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Teaching Matters Edinburgh, created by the University of Edinburgh, complements the University's Teaching Matters blog. We invite students and staff to engage in topical conversations, both debating and celebrating aspects of Higher Education.
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Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh

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This fortnightly podcast from the Physicians' Gallery at the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh presents stories from medicine, past and present
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Memories and stories from North Edinburgh Dementia Care’s Seagrove Centre. North Edinburgh Dementia Care is a leading independent charity that provides day care services to people living with dementia. We provide support, activities and a lunch to our clients, Monday to Saturday. We hear so many great tales from the folk that visit us. You can hear some of them here. Also a bit about our organisation, our work and dementia it’s self.
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A brand-new wellbeing 'what's on guide' with a difference. Explore the free-to-access places and spaces, helping folk across the Capital have more good days. Hosted by Edinburgh singer-songwriter and community musician Gus Harrower, this immersive listen will introduce listeners to the amazing people in Edinburgh’s communities, as well as provide information on how to access a wide range of wellbeing-boosting support and activities out there.
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Regular film show from the Cinetopia podcast team, reviewing the latest releases (slanted towards arthouse cinema), and interviews with film professionals as well as highlighting industry specific masterclasses we produce in Edinburgh. Cinetopia is a organisation aiming to make film and filmmaking more approachable and diverse within Edinburgh and beyond. We offer low-cost film screenings for local communities & organise free networking events that bring filmmakers in the early stages of the ...
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We're two Mums living in Edinburgh who are obsessed with true crime and mysterious happenings, so obsessed we decided to start a podcast! Each month we take turns to tell stories from our homelands - Effie Scottish born and bred where haggis is NOT actually an animal and Marti from the land down under where no prawns have ever been thrown on a barbie, it needs to be said! So, if you want polished, professional true crime then this is not for you, maybe try Casefile. But if you love true crim ...
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The Quest Express podcast is for people who love travel, history, innovation, learning, artists & entrepreneurs. We'll feature three episodes each week and "land" in a new city every 4-8 weeks. We've spoken to the most interesting people in: Venice, Italy; New Orleans, Louisiana; Edinburgh, Scotland, and Jerusalem, Israel. Where should we go next?
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A show from the West End of London, England about pubs, writers, attractions, theatre and a bohemian lifestyle. Includes Best Bohemian Boozers, sometimes. The Edinburgh Festival and occasional Theatre reviews. And how to get life wrong, often.
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The Library of Mistakes

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Based in Edinburgh, with branches in Switzerland and India, the Library of Mistakes is a free public library designed to improve understanding of finance (and life in general), one mistake at a time. In this podcast series the Library's Keeper, Professor Russell Napier, speaks to authors of some of the most interesting books in the ever-expanding collection exploring insights into finance, business, society and human nature. Fascinating, educational and often rather funny. Produced and edite ...
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The Fringe Festival takes over Edinburgh, Scotland, for three weeks every August. The festival brings together thousands of artists in thousands of shows, selling millions of tickets. It also brings the promise of career-defining experience and exposure. Fringe Benefits is a docuseries with a unique behind-the-scenes look at the Fringe Festival, exploring the experiences of first-time and seasoned performers, producers, venues, and local residents. This is a story about dreams, ambitions, an ...
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Porty Podcast

David Calder, Alan Hepburn, Erin Menzies, Lottie Meier, Lottie Clement, Josie McLeister

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The Porty Podcast is a community project, highlighting events in and around Edinburgh's seaside - Portobello! It's a very active area with sailing, rowing and kayaking on the Forth, a vibrant artistic community and a strong sense of identity which makes it slightly separate from the other parts of Edinburgh. Image credit Nicola Dunlop
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'A Scottish Podcast' is a serialised modern audio drama. It chronicles the story of Lee, a washed up former radio DJ who launches a paranormal investigation podcast. Lee wants to see his show The Terror Files mentioned up there alongside podcasts like The Black Tapes, Limetown, and The Message. And he’ll stop at nothing to achieve it. Aided by his jaded musician pal Dougie, the pair travel the length and breadth of the country in search of Medieval Demon Kings and Lovecraftian Gods of the Se ...
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The Guilty Feminist

