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Capes and JapesCatherine GrantToday we talk about Cat Grant, best known as a gossip columnist and reporter for the Daily Planet, which of course means she's going to get roped into comic book shenanigans despite being a pretty regular lady.
What we were up to this week:
Briar went to the ren faire
Olivia saw the new Superman movie and also read Imperial (2025) #2 and Robin & Batman: Jason Todd (2025) #2
Thanks to Victoria Watkins for our icon!
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The Historical Romance SamplerOlivia Waite Talks Book BansIn this special episode of the Historical Romance Sampler podcast, Olivia Waite joins to discuss the issue of book bans in the United States and their implications for romance readers. Olivia, a queer historical romance author and romance fiction columnist for the New York Times Book Review, shares her insights on how these bans target predominantly queer and BIPOC stories. The episode also explores historical perspectives on censorship and highlights current opportunities for activism. To top it off, Olivia recommends several historical romance books that deal with themes of resistance and political change. 00:00 Introduction and S...2025-06-1127 min
Check The Locks: A True Crime PodcastTrue Crime for the Short on Time: Loose in the Ozark'sA former Arkansas police captain is found guilty of several horrific crimes. So when he escapes the prison that is supposed to confine him, the community goes on high alert. Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss Grant Hardin. Will this case be enough to make you check the locks?Follow Us:Instagram TwitterJoin Our Facebook GroupSubscribe to our PatreonLeave a voicemail by calling 615 -920-9393Visit our website Subscribe and Review on...2025-06-0219 min
Embracing Only: Workplace Culture & Career Development for BIPOC LeadersIM28: How to Advocate for Yourself in the Workplace with Olivia Grant-CreamEpisode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 28 with Olivia Grant-Cream from before she was a host on the show. Olivia is sharing the exact steps you need to take to advocate for yourself in the workplace. Olivia is a US veteran, born and raised in Jamaica, with over 12 years of experience in HR leadership. She has recently left her corporate job to pursue entrepreneurship full-time, where she helps ambitious women of color break through barriers and create the success they deserve....2025-05-3008 min
Spiritual Practices of the Disgruntled ArtistSPODA: Grant Jossi, writer on Avatar: Seven HavensOn this Episode of Spiritual Practices of the Disgruntled Artist, we talk to Grant Jossi! Grant is a writer on the newly announced Avatar show, Seven Havens. We talk to him about how breaking a sweat helps him crack a scene, his relationship to the industry and how he maintains a healthy state of mind. Music by Doug Harvey2025-04-2841 min
Wrong Reasons with Liv and GraceFINALE!!! THE BACHELOR!!! GRANT!!!So is it just us or was the most shocking part of this episode seeing Clayton on our screens again? Well folks, it is time to wrap up another season of this great show we call The Bachelor. It always seems to just fly by. Now Grant and Julianna are off to make their way in the world together and Litia will likely be in a relationship with a hot Mormon athlete before you can say "The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints." We now have a little time to relax and recoup...2025-04-051h 21Wrong Reasons with Liv and GraceWeek 5 - The Bachelor (Grant)On this week's episode, Siri cannot stop making appearances, and we are forced to confront that we do not actually know what the word "Celtic" refers to. Apologies for being uncultured swine. Grant continues to baffle and bamboozle us as he carries on down the road towards hometowns. 2025-03-061h 17
Cross LabExpert radiologist for the defense with 800+ cases on their behalfIn this episode of Cross Lab, hosts Steve Hohman and Olivia Espinosa welcome personal injury trial attorneys Susie Injijian and Jon Choate, along with personal injury and criminal defense attorney Russell Goodrow.Watch as these 3 attorneys cross-examine Steve, who portrays an expert radiologist on behalf of the defense. They’ll challenge his opinion that only soft tissue injuries and pre-existing conditions—not lingering effects from MTBI—are present in the plaintiff. What’s covered in this episode:Techniques for a 'yes, and' cross-examination that questions expert conclusionsHow to score points against an expert who protests t...2025-02-181h 17Wrong Reasons with Liv and GraceWeek 3 - The Bachelor (Grant)This week we are excited to talk about Grant's burgeoning music career and perhaps a little about the episode as well. Just a warning, our video call was on a slight delay so there are some pauses in the conversation while we wait for the audio to catch up. We were hoping we played it off smoothly, but listening back.... we did not.... Every time you hear an awkward pause, take that time to curse Xfinity in your mind. xoxo2025-02-171h 28
SO are the Days of Our Lives?!13 - The Body & Soul Era Begins (Season 60 Episode 6)Things are getting meta in Salem as folks prepare for "streaming's hottest new soap opera," Body & Soul! We've got non-actors preparing for their Daytime Emmy-worthy roles, creative location scouting, and some mistaken identity in the casting department... Will the "ancient argument" between Chanel and Alex prevent them from starring as Pineview's supercouple, Faith and Arrow? Will Stephanie's obvious love for Alex get in the way of him rehearsing his audition? And how much soap opera history can be packed into one scene?? All will be answered this episode. SATDOOL regulars Meredith & Grant are back to hash out t...2025-02-041h 23Wrong Reasons with Liv and GraceNight 1 - The Bachelor (Grant)Limos and lamas and violent t shirt canons, oh my! Grant's season start off strong with many, many smooches and some fun entrances. Grant is already proving to kind of be the strong, silent type, so it'll be up to this cast of women to stir things up. We have no doubt they are up to the task.
