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My bio lists me as a 'serial traveller' - well, that's a self-styled handle. I've been addicted to travel for 50 years. If I didn't have to work to pay for my habit, I'd be on the road or in the air or on the water as much as possible. Here are some impressions from a few favourite places en route. The road always beckons for more adventures. You can find more about my travels over the years on my website.
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A beyond binary journey to being a better human. Join our head-on conversation about current affairs and gender-based issues affecting transgender and non-binary youth, students, and adults within Canada. Hosts Cyn (she/her) and Isaac (he/they) give arts, culture, doers & dreamers a beyond binary twist in this Atlantic Canadian conversational talk show; breaking down cis-normative bias, smashing stigma, and fostering a greater connection between cisgender and trans, and non-binary communities.
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Leading scholars in History, Philosophy and Social Studies of Science (HPS) introduce contemporary topics for a general audience. Developed by scholars and students in the HPS program at the University of Melbourne. Episodes released weekly. Current Hosts: Samara Greenwood and Carmelina Contarino. Season 3 launches 7th March 2024!
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In the modern era, our nutrition systems are in crisis. Foods that once had high levels of minerals and vitamins have seen their levels plummet as a result of the compromised health of our soil and ecosystems. With these changes, our waistlines have expanded, as food is less nutrient-dense and therefore less filling. Entire communities are undernourished and overweight. This is a direct result of the figurative and literal food deserts we live in today. It's time for a new era, one that puts ...
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Environmental and social issues can feel confusing and overwhelming, especially when we try to tackle solutions on our own. That’s why it’s important to collaborate with other optimistic activists on sustainable strategies. When we join the movement together and break down complex practices, we can make profound changes. By focusing on collective movements over the long-term, our social impact makes our communities better. And eventually, our work becomes a beacon of hope for the entire worl ...
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When Jax is back and brunch is brewing it’s not long before Lisa Vanderpump gets three more minutes of screen time. Will Katie and Schwartz ignite the fires of their tension? Does Sandoval own a pair of pants from this decade? Why the hell is that treadmill so quiet? It’s the episode that prepares for a finale while coddling James Kennedy for some …
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We have a very special episode today with guest host Dr Joshua Eisenthal interviewing fellow philosopher of science, and good friend, Dr Haixin Dang on the fascinating subject of Disagreement in Science. It might seem like scientists should always aspire to achieve consensus, and therefore any disagreement in science is a mark of failure. However, …
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Nature has the powerful ability to draw you into self-reflection and put you back on the right track. This is what Captain Liz Clark experienced when she sailed into the vastness of the ocean for an intimate voyage of awakening. In this episode, she joins Corinna Bellizzi to share how her work as a sailor, surfer, and ocean advocate allowed her to …
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As the curtains slowly draw to a close on Season 11 of Vanderpump Rules, anticipation peaks as Israel Isaac takes center stage on the Vanderpump Robs podcast. Will he unveil his top-tier reality show picks? Do we uncover the healing journey of the cast post-#Scandoval? Will we be seeing more from Israel in the final run of episodes? It’s the episod…
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Measurements, and their manipulation, have been underestimated as crucial historical forces motivating and guiding the way we think about disability. Using measurement technology as a lens, and examining in particular the measurement of hearing and breathing, Coreen McGuire's book Measuring Difference, Numbering Normal: Setting the Standards for Di…
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Can algae be interesting? (Hint: Yes. Yes, it can.) Can it save the world? (Hint #2: Also yes.) Give this a listen. It matters. Special Tribute Episode Care More Be Better Host / Ignorance Was Bliss Guest: Corinna Bellizzi Ignorance Was Bliss Host: Kate Wallinga (Archival Audio), republished with the permission of Kate Wallinga's family Introductio…
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Can algae be interesting? (Hint: Yes. Yes, it can.) Can it save the world? (Hint #2: Also yes.) Give this a listen. It matters. Nutrition Without Compromise – Special Tribute Episode Nutrition Without Compromise Host / Ignorance Was Bliss Guest: Corinna Bellizzi Ignorance Was Bliss Host: Kate Wallinga (Archival Audio), republished with the permissi…
