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Scariff Bay Community Radio Podcasts SBCRINTERVIEW HIGHLIGHTS - Brian Dowling,Works and Technology correspondent with RTE and Former Washington Correspondent talking about political and world events with Geraldine Colleran and Paul Bugler.
Originally broadcast as part of Saturday Chronicle 24th January 2026 hosted by Geraldine Colleran and Catherine Patience. Saturday Chronicle is Sponsored by JAMES M NASH AND DERG KITCHEN DESIGN http://dergkitchendesign.ie Message or what’s app the studio on 089 2582647 or email sbcrstudio@gmail.com
2026-02-0127 min
The Analytical Zen PodcastInside Synthetic CathinonesSend us a textIn this episode of The Analytical Zen Podcast, Dr. Simona Pichini guides us through the complex and fast-evolving world of synthetic cathinones. Dr. Pichini is an Italian pharmacotoxicologist and Acting Director of the National Centre on Addiction and Doping at the Italian National Institute of Health. She is a leading expert in the pharmacokinetics and toxicology of drugs of abuse, new psychoactive substances, doping agents and alcohol biomarkers across all age groups. With a PhD in Clinical Pharmacology and more than 400 scientific publications (H-index: 56) and her work bridges analytical science with clinical outcomes...
2025-11-2926 min
The Analytical Zen PodcastThe Chemsex Conversation: Sex, Society and New Psychoactive SubstancesSend us a textIn this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Luis Manuel Menéndez Quintanal joins us to explore the complex intersections between sexual health, substance use and forensic toxicology.From the science of new psychoactive substances (NPS) to the social and health implications of chemsex, this conversation sheds light on an urgent and often misunderstood topic - blending scientific insight with compassionate harm reduction perspectives.🔬 Listen now and join the conversation on how science and society can better understand and respond to emerging drug trends.#Chemsex #NewPsychoactiveSubstances #DrugAwareness #SubstanceUse #SexualHealth #SocietyAndScience #Harm...
2025-10-3140 min
The Analytical Zen PodcastBones Tell Stories: The Reach of Forensic AnthropologySend us a textIn this episode, we sit down with Dr. Tania Delabarde, leading forensic anthropologist at the Institute of Legal Medicine in Paris, where she has been instrumental since 2013 in the identification of unidentified bodies and coordination of Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) protocols.Dr. Delabarde’s career spans some of the world’s most complex humanitarian and post-conflict contexts, from her early work with the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia and the UN Mission in Kosovo, to missions across South America and Africa. Since 2011, she has...
2025-09-0228 min
The Analytical Zen PodcastCat and Mouse: How Toxicologists Chase Ever-Evolving Designer DrugsSend us a textIn 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 conversation takes a deeper turn into one of the most urgent challenges facing toxicologists today: Novel Psychoactive Substances (NPS). These synt...
2025-08-0521 min
The Analytical Zen PodcastThe Zinc Connection: The Pancreas, Diabetes and BeyondSend us a textIn this episode, we explore the connection between zinc and diabetes, focusing on functions of zinc in the pancreas and for blood glucose control. Using animal models of obesity and prediabetes, researchers investigated how mild zinc deficiency—similar to levels potentially seen in humans—affects the pancreas and regulation of blood glucose. The study found that a 30% reduction in pancreatic zinc led to enlarged pancreatic islets and poorer blood glucose control, especially during glucose tolerance tests. These findings highlight the significant impact even marginal zinc deficiency can have on the development and progression of t...
2025-05-1923 min
The Analytical Zen PodcastFrom Energy Drinks to Drugs: Uncovering StimulantsSend us a textIn this episode, forensic toxicologist Dr. Karolina Nowak takes us into the world of forensic toxicology, from the energy drinks we consume daily to the dangerous synthetic drugs on the streets. Dr. Nowak discusses the growing issues surrounding stimulant use, including the rise of synthetic drugs and the overlooked dangers of legal substances like caffeine. With a unique perspective from her experience in Poland, she sheds light on how forensic toxicologists protect public health, track emerging threats and advance the science of substance analysis. Tune in if you're curious about the intersection of sc...
2025-03-2432 min
The Analytical Zen PodcastDemystifying Forensic Medicine: Tales from the MorgueSend us a textJoin us on the Analytical Zen Podcast for an interview with Professor Christopher Milroy, a forensic pathologist and professor based in Ottawa, Canada.Professor Milroy earned his medical degree from the University of Liverpool and trained in pathology in Liverpool, Bristol and London before specializing in forensic pathology in Sheffield. From 1990 to 2008, he worked as a forensic pathologist and professor of forensic pathology in Sheffield, before moving to Ottawa in 2008.In addition to his medical qualifications, Professor Milroy holds two law degrees from the University of London. H...
