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Find out what it takes to start a career in software development, data analytics, data science, or UI/UX design from those who made the leap. Hear from musicians, veterans, single-moms, teachers, bartenders, postdocs, warehouse workers, and more - all graduates of Nashville Software School (NSS) - as they discuss their transition to tech and their capstone projects presented at Demo Day. Founded in 2012, NSS is a flourishing community of over one thousand alumni, active students, and a team ...
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VARAMOZHI BY NSS TKMCE || VARAMOZHI IS A INITIATIVE BY NSS UNITS 174 and 262 OF TKM COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, KOLLAM AIMS AT CREATING A FREE AUDIO LIBRARY OF MALAYALAM BOOKS FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED || Disclaimer: The Audiobooks contained here and their authority solely lies to the author and publisher altogether. This is only for education purposes, We don't mean to infringe any of the copyrights or publish it whatsoever. The audio library aims at delivering the Audible experience of books t ...
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Strap yourself in ... we will reveal all those burning questions you have about aesthetic procedures. Your host - Trish Hammond is a beauty addict from Byron Bay, Trish lets it all hang out and hides nothing. From her weight loss journey to her vaginal rejuvenation Trish is a wealth of knowledge. Trish believes every human deserves to feel confident, free from inhibitions and fear. We can’t be lucky enough to have a balance, calm, cool and collected Trish because life just isn’t that easy. S ...
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Explore UI & UX design with Susan Culkin, a senior product designer and instructor at Nashville Software School. In this episode of Stories from the Hackery, Susan shares insights on the evolving field of user experience design, the importance of collaboration between designers and developers, and how she's giving back to the tech community through…
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✨ New Episode Drop! ✨ We’re thrilled to have Dr. David Kosenko, the principal of Impress Skin and president of the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia, on the podcast again! Tune in to hear about his inspiring journey from GP to cosmetic medicine pioneer, the latest advancements in aesthetic treatments, and his expert tips for maintaining he…
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🌟 New Episode Alert! 🌟 Join us as we dive into the world of non-surgical aesthetics with the incredible Anita East. Discover her unique perspective on true beauty and the art of enhancing natural features. 🎙️✨ Tune in now to hear her inspiring journey from actress to top aesthetic nurse, and how she's transforming lives one face at a time. @anitaea…
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Bill Torode has volunteered at the NSS library for over 50 years, and has mapped hundreds of caves. We talk about being the first person to peer down what came to be known as Surprise Pit in Fern Cave, as well as several other anecdotes from the long-time TAG legend. Order a custom cave suit from our sponsor, Sophireaptress! https://www.sophireaptr…
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🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ Join us as we sit down with David Percival, the driver behind Sciton International, to explore the journey from launch to legacy. Discover how Sciton has become a leader in aesthetic technology, often referred to as the "Bentley of Devices." Learn about the innovative spirit, dedication to quality, and family values that dr…
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Join Trish Hammond from the Transforming Bodies podcast as she chats with one of the amazing Sciton KOL’s Dr. Lina Vargas at the NSS on the Gold Coast. Discover Dr. Vargas' journey from vascular surgery to holistic aesthetic treatments and learn about the groundbreaking HEROIC device by Sciton. 🌟 Tune in for an inspiring conversation on innovation,…
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Dive into the world of aesthetic education with our latest podcast episode! 🎧 Dr. Tim Edwards takes us inside the NSS Academy, sharing how they’re revolutionizing training, insights on elevating aesthetic education and empowering the next generation of professionals. Dr Tim Edwards, President of the Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon…
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Pete shares his varied caving life starting in West Virginia's Germany Valley all the way through Grand Canyon exploration, Lechuguilla, Tears of The Turtle (the deepest cave in the US), and shares his experience rewiring the electricity for Carlsbad Caverns National Park. He also shares some big NSS news as a member of the board. Order a custom ca…
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Exciting News! 🌟 Dive deep into the world of skincare with Re-Dox featuring Dr. Belal Chami and his sister Zena. 🎙️✨ Join us as we explore the secrets behind radiant skin, the power of antioxidants, and how quality ingredients can transform your skincare routine. 🧪💧 Tune in now and embark on a journey to healthier, glowing skin! Catch the full epis…
