The NESI Podcast
by NESI Podcast Team
The NESI Podcast is an official podcast of the International Society of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity (ISBNPA), brought to you by its Network of Early Career Researchers and Students (NESI). Each episode features honest conversations with students, early career researchers, and global leaders in the field—sharing ideas, research journeys, and practical tips for navigating academic and professional life.Want to get in touch?Email: [email protected]
Episodes
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The Art of Peer Review with Professor Melody Ding
Peer review sits at the heart of academic life — but how do we learn to do it well? Most researchers receive review requests long before they receive any real guidance. And yet, thoughtful, constructive reviewing is one of the most meaningful ways we contribute to the scientific community. In…
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Stronger for longer: Tackling sarcopenia through research and practice
Muscle loss isn’t just a normal part of ageing — it’s a major public-health challenge. Sarcopenia, the gradual loss of muscle and strength, affects millions worldwide and is a key driver of frailty, falls, and reduced independence. But research now shows it begins decades earlier than we once...
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From Science to Systems: Lessons from 70 Years of Physical Activity Promotion
In this episode of the #NESIPodcast, Steve speaks with Dr. Tepi McLaughlin, a researcher and policy leader whose work explores the intersection of physical activity, systems thinking, and political economy. Together, they unpack the evolution of the field, the importance of politically informed...
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Policy, People, and Physical Activity: Lessons from Dr. Sven Messing
How can policy create the conditions for people to move more in their everyday lives? In this episode of the #NESIPodcast, Steve chats with Dr. Sven Messing, a researcher based at the University of Limerick in Ireland through a Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship. With a background in political...
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Shifting the system: different approaches to tackling physical inactivity
In this episode, Stephen speaks with Dr Ben Rigby from Newcastle University (United Kingdom) about his commentary, Reflections on inaction: how might we reverse continuing trends in physical inactivity, which asks why decades of physical activity promotion have failed to move the needle — and…
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From Screen to Strength: Integrating Digital Exercise Guides into Cancer Care with Dr. Jordan Curry
Exercise oncology is reshaping cancer care—proving that movement is not only safe for people with cancer but can also boost treatment outcomes, ease side effects, and enhance quality of life. As digital health grows as a tool for delivering care, eHealth offers a promising way to make exercise...
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Active from the Start: Building Movement into Early Childhood with Dr. Dr. Charla Santiago-Saamong
How can we create early childhood environments that truly support physical activity and active play? In this episode, Stephen chats with Dr Charla Rochella Santiago from the University of the Philippines Diliman, about her research on physical activity in early years settings — and why movement…
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Let’s Talk About Sedentary Living: Breaking the Sitting Streak with Dr. Jennifer Gale
Small moves can have big impacts on our health. We all love to unwind after a long day—whether it’s sinking into the couch to watch TV or scrolling through our phones. But what if those quiet evening hours were also the perfect time to sneak in some movement? In this episode, we explore how…
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How Place Affects Our Health: The Connection Between Geography and Health Promotion with Dr. AJ Wray
What if the secret to healthier living starts with healthier places? When we think of geography, we tend to think of maps and distances between locations, but it is more than just studying the Earth’s surface. Geography reveals how place shapes people — and how we can shape places in return. In...
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Moving for Your Mind: Dr. Ben Singh on Exercise and Mental Health
Want to know how physical activity can help with anxiety and depression? In this episode of the NESI podcast, we speak with Dr. Ben Singh about his landmark research on the impact of exercise on mental health. We discuss how different types, durations, and frequencies of physical activity affect...
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It's Time for ISBNPA 2025! What to Look Forward to at This Year’s Conference
We have a special episode of the NESI Podcast for you. This week, it is the ISBNPA 2025 annual meeting in Auckland, New Zealand. The ISBNPA annual meetings generate a high turnout with researchers from around the world, covering a wide variety of topics in physical activity and nutrition…
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Pitch perfect with Dr. Michael Wheeler: How to talk about your research so people listen
How do you make your science clear, compelling, and memorable? In this episode, Stephen sits down with Dr Michael Wheeler, a leading science communicator and physical activity researcher to unpack the power of effective communication in research. From translating complex findings into accessible...
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Generative AI in academia with Professor Melanie Hingle
In this episode, we dive into one of the most talked-about developments in research and academia today—generative AI. Our guest is Professor Melanie Hingle, a registered dietitian, behavioral nutrition expert, and academic leader; Melanie is co-editor in chief of The International Journal of...
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Welcome to the NESI Podcast
Welcome to the first-ever episode of the NESI Podcast, brought to you by the Network of Early Career Researchers and Students of the International Society of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity (ISBNPA)! In this inaugural episode, your hosts Dr Emma Ostermeir and Dr Stephen Barrett…
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About this show
The NESI Podcast is an official podcast of the International Society of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity (ISBNPA), brought to you by its Network of Early Career Researchers and Students (NESI). Each episode features honest conversations with students, early career researchers, and global leaders in the field—sharing ideas, research journeys, and practical tips for navigating academic and professional life.Want to get in touch?Email: [email protected]
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