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Body TalkCommunication Lessons from a Film ProducerHave you ever wondered what it’s like to navigate the fast-paced world of film production? In this episode of the Body Talk Podcast, Alina chats with Chevonne O’Shaughnessy, a film producer and co-founder of American Cinema International, to explore her fascinating career in the industry.Chevonne shares how an unexpected turn in her life led her into the film world, starting from scratch and learning the ropes as she went. From building strong relationships to mastering negotiation skills, she explains the communication strategies crucial to her success, especially when standing her ground with intimidating agents or f...2025-02-0329 min
KIPRIME PodcastThe importance of feedback and reflection in medical education – an interview with Professor Diantha SoemantriDiantha Soemantri is a Professor and Vice Director of medical education at the Indonesian Medical Education and Research Institute (IMERI), Faculty of Medicine Universitas Indonesia, where she graduated as a medical doctor in 2005. She acquired the Master of Medical Education title from the University of Dundee in 2007 and PhD in the same field from the University of Melbourne in 2013. She is now the head of the Master in Medical Education Program at Universitas Indonesia and is also responsible for the multi- and interprofessional education of the Health Sciences Cluster. In this episode of the KIMPRIME pod...2024-05-1918 minKIPRIME PodcastTransforming feedback and promoting inclusion in education - an interview with Dr Joanna TaiDr Joanna Tai is a Senior Research Fellow at the Centre for Research in Assessment and Digital Learning (CRADLE) at Deakin University in Victoria, Australia.She is also a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and an active member of several professional associations, including the Australian and New Zealand Association for Health Professions Education, the Higher Education Research and Development Society of Australasia, and the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction.Joanna's research spans several key areas of interest. Her work on feedback for learning explores how students engage with and contribute...2024-04-2714 minKIPRIME PodcastFrom learning environments to learning in environments – an interview with Per J. PalmgrenPer J. Palmgren is an associate professor in medical education and assistant senior lecturer at the Department of Learning, Informatics, Management, and Ethics (LIME) at KI. He has been the director of doctoral studies at LIME since 2022. Per works predominantly with higher education and pedagogy for doctoral and faculty development courses, and he also works partly as a pedagogical advisor and senior lecturer in higher education at the Scandinavian College of Naprapathic Manual Medicine.Per’s primary line of research focuses on the environment in which students learn, and teachers work, but his approach has changed over th...2024-04-1422 minKIPRIME PodcastThe importance of standardised patients units to maintain patient safety - an interview with Professor Mandana ShiraziMandana Shirazi is a Professor of Medical Sciences at Tehran University (TUMS) and an Affiliated Professor at Karolinska Institute. She started her medical career with a BSc and MSc in midwifery from TUMS and subsequently began working as a faculty member of Midwifery at TUMS. After five years, she started working at the Educational Development Center (EDC) and was later promoted to the position of Executive Manager of the Continuous Medical Education Office.Mandana then came to KI to study for her PhD, where her thesis focused on the diagnosis and treatment of depression by general practitioners. 2024-04-0115 minKIPRIME PodcastFrom clinical reasoning to faculty development and sociocultural factors in medical education – an interview with Ardi FindyartiniArdi Findyartini is a medical doctor and a Professor in Medical Education, from the Faculty of Medicine Universitas Indonesia, Jakarta. She is currently the Head of Medical Education Unit and the Chair of Medical Education Cluster of Indonesia Medical Education and Research Institute (IMERI) Faculty of Medicine Universitas Indonesia. She is also the current chair of ASPIRE excellence in faculty development panel, an initiative of AMEE international organisation in medical education towards excellence in different areas, as well as being a member of the faculty development committee in AMEE. Ardi has a wide interest in research in m...2024-03-1725 minKIPRIME Podcast21 years of improving medical education – an interview with Söeren HuwendiekSöeren Huwendiek graduated from medical school at Heidelberg University in Germany, where he worked for 10 years as a physician and as a medical educator. He gained a Master of Medical Education degree from Bern University and a PhD in Health Professions Education from Maastricht University. Since 2012, he has been the head of the Department of Assessment and Evaluation of the Institute of Medical Education (IML) in Switzerland. Recently, he was promoted to Associate Professor for Medical Education.He supervises PhD, MD (Dr. med.) and Master of Medical Education theses and is a member of several editorial b...2024-03-0318 minKIPRIME PodcastWhy research is the critical component for providing practical solutions to real-world problems – an interview with Satid ThammasitboonSatid Thammasitboon is Associate Professor in Pediatrics, division of Critical Care Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas where he serves in various academic positions promoting research and scholarship across the continuum of medical education. He’s also Director of Centre for Research Innovation and Scholarship in Health Professions Education.Satid grew up and went to medical school in southern Thailand and came to the USA for residency, fellowship, and an advanced degree in medical education.His scholarship philosophy centers on the conviction that medical education research is socially constructed and context-specific: namely that sc...2024-02-1818 minKIPRIME PodcastUsing arts and humanities to innovate pedagogy - an interview with Professor Gabrielle FinnGabrielle Finn is Associate Vice President for Teaching, Learning, and Students at the University of Manchester, where she was previously Professor of Medical Education and Vice Dean for Teaching, Learning and Students in the Faculty of Biology, Medicine, and Health.She has a track record in establishing undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. In an earlier role, Gabrielle was the founding Director of the Health Professions Education Unit (HPEU) and Chair of the Postgraduate Board at the Hull York Medical School (HYMS), where she worked extensively on widening access and curriculum development, including the implementation of Longitudinal Integrated Clerkships...2024-02-0423 minBody TalkThe Traitors - what can we learn about communication from the hit BBC series?The BBC series The Traitors is the ultimate murder/mystery game which has gripped audiences not just here in the UK but around the world.The show follows a group of strangers who are brought together to compete in a series of challenges. But what they don't know is that some of them have been chosen as traitors by the producers, and their task is to deceive and sabotage the others without getting caught. The remaining contestants must work together to uncover the traitors and eliminate them from the game, ultimately hoping to win up to £120,000.2024-01-2352 minKIPRIME PodcastBreaking down assumptions in how we look at clinical reasoning – an interview with Dr Sandra MonteiroDr Sandra Monteiro is a scientist in the McMaster University, faculty of health sciences program for education, research, innovation, and theory (known as MERIT). She has a faculty appointment in the faculty of health sciences, Department of Medicine, Division of Education and Innovation and a second appointment to the Centre for Simulation Based Learning as the Director of Simulation Scholarship.The foundation of her training is in cognitive psychology, and she is known internationally for her research program on clinical reasoning and her expertise in measurement principles and competency-based assessment. At McMaster University, she teaches a...2024-01-1920 minKIPRIME PodcastUnderstanding and improving clinical learning - approaching medical education research from problematic elements. An