Best Optima Podcasts (2024)

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Transform Your Smile with Professional Teeth Whitening at Optima Dental Office in Philadelphia 1:06

5h ago1:06

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Optima Dental Office in Philadelphia offers top-tier teeth whitening services that can dramatically enhance your smile. With a team of skilled dental professionals, they utilize the latest whitening techniques to effectively remove stubborn stains and discoloration, leaving you with a radiant and confident smile. Whether you're preparing for a spec…

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Switch to Channel 2 with Andy Harriss 18:18

8d ago18:18

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Join host Donny McGuire in this addition to "Go for Donny!" as he introduces a new Podcast called "Switch to Channel 2," where listeners get an in-depth look at the lives and experiences of notable guests. This week, Donny sits down with the legendary Andy Harriss, famed for his extensive work on Top Gear. Andy Harriss shares his favorite moments f…

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Episode 172 - Patrick Cragg Talks with Christine Cunniffe: Lesson Observations and School Culture 30:11

7d ago30:11

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Christine Cunniffe, Principal of LVS Ascot in Berkshire, talks to Tooled Up about her approach to lesson observations and building school culture: what makes an emotionally healthy school where there is an optimal relationship between staff and students? Christine is the author of 'Transforming School Culture Through Lesson Observations' (Routledge…

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The Publication Puzzle: Navigating the World of Academic Publishing - Pt 1 58:09

2d ago58:09

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We’ve all heard the saying, “publish or perish”. But what does that really mean in today’s world of academic publishing? Scientific publishing has been shaping knowledge since the 17th century. Today, it's bigger, and more complex, than ever. Yet, for many inside the world of science, it remains a maze of confusion. For those outside of it, it’s pr…

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Trailer: The Publication Puzzle - Navigating the World of Academic Publishing 3:13

14d ago3:13

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Starting Wednesday, 28 August, The Random Sample will bring you a special three-part series exploring the world of academic publishing. Listen to this short trailer so you know what to expect! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By ACEMS

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Switch to Channel 2 with Gary Shaffer 27:49

21d ago27:49

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Welcome to another exciting episode of Go For Donny!, where we Switch to Channel 2 to get up close and personal with our guests. This week, Donny McGuire is joined by the talented Gary Shaffer, renowned director, and cameraman extraordinaire. Dive into Gary’s rich experiences behind the lens, from the chaotic shoots on *Top Gear* to directing high-…

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Grapes & Algorithms: the Data Science of Sustainable Winemaking 45:44

1d ago45:44

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Here’s something to toast to. Australia’s wine industry is leading the way when it comes to a very important issue: sustainability. And Data Science is helping the industry do that! In this episode, we explore the Data Science project being carried out by the Australian Wine Research Institute (AWRI), how and why it started, and how grape growers a…

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Switch to Channel 2 with Rupert Smith & Dan de Castro 40:54

1M ago40:54

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Switch to Channel 2 with Rupert Smith & Dan de Castro In this hilarious and candid "Switch to Channel 2" episode of the Go For Donny podcast, Donny McGuire is joined by guests Rupert Smith and Dan de Castro, two veterans of the television industry who share wild stories from their careers working on shows like Top Gear. Rupert and Dan recount some …

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Episode 171 - Dr Kathy Weston Talks with Jessica Bondy and Dr Fiona Pienaar: Words Matter 42:28

12d ago42:28

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Jessica Bondy and Dr Pienaar talk to us about new charity Words Matter, which aims to end the verbal abuse of children by the adults around them. Find out more about the prevalence of verbal abuse and get some top tips for how we can build children up, rather than knock them down.

