Best R Duck Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 192: Sound Wheels - Ding 2:06:55

11h ago2:06:55

2:06:55

Sound Wheels perseveres thanks to the music and sounds sculptures of Cousin Silas & Mike Benoir, Kanoko Nishi-Smith, Pete Swinton, Doug Lynner, gintas k, Pedro Melo Alves & Audrey Chen, R Duck, Superfreak, Michael Klobucher, Sound Animal, Mooris and the uHausen 2024 Volunteer Orchestra . Hear their music and performance sculpt a tale of delights, f…

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Episode 191: Sound Wheels - Fudy Wudy 2:00:11

6d ago2:00:11

2:00:11

Sound Wheels embraces change with our usual blundering grace and musical accompaniment from the likes of Michael Brückner, Shawn Bell, Mutagenese, Ernesto Rodrigues / Florian Stoffner / Bruno Parrinha / João Madeira, el_masmore, Soundoferror, R Duck, Peppermint Jet & Levallois, KK Null & Joel Gilardini, gintas k, Larry Toadman of The Wirral, mOOm, …

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ChatGPT in Research, Bird Vitality and Stratospheric Warming 51:06

9d ago51:06

51:06

Join Dr. Graci as she delves into the innovative use of ChatGPT in research settings; Dr. Linden sheds light on the crucial role of carotenes in enhancing bird vitality; Dr. Ailie alerts us to the recent sudden stratospheric warming event and its potential impacts. In our weekly science news segment, the team explores fascinating topics such as bra…

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Episode 190: Sound Wheels - Jump In Bean 2:20:35

13d ago2:20:35

2:20:35

Sound Wheels embraces change with our usual blundering grace and musical accompaniment from the likes of The Noise In Silence, 3kology, Han-earl Park, Mean Flow, Shaun Robert, Nicola Mazzocca, mOOm, Michael White, Jukka-Pekka Kervinen and Doug Lynner. Hear their music and performance sculpt a tale of delights, foibles and perseverance. Sound Wheels…

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Organ donation, electric rocks and planet problems 53:39

16d ago53:39

53:39

It’s DonateLife Week, and across Australia, four out of five support organ donation but only one in three are registered organ donors. Dr Shane, Dr Ray and Dr Susi dive into real stories from a donor family, a recipient, and a specialist nurse. We look at the process, the implications, and the science that makes it work. For more information, visit…

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Episode 189: Sound Wheels w/ Later Days - Dolly Folly Foley 1:59:51

22d ago1:59:51

1:59:51

Sound Wheels relaxes with our guest Mr Later Days this evening. We also enjoyed the music of Ernesto Diaz-Infante, Ayis Kelpekis, gintas k, Jukka-Pekka Kervinen and Michael White. Hear their music and performance sculpt a tale of delights, foibles and perseverance. Sound Wheels is hosted by R Duck and recorded at KZSU Stanford 90.1 FM Tuesdays. Pla…

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Cancer of Unknown Primary (CUP), Prostate Cancer, and Endometriosis 51:47

25d ago51:47

51:47

Dr Shane is joined by co-hosts Chris KP, plus Dr Susi and Dr Lauren. In science news: food, space, and water cleaning microbes. Guests include: Dr Richard Tothill, Principal Res Fellow, Cancer Genomics Group Leader at the University of Melbourne on Cancer of Unknown Primary (CUP); Dr Niall Corcoran, Professorial Fellow, Surgery - Royal Melbourne Ho…

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Episode 188: Sound Wheels - Undulating Ungulates 2:02:47

1M ago2:02:47

2:02:47

Sound Wheels cools off to the music of Joel Kivelä, soaringtortoise, MICHAEL KLOBUCHAR, francis_bourgeois43, Twilight Furniture, Thomas Dimuzio, Doug Lynner, Tom Djll, R Duck, The Noise In Silence, KK Null / Joel Gilardini, Ernesto Rodrigues / Florian Stoffner / Bruno Parrinha / João Madeira and Colin Rayment with Joe Rayment. Hear their music and …