interview with Anders SondénAnders Sondén trained and is still active as a surgeon in Stockholm, yet for many years, he has devoted most of his time to medical education, being a clinical teacher, director of studies in undergraduate and postgraduate education, researcher, and educational leader. He is interested in the whole spectrum of medical education, with his prime focus in clinical sciences, especially workplace-based education, and he is dedicated to the understanding and improvement of uni and interprofessional workplace-based learning. Consequently, he’s been involved in several projects within medical education, from the course level, creating new learning activities, to t...2024-01-0415 minKIPRIME PodcastAddressing power dynamics and hierarchy in clinical training environments - an interview with Veena SingaramVeena Singaram is Associate Professor in HPE and has recently been appointed as the Head of the Inaugural Health Professions Education (HPE) Unit at the College of Health Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.She began her academic journey as an anatomy lecturer and then transitioned into the field of medical education. This path eventually led her to complete a PhD in Health Professions Education from Maastricht University. In 2022 she received the Distinguished Educator Award from the Southern African Association of Health Professions Educationalists.Her current research focuses on utilising digital tools to create a...2023-12-1525 minKIPRIME PodcastThe Impact of Validity Research on Innovative Assessments - An Interview with Yoon Soo ParkYoon Soo Park is an Educational Data Scientist and currently serves as Department Head and Professor in the Department of Medical Education at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He trained at Columbia University, where he earned an MS in Applied Statistics and PhD in Measurement, Evaluation, and Statistics. He began his career in the testing and assessment industry, working as an educational and operational statistician. In this episode of the KIPRIME podcast, Yoon Soo talks to Alina Jenkins about his transition to working in the field of medical education research and his two key a...2023-11-1517 minKIPRIME PodcastThe Impacts of Globalisation on Medical Education – An Interview with Professor Ahmed RashidAhmed Rashid is Professor of Medical Education at University College London, where he is Vice Dean for the UCL Faculty of Medical Sciences, and he leads the UCL Centre for International Medical Education Collaborations (CIMEC). Ahmed is also involved as a chief examiner for the General Medical Council PLAB exam that international doctors must sit to practice in the UK. On top of all that, he’s a part-time NHS doctor at a busy surgery in St Albans, Hertfordshire. His research in medical education is inspired by the international collaboration projects he leads and examines the...2023-11-0414 minKIPRIME PodcastHow to support training and practice for resilient teaming in healthcare – an interview with Dr Sayra ChristanchoDr. Sayra Cristancho is an Associate Professor in the Department of Surgery and a Scientist at the Centre for Education Research & Innovation (CERI) at Western University, London, Ontario, Canada. She received her PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of British Columbia. Sayra’s research program investigates how action teams navigate and respond to disruptive events. Her research program aims to show how best to support training and practice for resilient teaming in healthcare. To this end, she developed a unique research approach that cross-pollinates qualitative research, sociobiology, and engineering principles with insights from various industries, including hea...2023-10-1821 minKIPRIME PodcastSpanning the Lifespan of the Health Professional - An Interview with 2022 KIPRIME Winner Professor Kevin EvaProfessor Kevin Eva is Associate Director and Senior Scientist in the Centre for Health Education Scholarship and Professor and Director of Educational Research and Scholarship in the Department of Medicine at the University of British Columbia. He is also Editor-in-Chief of the journal Medical Education. Kevin’s research is diverse. It has impacted medical school admissions by introducing multiple mini-interviews as a rigorous process to select trainees based on their interpersonal skills. His work has also advanced the understanding of clinical reasoning, guided improvements in experts’ ratings of student performance, and fundamentally altered how the field thinks about...2023-10-1221 minBody TalkResilience, storytelling and creative peacebuildingIn this episode of the Body Talk podcast, we're talking about resilience, storytelling, and creative peacebuilding with a remarkable guest.Honey Al Sayed founded Honey&, a leading agency focused on human development and the visionary behind MAP – Media and Arts for Peace.Honey presented "Good Morning Syria" for seven years, captivating over 7 million listeners. But her path hasn't always been smooth. Displaced by war multiple times, Honey's journey is marked by resilience, determination, and commitment to improving the world.In 2012, Honey relocated to the United States, where she became a sought-after speaker at ac...2023-09-1544 minBody TalkWorking Through Conflict and Difficult ConversationsDo you ever feel tense and anxious when an important or difficult conversation arises? Do you then find it hard to express your thoughts and feelings? If this sounds familiar, Talib Fisher’s insights on working through conflict can help you understand how to approach disagreements and conflict at work and in your personal life. Talib is a therapist specialising in relational and trauma resolutions. In this episode of the Body Talk podcast, he shares his experiences of integrating understandings from Eastern and Western philosophies to help us find areas of opportunity in the way we communicate, our...2023-08-1142 minBody TalkSpeak With Confidence: Strategies from a Voice ExpertThis episode of the Body Talk podcast is all about the power of your voice and how it can make or break your message. We've all experienced those moments when someone walks into a room and effortlessly captures everyone's attention with their voice. But how do they do it? And why do some people struggle to get their message across, even if they're saying all the right things?To answer these questions, Alina spoke to voice expert Emmanuella Grace. Emmanuella has a background in performance and psychology and is a coach, speaker, and facilitator in the mental...2023-05-0236 minKIPRIME PodcastSocial, relational, and cultural influences on learning to promote student success – an interview with Professor Rola AjjawiRola Ajjawi is Professor of Educational Research at the Centre for Research in Assessment and Digital Learning (CRADLE) at Deakin University, Australia. She has a Bachelor's Honours Degree in Physiotherapy and worked as a physiotherapist and clinical educator before moving into academia full-time with the completion of her PhD in 2007. Since then, she has led a program of research centred on work-integrated learning with an interest in inclusion, assessment, and feedback in the workplace. Rola is Deputy Editor of the journal Medical Education, on the editorial board of Teaching in Higher Education and is lead editor of a...2023-05-0127 minKIPRIME PodcastA unique approach to cultural contextualisation - an interview with Professor Samar Abdelazim AhmedProfessor Samar Abdelazim Ahmed is Vice-Dean for Education at Dubai Medical School for Girls, having previously been full professor in forensic medicine at Ain Shams University, Cairo. She is the Founding Director of the FAIMER Fellowship in Health Professions Education ASU-MENA-FRI and the associate editor for Medical Education in the Frontiers. Samar has extensive experience in quality assurance and evaluation in medical education, including strategic planning and implementation and the development and implementation of educational initiatives. She has worked to develop an organisational culture and a community of practice in the Middle East and North Africa. 2023-04-1722 minKIPRIME PodcastImproving the clinical reasoning process – an interview with Dr Laura ZwaanDr Laura Zwaan, PhD is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Medical Education Research Rotterdam (iMERR) of the Erasmus MC. She has a cognitive psychology and epidemiology background and obtained a PhD from the VU University Medical Center in Amsterdam. Dr Zwaan is an active member of the Society to Improve Diagnosis in Medicine (SIDM). She initiated the European Diagnostic Error in Medicine conferences and served as the chair of their research committee (2015- 2017). For her efforts to improve diagnostic quality and safety, she was awarded the Mark L. Graber Award in 2021. Dr Zwaan is f...2023-03-3012 minKIPRIME PodcastUnderstanding and Improving Workplace Learning – An Interview with Dr. Bridget O’BrienBridget O’Brien, PhD, is a Professor of Medicine and an education scientist in the Center for Faculty Educators at the University of California, San Francisco. As co-director of the Teaching Scholars Program and the UCSF-University of Utrecht Health Professions Education doctoral program, she teaches and mentors faculty and learners interested in education research and scholarship. At the San Francisco VA, she directs the Advanced Fellowship in Health Professions Education Evaluation and Research. In 2015 she was selected as one of five national Macy Faculty Scholars supported by the Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation. She is also a deputy edi...2023-03-1616 min
