Best Paul Rawson Podcasts (2024)

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Young people and disposable e-cigarettes with David Hammond 22:14

5d ago22:14

22:14

In this episode Dr Elle Wadsworth talks to Professor David Hammond about vaping. They discuss policy differences between the Canada, the UK and the US as well as changes relating to disposable vapes and the use of nicotine salts. They cover the environmental impact of some of these products before talking about the different choices available to po…

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Opioids, cancer and mortality with Aleksi Hamina 13:13

26d ago13:13

13:13

In this episode Ben Scher talks to Dr Aleksi Hamina from the Norwegian centre for addiction research at the University of Oslo and the Niuvanniemi Hospital in Finland. They discuss a recent paper co-authored by Dr Hamina in which the team matched large national datasets to identify excess mortality among people who use drugs that can be attributed …

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Cannabis potency and psychotic experiences with Lindsey Hines 25:35

2M ago25:35

25:35

In this episode, Dr Rob Calder talks to Dr Lindsey Hines about her study using longitudinal data to examine links between cannabis use, cannabis potency and psychotic experiences. Dr Hines talks about using Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children (ALSPAC) data - also known as 'Children of the Nineties' and discusses why psychosis and cannab…

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Cannabis use in the US with Jonathan Caulkins 22:32

3M ago22:32

22:32

In this episode Dr Elle Wadsworth talks to Professor Jonathan Caulkins about self-reported cannabis use in the US between 1979 and 2022 and how those trends compare with alcohol use over the same period. The research focused on four specific time points, measuring cannabis prevalence against US policy changes. Dr Wadsworth and Professor Caulkins th…

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Integrated care vans with Kathleen Page 26:10

3M ago26:10

26:10

In this episode, Ben Scher talks to Dr Kathleen Page about her evaluation of an integrated care van that ran in Baltimore offering healthcare interventions and buprenorphine prescribing. Dr Page discusses using a cluster randomised trial to compare outcomes in different neighbourhoods (those where the van did and didn't go) and to explore whether t…

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Smoking and abdominal obesity with Germán Carrasquilla 17:53

3M ago17:53

17:53

In this episode Rob Calder talks to Dr Germán Carrasquilla about his study assessing whether smoking cased increases in abdominal obesity or belly fat. They discuss the implications of this kind of fat and note the importance of the findings for people who struggle to quit smoking. Germán talks about using Mendelian randomisation to identify a caus…

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Benzodiazepines and treatment with Adam Bakker, Michael Liebrenz and Alexander Smith 23:17

4M ago23:17

23:17

In this episode Ben Scher talks to Dr Adam Bakker, Professor Michael Liebrenz and Dr Alexander Smith about their commentary in response to a previous paper by Domzaridou and colleages (2023). They discuss the complexities of providing treatment for people who use, and are prescribed, opiates, opiate agonist medications and benzodiazepines. They tal…

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Contingency management with Gabriela Khazanov, James, McKay and Richard Rawson 27:09

4M ago27:09

27:09

In this episode, Ben Scher talks to Dr Gabriela Khazanov, Professor James McKay and Professor Richard Rawson. They discuss what contingency management is and how effective it can be in treatment settings. They also talk about how contingency management can be used for stimulant use disorders; an area where there are relatively few evidence-based tr…

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Xylazine, heroin and drug markets with Caroline Copeland 20:40

4M ago20:40

20:40

In this episode Ben Scher talks to Dr Caroline Copeland about her work analysing drug death data to identify drug use trends, harms and to inform policy. Caroline talks about how xylazine first entered the US drug market but has been increasingly identified in Europe and the UK, even being identified in vapes sold as containing tetrahydrocannabinol…

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Synthetic opioid production in Europe with Paul Griffiths 33:15

