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Zero Pressure

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A relaxed conversation with those on the cutting edge of science and technology - hosted by Britain's first astronaut Helen Sharman - Presented by Imperial College London and Saab
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Imperial College London

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This limited series showcases the latest developments in the world of public health, and the contributions from Imperial College London's Jameel Institute. The COVID-19 pandemic has given many people a solid background in epidemiological theory, and now you can put that knowledge to use, learning more about some of the world's biggest public health challenges, from the experts themselves.
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The podcast that talks about race equality and wellbeing for a busy modern world through inspiring stories, interviews and case studies. Brought to you by Leyla Okhai, CEO of Diverse Minds UK and former Head of the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Centre at Imperial College London. We provide insights from diverse thought leaders in race equality, wellbeing and mental health to increase your understanding and enable you to make positive changes in your life with ease.
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Behind the Stigma

Behind the Stigma

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Hosted and produced by Seiara Imanova, a psychology graduate from King's College London, Behind the Stigma is a pioneering podcast that demystifies the complex worlds of Psychology, Psychiatry, Neuroscience, and Mental Health. Posted twice a month, each episode offers a deep dive into cutting-edge research, featuring conversations with leading experts and top researchers in the field. Take a listen, as we uncover the science, challenge misconceptions, and bridge the crucial gap between acade ...
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From wind and solar to hydrogen and nuclear, Cormac O’Malley explores the challenges and opportunities presented by clean energy technologies with a host of experts from Imperial College London. This podcast is brought to you by the Integrated Development of Low-carbon Energy Systems programme and Energy Futures Lab, Imperial’s global energy institute.
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Welcome to the Energy Futures Podcast, your gateway to the future of global energy. Brought to you by Energy Futures Lab at Imperial College London, this podcast explores the cutting-edge advancements, challenges and opportunities in the worldwide clean energy transition. Why should you listen? In a world racing toward net-zero emissions, energy is at the heart of solving some of our biggest global challenges. We’re here to demystify the complexities of the energy sector, bringing you conver ...
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Emotional intelligence is the current hot topic amongst the business and academic world, being branded as the new form of intelligence - “throw away all your books and learn about emotional intelligence” say critics. But do you even know what it is? ‘Emotional Intelligence - Get Acquainted’ is a new podcast aiming to break down this large topic into much simpler ideas and concepts. Hosted by Simran Halari and Sohini Thakor, two medical students from Imperial College London, and introducing n ...
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We're off this week as we transition to our new hosting platform... SoundCloud! So sit back, listen to one of the past episodes below, and prepare yourself for our next edition of the COIL, Monday, November 18th with Dr. Jeremy Pitt: Trust as the lynchpin of Social Capital. UPCOMING AIR DATE: NOVEMBER 18, 2013 GUEST: Dr. Jeremy Pitt Trust is an essential component of Social Capital. In Part II of our discussion with Dr. Jeremy Pitt, Deputy Head of the Intelligent Systems & Networks Group at ...
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The Curious Quant series, hosted by Michael Kollo, is a discussion between technically-minded professionals in the financial services, technology and data science fields. It examines the application of new data and new methodologies to common problems in financial markets. Michael Kollo has a PhD in Finance is from the London School of Economics where he lectured in quantitative finance in addition to Imperial College and at the University of New South Wales. He has created models and led qu ...
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Be Heard

Beth Susanne

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Beth Susanne is a pitch coach from Silicon Valley, based in Europe since 2012. She works with founders, investors, researchers and corporate innovators from a wide range of industries and technologies. In this podcast series, her clients and partners share their stories: why they do what they do, their biggest successes and challenges, and the impact they want to have on the world. Audiences will be inspired by their innovations and commitment to positive change, while taking home practical ...
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Researching Transit

