Podcasts about Macquarie University

Mum says it's ok to be angry. But it's not ok to take over a whole island state.Featuring: Andrew Barron - Comparative Neuroscientist from Macquarie University, NSWTim Low - Biologist and a founder of the Invasive Species CouncilProduction:Ann Jones, Presenter / ProducerSarah Prosser, ProducerHarvey O'Sullivan, Mastering EngineerThis episode of What the Duck was produced on the land of the Wadawarrung people. Find more episodes of the ABC podcast, What the Duck?! with the always curious Dr Ann Jones exploring the mysteries of nature on ABC Listen (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. You'll learn more about the weird and unusual aspects of our natural world in a quirky, fun way with easy to understand science.

Distinguished Professor Rahat Munir, Head of the Department of Accounting and Corporate Governance at Macquarie University in Sydney, specialises in management and forensic accounting, financial crime, sustainability and governance. Speaking to SBS Urdu, he discussed his journey from banking to academia, his reaction to receiving the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz, his research, international students and academic links with Pakistan. - میکواری یونیورسٹی سڈنی میں اکاؤنٹنگ اینڈ کارپوریٹ گورننس شعبے کے سربراہ اور ڈسٹنگوئشڈ پروفیسر راحت منیر مینجمنٹ اور فارنزک اکاؤنٹنگ، مالی جرائم، پائیداری اور گورننس کے ماہر ہیں۔ ایس بی ایس اردو سے گفتگو میں انہوں نے بینکنگ سے اکیڈمک دنیا تک اپنے سفر،تمغہ امتیاز حاصل کرنےکی خبر پر ردعمل کے ساتھ اپنی نمایاں تحقیق، بین الاقوامی طلبہ اور پاکستان سے علمی روابط پر بات کی.sbsaudiopodcast#  Explore more ways to listen to the Urdu program here: Listen to SBS Urdu. Install our mobile app “SBS Audio” on Apple (iPhone) or Android devices: SBS Audio App. Download on the Apple App Store; download on Google Play. Follow us on social media: SBS Urdu on Facebook and SBS Urdu on Instagram. - sbsaudiopodcast#  جانئے کس طرح ایس بی ایس اردو کے مرکزی صفحے کو بُک مارک کریں ہر بدھ اور جمعہ کا پورا پروگرام اس لنک پرسنئے, اردو پرگرام سننے کے دیگر طریقے, “SBS Audio”کےنام سےموجود ہماری موبائیل ایپ ایپیل (آئی فون) یااینڈرائیڈ , ڈیوائیسزپرانسٹال کیجئے۔ ہمیں فیس بُک اور انسٹا گرام پر فالو کیجئے۔

Todays headlines include: Smart glasses will be banned in all public schools in Western Australia, the State Government has announced. A man has been charged in relation to the shooting of an 11-year-old boy in Sydney. The Canadian province of British Columbia is suing ‌OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman over a school shooting that killed nine people in February. And today’s good news: An Australian-first medical facility has opened at Sydney’s Macquarie University, bringing together leading experts across motor neuron disease (MND), dementia and Parkinson’s disease. Sign up to our newsletters here! Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara SeidlerProducer: Rosa Bowden Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Distinguished Professor Nick Titov, a clinical psychologist and digital mental health researcher at Macquarie University in Australia, joins Evan to explore a very practical question: are there small things we can do every day that actually help protect and improve our mental health? His research has identified five everyday behaviours that seem to matter most — healthy thinking, meaningful activity, setting goals, healthy routines and social connection.

Recorded live at the National Education Summit in Melbourne, this episode explores whether AI in education has reached an inflection point. Ray and Dan unpack a series of recent stories showing how quickly AI is becoming part of wider debates about education, employment, policy and trust. They look at industrial negotiations at the University of Sydney, where staff are seeking consultation over how AI is introduced, and compare that with AI-related provisions already included in Adelaide University's enterprise agreement. As part of the discussion they mentioned The University of Sydney's Cogniti AI, and a previous podcast episode with Dan Hart talking about the university's AI Hub. They also examine headlines claiming an AI chatbot is "teaching" psychology students at Macquarie University - and the university's response that the tool is supplementary and does not replace academic staff. The conversation then turns to New York City's restrictions on generative AI for younger students, alongside plans for AI critical-thinking education in high schools. Underlying it all is a bigger question: as AI becomes mainstream in education, can the conversation remain balanced - and should the podcast hear more from sceptics, critics and those challenging the direction of travel? Want to contribute to the discussion? Email us at host@aipodcast.education Want to share your love for the podcast? Well, we can't ask for more than a review in your podcast app, which will help other educators find the stories we share!

In this episode of BioTalk with Rich Bendis, Subin Baral, Partner at Ernst & Young LLP and EY-Parthenon Global Life Sciences Deals Leader, joins the conversation to discuss the changing life sciences dealmaking environment and what it means for companies, investors, and regional innovation ecosystems. Subin shares how life sciences companies are shifting from defensive portfolio management toward acquiring earlier-stage assets, technologies, and capabilities that can support long-term growth. He discusses why buyers are looking earlier in the development cycle, what makes an asset attractive in the current market, and why differentiated science, strong data, and flexible deal structures matter more than ever. The conversation also explores the current M&A environment, including EY's view that life sciences M&A activity has accelerated significantly, with stronger activity across both biopharma and MedTech. Subin touches on the broader mix of buyers entering the market, the role of mid-sized companies, and how areas such as oncology, immunology, neuroscience, cell and gene therapy, ADCs, bispecifics, AI, data, and quantum may shape future deal activity. Rich and Subin also discuss the growing role of China in global life sciences innovation, the challenges facing early-stage companies as funding remains difficult, and how startups can think about partnerships, capital access, and strategic flexibility in a more disciplined market. The episode also looks at what these trends mean for regions like the BioHealth Capital Region, including how emerging ecosystems can build visibility, strengthen networks, support differentiated technologies, and position companies for future capital, partnerships, and deal activity. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant. Subin is a partner at Ernst & Young LLP and the EY-Parthenon Global Life Sciences Deals Leader. He has more than a decade of transaction experience, helping life sciences companies with transformational transactions. Subin has extensive global experience serving as a buy- and sell-side transaction advisor for Fortune 500 companies, including in corporate and private equity. His experience includes working with companies in the pharmaceutical, medical device and biotechnology subsectors. Subin focuses on acquisitions, carve-outs, spin-offs and initial public offerings and works with companies at all stages of maturity, from startups to public companies. He frequently speaks at life sciences events about sector trends and acquisitions and divestitures topics. He received his Master of Commerce from Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia. He is a chartered accountant from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Australia and New Zealand.