4M ago33:15

33:15

In this episode, Dr Elle Wadsworth talks to Paul Griffiths about synthetic drug production in Europe including the differences between lab-made substances and diverted medical drugs. They discuss organised crime and its impact on cocaine production, drug availability and the potential for drug contamination. They also cover fentanyl and the potenti…

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Alcohol-free drinks in the US with Molly Bowdring 17:01

6M ago17:01

17:01

In this episode Dr Merve Mollaahmetoglu talks to Dr Molly Bowdring about her recent article on the impact of alcohol-free drinks such as zero-percent beers, wines and mocktails. Molly talks about using survey data to explore different patterns, such as using non-alcoholic drinks to slow alcohol consumption, to alternate days or as part of someones …

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Gambling advertising with Philip Newall 32:02

6M ago32:02

32:02

In this episode, Rob Calder talks to Dr Philip Newall about how the gambling industry frames the evidence on gambling advertising. Philip talks about researching the kinds of bets that are commonly advertised, explaining how they are often projected to be 'good' bets when the chances of winning are very small. "It's really got the two sides of the …

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From Zero to Property Hero 27:04

7M ago27:04

27:04

Here we are! Episode 19 of 'Inside Property & Finance'—the podcast that takes you deep into the world of property growth, from zero to property hero! In this episode, Steve Hand and Paul Rawson from Express Mortgages delve into the fascinating journey of transforming from a first-time landlord or investor to a property entrepreneur with a portfolio…

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Finding Your Perfect Property Match 25:33

7M ago25:33

25:33

Welcome to Episode 18 of 'Inside Property & Finance' – the go-to podcast for all things property and investment strategies! In this episode, hosts Paul and Steve from Express Mortgages tackle a burning question for first-time landlords: What sort of property should you go for when diving into buy-to-let investments? Comparing the decision to pickin…

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Unleashing The Power Of Non-Standard Income 19:14

7M ago19:14

19:14

Welcome to Episode 17 of 'Inside Property & Finance'! In this episode, hosts Steve Hand and Paul Rawson from Express Mortgages delve into the intriguing world of non-standard income sources. With a staggering 40% of the population deriving income from unconventional channels, understanding how to navigate the complexities is crucial. Tune in as Ste…

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New Year, New Mortgage! 19:47

8M ago19:47

19:47

In our first episode of 2024, titled "New Year, New Mortgage," hosts Paul and Steve from Express Mortgages dive into the crucial topic of how to present yourself for a mortgage. As we kick off the year, it's time to break free from common pitfalls and set yourself up for success in the mortgage game. We discuss the pattern we’ve seen too many times…

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Addiction and definitions with Robert West 18:53

8M ago18:53

18:53

In this episode Zoe Swithenbank talks to Professor Robert West about his work on ontologies within addictions. Robert begins by summarising the definitions and constructions that relate to addiction, as well as their meanings and the implications for treatment. He also explains how different definitions can frustrate progress in addiction-related r…

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A Festive 2023 Recap 23:42

8M ago23:42

23:42

Welcome to Episode 15 of "Inside Property & Finance" – your go-to podcast for the latest updates in the dynamic world of mortgages and property. In this special year-end episode, join us for an insightful recap of 2023 at Express Mortgages and an overview of the ever-evolving mortgage and property market. As we wrap up the year, one thing remains c…

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Nitrous oxide, addiction and substance use disorder with Sammie Back and Emese Kroon 24:10

8M ago24:10

24:10

In this episode Dr Elle Wadsworth talks to Sammie Back and Emese Kroon about nitrous oxide. The discussion happened on 8 November 2023, on the day that possession of nitrous oxide became a Class C substance in the UK. The group discuss the existing evidence for harms, addiction and other disorders, exploring this relatively under-researched area. T…

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Pregnancy and opioids with Jerry Cochran 20:24

8M ago20:24

20:24

In this episode Ben Scher talks to Professor Gerald (Jerry) Cochran about his article based on a randomized multisite pilot trial investigating the impact of Patient Navigation. Jerry begins by describing Patient Navigation, explaining how it works and how it can help people stay engaged in care. The research team explored whether this approach hel…