Deborah Frances-White

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Ever felt like you should be better at feminism? Join comedian Deborah Frances-White and her guests for this comedy podcast, recorded in front of a live audience. Each week they discuss our noble goals as 21st century feminists and the hypocrisies and insecurities that undermine them. Deborah Frances-White is the 2016 Writers' Guild Award Winner for Best Radio Comedy for her hit BBC Radio 4 series Deborah Frances-White Rolls the Dice. She is an Edinburgh Fringe regular, a screenwriter and is ...
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An indie music podcast. Made in Edinburgh in Scotland, but with podsafe music from all over the world. Will our host make it through to the end without making any mistakes? It's unlikely, but the only way to find out is to listen.
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Discover the chilling tale of the Lady of Larkhall in our latest episode! Found to the south east of Glasgow, Larkhall is home to one of the most sinister and enduring ghost stories. This haunting tale revolves around Sita, a mysterious woman from India who roams the ground where Broomhill House, a grand mansion with a dark past once stood. In this…
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Our Turn2us Edinburgh Trust Senior Partnership Development Officer, Ems Harrington, sits down to talk with Agata Ciesla about the work of LinkLiving Edinburgh Young Person’s Service and the support they provide. They talk about the work of the service in Edinburgh and the impact that the rising cost of living is having on the young people being sup…
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In the final part of this three-part podcast, Wellbeing Advisors Douglas and Tessa talk to Dr Mark Hoelterhoff the four transformations mentioned in the Wellbeing in the Curriculum report, incorporating diverse experiences and what the next few years look like for the wellbeing in the curriculum project. This episode belongs to Podcast series: Stud…
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Some of our favourite songs at Seagrove. Our favourite visiting musician and singer Stevie Q starts us off with The Northern lights of Old Aberdeen and I belong to Glasgow. Ricky gives us The Cappy Club song. No doubt remembered by many people who attended The Capitol Cinema in Leith as children. Margaret talks about dancing at Fairleys and Violet …
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Send us a Text Message. For bookings & private events, call us: 833-QUEST-55, Option 2 BONUS: In today's final episode with comedian, Tom Dreesen, The Quest Express reveals stories from Dreesen's "Sinatra era" when he toured the globe with Frank for over 13 years. You'll hear Sinatra stories from behind the curtain, and have the opportunity to join…
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Fantastic Leith tales from Daisy, born in 1931. From low flying German planes and a bomb dropping on Largo Place to the shops and business on the streets of her childhood. She tells us about her father being lost, presumed dead, at Dunkirk. Her first job as a cashier at Leith Provident COOP and working for Graham Tiso in the the early days of his o…
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The Guilty Feminist: Sex Education Presented by Deborah Frances-White and Jen Brister with special guests Carys Afoko, Lynn Enright, Suzi Boulting Recorded 25 March 2019 at Kings Place in London. First released 24 June 2019. The Guilty Feminist theme by Mark Hodge and produced by Nick Sheldon. More about Deborah Frances-White http://deborahfrances-…
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This week Dr Ben Warner interviews Professor Tom Fardon on the topic of asthma. Through a case study, Prof Fardon discusses how to assess and treat a severe exacerbation of asthma and what needs to be considered when discharging patients. Tom and Ben also discuss diagnosing asthma and the treatments available to patients. Professor Fardon is a Cons…
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Send us a Text Message. How did Tom Dreesen, reinvent himself from life insurance salesman, to Carson favorite on the Tonight Show as a stand-up comedian, to opening for Sammy Davis Jr. and later Frank Sinatra? Today, Tom shares with The Quest Express the powerful mindset that overcame concrete walls, destitution, and frustrating delays during thos…
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Send us a Text Message. St Mark’s Episcopal Church in the High Street has received some good news. The National Churches Trust has awarded it a £100,000 grant to help preserve this historic Georgian building. The church first started fund raising about five years ago but that was hit by lockdown and other issues which delayed the whole project. But…
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Send us a Text Message. BONUS: Today The Quest Express sits down with Tom Dreesen, who has been in show business for 50 years. In this episode, Tom shares the personal story of his childhood in poverty before pursuing his dreams to become a successful entertainer. Come back for Part II & III later this week. If you're interested in hiring Tom for s…
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This week Dr Natalie Farmer discusses their chosen specialty, Respiratory Medicine, with Dr Marilena Giannoudi. Topics in the episode include Dr Farmer's journey into the specialty and a case example highlighting the importance of multidisciplinary teamwork in treating respiratory patients. Dr Natalie Farmer is currently an ST6 Respiratory Registra…
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On our June edition 2024 of the Cinetopia Radio show, Amanda from Cinetopia and show regular, Clara Strachan,cover this year’s Sheffield Doc/Fest, reviewing the documentary films DEVO and ETERNAL YOU, and many more from the UK’s leading documentary festival. Plus Clara sits down with Inma de Reyes, director of The Boyand the Suit of Lights and Aman…
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The Guilty Feminist 401. Live from Brisbane Presented by Deborah Frances-White with Alice Fraser and special guests Huda Fadlelmawla and Anisa Nandaula with music from Grace Petrie Recorded 27 May 2024 at the Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane, Australia. Released 24 June. The Guilty Feminist theme composed by Mark Hodge. More about Deborah Frances-Whi…
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The Guilty Feminist 401. Live from Brisbane Presented by Deborah Frances-White with Alice Fraser and special guests Huda Fadlelmawla and Anisa Nandaula with music from Grace Petrie Recorded 27 May 2024 at the Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane, Australia. Released 24 June. The Guilty Feminist theme composed by Mark Hodge. More about Deborah Frances-Whi…
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Send us a Text Message. BONUS: Today we sit down with Nicole Alger, a classically trained realist painter & draftsman creating in a post-classical world, but a world that still honors craft & skills-based art. She graduated from The Florence Academy of Art. Learn more at her website: www.nicolealgerpainting.com Contact Nicole about her artwork Foll…
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Send us a Text Message. Here at The Porty Podcast, we were delighted to learn that a group of primary school children at Towerbank had come top in their age-group in a programme called ‘Academy 9’. The aim was to get schools across Scotland involved in real life science and technology projects - in this case the dualling of the A9 north of Perth. T…
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The Guilty Feminist Culture Club: Kathy and Stella Solve a Murder Presented by Deborah Frances-White and Susan Wokoma with special guests Bronté Barbé and Rebekah Hinds Recorded 14 June 2024 at the Ambassador’s Theatre. Released 21 June. The Guilty Feminist theme composed by Mark Hodge. More about Deborah Frances-White https://deborahfrances-white.…
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This lecture explores Roald Dahl and his interest in medicine through the eyes of his doctor and friend, Professor Tom Solomon.You can also watch this talk on our website: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/heritage/talks/roald-dahls-marvellous-christmas-medicineTwitter: twitter.com/RCPEHeritageInstagram: instagram.com/physiciansgallery/Facebook: facebook.com/…
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