We are so excited to be back and recapping yet another Bachelor season for you all, and we hope you have as much fun listening as we did recording!
As always, we love you lots! xoxo 2025-02-011h 16
Tipsy Casting81. A Modern Class of Casting Visionaries- Featuring Olivia Grant!Join us as our popular series of highlighting the Modern Class of Casting Visionaries returns with the amazing UK Casting Director, Olivia Grant!
Olivia’s recent co-casting credits alongside Lucy Bevan include ‘Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy’, ‘Joy’, ‘Here’, ‘Lee’, ‘Masters of the Air’ and ‘What’s Love Got To Do With it?’. Her associate credits include ’The Batman’, ‘Barbie’ & ’The Dig’. Olivia worked as a Cast PA prior to working with Lucy Bevan from 2016-August 2024. Her first solo venture as a casting director is the upcoming feature ‘100 Nights of Hero’ starring Emma Corrin, Nicholas Galitzine, Maika Monroe & Ch...2025-01-2951 minWrong Reasons with Liv and GraceThe question game with Grant's cast (ft. Mason Lok!!)Okay we are SO back this time!! We biffed it on recapping the Golden Bachelor and we will be the first to admit it, but we can and will do better! That resolution starts with our favorite pre-season tradition, the question game with Mason Lok! As usual, he knows nothing about the show, we know too much! We're the perfect combination.
Another resolution Grace has is to stop saying "like" so much. Hate to sound like a boomer, but it is truly horrifying to listen back to.
Check out the ABC cast bios to follow...2025-01-261h 11
Schoolutions: Teaching Strategies to Strengthen School Culture, Empower Educators, & Inspire Student GrowthUrban Agriculture Education: Building Equitable Food Systems Through Community Grants with Christa NúñezIn this inspiring episode, I sit down with Christa Núñez, a transformative force in community agriculture and education. As founder of KHUBA International, Christa shares how she's revolutionizing access to land ownership and literacy through innovative programs like the Ubuntu Library and The Learning Farm. From securing a groundbreaking $700,000 grant for farm-stay housing to creating home libraries for underserved children, Christa reveals her strategic approach to building equitable food systems and empowering farmer-scholars.You will gain practical insights into:➡️Successful grant writing➡️Community partnership building➡️Nonprofit development Christa also discusses...2024-11-1841 minSO are the Days of Our Lives?!10 - Idiots & Morons & Clowns (Season 59 Episode 56)He's baaaack! Olivia's secret plot to turn Grant Sorenson into a DOOL superfan is going swimmingly as Grant returns to break down another episode. This time they're talking about Season 59 Episode 56, which is chock-full of action. Dimitri & Leo get delayed on their way to the submarine dock, Jada waits to be seen by a doc, Salem's newest cool teens solve a mystery with technology, & Nicole experiences a stunningly traumatic roadside birth. Meanwhile, as Sloane & Melinda hit a snag on their quest to get a baby by the end of the night, a miracle comes knocking at the door....2024-11-051h 30
Empowerment Junction: Stories of Resilience, Strength & RenewalRising Strong: How to Build Resilience and Bounce Back from Setbacks
In this empowering episode of Empowerment Junction, we revisit the essential skill of resilience—your ability to bounce back from life’s inevitable setbacks. Whether you’re facing personal challenges, professional obstacles, or just the day-to-day bumps in the road, resilience is the key to not only surviving but thriving.