With an extraordinary portfolio spanning health, education, water, banking and sport, Elizabeth Crouch AM FAICD has built a board career defined by leadership, continuous learning and a deep commitment to public service. In this episode of the 20 Years of Women on Boards podcast, Elizabeth joins Claire Braund to reflect on the experiences that have shaped her journey from a 16-year career in the federal public service to becoming one of Australia's most experienced Chairs. Today, Elizabeth chairs six organisations, including Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, the Customer Owned Banking Association, Catholic Schools Parramatta, Ochre Health, Hunter Water Corporation and Hearing Australia. She is also Deputy Chair of the NSW Institute of Sport, serves on the Council of the University of Newcastle and is Emerita Deputy Chancellor of Macquarie University. Despite the breadth of her portfolio, Elizabeth remains committed to making space to learn, reflect and challenge her own thinking. She is also, she admits, getting better at saying no. Leadership under scrutiny Elizabeth's career has included involvement in major public infrastructure and legacy projects, from hospitals and schools to the delivery of Sydney's Opal card. When she joined the RailCorp board, the ticketing project was already seven years overdue. As Chair, Elizabeth helped make the difficult decision to draw a line under the existing project and refocus on the outcome it needed to achieve. The experience reinforced lessons she continues to take into the boardroom: understand your stakeholders, make timely decisions and stay focused on the outcome. Above all, she says, when operating under intense scrutiny, directors need to "communicate, communicate, communicate." Staying ahead of emerging risk Continuous learning has remained a feature of Elizabeth's board career. Recognising the growing cyber threat facing organisations, she returned to university and completed a Master of Cybersecurity in 2021. It is knowledge she says she now uses every day. For directors, she believes two critical cyber questions are understanding who is in your business and supply chain, and how quickly your organisation can respond when something goes wrong. Elizabeth also discusses what different sectors can learn from each other - from the entrepreneurial thinking of founder-led companies to the close connection not-for-profits often have with their customers and stakeholders. Many pathways to the boardroom A long-standing Women on Boards member, Elizabeth recalls thinking WOB was the "missing link" when it was established - providing women with a forum and network to help build their board careers. She believes one of WOB's important contributions has been showing women that there are many pathways to achieving their board ambitions. Looking to the future, Elizabeth believes board diversity must extend beyond gender. She sees an important opportunity to bring more younger, digitally native people into boardrooms, particularly as organisations navigate AI and emerging technology. Asked to sum up her journey over the past 20 years in three words, Elizabeth chose: Opportunity. Resilience. Service. Learn more about Women on Boards www.womeonboards.net/join

Headlines here II - Coles ditches Palantir after Getup campaign- Coal mine approval as Albanese meets Pacific leaders undermines Pacific partnership, as UN warns of 1.5C overshoot.- Macquarie University replaces tutorial with an AI chatbot called a virtual peer in Psychology courses.- Victorian Government legislation the Associations Incorporation Reform Amendment Bill 2026 targets RAFFWUVoices4Palestine - Ilan Pappe here II Israeli historian and political scientist, Ilan Pappe, speaking at the Oxford Union on the question: Palestine Never Truly Wanted Peace with Palestine.Quantem Dispute Update here II MUA members at Quantem were locked out on Wednesday after taking protected action over wages, conditions and respect at work. We talk with lead organiser Shane Reside for an update on the picket.This is the Week here II Kevin Healy scythes the week with satireCritical Minerals here II part of a Trade Justice chat with Oxfam America's Maria Lya Ramos and Andrew Gogrand about the report Financing Critical Minerals but Failing Critical Safeguards.

RMIT University Educational Technology Expert Professor Michael Cowling joined Tom Elliott to discuss in-person psychology classes being swapped for AI chatbots for two subjects at Macquarie University.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is “Easy Croatian” – a podcast brought to you by SBS Croatian and Macquarie University. It's designed for anyone who wants to brush up on their Croatian. The stories are presented in shorter, simpler sentences and delivered at a slower pace. Before we begin, you'll hear some of the key vocabulary and expressions, along with their English translations. The transcript is available on the SBS Audio app, and both the transcript and the quiz can be found on the SBS Croatian website.

This is “Easy Croatian” – a podcast brought to you by SBS Croatian and Macquarie University. It's designed for anyone who wants to brush up on their Croatian. The stories are presented in shorter, simpler sentences and delivered at a slower pace. Before we begin, you'll hear some of the key vocabulary and expressions, along with their English translations. The transcript is available on the SBS Audio app, and both the transcript and the quiz can be found on the SBS Croatian website.

Macquarie University computing academic Gregory Baker joined Tom Elliott to discuss the threat he believes AI poses to a wide range of jobs in the near future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Prof Clare Collins talks with Dr Nipa Saha a media, communications and online marketing researcher from Macquarie University about the hidden tricks that are used in food advertising targeted at children and teens. They discuss how advertising influences young minds, online strategies used by marketers, plus practical tips for parents and educators to help protect them.Key topicsImpact of food advertising on children and teen's eating habitsOnline marketing strategies used by food companiesThe role of child brain and cognitive development in understanding adsParental strategies to limit exposure to unhealthy food adsThe influence of social media and gaming platforms targeted at young people on food choicesResourcesAustralian eSafety Commission Resources for parents https://www.esafety.gov.au/parentsAustralian eSafety Commission Resources for teachers https://www.esafety.gov.au/educatorsFood Advertising to Children in Australia. Look for this text Book by Dr Nipa Saha in all good book shops, online or at your local library.Triple P free online parenting courses https://www.triplep-parenting.net.au/au/parenting-courses/Check out related articles on No Money No Time: https://nomoneynotime.com.au/hacks-myths-faqs/how-to-make-healthier-food-choices-whenTo access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/Want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Use our Australian Eating Survey - For a 50% discount enter the 'DietCheck' code at the checkout! Purchase here https://australianeatingsurvey.com.au/Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate hereHere's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au Keywords: #foodadvertising, #children, #onlineplatforms, #marketingstrategies, #parentalguidance, #eSafety, #eSafetyCommissioner, #medialiteracy, #advertisingtricks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is “Easy Croatian” – a podcast brought to you by SBS Croatian and Macquarie University. It's designed for anyone who wants to brush up on their Croatian. The stories are presented in shorter, simpler sentences and delivered at a slower pace.

This is “Easy Croatian” – a podcast brought to you by SBS Croatian and Macquarie University. It's designed for anyone who wants to brush up on their Croatian. The stories are presented in shorter, simpler sentences and delivered at a slower pace.

