Joining Brian and myself in our studio we are delighted to have Dr Catriona Jenkinson join us. Catriona is one of our fantastic internal medicine residents here at the RVC. Cat gave a talk to the hospital on erythrocytosis and thought that it would have interest to a wider audience, not a common condition, though how often can you prescribe a course of leeches? We hope that you enjoy.Links to some relevant

Summary:In this episode, I explore the question many homeowners face: should you pay off your mortgage early? It’s tempting to be mortgage-free, but I look at both the pros and cons before jumping in.On the pro side, paying it off brings freedom from monthly payments, saves thousands in interest, builds equity, and gives you emotional peace of mind. That feeling of truly owning your home can’t be underestimated.But there are cons too. You could miss out on higher returns by investing your money

Contributor(s): Professor Kristin Andrews, Dr Leonie Bossert, Jane Lawton, Dr Jeff Sebo | Learn more about the Jeremy Coller Centre for Animal Sentience, a new LSE initiative committed to making sure technological change works for - rather than against - the interests of other species.Would you trust a device that claimed to translate your dog or cat's emotions into English? Would you be OK with completely automated, human-free farming? What if you had a driverless car that was indifferent to

Summary:In 2025, I know that having a good credit score is more important than ever—it opens doors to better interest rates, higher credit limits, rental approvals, and even job opportunities. In this episode, I break down what actually counts as a “good” score: 670 to 739 is solid, 740 to 799 is very good, and 800+ is excellent. But lenders may accept lower scores depending on the product and economic conditions.✅ Things to Do:1. Pay your bills on time – Payment history makes up 35% of your score,

Alexa Romano, DVM, graduated from St. George's University in 2020, and completed clinical rotations at Louisiana State University. Her undergraduate degree was done at The University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!). Outside of work, she spends her time with her husband, Carmine, two dogs - Asher and Lucy, and her cat - Ellie. In the summer she can be found jet skiing or relaxing on the beach. In the fall she watches a whole lot of football. Her and her husband love to travel, eat at new restaurants, and

🎙️ Episode 13: Haunted Universities: Dorm Room DreadThis week, Sarah goes solo in the haunted studio to explore the eerie side of higher education. From ghostly encounters in ivy-covered halls to dorm rooms that never quite let go, we’re diving into the legends that linger long after graduation. Plus, with Brooke out, Sarah takes on the horror movie forecast for 2026—despite being a self-proclaimed scaredy-cat. Expect haunted campuses, cinematic screams, and a few surprises from Reddit’s

Classroom Assessment Techniques (CATs) engage learners at lower levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy. In this podcast, Dr. Andrew Richards and Mr. Zachary Hall discuss how they developed a CAT known as the Five-Minute Peer Writing Activity to promote engagement at a higher level among students in the classroom setting. Read more about this innovative, interprofessional strategy in their article in Nurse Educator.

Send us a text Season 3 is here! In this episode of AI for Kids, Amber kicks things off with the letter W in our ABCs of AI series. W is for Weights — but not the kind you lift at the gym. In AI, weights are like little dials that tell a computer which clues matter most when it’s learning. Pointy ears? Higher weight for “cat.” Fluffy tail? Could be “dog.” These weights help AI make decisions in games, apps, and even the tools adults use at work. But here’s the twist: if the weights are wrong ...

Send us a text In this compelling episode, Dr. Kayla Ellefsen—Deputy Chief Toxicologist at the Travis County Medical Examiner’s Office in Austin, Texas, United States-offers a rare look into the science of forensic toxicology and its critical role in death investigations. She dismantles Hollywood myths about quick test results and flashy labs, revealing the meticulous process toxicologists follow to identify substances in postmortem samples and determine their role in a person's death. The co...

Send us a text Standing firm in your convictions doesn't have to come with expectations or emotional baggage. This enlightening conversation reveals the power of authenticity in both personal beliefs and relationships. When we react from a place of anger or revenge, we create outcomes vastly different than when we act from alignment with our higher selves. The key distinction? Processing your emotions before taking action. Snap decisions rarely serve our highest good, while thoughtful respon...

In this episode of the 'Research Culture Uncovered' podcast, Emma Spary, now the Associate Director for Researcher Development and Research Culture at the University of Leeds, hosts a reflective conversation with Professor Cat Davies. As Cat steps down from her groundbreaking role as Dean for Research Culture at Leeds, they discuss her achievements, challenges and contributions over the past four years.They explore the challenges in shaping research culture, the inception of the role, the strategic

People often refer to themselves as cat person or dog person, as well as meaning that they prefer this animal to the other, it implies that they identify with certain characteristics associated with their preferred pet, dogs are loyal, cats are smart, dogs can be trained to help people, cats cannot and so on. The social psychologist Samuel D Gosling of the University of Texas studied the personality traits of so-called “dog people” and “cat people”. He found that cat people tend to score higher on

Part 3 of my experience in an emotionally abusive relationship. A deeper dive into my emotional abuse story and the smaller "weird" things that happened daily which made me question my sanity. How it's hard to recognise these types of dynamics and why other people don't seem to speak up. Learn from real situations like: Cheese on toastThe cat storyRunning away in CannesHis friend "John"I also explain why it's so hard to realise what's going on around you because there's always good time...

As soon as you recognize the only two necessary steps, you won’t need to turn back. Your Higher Self, soul’s calling, bliss, etc. is asking for you to align with its intentions. This is your mission while you’re here. Make it count! (This episode has a little cat interruption which is ironic the timing of […]The post How to Play Out Your Higher Self first appeared on Tabitha Stitt, The Self-Help Psychic.

Summary:In today’s episode, I unpack the age-old question: Real Estate vs. Stocks—Which is the better investment in 2025? Real estate has long been the “American dream,” but this year, higher interest rates, limited inventory, and saturated short-term rentals make it trickier. Solid financing and smart projections are key.On the flip side, stocks are more accessible than ever. The S&P 500 is bouncing back, AI and green energy stocks are hot (but volatile), and index funds and ETFs remain strong

Join Dr. Mya Richardson-Echols, Cat Novakovich, Venessa Peart, and Drew Nicklaus in a timely and important conversation. As we seek innovative ways to support marginalized students on campus, we must find ways to support the practitioner-educators who provide that frontline work. Listen in to how this team developed a protocol for SACSA support of these practitioners at the recent Future of Students Affairs Summit (FOSAS).

In epiosde 77 we talk to Cat Irving who is a human remains conservator at Surgeon's Hall, Edinburgh. After her postgraduate training in museum studies at Leicester, she became a licensed anatomist and has previously conserved the skeletal remains of the notorious nineteenth century serial killer William Burke, for display at National Museums of Scotland’s exhibition Anatomy: A Matter of Death and Life. Cat regularly gives talks on anatomy and medical history for places such as National Museums of

What makes a college logo not only inspire but last? How do you engage your campus community around it? And how do you know it’s time for a change? In this episode of the Campus Spirit series, we explore how logos evolve from simple sketches into lasting symbols of pride and identity. A great college logo doesn’t just look good across multiple platforms, it sparks emotion, reflects culture, and stands up to decades of student experiences and institutional change. Agency Marketing Director Cat...

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Today's Zed News covers critical issues in Zambia, including the strain on higher education infrastructure, China's health aid amid US funding cuts, and the UPND's political mobilization efforts. The episode also touches on successes in youth sports and disturbing developments in a high-profile murder case, highlighting the need for systemic reform and stronger protections for public officials and vulnerable individuals. Today's edition is presented in English (South Africa) and consists of 17