2025-01-3131 min
The Analytical Zen PodcastPaper-Based Electrochemical Biosensors for a Smarter World: From Health to the EnvironmentSend us a textWhat if you could transform the way we gather and interpret critical data in resource-limited settings? Join us on the Analytical Zen podcast as we chat with Professor Stefano Cinti, a trailblazer in the realm of sensors and biosensors. Stefano's journey from hesitant beginnings to becoming a passionate advocate for analytical chemistry is nothing short of inspiring. In this enlightening episode, we delve into the symbiotic relationship between traditional analytical methods and groundbreaking paper-based technologies. We unravel the world of paper-based electrochemical sensors, uncovering their unique properties—like porosity and adaptability—that lend them...
2024-12-2236 min
The Analytical Zen PodcastUsing Smart Devices in Your Kitchen: Are Phones and Tablets a Recipe for Contamination?Send us a textCan smartphones contribute to food safety risks in home kitchens? Join Dr. Mairead McCann from SafeFood as she examines the role of smart devices in household food safety. Drawing on research conducted by Queen's University Belfast and commissioned by SafeFood, Dr. McCann provides evidence-based insights into how technology, integral to modern cooking routines, may introduce foodborne hazards.This study investigates the potential for smartphones and similar devices to act as vectors for pathogenic bacteria, particularly in light of increased home cooking during the COVID-19 pandemic. Incorporating data from the European Food...
2024-12-0611 min
The Analytical Zen PodcastForensic Toxicology Preventing Mishaps: How Drug Testing Became a Workplace EssentialSend us a textUnlock the secrets of forensic toxicology and workplace drug testing. From naval mishaps to train collisions, discover the pivotal incidents that have shaped workplace drug testing policies and why they matter. Join us as we chat with Steve Korkoneas as he sheds light on the widespread practice of workplace drug testing. Whether you're in a safety-critical role or curious about the future of drug testing then this episode promises a wealth of knowledge. So, grab a notepad and maybe a snack (that’s not on the banned list) as we embark on...
2024-10-1917 min
The Analytical Zen PodcastFrom Lab Coats to Leading Labs: How a Work Placement Ignited Global ImpactSend us a textWhat if a simple work placement could transform your entire career? Join us on the Analytical Zen Podcast as we sit down with Dr. Simon Elliott, a forensic toxicologist with over 30 years of experience. Simon shares memorable cases and pivotal experiences, including his work with the designer drug 4-Methylthioamphetamine (4-MTA) in his career, which sparked international collaborations and made significant contributions to global public health and safety. 4-MTA is a synthetic designer drug that is chemically related to amphetamines. It is part of the phenethylamine and amphetamine classes known for their stimulant and...
2024-08-2948 min
The Analytical Zen PodcastFrom Pharmacy to ForensicsSend us a textIn this episode, we discuss the critical importance of detecting Delta-8 Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), Delta-9 THC and Delta-10 THC along with the challenges associated with analysing heart blood in forensic toxicology. We delve into Professor Ashraf Mozayani’s remarkable journey through the dynamic field of forensic toxicology, focusing on the impact of cannabis legalization and the challenges of postmortem forensic toxicology.Starting as a community pharmacist in Tehran, Professor Mozayani has evolved into a distinguished forensic toxicologist in the United States and Canada, with a career that spans diverse regions and roles. Sh...
2024-08-121h 01
The Analytical Zen PodcastDrugs and Deep Thoughts: A Philosophical Look Beyond the Lab ResultsSend us a textImagine a young driver under the influence of multiple substances—what societal factors contribute to such dangerous behavior? In this episode, we explore the case of a young driver found with cocaine, diazepam, and fluoxetine in their system. We delve into trends among young drivers in Switzerland, draw parallels with other regions like Ireland, and examine broader societal issues, such as a lack of faith and purpose, that contribute to rising drug use.Our discussion expands to the complex interplay between drugs, faith, and brain chemistry, highlighting how each can profoundly af...