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Dewatering processes, cognitive therapeutics for Alzheimer's disease and blood tests for chronic diseases 51:23

1M ago51:23

51:23

With Dr Shane away in Cairns this week, the reigns of the show are in Dr Jenny, Dr Euan and Dr Ray’s hands. They are joined in the studio by this week’s guests Dr Shane Usher, Research fellow in the Minerals Centre of Excellent at the University of Melbourne, talking about the processes of solid-liquid separation and the importance for mining, wate…

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Interview with Kate Manne, Unshrinking: How To Fight Fatphobia 1:14:10

1M ago1:14:10

1:14:10

Author and philosopher Dr Kate Manne returns to speak in-depth with Amy about her excellent new book, Unshrinking: How To Fight Fatphobia. As Kate describes it; "part memoir, part polemic, and part (all?) philosophy, this book aims to show why fatphobia is a vital social justice issue, and provide an analysis of what fatphobia is and how it works."…

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Episode 187: Sound Wheels - After Math 2:04:01

1M ago2:04:01

2:04:01

Sound Wheels enjoys the summer warmth with the music of Paul Metzger, Fusion of Elements, Han-earl Park / Lara Jones / Pat Thomas, Mutagenese, R Duck, Spacebrane, Hell is Carbon, Sound Animal, Everest Magma, Caleb Fraid, Lovers Turn To Monsters, Nicola Mazzocca, Anantakara, Cousin Silas & Mike Benoir and Ernesto Diaz-Infante. Hear their music and p…

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US Politics With Emma Shortis; Kate Manne Tells Us How To Fight Fatphobia; The 2024 UK Election Results With Andrew Walter 2:22:34

1M ago2:22:34

2:22:34

Amy Mullins returns to the airwaves. Regular guest Dr Emma Shortis talks all things US politics, including the 2024 Presidential election debate and race. Will Joe Biden drop out of the race to make way for a different Democratic candidate? What is the status of Donald Trump's legal battles? How has the US Supreme Court transformed US government, s…

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Kate Manne Tells Us How To Fight Fatphobia In Her New Book, Unshrinking 1:14:10

1M ago1:14:10

1:14:10

Author and philosopher Dr Kate Manne returns to speak in-depth with Amy about her excellent new book, Unshrinking: How To Fight Fatphobia. As Kate describes it; "part memoir, part polemic, and part (all?) philosophy, this book aims to show why fatphobia is a vital social justice issue, and provide an analysis of what fatphobia is and how it works."…

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Digital Tai Chi, Parkinson’s Disease and Childhood Stuttering 53:09

1M ago53:09

53:09

Presenter Dr Shane brings the latest science news; Julia Zhu, a physiotherapist and PhD candidate in the Department of Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne talks about how the traditional Chinese exercise of Tai Chi has shown great benefits for improving the symptoms of osteoarthritis when done in-person, and her research looks into the ben…

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Episode 186: Sound Wheels - Marshmallow Cups Rising 2:00:07

1M ago2:00:07

2:00:07

Sound Wheels enjoys the summer warmth with the music of SuperFreak, Andre LaFosse, Jukka-Pekka Kervinen, Floros Floridis & Yorgos Dimitriadis, Amplissima & Vanessa LeFevre, R Duck, Michael White, KK Null & Joel Gilardini, 3kology and Giuseppe Antonuccio (Metauro Colossum). Hear their music and performance sculpt a tale of delights, foibles and pers…

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Interview with A. C. Grayling, Who Owns the Moon? In Defence of Humanity's Common Interests in Space 58:43

2M ago58:43

58:43

Amy is joined by Professor of Philosophy A. C. Grayling for a deep examination of his new book, 'Who Owns The Moon? In Defence of Humanity’s Common Interests in Space.'With rare earths and natural resources that are essential for future technology from microprocessors to EV batteries running out on the Earth – humanity is now looking towards its cl…

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Physics and Sustainable Development, Wattle Sustainability Fellowships, Student Space Challenge Programme 52:25