Bone sarcomas are rare, accounting for 0.2% of all cancer diagnoses, with around 200 cases diagnosed in Australia each year. The three main types differ by age and site: osteosarcoma (around 30 to 35% of cases, often in the arms, legs and pelvis, with peaks in adolescence and again in the seventies and eighties), chondrosarcoma (around 30% of cases, typically in adults over 40), and Ewing sarcoma (around 15% of cases, most common in children). Professor Fiona Maclean, an anatomical pathologist, describes bone sarcoma diagnosis as a pattern-recognition challenge made harder by rarity, noting that tumour type and stage are the two most useful pieces of information for a GP reading a pathology report. A/Professor Richard Boyle, an orthopaedic oncological surgeon, outlines the red flags, including unexplained deep bone pain and night pain, and the diagnostic pathway from X-ray through biopsy to multidisciplinary review. This is the story of Bone Sarcoma Part 1. Useful links: Australia and New Zealand Sarcoma Association: https://sarcoma.org.au/ Find a sarcoma specialist: https://sarcoma.org.au/pages/about-sarcoma/find-a-sarcoma-specialist Sarcoma guidelines: https://sarcoma.org.au/pages/sarcoma-guidelines Seeking a second opinion: https://sarcoma.org.au/pages/about-sarcoma/seeking-second-opinion Useful patient information: https://sarcoma.org.au/pages/about-sarcoma/patient-and-carer-sarcoma-information Our Special Guests: A/Professor Richard Boyle who is a Sydney-based orthopaedic oncological surgeon and head of the NSW Sarcoma unit. Professor Fiona Maclean who is an anatomical pathologist and professor from Macquarie University. Listen: This Medical Life podcast is available on all podcasting services and Spotify. Members of the RACGP are able to log the hours as CPD (Education) that they listen to the episodes under self record via Quick log. We invite you to help support us on our donation page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's been a lot of opposition to FIFA's plans to sell stakes in its competitions to private investors. UEFA, the governing body of football in Europe, have said they would boycott Fifa events if the plans go ahead. The Asian Football Confederation and Concacaf, which governs football in North and Central America, have also opposed the plans. BBC sports correspondent Patrick Gearey explains how this might affect women's football.A new study is investigating why autistic women are less likely to attend cervical screening. Many report pain, anxiety, sensory sensitivities and feeling dismissed during smear tests. Willow Holloway, who is autistic, joins Kylie Pentelow to describe her experience. Researcher Dr Aimee Grant, explains the barriers autistic women face, and why alternatives, like at-home HPV testing, could help improve access to life-saving screening. Do you remember your first kiss? Or perhaps your worst kiss? And what was your last kiss - a smacker, a snog, a pash - or rather a quick peck on the cheek? Maybe just an air kiss? Or perhaps you would rather keep your lips to yourself - and wish others would too. Professor Katie Barclay, a historian of emotions based at Macquarie University in Sydney, has taken a deep dive into a thousand years' worth of kisses for her new book The Kiss: A History of Passion & Power. She joins Kylie to explain why our ancestors had a kiss for almost every occasion but kissing is now in decline.In the 1990s the work of the young British playwright Sarah Kane caused controversy with its groundbreaking, unflinching portrayal of violence on stage. Almost 30 years after it was first performed, a revival of Kane's play Cleansed has opened at The Almeida, directed by the theatre's outgoing, Olivier award-winning Associate Director, Rebecca Frecknall. Now accompanied by content warnings, a self-care guide and a decompression space, how might today's audiences approach this confrontational work - and how does it feel to perform it? Kylie discusses with the director Rebecca Frecknall and actor Pearl Chanda, who plays Grace in this production.The UK's only all-women chess team has been crowned champions of the second division of the national league, winning them a historic promotion to the top tier. It is the first time an all-female team has reached the top division in the 33 years of the UK's national league and a big achievement by the She Plays To Win Lionesses, but because of league rules they may have to lose their all-women status, and include a man in the team to be allowed to play in Division 1. Kylie discusses the issue with Anusha Subramanian and Alisha Vyas - two members of the winning team.Presented by Kylie Pentelow Producer: Louise Corley

Can businesses really tackle the pervasive issue of modern slavery? In this episode of Frankly Speaking, Richard Howitt was joined by an expert in the field, Johannes Dumay, Professor in accounting at Macquarie University, Sydney, and multi-award-winning researcher on modern slavery as well as sustainability accounting and reporting. Together they discussed how corporate attitudes towards modern slavery have (and haven't!) evolved over the past decade, as well as what the increasing number of court cases on the issue mean for the future of companies' responsibility and duty of care in their supply chains. You'll also hear about: John's verdict on whether legal requirements on companies in relation to modern slavery, from the UK to Australia, have actually been effective  Why companies having more of a risk management culture rather than a due diligence culture is preventing them from effectively identifying and remediate modern slavery To what extent the EU Forced Labour Regulation will be able to meet its objective of eliminating forced labour from supply chains  What the glove manufacturer Ansell gets right in its modern slavery report The potential future of modern slavery legislation: companies having to demonstrate the modern slavery is not in their supply chains if they are based in high-risk areas  Why John has changed his mind on boycotting the chocolate industry altogether Listen in and follow us on LinkedIn and Youtube! 

Scammers are a global epidemic and most of us feel powerless against them. The good news is that our guest this week has built the tech, and a company, to fight back.Dali Kaafar is the founder and CEO of Apate, a counter-intelligence company that deploys conversational AI to fight scammers at scale. Dali is also a Professor of Cybersecurity at Macquarie University and the Executive Director of its Cyber Security Hub. In 2025 he was named AI Academic/Researcher of the Year at the Australian AI Awards, and has been recognised as one of The Australian's Top 100 Innovators two years running.The scale of scammers is staggering: scam losses are doubling year on year. Globally, people are losing hundreds of billions of dollars annually and it's getting worse, not better. Incredibly, when a scammer gets you on the phone, they have a one in five chance of succeeding!In this fascinating conversation you'll hear:How Apate's undercover AI agents engage and frustrate scammer networksThe real-time intelligence Apate's agents extract directly from scammers working across phone, text and Whats App channels to name a fewHow scam operations are exploding with thousands of new WhatsApp groups appearing daily in many countries, andWhy Apate has perhaps one of the most unusual KPIs we've ever come across. We've all been on the receiving end of scam attempts so, if you're anything like us, you'll be very glad to hear about the innovative ways Dali and his team are setting out to protect us. Enjoy this episode with the innovative and pioneering Dali Kaafar.Useful LinksApate website Professor Dali Kaafar on LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when a feeling we assume is a universal human experience is actually shaped, defined, and even created by our specific cultural language and material conditions? Macquarie University's Future Fellow at the School of Humanities, Dr. Katie Barclay, joins host PJ Wehry to discuss the overlooked complexities of a deeply human emotion. Dr. Barclay explores the history and cultural variety of this feeling in her book, Loneliness in World History. They examine how loneliness is frequently not just an internal psychological state, but rather a reflection of our relationships with our environment, our community, and the specific language we use to make sense of our world. In this conversation they explore: How the "language trap" challenges our ability to compare emotions across cultures, and why translating words for love and loneliness requires understanding their thick cultural context. The surprising nighttime weeping rituals of the Kaluli people in Papua New Guinea, where singing about loneliness serves as a cathartic communal release of pain. Why the historical narrative of human "modernization"—moving from supposedly primitive communal selves to modern individualized subjects—carries deeply colonial and problematic assumptions. The physiological elements of isolation, including "touch hunger" and how the modern internet trend of Mukbang satiates the deep-seated desire to eat alongside a community. How physical places and material architecture—from fairy-tale forests to utopian high-rise flats and car-centric suburbs—actively teach us to feel isolated and shape our emotional experiences. The paradox of the "lonely genius," revealing how the supposedly solitary pursuit of art and creativity is fundamentally dependent on an unseen network of community support and labor. This is a conversation for anyone interested in world history, anthropology, and the humanities who wants to understand the cultural weight behind our everyday emotions and how we can navigate our increasingly isolated, digital modern age. Make sure to check out Dr. Barclay's book: Loneliness in World History