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Exciting news! Today on the podcast, I have the pleasure of speaking with Professor Michael Talbot, a renowned Specialist in bariatric surgery, upper gastrointestinal surgery, therapeutic endoscopy, and esophageal physiology. Dr Talbot talked about the following: different types of metabolic/bariatric surgery safety / risks / benefits of bariatric …
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Colin Magee is a Canadian caver originally from New Zealand who has been on high-profile Mexico expeditions like Cheve where he participated in the National Geographic Explorer episode “The Deepest Cave.” He discusses the importance of proper SRT and rescue training, as well as his initiative to gather data from the world’s caving clubs. Colin’s we…
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Join us as we chat with Dr. Ricky Sia, a leading cosmetic physician in Brisbane, about his aesthetic treatments at Eleventh Heaven, including the transformative BBL treatment, rejuvenating Healite therapy, injectables and more. Dr. Ricky leads Eleventh Heaven, a premier aesthetic clinic in Brisbane situated in Teneriffe. Known for advocating patien…
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In this episode of Stories from The Hackery we catch up with Data Science 3 alumni Dibran Rexhepi, a former biology graduate turned data engineer and now instructor for the Part-time Analytics program at Nashville Software School. From his humble beginnings in a chemistry lab to discovering the world of programming through a bioinformatics class, o…
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Excited to introduce the brilliant Dr. Toni Pikoos! 🌟 As a clinical psychologist specialising in Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Dr Toni Pikoos brings invaluable insights. I've been eager to have her on the podcast ever since our meeting at a conference a few years back. Today, we're diving deep into all things Body Dysmorphic Disorder. Dr Pikoos is a cl…
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As we continue to discuss generative AI on Nashville Software School’s podcast, Stories from the Hackery, Founder and CEO John Wark and lead Data instructor Michael Holloway, dive into various techniques for leveraging large language models (LLMs) like generative AI. They explore the potential of using hosted public LLMs via chatbot interfaces and …
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Katarina Kosič Ficco is a cave and karst field scientist with the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, Division of Natural Heritage focusing on subterranean biodiversity. She shares her genesis in the world of caves and karst, having grown up in the classical Karst in Slovenia where the term originated. She also talks about discoveri…
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Discover the beauty secrets of Reveal Australia with Iola as she unveils the diverse range of carefully curated global products for clinicians to offer consumers to fit their ever evolving aesthetic needs. 💫✨ Director and founder of REVEAL, Iola Ciavarra is a beauty and medical aesthetics industry leader with 30 years experience. In a vibrant yet c…
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In this episode of Stories from the Hackery, Founder and CEO of Nashville Software School, John Wark, sits down with lead analytics instructor, Michael Holloway, to provide insights into the impact of generative AI tools like ChatGPT on data analytics and data science. They highlight the importance of human oversight and contextual understanding in…
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In this Alumni Spotlight episode of Stories from the Hackery, we catch up with Full-time Web Development Cohort 22 alumna Kimmy Bird to discuss her NSS journey. From her time as a product owner at an international education company to now working as an Elixir backend developer in Germany, hear about the diverse paths NSS graduates have access to in…
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Join me as I sit down with Dr. Vania, fresh from ASCD 2024, to explore the cutting-edge world of cosmetic dermatology. From her new clinic, The Skin Company, in Auckland, New Zealand, to the latest devices, treatments, and skincare innovations, this podcast is your insider's guide to radiant skin. Dr Vania is a highly experienced and qualified derm…
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Mike Drake heads up exploration of the Studebaker/Wayne Cave system in Indiana’s Garrison Chapel Valley just west of Bloomington. He talks about the genesis and ongoing effort to survey the area’s longest cave. Plus, a bonus talk on Cave Week 2024 in June! Order a custom cave suit from our sponsor, Sophireaptress! https://www.sophireaptress.com/ Ca…