1M ago52:25

52:25

Dr Shane and Scarlett speak with six guests in this bumper physics show! This week's guests are: 1) Dr Sara Webb, from Swinburne University. To prepare for the future of Astronomy, Dr. Sara Webb works with optical telescope data and machine learning to explore explosions in the universe and how astronomers find them. Sara focused on studying small,…

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Interview with Bertrand Bourgeois, Macron's Gamble: The 2024 French Elections 1:02:26

2M ago1:02:26

1:02:26

Dr Bertrand Bourgeois speaks in-depth about the snap French elections for the National Assembly (lower house) called by President Emmanuel Macron. With the far-right National Rally (led by Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella) leading in the polls, closely followed by the far left coalition, the New Popular Front (comprising 'La France Insoumise' or F…

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Interview with James Curran, Is AUKUS Really Viable & Is There A Plan B? 56:19

2M ago56:19

56:19

Professor James Curran delves into the discussions and real intentions behind the AUKUS agreement and Australia's plan to obtain nuclear submarines from the US and the UK. How exactly does the US perceive AUKUS? James reveals how the US' view differs greatly from the Australian government's view. With so many practical questions weighing around the…

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Youth Suicide Prevention, Astronomy Research, Physics & Jupiter's shrinking great red spot. 52:48

2M ago52:48

52:48

Dr Shane is joined by EAGG regulars Dr Shane and Dr Scarlett. Alongside them are 2 incredibly well credentialed guests. Samuel McKay Centre for Youth Mental Health - University of Melbourne, Samuel highlights the importance of youth mental health programs and suicide prevention methods in education settings, mental health challenges faced by intern…

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Episode 185: Sound Wheels w/ Guests Ric Louchard & Tom Djll 2:01:07

2M ago2:01:07

2:01:07

Sound Wheels brings to you in studio performances from Ric Louchard and Tom Djll. We also hear the music of The Lunar Asylum, Ernesto Diaz-Infante, Joel Kivelä, The Noise In Silence, KK Null & Joel Gilardini, Max Kutner and Superfreak. Hear their music and performance sculpt a tale of delights, foibles and perseverance. Sound Wheels is hosted by R …

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Macron's Gamble: The 2024 French Elections With Bertrand Bourgeois 1:02:26

2M ago1:02:26

1:02:26

Dr Bertrand Bourgeois speaks in-depth about the snap French elections for the National Assembly (lower house) called by President Emmanuel Macron. With the far-right National Rally or Rassemblement National (led by Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella) leading in the polls, closely followed by the far left coalition, the New Popular Front or Le Nouvea…

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Is AUKUS Really Viable & Is There A Plan B?; Macron's Gamble: The 2024 French Elections; Alison Croggon On The State Of Australian Theatre 2:21:24

2M ago2:21:24

2:21:24

Professor James Curran delves into the discussions and real intentions behind the AUKUS agreement and Australia's plan to obtain nuclear submarines from the US and the UK. How exactly does the US perceive AUKUS? James reveals how the US' view differs greatly from the Australian government's view. With so many practical questions weighing around the…

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Interview with Andrew Walter, Examining The 2024 UK Election Campaign 34:22

2M ago34:22

34:22

Professor Andrew Walter from the University of Melbourne updates us about the UK election campaign, which is in its third week. With voting to be held on July 4th, will the UK population show up and vote according to what the polls presently indicate, which is a landslide victory to Sir Keir Starmer’s Labour Party? Or will there be an increase in t…

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Episode 70: Episode 70: re-issue 1:59:59

2M ago1:59:59

1:59:59

Sound Wheels brings clear direction with the musical whimsy of Thomas Dimuzio, Jeff Kaiser, Joel Gilardini, Dahlman & Mungenast, Mikko Biffle, the Artist General, CaptJRab, Tom Djll, Jack Hertz, Bloop and Quack, Ernesto Diaz-Infante and other detours. Enjoy with your favorite beverage. Sound Wheels is hosted by R Duck and recorded for KZSU Stanford…