This is “Easy Croatian” – a podcast brought to you by SBS Croatian and Macquarie University. It's designed for anyone who wants to brush up on their Croatian. The stories are presented in shorter, simpler sentences and delivered at a slower pace. Before we begin, you'll hear some of the key vocabulary and expressions, along with their English translations. The transcript is available on the SBS Audio app, and both the transcript and the quiz can be found on the SBS Croatian website.

itA few years ago, 10-year-old Guy was driving along the Australian coast when he saw whales, spouting water up into the air. He was amazed. “Then my brother farted, and then I wondered if whales fart,” says Guy.Guy joined our host Eloise to put his question to Vanessa Pirotta, a wildlife scientist at Macquarie University in Australia on this episode.A podcast from The Conversation, the independent not-for-profit news organisation that brings you news and analysis straight from academic experts. Full credits available here.This season is supported by the University of Southampton in the UK, a world-leading research-intensive university with a global network of international students and campuses in Malaysia and Delhi. Are you a curious kid with a question? Pop it in an email, or record it and send us the audio to curiouskids@theconversation.com. Curious Kids: why do elephants have tusks?Curious Kids: which is smarter – a blue whale or an orca?Curious Kids: How did some animals evolve wings to fly?Curious kids: do whales fart and sneeze?

Falls Prevention After Stroke: What the Latest Research Reveals About Staying Safe and Mobile For many stroke survivors, the fear of falling is a constant companion. It’s there when you get up from the couch, when you navigate the kitchen, when you try to walk further than you did yesterday. That fear is rational, falls after a stroke are common, and their consequences can be serious. But according to Associate Professor Kate Scrivener, a stroke rehabilitation researcher at Macquarie University, that fear doesn’t have to define your recovery. In Episode 409 of the Recovery After Stroke podcast, Kate returns to the show where she first appeared in Episode 257 to discuss her HiWalk walking program and share the results of two major research projects: the published Phase II results of HiWalk, and a new systematic review focused specifically on exercise-based falls prevention after stroke. Who Is Kate Scrivener? Associate Professor Kate Scrivener leads stroke rehabilitation research at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia. Her work sits at the intersection of real-world clinical practice and rigorous research. She doesn’t just study stroke recovery, she designs and tests the programs that can change it. Kate first appeared on this podcast to talk about HiWalk, a high-dose walking intervention designed to push the limits of what long-term stroke survivors can achieve. Now, with the results published, she’s back to talk about what the data actually showed and what it means for survivors who want to reduce their fall risk. The HiWalk Results: What Happened When 47 Survivors Walked Hard HiWalk was built on a straightforward but ambitious premise: what happens if stroke survivors, who have been living with their disability for years, are given a truly high-dose walking program? Not a gentle weekly session, but 43 hours of structured walking across just three weeks. The Phase II randomized trial enrolled 47 participants and produced results worth paying attention to. Attendance was 91%. Retention was 98%. For a physically demanding trial involving chronic stroke survivors, those numbers are remarkable, and they tell their own story about what survivors are capable of when given a real opportunity. For participants who were not already in active rehabilitation at the time of the trial, walking speed improved by 0.24 metres per second, a clinically significant gain. Self-efficacy, a measure of how confident participants felt in their own ability to walk and function, also improved significantly. The overall group walking speed trend was positive but did not reach statistical significance across the full cohort, partly because HiWalk was a Phase II feasibility trial, designed to test whether the program could be delivered safely and whether participants would complete it. It was not powered to detect large group-wide effects. What it demonstrated is that this kind of high-dose program is feasible, achievable, and produces real gains for the right participants. Why Falls Prevention After Stroke Is Harder Than It Sounds Falls after stroke are not simply a balance problem. They involve fatigue, reduced sensation, spasticity, cognitive changes, and the interaction between all of those things in the unpredictable terrain of daily life. Most stroke survivors are told to be careful. Very few are given a structured, evidence-based program designed specifically to reduce their risk. Kate’s systematic review, published in Clinical Rehabilitation in 2026, searched the global literature for exercise-based trials targeting falls prevention in community-dwelling stroke survivors. Only three trials worldwide met the inclusion criteria. That number alone says something significant. Falls after stroke are widely acknowledged as a major problem. The research base for solving it is thin. Of the three trials identified, exercise trended toward reducing the rate of falls, but the effect on the total number of people who fell was less clear. The standout result came from the FAST trial, which reduced fall rates by 33%. All three qualifying trials were conducted in Australia, raising important questions about whether these findings can be replicated in different healthcare systems with different levels of access to physiotherapy and structured exercise. What This Means for Stroke Survivors Right Now Kate’s research points to two things survivors and their families can act on. First, walking intensity matters. The HiWalk results suggest that long-term survivors who have plateaued in conventional rehabilitation may have more capacity than they or their clinicians assume. High-dose, structured walking appears to produce gains that lower-intensity programs don’t reach. If you’re a survivor who has been told to keep active but hasn’t been given a specific, progressive program, that’s worth a conversation with your physiotherapist. Second, exercise for falls prevention works, but it needs to be the right kind, delivered consistently. Gentle movement is valuable. But the evidence base Kate’s review maps out points toward structured, progressive exercise as the mechanism that shifts fall rates meaningfully. The FAST trial’s 33% reduction didn’t come from telling people to be more careful. It came from changing what they were physically capable of doing. Bill’s book, The Unexpected Way That A Stroke Became The Best Thing That Happened, explores the tools and mindset shifts that underpin a recovery built on action rather than waiting. You can find it at recoveryafterstroke.com/book. The Gap Between Research and Practice One of the most important threads in this conversation is the distance between what the research supports and what most survivors actually receive. Kate’s systematic review found only three qualifying trials globally. HiWalk’s feasibility results are published, but the next step, a large-scale Phase III trial, requires funding, time, and institutional will. For survivors, that gap can feel frustrating. The science is pointing in a clear direction. The programs aren’t yet widely available. Kate’s work is part of closing that distance. Listen to the Full Conversation Episode 409 with Associate Professor Kate Scrivener is available on all major podcast platforms, search Recovery After Stroke and on the Recovery After Stroke YouTube channel. If this show has helped you on your recovery journey, you can support it financially at patreon.com/recoveryafterstroke. This blog is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult your doctor before making any changes to your health or recovery plan. The post Walking More, Falling Less – A Researcher’s Mission to Stop Stroke Survivors Hitting the Ground appeared first on Recovery After Stroke.

