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The Inspiring Computing podcast is where computing meets the real world. This podcast aims to trigger your curiosity by talking to proficient and advanced users of MATLAB, Python, Julia who use these tools to deepen their understanding of the world, simulate, explore trade-offs and gain insights that help companies add more value. In addition to proficient users we will also talk with the product marketing, toolbox authors, package developers and library maintainers to see what drives the de ...
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Coveted Motive

Gareth Thomas

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Achieve the outcome you want through perseverance, self-reliance, and bridges. Join me as I share my journey and those of others who have there fair share of hardships and encouragement to share.
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In conversation with a CEO

Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

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Get a glimpse behind the scenes of a large NHS mental health trust as the Chief Executive of Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust shines the light on important mental and physical health topics. 'In conversation with a CEO' sees Chris Oliver take the mic to interview some very important people - the hardworking teams of nurses, clinicians and colleagues looking after our communities here in Lancashire and South Cumbria.
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"History Rage" is a weekly podcast that invites renowned historians to passionately debunk the most pervasive myths and misconceptions about major historical events and figures. Each episode features a historian "raging" about a historical "fact" they wish everyone would just stop believing. From the Victorian era's obsession with sex to the strategies behind Blitzkrieg in World War II, the podcast delves into the real stories behind the legends. With a focus on topics all history from Roman ...
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Q+A is a monthly podcast from Ireland’s longest running LGBT+ magazine, GCN (Gay Community News) in which we get together with the queers and allies who grace our pages, from celebrities to activists, politicians to performers, and everyone in between.
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Thought-provoking videos about life and being human, with ideas from business leaders, psychologists and researchers speaking onstage at the TED conference, TEDx events and partner events around the world. You can also download these and many other videos free on TED.com, with an interactive English transcript and subtitles in up to 80 languages. TED is a nonprofit devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading.
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Like Bible study for D&D fanatics, historian Ben Riggs, academic Scott Bruner, and the occasional special guest, take a look at the inspirations, reflections, and meaning behind some of the most important TTRPG texts of all time.
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Des vidéos qui font réfléchir sur la vie et ce que c'est qu'être humain de la part de leaders économiques, psychologues et chercheurs aux conférences TED, TEDx et autres événements affiliés dans le monde. Vous pouvez aussi télécharger gratuitement ces vidéos et bien d'autres sur TED.com, avec une transcription interactive en anglais, ainsi que des sous-titres dans près de 80 langues. TED est une association à but non lucratif dévouée aux Idées à Partager.
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Icke Land

Thomas Robertson

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Come on a journey through the world of British conspiracy theorist David Icke, a self confessed ”tireless campaigner for truth”. Icke Land is an amusing investigation of the (frustrating) work of Icke, his message, and why it’s so worrisome. Have courage as we step into the alternate universe Icke lives and works in.
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Conversations with My Mind is here to create a space for curious, inclusive and sometimes anxious minds where we can think critically, learn together and grow our empathy towards each other. Together with local and international guests the podcast host Ance Vanaga explores various topics linked to mental health, inclusion & diversity and personal growth.
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How to be Good