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Interview with Richard Denniss, Inequality In Australia And How We Can Fix It 36:04

2M ago36:04

36:04

Dr Richard Denniss talks all about inequality in Australia and how we fix it – the topic of his current national speaking tour. Richard is Executive Director of The Australia Institute. To attend the online live-streamed event being hosted in Adelaide, visit: https://australiainstitute.org.au/event/unequal-australia-adelaide/To listen back to Amy's…

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Interview with Ceridwen Dovey, Only The Astronauts 56:39

2M ago56:39

56:39

Acclaimed writer Ceridwen Dovey brings real space objects to life in her new collection of short stories, Only The Astronauts (Penguin Books). Ceridwen reflects on the stories and inner lives she creates for Elon Musk's rocket test mannequin, 'Starman,' as well as the International Space Station, the first sculpture ever taken to the Moon, the Voya…

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Ceridwen Dovey Brings Real Space Objects To Life In 'Only The Astronauts' 56:39

2M ago56:39

56:39

Acclaimed writer Ceridwen Dovey brings real space objects to life in her new collection of short stories, Only The Astronauts (Penguin Books). Ceridwen reflects on the stories and inner lives she creates for Elon Musk's rocket test mannequin, 'Starman,' as well as the International Space Station, the first sculpture ever taken to the Moon, the Voya…

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Richard Denniss Talks Inequality In Australia And How We Can Fix It 36:04

2M ago36:04

36:04

Dr Richard Denniss, Executive Director of The Australia Institute, joins Amy as he talks all about inequality in Australia – the topic of his current national speaking tour. To attend the online live-streamed event being hosted in Adelaide, visit: https://australiainstitute.org.au/event/unequal-australia-adelaide/ To listen back to Amy's past inter…

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AI and the Turing Test, Quantum Entanglement, and slowing Parkinson’s Disease 50:27

2M ago50:27

50:27

First guest is Dr Melissa Rogerson, who studies hybridizing technology with tabletop games, exploring their impact on gameplay and player experience, and assess the implications for remote play and simulation applications in fields like healthcare. Second guest is Benji Metha, who discusses variations in galaxy metallicity, crucial for understandin…

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Interview with Bruce Pascoe And Lyn Harwood, Black Duck: A Year at Yumburra 1:09:37

2M ago1:09:37

1:09:37

Amy speaks with Bruce Pascoe and partner Lyn Harwood about their new book, Black Duck: A Year at Yumburra (Thames & Hudson), which is a personal reflection on life, Country and the consequences of Dark Emu through six seasons on Bruce and Lyn’s farm. Bruce Pascoe is a Bunurong, Yuin and Tasmanian Aboriginal writer of literary fiction, non-fiction, …

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Interview with Johann Hari, Are The New Weight Loss Drugs Really A Magic Pill? 54:34

2M ago54:34

54:34

British best-selling author Johann Hari joins Amy Mullins to talk about his excellent new book, Magic Pill, which examines the benefits and risks of controversial new weight-loss drugs, like Ozempic and Wegovy. Johann has in fact tried this medication himself and is conflicted about whether they are the miracle solution for obesity that they appear…

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Episode 184: Sound Wheels - Mysterious Magnanimous Milieu 2:02:45

2M ago2:02:45

2:02:45

Sound Wheels brings to you music from Emahoy Tsege Mariam Gebru, Cousin Silas & D. York, Mike Benoit, Scott Lawlor, Ernesto Rodrigues /Florian Stoffner / Bruno Parrinha / João Madeira, Shawn Bell, R Duck, GroOm, Fusion of Elements, DASK, The Noise of Silence, Behind Bars Collective and XauriX XubatniX. Hear their music and performance sculpt a tale…

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Echidna regurgitation, Lacrymaria olor, 2 meter Daemon ducks!, Earthrise! 52:44

