Best Ben Mole Podcasts (2024)

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Melanoma Advocacy & Early Detection with Dr. Dustin Portela and Leah Adams 33:57

3h ago33:57

33:57

In this enlightening episode, Dr. Dustin Portela, a board-certified dermatologist, is joined by Leah Adams, a stage 1A melanoma survivor and skin cancer awareness advocate. Together, they dive into the world of skin cancer awareness, prevention, and early detection. Leah interviews Dr. Portela about the importance of understanding different types o…

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Warming Up - How Climate Change is Changing Sport 1:01:10

20d ago1:01:10

1:01:10

Madeleine Orr is an Assistant Professor of Sport Ecology at the University of Toronto. She is also a co-founder of the Sport Ecology group, and in early May she will be releasing a brand-new book called “Warming Up, How Climate Change is Changing Sport” which, as you may guess, focuses on how sport is adapting to and wrestling with climate change. …

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Ecological imperialism through sport? The Dakar Rally and other stories 58:27

1M ago58:27

58:27

Today we are speaking with Chen Chen. He is an Assistant Professor at the University of Connecticut and writes prolifically about how sport intersects with many troubling trends across the globe including environmental decline and increasing inequality of wealth and power. This episode begins with Chen’s unique story that led him to these topics. T…

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Understand Your Health Insurance to Save Money 25:11

7M ago25:11

25:11

Dr. Dustin Portela, a board certified dermatologist, breaks down the common terms you need to know about your medical health insurance, including deductible, copay, out of pocket max, and more. He also shares his insights on what it's like for doctors dealing with insurance companies from the other side. This episode is perfect for anyone who wants…

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Podcast Day 2023 17:06

8M ago17:06

17:06

Happy Podcast Day 2023! This year, we took to cold calling our loved ones and forced them to chat about stories. Stories in order of appearance: The Barbie Movie The Little Mermaid Practical Magic Love at First Sight Elvis and the Dearly Departed River Woman, River Demon Endurance by Alfred Lansing The Unexpected President: The Life and Times of Ch…

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Jobs That Increase Your Risk of Skin Cancer 5:02

8M ago5:02

5:02

I was surprised to learn today a patient of mine didn't know their job as a pilot would increase their risk of skin cancer. Today I'm explaining why certain jobs will increase your risk of skin cancer. These include pilots, farmers, ranchers, lifeguards just to name a few. There may be some in this list that would surprise you however. 📒 Show Notes…

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Why You Shouldn't Laser Moles Away 4:09

8M ago4:09

4:09

Many people seek cosmetic treatment for moles to be removed. In searching on social media it's easy to find examples of people who have their moles lasered off. Dr. Dustin Portela, a board certified dermatologist explains why this is a bad idea, and in some cases can even be life threatening. When it comes to safely treating and removing moles you …

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Alan Bauman - Hair Loss & Restoration Expert 27:25

8M ago27:25

27:25

Dr. Alan Bauman is a world renowned expert in treating patients with all forms of hair loss. His clinic in Boca Raton, FL has treated over 33,000 patients and he has performed over 12,000 hair transplants during his career. We discuss his pathway into hair transplantation from his training in plastic surgery. We discuss the most common types of hai…

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Uganda's Sporting Crossroads: Navigating Fairness and Practicality in a Changing Climate 39:16

8M ago39:16

39:16

Ugandan sports currently grapples with a complex network of interconnected challenges, including severe financial constraints, persistent mismanagement issues, a significant talent drain, and the undeniable impacts of climate change. The question is: how can their sports improve and develop talent without further contributing to the climate crisis?…

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Bad advertising – How dirty businesses are buying their social license operate through sports 50:16

9M ago50:16

50:16

Advertising is supposed to be a way for businesses and entrepreneurs to show you how good their products are. But what if many of the products in adverts are actually bad? They could be bad for you or potentially bad for this planet and its delicately balanced biosphere. Today’s topic is bad advertising. We are talking to researcher Freddie Daley w…