In Mandela's Leadership Legacy: Emotional and Existential Wisdom (Routledge, 2026) Steven Segal explores Nelson Mandela's extraordinary ability to lead through moments of existential crisis and uncertainty. Central to Mandela's leadership was his attunement to mood—the emotional and existential atmosphere through which people experience disruption. Long overlooked in leadership studies, mood shaped the way Mandela created trust, defused fear, and opened possibilities when conventional strategies failed. Mandela's wisdom was forged not only in prison but in the existential challenges he faced upon leaving the familiarity of his ancestral homeland and confronting the disorientation of city life. From this early rupture through to his imprisonment, the collapse of apartheid, and the assassination of Chris Hani, he demonstrated a rare capacity to transform existential threats into opportunities for renewal and unity. This book examines how Mandela combined strategic foresight with therapeutic sensitivity, allowing him to guide individuals and nations through disruption with ethical resolve and visionary clarity. Drawing on frameworks from Heidegger and Ubuntu it highlights Mandela's "existential practical wisdom"—the ability to embrace uncertainty, work with paradox, and foster collective transformation through attuned presence. By investigating Mandela's profound relational sensitivity, including his ability to turn estrangement and enmity into trust and collaboration, the book offers timeless lessons for navigating today's global crises. It is ideal for professionals seeking inspiration for leading in turbulent times and for students interested in leadership, philosophy, or history. Steven Segal was formerly an Associate Professor of Management at Macquarie University, Australia and is currently in private practice as a psychologist and leadership coach. He also runs professional development workshops for coaches and psychotherapists. Elena Sobrino is an anthropologist studying environmental emotions and politics. Her current writing projects focus on the Flint water crisis, and she regularly teaches undergraduate courses on environment, race and racism, crisis, and science and technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In Mandela's Leadership Legacy: Emotional and Existential Wisdom (Routledge, 2026) Steven Segal explores Nelson Mandela's extraordinary ability to lead through moments of existential crisis and uncertainty. Central to Mandela's leadership was his attunement to mood—the emotional and existential atmosphere through which people experience disruption. Long overlooked in leadership studies, mood shaped the way Mandela created trust, defused fear, and opened possibilities when conventional strategies failed. Mandela's wisdom was forged not only in prison but in the existential challenges he faced upon leaving the familiarity of his ancestral homeland and confronting the disorientation of city life. From this early rupture through to his imprisonment, the collapse of apartheid, and the assassination of Chris Hani, he demonstrated a rare capacity to transform existential threats into opportunities for renewal and unity. This book examines how Mandela combined strategic foresight with therapeutic sensitivity, allowing him to guide individuals and nations through disruption with ethical resolve and visionary clarity. Drawing on frameworks from Heidegger and Ubuntu it highlights Mandela's "existential practical wisdom"—the ability to embrace uncertainty, work with paradox, and foster collective transformation through attuned presence. By investigating Mandela's profound relational sensitivity, including his ability to turn estrangement and enmity into trust and collaboration, the book offers timeless lessons for navigating today's global crises. It is ideal for professionals seeking inspiration for leading in turbulent times and for students interested in leadership, philosophy, or history. Steven Segal was formerly an Associate Professor of Management at Macquarie University, Australia and is currently in private practice as a psychologist and leadership coach. He also runs professional development workshops for coaches and psychotherapists. Elena Sobrino is an anthropologist studying environmental emotions and politics. Her current writing projects focus on the Flint water crisis, and she regularly teaches undergraduate courses on environment, race and racism, crisis, and science and technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/critical-theory

In Mandela's Leadership Legacy: Emotional and Existential Wisdom (Routledge, 2026) Steven Segal explores Nelson Mandela's extraordinary ability to lead through moments of existential crisis and uncertainty. Central to Mandela's leadership was his attunement to mood—the emotional and existential atmosphere through which people experience disruption. Long overlooked in leadership studies, mood shaped the way Mandela created trust, defused fear, and opened possibilities when conventional strategies failed. Mandela's wisdom was forged not only in prison but in the existential challenges he faced upon leaving the familiarity of his ancestral homeland and confronting the disorientation of city life. From this early rupture through to his imprisonment, the collapse of apartheid, and the assassination of Chris Hani, he demonstrated a rare capacity to transform existential threats into opportunities for renewal and unity. This book examines how Mandela combined strategic foresight with therapeutic sensitivity, allowing him to guide individuals and nations through disruption with ethical resolve and visionary clarity. Drawing on frameworks from Heidegger and Ubuntu it highlights Mandela's "existential practical wisdom"—the ability to embrace uncertainty, work with paradox, and foster collective transformation through attuned presence. By investigating Mandela's profound relational sensitivity, including his ability to turn estrangement and enmity into trust and collaboration, the book offers timeless lessons for navigating today's global crises. It is ideal for professionals seeking inspiration for leading in turbulent times and for students interested in leadership, philosophy, or history. Steven Segal was formerly an Associate Professor of Management at Macquarie University, Australia and is currently in private practice as a psychologist and leadership coach. He also runs professional development workshops for coaches and psychotherapists. Elena Sobrino is an anthropologist studying environmental emotions and politics. Her current writing projects focus on the Flint water crisis, and she regularly teaches undergraduate courses on environment, race and racism, crisis, and science and technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-studies

In Mandela's Leadership Legacy: Emotional and Existential Wisdom (Routledge, 2026) Steven Segal explores Nelson Mandela's extraordinary ability to lead through moments of existential crisis and uncertainty. Central to Mandela's leadership was his attunement to mood—the emotional and existential atmosphere through which people experience disruption. Long overlooked in leadership studies, mood shaped the way Mandela created trust, defused fear, and opened possibilities when conventional strategies failed. Mandela's wisdom was forged not only in prison but in the existential challenges he faced upon leaving the familiarity of his ancestral homeland and confronting the disorientation of city life. From this early rupture through to his imprisonment, the collapse of apartheid, and the assassination of Chris Hani, he demonstrated a rare capacity to transform existential threats into opportunities for renewal and unity. This book examines how Mandela combined strategic foresight with therapeutic sensitivity, allowing him to guide individuals and nations through disruption with ethical resolve and visionary clarity. Drawing on frameworks from Heidegger and Ubuntu it highlights Mandela's "existential practical wisdom"—the ability to embrace uncertainty, work with paradox, and foster collective transformation through attuned presence. By investigating Mandela's profound relational sensitivity, including his ability to turn estrangement and enmity into trust and collaboration, the book offers timeless lessons for navigating today's global crises. It is ideal for professionals seeking inspiration for leading in turbulent times and for students interested in leadership, philosophy, or history. Steven Segal was formerly an Associate Professor of Management at Macquarie University, Australia and is currently in private practice as a psychologist and leadership coach. He also runs professional development workshops for coaches and psychotherapists. Elena Sobrino is an anthropologist studying environmental emotions and politics. Her current writing projects focus on the Flint water crisis, and she regularly teaches undergraduate courses on environment, race and racism, crisis, and science and technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/psychology

