaith gives a raving review of ACCA’s current exhibition Oui Move In You by artist Laure Prouvost for…

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152. Tom Bennett on Evidence-Based Education [FOR TEACHERS] 31:35

3M ago31:35

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). Today, we're continuing our special educator-focused mini series with a chance to step back and take stock of the rise of evidence-based practice in education. Our headline guest today is founder of the researchED conference series, Tom Bennett …

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151. Dr Haili Hughes - mentoring scholars & effective study skills teaching [FOR TEACHERS] 22:51

3M ago22:51

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). To kick off this week's special "for teachers" series, we're welcoming Dr Haili Hughes to talk about how to be an effective mentor to students in their study skills, and what good pedagogy for "learning to learn" should include. - Mentoring in S…

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150. Dunlosky's Student Toolbox In Action - Amarbeer Singh Gill [Mem / Learn Month] 46:03

4M ago46:03

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). Memory & Learning series continues with Amarbeer Singh Gill, author of "Dunlosky's Strengthening The Student Toolbox In Action". We're unpacking some of less-known strategies from John Dunlosky's famous 2013 review of the most effective study st…

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149. Peps McCrea: Understanding Memory [Mem / Learn Month] 41:21

4M ago41:21

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). We're kicking off a new series on Memory & Learning with a deep-dive into memory fundamentals. We're guided in this fascinating and illuminating conversation by Peps McCrea award-winning teacher educator and author. Even if you're familiar with …

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147. Overcoming Retrieval Resistance 22:10

4M ago22:10

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). Retrieval practice is the shortcut to learning faster and remembering more, but nearly everyone under-utilises it (at least some of the time), even once you know about it and why it matters. Why? Today I'm breaking down the big 5 barriers to con…

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Pia Johnson’s Re-Orient, Possum Magic and a couple of funny guys 58:58

4M ago58:58

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It’s that time of year again… Melbourne International Comedy Festival! You can’t escape it… so let’s embrace it, with two fabulous comics joining Richard on the program. But he's got art and theatre covered too, of course! Kicking off with comedian Darby James whose kooky cabaret, ‘Little Squirt’ (formerly SpunkDaddy), turns the big but rarely disc…

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146. REWIND: Oliver Caviglioli: Visual Learning Strategies For Students 29:43

5M ago29:43

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). There’s no such thing as a “visual learner”. The idea that some of us are “visual learners” and learn best through imagery is a myth, and has been widely debunked by psychologists. (See https://examstudyexpert.com/brain-science-quiz/ for this an…

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145. REWIND: Dr Carolina Kuepper-Tetzel (Learning Scientist) on Spaced Learning 32:48

5M ago32:48

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). Can you remember what you learned last week? How about last month? Spaced learning is an INCREDIBLY powerful strategy for getting knowledge into memory - and making it stick there. Renowned Dr Carolina Kuepper-Tetzel of the Learning Scientists p…

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144. On Supportive Parenting & Handling Pressure, with Dr Tamara Soles 35:31

5M ago35:31

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). Today we have a special episode for the parents among our audience: I'm chatting to Dr Tamara Soles, child psychologist and parent herself, all about the most effective ways to support your child on their academic journey. Dr Tamara has plenty o…

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Arts Project Australia, State of Australian Regions Report, Akaraka and Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons! 1:33:47

5M ago1:33:47

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Join Richard Watts in the studio with Liz Knowles, the new Executive Director of Arts Project Australia about their upcoming 50th Anniversary, Tai Snaith for the fortnightly review of current Melbourne exhibitions, and Director Charlotte Rogers and Hazel Pigrim on their production called Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons. Richard is also joine…

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143. The 3 Types Of Lists Every Student Should Know (+ 4 More You Might Find Handy) 21:16

5M ago21:16

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). Maximise your productivity with these 7 brilliant list formats, each with a special job to help you get things done and stay on the straight-and-narrow! The Everything List Today's Priorities The Someday Maybe List The Tangents List Checklists M…

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Palestinian Film Festival 2024, The Mary Wallopers, Dungeons & Dragons 50th anniversary, PHOTO 2024, and theatre theatre theatre! 1:44:22

5M ago1:44:22

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Richard kicks off this week’s epic show with Irish band, The Mary Wallopers. The cheeky, rowing brothers, Charles and Andrew Hendy, talk sibling rivalry, genre shifting, and their anticipation of Ireland’s global domination… Professor Lisa Given is on the line to celebrate Dungeons & Dragons 50th Birthday. What is the legacy of DnD and tabletop rol…

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142. Time Management Mastery For Students - with Dr Frank Buck 41:06

5M ago41:06

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). Tune in today to discovery the secrets to staying organised, keeping on top of things even when things get busy, and saving time on things that don’t matter to spend more time on the things that do. Today's guest is Dr Frank Buck, who has a doct…

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141. Where To Study: The Surprising Power of Your Environment 26:41

6M ago26:41

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). Today, we're diving into the surprisingly powerful choice of where to study - a decision that can boost your motivation, focus, productivity and maybe even your memory recall! Where do YOU do your best work? Mentioned today: Episode 87: Five Fun…

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Yentl, Counting and Cracking, When We Were Young, Back to Back and Not Natural! 1:42:32

6M ago1:42:32

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Richard Watts is back in the studio to chat to director Gary Abrahams and actress Evelyn Krape on the production of Yentl, an adaptation of a Yiddish short story. Plus, S.Shakthidharan, the writer and associate director of Counting and Cracking for the 2024 RISING festival; conductor Carlo Antonioli visits the studio to discuss the new performance …

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140. Gifted & Neurodivergent Scholars Unleashed - Dr Matthew Zakreski 45:01

6M ago45:01

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). Unlock the potential of your unique brain with Dr. Matthew Zakreski, a clinical psychologist specializing in neurodiversity and mental health. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of neurodivergent brains, exploring conditions li…

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139. Set Each Day Up For Success With This Morning Planning Habit 14:41

6M ago14:41

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). This 5-minute daily planning / journalling habit has had a big impact on what I've achieved in the past few weeks - I think it could help you too! Focus on what matters Get motivated to make rapid progress Approach the day with a clearer, calmer…

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138. Physical & Mental Strength - The Resilient Scholar with Derick Johnson 23:15

6M ago23:15

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). Strap in for a transformative journey with Derek Johnson, US Army veteran and personal development maestro. In this episode, Derek unveils his secrets to building resilience, overcoming adversity, and the art of turning life's tests into a trium…

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137. Motivation To Start Studying Sooner - 7 Compelling Reasons To Get Going Today 18:24

7M ago18:24

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Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!). In my contribution to the Motivation Series here on the Exam Study Expert podcast, I'm sharing the top 7 reasons you want to get started with your exam prep (or project work) sooner. So many put off starting till later than we intend, and find t…

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