For the love of weatherVictoria Beckham, the weather and philately - meet Alina JenkinsFun fact: Alina went to college with Victoria Beckham and lived with her for a year when she was 16.And if that didn’t grab your attention Alina was an actress and dancer. She went on to become an award-winning presenter and broadcaster working extensively across radio and television for over twenty years. You may have seen Alina on Countryfile, the Six and Ten O’clock News, as well as Radio 4.Alina currently works for a company called BodyTalk as a presentation and communication skills coach. She offers a brilliant insight into the power of comb...2023-03-1549 minBody TalkLift your Impact with Richard NewmanHere’s a special episode in our podcast series where the founder of Body Talk and this podcast series, Richard Newman, chats to Alina about his new book – Lift Your Impact!Richard has been running his own LIFT podcast alongside this series for well over a year and, at the same time, has been working on the book to support it. LIFT is all about getting yourself in a great place so you can lift yourself and others. The book is aimed at people from all walks of life who want to live a more purp...2023-03-1341 minKIPRIME PodcastFrom dentistry to pedagogical research – an interview with Nikolaos ChristidisNikolaos worked as a dentist for seven years before becoming a senior consultant in orofacial pain in 2011. That year he was awarded nationally and internationally for his research on mechanisms and factors associated with human orofacial pain.In 2017 he became an associate professor and senior lecturer at the Karolinska Institutet. He was elected Vice president for the Neuroscience group in IADR (2022-2024) and recently became Programme Director for the Study programme in Dentistry. Alongside his research in orofacial pain, he focuses on pedagogical research, specifically investigating how learning is shaped within different national and international m...2023-03-0115 minKIPRIME PodcastThe difficulties of coaching doctors and why feedback can often go wrong – an interview with Christopher John WatlingChris Watling is a medical education researcher at Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry in London, Canada. Trained as a neurologist, he embarked on a mid-career journey of graduate work and professional development to create the foundation for a program of research and scholarship in education. As a researcher, Chris studies why doctors are difficult to coach, why feedback frequently misses the mark, and why professional culture so often undermines the best-laid curriculum plans. In this episode of the KIPRIME podcast, Chris talks more about these areas of research and about his favourite professional act...2023-02-1720 minKIPRIME PodcastAn alternative approach to tackling issues of validity – an interview with Professor Christina St OngeChristina St-Onge is professor in the Department of Medicine at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Université de Sherbrooke, Quebec. She completed her PhD at Université Laval in Measurement and Assessment in 2007 and she did her post-doctorate fellowship at the Medical Council of Canada. Since 2008, Christina has been a scientist at the CPSS – Centre for Health Sciences Education. Her research program stems from a psychometric perspective; wanting to quantify measurement error and distinguish it from the ‘true score’ but has evolved to draw outside the traditional psychometric lines when tackling issues of validity. She combines her expert...2023-02-0422 minKIPRIME PodcastThe impact of culture on professionalism in health professions - an interview with Professor Madawa ChandratilakeProfessor Madawa Chandratilake is a Professor Of Medical Education, the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka. He has published 29 research articles in journals, six book chapters, and more than 40 conference papers contributed as author/co-author and he has completed six funded research projects as a member of a team. In his program of research, he is attempting to understand the impact of culture on professionalism in health professions. The differences in the importance placed by different ‘groups’ on various aspects of professionalism can be attributed not only to culture but also to dif...2023-01-1916 minKIPRIME PodcastFailure in health professions education & scholarship and finding your voice as a medical education researcher – an interview with Dr Lara VarpioDr. Lara Varpio completed her PhD in 2007 at the University of Waterloo, Canada in collaboration with the Wilson Centre for Research in Education at the University of Toronto, Canada. Her award-winning PhD research investigated the impact of Electronic Health Records on medical trainee socialization. She spent the first 6 years of her career with the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa, Canada, and the Academy for Innovation in Medical Education. Then in 2013, Dr. Varpio moved to Washington DC, USA to work with the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences where she was a founding member o...2023-01-0522 minKIPRIME PodcastLearning Anatomy: Understanding anatomical structures presented as 3D visualizations – an interview with Anna PetterssonAnna Pettersson is Assistant Professor and Programme Director at Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm. She received her Ph.D. in physiotherapy in 2005 and her MSc in medical education in 2013. Anna has extensive experience in educational development and pedagogical leadership as a member of the board of education and is a member of the Pedagogical Academy at the Karolinska Institutet. Her research interest lies within learning, educational research, and quality with a particular interest in professional development, reflective practice, and life-long learning. Anna hopes to gain a better understanding of how to facilitate students’ capacity for reflective pract...2022-12-1517 minBody TalkHow To Nail Your Next Interview or Salary NegotationIs 2023 the year you look to gain a promotion or find a new role? Perhaps you've been putting off that discussion about a salary increase. All of these situations require you to be at the top of your communication game because we all know interviews and salary negotiations can be a little uncomfortable and sometimes intimidating. Someone who has a wealth of insight into these areas is Don Gatewood.Don has led several non-profit initiatives in Detroit and Washington DC over the last 23 years. He’s led large teams, program operations, strategic planning, accounting, communications, com...2022-12-1238 minBody TalkThe Definition of HappinessDavid Meltzer is a legendary sports executive, entrepreneur, and investor. David co-founded Sports 1 Marketing and formerly served as CEO of the renowned Leigh (“Lee”) Steinberg Sports & Entertainment agency, which was the inspiration for the movie Jerry Maguire. David has been recognized by Variety Magazine as their Sports Humanitarian of the Year and awarded the Ellis Island Medal of Honor. He is also the Executive Producer of the Apple TV series 2 Minute Drill and Office Hours.His life’s mission is to empower OVER 1 BILLION people to be happy! As part of that mission, for the past 20...2022-12-0925 minKIPRIME PodcastPredicting