Join me, as we explore practical strategies to strengthen your resilience, share powerful quotes that inspire determination, and discuss how you can turn every setback into a comeback. With actionable tips, insightful stories, and resources to help you grow, this episode is your guide to ris...2024-08-3126 min
Capes and JapesAdeline Kane & Grant WilsonToday we talk about Adeline Kane, who shot Deathstroke in the face after he endangered their youngest son, and kept that energy through the rest of her life. We also briefly discuss her oldest son Grant Wilson, who died tragically in a 4-D chess accident.
Today's mentioned & relevant media:
-The New Teen Titans (1980) #1-2, 34, 39, 42-44, 50-52, 56, 82, Annual #3
-The New Teen Titans (1984) #6, 10-11, 22, 25-27, 39, 47, 55, 62, 70-71, 82
-Teen Titans Spotlight (1986) #3-6
-Deathstroke (1991) #1-2, 4-7, 12, 16, 27-28, 30-34, 0, 41, 46-48, Annual #4
-Hawkman (1993) #19
-Titans (1999) #1, 9-12
-Teen Titans (2003) #31, 77-78
-Countdown (2007) #36
-Booster Gold (2007) #22, 24-25
-Deathstroke (2011) #4-7, 9, 0, 13, 19...2024-08-2754 minSO are the Days of Our Lives?!8 - The First Ever Episode of Days of our Lives (Season 1 Episode 1)This week, in a very special recap, Olivia takes a brief detour from Season 59 to break down the episode that started it all - the very first episode of Days of our Lives, which aired in 1965! Thanks to whoever uploaded it to YouTube, Grant Sorenson & Olivia were able to watch this moment in television history, and they have been changed for good.While a lot has changed over 60 years in Salem, some things stay the same. We've got rich dialogue, a few line flubs, and emotional range for miles! Join us while the Hortons adjust to life as...2024-07-0934 min
360 Yourself! With Jamie NealeEp 251: Improving Your Relationship With Self Awareness - Olivia Grant (Casting Director)Olivia Grant is a UK based Casting Director. Her most recent work includes ‘Masters of the Air’, co-cast with Lucy Bevan, a 9 part series for Apple TV+, executive produced by Steven Spielberg, Tom Hanks and Gary Goetzman, with a cast of 325 actors. Other credits, co-cast with Lucy Bevan include the Working Title romantic comedy ‘What’s Love Got To Do With It? & ‘Lee’ starring & produced by Kate Winslet. Projects currently in post production include ‘Joy’ starring Thomasin Mckenzie, Bill Nighy and James Norton & ‘Here’ directed by Robert Zemeckis, starring Tom Hanks and Robin Wright . Casting associate credits include Greta Gerwig’s ‘Barbie’ (winner of t...2024-06-3045 minSO are the Days of Our Lives?!7 - Green Girl's Sister is Doctor: The Pride Episode (Season 59 Episode 26)Brace yourselves, because Salem is messy this week! The delightful Grant Sorenson joins Olivia to break down the stunning conclusion of the Leo/Dimtri secret affair (a chaotic study of gay relationships to explore during Pride Month), the reveal of Talia & Shawn's night getting wasted, and the ultimate showdown between Vivian Alamain and her second amendment rights. Grant may have struggled to keep everyone's names straight, but all you need to know is that Green Girl is Doctor's sister, who slept with Cop, who's married to Wrap Dress, who's Color Block's daughter. Easy enough?Follow on I...2024-06-251h 19
We Cool?218. He is Rizzin' with Olivia CarterOlivia Carter (@ogcarter) joins the podcast to explain how to network at comedy festivals. Tommy tunes in from Lisbon, Portugal and gives a European-style update. Grant and Ryan podcast from Ryan's new mansion in the countryside.Go see Olivia Carter when she headlines Comedy Corner Underground in July!https://comedycornerunderground.com/shows-list/-2024-7e3zy-snjct-2k7lz-5ffky-7zda7-grlb6-fmffr-w8m4a-al3sj-k25ja-3csll-t35hs-kmhkh-kkrzfSign up for the patreon! patreon.com/wecoolpodcastGet the ...2024-06-1347 min
I'm No Genius#81 - We Are Now Olivia Rodrigo FansCam has recently fallen in love with the music of Olivia Rodrigo. Eli is baffled that one breakup can inspire enough songs to fill up two albums...but here we are. This episode is kind of all over the place (go figure.)2024-06-0358 min