In Mandela's Leadership Legacy: Emotional and Existential Wisdom (Routledge, 2026) Steven Segal explores Nelson Mandela's extraordinary ability to lead through moments of existential crisis and uncertainty. Central to Mandela's leadership was his attunement to mood—the emotional and existential atmosphere through which people experience disruption. Long overlooked in leadership studies, mood shaped the way Mandela created trust, defused fear, and opened possibilities when conventional strategies failed. Mandela's wisdom was forged not only in prison but in the existential challenges he faced upon leaving the familiarity of his ancestral homeland and confronting the disorientation of city life. From this early rupture through to his imprisonment, the collapse of apartheid, and the assassination of Chris Hani, he demonstrated a rare capacity to transform existential threats into opportunities for renewal and unity. This book examines how Mandela combined strategic foresight with therapeutic sensitivity, allowing him to guide individuals and nations through disruption with ethical resolve and visionary clarity. Drawing on frameworks from Heidegger and Ubuntu it highlights Mandela's "existential practical wisdom"—the ability to embrace uncertainty, work with paradox, and foster collective transformation through attuned presence. By investigating Mandela's profound relational sensitivity, including his ability to turn estrangement and enmity into trust and collaboration, the book offers timeless lessons for navigating today's global crises. It is ideal for professionals seeking inspiration for leading in turbulent times and for students interested in leadership, philosophy, or history. Steven Segal was formerly an Associate Professor of Management at Macquarie University, Australia and is currently in private practice as a psychologist and leadership coach. He also runs professional development workshops for coaches and psychotherapists. Elena Sobrino is an anthropologist studying environmental emotions and politics. Her current writing projects focus on the Flint water crisis, and she regularly teaches undergraduate courses on environment, race and racism, crisis, and science and technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/politics-and-polemics

This is “Easy Croatian” – a podcast brought to you by SBS Croatian and Macquarie University. It's designed for anyone who wants to brush up on their Croatian. The stories are presented in shorter, simpler sentences and delivered at a slower pace. Before we begin, you'll hear some of the key vocabulary and expressions, along with their English translations. The transcript is available on the SBS Audio app, and both the transcript and the quiz can be found on the SBS Croatian website.

We are absolutely thrilled to bring you a conversation with one of Australia's most respected animal welfare advocates, Dr Jed Goodfellow, Co-Founder and Director of Policy and Government Relations at the Australian Alliance for Animals

Lucky onlookers enjoying a winter day at Phillip Island have been treated to the rare sighting of a spectacular glimpse of a pod of orcas, with marine scientist at Macquarie University, Dr Vanessa Pirotta, explaining why. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott has reacted to a newly released drill rap song, that is glorifying criminality, and is joined by Criminology lecturer at Macquarie University, Dr. Vincent Hurley, to discuss why. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

„Lagani hrvatski“ – epizoda 221. Kako prepoznati autentične aboridžinske umjetnine i suvenire This is “Easy Croatian” – a podcast brought to you by SBS Croatian and Macquarie University. It's designed for anyone who wants to brush up on their Croatian. The stories are presented in shorter, simpler sentences and delivered at a slower pace.

This is “Easy Croatian” – a podcast brought to you by SBS Croatian and Macquarie University. It's designed for anyone who wants to brush up on their Croatian. The stories are presented in shorter, simpler sentences and delivered at a slower pace. Before we begin, you'll hear some of the key vocabulary and expressions, along with their English translations. The transcript is available on the SBS Audio app, and both the transcript and the quiz can be found on the SBS Croatian website.

Kylie Moore-Gilbert was imprisoned in Iran for more than years, accused of being a spy. Five years after her release, the research fellow in security studies at Macquarie University is calling on the Australian government to change its strategy towards hostages. Today, Moore-Gilbert speaks about how the era of "quiet diplomacy" is – in some hostage cases –over.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kylie Moore-Gilbert was imprisoned in Iran for more than years, accused of being a spy. Five years after her release, the research fellow in security studies at Macquarie University is calling on the Australian government to change its strategy towards hostages. Today, Moore-Gilbert speaks about how the era of "quiet diplomacy" is – in some hostage cases –over.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is “Easy Croatian” – a podcast brought to you by SBS Croatian and Macquarie University. It's designed for anyone who wants to brush up on their Croatian. The stories are presented in shorter, simpler sentences and delivered at a slower pace. Before we begin, you'll hear some of the key vocabulary and expressions, along with their English translations. The transcript is available on the SBS Audio app, and both the transcript and the quiz can be found on the SBS Croatian website.

Nine hours a day. That’s how long Aussie teens are spending on recreational screens. But what does this mean for their development—and should parents panic? In this confronting but practical conversation, Dr Justin Coulson is joined by Dr Brad Marshall, clinical psychologist and researcher, to unpack Australia’s biggest study to date on screen overuse and gaming disorder in kids. Together, they explore what the data shows, what it means for families, and what you should (and shouldn’t!) do if screen use has taken over your home. KEY POINTS New research shows 9 hours/day of screen time for high schoolers and 6 for primary kids—just for fun, not school. Around 5% of kids show signs of clinical or subclinical gaming disorder. 10% show signs of smartphone addiction. Significant developmental impacts were found across emotional, behavioural, educational, and physical domains. These issues start in primary school, not just during adolescence. It's not about banning screens but about helping parents set and enforce realistic, healthy limits. QUOTE OF THE EPISODE "If your child is in a sleep deficit because they’re on screens at night, that snowballs into everything else." – Dr Brad Marshall RESOURCES MENTIONED The new Macquarie University study on screen overuse Brad’s Developmental Impact Questionnaire Happy Families podcast archive Brad Marshall’s organisation: Control Shift ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS Don’t attack the tech. Avoid saying things like “that game is rotting your brain.” It shuts down connection. Don’t allow screens in bedrooms at night. Sleep loss is a key trigger for wider issues. Don’t argue in the heat of the moment. Have the “screen talk” when everyone’s calm. Get curious about impacts. Use tools like the Developmental Impact Questionnaire to understand your child’s experience. Pick your battles. Focus on habits and boundaries, not just hours. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is „Easy Croatian“ – a podcast brought to you by SBS Croatian and the Croatian Studies Centre at Macquarie University. “Easy Croatian” is intended for those who want to brush up on their Croatian. Before we move on to the feature, you will hear some of the more complex vocabulary and expressions, followed by their English translations. The transcript, as well as a short quiz, can be found below.

Los cuatro astronautas de la misión Artemis ll están camino a la Tierra tras completar con éxito un sobrevuelo lunar. Conversamos con el astrofísico Ángel López Sánchez de Macquarie University sobre los pormenores de esta reciente misión de la NASA que considera "una buena noticia que nos mantiene unidos" porque rompe las fronteras de la humanidad.

