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Welcome to “A Dose of Reality”, the podcast where we infuse insight, laughter, and practical wisdom into the world of clinical leadership and career development. Hosted by Charles Spence, each episode offers a deep dive into the challenges and triumphs of clinical leadership, providing listeners with meaningful conversations, career insights, and a dose of inspiration to navigate their professional journeys. Whether you're a director, a C-level executive, or a clinical researcher in oncology ...
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Join our mission to kill mediocre marketing and lame branding! We the entrepreneurial spirits, marketing executives, CEO’s and start-up hipsters make our way into the lives of millions of people. With the great brands we create, we have the great responsibility to not be lame. The Better Different puts a stop to boring brands and their annoying marketing tricks and interruptive advertising. We share the stories of the brightest and delighted to inspire each other to create better brands and ...
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The Curiosity Project is a podcast where curiosity DIDN'T kill the cat. Whether you want to listen to a serious discussion on artificial intelligence, sustainability of books, philosophy of movies, the beauty of minimalism or a laid back comedic chat on the British royal family then Omar and Umar have you covered. Exploration and discovery is at the heart of this podcast so be curious and join us for a chat!
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Minute Women is your weekly dose of Canadian history and corny 90s nostalgia. We are best friends Grace McNutt and Linnea Swinimer and we are on a mission to tell the untold stories behind the iconic Canadian Heritage Minutes. Along the way, we uncover the funny, weird, and downright terrifying stories left out of Canada’s national history. Did you know John A. Macdonald's younger brother was murdered in a freak gin incident? Or that Sandford Fleming was going to call standard time "cosmic t ...
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In this episode, Charles explore the concept of 'empathy bridges' and how they can be used to improve communication and relationships within the workplace. It also covers empathy in overcoming work challenges, featuring case studies and personal stories, and offers steps to build empathy bridges, vital for career progression. Here's what to expect:…
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In this episode of the Bottled in China Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Andrew Jefford, an acclaimed journalist, poet, and writer whose expertise spans the diverse realms of wine, whisky, travel, and perfume. Jefford is a Contributing Editor and columnist for both Decanter and The World of Fine Wine, as well as the Academic Advisor to the Wine …
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In this episode, they dive deep into the world of Angular application testing with our special guest, Matt, the author of the Angular Mini Book and creator of the ng demo repository. They explore the essentials of unit tests, service tests, and end-to-end tests using Cypress, and discuss the intricacies of building a robust testing infrastructure w…
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In this episode of Adventures in Angular, Sani Yusuf stops by for an adventure and chats with Alyssa, Brooks & Chris about building component libraries in Nx and how he feels forms are one of Angular’s most powerful and perhaps underrated features. Links https://zippopotam.us/ Picks Sani - Operator Decision Tree Alyssa - RxJS in Angular: Reactive D…
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In this episode, Charles interviews Sabine Brookman-May, VP of Oncology R&D at Johnson and Johnson. They cover her path from being the first college graduate in her family to working at J&J, transitioning from hospitals to pharmaceuticals, and lessons from successful and failed drug trials. Sabine shares insights on balancing a demanding career wit…
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In this episode, Charles dives into the often misunderstood art of selling. He corrects the misconception that selling is just about having the right answers and emphasizes the importance of asking good questions to uncover real needs and concerns, leading to more impactful conversations. He outlines a four-step sales strategy and go through relata…
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In this episode, Charles talks with Crystal Zuckerman, the VP HR of PMV Pharma. They discuss her transition from a large biotech firm like Celgene to a startup biotech. They also talk about how she handles layoffs carefully and the power of personal connections in advancing a career. Crystal shares how she brings a personal touch to HR by emphasizi…
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Catalin Ciubotaru joins the show today to share his industry insights and the advantages and disadvantages of using Angular in a startup. In this episode… Main advantages of Angular Moving quickly with Angular Developer experience and templates Disadvantages of using Angular Hiring with a startup mentality Startups defined Micro front ends and mono…
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In this episode, Charles shares a story about a talented medical oncologist who struggled to progress in his career, both internally and externally at his company, despite being highly skilled technically. The main issue was the candidate's inability to effectively sell his achievements and communicate his worth. This inspires Charles to create a s…
