Best University of Hertfordshire Podcasts (2024)

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34. Tim and Kurt from Behavioral Grooves 1:22:36

2h ago1:22:36

1:22:36

Send us a Text Message. We are really excited to bring you this episode with Dr Kurt Nelson and Tim Houlihan of the Behavioral Grooves podcast fame! Apologies for the lateness of the show, but this one is a great one! Hearing about themany guests that have been interviewed on the Behavioral Grooves podcast, as well as delving into the excellent 'Th…

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

11d 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

18d 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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Studying abroad: an international student’s guide 20:18

2M ago20:18

20:18

Studying in a different country is an exciting experience, but being away from home can be challenging too. Rida Shafqat embraced her time as an international student from Pakistan when she enrolled at the University of Hertfordshire in 2017. During her time at Herts, she became President of Hertfordshire Students’ Union, and she is now CEO of AR C…

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Climbing Everest: becoming the youngest African to reach base camp 39:22

3M ago39:22

39:22

Climbing the Earth's highest mountain is a formidable challenge - even for the most experienced climber. Those scaling it are risking their lives. But at 17, Herts graduate Farida ElSharkawy did just that and became the youngest African to reach base camp. Farida had to battle her mind and body to complete this fantastic achievement. She sat down w…

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How to start your own business 27:15

3M ago27:15

27:15

Raphael Sofoluke is an impressive businessman. A few years after graduating from Herts, Raphael founded the UK Black Business Show and UK Black Business Week to champion fellow Black entrepreneurs and showcase talent from the Black community. In 2020, Forbes named Raphael one of their 25 leading Black British businesspeople to follow, and he is n…

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

3M 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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Navigating the job market 36:13

3M ago36:13

36:13

Getting a graduate job can be tough; the job market is highly competitive and can be volatile. What can you do to stand out from the crowd? In this week’s episode, Bre is speaking to Jo Eaton, an expert from the University’s Careers and Employment Service, to find out what their top tips are for landing that first graduate role or progressing in yo…

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What does good leadership look like? 27:45

3M ago27:45

27:45

Herts graduate Dr Rachael Moses OBE knows a thing or two about leadership. She is a Consultant Physiotherapist who has held several senior positions in the NHS, and in that time, she has come to understand the importance of kindness and compassion in leadership. Bre sits down with Rachael to explore this and find out what good leadership looks like…

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Your mental health, at work and in the classroom 22:41

4M ago22:41

22:41

In 2016, Herts graduate James Lindsay faced one of his greatest challenges. He experienced a psychotic episode and was hospitalized for nearly a month. James has now released a new book, Befriending My Brain: A Psychosis Story, in which he talks about his recovery and how he overcame this dark period in his life. In this first episode of the Power…

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33. Casey Hughes, Adapt Sciences 59:51

5M ago59:51

59:51

Send us a Text Message. Casey opens this podcast by explaining that she designs for behaviour change in the lab of messy everyday life. It’s right up our street! Casey Hughes is a digital health leader and applied behavioural scientist with 15 years of experience designing novel behaviour change interventions for the prevention and management of ch…

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

5M 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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32. Rory Sutherland, Ogilvy UK 1:49:41

6M ago1:49:41

1:49:41

Send us a Text Message. Theories, digressions, amazing points, laughs. Wow! I’m not sure I would describe this as an interview, but instead a tour du force from one of my favourite people in behaviour science. In 1hr and 42 minutes, we cover examples of the earliest behavioural scientists (Jesus and Aesop), to dog s*&t, horsepower, John Cleese, ser…

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31. Leigh Caldwell, Founder of the Irrational Agency 1:03:24

7M ago1:03:24

1:03:24

Send us a Text Message. A cognitive economist, Leigh has gone on a journey through psychology, experimental economics and is now on a mission to bridge the gap between what people SAY they do, and what they REALLY do… This is a fascinating chat and will have takeaways that will spark thinking in all fields of work or study. A few of the things that…

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30. Stu King, CEO & Head of Distraction at BeeZee Bodies 1:05:48

