SimCast

What does it take to make simulation truly meaningful in healthcare education? In this episode of SimCast, Tony Jermy and Lawrence Hill are joined by Linsey McLeish, Head of Skills and Simulation Practice at Buckinghamshire New University, to explore Simulated Practice Learning (SPL), curriculum design, and the growing evidence base linking simulation to patient safety. Drawing on Lindsay’s unique background in intensive care nursing, aeromedical retrieval in the Royal Air Force, and higher education leadership, this conversation unpacks how simulation can move beyond technical skills training to develop communication, leadership, professionalism and clinical judgement.  From hybrid simulation models and virtual reality platforms to the hidden curriculum of teamwork, confidence and speaking up, this episode offers practical insight for simulation educators, nurse educators, healthcare academics and clinicians interested in designing impactful learning experiences. Whether you are curious about the future of simulated practice learning in nursing, integrating simulation into healthcare curricula, or how educational design can directly influence patient outcomes, this discussion is packed with ideas that challenge assumptions and push simulation practice forward.  #SImCast #Podcast #Simulation #HigherEducation #ClinicalSimulation 

Explore the launch of a new, inclusive simulation journal designed to bring together the real-world practice of simulation across healthcare professions. In this episode, we are joined by Aby Mitchell and Sophie Gardner to discuss why this journal was created, how it differs from traditional academic publications, and why there is a need for a more practical, accessible home for simulation scholarship. The conversation explores the gap between valuable work happening in practice and what is often accepted in more traditional journals, particularly for educators, technicians, and clinicians whose insights may be highly relevant but not always framed as formal research.  We also discuss the realities of academic publishing, including rejection, confidence, collaboration, and the challenges faced by those trying to publish without strong institutional research support. The episode makes a strong case for a journal that is supportive, multidisciplinary, and interested not only in polished success stories, but also in the messy realities of simulation practice. It is a useful conversation for anyone involved in simulation who has ever considered writing about their work and wondered where it might belong.  https://www.magonlinelibrary.com/journal/sihe

What happens when simulation goes wrong… before it even begins? In this candid and reflective episode of SimCast, we turn an unexpected error, forgetting to send a guest invitation, into a rich discussion on human factors, complexity, and the realities of simulation-based education. Drawing on real experience, we explore why error is inevitable in complex systems and how educators can reframe mistakes as opportunities for learning, growth, and system improvement.Using the SITE model (Space, Information, Team, Equipment), we unpack where and why things fail in simulation, from communication breakdowns to equipment issues and organisational pressures. This episode blends humour with critical insight, offering practical reflections for simulation educators, healthcare professionals, and anyone working in complex learning environments.#SimCast #SImulaiton #Podcast #ClinicalSimulaiton #HiugherEducation

In this episode of SimCast, we explore how AI-powered virtual placements are reshaping healthcare simulation. Joined by Abby Mitchell and Behnam Jafari from King’s College London, Tony and Lawrence examine how co-design, representation, and technology intersect to create authentic, scalable learning experiences.This conversation moves beyond the hype of AI and asks deeper questions about access, authenticity, and the realities of implementing large-scale simulation. From working with marginalised communities to managing 280 students in a single day, this episode offers a candid and practical look at what it really takes to innovate in simulation education.#SimCast #Podcast #ClinicalSimulation #highereducation #simulation 

In  this episode of SimCast, Tony and Lawrence are joined by Phil Purver and Alex Clark from iRIS to explore a cloud-based scenario design and management platform that’s changing the way simulation is created, governed and delivered. From AI-generated scenarios to importing legacy Word documents and accessing a global library of over 1200 shared cases, iRIS is tackling the three pressures every simulation team recognises: time, quality and capacity.We dig into the live demo, governance safeguards, student-led scenario design, interprofessional collaboration and the bigger question of whether AI can democratise simulation without compromising clinical rigour. If you design, deliver or manage simulation, this episode will give you plenty to think about.- Learn more at the platform here: www.iris-sim.com- Phil Purver  - https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-purver-686254/- Alex Clark - https://www.linkedin.com/in/clarkalexandra/#SimCast #Podcast #Simulation #HigherEducation #ClinicalSimulation