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Colonial echoes in sport and the environment – time to decolonise and degrow? 54:04

9M ago54:04

54:04

The convergence of sport, decoloniality, and the environment presents a labyrinth of intricate ideas, and as we delve into their interconnectedness, the complexity deepens. Joining us on this informative journey is Samuel Clevenger, an Assistant Professor at Towson University in the USA, who has been trying to unpack some of this intersection. We s…

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"The Princess Bride" with Cam Berger 54:19

10M ago54:19

54:19

It's one of the greatest love stories ever told. It's also one of the most fantastic adventures. Join Cam and Talia as they take a journey through The Princess Bride, discussing not just the story itself, but how the story became a classic. Guest Host: Cam Berger Instagram: rabidameoba Resources: The Princess Bride (1987) The Princess Bride Book Ho…

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A Sponsorship Game Changer - Taking Sport Beyond High-Carbon, Gambling, and Alcohol 45:29

10M ago45:29

45:29

The relationship between money and sport is complex… This show has often discussed the issues that arise when the biggest carbon emitters buy or sponsor a sports club, often with the objective of improving their legitimacy or reputation. But this episode goes one step deeper, by looking at the more nuanced capital in-flows that have a few a degrees…

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Sport is not industry: bringing sport back to sport management 40:10

10M ago40:10

40:10

“Sport is not industry: bringing sport back to sport management.” That is the title of a wonderful paper by Hallgeir Gammelsæter, of Molde University College in Norway. The paper argues that sport management, as a discipline, has become overly focused on the management or business aspect, pushing the sports industry into competing as any other form…

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Ron Robinson - The Chemist Behind Your Favorite Brands 32:02

11M ago32:02

32:02

After realizing medical school wasn't the career path for him Ron Robinson found himself working for Clinque as a cosmetic chemist. This fortuitous event sparked a prolific career that has led Ron to become perhaps the most well known cosmetic chemists in the skincare industry. He's gone on to found his own skincare company called Beauty Stat, most…

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Surviving Melanoma - Katie Battles Stage 4 Melanoma and Becomes an Advocate 47:22

12M ago47:22

47:22

Katie shares her remarkable story of fighting metastatic stage IV melanoma and discusses her path to becoming an advocate for those living with melanoma. Dr. Portela is a board certified dermatologist and expert in skin health including the diagnosis and treatment of melanoma. 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 Visit my website at www.drdustinportela.com…

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WWII Women Take Flight with Siobhan Miller 49:49

1y ago49:49

49:49

This week, we welcome Siobhan Miller to talk about The Women Airforce Service Pilots, also known as WASPs. These pilots were the first women to fly military aircraft for the United States, paving the way for the next generations of female pilots! Follow The Podcast On Instagram and TikTok @astorytellingpodcast Learning Resources! Closer Look-Who We…

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"The Loophole" with Mubtasin Zaman 52:36

1y ago52:36

52:36

This week, Mubtasin Zaman joins Talia Smith for a discussion about Naz Kutub's debut novel, The Loophole! A story as adventurous as it is magical, The Loophole reminds us of the power of found family and self discovery! Find us on Social Media @astorytellingpodcast Support Mubtasin @mubtasinzaman on TikTok, Twitter, and Instagram Online store comin…

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“Don’t lecture us” - mobilising football fans on climate change 50:08

1y ago50:08

50:08

Football fan culture is a highly coveted commodity to many businesses who look to use the spectacle of the game and the love for teams to promote the consumption of their products. But what if this culture was leveraged for more positive outcomes? Jenny Amann, a PhD student at the University of Brighton, recently co-authored a paper with an interna…

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The power of nature: why an elite canoeist turned to environmental activism - with Etienne Stott 55:33

1y ago55:33

55:33

How does winning an Olympic gold medal in canoeing inform a career in environmental activism? Etienne Stott, and his partner Tim Baillie, won the Men's slalom canoeing C-2 Event at the London 2012 Olympics, making history for Great Britain. Since retiring from competitive sport, Etienne has become increasingly involved with environmental activism, …