educational outcomes from individual differences – an interview with Professor Paul TiffinProfessor Paul Tiffin is Professor of Health Services and Workforce Research at the University of York and Hull York Medical School and an Honorary Consultant Adolescent Psychiatrist. Paul is a quantitative methodologist who seeks to measure personal characteristics and abilities in order to make predictions about future performance and behaviours. His academic work is focused on eliciting and measuring psychological phenomena (psychometrics) and linking these to outcomes. These include future educational performance and interpersonal behaviours. For example, how likely is it, if a particular person is accepted into medical school, that they will exhibit unprofessional behaviour as a...2022-12-0121 minKIPRIME PodcastUnderstanding how health professionals in training learn to self-regulate – an interview with Professor Anique de BruinAnique de Bruin is Professor of Self-regulation in Higher Education and Vice-director of the School of Health Professions Education at Maastricht University. Her research centres around questions of metacognitive and self-regulatory processes in learning. She is particularly fascinated by how subjective learning experiences shape self-regulation of learning, and how effective instructional design and strategy training can support self-regulation. She recently developed a novel research line related to how learners monitor and regulate their learning effort, to understand and support how they learn to persist when things get rough, and how they take breaks to replete. In this e...2022-11-1720 minBody TalkLeadership - Help Your Team and Yourself ThriveIn this episode of the Body Talk podcast, we’re talking about leadership and ways that you can flourish in a senior role and inspire your team.For anyone who is on the leadership path or has been on that journey, we know it’s tough. There are constant hurdles to overcome, not least from the pressures we put on ourselves.Susan Brady is the Deloitte Ellen Gabriel Chair for Women and Leadership at Simmons University in Boston and the first Chief Executive Officer of The Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership.The Inst...2022-11-0734 minKIPRIME PodcastHow utilising assessment big data can optimize future programmes for learners, teachers, and clinical care – an interview with Dr Mahan KulasegaramDr Kulamakan (Mahan) Kulasegaram is a Scientist at the Wilson Centre and Temerty Faculty of Medicine, where is the Temerty Chair in Learner Assessment and Program Evaluation. Additionally, he is an Associate Professor and Director of the Office of Education Scholarship in the Department of Family & Community Medicine. Mahan’s research advances our understanding of how assessment can help learners develop clinical reasoning and how education programs can use assessment as a tool for systems and outcomes for learners. His research examines educational assessment as an opportunity to enhance learning and support the transfer of learning required to...2022-11-0415 minKIPRIME PodcastInfluencing change and improving the learning and work environment within medical education – an interview with Dr Liselotte Dyrbye.In this first episode of the KIPRIME podcast 2022, Dr Liselotte Dyrbye talks to Alina Jenkins about her key research areas, including human-centred design processes to improve the learning and work environment and how to better influence change within medical education and the impact of stress on cognition and behaviors. Dr Dyrbe is Professor of Medicine, Senior Associate Dean of Faculty and Chief Well-Being Officer at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. She completed her medical training at the University of Wisconsin Medical School, residency at University of Washington School of Medicine, and a Masters of Health Pr...2022-10-2028 minBody TalkFrom Neurodiversity To NeuroinclusionThere's lots of talk these days about neurodiversity, and for good reason. As our understanding of the brain grows, we're beginning to see just how complex and varied it can be. But what does that mean for the workplace? How can businesses embrace neurodiversity and create an environment where everyone can thrive?Neurodiversity is the term used to describe the natural diversity of brain function and wiring. It includes conditions like ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and dyslexia. Many businesses are now beginning to understand that neurodiversity can be a source of strength, creativity, and innovation, but there's...2022-10-2049 minBody TalkStaying Resilient in Difficult TimesThe COVID-19 pandemic has been a test of resilience for everyone. Loved ones have been lost, lives have been changed, and businesses have gone under. The global economy continues to be in flux, with rising inflation and energy bills putting pressure on finances. Many of us have had to grapple with the impact of the pandemic, and now there is the potential for further hardships and uncertainty ahead. But it is possible for businesses and individuals to weather this storm and come out stronger on the other side. The key is resilience. What does resilience mea...2022-10-0534 minBody TalkImprove Your Speaking VoiceYour voice is a powerful tool – you can use it to motivate and inspire change in others. When we use our voice well in business, it can help us to connect with our audience and to get our message across with clarity and confidence.All sounds good, right? But many people don’t like the sound of their own voice. They might speak quietly, quickly, too high, or maybe monotone.If you're not confident about your voice, or you simply want to improve how you sound when speaking to an audience, this podcast is for you...2022-09-2639 minBody TalkConquering Imposter SyndromeAt the age of 55, David Stone was a successful, internationally known marketing consultant pulling down a healthy six-figures.He was also living in his car.Not the “living in his car” as in the road warrior who keeps Hertz in business, but literally, every night pulling into the same highway rest stop, grabbing the pillow out of the back seat, and spending the night with his leg wrapped over the gearshift.How he got to this situation can be summed up in a few words: Anxiety. Self-doubt. Imposter Syndrome. He had literally worried his...2022-07-2750 minBody TalkMedia Training : Why It's Important For Your BusinessMedia skills are more important than ever in today's business world. Effectively communicating with the media can make or break a company's reputation. Good media skills can help build positive relationships with the media, resulting in more favourable coverage. They can also help to avoid potential PR disasters. By training employees on how to handle media inquiries, companies can ensure that their message is always communicated effectively. In a rapidly changing world, media skills are essential for any business that wants to stay ahead of the competition.In the latest Body Talk podcast, Alina talks to the...2022-06-2030 minBody TalkThe Secret To Success: Overcoming Self-SabotageYou may be familiar with the idea of self-sabotaging behaviours that can keep us trapped in a cycle of self-doubt and self-defeat. But what exactly is self-sabotage, and why do we do it?Self-sabotage can be defined as any behaviour or thought pattern that stands in the way of our success or happiness. Often, it is driven by our inner critic, the part of us that tells us we're not good enough, we don't deserve happiness, or we'll never achieve our goals. For some of us, self-sabotage may also be a form of imposter syndrome, where we...2022-04-2521 min
Body TalkHow To Have Better Hybrid MeetingsWe've all had to adapt to different ways of working in the last few years. Initially, it was mastering the tech behind virtual communication and more recently this has expanded to hybrid interactions.It's been a tricky transition for many and there remains some discomfort around the idea of what hybrid is or isn't. Workers are disengaged or feel disconnected and there's a common complaint that ideas are not being heard because people feel excluded from the conversation.So, we thought how can we do this better?Dr Nicola Millard is Principal Innovation...2022-01-1023 min