In this episode of SimCast Tony and Lawrence are joined by Craig Dores, NHS Simulation Technician, former British Army Combat Medic, host of the SimTech Podcast and founder of the National Simulation Technician Awards,Craig shares how a gap in the simulation podcast landscape led him to create a platform dedicated to the technician voice. The conversation explores professional identity, the evolving role of simulation technicians, the growth of a national community, and why “just the tech” is a phrase that needs retiring.If you are involved in healthcare simulation, higher education, NHS workforce development, or technical simulation support, this episode offers insight into one of the most important and often under-recognised roles in our field.Links 🔗The SimTech Podcast - Hosted by Craig Doreshttps://open.spotify.com/show/5URzrrB1udHmjyroSDWIrk?si=e84132ff9e364d66Nominations form for the National Simulation Technician Awards (closes end of April 2026)https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=slTDN7CF9UeyIge0jXdO41-Rc9rlzghGs2SKWvYkKHZUNlYyRDdTSlJZWUY5RTZNNlIzS1I3WExOTi4u&route=shorturlNational Simulaiton Technician Symposium 2026https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6lBhic--G9cnXGWxckF4wuOJpHi-S5WM58TC9F-s-gHJJEg/viewform?pli=1#SimCast #Simulation #Podcast #HigherEducation #clinicalsimulation Chapters00:00 – Welcome and guest introduction03:00 – Why Craig created the SimTech Podcast07:00 – The evolving identity of the simulation technician12:00 – Diverse backgrounds and what makes a great SimTech16:20 – National Simulation Technician Awards explained21:00 – The SimTech Symposium and building community26:00 – Podcasting, vulnerability and imposter syndrome32:00 – Advice for starting a podcast35:00 – Professionalisation, banding and future direction39:00 – “Just the tech” and recognition of invisible work45:00 – Final reflections and how to get involved

In this episode of SimCast, Lawrence Hill and Tony Jermy explore how simulation educators can use large language models to work smarter, not harder.Rather than focusing on high-cost or bespoke AI simulation platforms, this conversation stays firmly grounded in the pragmatic, everyday use of tools such as ChatGPT and Copilot to support the realities of simulation faculty workloads. The discussion centres on “back-of-house” applications that reduce cognitive load, improve consistency, and free up time for what really matters: learners, facilitation, and quality improvement.#SimCast #Simulation #Podcast #Healthcare #ClinicalSimulation #HigherEducationTimestamps00:00 – Welcome to SimCast and episode overview01:07 – Why this episode exists: time pressure and simulation reality02:07 – Using AI in simulation: beyond the obvious scenario writing02:36 – From AI novelty to embedded daily practice03:02 – ChatGPT vs Copilot: honest reflections and frustrations04:03 – Apple Intelligence, branding brilliance, delivery… less so04:25 – How our use of AI for scenario writing has evolved05:08 – Why paying for AI matters: documents, memory, and projects05:27 – Using projects and settings to tailor AI for simulation work06:06 – Starting with a blank screen: AI as a scenario kick-starter06:23 – The non-negotiable role of fact-checking and human judgement06:47 – Designing simulations from learning outcomes backwards07:32 – Standardising simulation documentation with AI templates07:51 – AI for faculty-facing preparation and organisation08:23 – AI as a personal assistant for busy simulation educators09:06 – Preparing learners for high-stakes simulation assessments09:47 – Scaling individualised rehearsal opportunities for students10:33 – Accuracy, hallucinations, and student-facing risks11:32 – Working smarter vs working ethically with AI12:02 – Why human intelligence still matters12:29 – Using AI to address gaps in confidence and capability13:22 – Naïve vs sophisticated use of AI in education13:43 – AI as an executive assistant, not a subject expert14:11 – Learning how AI thinks by watching it fail14:35 – Being polite to AI… and telling it when it gets it wrong15:09 – When AI fails at “simple” tasks: counting numbers16:00 – AI as the ultimate people-pleaser16:42 – What’s next: creative and advanced uses of AI in simulation17:00 – Final reflections and call to action

