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Fascinate Pod

by Fascinate Productions

Fascinate Pod is a positive minded podcast for anyone wanting to gain a better understanding of their world and issues within it. Through scientific research, activism or thinking about the problems facing society today, brilliant minds are at work making change happen behind the scenes.Host Sam Brown (FRSA) pulls back the curtain, speaking to the pioneers out to make a difference. Through the uninhibited exchange of ideas, let’s see if we can improve the quality of all of our lives and have some fun along the way.

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  1. 14. Jemima Parry-Jones – The vulture crisis & bird conservation

    Jemima Parry-Jones MBE is a conservationist, author, raptor breeder, lecturer, consultant and is the Director of the International Centre for Birds of Prey. Today she discusses her life, influences and her views on conservation of birds of prey. Specifically her involvement in helping with the...

  2. 13. Alice Bell – On climate change. What can we do?

    Find out all about We Are Possible (formerly 10:10 Climate Action) here: https://www.wearepossible.org/ If you want more information on the history of climate change, Alice has her own website https://www.climatehistories.com/who. Find her on twitter @alicebell and find me @FascinatePod A…

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  3. 12. Mark Purvis – Mixed Ability Sport. Changing the world one tackle at a time!

    Mark, or 'Doc' to his friends, is an avid cold water swimmer. He worked as a GP for 35 years, and is currently a director at IMAS (International Mixed Ability Sport). The charity are breaking down barriers for people to participate in mainstream sport. He challenges us to examine how we view…

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  4. 11. Ryan MacDonald – Earth, Mars, then beyond. How do we know whats out there?

    Ryan is a theoretical astrophysicist based at the Institute of Astronomy in Cambridge. His work involves examining the atmospheres of distant planets with the ultimate goal of finding signs of life. Obsessed with space exploration since he was a child, Ryan followed his dream of going to mars by...

  5. 10. John Fowler – Up close and personal with the mountain gorillas of Rwanda. Would you keep your cool?

    Author of A FOREST IN THE CLOUDS: MY YEAR AMONG THE MOUNTAIN GORILLAS IN THE REMOTE ENCLAVE OF DIAN FOSSEY John has some incredible stories from his time in Rwanda. From being charged by a silverback to cuddles with an orphan gorilla, John’s time at Karisoke research centre was an eventful one!…

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  6. 9. Claire Lyons – Protect the planet on a budget. What changes can we all make for a better world?

    Claire is the matriarch of the frugal family. Built on the 4 pillars; People, Planet, Pocket & Parenting, she's bursting with ideas and recommendations on how to live a greener, cleaner life without the hefty price tag you may think comes along with it. Learn all about the work she does on her...

  7. 7. David Badcock – Drug policy reform. What does the evidence say?

    CEO of Drug Science, The Independent Scientific Committee on Drugs, discusses the effect our current drug policy is having and why it needs to be changed to a policy backed by evidence. Useful links: Drug Science - http://www.drugscience.org.uk/ Clark French -...

  8. 6. Dr Flàvia Belham – Applying learning to life. How can we all learn more effectively?

    Dr Belham now applies her neuroscience expertise to improve social mobility through education. She works for the social enterprise Seneca Learning offering a free platform to schools, teachers and students enabling them to learn and study in a more effective way. She speaks about revision and...

  9. 5. Dino Hodzovic & Beth Keeble – Staying positive, fit & mindful. How can we live a healthy, happy and totally awesome life?

    Sam is joined by Dino Hodzovic & Beth Keeble. They share their expertise in all things health and fitness while their infectious optimism and positive outlook will have you smiling all the way to the gym... Or on a mindful walk Mindfulness, weight loss, exercise and education are all discussed…

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  10. 4. Dr Susan Cheyne – Wildlife conservation. Why are gibbons the coolest ape?

    Susan lectures in primate conservation at Oxford Brookes University. She is a co-director of the Borneo Nature Foundation and vice-chair of the IUCN Primate Specialist Group Section on Small Apes. Gibbons are the focus of a lot of Susan's research and work. She works to fight against the...

  11. 3. Ellis Pecan – Musicians, athletes & comics. Want to perform like a pro?

    Ellis is a performance psychologist. She talks about why we procrastinate, how to deal with pressure, stand up comedy and giving speeches. http://www.eclecticperformance.com/ Twitter: @EllisEP A Fascinate Productions podcast

  12. 2. Nick Tustin – Parenting in the modern age. How to help your children (and yourselves) avoid mental health issues?

    Nick Tustin is a mental health expert, he opened a clinical psychology practise over a decade ago and now runs the company WeParent. Their mission is to give children (and their parents) the tools to avoid mental health issues later in life. Twitter & Facebook: @WeParentUK Website:...

  13. 1. Dr Kate Faccia – Bones and all. How good is beer?

    Sam talks to archaeologist Dr Kate Faccia A Fascinate Productions podcast

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Fascinate Pod is a positive minded podcast for anyone wanting to gain a better understanding of their world and issues within it. Through scientific research, activism or thinking about the problems facing society today, brilliant minds are at work making change happen behind the scenes.Host Sam Brown (FRSA) pulls back the curtain, speaking to the pioneers out to make a difference. Through the uninhibited exchange of ideas, let’s see if we can improve the quality of all of our lives and have some fun along the way.

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