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Minimum unit pricing and road traffic accidents with Francesco Manca 25:45

9M ago25:45

25:45

In this episode Rob Calder talks to Francesco Manca about his research on Scotland's Minimum Unit Pricing (MUP) policy for alcohol, and specifically about the impact that MUP has had on road traffic accidents. Francesco discusses how the research team selected appropriate comparitors to assess whether changes to road traffic accidents could be attr…

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The Missing Link 18:22

9M ago18:22

18:22

Welcome to Episode 14 of "Inside Property & Finance" – a podcast that dives deep into the world of property finance, mortgages, and investments. In this special episode, hosts Paul Rawson and Steve Hand take the reins as they explore a fascinating and increasingly popular topic: 100% funding. But wait, there's a twist in the tale – their usual co-h…

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The Power of Bridge-to-Let Finance 12:45

9M ago12:45

12:45

Join us for another insightful episode of "Inside Property & Finance" as your hosts Paul McFadden, Paul Rawson, and Steve Hand from Express Mortgages dive deep into the world of property investment. In Episode 13, they shine a spotlight on the fascinating topic of Bridge to Let finance. Bridge to Let finance is gaining momentum among property inves…

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Mental health and social care with Amy O'Donnell and Kat Jackson 35:54

9M ago35:54

35:54

In this episode, Zoe Swithenbank talks to Drs Amy O'Donnell and Kat Jackson about their recent study on how to improve care for people with coexisting heavy drinking and depression. The discuss the theoretical concept of Relational Autonomy and how it influenced their research. Amy and Kat describe how they set up the research, and in particular th…

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Serviced Accommodation Finance Strategies 21:44

9M ago21:44

21:44

Welcome to Episode 12 of "Inside Property & Finance," the podcast that takes you deep into the world of property and financial strategies. In this episode, we jump into the exciting realm of serviced accommodation finance. We're talking about a strategy that's been gaining immense popularity, especially since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Mor…

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The Golden Ticket To Property Bargains 19:40

10M ago19:40

19:40

Welcome to Episode 11 of 'Inside Property & Finance,' where we delve into the exhilarating world of property auctions and unveil the secrets to successful bidding. In this episode, we explore the question on every aspiring investor's mind: "Is buying property at auction the best place to get cheap property?" Hosts Paul McFadden, Paul Rawson and Ste…

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Leveraging Equity for Property Wealth 35:48

10M ago35:48

35:48

In Episode 10 of "Inside Property & Finance," we delve into the exciting world of creative equity leveraging and uncover the dynamic ways homeowners can turn the equity in their homes into a goldmine of opportunities. Hosted by Paul McFadden, Paul Rawson and Steve Hand, this episode is a treasure trove of insights for those looking to supercharge t…

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Smoking cessation trials with Zoe Swithenbank 25:51

10M ago25:51

25:51

In this episode, Rob Calder talks to Zoe Swithenbank about her recent article looking at how to improve research reports on smoking cessation trials. Zoe talks about the challenges of organising an international meeting of experts before the COVID-19 pandemic (before people were used to online working). She talks about some common errors and omissi…

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Is The Market In Chaos? 35:50

10M ago35:50

35:50

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Inside Property & Finance, the podcast where we delve deep into the world of property and financial markets. In Episode 9, we're tackling a burning question on everyone's mind: How is the market looking at the moment? Is it really in chaos? Since the release of the much-anticipated mini budget and the rip…

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Drug Consumption rooms with Laurence Lalanne 20:29

10M ago20:29

20:29

In this episode Ben Scher talks to Professor Laurence Lalanne about drug consumption rooms and the recent publication based on the COSINUS cohort study. They cover the range of interventions available in drug consumption rooms and how they can increase people's access to psychiatric support alongside barriers to accessing drug consumption rooms. La…