Thursday Headlines: Ceasefire in doubt as Israel pounds Lebanon and Iran halts oil tankers Fuel price drops unlikely to hit your tank in a hurry AI tool that spots heart failure risk five years before it develops Activist group infiltrates Coles You could own a Queensland town for $400K Further listening from headlines: Your supermarket is spying on youThe controversial ICE tech at our door Deep Dive: Israel says its invasion of Lebanon is about security and pushing Hezbollah away from its northern border. But on the ground, more than a million people have been displaced, infrastructure is being torn apart, and tensions inside the country are rising fast. With villages flattened, others cut off, and communities turning on each other, fears are growing of a prolonged Israeli occupation and the risk the conflict could tip Lebanon into something it hasn’t seen since the 1970s – a civil war. In this episode of The Briefing, Chris Spyrou speaks with Middle East and counter-terrorism expert Dr Mariam Farida from Macquarie University about Israel’s long-term strategy in Lebanon, whether it can ‘dismantle’ Hezbollah and why the risk of a broader crisis is rising. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dezi Freeman was shot dead by Victorian police early Monday morning. He’d been on the run for almost seven months after shooting and killing two police officers outside the regional Victorian town of Porepunkah in August last year. Police are now trying to determine if he was helped by anyone else. Freeman considered himself to be a sovereign citizen, so he believed Australian laws didn’t apply to him. How did he survive for so long on the run, how did he evade police for all that time, and what can we learn from the investigation now underway? In this episode of The Briefing Natarsha Belling is joined by Macquarie University’s Dr Vincent Hurley, one of Australia leading policing and criminological academics… Headlines: RBA scraps card surcharges in big win for consumers Jackie O sues ARN Media Iran says there have been no negotiations with US + Further Attacks Celine Dion to return to live performing Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before everything could come up roses, there had to be a primordial flower – the mother, and father, of all flowers. Now scientists are on the hunt for it. The eFlower project aims to explain the sudden appearance of flowering plants in the fossil record, what Darwin called an “abominable mystery.” Meanwhile, ancient flowers encased in amber or preserved in tar are providing clues about how ecosystems might respond to changing climates. And, although it was honed by evolution for billions of years, can we make photosynthesis more efficient and help forestall a global food crisis? Guests: Eva-Maria Sadowski - Post doctoral paleobotanist at the Museum für Naturkunde, Berlin Regan Dunn - Paleobotanist and assistant Curator at the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum Royal Krieger - Rosarian and volunteer at the Morcom Rose Garden, Oakland, California Ruby Stephens - Plant ecology PhD candidate at Macquarie University in Australia, and member of the eFlower Project Stephen Long - Professor of Plant Science, University of Illinois Descripción en español Originally aired March 13, 2023 Featuring music by Dewey Dellay and Jun Miyake You can get early access to ad-free versions of every episode by joining us on Patreon. Thanks for your support! Big Picture Science is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to inquire about advertising on Big Picture Science. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Producer's note: In case the title has stirred up some strong emotions, women account for 75-80% of this genre. Professor Catharine Lumby is an Australian academic, author and journalist, and is currently Chair of the Department of Media and Communications at the University of Sydney. Before transitioning to academia, Lumby had an extensive career in journalism, working as a feature writer and columnist for The Sydney Morning Herald, a news reporter for the ABC, and a columnist and senior writer at The Bulletin. She obtained her PhD from Macquarie University, after completing an Arts/Law degree at the University of Sydney, and went on to become the foundation Chair of the Media and Communications Department at the University of Sydney. Her academic career has included senior roles at UNSW, where she was the foundation Director of the Journalism and Media Research Centre, and at Macquarie University as Professor of Media, before returning to the University of Sydney as Professor of Media Studies. With research interests spanning gender, sexuality and popular culture, Lumby is also a widely published author and media commentator on gender and media, which makes her insights into the intersection of media consumption and social behaviors particularly impactful. Key Takeaways: The true crime genre has historical roots in 16th-century Britain and has evolved from public ballads to podcasts. Women's consumption of true crime is often linked to a desire for empowerment and understanding in a world with prevalent gendered violence. Fictional detectives use empirical reasoning as a counterpart to be analysed alongside faith-focused narratives in crime. The host's discussion touches upon legal responses to crime and human fascination with extreme acts, pushing listeners to consider moral and spiritual reflections. Empathy is highlighted as critical to understanding the broader implications of true crime stories, beyond mere voyeurism. Notable Quotes: "True crime is an opportunity to really perhaps understand things from the victim's point of view, the survivor's point of view..." - Professor Catharine Lumby "The Bible is a realistic book and it doesn't shy away from…difficult things." - Megan Powell du Toit "At its deepest, realising that none of us are that far…from what we might see as monstrous." - Professor Catharine Lumby "Empathy, for me, is the highest quality." - Professor Catharine Lumby "The cross itself is a kind of true crime. It's a realistic display of evil and ultimate redemption." - Michael Jensen Resources: Helen Garner's Works: Noted for her insightful writing on justice and human behavior. Truman Capote's "In Cold Blood": A seminal true crime book mentioned during the discussion. Teacher's Pet Podcast: Explored as a notable example of true crime media in Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When she was just 18 years old, Debbie Haski-Leventhal escaped the entrenched lies and brainwashing of a dangerous cult. Originally based in Tel Aviv, Israel, Debbie became involved in the Kabbalah Centre after her mother, vulnerable after the loss of her ten-year-old son, looked to the charismatic institution for comfort. As the power and influence of the Kabbalah Centre grew, so did its control over Debbie's life. She shares the backstory of this mystic religion, how it expanded to the United States, and, most importantly, how she escaped its clutches. Today, Debbie is a professor at Macquarie University and the author of Make it Meaningful: How to Find Purpose in Life and Work. She inspires others to be a force for good as she exposes the darkness of the Kabbalah Centre and celebrates the beauty of her now found freedom. TAKEAWAYS Modern Kabbalah, as it is known in mainstream circles, stems from ancient mystery philosophies ‘Rabbi' Philip Berg - and the Berg family - is responsible for bringing Kabbalah to the United States Until the Bergs streamlined Kabbalah, it was a ‘secret' religion only accessible to men The Bergs' version of Kabbalah is a cult, designed to control others and enrich themselves

Dr. Chris Muller is Senior Lecturer, Department of Media, Communications, Creative Arts, Language and Literature at Macquarie University.Book link: https://www.upress.umn.edu/9781517912659/the-obsolescence-of-the-human/Other book link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Prometheanism-Technology-Critical-Perspectives-Politics/dp/1783482389“Apocalypse Blindness”, Climate Trauma and the Politics of Future oriented Affect (Anders and Cormac McCarthy's The Road): https://www.tandfonline.com/eprint/SXZQBDNCNMRRZFXYZT6P/full?target=10.1080/0969725X.2023.2233808 (50 free downloads)“Utopia Inverted" Intro to Special Journal Issue, Anders Technology and the Social: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/0725513619865638Prometheanism: https://rowman.com/ISBN/9781783482382/Prometheanism-Technology-Digital-Culture-and-Human-Obsolescence (PDF easily downloadable online)Anders & Nuclear Criticism: https://aeon.co/essays/gunther-anders-a-forgotten-prophet-for-the-21st-centuryAnders Podcast Real is not Real Enough: https://www.goethe.de/ins/au/en/kul/lok/gap.html---  Become part of the Hermitix community:  Hermitix Twitter - https://twitter.com/Hermitixpodcast Support Hermitix:  Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hermitix Donations: - https://www.paypal.me/hermitixpod Hermitix Merchandise - http://teespring.com/stores/hermitix-2 Bitcoin Donation Address: 3LAGEKBXEuE2pgc4oubExGTWtrKPuXDDLK  Ethereum Donation Address: 0x31e2a4a31B8563B8d238eC086daE9B75a00D9E74