In this episode of SimCast, hosts Tony and Lawrence are joined by Jo Sullivan and Kelly Steele to explore neurodiversity in simulation-based education. The conversation examines how simulation design, facilitation and debriefing can unintentionally exclude neurodivergent learners and what educators can do to create more inclusive, psychologically safe learning environments.Drawing on lived experience, clinical education and higher education practice, this episode unpacks common challenges such as sensory overload, performance anxiety, fidelity overload and rapid-fire debriefing. Jo and Kelly share practical, evidence-informed strategies including sensory-aware simulation design, inclusive assessment practices, alternative debrief contributions and the ethical limits of realism. This is an essential listen for simulation educators, practice educators, resuscitation trainers and anyone designing learning in high-pressure clinical environments.  Key topics include neurodiversity in healthcare education, inclusive simulation design, reasonable adjustments in assessment, sensory processing, debriefing for neurodivergent learners, psychological safety, ALS and resuscitation training, and inclusive pedagogy in higher education and the NHS.#SimCast #Podcast #Simulaiton #ClinicalSimulation #HigherEducation

Forgive me father for I have simmed... 🙏🏻SimCast returns for its first episode of 2026, with Tony and Lawrence back in the studio after the festive break and easing themselves into the new year by opening the simulation confessional. Armed with a shuffled deck of cards and a set of AI-generated prompts, they reflect candidly on the moments simulation educators rarely admit out loud, when technology fails, scenarios unravel, or facilitators quietly panic.Across the episode, the conversation moves from blaming Wi-Fi for Bluetooth failures, to laughing at unexpected learner behaviour, pressing the wrong button, designing scenarios that are far too complex, and unintentionally reinforcing unsafe practice. Along the way, the discussion surfaces deeper themes around simulation artefacts, cognitive load, professional vulnerability, and the hard-earned lesson that simpler scenarios often lead to richer learning.This is a reflective and good-humoured episode that foregrounds the human side of simulation-based education. Rather than polished best practice, Confessions of a Simulationist offers honesty, humility, and reassurance that even experienced educators are still learning, adapting, and occasionally confessing their simulation sins.#SimCast #Podcast #Simulaiton #ClinicalSimulaiton #HigherEducation

SimCast  Debriefing the Delegation Live at HPSN 2025. What Could Possibly Go Wrong?...What happens when you try to debrief an entire conference?In this special live episode of SimCast, recorded on stage at the Elevate HPSN Conference 2025, Tony Jermy and Lawrence Hill attempt something ambitious, slightly risky, and very on brand for simulation educators: they turn a plenary session into a live debrief.The premise is simple. Conferences are full of brilliant concurrent sessions, and no one can attend everything. So rather than delivering a traditional keynote, SimCast invited the delegation to collectively reflect, share insights, and surface learning from across the day.The reality? Debriefing a large audience, at the end of a long conference day, with roving microphones and varying levels of delegate energy, turns out to be… complex.This episode captures the messy, human, and very real dynamics of large-group debriefing. At times it is energising, reflective, generous, and insightful. At other moments, it is awkwardly quiet, slightly uncomfortable, and a reminder that even experienced facilitators can inadvertently stretch psychological safety when fatigue sets in.And that, of course, becomes part of the learning.Reflections are shaped by delegate contributions from across disciplines, technician and educator perspectives, hallway conversations, and insights from the keynote delivered by Sharon Weldon (President-Elect, ASPiH).This episode does not present a polished, perfect debrief. Instead, it models something arguably more valuable: authentic reflective practice, including recognition of what worked, what felt uncomfortable, and what facilitators might do differently next time.If you have ever tried to debrief a large group, facilitated at the end of a long day, or wondered whether silence is reflective or just exhausting, this episode will feel uncomfortably familiar.#SimCast #Simulation #Podcast #clinicalsimulation #highereducation 

Strap in for one of the most imaginative episodes of SimCast yet. In this Desert-Island-Discs-inspired simulation challenge, Lawrence and Tony face a dramatic scenario: the plane taking them to an international simulation conference has crash-landed. With only two minutes to grab equipment, they must choose three essential pieces of simulation kit to build a functioning sim centre on a desert island… plus one luxury item.Whether you’re a simulation technologist, clinical educator, paramedic, ODP, or simply love creative approaches to sim-based education, this episode is packed with insights and humour.#simcast #podcast #simulation #clinicalsimulation #highereducation 

In this epsidoe, Tony and Lawrence sit down with Nick Turton, Simulation Centre Manager at the University of Nottingham’s Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences. Nick oversees a highly evolved simulation ecosystem, including a faculty-wide clinical skills service, a specialist technical workforce, and a 100-strong simulated patient network.Together, we explore what a Simulation Centre Manager actually does, why the role is vital for universities, and how strategic leadership, governance, and financial management underpin high-quality simulation-based education. From VR labs to mannequin maintenance, student experience to long-term planning, Nick offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at how large-scale simulation centres really operate.If you’ve ever wondered how simulation infrastructure is built, sustained, and future-proofed, this is one to catch.