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Today's episode features one of our favourite philosophers of physics, Dr Sophie Ritson. Sophie's research focuses on the way contemporary physicists – of both the experimental and theoretical kind – work together to develop reliable knowledge and find creative ways to expand our fundamental understanding of the universe. Sophie is unafraid to dig …
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When Scheana is tempted by an apple in the garden of #Scandoval it’s up to interpretation whether or not this group has matured. Is Schwartz thinking independently for the first time ever? Does Lala’s journey need to include the phrase “baby daddy?” What was your high school GPA? It’s the episode that introduces brunch but also listens to Fleet Fox…
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The US government has started backing food as medicine for the prevention of chronic diet-related health and wellness issues. For this to yield the expected results, the current nutrition system must be revamped and transformed. Corinna Bellizzi explores this topic with food specialist and chiropractor Dr. Grace Hameister. She explains how to elimi…
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Tristan Sykes and Kate Booth are the founders of JustCollapse.org, we discuss the social and ethical dimensions of the collapse of civilization due to climate crisis. We examine how the poorest and most vulnerable are seeing the stresses first and discuss what is required going forward. This is a wake up call.…
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When Ariana has to explain her situation again and Lala plays fact checker, it’s not long before the entire cast realizes they need a storyline too. Will Katie let go of the loyalty shackles? Can Jo get over Schwartz? Is SUR ever going to make another appearance? it’s the episode that puts a hot dog on the block, but reminds you who the real wiener…
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Today's guest is Dr Kirsten Walsh, a philosophy lecturer at the University of Exeter. Kirsten’s research primarily focuses on Isaac Newton and his methodology, but she is careful to consider philosophical issues alongside a sensitivity and consideration for historical contexts. In today’s episode Kirsten gives us a sense of how our historical under…
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Many corporations and industries nowadays focus more on earning a profit and less on supporting humanity, which is what truly matters. Money is now the major commodity and human life has become utterly disposable. For Jeffrey Charles Hardy, the only way to make real change today is to secure the so-called second human evolution in perpetuity. In th…
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When Ann Maddox and Amanda Lifford decide it’s finally time to talk to Vanderpump Robs, it’s not long before the three goof off about how silly and fun podcasting can be. Will Ann spill any tea about the Vanderpump Rules universe? Does Amanda moonlight as a Cameo promoter? Which celebrities would they like as their personal assistants? It’s the epi…
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When Ann wants a new boss and Tom wants to eavesdrop, it’s not long before the pizza is delivered. Are James and Ally the new Tom and Ariana? Does Schwartz’s love for plants outweigh his need to be a father? Who will succumb to the power of the milky water? It’s the episode that threatens to dial 911 while eating some stuffed crust. Pre-orde the au…
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This week the team at The HPS Podcast are taking a mid-semester break! To celebrate we are reposting one of our favourite episodes from Season 1 featuring Professor Greg Radick, a leading historian of biology at the University of Leeds. In the podcast Greg discusses the use of counterfactuals in history of science - the term we use for asking ‘What…
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As the climate crisis continues to worsen, natural disasters will only get more dangerous, which leads to traumatic experiences if completely ignored. For this episode, Corinna Bellizzi focuses on forest fire and the urgent need for more resilient tools to get through such a dangerous phenomenon. Joining her is journalist and author Sandra Younger,…
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In Crip Spacetime: Access, Failure, and Accountability in Academic Life (Duke University Press, 2024), Margaret Price intervenes in the competitive, productivity-focused realm of academia by sharing the everyday experiences of disabled academics. Drawing on more than three hundred interviews and survey responses, Price demonstrates that individual …
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Take your family from SAD (Standard American Diet) to HAPPY (Healthy, and Plant-Powered, Yay!). Unlock the door to vibrant health and environmental stewardship with Rachael Brown, author of For Forks Sake: A Quick Guide to Healing Yourself and the Planet Through a Plant-Based Diet. Join us as Rachael shares her transformative journey from a high-ch…
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When the juice is loose and the gang is messy, it’s gonna take a whole lot more than screams to remove the blindfolds. Will Tom Sandoval ever make it to real therapy? Can Ariana move out and move on? How many scams can one episode showcase? It’s the episode that tracks your location while making out with your boyfriend! COME SEE VANDERPUMP ROBS LIV…