2M ago52:44

52:44

Dr Bernadette Jones-Freeman, PhD, Monash University, on the epigenetics of ageing and exercise, particularly in skeletal muscle, plus DNA Methylation. Dr Paris Papagianis from Respiratory Pharmacology Lab, Monash University on silicosis early life exposure and lung health, and the disease spanning early life to adulthood. Plus, Dr Rachel Kirby, Sch…

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Episode 183: Sound Wheels - Taken Slack w/ Guests David Leikam & Mikko Biffle 2:10:08

2M ago2:10:08

2:10:08

Sound Wheels brings to you music from Ezra Sturm & Ernesto Diaz-Infante, David Leikam, Mikko Biffle, R Duck, Christian Fiesel, Jessica Kert, Jukka-Pekka Kervinen and Andre LasFosse. Hear their music and performance sculpt a tale of delights, foibles and perseverance. Sound Wheels is hosted by R Duck and recorded at KZSU Stanford 90.1 FM Tuesdays. P…

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Restoring Eyesight, Stroke Survivor Recovery, Deciphering Thunderstorm Asthma, Butterflies in Rain 52:32

2M ago52:32

52:32

Dr Natalie Fini PhD, Senior Research Fellow, NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow Physiotherapy, University of Melbourne shares insights from her work which focuses on a tailored, targeted physical activity program co-designed with a team of stroke survivors and their dedicated carers; Kira Hughes, PhD Candidate from the NeuroAllergy Research Laborator…

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Episode 182: Sound Wheels - Fogs Most Clear 1:59:57

3M ago1:59:57

1:59:57

Sound Wheels brings to you music from odd person, Hali Palombo, The Artist General, R Duck, Christian Fiesel, Cousin Silas, feedinggoats, DASK, Andre LaFosse, Mike Benoit, Jukka-Pekka Kervinen, Fusion of Elements, Lieutenant Caramel, Jessica Kert, Minuit De Lacroix ft Haydeé Jiménez and The All Electric Fire Smart Grid. Hear their music and perform…

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B cells, P waves and sound rage 52:17

3M ago52:17

52:17

How do you amplify an immune response, analyse an earthquake or explain your irrational rage at people’s mouth noise? This week Dr Shane, Dr Susi, Dr Ray and Dr Graci dive in and discuss the latest technology for direct air capture carbon management, printable and eco-friendly sensors that can be ‘imperceptive-ly printed’ for use as continuous heal…

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Episode 181: Sound Wheels - Rope Space 2:02:52

3M ago2:02:52

2:02:52

Sound Wheels brings to you music from rizorkestra, Scott Lawlor, James Worse, Giuseppe Antonuccio ( Metauro Colossum), Todd Barton, R Duck, Andre LaFosse, Mean Flow & Marco Lucchi, Ezra Sturm & Ernesto Diaz-Infante, Tim Mungenast & Astro Al and Zekkereya El-Magharbel. Hear their music and performance sculpt a tale of delights, foibles and persevera…

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Eating disorders, malaria causing parasites and infectious diseases 51:41

3M ago51:41

51:41

Dr Shane is joined in the studio by regular co-hosts Chris KP and Dr Ray, sharing their science news of the week. This week’s guests are Gabriel Lubieniecki, a PhD candidate in the Body Image and Eating Disorders Research Group at Monash University, focussing on the critical role healthcare workers play in the treatment and management of eating dis…

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Episode 180: Sound Wheels - Razz-A-Ma-Tazz 2:03:36

3M ago2:03:36

2:03:36

Sound Wheels brings to you music from Jessica Kert, Doug Lynner & Philippe Petit, Paul Metzger, Kems Kriol, R Duck, Black Cactus, Sound Animal, Andre LaFosse, Amplissima & Vanessa LeFevre, The Battered Ornaments, soaringtortoise, rizwerks, Giuseppe Antonuccio ( Metauro Colossum) and Han-earl Park, Lara Jones & Pat Thomas. Hear their music and perfo…

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Forensic Anthropology, Psychotic Disorders, Cognitive Health 55:29