2024-07-2651 min
The Analytical Zen PodcastIntimate Contamination: The Kissing Defense and The Sex Defense in Sports DopingSend us a textWhat if an athlete could test positive for a banned substance through no fault of their own? As Wimbledon and the UEFA European Championships grace our TV screens currently, and with the 2024 Olympic Games set to begin in Paris, France at the end of July, The Analytical Zen Podcast turns its focus to the role of forensic toxicology in sports doping.Join us as we delve into the fascinating and complex world of hair testing, discussing "the kissing defense," the "sex defense," and the challenges of cross-contamination for athletes. In recent...
2024-07-1041 min
The Analytical Zen PodcastCareer Spotlight on Professor Hans H. MaurerSend us a textEpisode 1 features a career spotlight on esteemed toxicologist Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. (UGent) Hans H. Maurer. He is an Emeritus Professor and the former Head of the Department of Experimental and Clinical Toxicology at the Institute of Experimental and Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology, Saarland University, Homburg, Germany. This renowned toxicology group in Saarland developed some of the most esteemed spectral databases for identification, which are globally recognized and relied upon by toxicologists, forensic scientists, coroners, and environmental chemists for identifying drugs, poisons, toxins, and their metabolites. Join the conversation...
2024-06-2823 min
The Laura Dowling ExperienceTeenage girls, their periods, PCOS, gyne issues, anxiety with Dr. Geraldine Connolly and Paula Herbert #053Send us a textTeenage girls , their periods, PCOS, gyne issues, anxiety and so much more. This is a podcast for anyone with daughters, granddaughters, nieces, young female cousins and friends. Empowering and uplifting you will come away educated and enlightened. I speak with consultant obstetrician & gynaecologist Dr. Geraldine Connolly and yoga instructor & Ayurvedic practitioner Paula Herbert from @mygirlsgynae about your teenage girls’ bodies. You have asked me for so long for a podcast to discuss your teenage girls and how they can navigate their way through puberty and gynaecological issues...
2023-10-101h 31
Death Becomes HimBrian in conversation with Geraldine MullanWords fail to describe the tragedy of Geraldine Mullan’s loss. In August 2020, Geraldine and her family were driving home to Moville when the car veered into Lough Foyle. The accident claimed the lives of the three people Geraldine loved most, her husband John and children Tomás and Amelia. Today she talks about her own trauma and how trying to face the fear of the water has brought her closer to her family.
2021-10-241h 15
The Blissful Marriage Family Hour with Bruce and Fenton Unabaumer10 – Thanksgiving with Chantal (Grace Dowling)Worry not, it's another episode of The Blissful Marriage Family Hour! Bruce and Fenton discuss their weeklong hiatus due to food poisoning caused by Fenton's roast, both ways. Then, they discuss THANKSGIVING! IT'S A TOPICAL EPISODE!
Then, we're joined by the Geraldine, Iowa town drunk, Chantal (Grace Dowling)! Chantal drops by to talk about her bedazzled jean jacket, her bluegrass music festival, and the way she makes her money (hint – it involves a metal detector). Plus, we discuss our rival town of Kooksy, Iowa! New canonical thing, baby! Add it to the wiki!
Cover art by Nadim Silverman (@nadimsilverman on IG...
2020-11-2331 min
Mens Rea: A true crime podcast59 - A Miscarriage of Justice: Nora WallIn 1996, former nun with the Sisters of Mercy Nora Wall was accused of rape by a girl who had formerly been in her care at a group home in Cappoquin, Co Waterford. Alongside her, a homeless man, Paul "Pablo" McCabe, who had once been resident at the same institution was also implicated.
The two went to trial, but the affair would later be declared a miscarriage of justice.
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2020-01-1952 min
Funky People Radio® LIVE PodcastWURD-FPRADIOLiveShow_011515Show #88 - January 15, 2015 :: 2-Year Anniversary Show ~
Hour 1 -
Put Something In - Grey & Hanks
Can't Fake the Feeling - Geraldine Hunt
Take That to the Bank - Shalamaar
Ohh What A Life - The Gibson Brothers
Show You the Way (Morales Rework) - DM vs. Michael Jackson
Say To Ya (Original Mix) - Jay Vegas
Hallelujah (Original Mix) - Knox feat. Aaron K. Grey
Thru The Fire (Daniel 3-1-30) [Ext LP Mix] - DJ Spen f. Soulfuledge & Fruity
Wrong U (Manoo Deep Remix) - Stones & Bones
The Fact Is (Chris MDH Remix) - Jill Scott
Stay (Supernova Remix...
2015-01-161h 56