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Drug consumption rooms with Marie Jauffret-Roustide 37:57

10M ago37:57

37:57

In this episode Ben Scher talks to Dr Marie Jauffret-Roustide about drug consumption rooms and the recent publication based on the COSINUS cohort study. They cover a range of issues including the history of drug consumption rooms, the evidence on effectiveness and the challenges of studying this particular intervention.They also reflect on the soci…

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The Fast Lane to Funding 51:14

10M ago51:14

51:14

In Episode 8 of "Inside Property and Finance," we unlock the fast lane to funding with our three hosts Paul McFadden, Paul Rawson and Steve Hand from Express Mortgages who have spent decades mastering the art of property investment! When it comes to property projects, time is money, and in this episode, our experts divulge the keys to accessing fun…

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Drones delivering Naloxone with Caroline Copeland, Patrick Courtney and Paul Royall 28:06

10M ago28:06

28:06

In this episode, Rob Calder talks to Drs Caroline Copeland, Patrick Courtney and Paul Royall about their recent article assessing the time it would take for drones to deliver naloxone to people who are overdosing on opioids. The study team used NPSAD (National Programme on Substance Abuse Deaths) data to map out overdoses in Teeside over recent yea…

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Explore The Market With A Pro Broker 26:06

10M ago26:06

26:06

Welcome to Episode 7 of 'Inside Property and Finance' - Your Key to Financial Freedom! Are you at a crossroads, wondering whether to choose the conventional bank route or venture into the world of independent, whole-of-market mortgage brokers like Express Mortgages? In this eye-opening episode, we're diving deep into the very heart of this question…

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Canadian low-risk drinking guidelines 40:16

11M ago40:16

40:16

In this episode Dr Merve Mollaametoglu talks to Dr Catherine Paradis director of health promotion and scientific alcohol lead at the Canadian Centre of Substance Use and Addiction, Dr Kevin Shield from the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto and Dr Peter Butt clinical associate professor Department of Family Medicine at the University…

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How To Get 100% Funding 2:00

11M ago2:00

2:00

🎙️ Episode 6 of 'Inside Property and Finance' is here, and it's a game-changer! Ready to learn the secrets of securing 100% funding for your property investment projects? Get ready for a jaw-dropping journey into the world of creative finance with the experts at Express Mortgages. Discover how leveraging your resources in innovative ways can open d…

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Social media and alcohol with Brandon Cheng 17:27

11M ago17:27

17:27

Dr Elle Wadsworth talks here to Brandon Cheng about his research on social media posting and drinking behaviour. Brandon talks about the influence that media and social media have on young people and how they can influence their drinking behaviour. “A young person watching a short video of people enjoying drinks [is] likely to develop a much more v…

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Cannabis, sport and anti-doping regulations with Tom Hudzik 23:03

11M ago23:03

23:03

In this episode Dr Rob Calder talks to Dr Thomas Hudzik about his work with the World Anti Doping Agency (WADA). Tom talks about the three principles by which a substance is assessed and how they use the latest research and policy changes to make decisions about whether a substance is banned and how it is detected. They specifically cover the decis…

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How To Be A STAND OUT Property Developer 15:47

11M ago15:47

15:47

Welcome to Episode 5 of "Inside Property and Finance," where we help you crack the secrets to success in this dynamic industry. In this episode, we're about to reveal the key to standing out as a developer and becoming the lender's top choice for funding. Are you looking to get involved in more profitable deals? We've got you covered. We'll share e…

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Make More Money Through Property 16:49

11M ago16:49

16:49

Welcome back to Inside Property and Finance, the podcast that takes you deep into the world of finance and property management. In today's episode, we're diving into the fascinating world of unlocking additional wealth through property. Whether you're a seasoned property owner, or just starting on your homeownership journey, there are several ways …

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Fentanyl, poly-substance use and the US opioid epidemic with Joseph Friedman 15:52