UnstuckWhy You Need To Go On An Authenticity Journey with Olivia ThomasToday's conversation is so incredibly important. I'm joined by Olivia Thomas, who went on a personal authenticity journey to discover her true self and start improving her life in all aspects. Her journey started 4 years ago, and along the way, she learned all about the different healing modalities and mindset shifts to help her start showing up as the most authentic version of herself. Listen to this episode to learn how you can start your own personal authenticity journey and begin deepening the relationships in your life and showing up as your true self. We all have...2024-05-1850 min
Sisters and the Stars"Wonka" - Uninspiring and Forgettable…What was the point of this movie? Emily and her dad talk about all the missed opportunities of this film, how the story aspects felt tacked on, and how it lacked the substance and boldness needed for a Willy Wonka origin story.In this episode, Emily is joined again by their dad as they discuss the film Wonka, directed by Paul King, starring Timothée Chalamet, Hugh Grant, and Olivia Colman, released in December 2023. Jump into the conversation: Instagram: @sistersandthestarsYoutube: @sisterandthestarsEmail: sistersandthestars@gmail.com2024-01-0838 min
Capes and JapesGrant EmersonToday we talk about Grant Emerson, also known as Damage, who is a guy with exploding powers, a connection to the JSA, and a history of saving the world that one time.
Today's mentioned & relevant media:
-Damage (1994)
-Zero Hour: Crisis in Time (1994) #0
-The New Teen Titans (1984) #0, 115-130
-Green Lantern (1990) #57, 59
-Deathstroke (1991) #48-51
-Justice League Task Force (1993) #25-26, 30
-The Siege of the Zi Charam (1995)
-JLA/Titans (1998)
-The Titans (1999)
-Young Justice (1998) #49-52, 55
-JSA (1999) #49-51
-Infinite Crisis (2005) #1
-Justice Society of America (2007)
-JSA Kingdom Come Specials (2008)
-Trinity (2008) #13...2023-12-1254 min
The Twenty-First Century Townball PodcastChapter 4, Ep 3: The Inventors of TownballDaniel Jones is back but this time he is joined by his wife Adina! Adina has been along for the ride from the beginning and was the principal seamstress in making jerseys for the Newberg Quakers last year as well as other townball jerseys. Adina could not have done this without the help of Veritas alumna Olivia Veeman. Olivia was an avid townball player at Veritas and has since joined the Newberg Quakers, being one of the few to play in both West Coast Townball Tournaments back to back in 2022 and 2023. The 2022 west coast tournament was, in many ways...2023-10-171h 04
Fully Fearless with Olivia de SousaYou Can't Polish a Turd. Or Can You? Lessons from Grant DenyerWant to start your podcast? Get the 'Must Have Podcast Tech List' here.Hey there, magnetic mates! It's Olivia here, and I'm back with another episode of Magnetic Pod. In today's episode, titled "You Can't Polish a Turd...Or Can You?", we delve into a saying that we've all heard - that you can't polish a turd. But, have you ever wondered if there's any truth to that? Well, I recently listened to a story that challenged that notion and showed that sometimes, there's value in the things tha...2023-09-2712 min
Album ModeCXLIX. Olivia Rodrigo | GUTSThis week Démar and Adriel discuss Olivia Rodrigo's second studio album 'GUTS', how punks fans are winning the pop punk war of Rodrigo's music and how she's taken the colour purple's mantle from Prince.Démar’s rating: 8 / 10Adriel’s rating: 7 / 10The Love List: all-american bitch, bad idea right? ballad of a homeschooled girl, get him back!TIME CODES:10:30 - Colour purple12:25 - Grade 8 Adriel - younger crowd14:10 - For the angsty teenager15:55 - ‘Lacy’‘20:24 - She can sing but not tha...2023-09-221h 04
Brudne GadkiKiller Ice Cream, Olivia Dunne Boyfriend?, Barbie Movie Smash, Maui Fires
On this episode of Brudne Gadki we talk about Ice Cream that got recalled for having a deadly bacteria. We also talk about Olivia Dunne and who she is dating and finally we talk about how Barbie is a billion dollar movie. Enjoy the show.