9M ago1:05:48

1:05:48

Send us a Text Message. This time the tables have turned on regular show host, Stuart King, MD & Head of Distraction at BeeZee Bodies. In this special edition, Stu is interviewed by an esteemed panel including BeeZee Bodies Behavioural Insights Lead, Dr Tiago Moutela, Dr Lou Atkinson, Head of Research at EXI, and Dr Neil Howlett, Senior Research Fe…

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

11M 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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29. Dr Heather McKee, Health Behaviour Change Specialist 58:56

11M ago58:56

58:56

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Stuart King and Dr Tiago Moutela, have the pleasure of chatting with Dr Heather McKee. Heather is a known leading lifestyle behaviour change specialist and keynote speaker, with a background in health behaviour change psychology. Heather is on a mission to provide sustainable, evidenced based alternatives to…

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

12M 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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28. Pete Dyson, Behavioural Scientist, Author and Speaker on travel behaviour. 1:15:22

1y ago1:15:22

1:15:22

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Real World Behavioural Science Podcast, my colleague Dr Tiago Moutela Tiago Moutela and I get geeky with Pete around behavioural science and transport. A self-confessed “transport enthusiast”, Pete’s work has spanned the private sector; as one of the founding team members of the Ogilvy UK Behavioura…

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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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27. Dr Rachel Carey (2 of 2), Chief Scientist at Zinc VC 40:47

1+ y ago40:47

40:47

Send us a Text Message. Dr Rachel Carey is back for the second of two podcasts, hosted by Stuart King and Dr Tiago Moutela. The first podcast (episode 26) was recorded back in 2021, and Rachel kindly came back on the podcast to update us on progress at ZINC VC. Now Chief Scientist at ZINC VC, Rachel is a behavioural scientist with a background in h…

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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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26. Dr Rachel Carey (1 of 2), Chief Scientist at Zinc VC 49:42

1+ y ago49:42

49:42

Send us a Text Message. Dr Rachel Carey is this episode’s guest - and this is the first of two podcasts with Rachel, which were previously recorded back in 2021 - hosted by Stuart King and Dr Tiago Moutela. This fascinating conversation covers Rachels career; from academia into the world of applied behavioral science in the field of science-based, …

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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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25. Professor Marie Johnston, Professor Emeritus of Health Psychology at the University of Aberdeen 1:22:56

1+ y ago1:22:56

1:22:56

Send us a Text Message. Professor Marie Johnston is our guest on the first episode back, hosted by Stuart King and Dr Tiago Moutela…what a start! Marie epitomises what this show is all about. Her passion, dedication and steadfast commitment to her values shine through as she describes her journey to where she is today. A Registered Health and Clini…

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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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98. Emergency Medicine: Dr Adrian Boyle 20:48

2y 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

2y 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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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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Johannes R. Fisslinger | Lifestyle Medicine Summit 39:13

2+ y ago39:13

39:13

Johannes R. Fisslinger share the importance of addressing the Chronic Disease Pandemic and how Lifestyle Medicine and Health Coaching can re-invigorate health professionals, help millions of people live healthier & happier and save billions in healthcare costs. Johannes R. Fisslinger is the Founder of Lifestyle Prescriptions® University, Author “Th…

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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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24. Angel Chater, Professor of Health Psychology & Behaviour Change & Falko Sniehotta, Professor of Behavioural Medicine & Health Psychology 56:12

2+ y ago56:12

56:12

Send us a Text Message. Professor Angel Chater is a Chartered Psychologist, Associate Fellow of The British Psychological Society and a Health & Sport & Exercise Psychologist with the Health & Care Professionals Council. She is a Professor in Health Psychology and Behaviour Change at the University of Bedfordshire, where she leads the centre in hea…

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88. Health Inequalities 28:35

2+ y 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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23. Professor Madelynne Arden (Professor of Health Psychology) and Greg Fell (Director of Public Health in Sheffield) 53:59

3y ago53:59

53:59

Send us a Text Message. Maddy Arden is Professor of Health Psychology and Director of the Centre for Behavioural Science and Applied Psychology (CeBSAP) at Sheffield Hallam University. She is a Chartered Psychologist, a full member of the DHP, and a Registered Health Psychologist (HCPC). Maddy is co-editor of the British Journal of Health Psycholog…