Best Ruc Podcasts (2024)

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I Bear No Grudge 34:21

13d ago34:21

34:21

This episode is Part One of Two in which I look at two atrocities, one in 1972 and one in 1987, through the words of two fathers who both experienced the murder of one of their children. Ultimately, this episode will, I hope, help me explore the aspect of 'forgiveness' in the context of conflict, specifically the Troubles. In Part Two (the concludi…

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Doorstep Shootings Part II: Tunnel Vision 44:14

2M ago44:14

44:14

In this episode I am focusing on two Troubles' murders, those of RUC Sgt Hugh Brendan McCormac and Pat Finucane. Both men were slaughtered in front of their wives and young children. While this episode concludes the theme of 'Doorstep Murders' I felt that these two cases - from the thousands murdered during the Troubles - demonstrated how the kille…

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Doorstep Shootings in Northern Ireland. Part I: Just a Uniform 43:43

4M ago43:43

43:43

In this episode I return to narrative form through which to recount an actual doorstep shooting that occurred in Belfast 1979. As always, names have been changed as well as the Provisional IRA gunman's ground support being slightly altered. After the main body of the occurrence there follows an account of the victim's recollections and thoughts (th…

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Briefing Book 5:25

4M ago5:25

5:25

This is just a very succinct update on upcoming episodes and the future of the podcast. Many thanks. I owe a massive debt of gratitude to all who have - and continued to - listen to my thoughts, experiences and reflections on my time as an officer in the Royal Ulster Constabulary during the Northern Ireland Troubles.…

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Use of Force: Behind the Baton Gun with an RUC Officer 27:29

7M ago27:29

27:29

In this episode I briefly recount some of my experiences as an RUC baton gunner. Obviously this is a very contentious subject and I am very cognizant of this. Seventeen civilians were killed by rubber or plastic bullets during the Troubles, eight of the dead were children, all of the dead were catholic. Many others have been gravely injured by the …

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Unfinished Revolutions? Dissident Irish Republicanism and its Ideology of Violence 26:41

9M ago26:41

26:41

In this episode I take a look at Dissident Irish Republican micro-groups. Rather than a case of considering some of their 'military actions', I'll be focusing on republican ideology as well as theology. How do dissidents view themselves as opposed to Sinn Fein? What drives their appetite for continuing violence? Is there much difference between dis…

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Blue Lights: PSNI Police Procedural TV Drama. How realistic is it? Part II 25:11

11M ago25:11

25:11

In this the second, and concluding part, of my look at the recent BBC TV drama Blue Lights, a drama based on frontline policing in the PSNI, I'll be ruminating on aspects such as threats against police, extra-marital affairs in the RUC / PSNI, the depiction of MI5 and Special Branch in the drama. Obviously this episode is peppered with SPOILERS, I …

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Blue Lights: PSNI Police Procedural TV Drama. How realistic is it? Part I 15:12

11M ago15:12

15:12

Using this opportunity to have a break, of sorts, from specific topics which I'd encountered throughout my RUC / PSNI career. Instead, I'm looking at the recent BBC TV drama Blue Lights, a drama based on frontline policing in the PSNI. I'll spend this episode and the following looking at some of the characterisations and narrative strands within Bl…

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OB-GYN Founder of Rosy Shares Her Lessons 30:50

11M ago30:50

30:50

We are excited to introduce our special guest, Dr. Lindsey Harper. Dr. Harper is a board-certified physician in obstetrics and gynecology and the founder and CEO of the Rosy app, a widely popular app focused on women's sexual health. She has been recognized for her remarkable contributions to healthcare and technology, including being named among F…

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How to Dominate Google Search? 26:35

1y ago26:35

26:35

Do you need help attracting new patients to your practice? Look no further than this podcast episode featuring Naren Arulrajah, a seasoned OB-GYN Marketing Consultant and SEO Expert who is also the CEO of EKWA Marketing.

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Physician Wellness 21:31

1y ago21:31

21:31

Dr. John McHugh, a Board Certified in OB/GYN and Lifestyle Medicine, a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, joined today with Dr. Mikio Nihira to discuss the importance of wellness for physicians, particularly for younger doctors who want to maintain good health and well-b…

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An undraped fire, flashes its fire within 25:32

1y ago25:32

25:32

In this episode I'll be recounting an incident which occurred in Ballymurphy, West Belfast, 1993. It involved uniformed RUC officers, CID and members of the British Army. The local PIRA ASU were also involved in the planning and preparation of an attack on the security forces. I'll also be reflecting upon our memorialising and structuring of folk-m…

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How to ethically and effectively collaborate with medical industry 29:14

1y ago29:14

29:14

In this episode of the OBGYN Business podcast, Dr. Mikio Nihira speaks with Dr. Ty Erickson, a well-experienced master surgeon, and educator in private practice, about how to ethically and effectively collaborate with the medical industry while ensuring that patient care remains the top priority.