There's something fishy going on in the Czech Republic, where CrowdScience listener Ian lives. He keeps tropical fish, and he's noticed that when he adds new ones to his tank, they swim with others of the same breed. He wants to know how they recognise each other. Do they know what they look like, and recognise others that look the same, or is there something else going on?Presenter Anand Jagatia takes a deep breath and dives into the science. At the Blue Reef Aquarium in Portsmouth, Dr Lauren Nadler from the University of Southampton introduces us to some Blue Green Chromis fish to look for clues about how and why they form their large social groups. And we explore the smelly world of fish olfaction with Professor Culum Brown from Macquarie University in Sydney Australia. The mirror test is a classic way of trying to understand whether an animal can recognise itself or not. Professor Alex Jordan from the Max Plank institute in Konstanz, Germany explains how scientists place a visible mark on an animal, show it a mirror, and if the animal tries to rub it off, it suggests that the animal knows it's seeing itself. A variety of apes, elephants and dolphins have passed with flying colours, but has a fish been able to take on the test? And are there really self-aware shoals drifting through our oceans? Presenter: Anand Jagatia Producer: Emily Bird Editor: Ben Motley(Photo:Familiarity of the two fish. Portrait of a Hemichromis lifalili. Macro- Credit: kozorog via Getty Images)

Hostage negotiation isn't at all like what you see in Hollywood blockbusters. There is no lying, no promise-making, not even any names. Vince Hurley has only one task—trying to make a deep, human connection with a complete stranger.Content Warning: this episode of Conversations contains strong language and descriptions of violent crime.Vince Hurley is a criminologist at Macquarie University and a passionate advocate for ending violence against women. He brings nearly three decades of policing experience to the job.For 29 years, Vince was an operational police officer in the outer suburbs of Sydney, investigating domestic homicides, assaults, home invasions and drug trafficking.In that time, Vince was shot at, stabbed in the hand, and pushed off a building.But his most challenging work was the shifts he pulled as a hostage negotiator.Vince worked for 12 hours at a time, trying to literally talk people off the ledge, or to stop them from committing some sort of disastrous violent act.Hostage negotiation isn't at all like what you see in the cinema.There is no lying, no promises, not even any names.All Vince has to go on is trying to make a human connection with someone without knowing anything about them. This episode of Conversations was produced by Meggie Morris. Executive Producer is Nicola Harrison.It explores policing, police work, violent crimes, police culture, violence against women, domestic violence, femicide, Lindt siege, hostage negotiation, suicidal ideation, terrorism, murder, retiring, academic, universities, Macquarie University, late career change, Western Sydney, educating teen boys, hidden violence, child abuse, cops, police officer.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

What if spirits had been trying to reach you your entire life?"I saw things no one else could see. I talked to them, too. At first, I thought it was normal—until I realized no one else could hear them."For as long as she can remember, Jackie Kenner has lived between two worlds. In Parked By the Exit, this psychic medium lifts the veil, sharing firsthand encounters with Spirit, multidimensional beings, and the unseen forces that shaped her path.What began as whispers and visions in childhood led to the awakening of her mediumship abilities, the discovery of soul memories, and undeniable proof that reality is far more expansive than most people realize.But awakening comes at a cost. What happens when you know things others don't? When the world tells you to doubt yourself? When your gifts challenge everything you've been taught about life and death?With raw honesty and an unfiltered, direct style, Kenner explores the family disapproval, societal skepticism, and personal struggles that come with embracing a calling most refuse to understand.This is more than a memoir—it's a mirror for those awakening to their own intuitive abilities. If you've ever wondered whether your visions, dreams, or gut feelings mean something more, this book is for you.Inside, you'll explore:Firsthand accounts of spirit communication, ghosts, and multidimensional encountersThe truth about mediumship—what it really feels like to open up to SpiritThe emotional and social cost of psychic awakening—and why it's worth itPast lives, spirit guides, soul memories, and what they reveal about the afterlifeFor readers of:Dr. Michael Newton, Robert Monroe, Dolores Cannon, Theresa Caputo, Tyler Henry, Suzanne Giesemann, Laura Lynne Jackson, Sonia Choquette, Brian Weiss, and anyone fascinated by mediumship, the afterlife, reincarnation, spiritual awakening, and the unseen world.BioJackie Kenner is an established Psychic Medium and Spiritual Business Consultant in Dallas. Before her current endeavors, Kenner pursued graduate studies at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia. Her professional journey led her to New York City, where she spent over a decade serving in management consulting and operational capacities within the technology startup sphere.With a wealth of experience, Kenner has guided numerous authors to successful publication, specializing in esoteric and spiritually-driven subjects. Her debut solo publication, Parked by the Exit, chronicles her transformative path to Psychic Mediumship. Kenner's literary contributions have been translated into multiple languages, including German, French, and Spanish. Additionally, she is recognized as an Amazon Bestselling co-author of Project Starmaker, a compelling narrative exploring the realms between lives and the shadowy underpinnings of dark budget government programs.https://jackiekenner.com/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXJ6KDCH https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/ourparanormalafterlifeMy book 'Verified Near Death Experiences' https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXKRGDFP Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What if spirits had been trying to reach you your entire life?"I saw things no one else could see. I talked to them, too. At first, I thought it was normal—until I realized no one else could hear them."For as long as she can remember, Jackie Kenner has lived between two worlds. In Parked By the Exit, this psychic medium lifts the veil, sharing firsthand encounters with Spirit, multidimensional beings, and the unseen forces that shaped her path.What began as whispers and visions in childhood led to the awakening of her mediumship abilities, the discovery of soul memories, and undeniable proof that reality is far more expansive than most people realize.But awakening comes at a cost. What happens when you know things others don't? When the world tells you to doubt yourself? When your gifts challenge everything you've been taught about life and death?With raw honesty and an unfiltered, direct style, Kenner explores the family disapproval, societal skepticism, and personal struggles that come with embracing a calling most refuse to understand.This is more than a memoir—it's a mirror for those awakening to their own intuitive abilities. If you've ever wondered whether your visions, dreams, or gut feelings mean something more, this book is for you.Inside, you'll explore:Firsthand accounts of spirit communication, ghosts, and multidimensional encountersThe truth about mediumship—what it really feels like to open up to SpiritThe emotional and social cost of psychic awakening—and why it's worth itPast lives, spirit guides, soul memories, and what they reveal about the afterlifeFor readers of:Dr. Michael Newton, Robert Monroe, Dolores Cannon, Theresa Caputo, Tyler Henry, Suzanne Giesemann, Laura Lynne Jackson, Sonia Choquette, Brian Weiss, and anyone fascinated by mediumship, the afterlife, reincarnation, spiritual awakening, and the unseen world.BioJackie Kenner is an established Psychic Medium and Spiritual Business Consultant in Dallas. Before her current endeavors, Kenner pursued graduate studies at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia. Her professional journey led her to New York City, where she spent over a decade serving in management consulting and operational capacities within the technology startup sphere.With a wealth of experience, Kenner has guided numerous authors to successful publication, specializing in esoteric and spiritually-driven subjects. Her debut solo publication, Parked by the Exit, chronicles her transformative path to Psychic Mediumship. Kenner's literary contributions have been translated into multiple languages, including German, French, and Spanish. Additionally, she is recognized as an Amazon Bestselling co-author of Project Starmaker, a compelling narrative exploring the realms between lives and the shadowy underpinnings of dark budget government programs.https://jackiekenner.com/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXJ6KDCH https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/ourparanormalafterlifeMy book 'Verified Near Death Experiences' https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXKRGDFP Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.