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In today’s episode we have assistant professor and philosopher of science, Dan Hicks, taking us through better understanding public scientific controversies. ‘Public scientific controversies’ is a term Dan uses to capture a broad variety of controversies that involve both science and the public. This would include controversies around vaccines, gen…
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Numerous corporations are currently in control of the world’s food production and distribution. Unfortunately, a lot of them are more concerned with raking in huge profits than making a real impact, leaving many people sick, hungry, and underserved. Award-winning chef, author, and entrepreneur Miyoko Schinner is actively working on making a huge di…
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When Kristen wants to start a family, it’s only a matter of time before Jax sticks his altered nose where it doesn’t belong. Will our new friends live up to the standard of VPR? Does Luke love LA? Where exactly is The Valley? It’s the episode that brings the heat by un-firing former Bravo stars! Come see Vanderpump Robs live on March 30! Subscribe …
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When Tom Sandoval starts feeling better about himself, it doesn’t take Bravo long to add some secret sauce to his appetizer. Will Ariana throw more game nights? Does Katie need a new safe word ? Is Jax back for good? It’s the episode that screams from the Hills but falls into The Valley. [Get your tickets to Vanderpump Robs Live on March 30TH!] Sup…
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Today's episode features Professor Anna Alexandrova from the University of Cambridge discussing a field she has pioneered - the Philosophy of Well-Being Science. As Anna points out, well-being and happiness are now established phenomena for scientific research, particularly in the disciplines of psychology and economics. But does current scientific…
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Earning a huge amount of money and amassing numerous possessions will never give you genuine satisfaction in life. Instead of focusing on your material wealth, you will find deeper meaning by elevating and prioritizing compassion to the world. In this episode, Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Ali Horriyat, Founder of Compassiviste, to share how he k…
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Today we chat with Perdita and Clark about their spiritual journey and how they have learned to live in peace with the climate crisis. Their experiences offer ample insight to those troubled by the state of the world. Connect to Perdita and Strand on FB to learn more about their spiritual and artistic endeavors.…
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When Tom Sandoval gets blocked, it’ll take a whole lot more than sunglasses to work his way back into the gang. Does the gang fear for financial freedom? Are Ariana’s boundaries falling on dancing ears? Can we get some more Jo on our screens!? It’s the episode that gives you a treat while making you roll over. Come see me and Molly Live on March 30…
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Today's guest is Dr Kate Lynch, who will discuss the topic of 'causal explanation in science'. Kate is a philosopher of biology and a lecturer in HPS at the University of Melbourne. In this episode Kate introduces us to the difference between 'causation' and 'causal explanation', as well as difficulties involved in assessing what makes a good causa…
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Numerous space-age technologies are currently changing how people eat and nourish themselves while using fewer resources. One of these innovations is algae technology. In this episode, Corinna Bellizzi explores this cutting-edge technology with Professor Isaac Berzin, an affiliate scientist at MIT and Founder/CTO of Vaxa Technologies. Together, the…
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When Sandoval’s redemption arch doesn’t go as planned it’s the fans that really suffer. Can Schwartz’s grill and chill be chill? Will Scheana stop planting seeds and start taking action? Who truly is the biggest dill? It’s the episode that takes you to therapy, when you just want to doom-scroll. Come see Vanderpump Robs LIVE on March 30! Support Va…
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Today's episode is dedicated to the often complex, sometimes fraught relationship between practicing scientists and the history of science. To discuss this topic, we are joined by two of the most distinguished scholars in the history of science, Lorraine Daston and Peter Harrison, who recently co authored an article for Aeon, urging for a fresh dia…
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Welcome to Season 3 of the HPS podcast! It's so great to be back. Kicking off our third season, we have a new addition to the team, Carmelina Contarino. Carmelina is an Honours student in HPS at the University of Melbourne and will be joining Samara in producing the podcast, as well as hosting several of the episodes. In today's episode, Samara and…
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Most green energy projects, no matter how admirable they could be, are often impeded by a lack of funding and government leverage. Thankfully, there is one efficient way to support them using your own money: crowdfunding. Corinna Bellizzi is joined by Will Wiseman, who is making this process much easier and accessible for everyone through Climatize…