Body TalkHow To Be More AssertiveDo you have great ideas but struggle to get yourself heard? Or perhaps you say yes when you mean no?It could be you find it hard to assert yourself, and many of us find this a challenge.Yet, being more assertive can help you become a better communicator, reduce stress, and increase your confidence.Body Talk trainer Katy Lewis has been helping clients be more assertive for many years, and she shares some easy techniques to be more self-assured and decisive both at work and at home.2021-12-1320 min
Body TalkImprove Your Body Language And Communication SkillsRichard Newman is the CEO of Body Talk and is an award-winning expert in Leadership Communication and Storytelling.He's taught body language techniques and communication skills for over 21 years, helping over 100,000 people worldwide improve their personal impact.He began his research and teaching in 1995 by living in a Tibetan monastery in India, teaching English. He then studied professional acting in London for three years.In this episode of the podcast, he explains why his early struggles with confidence inspired him to start the company and how anyone can improve their impact in business...2021-09-0835 min
Body TalkHow To Approach Conflict Resolution In BusinessConflict resolution and the art of negotiation - situations which many of us avoid or even fear!Yet conflict is a healthy part of communication, especially in business. It shows your staff and colleagues you care about their needs.The ability to negotiate and resolve conflict can bring many positive changes, from stronger leadership and better decision making to building rapport and having more meaningful conversations.So, what is conflict resolution, and what are some of the strategies we can adopt to be more effective at it?Chris White and Martin...2021-08-0242 min
True Crime Weekly PodcastThe Mysterious Death of Kenneka JenkinsOn September 9, 2017, 4 friends were getting ready to go to a party at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Chicago. This was supposed to be a normal night out with friends but no one could have predicted that one of them was going to be found in the walk-in freezer of the hotel. This is the story of the mysterious death of Kenneka Jenkins.2021-07-1942 min
Body TalkBuild A Deeper Connection With Your Clients Through StorytellinIn this episode, Alina Jenkins talks to psychologist Dr Peter Hughes.Peter is the co-founder of leading digital marketing agency Cognition, and he’s appeared on TV many times, including Addicted to Pleasure with Brian Cox, the Secrets of Superbrands and the BBC’s One Show. He’s also an author and has recently been shortlisted for the 2021 business book awards for 65 Roses and a Trunki, Defying the Odds in Life and Business.He explains why it's so important to use storytelling in business and how it can help build better relationships with your clients.2021-07-0621 min
Body TalkTips From The Master Of Storytelling, Robert McKeeRobert McKee is the master of storytelling, he’s been lecturing and teaching it for over three decades.His former students include 63 Academy Award winners and 164 Emmy winners, and he is the author of what is now considered the screenwriters bible, Story. This was followed by Dialogue and his long awaited third volume in the trilogy, ‘Character’ has just been released.In this latest podcast with Alina Jenkins he explains how companies can harness the power of top screenwriters to create a compelling business narrative.2021-05-2636 min
Body TalkPerfect Your Business PitchHow do you get your team in the best shape possible so you can deliver a great bid or business pitch with confidence and impact?Andy Williams and Katy Lewis are experts in helping teams prepare for critical pitches and in this podcast they discuss effective collaboration, the importance of being authentic and other top tips to make your presentation stand out!2021-05-2122 min
Body TalkWhy Mental Health Awareness Is Crucial In BusinessDid you know it’s estimated around 1 in 7 people experience mental health problems in the workplace?Also, the Office of National Statistics suggests mental health problems have worsened across all age groups in the last year as Coronavirus has fuelled feelings of loneliness, anxiety and fears for the future.The 10th of May sees the start of Mental Health Awareness Week, and in this episode of our podcast Alina Jenkins is speaking with Simon Nichols from Thrive Mental Health and Wellbeing. We discuss simple ways to improve your mental health and build mental strength, so in...2021-05-1138 min
Body TalkImprove Your Business Storytelling In 20 MinutesWhat’s your business story? Is it grabbing the attention of prospective clients?For some businesses the art of storytelling is a struggle. How do you take something which might be dry, complicated, or even dull and turn it into something which engages an audience and brings customers to your door?For many years, Darren Slade has been creating stories which get noticed. He’s a top business journalist and is currently Group Business Editor for the Daily Echo in Hampshire and Dorset.In our latest podcast hosted by Alina Jenkins, he shares some...2021-05-0423 min
Body TalkThe Benefits of MeditationThe charity 'Mind' says we are currently living through a mental health emergency and according to the ONS, 57% of us have said our wellbeing has been affected by the COVID pandemic.In these stressful and uncertain times how can we keep our mental health in the best shape possible?In our latest podcast, Alina Jenkins talks to author and coach Terry Sidhu about meditation and how it can help you find peace, confidence and clarity in your life.2021-04-1824 minKIPRIME PodcastA world-wide influencer of medical education - an interview with the inaugural winner of the prize, Professor Henk SchmidtProfessor Henk Schmidt was the first winner of the Karolinska Prize for Research in Medical Education in 2004. He is a professor of psychology at Erasmus University’s faculty of social sciences and founding dean of its problem-based psychology curriculum. Between 2009 and 2013, he was the Vice-Chancellor (‘Rector Magnificus’) of Erasmus University in Rotterdam. His research in the field of medical education is outstanding and highly original. His special research areas are problem-based learning, clinical reasoning, and the acquisition of expertise in medicine. Professor Schmidt’s work has had a great impact on the research field, and many of hi...2021-04-1424 minKIPRIME PodcastFrom endocrinology to pioneering the OSCE – an interview with world leader in medical education, Professor Ronald Harden.Professor Ronald Harden is a world leader in medical education. He is committed to developing new approaches to curriculum planning, assessment and to teaching and learning. Ideas which he has pioneered include the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) which has been universally adopted as a standard approach to assessment of clinical competence, the spiral curriculum and the SPICES model for curriculum planning and models for outcome-based education. He has published more than 400 papers in leading journals and is co-editor of the best-selling book – “A Practical Guide for Medical Teachers.” Winner of the Karolinska Prize in 2006, his contributions to excel...2021-04-0719 minKIPRIME PodcastSurgeon, leading medical educator and a pioneer of the OSCE - an interview with Dr Richard Reznick Dr Richard Reznick is Professor of Surgery and Dean Emeritus at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario. He received his undergraduate university education and medical degree from McGill University, followed by a general surgical residency at the University of Toronto. He spent two years in fellowship training, first obtaining a Masters’ degree in medical education from Southern Illinois University, followed by a fellowship in colorectal surgery at the University of Texas in Houston, Texas. Since his first faculty appointment at the University of Toronto in 1987, Dr. Reznick has been active in both colorectal surgery and research...2021-03-3127 min