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In this episode, Brooks, Alyssa and Chris talk with Aliaksei Kuncevič about Progressive State Management with NGXS. Aliaksei walks the crew through this progressive journey by starting small and implementing reactive services. These are services with a behavior subject. Aliaksei then demonstrates how you can migrate from reactive services to using …
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In this episode,Charles talks with Amber Tong, a senior editor at Endpoints News, about how the Biosecure Act could impact the biotech and pharma sectors. Amber shares thoughts on how this law could change U.S.-China biopharma ties, jobs, and making medicines. We also look into how things are changing in this area, who might benefit or not, and the…
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In this episode of Adventures in Angular Tomas Trajan, an angular elements expert, breaks down how to use angular elements for the panel. Tomas explains that angular elements are great for very specific use cases. Tomas starts by describing a scenario with a large enterprise with tens of developer teams and hundreds of developers, they have a few c…
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In this episode, Charles talks about his top rules for success in recruiting, which he calls 'The 10 Commandments of Recruitment.' He believes that having principles or commandments as a person or business is what sets us apart. He also shares a bit of fun insight about who he is and what he believes in business. Here's what you are in for: 00:08 T…
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In this episode, Colin Hayward, CMO of Telix- a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company, talks about his contribution to the success of Rituximab which culminated in transforming it into a $3 billion radiopharmaceutical giant. He also shares invaluable insights into the challenges of leadership, the burden of firing people, and the strategic dec…
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In this episode, we delve into the world of wine auctions and the flourishing fine wine scene in Asia. Today we are joined by Adam Bilbey, Christie's Global Head of Wine and Spirits. Drawing from his wealth of experience in Asia, we explore the notable shifts in fine wine collecting across the regions and the emerging trends that shape this dynamic…
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This podcast episode, Charles drops some real talk on communicating well when hiring people. He tells a story about how poor communication can really upset candidates and from this story, he gives three tips for hiring managers. This episode emphasizes that it's good to give rejected candidates helpful, positive feedback and to keep talking to them…
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Mrina Sugosh is a Keynote Speaker, Advisory Board Member and Technical Storyteller. They delve into the world of web development and all things tech. In today's episode, they have an insightful discussion about the technical complexities of exporting invoices to PDF, the challenges of converting HTML rich text to PDF or Word documents while preserv…
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In this episode, Ben Pais, Senior Vice President at Ariceum Therapeutics, discusses innovative cancer treatments. His company develops drugs that use radiation to combat cancer. He explains their strategies and adjustments in medical technology, focusing on radiotherapy. He talks about the challenges of producing and distributing these drugs and th…
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Santosh Yadav is a Google Developer Expert for Angular. They delve into the intricacies of contributing to the Angular ecosystem and demystify the challenges associated with open-source projects. They discuss the importance of long-term commitment to open-source contributions, share insights on committing to documentation, and emphasize the signifi…
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In this episode, Charles talks about how to craft authentic and genuine stories that can sell yourself and stand out from the rest. He points out that many resumes lack persuasive pitches and unique stories, so he offers 5 tips on creating these narratives. He stresses the need for authenticity and alignment with one's CV and interview responses. H…
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In 1996, Don St Pierre Jr joined forces with his father, Don St Pierre Sr, to establish ASC Fine Wines. Over the years, their company has grown to become one of the largest importers of high-quality wine in China. Today, we delve into the formidable obstacles encountered while introducing fine wines to the Chinese market and the fascinating stories…
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Michael Prentice is the owner of DevIntent and an AngularJS Material Lead Maintainer at Rangle.io. Sponsors Chuck's Resume Template Developer Book Club Become a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs Membership Links Michael’s GitHub Michael’s Twitter Michael’s LinkedIn Picks Aaron - rxjs.live Brian - Stephen Fluin - YouTube Brian - The Umbrella Academy Jo…
