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Ageing mind and impact of social media on the brain up for debate at Robert Boyle Summer School June 4 to 7 What effect does social media have on the mind? What changes take place in the ageing mind and what goes on in the minds of serial killers? All will be revealed as avid conversationalists and the culturally curious gather for four days of intriguing discussion and debate. 'Mind and Matter' is the theme for this year's Robert Boyle Summer School, a not-to-be-missed gathering from June 4 to 7 that promises thought-provoking talks, discussions and entertainment in Waterford city and Lismore. This year begins with a special opening evening with SETU forensic psychologists Dr Lorraine Bowman Grieve and Dr Jennifer O'Mahoney as they explore our fascination with true crime and serial killers, followed by a weekend full of engaging conversation and social events. The Summer School is a weekend event for adults interested in exploring the role of science in our culture, organiser, Eoin Gill said. It's an annual pilgrimage to the south east for many from across Ireland. "The annual Robert Boyle Summer School is in the tradition if Irish cultural summer schools -very much a Festival for adults, not a school; focusing on Science, but not for Scientists," Eoin Gill said. "We explore where ideas come from and how they impact and affect how we see the world today. The annual Robert Boyle Summer School brings together speakers across various fields on a particular theme relevant to society. This year's Mind and Matter theme will resonate with our audience and we look forward to really good, mind-opening conversation and debate. "We're honoured that this year, we will be joined by excellent speakers and experts in their field, among these Prof. William Eaton head of the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies at Georgia Southern University; Dr Emma Farrell from the Department of Psychology at Maynooth University, and Regius Professor Rose Anne Kenny from the Trinity College who leads the Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing and is author of the best-selling Age Proof : The New Science of Living a Longer and Healthier Life "We're privileged to also have Prof. Mark Cunningham from Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience with us for the 2026 Festival, along with Prof. Luke Gibbons from Maynooth University. In addition to the talks and discussions, the weekend features an array of entertainment, social gatherings and the iconic Garden Party in the stunning surrounds of Lismore Castle Gardens," he explained. The Robert Boyle Summer School is organised by CALMAST, South East Technological University's STEM Engagement Centre in partnership with Lismore Heritage Centre, with support from Waterford City and County Council, Lismore Castle Estates, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), local industry West, Waters, Sanofi, Haleon and Bausch and Lomb. Book a session, a day or the whole Summer School on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/robert-boyle-summer-school-2026-tickets-1981338115640?aff=website See more breaking stories here. Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.
RAPPO & DEACS, Series 8, Episode 38 – April 17, 2026TIMINGS, APPROX – 3:33:2700:05 Who was the player locked in the car boot!04:43 Gareth Davies, Truro City Media28:44 SL D1 S32:00 Western League32:20 Luke Gibbons, Torpoint Athletic56:38 SWPL57:06 Mike O'Neill, Wendron United1:15:49 Simon Minett, Launceston1:43:29 Danny Lewis, Elburton Villa1:47:53 Phil Hiscox, SWPL2:05:15 Womens football2:13:00 St Piran League2:30:41 Elliot Webber, St Columb Major2:54:43 Adam Turner & Jordan Myatt, Perranporth2:58:34 Daz Smith & Henry Ramsay, Penzance3:07:22 Nick Chinn, Dropship3:29:52 Where Saturday?Please follow this show on Spotify. It really helps!
RAPPO & DEACS, Series 8, Episode 1 – July 25, 2025TIMINGS, APPROX - 2:33:5807:08 Antony Thomas (Sportfolio Sport)13:47 Phil Hiscox, SWPL Secretary38:57 Godfrey Adams, Penzance Chairman50:45 Mark Carter, St Blazey58:54 Lee Britchford, Saltash United1:09:23 Adam Castlehouse, AFC St Austell1:27:37 Shaun Middleton, Newquay1:40:22 Luke Gibbons, Torpoint Athletic2:02:38 Our look at Helston Athletic2:12:53 Gareth Davies, Head of Media, Truro City
RAPPO & DEACS, Series 7, Episode 33 – March 21, 2025 TIMINGS, APPROX – 2:12:5000:31 Gareth Davies, Truro City20:46 SL D1 S21:18 Andy Westgarth, Falmouth Tn42:33 Western League42:55 Mark Carter, St Blazey1:09:20 Luke Gibbons, Torpoint Ath1:31:34 Phil Hiscox, SWPL1:50:08 Women's football1:52:37 St Piran League1:56:44 Dan Tommasi, PerranporthAnd again, a special thanks to Gareth for his help this week
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Luis Carrillo is joined by Jose Oliva from Celebrate Recoveries, Vineyard Community Church in Miami , Luke Gibbons from The Conquer Series & Max Price, Group Lead, Conquer Series Miami for Part two of this discussion on Insanity vs Sanity.
Luis Carrillo is joined by Jose Oliva from Celebrate Recoveries, Luke Gibbons from The Conquer Series & Max Price, Group Lead, Conquer Series Miami for this discussion on Insanity vs Sanity.