11M ago15:52

15:52

Ben Scher talks to Dr Joseph Friedman about his research on fentanyl overdoses. Joseph explains the four waves of opioid overdoses in the US and how opiate and opioid overdoses have changed. They discuss how patterns of poly-substance use are different across the US and how the combination of fentanyl and methamphetamines is become more prevalent a…

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Is the Housing Market in Serious Trouble? 54:25

12M ago54:25

54:25

In Episode 3 of 'Inside Property and Finance,' we dive deep into the world of property portfolios and explore how the media can sometimes paint an overly gloomy picture of the mortgage market. Express Mortgages & Paul McFadden shed light on the reality of property investment and the incredible potential it offers to generate passive income. Are you…

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Bridging Finance for Beginners 41:20

12M ago41:20

41:20

In this episode, our focus is on all things Bridging Finance and how this type of financing for your investment properties, which many investors are reluctant to use, may actually be your best option Tune in as we discuss... How Paul McFadden used this type of finance to begin his journey What exactly Bridging Finance is and how it could offer you …

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Vaping and smoking cessation with Vassilis Sideropoulos 24:36

12M ago24:36

24:36

Rob Calder talks to Vassilis Sideropoulos about a recent paper on the role of vaping products in smoking cessation. The first author for this paper was Dr Catherine Kimber. Vassilis talks about the array of components that can contribute to quitting smoking when using vaping products. He summarises the research team’s work on identifying which comb…

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Welcome to Inside Property & Finance Podcast 34:35

12M ago34:35

34:35

Welcome to the very first episode of the Property & Finance podcast. In this episode, we tell you a little about our backgrounds, how Express Mortgages was born and our motivation to create this podcast to help the thousands of people who find themselves struggling to find any clarity on the Property and Finance market. Each week, we will be sharin…

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Overdose risk, opioid agonists and other medications with Eleni Domzaridou 18:21

1y ago18:21

18:21

Rob Calder talks to Dr Eleni Domzaridou about her recent article on the risk of overdose among people prescribe medication for opioid use at the same time as being prescribed other medication - such as for mental health disorders. People who use opioid drugs are often prescribed drugs for physical or mental health problems or for pain management. E…

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Methamphetamine, psychosis and family history with Rebecca McKetin 18:26

1y ago18:26

18:26

In this episode Ben Scher talks to Dr Rebecca McKetin about her recent article looking the relationship between psychosis, psychotic symptoms and methamphetamine use. They discuss the implications and talk about who exactly is at risk of methamphetamine-related psychosis. Along the way, they cover the background of methamphetamine use in Australia …

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Hallucinogen use, young adults and monitoring the future with Katherine Keyes 23:06

1y ago23:06

23:06

In this episode, Dr Elle Wadsworth talks to Dr Katherine Keyes about her study examining changes to hallucinogen use among young adults in the US. Katherine also talks about using the Monitoring The Future survey to identify patterns of substance use among young adults. "...going from 2020 to 2021 we really saw substantial increases in the prevalen…

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Perspectives on gambling from 1561 with Louise Nadeau 23:09

1y ago23:09

23:09

In this episode Ben Scher talks to Professor Louise Nadeau about her recent article anaysing the content of a Latin-language treatise on gambling addiction written nearly 500 years ago. Ben and Louise discuss the medical model of gambling and issues of historic identification. They unpick how the original authors wrote about the medical model of ad…

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Risk of bias in tobacco cessation trials with Jamie Hartmann-Boyce 20:12

1y ago20:12

20:12

In this episode, Chloe Burke talks to Dr Jamie Hartmann-Boyce about new guidance from the Cochrane Tobacco Addiction Group (TAG) on assessing and minimising risk of bias in tobacco cessation trials. Jamie explains some of the key challenges in this area and explains some of the primary sources of bias that authors need to be aware of when analysing…

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