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In this episode, Charles talks with Riccardo Canevari, the managing director and CEO of Radiopharm Theranostics, a company that is innovating the way we see cancer. They talked about his leadership journey in transitioning from leading 110k employees to a 3-man startup team. He also discusses launching innovative cancer treatments such as Luziterra…
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Craig Spence was a developer at Trade Me in New Zealand before he moved to Sweden to join Spotify. Trade Me is New Zealand's biggest website and it is similar to eBay where people buy and sell lots of different items. Craig talks about his experiences migrating Trade Me from AngularJS to Angular and the challenges they faced. One of the tips Craig …
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In this episode, we're exploring the latest in radiotherapy, especially radioligand therapy for cancer treatment. Charles spotlights some promising trials coming up in 2024 that involve companies like Ymabs, Marianao Oncology, and many more fighting hard-to-treat cancers with new techniques and talks about big deals in the industry, like when Point…
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In this week’s episode of Adventures in Angular the panel interviews Shlomi Assaf, talking about ngrid. After some playful banter about the naming of Ngrid, Shlomi shares the reasons behind building ngrid. The company he was working for at the time need a grid, he tested nggrid but wanted something completely opensource, so he built one. He also ex…
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In this episode, we talk about ADCs or antibody-drug conjugates with Ilaria Contis, a VP at ADC Therapeutics. This Swiss company is a commercial, global leader and pioneer in the field of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). It is known for being a one-stop-shop for ADC development, handling everything from research to selling their products. Ilaria sh…
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In this episode, Charles covers the steps before applying, the application process, and how to negotiate your salary. He also explores the reasons behind the discomforts that may arise during these conversations and provides practical tips and strategies to help you navigate salary negotiations confidently. Here's what you are in for: 00:00 - Intro…
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In this episode, we explore radiotherapy biotech with Mats Hansen. He is the CEO of Spago Nanomedical AB, a biotech firm advancing cancer treatment with new radiopharmaceuticals. Mats discusses the challenges and opportunities in the radiopharmaceutical space and provides insights into nanomedical radiopharmaceuticals for cancer treatment using lut…
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Alan Agius is a Software Engineer at Google. Lucas and Alan dive into the world of Angular development with a focus on internationalization and library management. They unpack the latest features of Angular 17.3, including improvements to Angular CLI, and shed light on the upcoming developments in version 18. They explore the nuances of runtime and…
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In today’s episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Yiannis Karakasis, a renowned Master of Wine based in Athens, Greece. With his expertise and passion for Greek wines, Yiannis has been instrumental in introducing the world to the hidden treasures of this ancient winemaking region. In our conversation, we delve into his journey and what makes Gree…
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Konstantin Dinaev is the director of product development and a major contributor to Ignite UI. They explore the differences between Ignite UI and Material UI, focusing on Ignite UI's suitability for data-heavy applications and diverse, complex components. From its open-source nature to its dual licensing model for commercial usage, they explore the…
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Welcome to “A Dose of Reality”, the podcast where we infuse insight, laughter, and practical wisdom into the world of clinical leadership and career development. Hosted by Charles Spence, each episode offers a deep dive into the challenges and triumphs of clinical leadership, providing listeners with meaningful conversations, career insights, and a…
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In our latest podcast episode, we embark on a journey to unravel the ever-evolving world of China's wine market. With an eye toward 2024, we explore the challenging landscape awaiting the wine industry. Joining us is Natalie Wang, Chief Editor of Vino Joy News ─ the ultimate source for insights into China's wine industry. Natalie's expertise will g…
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Dean Radcliffe is a senior software engineer at Optum. Armen and Lucas take a deep dive into the intricacies of reactivity and RxJS. Our special guest, Dean, introduces us to the RxFX library and its potential to simplify observable and effect handling. Join them as they explore the complexities of managing loading states and effects in app develop…
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Introducing Mark Wong: Mark Wong is a visionary entrepreneur who took the beverage industry by storm. Less than 6 months after creating Impossibrew, he found himself on the hit TV show "Dragons' Den," where he faced the ultimate test of his business acumen. In this episode, Mark takes us through that experience and shares the valuable lessons he le…
