Fascinate Pod

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Fascinate Pod Podcast

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

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

    14/12/2019

    Jemima Parry-Jones - The vulture crisis & worldwide bird conservation

    Jemima Parry-Jones MBE is a conservationist, author, raptor breeder, lecturer, consultant and is the Director of the International Centre for Birds of Prey. Today she discusses her life, influences and her views on conservation of birds of prey. Specifically her involvement in helping with the vulture crisis: https://www.icbp.org/icbp-vulture-conservation/ Find the International Centre for Birds of Prey on twitter here: @ICBPNewent and find me @FascinatePod A Fascinate Productions podcast

    1h 6m
  2. Alice Bell - On climate change. What can we do?

    11/04/2019

    Alice Bell - On climate change. What can we do?

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

    1h 17m
  3. Mark Purvis - Mixed Ability Sport. Changing the world one tackle at a time!

    04/04/2019

    Mark Purvis - Mixed Ability Sport. Changing the world one tackle at a time!

    Mark, or 'Doc' to his friends, is an avid cold water swimmer. He worked as a GP for 35 years, and is currently a director at IMAS (International Mixed Ability Sport). The charity are breaking down barriers for people to participate in mainstream sport.  He challenges us to examine how we view people with disabilities and check ourselves when putting others into a box.  IMAS Manifesto - http://www.mixedabilitysports.org/mixed-ability-manifesto/ Anthony boxing - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DDwXfX6SRts IMAS YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBzZAHUBcqiU26v_fVPokAw  Thanks for the music Laura! @laurajamesmusic Laura James' YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/loraspaperheart - A Fascinate Productions podcast

    1h 12m
  4. Ryan MacDonald - Earth, Mars, then beyond. How do we know whats out there?

    28/03/2019

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

    Ryan is a theoretical astrophysicist based at the Institute of Astronomy in Cambridge. His work involves examining the atmospheres of distant planets with the ultimate goal of finding signs of life. Obsessed with space exploration since he was a child, Ryan followed his dream of going to mars by enrolling in the Mars One mission selection process. He’s in the final 100 applicants. Ryan is an avid scientific communicator, regularly giving talks, appearing on the radio & TV and also runs a successful YouTube channel Martian Colonist You can find him on twitter @MartianColonist or visit his website https://distantworlds.space/ A Fascinate Productions podcast

    1h 48m
  5. John Fowler - Up close and personal with the mountain gorillas of Rwanda. Would you keep your cool?

    21/03/2019

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

    Author of A FOREST IN THE CLOUDS: MY YEAR AMONG THE MOUNTAIN GORILLAS IN THE REMOTE ENCLAVE OF DIAN FOSSEY John has some incredible stories from his time in Rwanda. From being charged by a silverback to cuddles with an orphan gorilla, John’s time at Karisoke research centre was an eventful one! We also discuss his life once he left Africa, his work, his successful career as an artist and how he became the master storyteller he is today. You can find his book on amazon or his website: https://jdfowler7.wixsite.com/forest-in-the-clouds Twitter: @JohnDFowler  A Fascinate Productions podcast

    1h 27m
  6. Claire Lyons - Protect the planet on a budget. What changes can we all make for a better world?

    14/03/2019

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

    Claire is the matriarch of the frugal family. Built on the 4 pillars; People, Planet, Pocket & Parenting, she's bursting with ideas and recommendations on how to live a greener, cleaner life without the hefty price tag you may think comes along with it.  Learn all about the work she does on her website and blog: www.thefrugalfamily.co.uk Or keep up to date on twitter  @thefrugalfamily A Fascinate Productions podcast

    1h 47m
  7. David Badcock - Drug policy reform. What does the evidence say?

    28/02/2019

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

    CEO of Drug Science, The Independent Scientific Committee on Drugs, discusses the effect our current drug policy is having and why it needs to be changed to a policy backed by evidence.  Useful links: Drug Science - http://www.drugscience.org.uk/ Clark French - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J61tDSa76ao&t=18s Prof. David Nutt - https://twitter.com/ProfDavidNutt  A Framework for a regulated market for cannabis in the UK- https://www.tdpf.org.uk/sites/default/files/A_framework_for_a_regulated_market_for_cannabis_in_the_UK.pdf A Fascinate Productions podcast

    1h 17m
  8. Dr Flàvia Belham - Applying learning to life. How can we all learn more effectively?

    04/01/2019

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

    Dr Belham now applies her neuroscience expertise to improve social mobility through education. She works for the social enterprise Seneca Learning offering a free platform to schools, teachers and students enabling them to learn and study in a more effective way. She speaks about revision and learning techniques, how age effects learning, brain care and much more.  https://www.senecalearning.com/  To get in touch, Email her at Flavia@seneca.io @FlaviaBelhamPhD @SenecaLearn A Fascinate Productions podcast

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

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  • Creator
    Fascinate Productions
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2019
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright 2023 Fascinate Productions
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