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How to Integrate Nurse Practitioners and PAs into Your Practice 37:22

1y ago37:22

37:22

Are you looking for a solution to the shortage of physicians in your practice setting? In this episode, Dr. Mikio Nihira and Matthew A. Barker discuss using advanced practice providers, nurse practitioners & physician assistants to cover gaps in physician schedules. They address the concerns regarding involving non-physician clinicians in the game …

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The Role of Emerging Technologies for OBGYN 28:48

1y ago28:48

28:48

Welcome back to the OBGYN Business Podcast. In this episode, we will explore emerging technologies' significance in OB-GYN healthcare. Our guest Dr. Melissa Walsh joined Naren Arulrajah to discuss the use of blockchain and emerging technologies to improve patient care management practices. Dr. Walsh is a board-certified OB-GYN physician and healthc…

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Google Ads Versus Google Organic 28:32

1y ago28:32

28:32

They discuss the most effective marketing strategies for medical practices, including search engine optimization (SEO), Google Ads, Facebook and Instagram Ads, and traditional marketing methods like radio and mailers. Naren shares insights on the pros and cons of each strategy, how they compare in terms of cost and effectiveness, and which ones are…

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What Is the RUC, and Why Is It Important? 24:35

1y ago24:35

24:35

Listen up! In this episode of the OBGYN Business Podcast, Dr. Nihira chats with urogynecologist Mitch Schuster about the importance of understanding how medical services are valued. As a member of the American Medical Association's RUC (Relative Value Scale Update Committee), Dr. Schuster sheds light on the complexities of the healthcare system and…

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Breast Implant Related Health Issues in Women and Recent FDA Safety Updates 23:53

1y ago23:53

23:53

In this episode, our guest, Robyn Towt, Joined Naren Arulrajah to discuss the severe health risks associated with breast implants. She talks about her experience with breast implants and the journey that led her to become a patient advocate.

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Using Video in Marketing for Private Practices 25:14

1y ago25:14

25:14

The OBGYN Business Podcast is back with a new episode focusing on helping doctors and healthcare executives develop their ideal practice. In this episode, Dr. Miller interviews Milan Kovaleski, a New York City marketing consultant specializing in assisting aesthetic providers in elevating their online presence through marketing, particularly with v…

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Navigating Career Transitions in Medicine: Lessons from OB-GYNs 33:58

1y ago33:58

33:58

In today's episode, we discuss switching careers within the OB-GYN field. Our co-host, Dr. Nihira, has a chat with Dr. Deanah Jibril, a colleague, and friend who has long held roles of leadership, academic prominence, and private practice. Dr. Jibril shares her journey of self-discovery, which began with recognizing the indications of burnout, whic…

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How to Expand Services in Your Ob/Gyn Practice With Ultrasound 16:50

1y ago16:50

16:50

In this episode of the OBGYN Business Podcast, Naren, Arulrajah interviews Kerry Faulk, Fetal Echo Sonographer and Clinical Instructor at Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute. They discuss the topic of expanding services in an OB-GYN practice through ultrasound. Kerry explains the necessary equipment, such as ultrasound machines and p…

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From Banality to Atrocity? 14:00

1y ago14:00

14:00

During the Troubles the squeeze of a trigger or flick of a switch could quickly turn the events of the day from mundane to inhumane. For the majority of the time the victims of shootings or bombings would have been vastly unaware of their fate. But sometimes not. How do you process the possibility of confronting someone who wants to murder you? The…

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How to Make 2023 Your Best Year Yet with Powerful Marketing 24:17

1y ago24:17

24:17

OB-GYN Marketing Consultant, SEO Expert & CEO of EKWA Marketing Naren Arulrajah Joins the conversation today with Dr. Mikio Nihira to talk about how to improve your Google ranking and search engine optimization to attract new patients.

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Leadership In Private Practice 20:23

1y ago20:23

20:23

In this episode, Dr. Rachel Miller, Board-certified Obstetrician & Gynecologist & Certified Executive Coach, Interviews Dr. Lisa Herbert, Board-certified Family Physician, Executive leadership Coach, about “Leadership in private practice and the role of physician leaders.”

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Private Practice - experience with liability - tail coverage 24:59

1+ y ago24:59

24:59

Our guest, Dr. Deepjot Singh, shares her experience as a 20-year solo private practice owner and moving into an administration role in a large healthcare setting at the same time; she also discusses the ins and outs of having medical malpractice insurance and what to expect.

