Best University Of Bedfordshire Podcasts (2024)

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117. OpenPod: University of Aberdeen with Shreeja and Alice 1:12:06

1M ago1:12:06

1:12:06

Get ready for an exciting episode! Join us as Afrida chats with the brilliant Shreeja and Alice about being a Medical Student in Aberdeen. From tips to acing the application process to learning about what student life is really like, we delve into everything in this jam-packed episode!

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116. Novel Emerging Medical Technology Evaluation and Development MSci: Ben Hammond (Birmingham) 40:07

2M ago40:07

40:07

Prepare to be inspired! In our latest podcast episode, we sit down with Krish and the incredible Ben Hammond to unravel his journey – from intercalating in MSci Novel Emerging Medical Technology Evaluation and Development to diving into the world of his PhD. Join us as Ben shares the thrilling chapters of his academic adventure, exploring the inter…

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115. Foundation Programme - Essex, Bedfordshire & Hertfordshire with Dr Sylvia 1:07:37

4M ago1:07:37

1:07:37

The Foundation Programme series is back with the latest episode, featuring Medic Mentor superstar Dr Sylvia Manimaran, UCL Alumnus and current FY1 Doctor in the Essex, Bedfordshire & Hertfordshire (EBH) Deanery (a.k.a. East of England). Tune in for top tips about how to rank hospital rotations, whether surgical jobs are worth the 'extra' pounds on …

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114. Medical Education iMSc: Cam McIntosh (Nottingham) 28:35

6M ago28:35

28:35

Our intercalation series is back with another episode! Join Hannah as she talks to Cam McIntosh about what it's like to intercalate in Medical Education at Nottingham! This episode delves deep into Cam's very own experience with transitioning from Medicine at Bristol to Medical Education at Nottingham. Learn more about the course, the application p…

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113. Foundation Programme- London: Dr Gazet 22:13

6M ago22:13

22:13

Welcome back to our foundation series! Join us as we welcome Dr Gazet back to the podcast to talk about all things London. If you're wondering what it is like to work in one of the most competitive deaneries in the UK then this is an episode for you. Join us as we talk about commuting, flat hunting and all things London. We hope you enjoy the episo…

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112. Biomed Engineering iBSc- Elisha Koonjul (Barts) 32:54

12M ago32:54

32:54

Join Hannah and Mez (for the first time) as they have a chat with Elisha about what it's like to study Biomed Engineering. This is a really exciting episode as we get to explore the world of medical technology and what it's like to take a step away from medicine. Elisha also talks about some exciting opportunities in the course such as presenting a…

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111. Foundation Programme: Top tips for new FY1 doctors 36:51

1y ago36:51

36:51

Not to be missed! In this episode Dr. Gazet talks about her FY1 experiences and shares valuable advice and resources for new FY1 doctors starting soon in August. An extremely useful episode for those about to start the foundation programme or anyone curious about what it's like to work as a foundation doctor. You can find her on instagram (@mariann…

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110. Infectious Diseases iMSc - Cathy Dominic (Barts/LSHTM) 27:00

1y ago27:00

27:00

Welcome back to our intercalation series! Join Afrida as she talks to Cathy Dominic, a finalist at Barts & the London and an incoming AFP doctor about what it's like to externally intercalate at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine. Learn more about the application process for an intercalated masters degree in Infectious Diseases here! …

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109. Foundation Programme- Peninsula Deanery: Dr Logan 31:46

1y ago31:46

31:46

We are back! In this episode Dr Logan will be talking about his experiences as a foundation doctor working in the Peninsula Deanery and what he has done since the foundation programme.

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108. Neuroscience iBSc - Dr Cherry Jain (Barts) 21:03

1+ y ago21:03

21:03

Welcome back to our intercalation series! Join Afrida as she talks to Dr Cherry Jain about what it's like to study Neuroscience at Barts and learn more about the application process for this intercalation! Find out about dissertation topics, publishing primary research and lab work as well as top tips from an FY1 doctor & Barts graduate.…

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107. Foundation Programme- Scotland Deanery (South East): Dr Nicholl-Pierson and Dr Baldwin 23:54

1+ y ago23:54

23:54

Listen in to this episode as Dr Nicholl-Pierson and Dr Baldwin share their experiences of working as junior doctors in Scotland. Enjoy and stay tuned for further episodes about the foundation programme!