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Midwest BuzzMy labor and delivery storyOlivia shares the birth story of Grant and it gets a little tmi (fair warning) but that's birth for you. 2023-05-2255 min
Check The Locks: A True Crime PodcastThe Disappearance of Tara GrantIt's Valentine's Day 2007 in Macomb County, Michigan when Tara Lynn Grant is reported missing. According to her husband, Stephen Grant, he had not seen or heard from her since an argument they had five days prior. Could Tara, a successful businesswoman, have simply chosen to go off the grid? Or did something darker take place? Join Olivia Cornu and John Conner as they dive deep into the dark to discuss the Disappearance of Tara Grant. Will this story be enough to make you...check the locks?If you or a family member is a victim of Domestic...2022-09-2647 min
Middle School Mysteries: The SeriesChanged MysteryA creepy and shocking story by Olivia lanham, this story was inspired by the original game “Changed” a tricky puzzle game, made in little time yet came out with a long list of words. By Olivia Lanham2022-05-1606 min
The Genomics LabTransposons and epigenetic priming of enhancers within early human embryo development with Dr Christopher ToddIn today's episode I spoke again to Dr Christopher Todd from the Babraham institute. Chris is a postdoctoral researcher in Wolf Reiks lab who talked to me about transposable elements and epigenetic priming of enhancers with human embryonic development. Chris gave a great talk at GREECS 2022 where he discussed his research and I absolutely loved his talk, so immediately messaged him to join me on the podcast! If like me, you feel unclear on what exactly are transposable elements, the details of their function & classification and want to learn more about enhancer priming, stay tuned to learn l...2022-04-131h 26
Schoolutions: Teaching Strategies to Strengthen School Culture, Empower Educators, & Inspire Student GrowthSecrets to Funding Creative Education Projects in Public SchoolsWhen Public School Resources Are Low, Here's How One Community Stepped Up to Make a DifferenceDiscover how the Ithaca Public Education Initiative (IPEI) transformed the Ithaca City School District by creating innovative funding solutions that support teachers, boost student engagement, and strengthen parent involvement. In this inspiring episode, learn from (former) Executive Director Steve Manley and educator Joyce Putnam about building sustainable community partnerships that provide real resources for classrooms.What You'll Learn:• How to create independent school foundations that work alongside districts• Three different grant types that fund everything from supplies to $...2022-03-2123 min
The Genomics LabNeuroscience meets epigenetics - Doctor Ben ReinTGL made it to 2022! On todays episode, I spoke to Dr Benjamin Rein, a neuroscientist all the way from Stanford. We speak all about Bens experience of science communication on social media, Ben uses Tik Tok & instagram to make awesome short videos on scientific papers and topics and has gained a following of +600,000 on tik tok! He also talks all about his passion for neuroscience, his PhD research and then we talked a lot about stuff we dont know a lot about! Hope you enjoy this conversation & be sure to check Ben out on so...2022-02-181h 27
EsExito PodcastCarla Arimont Lincoln, Lincoln Leadership AdvisorsHoy en EsÉxito estamos con Carla Arimont Lincoln. Carla vive en Houston y es socia fundadora de Lincoln Leadership Advisors, una consultora de adquisición y gestión de líderes, Lo que a veces simplificamos y llamamos Head Hunters. Carla es de Barcelona. Su padre quiso que estudiara en Estados Unidos, y con 11 años fue a un internado en Suiza, y después a Washington DC, donde estudió Relaciones Internacionales en Georgetown University, y Ciencias Políticas en The George Washington University, también en Washington DC. Su plan era ser parte del cuerp...2022-02-1059 min
The Grant and Brody ShowThe BiGCast Episode 11 Guest: Jason DeasonWelcome Back to the BiGCast! In this episode, we sit down with the Principal of Alexandria High School, Mr. Jason Deason. We told you about his daughter's story back in Episode 7! Mr. Deason's youngest daughter, Olivia Grace, was born nearly 13 weeks premature and weighed 1 pound 1 ounce. She would go on to spend 4 1/2 months in the hospital. She was able to return home on December 10, 2021!