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Hair Transplant Surgeon Dr. Jennifer Krejci 38:48

1y ago38:48

38:48

Dr. Jennifer Krejci is one of the countries top hair transplant surgeons. She has devoted her career to understanding and treating hair loss disorders with both medical and surgical methods. Today we cover all of the surgical and non-surgical methods of preserving hair. If you want to see Dr. Krejci for a consultation you can find her here. https:/…

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Men's Fitness, Health, & Hair Loss WIth Dr. Ben Bashline 29:25

1+ y ago29:25

29:25

Dr. Ben Bashline is a board certified dermatologist in Nashville, TN and a longtime friend. We completed residency the same year in Michigan and have seen our career paths mirror each other in many respects. Today we talk about staying healthy despite a busy and hectic life. We talk about sleep, fitness, nutrition, and even get into our mutual woe …

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The New Botox & Other Cosmetic Treatments With Dr. Matthew Elias 22:11

1+ y ago22:11

22:11

Dr. Matthew Elias is a board certified dermatologist at Elias Dermatology in South Florida. https://www.eliasderm.com/ As a procedural dermatologist Dr. Elias is up to date on the latest cosmetic treatments and gives us some insight into new treatments coming in the future. 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 Visit my website at www.drdustinportela.com 🧴2…

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Tackling the root cause - the challenges for Sport for Development in Haiti 52:19

1+ y ago52:19

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The Republic of Haiti is arguably the unluckiest country in recent history. It sits on a fault line and is regularly barraged by hurricanes. Additionally, it still struggles for social and economic stability after countless colonial injustices and outside interventions followed by dictators, gang violence and corruption. Sport, mainly football/socc…

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Amarte Skincare with Dermstore.com Founder Dr. Craig Kraffert 29:51

1+ y ago29:51

29:51

Dr. Craig Kraffert is one of the top dermatologists in the country and a true leader in the skincare space. In the early days of the dotcom boom Dr. Kraffert founded dermstore.com and built it into the premier skincare marketplace on the internet. He used his knowledge in skincare to enter a partnership with one of the most unique skincare brands I…

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What is motorsport’s state of play regarding sustainability and inclusivity? 59:47

1+ y ago59:47

59:47

To try to answer this complicated question we have Tristan Niesslein of Niesslein Sustainability Partners on the show. We discuss (1) the contradictions facing motorsport’s efforts to reduce its environmental impact, (2) how it’s time for ‘stick over carrot’ on sustainability regulations, (3) questions about the source of sponsorship funds, and (4)…

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DermaMade Skincare With Dr. Amy Brodsky 31:04

1+ y ago31:04

31:04

Buying skincare products during your dermatologist visit can be convenient and when they are carefully chosen those products can be a compliment to your medical therapy. That was the inspiration of Dr. Amy Brodsky when she formulated DermaMade skincare and began offering the products in her Chicago area practice. DermaMade is now available at many …

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"The Nutcracker" with Hannah Davis 44:51

1+ y ago44:51

44:51

We're back with Season 4 of Once Upon a Time: A Storytelling Podcast! Hannah Davis returns to the podcast to discuss the Nutcracker, our personal favorite holiday adventure! Follow the Podcast on Social Media: @astorytellingpodcast Follow Hannah on Social Media: Instagram: hannahbanannnaaa TikTok: hannabanannnaaa Resources: Barbie in the Nutcracker…

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The Doctor Will See You Online - Teledermatology with DermaGo & Dr. Emilie Bourgeault 28:02

1+ y ago28:02

28:02

Telehealth expanded significantly during COVID and it is here to stay. With dermatology being such a visual field it can lend itself to telehealth easily. I have partnered with DermaGo and today I sat down with the founder, Dr. Emilie Bourgeault, to discuss the development of their premier telehealth platform DermaGo.ca This episode will also be av…

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Is sportswashing a systemic problem at FIFA and the IOC? – with Jules Boykoff 54:17