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Episode 170 - Dr Kathy Weston Talks with Dr Sue Roffey: School Wellbeing and Positive Education 39:52

12d ago39:52

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Dr Sue Roffey chats to us about her new books, ASPIRE to Wellbeing and Learning for All in Early Years and Primary and ASPIRE to Wellbeing and Learning for All in Secondary Settings. A must listen for all educators and parents, Dr Roffey describes a framework for creating learning environments where all pupils can thrive and make progress in learni…

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Episode 169 - Dr Cassie Rhodes Talks with Dr Delfina Bilello: Supporting a Friend Who Self-Harms 46:16

13d ago46:16

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Understanding, responding to and supporting young people who self-harm is vital. Friends are typically the first and sometimes the only source of support sought by teens who self-harm. For young people, this can be a challenging and pressured role, which many may feel unequipped to deal with. We spoke to Dr Delfina Bilello about her work which expl…

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Episode 168 - Dr Weston Talks with Dr Joel 'Gator' Warsh: Parenting at Your Child’s Pace 35:12

2M ago35:12

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Board-Certified paediatrician, Dr Joel “Gator” Warsh’s new book, 'Parenting at Your Child’s Pace: The Integrative Paediatrician’s Guide to the First Three Years' is due for publication in August 2024. Tune in to find out about the seeds of wellbeing and get Dr Warsh's perspective on harmoniously bridging the gap between the “right way” of doing thi…

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Episode 167 - Dr Rhodes Talks with the OPTIMA team: E-Parenting Support for Families Awaiting Assessment for ADHD 55:50

2M ago55:50

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We are joined by five members of OPTIMA, a research programme which tests whether a new mobile phone app called STEPS can help families of children awaiting clinical assessment for conditions such as ADHD or autism. STEPS (which is still being trialled) does not replace clinical support, but gives parents access to additional help while they are on…

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Researcher of the Month: Dr Kasia Kostyrka-Allchorne Discusses the Impact of Digital Experiences on Teens with Mental Health Difficulties 37:19

2M ago37:19

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Our Researcher of the Month, Dr Kasia Kostyrka-Allchorne, chats to Dr Cassie Rhodes about her new paper which reviews the evidence on how young people with clinically significant mental health difficulties engage with the digital world. She discusses some emergent themes and explores how teachers and parents can best support children and teens to m…

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Episode 165 - Dr Kathy Weston Talks with Professor Claire Hughes: Starting School 34:38

2M ago34:38

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In this interview, Professor Claire Hughes, a developmental psychologist at Cambridge University, talks to Dr Weston about her forthcoming book, The Psychology of Starting School. Learn more about school readiness, early friendships and what parents and teachers can do to impact positively on this period of transition.…

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Episode 164 - Dr Cassie Rhodes Talks with Dr Andy Ribner: Young Children and Screens 57:03

2M ago57:03

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Does it matter if your toddler plays games on the iPad? Should very young children be using digital devices at all? What impact does parents' screen use have on our young children? How much screen time is too much for babies and young children? Dr Andy Ribner joins us to bust some myths and focus on what the available research evidence really shows…

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Episode 163 - Dr Cassie Rhodes Talks with Dr Marie-Stephanie Cahart: Drumming and the Brain 37:05

1M ago37:05

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Discover the science behind the sticks as Dr Marie-Stephanie Cahart talks about her fascinating work which explores the amazing impact that learning to drum has on brain structures and behaviours, particularly for autistic young people.

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Revitalize Your Smile with Expert Implant Dentistry at Optima Dental Office 0:59

2M ago0:59

0:59

Unlock the secret to a radiant, confident smile with the premier implant dentistry services offered at Optima Dental Office. Our team of skilled implant dentists specializes in restoring smiles with precision and care. Whether you're missing one tooth or several, our state-of-the-art techniques ensure a natural-looking and long-lasting solution. Sa…

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Coping with Climate Anxiety - with Dr Alexandra Knight 39:56

2M ago39:56

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Have you heard of, or are you experiencing, eco-grief or climate anxiety? For many STEM researchers, including those in the mathematical and data sciences, this is becoming a very real thing as they explore and tackle problems and questions about the environment and climate. But just how serious of a problem is this for the STEM community? A group …

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Switch to Channel 2 with Adam Ferrara 13:16

2M ago13:16

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Go For Donny! Switch to Channel 2 with Adam Ferrara Get ready for a fantastic ride as Donny McGuire, host of GoForDonny, sits down with the hilarious and talented Adam Ferrara for an episode you won't want to miss! In "Switch to Channel 2 with Adam Ferrara," we dive deep into Adam’s experiences on Top Gear, his favorite (and least favorite) episode…

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Transform Your Smile with Porcelain Veneers at Optima Dental Office 0:57