Gareth & Anca

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Fossil fuels, intensive farming, deforestation, waste disposal, overconsumption, pollution, the 6th mass extinction, climate change is all on everyone’s mind. But what can we do? How do we make a difference? What do we have to change now? The How to Be Good podcast asks these questions. Join Gareth and Anca as we speak to specialists, scientists, activists, providers and more, and ask what we can do in our everyday lives to make a difference and debunk many of the myths and misinformation.
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Gareth Rhys Owen, Rob Hayles and Simon Brotherton bring you a daily podcast from the 2019 Tour de France, as Geraint Thomas defends the title he won last year for Team Ineos (then Team Sky). Follow the team @5liveSport, via the BBC Sport website, and use the hashtag #BBCycling to get in touch.
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Gareth, Fletcher and Kathryn talk about the Manawanui sinking, the upcoming CHOGM meeting and NZ First's annual conference.Also, the Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's bilateral meeting with India's leader Narendra Modi, which has resulted in an official invite to New Delhi but little indication of progress toward a promised free trade deal.…
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**EXPLICIT LANGUAGE WARNING** Join us as we uncover the fascinating and complex life of Catherine Howard, the fifth wife of Henry VIII, who has often been unfairly defined by her relationships with men. Gareth Russell challenges the conventional narratives that paint Catherine as either a "rambunctious strumpet" or a perpetual victim, advocating fo…
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In this episode of inspiring computing, Max shares, how he created Callr.ai an AI caller agent called Julia, and how Julia can be integrated into phone agents, transforming people's businesses, around a practical use case of AI. Not only does Julia schedule appointments and potentially replace that first line of phone calls but could be also integr…
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Gollum getting Sam those rabbits seems out of character somehow... Could there be something more behind it? I run a podcast, so I got Tolkien scholar John Rateliff and The One Ring game writer Gareth Hanrahan on the show to discuss! Buy The History of the Hobbit by John Rateliff here! As I write this, it is 50% off on Amazon! Sign up to be notified…
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Ever wondered if history got it wrong? In this episode of History Rage, host Paul Bavill dives into the treacherous waters of Tudor politics with the brilliant historian and author Lauren Mackay. Known for her works "Inside the Tudor Court" and "The Wolf Hall Companion," Lauren is here to clear the name of one of history's most misunderstood figure…
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Political commentators Sue Moroney and Brigitte Morten join Kathryn with to discuss the major political events of the last week, including the sinking of the HMNZS Manawanui, the government's list of fast track projects, and questions surrounding the independent advice Casey Costello received on heated tobacco products.…
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Welcome to Series 14 of History Rage! A massive thank you to everyone who has supported us on this journey—your encouragement means the world. Here's a sneak peek at the fiery topics we'll be tackling over the next ten weeks. Get ready to challenge everything you thought you knew about history. Upcoming Rages: Debunking the myth that Thomas Boleyn …
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In this episode, I have a wonderful conversation with Ralf Gommers, a director of Quansight Labs, and he's a key contributor to NumPy. He shares his journey of how he started working on and contributing to several open source projects. But more importantly, the journey that he took inside NumPy. NumPy is a project that most scientific computing pro…
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It's digression all the way down on this one folks! Are you looking for the juiciest of juice and the hottest of tea? Well, Ben has released his Gen Con 2024 seminar, "The Battle for the Soul of D&D," which is the culmination of dozens of hours of interviews with former Wizards of the Coast employees, and may be a sort of rough draft of his next bo…
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Kathryn, Dale and Brigitte talk about some of the coalition agreements that are in effect and also the challenges of three party decision making. And reaction to the government’s revised guidance on working from home, with Public Service Minister Nicola Willis saying it’s not an entitlement.Door RNZ
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**EXPLICIT LANGUAGE WARNING** In this fiery episode of History Rage, host Paul Bavill is joined by Dr. Adam Prime, a historian and trustee of the Western Front Association, who is here to dismantle the myth that the Indian Army's role in World War I is forgotten or was limited to the Western Front. Prime brings a passionate and informed perspective…
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My vision about nursing and how care should be delivered should always be focused to what the patient needs’ As part of East and South East Asian Heritage Month, Oliver Soriano shares his inspiring career journey, from training as a nurse in the Philippines to becoming Chief Nurse at LSCft. Oliver also discusses his approach to nursing and his visi…
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In this episode, we explore the journey of Juan Luis an aerospace engineer turned data scientist who now works at QuantumBlack, part of McKinsey. Starting with a background in aerospace engineering, he transitioned from using proprietary software like Mathematica to open-source tools, ultimately becoming an influential figure in the Python communit…
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In this enthralling episode of History Rage, host Paul Bavill is joined by Rachel Cockerell, author of "Melting Pot: Family, Memory, and the Search for a Promised Land," to dissect a forgotten chapter of Jewish American history. Together, they unravel the journey of Russian Jews who, instead of heading to the crowded streets of New York, were rerou…
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Neale, Liam and Kathryn discuss a range of law and order issues, including gang patch legislation, violent crime data and the adding of more police officers to community patrol teams.Also the latest GDP figure and what’s happening in the transport portfolio.Neale Jones was Chief of Staff to Labour Leader Jacinda Ardern, and prior to that was Chief …
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Welcome back, ragers, to day five of the Gloucester History Festival! Today, host Paul Bavill is joined by historian, author, and former war reporter Damian Lewis for a riveting discussion about the often misunderstood world of prisoner of war escapes, particularly those involving the SAS and special forces. Damian, known for his extensive work on …
