Cool Beans Pod

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Cool Beans Pod, hosted by Gary Moss, is a conversational podcast exploring lifestyle, local business, technology, and current events through the stories of people doing genuinely cool things. From entrepreneurs and creatives to expats, travellers, and innovators across industries, each episode dives into real conversations about work, life, and the world we’re living in right now. We chat about personal journeys, business wins and failures, emerging tech (including AI), global perspectives, and what it’s really like building a life across borders. Whether it’s a local success story, an international adventure, or an unexpected insight from an interesting guest, Cool Beans Pod delivers relaxed, thought-provoking conversations with a global twist. Tune in for smart, curious chats that make life, business, and culture feel a little more cool beans ☕🌍

  1. 1일 전

    Cool Beans Pod Episode #30 - Prof. Alexandre Quintanilha

    🎙️ Cool Beans Pod — Episode Spotlight Professor Alexandre Quintanilha In this episode of Cool Beans, Gary chats with Professor Alexandre Quintanilha — one of Portugal’s most respected scientists and thinkers — about curiosity, education, risk, and how ideas travel from classrooms into real life. Alexandre began his academic journey studying Theoretical Physics at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, before completing a PhD in Physics in Europe. He later moved into biophysics and molecular biology, spending almost 20 years at UC Berkeley and the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in the United States. 🇿🇦➡️🇺🇸➡️🇵🇹 Returning to Porto, he helped shape modern Portuguese science by founding and leading major research institutions, including the Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (IBMC), and playing a key role in creating i3S, now the country’s largest health‑science research centre. 🧬 His work focuses on oxidative stress, ageing, and how humans understand risk, and he is the author and co‑author of several scientific books and more than 100 peer‑reviewed papers. Alongside research, he has always been passionate about education, the public understanding of science, and ethical decision‑making. Alexandre is currently Professor Emeritus at the University of Porto and remains actively involved with i3S, science policy, and public debate. Grab a coffee — this one’s proper cool beans. ☕🫘

    1시간 19분
  2. 4월 7일

    Cool Beans Pod Episode #26 - Bernardo Pinho do Aguiar

    🎙️ Podcast Episode: Driving the Green Transition with Bernardo Pinho do Aguiar In this episode, we’re joined by Bernardo Aguiar, Senior Asset Manager at EDP Renewables, who brings over two decades of experience in the energy sector. Drawing on his background in electrotechnical engineering and an MBA in management, Bernardo offers a thoughtful perspective on the evolution of clean energy and the pivotal role EDP has played in driving the green transition. 🌍 We explore the history of EDP Renewables, tracing its journey from a national energy player to a global leader in renewable power, with operations spanning multiple international markets. Bernardo shares insights into how the company manages large-scale assets, maintains strong stakeholder relationships, and aligns its operations with ambitious sustainability goals. 💨 The conversation also delves into the realities of wind energy—how wind farms are developed, operated, and optimised—and the challenges and opportunities that come with scaling renewable infrastructure worldwide. 🎓 Education​ MBA, Management – University of Porto Business School• Electrotechnical Engineering – Instituto Superior Técnico 💼 Experience​ Senior Asset Manager at EDP Renewables (2016 – Present)• Over 20 years of experience in the energy sector 🔗 LinkedIn Profile👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernardo-aguiar This episode offers a clear and engaging look at how one of the industry’s key players is helping shape a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

    1시간 28분
  3. Cool Beans Pod Episode #23 - Mark Hooley

    3월 17일

    Cool Beans Pod Episode #23 - Mark Hooley

    🎙️ Podcast Guest: Mark Hooley Mark Hooley is an international educator, education leader, and Founder of GOER - Global Online Education Regulator, a global initiative dedicated to raising standards, trust, and accountability in online learning. 🌍 In this episode, Mark explores what it means to be a true teacher — someone who leads with empathy, curiosity, and a genuine passion for students. Drawing from years of experience in international education and online learning, he shares why empathetic leadership and student-centred teaching are essential for the future of education. 🍎 🚀 About GOER GOER was founded to bring clear standards, independent oversight, and quality assurance to the rapidly expanding world of online education. Through accreditation, evaluation, and professional development frameworks, GOER works to ensure that digital learning environments are ethical, transparent, and effective for learners worldwide. 🔎 What GOER focuses on: 📚 Accreditation frameworks for online schools and tutoring platforms 🛡️ Learner protection, safeguarding, and ethical practice 🌐 Global standards for high-quality digital education 📈 Continuous improvement and professional development for educators 🔗 Learn more: https://www.goer-onlineeducationregulator.org https://www.linkedin.com/company/goer-global-online-education-regulator https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hooley-cgeog-128439195/ 💡 A conversation about education, leadership, and the teachers who shape lives through empathy and passion.

    1시간 1분

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Cool Beans Pod, hosted by Gary Moss, is a conversational podcast exploring lifestyle, local business, technology, and current events through the stories of people doing genuinely cool things. From entrepreneurs and creatives to expats, travellers, and innovators across industries, each episode dives into real conversations about work, life, and the world we’re living in right now. We chat about personal journeys, business wins and failures, emerging tech (including AI), global perspectives, and what it’s really like building a life across borders. Whether it’s a local success story, an international adventure, or an unexpected insight from an interesting guest, Cool Beans Pod delivers relaxed, thought-provoking conversations with a global twist. Tune in for smart, curious chats that make life, business, and culture feel a little more cool beans ☕🌍

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