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106. Cardiovascular Sciences iBSc: Marsioleda Kemberi (Imperial) 44:46

1+ y ago44:46

44:46

Welcome back to our intercalation series! Join Afrida as she talks to Marsioleda about what it's like to study cardiovascular sciences at Imperial as an external student and learn more about the application process intercalating at Imperial as an external student. Find out more about lab-based research and what it's like learning to work in a non-c…

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105. Foundation Programme- Yorkshire and Humber Deanery (West Yorkshire): Dr Hayley Boal 31:13

1+ y ago31:13

31:13

In this episode Dr Boal shares her experiences of working as a junior doctor within West Yorkshire. She also talks about life after the foundation years, future career options and what you can do during F3/F4 years. Enjoy and stay tuned for further episodes about the foundation programme !

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104. Laparoscopic Surgery iMSc: Sid Singh (Barts) 29:40

1+ y ago29:40

29:40

Join Afrida as she talks to Sid about his experience intercalating at Barts in laparoscopic surgery. This is a great episode if you're interested in any kind of surgical intercalation as Sid talks about his experience with the course as Barts including managing theory and practical work including training in some surgical skills. He also talks abou…

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103. Foundation Programme- Wales Deanery and SFP experience: Dr Dion Manning 29:48

1+ y ago29:48

29:48

We are very excited to be launching our first Foundation Programme series episode. In this episode Dr. Dion Manning shares her valuable insight into life as a junior doctor in Cardiff and also explains the differences between the normal foundation programme application and the SFP application processes. Look out for upcoming episodes with interview…

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102. Gastroenterology: Dr Elizabeth Ratcliffe 31:14

1+ y ago31:14

31:14

Ever considered a career gastroenterology or just want to find out more? Then this is the episode for you, join Lucy as she speaks to Dr Ratcliffe- previous chair of the British Society of Gastroenterology Trainees committee about her experiences of working as a gastroenterologist and clinical research fellow looking into Barrett's Oeseophagus.…

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101. Critical Care iMSc: Wahaj Munir (Barts & the London) 20:18

1+ y ago20:18

20:18

Our very first intercalated masters episode! Tune in to hear Wahaj, a fourth-year medical student at Barts talk all about his iMSc (distinction) in Critical Care and share some great tips on how to make the most of a year away from medical school. Wahaj is interested in cardiothoracic surgery, and has published a book chapter as well as over 10 pee…

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100. Clinical Genetics: Dr Lara Menzies 32:24

1+ y ago32:24

32:24

Join Ciara and Vickey as they speak with GOSH registrar Dr Menzies about her journey and experiences of working as a clinical geneticist.

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99. Remote Medicine iBSc: Jasmine Yap KCL 26:36

1+ y ago26:36

26:36

Recently introduced, the Remote Medicine iBSc explores the challenges of providing medical care in remote environments and unique challenges in supporting medical space exploration! Listen to Afrida in conversation with KCL medical student Jasmine to learn about what an iBSc in this area entails and whether it’s all you’ve been looking for!…

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Writing Audio Drama (with Holy Smokes’ Joel Emery) 54:44

2y ago54:44

54:44

The last episode of this series. Joel Emery from Holy Smokes is the writer of podcasts The Offensive, Jackie The Ripper and BOOM. He gives us top tips for creating audio drama, and goes into detail about the viability of the audio drama business. Click here for the 'Making of The Offensive' podcast. Click here for the 'Making of Jackie The Ripper' …

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Long Form Audio (with the BBC’s Georgia Coan) 53:39

2y ago53:39

53:39

Georgia Coan is an award-winning podcast producer, investigative journalist, and presenter who currently works in the BBC Long Form Audio Department. She has produced and reported for award-winning podcasts like Radio 4’s Beyond Today, BBC New’s youth podcast The Next Episode & plenty more that you’ll be hearing about in the episode. She was also n…

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Early Breakfast (with BBC Radio London’s Jason Rosam) 51:53

2y ago51:53

51:53

Jason Rosam is the host of Early Breakfast for BBC Radio London. He spent some time talking with us about what's involved, and gave us his advice for good local radio. Link to episode that features in the audio: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0cyxxt9 Fantastic Noise is a podcast about audio production. Recorded in the Radio LaB 97.1FM studios a…

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Music Programming (with Radio X’s Lea Stonhill) 47:59

2y ago47:59

47:59

The lovely folk at Radio X are broadly aiming their output at an audience aged between 25 and 44, according to the website of the parent company Global. So how do you decide what music they should be listening to? Lea Stonhill, Music Programmer at the station, gives us the answers. Fantastic Noise is a podcast about audio production. Recorded in th…