3M ago55:29

55:29

Dr Shane is joined by co-hosts, Dr Jen Martin and Dr Euan Ritchie. PhD Candidate Isabella Crebert from the University of Newcastle talks about forensic anthropology; PhD Candidate Nicholas Cheng from Monash University talks about psychotic disorders; and Dr. Laura Bird from Monash University talks about cognitive health. In science news: language i…

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Episode 179: Sound Wheels - One Jumped Over the Wabbit 1:58:56

3M ago1:58:56

1:58:56

Sound Wheels brings to you music from Ernesto Diaz-Infante, Todd Barton, Han-earl Park, Lara Jones & Pat Thomas, Sound Animal, Amplissima & Vanessa LeFevre, R Duck, Anantakara, Paul Metzger, Giuseppe Antonuccio (Metauro Colossum), Floros Floridis & Yorgos Dimitriadis, Max Kutner, Raoul Van Herpen and Fiver's Stereo. Hear their music and performance…

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Greg Jericho Previews The Federal Budget; Johann Hari Asks Are The New Weight Loss Drugs Really A Magic Pill? Saving The Slender Tree-Fern 2:02:15

3M ago2:02:15

2:02:15

With pressure on the government (again) to raise the rate of JobSeeker, will they finally prioritise the welfare of those on the lowest incomes in the country? Greg Jericho, Guardian columnist and Chief Economist for The Australia Institute previews the upcoming Federal Budget with Amy, which is to be delivered on Tuesday 14th May. Greg tells us wh…

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Johann Hari Asks, Are The New Weight Loss Drugs Really A Magic Pill? 54:34

3M ago54:34

54:34

British best-selling author Johann Hari joins Amy Mullins to talk about his excellent new book, Magic Pill, which examines the benefits and risks of controversial new weight-loss drugs, like Ozempic and Wegovy. Johann has in fact tried this medication himself and is conflicted about whether they are the miracle solution for obesity that they appear…

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Antimicrobial Peptides, Cancer and Cognition, Rain in the U.A.E. 52:14

3M ago52:14

52:14

Presenter Dr Shane is joined by Drs Allie and Linden for the latest science news. Dr Darren Haywood, postdoctoral research fellow in the Faculty of Health at the University of Technology Sydney investigates changes in concentration, memory, thinking speed and decision-making in people with a previous diagnosis of cancer. How can we support people a…

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Episode 178: Sound Wheels ft Bryan Day and Charles Nielsen (02_18_20) 2:49:55

4M ago2:49:55

2:49:55

This weeks Sound Wheels was rescheduled for the balls and bases so we reached around in the archives for this gem with guest artists Bryan Day and Charles Nielsen. Thank you for listening and on with the show....

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Black Duck – A Year At Yumburra With Bruce Pascoe And Lyn Harwood 1:09:37

4M ago1:09:37

1:09:37

Amy speaks with Bruce Pascoe and partner Lyn Harwood about their new book, Black Duck: A Year at Yumburra (Thames & Hudson), which is a personal reflection on life, Country and the consequences of Dark Emu through six seasons on Bruce and Lyn’s farm. Bruce Pascoe is a Bunurong, Yuin and Tasmanian Aboriginal writer of literary fiction, non-fiction, …

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Episode 177: Sound Wheels - More Pickles! 1:42:04

4M ago1:42:04

1:42:04

This weeks Sound Wheels was rescheduled for some sportings so we reach backward to offer forward an intersting program with special guests Tom Djll, Clarke Ronbinson and Ernesto Diaz-Infante. From the winter of 2019. Can you feel the winter chill on this mid-spring day? Thank you for listening and on with the show....…

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20 PHD students in 20 minutes special 54:01

4M ago54:01

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Dr Shane is joined by EAGG regulars Chris KP and Suzi, and 20 special guests as part of the ‘20 PHD Students in 20 minutes’ program. A wide range of expertise and insight covered in this special, including but not limited to; anti-hypertension medication, eating disorders in a prison environment, diabetes, fatty liver disease, forensic anthropology…

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