SimCast

Tony Jermy & Lawrence Hill
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Welcome to SimCast. The higher education simulation podcast. Hosted by Tony Jermy and Lawrence Hill Also available as a video podcast on YouTube

  1. 6D AGO

    Cleared for take off... The SPL revolution - With Lynsey McLeish

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

    47 min

  2. APR 15

    The launch of a new sim journal - With Sophie Gardner and Aby Mitchell

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

    29 min

  3. APR 1

    When simulation goes wrong...

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

    37 min

  4. MAR 18

    Designing AI Scenarios for Virtual Placements - With Aby Mitchell and Benham Jafari

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

    52 min

  5. MAR 4

    Simulation authoring in focus - Exploring iRIS - With Phil Purver and Alex Clark

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

    55 min

  6. FEB 18

    The Rise of the Simulation Technician Movement - With Craig Dores

    In this episode of SimCast Tony and Lawrence are joined by Craig Dores, NHS Simulation Technician, former British Army Combat Medic, host of the SimTech Podcast and founder of the National Simulation Technician Awards, Craig shares how a gap in the simulation podcast landscape led him to create a platform dedicated to the technician voice. The conversation explores professional identity, the evolving role of simulation technicians, the growth of a national community, and why “just the tech” is a phrase that needs retiring. If you are involved in healthcare simulation, higher education, NHS workforce development, or technical simulation support, this episode offers insight into one of the most important and often under-recognised roles in our field. Links 🔗 The SimTech Podcast - Hosted by Craig Dores https://open.spotify.com/show/5URzrrB1udHmjyroSDWIrk?si=e84132ff9e364d66 Nominations form for the National Simulation Technician Awards (closes end of April 2026) https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=slTDN7CF9UeyIge0jXdO41-Rc9rlzghGs2SKWvYkKHZUNlYyRDdTSlJZWUY5RTZNNlIzS1I3WExOTi4u&route=shorturl National Simulaiton Technician Symposium 2026 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6lBhic--G9cnXGWxckF4wuOJpHi-S5WM58TC9F-s-gHJJEg/viewform?pli=1 #SimCast #Simulation #Podcast #HigherEducation #clinicalsimulation  Chapters 00:00 – Welcome and guest introduction03:00 – Why Craig created the SimTech Podcast07:00 – The evolving identity of the simulation technician12:00 – Diverse backgrounds and what makes a great SimTech16:20 – National Simulation Technician Awards explained21:00 – The SimTech Symposium and building community26:00 – Podcasting, vulnerability and imposter syndrome32:00 – Advice for starting a podcast35:00 – Professionalisation, banding and future direction39:00 – “Just the tech” and recognition of invisible work45:00 – Final reflections and how to get involved

    47 min

  7. FEB 4

    Working Smarter, Not Harder: Using AI as Simulation Faculty

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

    18 min

  8. JAN 21

    Neurodiversity in Simulation - With Jo Sullivan and Kelly Steele

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

    52 min
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Welcome to SimCast. The higher education simulation podcast. Hosted by Tony Jermy and Lawrence Hill Also available as a video podcast on YouTube

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  • Creator
    Tony Jermy & Lawrence Hill
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    74
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 University of East Anglia
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    SimCast

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