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Medical Billing and Coding 21:50

1+ y ago21:50

21:50

In today's episode, Dr. Rachel chatted with billing & coding expert Dr. Heather Signorelli. Listen as we discuss essential metrics when it comes to billing & the difference they could make in your practice. You will also learn the best methods to drive better payer negotiations and proactive medical billing tips to maximize your practice revenue.…

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In Bloody Protest For A Glorious Thing Part II 33:46

1+ y ago33:46

33:46

In Part II of 'In Bloody Protest For A Glorious Thing' I continue my thoughts on militant Republicanism in the context of 'Heroic-Sacrifice' and a mythic past to which the Patriot Dead added their names for 'Ireland's freedom'. Ultimately what I wanted to do was look at the literary and historical sources extant in Irish Republicanism which informe…

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Recruitment for the private practice - OB/GYN 23:32

1+ y ago23:32

23:32

The hiring process, which includes identifying, attracting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and onboarding employees, is referred to as Recruitment. As any business owner would agree, employees are not only hired for their knowledge, skills, and experience but also for their fit to the organization's culture, brand, and success.…

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Basics of Office Billing 38:03

1+ y ago38:03

38:03

Today’s show, we have a special guest Dr. Tanaz Ferzandi who shares a passion for teaching people about business practices in medicine. She shares her knowledge of medical billing and, most importantly, why Medical students should brace themselves for medical coding updates.

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Marketing for the Private Practice – OB/GYN 35:23

1+ y ago35:23

35:23

As the title suggests, Dr. Una discusses how to do the right marketing and the best applications, how you can embrace entrepreneurship, marketing, and how she made a system that works with or without her. She’s picking some examples of challenges she faced over the years, including the pandemic, and how she responded to those very doable but uncomf…

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Disability insurance for physicians - what features - how to work with a consultant 31:36

1+ y ago31:36

31:36

In this week's podcast, Dr. Mikio Nihira and Tate Christoper, Founder of Physician Financial and Insurance Services, discuss vital components when buying physician disability insurance, as well as the costs & benefits of the investment. In addition, Tate Cristopher emphasizes questions one should ask themself before making a decision.…

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University Practice - Experience with disability insurance 31:41

1+ y ago31:41

31:41

An episode every practicing physician should listen to! OBI interviews Dr. Dobie L. Giles about his life experiences with private and university practices, as well as disability insurance. It is vital to have health insurance coverage, but understanding your policy can take time and effort. Knowing what your policy does and does not cover in advanc…

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How Patients Choose a Doctor in 2022 and Beyond? 26:54

1+ y ago26:54

26:54

In this episode, Naren & Dr. Mikio discusses patients' behavior when looking for an OB-GYN service provider & Naren shares a few tips on how doctors can engage more with patients using their website.

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Practice Leadership 37:27

1+ y ago37:27

37:27

This podcast is geared toward anyone interested in growing their practices and looking to practice ownership at some point. In this episode, Naren Interviews Dr. Rachel Miller, an authority in leadership coaching, to share about practice leadership.

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The development of Medicare, Medicaid and payment reform measures in the United States Part 2 23:33

1+ y ago23:33

23:33

In this show, Dr. Mikio & Naren talk about the development of concepts such as fee-for-service models, HMOs, and IPAs & how the evolution of payment reforms affects medical students, practicing physicians, and what to expect.

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The development of Medicare, Medicaid and payment reform measures in the United States Part 1 24:52

1+ y ago24:52

24:52

In this show, Dr. Mikio Nihira & Naren Arulrajah discuss how the current payment reforms have evolved and, as an OBGYN, why it’s so important to talk about payment reforms. Tune into this episode & find out some critical points in the current US healthcare system.

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RUC Bonus Episode with Author and Veteran Stan Goff 56:35

1+ y ago56:35

56:35

It has been over a year since I produced the last episode of this podcast. In that show I moderated a fascinating discussion about the Christian Doctrine of Discovery between Indigenous scholar of law, Steven Newcomb, and Archbishop Don Bolen of the Archdiocese of Regina. Today, I resurrect the show to take a critical look at Veterans Day with auth…

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In Bloody Protest For A Glorious Thing Part I 23:49

1+ y ago23:49

23:49

Part I of II: In this episode I discuss the perception of the Royal Ulster Constabulary held by the Irish Nationalist / Republican community which grew from incidents such as Burntollet Bridge and police baton charges in Derry during the beginning of the Troubles. To do so I look at the actions of the State in respect of that community as well as s…