1+ y ago54:17

54:17

The relationship between the leaders of nation-states and the gatekeepers of sporting mega-events is both powerful and complex. Organisations, such as FIFA and the International Olympic Committee (IOC), have revenues in the billions of dollars and are supranational. They have a disproportionate and troubling degree of political power. Much has been…

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We're Back! Talia and Emily Talk Season 4 29:45

1+ y ago29:45

29:45

We're back and better than ever! This week, Talia and Emily talk Season 4. Do you want to guest host an episode? Contact us! Instagram/ TikTok: @astorytellingpodcast Email: astorytellingpodcast@gmail.com Mentioned in this episode: The Chesapeake Bay Oyster Wars by Talia Smith Pearls: Second Best Thing About Oysters from Stuff You Should Know Nation…

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Sustaining Sport Podcast Trailer 1:39

1+ y ago1:39

1:39

Sport is one of the great joys of the human condition for athletes and spectators alike. It can bring happiness, livelihood, physical health, and mental well-being, and provides an education in teamwork, discipline, maturity, and humility. But for this to continue, sports around the world must acknowledge challenges both current and future and both…

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The Sports Betting Series: Part 5 – How to improve gambling regulation 54:22

1+ y ago54:22

54:22

Are regulators doing enough to safeguard people against betting companies and their aggressive customer acquisition strategies? Problem gamblers account for 46% of betting company revenue while making up only 5% of players. Up to 1 in 20 British men will, at least for a time, be a problem gambler, something that can take decades to recover from. So…

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From SAS to Mountaineer to Mole to Racing Driver... All in a day’s work for Jay Morton! 45:43

1+ y ago45:43

45:43

In this episode Tilly chats to Jay Morton about life in the SAS vs life in civvy street, as well as what it's like to be the only man at the summit of Everest! Hear about his incredible career and the opportunities he's been given. An honest, humble and down-to-Earth chat about finding the stuff that makes you happy and going after it. And don't fo…

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Working with Tom Cruise, being Monster Energy’s first female of drift and giving up the city for drift... 23:03

1+ y ago23:03

23:03

Tessa Whittock - Monster Energy's first female of drift, Stunt woman extrordinaire and just all round babe! Hear about what it's really like to work with Tom Cruise, whether drifting an H2 Hummer Military Spec is actually possible and what it's like to be one of the first women to drive in front of a crowd in Saudi Arabia... And of course, how you …

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Western Medicine vs. "Crunchy Granola" Care for Eczema with Bonnie 30:49

1+ y ago30:49

30:49

Bonnie had hoped to avoid traditional "western medicine" in caring for her daughter for severe eczema which started after her infant daughter contracted COVID. Today she tells her story of balancing her self described "crunchy granola lifestyle" with modern medicine approaches to eczema. 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 🧴Recommendations: 🧴208SKN Find t…

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Is the sports industry getting the best out of blockchain? 50:06

1+ y ago50:06

50:06

While there is undoubtedly some potential for the sports industry to embrace blockchain technology, thus far it’s been marred by controversy and even criminality. To find out how things can improve, I have been in conversation with industry commentator Pet Berisha of the Sporting Crypto newsletter. He is an optimist of the space but knows a poor pr…

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Why do athletes struggle to transition into retirement? 39:54

1+ y ago39:54

39:54

Up to 20% of all athletes experience a crisis transitioning after retiring from competitive sport, meaning they face severe mental, physical, social, or financial difficulties and are often unable to cope. If you consider how many sports and athletes there are competing globally, this is a significant number, and it is vital more is done to help. F…

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What are the social consequences of the commercialisation of football? 1:05:58

1+ y ago1:05:58

1:05:58

Is your local club ground half empty because everyone is watching the Premier League on TV? Or perhaps you are a local Liverpool FC fan, but cannot ever get a ticket? Dr David Webber has been examining these struggles, dedicating much of his academic career to working out why it is happening and what we can do about it. David postulates that footba…

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Purpose before profit - a radical new vision for football 33:37