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Welcome back ragers, to another electrifying episode of History Rage, live from the Gloucester History Festival! Today, host Paul Bavill is joined by medieval historian and host of the "Going Medieval" podcast, Matt Lewis. Prepare for an eye-opening discussion as Matt dismantles the long-held myths surrounding the Peasants' Revolt of 1381. Rethinki…
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Welcome back, ragers, to day four of the Gloucester History Festival! Today, host Paul Bavill is joined by author and historian Clare Mulley for a riveting discussion about the often-overlooked Polish resistance during World War II. Clare, known for her work on women in the resistance, delves into the remarkable life of Elzbieta Zawacka, the subjec…
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A reading of the spell Cure Blindness leads to the King James Bible, and a discussion of the most-controversial of D&D topics: the contributions of Gygax vs. Arneson in the creation of D&D. Are you looking for the juiciest of juice and the hottest of tea? Well, Ben has released his Gen Con 2024 seminar, "The Battle for the Soul of D&D," which is th…
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Welcome back, Ragers, to a special live edition of History Rage from the Gloucester History Festival! Today, host Paul Bavill sits down with medievalist crusader historian, Steve Tibble, to rage against the mountains of misinformation surrounding the Templars. Discover the true, extraordinary story of the Templars and why the wild conspiracy theori…
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**EXPLICIT LANGUAGE WARNING** Strap in, Ragers, as we set sail to the tumultuous seas of Viking misconceptions with host Paul Bavill and special guest, Alex Harvey, a postgrad and PhD candidate from York University and author of "Forgotten Vikings: New Approaches to the Viking Age." Prepare for a historical onslaught as they dismantle the stereotyp…
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Welcome to a special live edition of History Rage, recorded on-site at the Gloucester History Festival! For our opening episode, we are thrilled to be joined by the festival president, medieval historian, and self-proclaimed goth, Professor Janina Ramirez. Dive into a compelling discussion about the festival's growth, the diverse line-up of speaker…
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Join us for an electrifying episode of History Rage, where we dive into the untold tales of bravery and moral dilemmas from World War II with renowned historian Dr. Helen Fry. Broadcasting live with an audience for the first time, we explore the extraordinary life of Colin Anson, a German-Jewish refugee who became an X Troop commando for Britain. D…
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In support of World Suicide Prevention Day, Chris is joined by Dr Raphael Ogbolu, the Trust's suicide prevention lead to talk about the role we all play in suicide prevention. In the episode, Raphael offers advice and guidance for talking to people about suicide, where you or someone you know can access help and also support for those who have been…
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Was Gygax a great game designer? Or was he merely in the right place at the right time to connect and publish world-shaking ideas? We discuss, along with the implications of "Continual Light" from that 1st Ed DMG. Soon, we'll be releasing another of Ben's Gen Con seminars to Patrons. If you want that juicy historical goodness, join our Patreon here…
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Strike up the orchestra and prepare for a crescendo of myth-busting as Dr. Kristin Franseen takes the stage on History Rage. With a passion for the melodious tales of classical music's past, Kristin unravels the tangled web of gossip and anecdote surrounding the legendary figures of Mozart and Salieri. This episode conducts a symphony of truth, deb…
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In this erudite and thoughtful episode, world-renowned anthropologist Dr. Thomas Malaby joins Scott & Ben to discuss the practice and history of the tabletop role-playing game. Fascinated by the ideas of Dr. Malaby? Get more of him on September 9th, when he teaches an online class at the Royal Anthropological Institute entitled, "Legitimacy through…
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Prepare your taste buds for a sumptuous feast of historical truths as we slice through the rotten myths of medieval cuisine! In this flavourful episode of History Rage, host Paul Bavill is joined by the seasoned historian and host of the Delicious Legacy podcast, Thom Ntinas. Together, they carve up the persistent and pungent belief that medieval E…
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Unleash the untold tales of labour and legacy in this fiery episode of History Rage, as we journey into the heart of medieval womanhood with the formidable scholar and podcast co-host, Eleanor Janega. With her razor-sharp wit and boundless knowledge, Eleanor dismantles the myth of the idle medieval woman, confined to motherhood and marriage, and re…
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Does D&D succeed in translating the mythology of the vampire to the gaming table? Is the ritual of the tabletop role-playing game a rehearsal and practice for our own deaths? Today, we ponder these and other questions in our continuing discussion of combat as war vs. combat as sport with Harvard's own, Dr. Christopher Robichaud! Pick up the Robicha…
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In this episode of In Conversation with CEO, Chris talks to Farzana Kauser, Head of Strategic Resourcing about the opportunities available to those who have just received their GCSE and A-Level results. In this podcast, we also hear from a range of guest speakers about their experiences of joining the NHS and the paths they took. Find out more abou…
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In this incendiary episode of History Rage, we're tearing down the meek image of Quakers and revealing their tumultuous origins with social historian Dr. Erica Canela. Buckle up as we explore the fiery zeal that fueled the early Quaker movement, a far cry from the pacifist reputation they hold today. The Quaker Conundrum: - Dr. Canela passionately …
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This conversation goes places I'd never imagined it going. Today, we discuss 1E vampires, whether combat is war or sport, Satanists at Harvard, and zombie pandemics with Dr. Christopher Robichaud, the senior lecturer in ethics and public policy at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. Dr. Robichaud's TED talk is here. My interview with the Hick…
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Dive deep into the sweltering heat and relentless terrain of the Burmese jungle with this explosive episode of History Rage. Host Paul Bavill welcomes the fiercely passionate Jack Bowsher, historian and author of "Forgotten Armour," to blast through the misconceptions of the Burma Campaign during World War II. The Jungle Myth Debunked: - Jack ignit…
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