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Most humans now live in growing cities where increasing traffic congestion risks liveability, the environment and economic productivity. Public transport is now widely seen a solution for mega-city growth due to its social, economic and mass travel efficiency. However the industry faces significant challenges. Infrastructure, systems and even thinking in the industry is old and out of date. Policy and regulatory structures are ‘path dependent’ on historical approaches and lack progressive th ...
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Welcome to the 262nd episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In today's episode, we’re tackling a topic that affects every workplace: conflict. We'll explore the common causes of workplace conflict, dive into effective strategies for managing it, and discuss the serious consequences when it’s left unresolved. In today’s show on Managing…
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This episode, we speak to Dr. Lilith Whittles, about a disease that has recently been, once again, declared a "Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC)". This episode will give you a full update on these latest outbreaks, and everything you might have wanted to ask about Mpox, but didn't know how or where. You can read more about th…
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Send us a text In this episode of Behind the Stigma, host Seiara Imanova speaks with Hari Sewell, founder and Director of HS Consultancy, about the intersection of social justice, ethnicity, and mental health. Hari, a leading voice on institutional racism and unconscious biases in mental health, shares his insights on the systemic factors contribut…
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Join Vicky Demas, CEO of identifeye HEALTH, as she shares insights into her journey from a chemical engineer to leading a healthcare AI company. She discusses the innovative work her team is doing in retinal imaging and AI to revolutionize diagnostics, starting with diabetic retinopathy. Vicky also explores the future of AI in healthcare, highlight…
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Join Babak Hodjat, CTO of AI at Cognizant, as he discusses the latest advancements in generative AI, including foundational model improvements and the rise of agent-based systems. Babak shares insights on the challenges of scaling AI POCs and the growing demand for AI-driven workflows with human-in-the-loop systems. He also teases exciting developm…
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In this debut episode, we explore the UK's energy future with two of Imperial College London’s leading researchers. Our discussion covers the ambitious government targets for grid decarbonisation and whether the incoming government will meet their 2030 goal for a zero-carbon grid five years ahead of the current 2035 target. Guests: Dr. Aidan Rhodes…
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Welcome to the 261st episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! This month, we're focusing on a crucial and timely theme: conflict and how to manage it effectively. In today’s show on What workplaces do now after the racist riots? Why I decided to cover this topic. [00:46] Rachael Twumasi-Corson’s reflections on recent race riots [02:12] T…
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This time we are exploring how the interplay between the commercial and military sectors - as well as the financial system, can foster innovation. In recent decades there has been a seismic shift in how aerospace, defence and security technologies are funded, with a drastic move from public to private investment. This surge in private funding not o…
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Join Adam Burns, VP at Intel, as he explores the future of AI and its integration into edge computing and IoT. Adam shares insights into Intel’s efforts to scale AI applications across various hardware platforms using tools like OpenVINO. He discusses the shift from narrow, rules-based algorithms to broader, AI-driven solutions that enhance efficie…
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Welcome to the 260th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! Today, we're celebrating a significant milestone - our 5th anniversary and a total of 260 episodes, including a bonus episode. In this special episode, I’ll share the five key lessons I’ve learned over the past five years of podcasting. In today’s show on Celebrating 5 Years o…
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Send us a text Ever wondered why we sometimes stand in our own way? In this week's episode, Dr. Alex Curmi breaks down the psychology behind self-sabotage and offers practical tips to overcome these patterns. We explore key concepts like evolutionary instincts, personality traits, repetition compulsion, avoidance compulsion, and fear of change. We …
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Welcome to the 259th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. As part of our ongoing 'Free to Be Me' series, this week’s conversation is with the inspiring Dimple Mukherjee. About Dimple Mukherjee Dimple Mukherjee is an Occupational Therapist, Positive Psychology Practitioner, Coach, and the Author of her latest release, “Word of the Yea…
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Welcome to the 258th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In honour of South Asian History Month and this year’s theme, Free To Be Me, we delve into the importance of self-expression in the workplace. Join me as we explore why self-expression matters and how it can impact our work environment. In today’s show on Enabling Self-Express…
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Welcome to the 257th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. It's South Asian History Month, and this year's theme is Free To Be Me. In today's episode, we deeply explore this year's theme and dive into the concept of authenticity. We also examine the intricate relationship between our values and our true selves and discuss the fascinat…
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Welcome to the 256th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. Happy South Asian History Month! In today's episode, we delve into the significance of South Asian culture and heritage, especially in the context of the workplace. Join us as we explore various perspectives and practical steps to foster a more inclusive and holistic environme…