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In this episode of Adventures in Angular, Charles does a solo episode talking about entrepreneurship and the topic/course on “How to Get a Job.” This is an informative episode for those looking for a job as a developer and how to prepare your resume for your career search. Charles covers the core pieces of the course and specific areas of tailoring…
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Thomas Pink and Fabian Friedl from Dynatrace join Adventures in Angular to discuss the highs and lows of building an in-house design system with Angular and the exciting move from keeping it internal to open sourcing and letting the world loose upon it. Sponsors Chuck's Resume Template Developer Book Club Become a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs Mem…
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Armen Vardanyan is an Armenian Angular developer who works extensively with both Angular and RXjs. He walks Chuck through the ins and outs of how he uses RXjs to expand the functionality of his Angular applications and how to think about observables in general. Sponsors Chuck's Resume Template Raygun - Application Monitoring For Web & Mobile Apps B…
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In this episode of Adventures in Angular, we talk with Katerina Skroumpelou, who is a Google Maps and Angular Google Developer Expert and team member at @nrwl_io, living in Greece. In this episode, Katerina talks about how she got started with Google Maps. She also covers how the Google Maps JS API has changed over time, how you can get started usi…
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Ionic’s very own Ely Lucas swings by to chat to Alyssa, Chris & Brooks about NestJS, the node framework that’s winning over devs in the Angular community and beyond. The panel dive into the docs, learning about how Nest allows developers to structure powerful backends with a syntax that will make Angular devs in particular feel right at home.Sponso…
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Professor Charles Spence is a world-renowned experimental psychologist specializing in neuroscience-inspired multisensory design. Spence has published over 1,000 academic articles and authored various best-sellers, including “The Perfect Meal” and “Gastrophysics: The New Science of Eating.” Sensehacking, his newest book, was published in 2021. In a…
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Brew a cup and join Omar and Ricky for a chat! Today you are joining a conversation I had with Ricky Walters, founder of Salon 64. He is an entrepreneur and hairdresser to the celebrities. In This episode we discuss Rickys journey as a young man trying to find his calling and how through persistence and drive has carved a route to him now running a…
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Armen, Subrat, and Chuck dive deep into the ever-evolving world of Angular development and the latest developments in the NGRX framework. In this episode, they explore the introduction of version 17 of NGRX and the shift towards fully signal-based stores. They discuss the implications for existing NGRX data usage, the frustrations and opportunities…
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Armen, Charles, and Lucas join this week's panelist episode. They dive deep into the process of converting components to standalones using a schematic provided by the Angular team. They discuss the challenges faced in the migration process, insights into the reasons behind certain Angular features still being module-based, and the adoption of new c…
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On today’s episode we embark on a journey that sheds light on Asia’s most misunderstood berry and discuss how it’s making a hot comeback. We sit down with Yao Zhao, Founder of 50 Hertz Tingly Foods to discuss all things Sichuan peppers. In this interview, we delve into the scientific intricacies behind Sichuan pepper’s iconic mala (麻辣) or numbing f…
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Armen and Lucas join this week's panelist episode. They explain SSR, how it works, its advantages, and its pros and cons. They dive into the services it provides to its users and how it improves applications. Moreover, they discuss the SSR improvements in Angular 17 and many more. Sponsors Chuck's Resume Template Raygun - Application Monitoring For…
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Charles, Lucas, and Subrat join this week's panelist episode. They delve into the world of Angular development and the latest advancements in the tech industry. They explore the key features and improvements in Angular 17, including rendering percentages, performance enhancement in continuous integration, control flow, and vernacular views. They de…
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Alex Inkin is a lead front-end developer. They dive into the world of Angular development. They explore three utility libraries created by Alex: Taiga UI, web APIs for Angular, and Mosquito, an input masking library. Get insights into Alex's experience working on open-source projects and his tips and recommendations for developers. Sponsors Chuck's…
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In today’s podcast we’ll be uncorking the secrets of unconventional pairings with Vanessa Price, resident sommelier for The TODAY Show, and the brilliant mind behind the best-selling book, "Big Macs and Burgundy: Wine Pairings for the Real World." Vanessa has spent nearly two decades honing her craft and immersing herself in the wine industry. Her …
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