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Gabe Guio is a Nashville Software School graduate who contributed to the recent local data conference, DataTune Nashville, in a big way. He had the opportunity to not only build the website for the conference that serviced over 400 attendee registrations, but also built a conference scanner application that sponsors used to capture the information …
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From mock interviews, to resume talks and Demo Day scheduling, there’s no shortage of opportunities for our students to gain the skills necessary to their job search after graduation.! In the latest episode of Stories from the Hackery, NSS’s Career Development Team Lead, Ashley Canino, and Career Development Specialist, Michael Frieh, talk about ho…
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I have to say I’ve been looking forward to doing this podcast since the very first day I met Dr Nina Wines at a Rockstar Event. She’s a true rockstar of the Aesthetics industry, and seriously one of the most motivated and motivating women I’ve had the pleasure to meet! Dr Nina Wines is an experienced medical, laser and cosmetic dermatologist. Her s…
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Nashville Software School Founder and CEO John Wark sits down with Full-time Web Development Lead Instructor, Steve Brownlee, to discuss Steve’s research in how generative AI can be a helpful tool the popularity of LLMs continue to grow in software development. Learn more about Nashville Software School and our upcoming programs when you visit our …
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Welcome to the Transforming Bodies podcast series 3! I’m absolutely stoked to share with you ourt “Dermatology Series”. I recently attended the ASCD (Australasian Society of Cosmetic Dermatology) 2024, and feel that Dermatology and especially Cosmetic Dermatology is not as prominent as it should be in the aesthetics arena. So I want to share some g…
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Dave Brumbaugh has been a cave guide in several show caves, including back home in Pennsylvania. He has also worked at Carlsbad Caverns and indeed still works for the National Park Service in Yosemite National Park. We talked about his extensive caving career, which included helping the FBI locate and dispose of unexploded ordinances in a Carlsbad …
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Rand Heazlitt is currently leading the continued exploration of Indiana's longest cave, the Binkley Cave system. He shares his perspective as the leader of the group that endured a 2016 flood that threatened the lives of him and his survey group in Binkley Cave. He also talks about current and future exploration of Alabama's Fern Cave, as well as d…
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Rand Heazlitt is currently leading the continued exploration of Indiana's longest cave, the Binkley Cave system. He shares his caving genesis, key moments in his caving history, and the story of the loss of a dear caving friend in part 1 of a two-part conversation. Donate to the NSS! https://members.caves.org/general/custom.asp?page=donate&_gl=1*5p…
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Jessica Jernigan is a TAG caver who has been at it for just over a couple of years, but has accomplished a lot in that time. We had a great talk about what caving does to fulfill not only our sense of adventure–indeed defining adventure as we looked at it through the lens of caving, but also how that fulfillment applies to other aspects of life. Do…
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I’m amazed at how cozy and warm the clinic is of Dr Lowe in Chatswood, Sydney. In this insightful podcast, we get to know the Medical Director of Muse Clinic, Dr Stephen Lowe. Dr Lowe is passionate about radiant skin and combines high-tech laser with evidence-based skin management to create a flawless complexion. He researches treatments thoroughly…
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Mike Mansur is the author of The Cave Formation Repair Project. He and his team of volunteers have worked hundreds of hours repairing and restoring cave formations in such high-profile caves such as Carlsbad Caverns, Fort Stanton Cave, and Caverns of Sonora, among many others. Buy the book: https://speleobooks.secure-mall.com/item/The-Cave-Formatio…
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“We value consistency, and I think it's so, so, so important to understand that I've spent my life devoted to eyelids and not only my medical training, but the first ten years of my career, this is all I've been doing and so when you do a lot of one thing I think it just pays dividends for the patient to go with someone who's a niche, niche doctors…
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When I hear the word regenerative - I’m all ears! On today’s podcast, we get to pick the brain of Jeannie Devereaux - who is I believe the best person to speak to about PRP 🙌 So there’s PRP & there’s PRF - what’s it all about? We got to chat about therapeutic PRP, the different types of PRP, and how to navigate finding if you’re getting the treatme…