We’re back! After an unexpected break, Tony and Lawrence return to the SimCast studio for a catch-up episode full of updates, reflections, and future plans for simulation in higher education.Tony reveals the biggest news of all... while Lawrence shares his new role as Director of Simulation and Clinical Skills at the University of East Anglia. Together, they discuss why simulation schedules (and life) sometimes collide, and explore how AI is fast becoming the “extra faculty member” every sim team needs.This episode also dives into the growing concept of Simulated Practice Learning (SPL), simulation taxonomies, governance, and the exciting developments ahead of the Elevate Healthcare Simulation Conference.Stay tuned for upcoming guests, fresh ideas on low-cost high-impact simulation, and a renewed focus on innovation as we close out 2025.Join the conversation:Tell us what you’d like to hear in future episodes, or share your own high-impact, low-cost simulation ideas.Subscribe on YouTube and your favourite podcast platform to stay up to date!

Debriefing gone wrong? In this episode, Tony Jermy and Lawrence Hill explore how simulation debriefs derail (from over-teaching and awkward silences to lost psychological safety) and how to fix them. Learn practical tips, debrief models and communication skills to make every simulation count.

In this episode Lawrence Hill and Tony Jermy are joined by Kate Ewing, Lead for Clinical Simulation Learning at the University of Northampton. With 25 years of NHS experience as a nurse, midwife, and educator, Kate shares her passion for simulation as a “bit of magic” that transforms healthcare education. Together, we unpack why simulation matters, how to build psychological safety, and what it takes to embed high-quality practice across diverse programmes.

Welcome back to school everyone!  As we begin a new school year in higher education, Tony and Lawrence discuss some changes to simulation at UEA Norwich and the impact that this might have on them moving forwards...

In this special 2nd birthday episode Lawrence gives Tony a very special birthday gift...#SimCast #simulation #Clinicalsimulation #highereducation #podcast

In this episode Tony and Lawrence dive into the world of Bloom’s Taxonomy — but with a twist....You’ve probably seen learning outcomes like “Students will understand…” or “Learners will evaluate…”. But in the world of a simulation, do those verbs actually mean anything?Join us as we explore: • Why traditional Bloom’s verbs fall short in simulation and clinical training • The real problems with vague or passive learning outcomes • A revised taxonomy of simulation-friendly verbs • How to avoid educational jargon that confuses more than it clarifiesThis episode is packed with practical examples, verbal rants (the good kind), and tips for writing learning objectives that are real, measurable, and meaningful.Reference:Newton, P. M., Da Silva, A., & Peters, L. G. (2020, July). A pragmatic master list of action verbs for bloom's taxonomy. In Frontiers in Education (Vol. 5, p. 107). Frontiers Media SA.#SimCast #Simulation #Podcast #HigherEducation #ClinicalSimulation #Pedagogy

In this episode, we shine a spotlight on the often overlooked but absolutely essential role of the Simulation-Based Education (SBE) Technician.Joining us is Josh Johnson, Senior Simulation Technician at the University of East Anglia. With a background in musicology and a passion for both creativity and technical excellence, Josh shares candid insights into his unique journey into healthcare simulation and what it truly means to be an SBE Tech.This episode not only celebrates the indispensable contributions of simulation technicians but also critically examines the systems, expectations and real-world challenges they face. If you’re involved in healthcare education, simulation design, or workforce development, this episode will be perfect for you.#Simcast #Simulaiton #Podcast #highereducation #clinicalsimulation