Forced Labor and Sex Trafficking In episode 3 part 1 we obtained a better understanding of ‘human trafficking.' For instance, we learned the definition of ‘human trafficking,' with clarity from The State.gov Policy Issues for Human Trafficking. In other words, modern-day slavery and trafficking in persons are common terms the International Labor Organization, activists, and independent researchers use when referring to both forced labor and sex trafficking. Sex Trafficking and the Adult Entertainment Industry Strip club Photo by Mateuhsz Turbinski on Pexels Presently most people just aren't aware of the clear meaning of ‘human trafficking.’ So they have not connected the dots between it and the sex industry. As a result, the misconception is that all adult entertainment workers [in pornographic content, strip clubs, and brothels] are willing participants. The most common belief is that all of the people in porn videos, brothels, and strip clubs are consenting adults who actually choose to work in the sex industry. In fact, traffickers use tactics such as coercion, force, or threats of physical violence towards sex workers or their families just to make a profit. The traffickers also use current victims to recruit new unsuspecting targets. The Pornographic Industry and Human Trafficking Work Hand and Hand According to the article, The Porn Industry Is Modern-Day Slavery': How Pornography and Sex Trafficking Are Linked by Luke Gibbons, sex trafficking and the pornographic industry are linked. Again, traffickers use different methods to obtain victims. For example, they present porn as a glamorous career that could make the eager target, rich and famous. The traffickers present the most beautiful women as the face of the adult film industry. The women claim to love what they do and that they get paid well for doing it. Unfortunately, that is not true for the majority of porn workers who traffickers forced to pretend they are enjoying the sex acts and that they are doing those acts of their own free will. In fact, an ex-porn star told CBNNEWS.com, "Women are lured in, coerced and forced to do sex acts they never agreed to do… [and given] drugs and alcohol to help get [them] through hardcore scenes…The porn industry is modern-day slavery." Why Should Sex Trafficking Concern Us? So, you may ask, "Why should I be concerned about sex trafficking; I'm not tangled up in that criminal behavior?" Well, I'm so glad you asked. In episode 3 we also discussed a story from the article, The Porn Industry and Human Trafficking Reinforced Each Other by Marlo Safi. The writer gave an eye-opening example of how the pornographic industry exploits and directly informs what happens to trafficked victims. Safi shared an example of just how the pornographic industry indeed exploits victims in the previously mentioned article. Safi reported how editors of a popular porn magazine featured a multi-page lay-out of a young mentally handicapped woman. Her captors held her prisoner and violently and sexually abused her for seven years. During that seven-year period, the victimizers photographed her performing hardcore sexual acts. Therefore, if people do the following; Buy porn magazines Watch porn online, and buy videos Go to strip clubs whether it is occasionally or on a regular basis, they unknowingly contribute to the demand for more adult content. People are the commodity of Human Trafficking In other words, the sex industry places a demand for more individuals to perform sexual acts. Therefore, traffickers use any means necessary to meet that demand. Such as promising young women fame and fortune to work in strip clubs or perform in porn films. Money also lures some women to work in brothels. More often than not, the women later find out the person who made the promises of money and fame, deceived them. By then, they are trapped in the situation. And let’s not forget,
Luis Carrillo is joined by Luke Gibbons of Kingdom Works Studios, Max Price & DeMarko Bazan
Luis Carrillo is joined by Luke Gibbons of Kingdom Works Studios, Max Price & DeMarko Bazan
In this second meeting with Luke we dive into more detail around static stretching including isometrics and PNF. All of this in preparation for a more practical hands on examination of sidekick in the next episode. Disclaimer not medical advice always consult a professional if in doubt
Fifteen U.S. state legislatures have declared pornography addiction as a public health menace. Did you know that porn addiction physically mars and damages your brain like heroin? Is there somebody in your family who is addicted to porn? Jeremy Wiles joins his dad Rick for a get-real discussion about porn addiction. They are joined by Luke Gibbons. For more information, visit ConquerSeries.com. Rick Wiles, Kerry Kinsey, Jeremy Wiles, Luke Gibbons.
Fifteen U.S. state legislatures have declared pornography addiction as a public health menace. Did you know that porn addiction physically mars and damages your brain like heroin? Is there somebody in your family who is addicted to porn? Jeremy Wiles joins his dad Rick for a get-real discussion about porn addiction. They are joined by Luke Gibbons. For more information, visit ConquerSeries.com. Rick Wiles, Kerry Kinsey, Jeremy Wiles, Luke Gibbons.
If you are in a battle with pornography, you will find answers in this podcast. Luke Gibbons of KingdomWorks shares his story and what you can do to overcome. Listen now.
This is the story of one man who was trapped in an addiction that was so deep, there is a $100billion dollar industry supplying the drug. The drug is pornography, and the man fronting up to tell his story is Luke Gibbons. Luke was so heavily in bondage that he would spend all day and most of the night in porn, then get up and go to work with as little as one hours sleep. He would even miss social events that a 20-something normally lives for - because he was on porn. Pornography was consuming his life. Something had to change if Luke's life was to be saved. It did and it was. This is Luke's story. Could it be yours too? Listening to episode 43 of Real Talk 4 Real Men is 30 minutes of your time that could change your life or the life of someone you know. Find out more (and the show notes) at: http://www.realmen247.org/2018/08/defeating-a-porn-addiction/
TRUNEWS host Rick Wiles welcomes Jeremy Wiles and Luke Gibbons of KingdomWorks Studios in a roundtable discussion and question and answer session on the dangers and deliverance from addictions. Also providing input is Preston Smith, CEO of Marathon Construction and director of Marriage Reconciliation Ministries in Dallas, Texas. This edition of TRUNEWS was taped before a live audience.
'A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man' by James Joyce on the eve of its publication centenary with Éilis Ní Dhuibne, Anne Enright, Frank McGuinness, Anne Fogarty and Luke Gibbons with readings by Barry McGovern from hte RTÉ archives..