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OBGYN Business Academy Vision and Podcast Strategy 20:49

1+ y ago20:49

20:49

In this show, the Medical Director of Seven star OB/GYN, Dr. Mikio Nihira & Naren Arulrajah, introduce the brand new podcast series & platform – OBGYN Business podcast. Naren Arulrajah, CEO of Ekwa Marketing & Founder of the OBGYN Business Institute and author of 16 distinct publications shares his unorthodox road to entrepreneurialism & what has l…

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Imagined Communities: The RUC and Loyalism 28:48

1+ y ago28:48

28:48

Since the establishment of Northern Ireland in 1921, and the Royal Ulster Constabulary a year later, it has been acknowledged that the RUC was overwhelmingly comprised of those from the protestant community within Northern Ireland. This factor led, in small part, to a lineage of 'police families'; fathers, mothers, sons and daughters continuing the…

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A Rope of Smoke, A Noose of Fire 34:57

1+ y ago34:57

34:57

In this episode I recount a gun and rocket attack against members of the Royal Ulster Constabulary which took place in Newry during the very late 1980s. The attack was coordinated by the south Armagh Provisional IRA along with elements of the Newry PIRA. As ever, the identity of any individuals involved has been heavily cloaked through changes and …

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The Gulf In The Eye Of The Other 34:26

2y ago34:26

34:26

In this episode I recount a sniper attack upon a joint army / RUC foot patrol in West Belfast. To better relate the incident I have characterised both state and non-state actors. I have also used a narrative framework to provide a clearer image of those involved. This account is lifted from personal involvement as well as information available to m…

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The Murder Corridor 33:15

2y ago33:15

33:15

West Belfast. Early 1990s. Royal Ulster Constabulary officers are lured to address. Waiting for them is an Improvised Explosive Device and a 'murder corridor' engineered and primed by the Provisional Irish Republican Army. Presented in a narrative framework this episode explores the impact on ordinary members of the public who find themselves caugh…

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No Small Mercy 33:37

2y ago33:37

33:37

This episode details a gun attack on members of the Royal Ulster Constabulary at Grosvenor Road RUC station, Belfast in 1992. One officer received a gunshot wound as a result of the attack. The incident also involves a Special Branch asset (tout / agent) and his handler. To better relate the incident I have created three narrators: Jude - a member …

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Nothing Personal 35:19

2y ago35:19

35:19

A narrative account of the attempted murder of a RUC officer during August 1987. This incident occurred in the Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast. Like so many other incidents at the time it went unreported by local news outlets (during the 1980s and early 1990s the frequency of terrorist attacks usually meant only those causing death, serious injury…

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The Dialogue of Shadows 21:37

2+ y ago21:37

21:37

This episode is based on an actual occurrence I experienced a number of times in the 1980s. It's recounted in narrative form using three narrators, the primary one being an RUC officer. If this format is preferred by you please let me know (Twitter: @redbrickedslums). If it proves so I'll upload further tales from the Troubles using this form. Than…

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Belfast: A Tale of Two Cities. Part One 22:40

2+ y ago22:40

22:40

In this episode I'm looking at how Troubles era Belfast has been represented in fiction. I'll be providing some thoughts and examples of such. Another aspect I touch on is that of 'The Other', which gives me an opportunity to recite some Heaney, too. In Part Two - which will form Stray Bullets episode 3 - I'll be talking about my observations and t…

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Episode One: Why a Northern Ireland Troubles novel, and why Mithras? 32:09

2+ y ago32:09

32:09

In this first episode - or introduction - I talk a bit about my background, how I came to write a novel set during the Troubles, and why I decided to blend genres. I'll also give an explanation as to why I chose Mithraism over Christianity as the novel's primary religion.By E.S. Haggan

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RUC 8 The Doctrine of Discovery: A conversation between Steven Newcomb and Archbishop Don Bolen 1:13:52

2+ y ago1:13:52

1:13:52

In this show I moderate a fascinating conversation about the doctrine of discovery between Indigenous scholar of law Steven Newcomb and Roman Catholic Archbishop Don Bolen. The irony of the release date of this episode is thick. In what was Columbus Day in the United States, President Joe Biden issued a historic proclamation that the second Monday …

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RUC 7 The Doctrine of Discovery with Steven Newcomb 1:20:29

2+ y ago1:20:29

1:20:29

In this episode I talk with Shawnee-Lanape scholar of law and author Steven Newcomb. In 2008 Newcomb wrote his landmark book Pagans in the Promised Land: Decoding the Doctrine of Christian Discovery. In this show I talk with Newcomb about this doctrine and the connections that it has to the unmarked graves being found on residential school sites.…

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