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“I really just want to take good care of people. I want them to be happy. Literally in their skin. I want them to be happy with their skin, but I think that there's a certain amount of psychological component that comes with that as well and I want them to be really happy with how they look, but also with how they're presenting themselves in the wo…
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Tray Heinke appeared on an episode of Naked and Afraid, which was a big part of this talk, but he's been an Indiana caver for many years, exploring Indiana's longest cave, Binkley Cave; including a harrowing trip in December of 2016 that trapped him and his companions for more than 36 hours. He tells the story, and shares his adventurous plans for …
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“Once I started writing the book, I had a patient say to me, ‘Thank you for making me feel normal’ which seemed a perfect title for a book about body image and development and what is exactly “normal”?” - Dr Moradi Normal: A Plastic Surgeon's Letter To His Daughters A fantastic must-read and must-keep book about body image. This is the book that ev…
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“We think our platform is actually really well set up for doctors to be able to advertise because they don't have control over the review function on our platform.” - Tom RealSelf is the largest, most trusted online resource for people wanting to learn about plastic surgery and other cosmetic procedures—and connect with top doctors and aesthetic pr…
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From a family mission to a company mission, followed by a global mission! In this heartfelt podcast I get to chat with Lina Leon, the International Marketing Director from Sciton, and get the rundown on a new initiative of giving back with the program “Sciton Cares”. “Sciton Cares is a program that we just launched with our physicians around the wo…
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Patti Cummings is the Vice President of the Richard Blenz Nature Conservancy, home of Indiana’s storied Buckner Cave. She talks about her caving history and life, as well as managing the NSS-owned Buckner property, and specifically the home of former owner Dick Blenz, who passed away in 2018. Order a custom cave suit from our sponsor, Sophireaptres…
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“The hardest part of this industry is finding the right skincare for you. So I always say to people, if you're happy, don't change a thing. But if you're not happy, now is the time to do something.” - James Vivian James Vivian is a Dermal Clinician from Victoria and has a skincare line called Viviology. He has a dedication, care and innate understa…
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Zeke McKee is a Tennessee caver who has explored and mapped many caves, including Heart of Gould, and Enigma–both of which we talk about at length, including details of a harrowing rescue in 2020. Order a custom cave suit from our sponsor, Sophireaptress! https://www.sophireaptress.com/ Find your local grotto! https://caves.org/committee/i-o/grotto…
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When I hear the word menopausal - I’m all ears! On today’s podcast, we get to pick the brain of Dr Ginni Mansberg - a great person to speak to about Menopausal Skin. 🙌 Dr Ginni is a Co-Founder and Presenter of Don't Sweat It, author of The M Word - How to Thrive in Menopause. She is also the Co-Founder of ESK Evidence Skincare. In this insightful p…
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In this second episode of our Special NSS Podcast Series Trish gets to chat with Dr Robyn Siperstein, Dermatologist based in Florida USA. She is an expert speaker on cosmetic dermatology and practice management. She is passionate about teaching, touring the US doing lectures, as well as holding her own courses teaching other medical professionals i…
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Here’s the first of our NSS 2023 podcast Series and I am so excited to share our first interview with Dr Tim Edwards, President of the Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons. Dr Edwards is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon based in Adelaide, South Australia. In this insightful podcast, Dr Edwards talks about the new AHPRA guidelines, the pat…
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Host Matt Pelsor visits Cagle’s Chasm in Tennessee and chats with Chris Lee, Jennifer Young, Jeff Rose, and trip leader Jim Minie. This episode is part two of a three-part series recorded remotely during SERA Cave Faire in early May, 2023. Order a custom cave suit from our sponsor, Sophireaptress! https://www.sophireaptress.com/ Indiana Cave Capers…
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In todays special episode Trish is joined by Dr Naveen Somia, the Scientific Convenor of the 2023 Non-surgical symposium, who gives us a sneak peak into some of the exciting things to expect at this year's symposium on the Gold Coast, 23-25 June 2023. ❤️ If you haven't got your tickets yet, you can get them from nss@tphe.com.au or visit https://non…
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