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Episode Notes We're arriving once again in your podcast feed for a brief glimpse into the room at one of our recent events: "The economics of pandemic preparedness: Trade-offs in peacetime and pandemics". This was an event co-organised and funded by the Imperial College London Abdul Latif Jameel Institute for Disease and Emergency Analytics, the In…
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Join Varun Mohan, CEO of Codeium, as he discusses the evolution of his company from a GPU virtualization startup to a leading AI-powered coding assistant. He explains how Codeium differentiates itself by training its own models, leveraging context from entire codebases, and focusing on improving the entire software development lifecycle beyond just…
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Welcome to the 255th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. This month’s theme is all about politics, and in today's episode, I am talking about shifting workplace politics. In today’s show on Shifting Workplace Politics About my TEDx Talk. [00:43] What is office politics? [01:45] People who are typically at the receiving end of office…
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Join Matt Fleck, CEO, and Neil Heller, COO, of Anonomatic as we discuss data protection by separating business data from identifying information, a method they call polyanonymization. They emphasize that traditional data protection methods like encryption and firewalls are insufficient against modern threats, especially with the advent of quantum c…
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Welcome to the 254th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. This month’s theme is all about politics, and we will be diving into the complexities of discussing politics in the workplace. In today’s show on is it ok to Talk about Politics at Work?? About my TEDx Talk. [00:49] What I mean when I talk about politics. [01:29] The definitio…
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Welcome to the 253rd episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. This month’s theme is all about politics, and in this episode, we'll be looking at key issues political parties are currently focusing on, what I hope to see from the upcoming election, and why companies should face penalties for unequal pay gaps. Join me as we explore how the…
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Professor Yang Gao joins Helen Sharman in the studio for a deep dive into robotics. Professor Yang heads the Centre for Robotics Research at King's College London. We'll also be hearing excerpts from our recent Zero Pressure live event at the Great Exhibition Road Festival, where a panel discussed the technologies on Earth that may help humanity th…
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Welcome to the 252nd episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. This month, we're exploring the theme "Why Pushback?" Last week, we discussed the pushback against diversity initiatives, focusing on the knee-jerk response of "We can't afford that" and the important distinction between cost and value. This week, we're turning our attention t…
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We sit down with Julian LaNeve, Chief Technology Officer at Astronomer. In this episode, Julian provides an in-depth look into Astronomer's journey as a front-runner in data orchestration and engineering. He discusses the innovative strategies and technologies that set Astronomer apart, the evolving landscape of data engineering, and the challenges…
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Welcome to the 251st episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! This month, we're exploring the theme "Why Pushback?" In today's episode, I want to focus on the pushback surrounding budgets and affordability in relation to inclusion and mental well-being. In today’s show on We Can't Afford That About my TEDx Talk. [00:43] Businesses' curre…
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Send us a text In this week's episode, I have an in-depth conversation with a former psychiatric nurse, Neseret Bemient, on returning to wholeness and alternative ways of healing. Neseret shares her journey as a psychiatric nurse and what her role entailed, her diagnosis of medication-induced bipolar disorder, and how her childhood experiences as a…
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Join Hagay Lupesko, VP of Engineering at Databricks/MosaicML, in an exclusive backstage access to discuss Databricks AI Summit 2024 GenAI announcements. Hagay discusses the latest generative AI advancements, emphasizing Databricks' shift towards serverless AI services and the importance of leveraging proprietary data for enterprise AI systems. He h…
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Welcome to the 250th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! This month, we're exploring the theme of "Why Pushback?" In today's episode, we'll delve into this compelling topic by answering the question: Do we have to do mandatory training? In today’s show on Do we have to do mandatory training? About my TEDx Talk. [00:45] Why I decided…
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Join Michael Huth, Dean at Imperial College London and Chief Research Officer at Xayn, as he discusses his journey from a mathematics background to leading roles in both academia and a startup, highlighting the importance of strategic control in his department at Imperial and the innovative work at Xayn. He explores topics such as the concept of so…
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Welcome to the 249th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! As we step into June, I'm excited to introduce a new theme for the month: "Why the Pushback." In today’s show on Why the pushback? About my TEDx Talk. [00:45] Why I chose this month’s theme. [01:10] What is “pushback”? [01:43] 3 different categories of pushback. [03:06] Some p…
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This time we are focussing on the world of sensor technology that allows us to collect information at an atomic level. Improvements in quantum sensors are changing how we can detect all sorts of tiny changes in the world around us, revolutionising medical diagnostics, resource extraction and even letting us see around corners… Britain's first astro…
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Welcome to the 248th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. This month’s podcast series focuses on Mental Health Awareness Month/Week. Last week, we explored managing boundaries as a mental health supporter. This week's episode, the final instalment in the series, tackles cultural preferences for mental health recovery. In today’s show…