In this episode hosts Tony Jermy and Lawrence Hill are joined by Mark Ridgeway, Simulation Lead at Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust. Together, they dive into the realities, challenges and opportunities of delivering high-impact simulation within a large NHS Trust.Using the S.I.T.E. model (Surroundings, Information, Team, and Equipment) Tony and Lawrence guide the conversation through the practical framework they’ve developed to help structure and analyse effective simulation design.Whether you’re new to simulation or leading a programme yourself, this episode offers honest, practice-based reflections on what it takes to embed simulation into the fabric of NHS education and clinical practice.Subscribe and join the conversation as we explore simulation that makes a difference.#Simulation #MedicalEducation #NHS #SimCast #HealthcareSimulation #ClinicalEducation #SITEModel #Podcast

In this episode, Tony and Lawrence are joined by Nathan Conradie, founder  and CEO of Proficien, a company that uses digital solutions to enable healthcare professionals and providers to monitor skills proficiency.  Nathan discusses his novel approach to this by assigning skills 'currency' which fluctuates in value depending on how current the individual is in a given skill.To find out more about Proficien and the work Nathan is doing, please access the links below:Website - https://www.proficien.org/Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/proficienInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/proficien_technologies#SimCast #Simulaiton #Podcast

In this episode, Lawrence and Tony are joined by Jake Rahman, founder of the simulation collective and host of between two simulators in association with SimZine Magazine.  In the episode Jake talks about being a small fish in the big pond of commercial simulation and how this affords him the flexibility to be agile and work with smaller companies to bring simulation solutions to the people that need them.#SimCast #Simulation #Podcast

In this episode, Tony and Lawrence speak with Carolyn Cleveland, founder of C&C Empathy Training Ltd (CCET). With a background in counselling and psychology (and shaped by deeply personal experiences) Carolyn brings a powerful, human-centred approach to empathy, resilience, and emotional awareness.  In the episode we explore how empathy can be used genuinely in simulation, whether it is possible to measure empathy and how we can use empathy to become better educators.Please find a link to Carolyn's website below:https://www.empathytrainingltd.co.uk/

In this special episode of SimCast, Lawrence and Tony look back over the past 50 episodes to pick their favourites and discuss why they have picked them.Whether you've been following us from the very beginning or you're just new to SimCast, we would love to hear from you about what you think the podcast as we mark this milestone.  Drop us a comment down below...#simcast #simulation #podcast

In this episode the SimCast boys are joined by David Shablak and William Belk of the SimGeeks podcast .  In the episode the group discuss meeting your co-host, the origins of SimGeeks and SimulationTek, trans-atlantic simulation challenges and give advice on how to set up your own podcast.We're looking forward to recording part two of this meeting where we return the favour and join the SimGeeks again, but this time as guests.  Watch this space...#simcast #simulation #podcast

This week's podcast takes a slightly different approach as Tony and Lawrence discuss how they make SimCast.  The pair talk about the pre-planning that is required, recording the episode itself and what happens after in post production.

Tony and Lawrence have a big announcement to make... Make sure you tune into the episode to find out more...

In this episode, Tony and Lawrence are joined by Dr Jordan Tsigarides.  Jordan, who's PhD is in the use of VR for therapeutic uses, tries to convince our skeptic hosts about the benefits of VR in simulation and gives us a glimpse about what the future might hold...

In this video Tony and Lawrence are joined by Dr Mohamed Nasaif and Boubaker Ayadi-ben-latif who discuss setting up an in-situ simulation programme across the Emirates Health Service.  In the episode the panel discuss how the innovation was born through the COVID-19 pandemic and how the programme has gone from strength to strength since.

In this episode, Lawrence and Tony lose their cool and vent about the things in simulation that really get on their nerves!  No one is safe as the pair of moaning minnie's complain about everything from faulty kit, to using simulation to try and fix all of the world's problems...

This week the SimCast team are joined by Kate Denning and Kevin Mackie who are talking about changes to the Generic Instructor Course (GIC), an internationally renowned programme for developing instructors for life support training across a wide range of sub-specialisms.  In the episode the panel discuss some of the main changes made to the GIC, as well as things that needed to stay and some of the challenges faced along the way.  They look at the underpinning educational principles, a shift towards learner centric facilitation and how the model needs to be replicated at scale whilst still retaining high quality at all times.If you're a life support provider or instructor you won't want to miss this episode!

The last in our 4-part mini series of top 5's based around the UEA SITE model sees Lawrence and Tony discuss their top 5 equipment choices for simulation.  Some choices are obvious, others not so much.  Stay tuned to see what clinches the number 1 spot for each of our presenters.