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Neutral Cider HotelIt Was The Perfect Time For Fred Durst To Come Back In My Life (2021 Year in Review)Celebrate the death of another year with Gabe Cook, Grant Hutchison and Martyn Goodwin-Sharman, as they ring out 2021 at the Neutral Cider Hotel!It’s an episode of reflection, as our own Narcissus Gabe jumps on the cider horse and guides the guys down a winding track to hunt a certain cider mole, offending his own mum and Scotch cider makers along the way!As 2020 was eventful to say the least, it felt right to round out the year with an episode dedicated to the sequel and all its highlights. The guys chat everything they’ve l...2022-01-012h 18
The Genomics LabSpatial transcriptomics with Dr Patrick CN MartinIn today's episode I spoke again to Dr Patrick CN Martin from the Biotech research and innovation centre at the University of Copenhagen, about spatial transcriptomics. Patrick is a post doctoral researcher who has been working on ST and more specifically, this pre print which we also took a deep dive into, on todays episode! Patricks new tool, named Vesalius (stay tuned to find out why) is able to decipher tissue anatomy from ST data by converting transcriptomic information into a color code for image segmentation. The tool is able to successfully detect tissue architecture in mouse e...2021-12-081h 17
The Genomics LabEpigenetics & fertility with Alka GuptaThis week I spoke to Alka Gupta. Alka has just finished up her PhD and begun her postdoctoral position at UCSC in the Sharma Lab where she is now working on epigenetic inheritance. Today we spoke about her PhD research in which she was looking at the role of microRNAs in male infertility. We learnt about Sertoli cells, spermatogenesis and shrinking testis! Tune in to find out more!Contact Alka here: https://twitter.com/alka_gupta__GREECS registration link: https://whova.com/portal/registration/early_202201/2021-11-171h 11
The Genomics LabBiomarkers in genomics with Dr Paul OkunieffToday I speak to Dr Paul Okunieff , founder and consultant of Diacarta. DiaCarta is a leading translational genomics and personalized diagnostics company based in California. DiaCarta provides highly sensitive and advanced technologies aiming to change the landscape of precision medicine and molecular diagnostics by impacting healthcare treatment plans and the well-being of individuals around the world. Today me and Paul chat about the use of biomarkers in genomics, we touch on his recent coauthored papers in nature scientific reports here. We also discuss some ethical issues behind biomarkers and how events like 9/11 led Paul to pursue his career in...2021-10-2754 min
Beyond the Numbers with Grant ThorntonPlanning is crucial for businesses after lockdownIn our podcast, Kirsten Taylor-Martin, Private Advisory Partner at Grant Thornton, and Olivia Hitchens, Principal at Hitchens Advisory, discuss what businesses should be doing now to prepare themselves for the months ahead. From pre-Christmas spending sprees, to the legal and financial considerations and expectations leaders must navigate, they discuss tips for businesses as we make our way through this new post-lockdown world.2021-10-2726 min
The Genomics LabThe dark matter of the genome with Sudarshan PinglayOn todays episode, I speak to Sudarshan Pinglay, a PhD student from NYU medical center. Sudarshan is involved in the dark matter project- we talk about the dark matter of the genome, where introns, repetitive and regulatory elements reside. Sudarshan works specifically on the HOXA locus. The Hox family of genes pattern the head to tail axis in the developing embryo. In mammals, there are are four separate clusters (HoxA,B,C and D). Both space and time of Hox gene expression is colinear to their sequence in the genome. Loss of this leads to serious defects. Suda...2021-10-061h 09
The Genomics LabThe immune system: B cells and Epigenetics with Dr Hamish KingIn todays episode, I speak to Dr Hamish King, a Sir Henry Wellcome Fellow affiliated with the Blizard Institute at Queen Mary University of London. Hamish is interested in how errors in gene regulation lead to changes in the behaviour and function of B cells, an important cell type in our immune system that makes antibodies to fight and remember infections. Hamish talks about how he uses wet lab and bioinformatic techniques to answer these questions. Dr King is also due to become a laboratory head at WEHI in early 2022, where his lab will focus on answering a range...2021-09-221h 14