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Send us a text In this week’s episode, we're diving into the fascinating world of nutrition, social prescribing & community care in psychiatry with Dr. Ally Jaffee, a Multi-Award Winning NHS Junior Doctor. Dr. Jaffee shares her journey into psychiatry, the realities of being a junior doctor, and the inspiring story behind Nutritank. We go into the …
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Welcome to the 246th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. This month’s podcast series focuses on Mental Health Awareness Month/Week, and in this episode, I'll be focusing on setting the framework for positive Mental Health conversations at work. In today’s show on Starting a Mental Health Conversation as a Manager About my TEDx Talk …
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Welcome to the 245th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this year's theme is "Moments for Movement" - all about the powerful connection between physical activity and mental well-being. In this podcast series, we'll be setting the stage for positive mental health conversations in the workpla…
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Send us a text In this week’s episode, we dive into the intriguing world of psychedelics and intimacy with Tommaso Barba, a PhD student at Imperial College London. Tommaso brings to light his recent research on how psychedelics may revolutionize clinical outcomes outcomes for sexual function in depressed patients—offering an alternative to traditio…
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Welcome to the 244th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. This month’s podcast series is all about decolonisation and today for the last episode in the series I am talking about why reparations are key to shifting the colonising dynamic. In today’s show on Why repatriation is vital About my TedX talk [00:43] The definition of reparat…
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In today's discussion, we're delving into the transformative world of drones. From their pioneering potential in healthcare, other delivery services, disaster relief and agriculture, to disrupting defence and security, the ways drones are used are revolutionizing several sectors at an incredible rate. Much of the drone technology is not in itself r…
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Welcome to the 243rd episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. This month’s podcast series is all about decolonisation. Today I am talking about decolonising in arts and heritage. In today’s show on Decolonising the Curriculum About my TedX talk [00:41] The definition of the arts and heritage sector. [01:23] Why we should care about the a…
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Join Arijit Raychowdhury, Chair of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Georgia Tech, and Cheryl Martin, Global Higher Education and Research at Nvidia, as they discuss their pioneering collaboration in AI education. Diving into the genesis of the partnership, they elaborate on how it aims to democratize access to AI tools and resources for stude…
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Send us a text In this week's episode on Behind the Stigma, I speak with Adil Hussain, a men's development coach and the Founder of Brotherhood UAE on Men's Mental Health. We delved into the importance of men's emotional expression, the challenges men face in seeking help, and the impact of societal expectations on masculinity. Adil shares insights…
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Welcome to the 242nd episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. This month’s podcast series is all about decolonisation. Today I am talking about decolonising the curriculum. In today’s show on Decolonising the Curriculum Definition of the curriculum. [01:34] Why diversifying is part of decolonisation. [02:56] How Decolonisation is integra…
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Join Ron Jones and Alexa Tsui, CEO and COO of G2X, as they discuss a recent memorandum from the Biden administration titled "Advancing Governance, Innovation, and Risk Management for Agency Use of AI." Ron and Alexa highlight the challenges of hiring AI talent in the public sector due to competition with the private industry, but also discuss poten…
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Welcome to the 241st episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. This month’s podcast series is all about decolonisation. Today I am talking about decolonising the workplace. In today’s show on Decolonising in the Workplace The apparent fatigue surrounding discussions on racial equity. [02:33] Life during the colonial era. [03:04] Strategie…
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Welcome to the 240th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. Welcome to April. I hope you had a good Easter and Bank Holiday weekend. This month’s podcast series is all about decolonisation, beginning by exploring its meaning and significance in today's world. In today’s show on What is Decolonisation? Why am I talking about decolonizat…
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Send us a text In this week’s episode, I speak with Dr. Awais Aftab, a Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Case Western Reserve University on the Critique and the Opposition to Psychiatry. We discuss the emergence of philosophy in psychiatry as a distinct discipline, and it's historical evolution from psychoanalysis to biomedical models. …
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Welcome to the 238th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. This week, we're diving into burnout and its impact on South Asian women. To help us navigate this important topic is executive coach and keynote speaker, Neelu Kaur. Neelu has some great insights to share, and if you'd like to learn more about burnout in general, be sure to c…
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Kevin Czinger joins Helen to kick off the third season of Zero Pressure. Kevin is the founder, lead inventor and CEO of Divergent 3D, a company that uses some of the world's most advanced methods of design and additive manufacturing (that's 3D printing) to build vehicle structures. The Zero Pressure podcast series looks at how science and technolog…
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Welcome to the 238th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. It’s International Women’s History Month. So, this month’s series is about bringing women away from the stereotypes and masks. In today’s show on Shake up your Women's Network About my TEDx Wolverhampton talk. [00:41] Why I decided to make an episode on this topic [01:18] What…
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