2y ago33:37

33:37

When it comes to books about sport, Radical Football is perhaps in a category all of its own. One-part biography, one-part documentary and one-part call to action. It is a pleasure to have the author Steve Fleming on the podcast to discuss the life of Jürgen Griesbeck and the story of Football for Good. We delve into the complicities of managing a …

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Do we pick pundits by celebrity or by capability? The case of Rugby Union 38:30

2y ago38:30

38:30

Many pundits have become such long-standing features on certain networks’ sports coverage, that they are in effect the face of the program and are widely marketed to garner interest. But although their famous faces may attract fans that know them to the broadcast, do they give the best possible analysis? My guest today ruffled a few feathers in lat…

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Lifting the (societal) weight - a historical perspective on female strength 1:01:54

2y ago1:01:54

1:01:54

In today’s episode, journalist Haley Shapley guides us through the often-misrepresented history of female strength and athleticism. Haley is the author of the book Strong Like Her. Her book presents revelations from cultural history and biographical tales of women who have had to overcome social barriers before having the chance to begin pushing th…

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Why did climate activists disrupt Premier League football games? 36:48

2y ago36:48

36:48

Nathan McGovern (22) along with other members of the group Just Stop Oil, took to the field of four Premier League games in late March 2022 and attempted to tie themselves to the goalposts. Many fans assumed these young people were merely streakers so jeered as they were effectively removed by security. However, there is more to these actions than …

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Introducing Dr. Ben Jones - Dermatologist 28:27

2y ago28:27

28:27

Introducing Dr. Benjamin Jones! Dr. Jones is a Board Certified Dermatologist and has been a close personal friend of mine since elementary school. We took different educational paths and both ended up becoming a dermatologist. In an effort to get a more regular posting schedule we're bringing on Dr. Jones as a regular co-host for the 'Between Two D…

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Can sports fans make a difference in tackling climate change? 50:25

2y ago50:25

50:25

Katie Cross believes we as sports fans have a huge role to play and that is why she founded Pledgeball. Pledgeball is a way to activate fans to reduce their emissions. In this episode, we discuss how football is so powerful in changing mindsets and making sustainability fun! We also highlight the importance of community engagement and how doing the…

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Topical Steroid Withdrawl - Is it Real? Conversation with Dr. Marvin Rapaport 31:14

2y ago31:14

31:14

Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW) or Red Skin Syndrome has been a controversial topic, but thanks to the work of Dr. Marvin Rapaport, more are learning about this potential complication from overuse of topical steroids. I had an excellent conversation with Dr. Rapaport covering this syndrome and how he treats it. Topical steroids can be a great medi…

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The intersection of racism and gender bias in football - and where change comes from 1:12:34

2y ago1:12:34

1:12:34

Holly Morgan has recently reached the end of her career as a professional footballer. In her 17 years in the game, she struggled against racial abuse and fought hard to keep playing despite the lack of support that woman’s football has received. These experiences have given her meaningful insights into where the problems are and how things can impr…

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What is the relationship between eating disorders and sport? 1:06:58

2y ago1:06:58

1:06:58

This is an exceptionally complex question to try and answer. It is imperative that such a question is given the respect that it deserves. Therefore, I chose to not rush into this discussion but rather seek out the best possible person to share their insights. And I think I found that person. Lara Rebecca is the host of 'The Keep Smiling Podcast'. S…

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What do sport and autism mean to each other? 27:06

2y ago27:06

27:06

It might seem unlikely to have a strong bond between autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and sport. Yet, this episode shows that there can be a mutually beneficial relationship between the two. Today I am in conversation with Adam Millichip, sports teacher at Tettenhall Wood School in Wolverhampton in the UK. We discuss how important both wa…

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Treated With a Fake Laser? Conversation with Scott Carson 32:27

2+ y ago32:27

32:27

There is big money to be made in laser sales, so it should come as no surprise that there are bad actors in the laser sales space trying to make a quick buck. We've reviewed lasers before on this channel, and you know that they can be very good at their purpose, but they also carry risk if they are used improperly. A rising phenomenon is the releas…

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