Tony and Lawrence work through another top 5, this week concentrating on the people behind simulation with their top 5 team members.  The duo look at their list slightly differently which makes one of them reconsider their choices...

Tony and Lawrence dive into another of their top 5 series where the duo look at their top 5 pieces of sim information needed to ensure sim activity remains top notch.As usual the rules of engagement are neither person knows the other person's top 5, so stay tuned to see what they have picked.

In this episode Lawrence and Tony are Joined by Dr. Rosie Doy. The trio discuss Rosie's EdD thesis - Messiness and complexity: A case study exploring student parameidcs voayages into navigating uncertainty and look at the parrelells of Rosie's findings and its applicaiton to simulaiton.  True to form, messiness rears its ugly head in the episode so stay tuned to find out what happened...

In this episode Tony and Lawrence discuss their top 5 settitngs to do simulaiton in.  Watch out for the odd curve ball thrown in for good measure...What would be your top 5?  Let us know...#simcast #simulation #podcast 

Warning - This episode contains simulated graphic wounds and discussion about trauma that some viewers may find disturbing. 🎃In this episode, Lawrence and Tony and joined by Barbara and Olaf Jones who run a moulage and special FX company that specialises in traumatic injury for simulation training and film.  The couple tell us about how and why they do the work that they do, brushing shoulders with A list celebrities on hollywood film sets and give us a live demonstration of how to create realistic wounds in under ten minutes.  This is a must watch episode for anyone who is interested in upping the visual impact of their simulation activity!If you are interested in working with Barbara and Olaf, their contact details are below:[email protected] list below is some of the moulage materials that have been discussed in this episode:- Ben Nye colour wheel (Bruises and abraisions) - https://tinyurl.com/3byeky2d- Smiffys FX face paint - https://tinyurl.com/2efk27w2- Sculpt Gel Silicone - https://tinyurl.com/4uryh8kx- Maekup gloopy runny blood (dark) - https://tinyurl.com/6n9mk8f7- Ben Nye thick blood - https://tinyurl.com/55ed6s9m- Mouldlife's arterial blood - https://tinyurl.com/yeyukupr

n this episode, Lawrence and Tony are live at the Associate of Anaesthesia Associates annual conference at the Norwich assembly house.  The conference was a two-day event that comprised of practical workshops on day 1 and a series of keynote presentations and updates on day 2.The conference was attended by over 60 delegates from across the country most of whom are either Anaesthesia Associates (AA) or trainee AA's.  In the episode we learn more about the role of the AA in the modern healthcare landscape and interview some of the speakers and presenters who were at the conference. #SimCast #Simulation #Podcast #SimTechLive

In this episode, Lawrence and Tony are joined by Wendy McCracken and Jamie Stuart of Elevate health care.  In the episode the group dispel some myths and talk about how influential the commerical side of simulation is on shaping the future of simulation based education.#SimCast #Simulation #podcast 

This is part 3 of a 3 part series deisnged to prepare learners who are new to Simulation Based Education (SBE)By the end of the episode you should be able to:- Describe the three phases of SBE delivery- Describe the purpose of the debrief- To consider what to think about as a learner in the debriefReferences:Rudolph, J.W., Simon, R., Rivard, P., Dufresne, R.L. and Raemer, D.B., 2007. Debriefing with good judgment: combining rigorous feedback with genuine inquiry. Anesthesiology clinics, 25(2), pp.361-376.

This is part 2 of a 3 part series deisnged to prepare learners who are new to Simulation Based Education (SBE)By the end of the episode you should be able to:- Describe the three phases of SBE delivery- To conisder what to think about during the activity phase- To recall expectations of learners particpating in simulaiton