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Making The Skewer (with producer Tony Churnside) 39:12

2y ago39:12

39:12

The Skewer is a multi-award-winning programme from BBC Radio 4. It combines sound-bites, surreal content and music into a form of sound collage. It is poignant and funny. Every episode's final mix is done by Tony Churnside, and he kindly spoke to us about how the programme is made! Links to episodes that feature in the audio: https://www.bbc.co.uk/…

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25 Years Of Radio LaB 97.1FM 1:19:35

2y ago1:19:35

1:19:35

In this episode we reflect on the 25th birthday of the University Of Bedfordshire's community radio station, Radio LaB 97.1FM. In May 2022 we were celebrating. Our beloved radio station, Radio LaB, marked 25 years since it’s first incarnation as Luton FM in May 1997. Back then, the station was live for just 28 days at a time – on a Restricted Servi…

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98. Emergency Medicine: Dr Adrian Boyle 20:48

2+ y ago20:48

20:48

Join Ciara as she speaks with emergency medicine consultant and Vice President of the RCEM, Dr Boyle about the inner workings of life in A&E.

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97. Paediatrics & Child Health iBSc: Mithila Sharmin, 5th Year UCL Medical Student 26:05

2+ y ago26:05

26:05

Paediatrics is a specialty I hear medical students wanting to pursue all the time. This was me until I realised kids and unwell kids are two completely different stories so now I’m not too sure! Listen to Afrida in conversation with UCL medical student Mithila to learn about what an iBSc in this area entails and whether it’s all you’ve been looking…

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96. Paediatric Anaesthesiology: Dr Reema Nandi 20:47

2+ y ago20:47

20:47

Join Lucy as she speaks with GOSH consultant Dr Reema Nandi about the ups and downs of working as a paediatric anaesthetic!

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95. Forensic Toxicology SSC: Rebecca Glendell, 3rd Year Glasgow Medical Student 14:31

2+ y ago14:31

14:31

Do you know what a SSC is? Join Lucy as she speaks with Rebecca about her choice of SSC - incredibly interesting and definitely an unconventional one from what I’ve seen!

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94. Cardiothoracic Surgery: Mr Ishtiaq Ahmed 27:38

2+ y ago27:38

27:38

Join Lucy as she speaks with Mr Ishtiaq Ahmed about about his experiences and insight as a cardiothoracic surgeon!

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93. Psychology iBSc: Alex Zmuda, 5th Year UCL Medical Student 29:56

2+ y ago29:56

29:56

Why psychology? Why not psychology? Join Afrida as she speaks with Alex about the ins and outs of intercalating in psychology at UCL. Is it really as cool as it seems from the outside? Spoiler alert: yes! What more could you want?

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Making On Track In Greensand Country 24:36

2+ y ago24:36

24:36

In this episode we take a closer look at the making of 'On Track In Greensand Country', an 'audio journey' created by Terry & Dr Lawrie Hallett in April 2021 for the Greensand Country Festival 2021 & shortlisted in the Community Radio Awards 2021. Links: https://anchor.fm/greensandcountry - listen to the finished audio here. https://www.mixcloud.co…

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92. Paediatric Neuroradiology: Dr Felice D’Arco 13:33

2+ y ago13:33

13:33

Join Lucy as she speaks with GOSH paediatric neuroradiologist Dr D’Arco about his experiences in this specialty!

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91. Emergency Pre-Hospital & Immediate Care iBSc: Zoe Hinchcliffe, 5th Year Cardiff Medical Student 30:45

2+ y ago30:45

30:45

Join Afrida as she speaks with final year Cardiff medical student, Zoe Hinchcliffe, all about her last year intercalating in EPIC.

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90. Paediatric Neurosurgery: Mr Dominic Thompson 23:22

2+ y ago23:22

23:22

What happens when paediatrics and neurosurgery come together to form one of the hundreds of subspecialties in medicine? Join Afrida & Lucy as they speak with Mr Dominic Thompson, your port of call for all things paediatric neurosurgery!

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89. Clinical Sciences iBSc: Sylvia Manimaran, 5th Year UCL Medical Student 19:17

2+ y ago19:17

19:17

So you’ve heard the word ‘intercalation’ floating around and want to know more about how it works at medical school. Join Afrida as she launches our Insights into Intercalation series, and speaks with Sylvia all about the what, how, and why of her chosen intercalation. Let’s get clinical! 🩺

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88. Health Inequalities 28:35

3y ago28:35

28:35

Ethics is a huge topic in medicine but can often overshadow the social context and determinants of health. In this episode, Afrida talks to Dr Carol Brayne about how inequalities in society can perpetuate inequalities in health.