2M ago0:57

0:57

At Optima Dental Office in PA, we specialize in creating stunning, natural-looking smiles with porcelain veneers. Our expert team uses state-of-the-art technology to craft custom veneers that enhance your teeth's appearance while ensuring a perfect fit. Porcelain veneers are a versatile solution, addressing various dental concerns such as discolora…

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Scientific Graphic Design for Communicating Research - with Dr Jess Jopf 49:00

2M ago49:00

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People love stories. That simple fact all too often gets lost by scientists when it comes to communicating research. In this episode, we chat to someone who helps researchers tell their stories. Not with words. But visually, using graphic design. Dr Jess Hopf decided to combine her two passions, science and graphic design, into a business where she…

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Switch to Channel 2 with Tanner Foust 40:33

3M ago40:33

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Welcome to an electrifying episode of Go for Donny! Switch to Channel 2, where we get to ask some in depth questions of our Guests so you the listener get a chance to learn some fun facts about them. Today, we're switching gears and tuning into "Switch to Channel 2" as we sit down with the multi-talented Tanner Foust. In this episode, Tanner opens …

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Researcher of the Month: Dr Gill West and the Nuffield Early Language Intervention - Preschool (NELI Preschool) 49:55

2M ago49:55

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In this must listen interview for any early years educators, Dr Gillian West chats to Dr Cassie Rhodes about a fantastic new oral language enrichment and intervention programme for children delivered the year before they enter formal education. NELI Preschool is designed around the principles of shared book reading and guided play, and aims to impr…

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The Mathematics of Bushfires - with Professor Jason Sharples 43:01

3M ago43:01

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It’s only been a few short years since we witnessed the power of bushfires here in Australia. The summer of 2019 and 2020 brought us Australia’s most catastrophic bushfire season ever. The 2019-20 bushfires destroyed more than 3,000 homes, killed more than 30 people, and torched tens of millions of hectares of land and forest. With the effects of c…

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Episode 161 - Dr Kathy Weston Talks with Professor Geoff Thompson MBE: Sport For All, the Youth Charter and Olympic Legacies 53:57

3M ago53:57

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This inspiring conversation between Dr Weston and five time karate world champion, Professor Geoff Thompson, takes us from Geoff's childhood and sporting career, to his work at major sporting games. He explains his desire for every community and organisation to sign up to the Youth Charter, an organisation, founded by Geoff, which aims to provide s…

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Understanding Maths Struggles - with Dr Jacob Paul 55:03

3M ago55:03

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Why do some people struggle with maths? In this episode, we chat with Dr Jacob Paul from The University of Melbourne’s School of Psychological Sciences, where he leads the Maths at Human Scale Lab. The focus of his research is to understand maths learning disorders, including something called dyscalculia. Jacob tells us what it means for children a…

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Researcher of the Month: Dr Julie Moote Discusses the Impact of Careers Education on Children's Later Outcomes 39:30

4M ago39:30

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Our latest Researcher of the Month, Dr Julie Moote, chats to Dr Cassie Rhodes about her newly published paper, 'More is More: Exploring the Relationship Between Young People’s Experiences of School-Based Career Education, Information, Advice and Guidance at Age 14–16 and Wider Adult Outcomes at Age 21–22 in England'. Dr Moote's findings will be of …

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Building Blocks of the Universe - with Professor Alessandro Sfondrini 39:07

4M ago39:07

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This episode of The Random Sample gives you a glimpse into some of the mathematics and physics that is used to understand the building blocks of the universe. A research program at the MATRIX mathematical research institute earlier this year explored the deep connections between mathematics, quantum field theory, and string theory. One of the organ…

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Using maths to explore the music of Taylor Swift - with Dr Nathan Garland 37:54

4M ago37:54

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We admit it - even The Random Sample can't resist the hype around the world's biggest music star - Taylor Swift. Almost on a dare from his wife - and to make a point with his students - Griffith University's Dr Nathan Garland decided to open up his mathematical toolkit and explore the music of Taylor Swift. In this episode, Nathan tells us what he …

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Episode 159 - Dr Weston Talks with Dr Meinou Simmons about Her Book, ‘A Guide to the Mental Health of Children and Young People’ 41:46

4M ago41:46

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In this episode, Dr Meinou Simmons provides some tips for both parents and educators and answers some parent questions on children's mental health, focusing on the importance of sleep, connection and support networks.