This special episode of SimCast was recorded at Sim Tech Live 2024. Tony is joined by special co-host Nicola Cook who talks about the planning and preparation needed for the first ever Sim Tech Live event hosted by Sim and Skills. Attended by over 60 technicians from universities and hospitals across the country, this two-day conference was held at the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity base which turned out to be a fantastic venue for the event. In the episode, Tony interviews all of the keynote and workshop speakers so you can gain an insight into what the conference had to offer. Each speaker segment and their company website can be found below:Timestamps:00:00:00 - Opening Credits00:00:49 - Nicola Cook - Sim & Skills00:17:28 - Chris Porter - Immersive Interactive https://immersive.co.uk/00:21:07 - Max Smiech - Decent Simulators https://www.decentsimulators.com/00:26:20 - Dan Blood - Surrey University00:35:26 - Charles Everard & Mary Holding - ASPiH https://aspih.org.uk/00:43:12 - Nathan Connell - University of Salford00:49:36 - Bradley Woodward - RiVR https://rivr.uk/00:53:55 - Aaron Thind - SimEPR https://www.simepr.com/00:58:39 - Joe Natalello - Staffordshire University01:02:04 - Emily Browne - Midlands Air Ambulance Charity https://www.midlandsairambulance.com/01:08:10 - Nicola Cook - Closing thoughts#SimCast #Simulation #Podcast #SimTechLive

This is part 1 of a 3 part series deisnged to prepare learners who are new to Simulation Based Education (SBE)By the end of the episode you should be able to:- Describe the three phases of SBE delivery- To conisder what to prepare for simulaiton- To recall the key elements of the briefingReferences:Somerville, S. G., Harrison, N. M., & Lewis, S. A. (2023). Twelve tips for the pre-brief to promote psychological safety in simulation-based education. Medical Teacher, 45(12), 1349-1356. [Available online] https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/0142159X.2023.2214305

In this episode Tony and Lawrence unpick the semantics of some of the more ambiguous terms commonly used in simulation.  What does simulation actually mean?  What is a confederate and should we be using this term and what on earth is high fidelity?...  All will be revealed in this episode.

In this episode Tony and Lawrence talk to Jackie Dias an associate professor in nursing at the university of Sharjah in the UAE. Jackie talks about her experience of building a simulation centre from the ground up in Pakistan, what was involved and lessons learned. She also talks about the work she is now doing in Sharjah.

In this episode, Tony and Lawrence are joined by Amy Wong an asspociate professor from the Norwich Medical School.  In the episode Amy disucsses research and scholarship potential in simulation, the importance of international collaboration and how Amy is trying to spread this message through her Scholarship, Innovation and Research Network (SIReN).If you would like to know more about SIReN or would like to discuss about the scholarly work you're invovled in, you can contact Amy vias her email [email protected]

In this episode, Tony and Lawrence are joined by Dan Blood a senior simulation technican at the university of Surrey.  The trio discuss a typical day in the life of a sim tech, relationships with other faculty and creative solutions to simulation problems. #simcast #simulation #podcast

In this episode, Lawrence and Tony are Joined by Christine Vogel the lead nurse educator for UbiSim: a company specialising in Virtual Reality (VR) for healthcare education.  They discuss what good VR looks like, where VR sits in the different modalities of simulation education and peek into the future of what VR holds for healthcare simulation. #simcast #simulation #podcast LINKSINACSAL Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice - https://www.inacsl.org/healthcare-simulation-standards

In this episode Lawrence and Tony are joined by Juliet Harrison an associate professor in paramedic science from the University of East Anglia.  This week's topic revolves around some of the challenges faced promoting diversity in simulation. The trio discuss both obvious issues such as skin tone in patient simulators as well as some more subtle nuances such as traditional terminology used in simulation which isn't always inclusive. A very thought provoking episode this one... #simcast #simulation #podcast In the Episode Juliet mentions several resources which can be found below:- Skin Deep - A resource to address the lack of skin tone diversity of paediatric medical education images -  https://dftbskindeep.com/- Mind the Gap - A clinical resource for signs and symptoms for people with black and brown skin - https://www.blackandbrownskin.co.uk/mindthegap- Foronda, C., Prather, S. L., Baptiste, D., Townsend-Chambers, C., Mays, L., & Graham, C. (2020). Underrepresentation of racial diversity in simulation: an international study. Nursing education perspectives, 41(3), 152-156. - https://journals.lww.com/neponline/abstract/2020/05000/underrepresentation_of_racial_diversity_in.5.aspx?context=latestarticles

In this episode, Lawrence and Tony are Joined by Irfan and Hannah, two paramedic students who have just undertaken a peer-led Adult Life Support (ALS) simulation session. They discuss their experiences of learning and simulation at UEA, how working with different year groups provides both benefits and challenges and what they have learned from their simulation session #simcast #simulation #podcast