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Mimi Khúc is a PhD, writer, scholar, and teacher of things unwell. She is currently the Co-Editor of The Asian American Literary Review and an adjunct lecturer in Disability Studies at Georgetown University. Her work includes Open in Emergency, a hybrid book-arts project decolonizing Asian American mental health; the Asian American Tarot, a reimagi…
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When Rachel Leviss sues Tom Sandoval and Ariana Madix it’s time to dust off the scales of justice and dive into deep documents. Law professor Leah Litman of Crooked Media’s Strict Scrutiny joins to help Rob figure out just what the heck is going on. [Watch the video of this episode by joining the Pumptini tier on Vanderpump Robs Premium!] Get Tix t…
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The use of disability as a metaphor is ubiquitous in popular culture – nowhere more so than in the myths, stereotypes and tropes around blindness. To be 'blind' has never referred solely to the inability to see. Instead blindness has been used as shorthand for, among other things, a lack of understanding, immorality, closeness to death, special ins…
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This bonus episode is a comprehensive discussion from the Forever Young podcast's 500th episode, featuring hosts Kelly Cappasola, co-host Corinna Bellizzi, and special guest Professor Isaac Berzin. The episode focuses on the importance of algae in nutrition, particularly its role in producing Omega-3 fatty acids and its environmental benefits. Prof…
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In this episode of "Forever Young" the host, Kelly Cappasola, celebrates the 500th episode with special guest Corinna Bellizzi and featured guest Professor Isaac Berzin. The focus of the episode is on the benefits of algae, specifically in the context of bioavailable nutrition and sustainability. Key highlights from the episode include: Introductio…
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When the Vanderpump Rules gang (minus 2) head to Lake Tahoe, it’s time to howl at the moon and face their demons. Will James recover from a cracked betrayal? Will Ally and Sandoval get together? What kind of clothing store sells axes? It’s the episode that takes a vacation and packs the baggage! [Want to watch this video join the Vanderpump Robs PU…
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As the climate chaos continues to worsen, our disconnect with the earth and soul is slowly becoming the norm. If not addressed at once, it will lead to even bigger and irreversible problems. Leah Rampy, a professor, leadership consultant, and corporate/nonprofit executive, leads the charge in reweaving earth and soul back together – before it is to…
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The Netflix drama series ‘Griselda’ explores the highly interesting but deeply controversial life of Griselda Blanco, the mind behind one of the most profitable cartels the world has ever known. Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Colombian-Italian actress and producer Aurora Cossio, who plays the character Estella in the series. She shares what it is …
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Vulnerable narratives of fatherhood are few and far between; rarer still is an ethnography that delves into the practical and emotional realities of intensive caregiving. Grounded in the intimate everyday lives of men caring for children with major physical and intellectual disabilities, Worlds of Care: The Emotional Lives of Fathers Caring for Chi…
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SEE VANDERPUMP ROBS LIVE! Vanderpump Rules is chopped and screwed like a Mike Jones album. We’re four weeks in and are incredibly affected by the hand of the editor. Whether it’s Ariana’s mocking voice, Ally’s indifference to James, or Schwartz and Jo’s simultaneous “Rawr”—we ain’t buying it. Support Vanderpump Robs Brought to you By: The Sonar Net…
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Get to know Chef Babette Davis, a survivor who shares how she moved from a meat-eater who suffered from many health ailments including eczema, acne, digestive issues and drug addiction to become a plant-based lifestyle icon. Today, she thrives as a vivacious and beautiful woman in her 70s who looks as though she stopped the clock in her 40s when sh…
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SEE VANDERPUMP ROBS LIVE: Advanced tickets and meet and greet available now! We’re 1/4 of the way through season 11 of Vanderpump Rules so James Hartnett (Evil Men) and Evany Rosen (Davey & Jonesie’s Locker) give their perspective of the show thus far. Support Vanderpump Robs Brought to you By: The Sonar Network…
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Deciding to transform your health and life takes a whole lot of courage. It is not an easy task to finally take that first step; but just because it is hard, doesn’t mean it is impossible. This episode’s guest is living proof of that. Morbidly obese at 15, it took a vast amount of emotions and strength for Dai Manuel to muster the courage to finall…
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