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Researcher of the Month: Dr Sona Kumar Discusses How to Help Girls Feel a Sense of Belonging in STEM 35:41

5M ago35:41

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Dr Kumar chats to Dr Cassie Rhodes about her recent recent research, which examined whether there are differences in the messages that preschool teachers send girls and boys about science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). Listen for lots of tips on fostering scientific curiosity and interest for ALL young children.…

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Implementing Technology in business 32:54

6M ago32:54

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This episode is hosted by Finity principals, Marcello Negro and Edward Owen. Together, they discuss challenges and strategies for technology transformation in insurance. Marcello Negro Marcello is an Actuary and Principal at Finity who has worked in the general insurance industry since 2012. Marcello leads Finity’s Insurtech and start-ups practice,…

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Researcher of the Month: Dr Mariya Stoilova Explains the Efficacy of Parental Controls 35:42

6M ago35:42

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Researcher of the Month, Dr Mariya Stoilova, joins Dr Cassie Rhodes to talk about the efficacy of parental control tools, why families use them and whether they achieve what they claim to. This interview is packed with practical tips and food for thought for parents with children of all ages.

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Episode 156 - Dr Weston Talks with Charles Fadel: Education for the Age of AI 50:02

6M ago50:02

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Charles Fadel, founder and chairman of the Center for Curriculum Redesign, and global education thought leader, chats with Dr Weston about his new book: 'Education for the Age of AI: Why, What and How should students learn for the age of Artificial Intelligence?'. Charles talks us through the positive role that AI can play in education and the holi…

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Researcher of the Month: Dr Francesca Solmi Discusses the Links Between High BMI, Body Dissatisfaction and Depression in Children and Young People 26:15

6M ago26:15

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Researcher of the month, Dr Francesca Solmi, discusses her new paper, which looks at the links between high BMI, body dissatisfaction and depression in children. Whilst she talks through some concerning findings, the interview is ultimately one of hope, providing numerous things that we can do to help children and young people have better body imag…

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Episode 154 - Dr Weston Talks with Professor Michael Thomas and Dr Simon Green: How the Brain Works 52:04

7M ago52:04

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In this interview, we hear from Professor Michael Thomas and Dr Simon Green, who have just published a fascinating book called '⁠How the Brain Works: What Psychology Students Need to Know⁠'. Written in a playful style and illustrated throughout, it is designed to support students as they embark on the beginning of their psychology degree, but we th…

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Optima 2023: with Scott Collings and Andy Cohen 13:13

8M ago13:13

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This episode is hosted by Finity’s Managing Director, Scott Collings and Director, Andy Cohen. Together, Scott and Andy reflect on the findings from Finity’s state of the market report - Optima, discussing FY23 General Insurance performance, as well as sharing in-house forecasts for FY24. Scott Collings Scott is a Principal and the Managing Directo…

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Researcher of the Month: Professor Amelia Lake Discusses the Harms Associated with Energy Drinks 33:33

7M ago33:33

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One of our researchers of the month, Professor Amelia Lake, talks to Dr Cassie Rhodes about her newly published study, co-authored with Dr Shelina Visram and other members of the FUSE team. It outlines numerous risks associated with children and young people's consumption of energy drinks, including an increased incidence of mental health problems.…

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COP 28: “Beginning of the End” of the Fossil Fuel Era 22:20

9M ago22:20

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This episode is hosted by Finity’s Calise Liu, who is joined by Rade Musulin, a Principal at Finity (leading its climate and perils team), Actuaries’ Institute joint Actuary of the Year, and Head of the International Actuarial Association delegation at COP28 in Dubai. From 28 November to 13 December 2023, representatives from countries around the w…

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Researcher of the Month: Anda Solea Discusses Misogynistic Content on TikTok - Mainstreaming the Blackpill 1:01:49

9M ago1:01:49

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Our Researcher of the Month, PhD student Anda Solea, talks to us about her new paper, ‘Mainstreaming the Blackpill: Understanding the Incel Community on TikTok’. She discusses how misogynistic incel ideology is proliferating on mainstream social media platforms through the use of covert messaging and pseudoscience, and considers what parents and te…

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