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5 Live Sport (with Emma Saunders) 52:21

3y ago52:21

52:21

In this episode the fantastically talented Emma Saunders speaks with us about broadcasting on BBC 5 Live as part of their sports team. If you ever wanted to learn more about how they go around the grounds so fast on a Saturday afternoon, this is the podcast for you! Fantastic Noise is a podcast about audio production. Recorded in the Radio LaB 97.1…

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Voxpops (with BBC3CR‘s Justin Dealey) 36:37

3y ago36:37

36:37

Voxpops. The voice of the people. The person on the street interview. It’s about getting the opinions of ordinary people on the street on a given issue – to present a sample of public opinion at any given time or place. It’s also something we teach in year one at the University of Bedfordshire – because it can lead to fantastic content. Terry spoke…

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Football Fan Podcasts (with FYP‘s Jim Daly) 50:03

3y ago50:03

50:03

Terry loves Crystal Palace FC. Obviously not everybody does. FYP is a podcast made by and for Crystal Palace fans. Sports fan-run podcasts are increasingly popular, every major sports team will have at least one in their honour. The specific and personal nature of podcasting is allowing this particular genre to grow and thrive. Terry spoke with FYP…

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Specialist Music Shows (with DJ Tash LC from KISS) 26:01

3y ago26:01

26:01

Terry has never been a specialist music presenter. But he has worked with some talented DJs over the years and has seen how specialist genre music programmes can bring unique audiences to a radio station. Former University of Bedfordshire student DJ Tash LC currently presents a programme on KISS on Sunday nights. She spoke with Terry to give some i…

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Magazine Programmes (with Jeremy Vine producer Patrick Thomas) 52:44

3y ago52:44

52:44

What is magazine programming? We often signpost students towards Jeremy Vine on Radio 2. Patrick Thomas is part of the production team and kindly spoke with Terry to give some insight into how the programme is made. Fantastic Noise is a podcast about audio production. Recorded in the Radio LaB 97.1FM studios at the University of Bedfordshire. Produ…

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TRAIL: Fantastic Noise returns on 21st September 2021 1:08

3y ago1:08

1:08

Some new episodes of Fantastic Noise will be landing in a podcast app near you(r smartphone) from Tuesday 21st September. Released weekly on Tuesdays, we'll be starting with a conversation with producer Patrick Thomas on how they make Jeremy Vine's BBC Radio 2 programme. In later episodes we will speak with Tash LC from KISS about making specialist…

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87. GP and Leadership 42:29

3y ago42:29

42:29

In this episode, Ciara and Lucy talk to Lauren and Emma about life as a GP trainee and their work as healthcare leadership fellows.

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86: ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat) 25:46

3y ago25:46

25:46

Have you ever thought about what ENT actually entails? Join Ruqayyah as she chats with Dr Arun all about his career and experience in the specialty.

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85. Family and Medicine 29:34

3y ago29:34

29:34

Family and medicine - are the two mutually exclusive? Can you ever really have both without sacrificing parts of the other? Listen now to find out how Dr Lauren-Jane has balanced life as a junior doctor and aspiring surgeon with being a mum!

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84. Surgery, Lecturing & Content Creation: Dr Karan Rajan 25:07

3y ago25:07

25:07

Join Afrida and Ruqayyah as they chat with Dr Rajan, the infamous TikTok doctor you are bound to have seen on your feed, all about his journey and experience as a surgeon and content creator!

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83. Paediatrics and Inequalities in Child Health 34:50

3y ago34:50

34:50

Interested in working with children? Listen now to find out all about the specialty of paediatrics from Dr Kiran Rahim, or themunchingmedic on Instagram!

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82. Geriatrics 46:52

3+ y ago46:52

46:52

Join Ciara and Lucy as they interview Dr Lucy Pollock, a geriatrician and author of "The Book about Getting Older" - a must read for all aspiring medical students! Listen now to find out all about the care of the elderly in an ageing population and what makes this specialty stand out!

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81. Dermatology 41:35

3+ y ago41:35

41:35

The skin is the largest organ in the body so it makes sense there is an entire specialty devoted to its care, right? But did you think it would be one of the most competitive? Find out more about dermatology with Dr Beibei Du-Harper, a dermatologist who is taking instagram by storm with her incredible insight into all things dermatology!…

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