Body TalkHow To Communicate Effectively Across CulturesWith a rise in virtual communication during the last year it's become so easy to connect with clients and colleagues wherever they are in world.But can we be sure our conversations and messages are always being understood and translated in the right way?In our latest podcast, Alina Jenkins speaks to intercultural communications specialist Desta Hailé about the importance of intercultural communication in business and what steps we can take to make sure all of our interactions are positive and engaging.2021-03-3023 minKIPRIME PodcastFrom nuclear physics to reforming medical curricula - an interview with the 2008 prize winner Geoff NormanDr Geoff Norman is Professor of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics at McMaster University, Ontario. He received a B.Sc. in physics from the University of Manitoba in 1965 and a Ph.D in nuclear physics from McMaster University in 1971.He then changed tack, and after an M.A in educational psychology he moved into the world of medical education research.His primary research has been in the area of expert diagnostic reasoning which has revealed that experts use two kinds of knowledge to do diagnosis - the formal analytical knowledge of signs and symptoms and physiologic...2021-03-1723 minKIPRIME PodcastA pioneer in medical education and KIPRIME winner in 2014 – an interview with Dr John NorciniDr Norcini spent 25 years with the American Board of Internal Medicine serving as Director of Psychometrics, Executive Vice President for Evaluation and Research, and Executive Vice President of the Institute for Clinical Evaluation. From 2002 until 2019 he was President and CEO of FAIMER, the Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research where he established numerous worldwide initiatives and programs in medical education, research, and data resource development. In 2009, he received the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) John P. Hubbard Award for his commitment to excellence in medical education, his rigorous pursuit of high standards in s...2021-03-0919 min
Body TalkHow To Overcome Imposter SyndromeHave you ever felt you don’t have the right skills to be in the job you are? Or you feel inadequate compared to those around you? If so, it could be imposter syndrome at work. So, how do you deal with that little voice inside your head and what can you do to remove self-doubt and become more capable, confident and visible?In our latest podcast we talk to business psychologist, Fiona Kearns, about your inner critic and what steps you can take to have confidence in your ability and advance without lim...2021-03-0922 minKIPRIME PodcastEvaluation and assessment in medical education - an interview with 2012 KIPRIME winner Dr Cees van der VleutenDr Cees van der Vleuten, PhD, has been at the University of Maastricht since 1982. In 1996 he was appointed Professor of Education and chair of the Department of Educational Development and Research in the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, a position he held for 18 years. From 2005 until 2020 he was the Scientific Director of the School of Health Professions Education. His successor is KIPRIME fellow and previous guest in this series, Dr Pim Teunissen.He mentors many researchers in medical education and has supervised more than 90 doctoral graduate students. His primary expertise lies in evaluation and assessment...2021-03-0221 min
Body TalkHow To Feel More In Control And Create A Positive MindsetJon Watkins, a Special Forces veteran and COO of the Resilience Training Company, talks through strategies you can use straight away to help you feel more in control, calm and confident.2021-02-2525 minKIPRIME PodcastThe assessment of learners in health professions education – an interview with Dr Shiphra GinsburgDr Shiphra Ginsburg is a professor of medicine at the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, a staff physician at Mount Sinai Hospital and a scientist at the Wilson Centre for Research in Education. She is also the Canada Research Chair in Health Professions Education. Her research looks at the assessment of learners in health professions education - an area which has historically focused on numeric scores, rating scales and standardized, “objective” tests. This has led to a situation where subjectivity, which is a natural part of how human beings make judgments and decisions about each other...2021-02-2322 minKIPRIME PodcastHow problems get solved in Health Professions Education – an interview with Dr Meredith YoungDr Meredith Young is an Associate Professor in the Institute of Health Sciences Education at McGill University in Montreal. She earned her PhD in cognitive psychology from McMaster University studying how individuals (both with and without medical expertise) think through a variety of complex problems in medicine. Her current work examines how problems get solved in Health Professions Education, and the assumptions that underpin what we think makes a good solution. She explores this topic in three main areas: 1) issues related to reasoning or decision making in health 2) issues of validity and assessment in...2021-02-1620 min
Body TalkHow To Build Rapport In A Virtual WorldBuilding rapport and relationships in the virtual world is more challenging than ever. How do you form a bond with someone you have never met in person? Katy Lewis shares her advice from over 20 years in luxury and automotive sales, with simple principles you can use to form more effective relationships, even if you have to do it through a screen.2021-02-0921 minKIPRIME PodcastMotivation and self-determination theory; developing students for life – an interview with Dr Rashmi Kusurka.Dr Rashmi Kusurkar was born and raised in India where she qualified as a medical doctor with specialization in physiology before moving to the Netherlands in 2008 to pursue her PHD in medical education. Rashmi has been instrumental in setting up Research in Education at VUmc School of Medical Sciences in Amsterdam, and headed this department until 2020. She currently works as a Research Programme Leader at Research in Education at Amsterdam UMC. She is fascinated by how and why students learn differently, and why some are able to achieve their potential, while others are not. This in...2021-02-0823 minKIPRIME PodcastWorkplace learning in healthcare – an interview with Dr Pim TeunissenDr Pim Teunissen is Scientific Director of SHE, the School of Health Professions Education at Maastricht University in The Netherlands. His background is as a medical specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and he uses his clinical experience to inform his research and vice versa. In 2009 he obtained his doctorate from VU University on the subject of 'Workplace learning in postgraduate medical education'. Since then, his research has expanded to cover learning and education in various health professions in undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing professional development domains. He is passionate about understanding how healthcare professionals learn...2021-02-0222 minKIPRIME PodcastLifelong learning for health care professionals - an interview with Terese StenforsTerese Stenfors is an associate professor in Medical Education at Karolinska Institutet and is the director of the Evaluation Unit. Her background is in Social Science and she’s previously worked with academic development. Her current research explores the contribution of interpersonal relationships between patients and health care professionals to advance patient health care. As chronic illness and co-morbidity increases within our general population, these relationships assume a pivotal role. Patient-health care professional relationships have been described using concepts such as co-care, person-centered care, or collaborative care. These constructs all emphasize that healthcare requires a close interaction bet...2021-01-2617 minKIPRIME PodcastMedical professionalism across cultures – an interview with Dr Ming Jung-HoA native of Taiwan, Dr Ming Jung-Ho received an undergraduate degree in Biological Anthropology at Harvard, a medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania, and a doctorate in Social Anthropology at Oxford University in the UK. She is currently Associate Director at the Center for Innovation and Leadership in Education at Georgetown University and Director of Education Research at MedStar Health. Dr Ho has spent the last 12 years studying medical professionalism across cultures. As an anthropologist, her work addresses the problem that dominant Western standards and practices of medical education are often exported/imported to the...2021-01-1915 minKIPRIME PodcastHow feedback literacy is enacted in the health workplace – an interview with Dr Liz MolloyDr Liz Molloy is Professor in Work Integrated Learning in the Department of Medical Education at Melbourne Medical School and Academic Director of Interprofessional Education and Practice in the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences. Liz’s area of research looks at workplace learning and interprofessional education with a particular focus on feedback and the way feedback literacy is enacted in the health workplace. Despite teachers’ commitment to feedback as an important mechanism for learning, feedback in education rarely produces the effects one would hope for. Practice is dictated by prescriptive models that aim to mak...2021-01-1320 minKIPRIME PodcastThe exploration of power dynamics and equity in the context of global health educational partnerships – an interview with Dr Dawit Wondimagegn.Dr Dawit Wondimagegn is Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Addis Abba University School of Medicine and Chief Executive Director of Tikur Anbessa Hospital in Ethiopia.The central tenet of his work is the exploration of power dynamics and equity in the context of global health educational partnerships. These are unique opportunities for mutual learning and development, however historical factors determined the import/export model to be dominant. His research as part of a group of global community of researchers focuses on unpacking the problem power imbalances create in terms of marginalizing local knowledge. The gap i...2021-01-0620 min
Body TalkVirtual Events - How To Make Them More SuccessfulAre you running a virtual event or speaking at one? Hear from William Thomson who has been running virtual conferences since 2005, as he gives sage advice on how to make these events a success, plus the great benefits of virtual rather than physical events.2021-01-0532 minKIPRIME PodcastMedical education as a design discipline: developing interventions and tools which create conditions for learning activities - an interview with Klas KarlgrenWith a background in human-machine interaction and interaction design, Klas Karlgren brings a design science research methodology and a ’designerly’ approach to research. After finishing his PHD in human machine interaction, he came to the Karolinska Institutet to start his post-doc where continued his work on designing, creating and developing technologies to support and analyse learning in the field of medical education. Since he arrived at Karolinska in 2004 this has remained focus of his work. Using technology and simulations to help people reflect and analyse their performance. 2020-12-2921 minKIPRIME PodcastExamining the neuroscientific correlates of clinical reasoning – an interview with Jerome RotgansOriginally from the Netherlands where he obtained his PhD in Educational Psychology from Erasmus University Rotterdam, Jerome Rotgans is Assistant Professor of Medical Education Research at Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine in Singapore where he is also the Assistant Dean for Assessment and Lead for Learning Strategies. Jerome is active in two research areas. The first is diagnostic reasoning in medicine. He and his colleagues have studied the effects of time pressure and interruptions on the diagnostic accuracy of physicians. Moreover, they have recently embarked on a neuroscience research programme to examine the n...2020-12-2122 minKIPRIME PodcastGlobal North-South engagement in medical education research and teaching - an interview with Dr Thirusha Naidu.Dr Thirusha Naidu a clinical psychologist and head of unit at King Dinuzulu Hospital Complex and a lecturer in the department of Behavioural Medicine at the University of KwaZulu-Natal in Durban, South Africa.She is drawn to how the established positivist, epistemological landscape of ‘modern’ science and medicine reproduce dominant methodologies and research narratives. Implicit in this tension is a bias which excludes sufficient Global South perspectives and is perpetuated in medical education.Dr Naidu is currently conducting research projects on Global North-South engagement in medical education research and teaching, as well as in the heal...2020-12-1521 min
Body TalkThe Power Of Visual AidsAlina Jenkins has been a broadcaster on TV and radio for more than 20 years. She transforms incredibly complex scientific data into compelling slide shows to explain the global weather to a live international audience. Alina shares how you can make your visual aids more compelling and become a more engaging presenter.2020-12-0925 minKIPRIME PodcastThe synergies between simulation and workplace learning using talk and team interactions - an interview with Walter Eppich.Until recently, Dr Walter Eppich was professor of pediatrics and medical education at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago. Since November 1, 2020 he is professor of simulation education and research at the Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland, a medical and health sciences university in Dublin.His research initially started in the area of healthcare simulation with a particular focus on debriefing or the types of learning conversations that people would have after a simulated encounter. Recently, as part of his PHD journey, his research has become very focused not only on these learning conversations and...2020-12-0818 minKIPRIME PodcastThe role of basic science knowledge in clinical reasoning and the development of medical expertise - an interview with Nicole N. Woods.Dr Nicole Woods is a scientist & Associate Director of Operations at the University Health Network in Toronto and was recently appointed as a director at the Institute for Education Research.As a cognitive psychologist she is interested in the mental representation of diagnostic categories, how different forms of knowledge are used in problem-solving, and how education supports the cognitive architecture necessary for practice. Her work examines the role of basic science knowledge in clinical reasoning and the development of medical expertise.2020-12-0126 minKIPRIME PodcastConceptualizing methodology and its relationship to theory - an interview with Dr. Glenn Regehr, KIPRIME winner 2020.Since 2009, Dr Glenn Regehr has been at the University of British Columbia (UBC) as Senior Scientist and Associate Director of Research at the Centre for Health Education Scholarship (CHES) and Professor (Department of Surgery). He also holds a cross-appointment with the UBC Faculty of Education. Glenn's main research impact has been in conceptualizing methodology and its relationship to theory, a groundwork for significant research activity. He has introduced a variety of methodological innovations, drawing heavily on work done outside of the health professions. Glenn has contributed immensely to a broader academic understanding of medical education and his...2020-11-2424 minKIPRIME PodcastThe properties of excellent clinical teaching: being a context expert is not enough - an interview with Professor David IrbyDavid M. Irby, PhD is a professor of medicine, member of the UCSF Academy of Medical Educators and Center for Faculty Educators, and the former vice dean for education at UCSF. Along with Professor Richard Reznick, he was the winner of the Karolinska Institutet Prize for Research in Medical Education in 2010. The three cornerstones of his work have been to advance understanding of clinical teaching, share best practices through faculty development and publications, and continuously improve medical curricula.In this interview we discuss his career and why fantastic expertise doesn't necessarily make you a good t...2020-11-1826 min
Body TalkHow To Communicate ConfidentlyHow do you develop greater confidence in your communication skills to transform your results at work? Can you reduce the nerves and perform at your best when you need to? What are the techniques you need? Charlie Evans trained as an actor in New York and London, as well becoming a qualified psychotherapist. She has condensed years of experience to cherry pick the most important techniques that everyone can learn to communicate more effectively and confidently.2020-10-1729 minKIPRIME PodcastThe role of language on healthcare teams – an interview with Professor Lorelei LingardProfessor Lorelei Lingard received the KIPRIME in 2018 and was the first female recipient of the award. Lorelei is a Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Western Ontario and the inaugural Director for the Centre of Education Research & Innovation at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry. She is a leading researcher in the study of communication and collaboration in healthcare teams and, in this interview, we discuss the role of language, what makes good communication and where her research is taking her next. 2020-10-0121 min
KIPRIME PodcastCompetence, compassion and the future of healthcare - an interview with Professor Brian HodgesWinner of the KIPRIME in 2016, Brian Hodges is Professor in the Faculty of Medicine and Executive-Vice President, Education and Chief Medical Officer at the University Health Network in Toronto. He is a practicing psychiatrist and teacher and a member of the KIPRIME prize committee. In this interview we discuss his research on assessment, competence, compassion and the future of the health profession. 2020-10-0121 min
KIPRIME PodcastKIPRIME - a brief historyIn this first episode of the KIPRIME podcast, host Alina Jenkins guides us through the origins of the prize and the passion and commitment which made it happen. We’ll hear about the founders, Gunnar Höglund and Anna-Stina Malmborg, their love of art and philanthropy as well as interviews with the chair of their foundation, members of the prize committee and a previous winner.The journey takes us from the 1950’s Stockholm art scene through to the most recent and cutting-edge developments in research for medical education.2020-09-2525 min
Body TalkHow To Coach Your Team To SucceedKaty Lewis has been teaching companies to communicate more effectively for 20 years. As a qualified business coach she also shares strategies in coaching skills, to help teams excel. Beyond the business world she has worked as a high speed precision driver and coached other drivers to perform at their best at 200mph! On this podcast she shares her top tips for coaching the people around you.2020-09-2232 min
Body TalkHow To Bring Your True Self To WorkJamie Richards explains how his professional acting experience helps him to enhance business communication, with advice on how to ensure you bring your full personality to the boardroom.2020-09-0129 min
Body TalkHow To Perform At Your Best Under Pressure with Carole MachinHave you ever felt nervous in a tough situation and unable to perform at your best? When faced with a difficult job interview, team meeting, or important pitch, many people crumble under the stress. So how do you make sure that you bring your best self to work when you need to? Television presenter Carole Machin describes the challenges of being live in front of millions of people and needing to appear calm and confident. She has developed skills and simple strategies throughout her career that anyone can use to perform at their best.2020-08-2339 min
Body TalkStep Forward Into Bigger OpportunitiesChristian Billett had a successful singing career on the West End stage and performing with the BBC orchestra, before turning his attention to coaching performance in business. Over the past two decades he has discovered how to help clients to perform at their best under pressure. Through voice coaching, body language, mindset and storytelling, his work at Body Talk has helped transform the results for clients around the world. 2020-08-1736 min
Body TalkHow To Increase The Power Of Your VoiceWhen you speak on the phone or a video call your voice can either boost or damage the impact of your message. Mark Seddon is a highly experienced voice-over artist, having worked on 150 audio books for the BBC and Audible. He is also a professional storyteller, having starred in the West End hit show 'The Woman In Black' - a thriller performed by just two actors and some props. Mark will share how to ground your body, find your voice, power your message and increase your confidence.2020-07-2934 min
Body TalkHow to establish trust to improve communicationTrust has become more important than ever in our working relationships. We choose carefully who we work with and where we spend our money. We may even need to build virtual teams who rarely see each other. Yet, our trust in politicians, media and businesses is at an all-time low. How can we create trust with our colleagues and clients? How can we build credibility on the phone or in a meeting? Emily Fairman speaks to Richard Newman and reveals simple tips to apply at work.2020-07-2037 min
Body TalkEffective Virtual Communication with Alina JenkinsOur world has become much more virtual recently, connecting with colleagues and family through video calls. Many people struggle to make a professional impression or even fear turning the camera on! There are lots of simple strategies you can use to enhance your impact and increase your confidence. This episode features Alina Jenkins, a BBC presenter with 20 years of broadcasting experience, to explore how to come across well using a camera and microphone.2020-07-0730 min
Body TalkBorn To Speak - Episode 6 - Turn your interns into rockstarsHaving an intern in your office can feel like having a puppy – warm and welcoming, but not prepared for the corporate world. So how do you turn them into rockstars that help your company thirve? That’s the question Di Macdonald asked when she was Head of Learning at L’Oreal and wanted to ensure her intern succeeded. Discover what they really need from you to reach their full potential - they will thank you forever and you will gain tremendous rewards from their productivity and enthusiasm for working with you.2019-10-201h 06
Body TalkBorn To Speak - Episode 5 - Creating An AudienceHow do you motivate the people around you to unite behind your ideas and feel compelled to support you? As author Margaux Woellner explains, just having a group of people in a room doesn’t give you an audience. They may simply be a group of disparate individuals, with different agendas. If you intend to gain support from them to make your ideas happen you need to unite them through the power of your words and delivery. But how can you achieve this? Learn how a metaphorical ‘common enemy’ can bring people together and how success...2019-09-211h 03
Body TalkBorn To Speak - Episode 4 - Andy WilliamsAndy Williams dedicated 22 years to serving the Royal Navy and Marines, before he began coaching business clients. He now works with teams to ensure they pull together and succeed under pressure. In this podcast we explore the critical elements teams need in order to thrive, as well as the mindset that allows you to overcome challenges and achieve the impossible. In his spare time Andy has recently run the Marathon Des Sables (six marathons in six days, across the Sahara) as well as rowing the Atlantic in a four-person boat. He plans to celebrate his 60...2019-08-051h 07
Body TalkBorn To Speak - Episode 3 - When do our communication challenges begin?Many of us struggle with communication from an early age. This can impact our education, relationships, career and emotional well-being. How do we overcome these challenges to fulfil our true potential? Mary Hartshorne has dedicated her career to helping people develop better communication skills from a very early age, through ICAN. This organisation helps over 5,000 schools ensure that children develop their communication skills fully. You can apply the lessons she teaches much later in life to ensure you connect with the people around you and communicate with confidence.2019-07-141h 01
Body TalkBorn To Speak - Episode 2 - Non verbal communication, with Paul EkmanPaul Ekman is one of the world's greatest experts on body language, emotion and psychology. His books are international bestsellers and include Emotions Revealed and Emotional Awareness. His research was used as the inspiration for the 20th Century Fox TV series 'Lie To Me' starring Tim Roth. In this conversation we discuss the importance of body language, moods, his friendship with the Dalai Lama and his most important research on communication. Your host Richard Newman has been teaching communication skills to business people for nearly 20 years, helping clients succeed in the key moments of their...2019-06-0451 min
Body TalkBorn To Speak - Episode 1 - Storytelling for business, with Robert McKeeRobert McKee's students have won 60 Academy Awards and 200 Emmys for their storytelling ability. On this podcast he talks about how to tell brilliant business stories, so that people are more likely to listen to you and take action on your ideas. You'll also discover the common bad habits people fall into when they think they are telling a great business story, when in fact they are failing to engage us. McKee runs workshops around the world to large sell-out audiences and keeps them enthralled for hours at a time. Discover how he does it, his p...2019-05-1359 min