The Genomics LabEpigenetic biomarkers of exposure to tobacco smoke : A biosocial approach with Alexandria AndrayasWelcome to Episode 29 of The Genomics Lab! On today's episode we talk to Alexandria Andrayas who is a PhD candidate in the Soc-B Centre for doctoral training which is a new and unique programme in biosocial research. The programme is funded by the Economic and Social Research Council and the Biotechnology & Biological Sciences Research Council. It combines the strengths of the University of Essex, Manchester and UCL. The impact of smoking on health can be mediated through several biological pathways and it is well documented that smoking can be linked to large differences in DNA methylation as Alex discusses...2021-09-081h 02
The Genomics LabDissecting the binding mechanisms of Transcription Factors to DNA with Dr Patrick CN MartinWelcome to Episode 28 of The Genomics Lab! On today's episode we talk to Dr.Patrick CN Martin who is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Copenhagen. He completed his PhD in Dr Radu Zabets lab in 2020 where he investigated the binding mechanisms of transcription factors to DNA. His research involved development of an R package, ChIPAnalyser. A user-friendly, versatile and powerful R/Bioconductor package predicting and modelling the binding of TFs to DNA. ChIPanalyser performs similarly to state-of-the-art tools, but is an explainable model and provides biological insights into binding mechanisms of transcription factors to DNA. His research...2021-08-251h 10
The Genomics LabRemote control of gene expression: enhancers and the 4D genome with Professor Wendy BickmoreThis week we are honoured to host Professor Wendy Bickmore, the Director of the MRC Human Genetics unit at the University of Edinburgh. Wendys research laboratory focuses on trying to better understand the 3D organisation of the genome, and how this controls how the genome functions during normal development. They are further interested in how this may be perturbed into disease. Wendy talks to us about some of her recent work which has been extremely important for better understanding enhancer function and also, some of the challenges and questions which remain to be answered in the field. She also...2021-08-111h 16
The Genomics LabRattlesnakes and Population Genomics with Kat IveyWelcome back! Today we are talking to Kathleen Ivey, a PhD student from the University of Texas at Arlington in the Castoe Lab. Kat talks to us all about her journey to her PhD, with a background in vet tech & herpetology. Kat now focuses on population genomics, with a particular interest in Rattlesnakes. She tells us all about being out in the field collecting the species right through to the laboratory investigation of gene expression! Find links to Kats socials below!Kats twitter: https://twitter.com/KatIvey2Kats publications : https://scholar.google.com/citations?user...2021-07-281h 11
The Genomics LabMaking connections between epigenetics and evolution with Dr Peter SarkiesWelcome back for another episode! This week we chat to Dr Peter Sarkies from Imperial College London / MRC LMS! Peter is a senior lecturer running his own laboratory which aims to make connections between epigenetic gene regulation and evolution. Peter talks to us all about his research involving investigation of a wide range of epigenetic pathways including small RNA's such as Piwi interacting RNAs (piRNAs), DNA methylation and histone modification. Talking about RNAs is a first for us on the podcast, so we really enjoyed listening to everything Peter had to say! Publication relevant t...2021-07-141h 21
The Genomics LabEpigenetic regulation in neurodegenerative diseases with Dr Sarah MarziOn todays episode, we talk to Dr Sarah Marzi from Imperial College London all about her work into the epigenetic regulation in neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimers and Parkinsons. Sarah tells us about her journey into this field and describes what exactly neurodegenerative diseases are?! She also talks to us about her contributions to the field so far, including her work on epigenetic modifications, more specifically histone acetylation differences in people with and without Alzheimers and what these histone modifications mean for gene regulation. She also tells us all about the current and future plans for her research and her...2021-06-301h 06
What'sHerNameTHE EXILE Stefania TurkevychStefania Turkevych was one of Galicia’s most talented and prolific classical composers – and then the Russian Revolution turned her world upside down. When she fled the USSR to find a new home, through Italy, Ireland, and to her final home in England, her work was lauded all across the continent.But fame is fickle when nobody speaks your language! Discover this forgotten star – Ukraine’s first female classical composer – with our guest Dr. Erica Glenn.Erica Glenn is a current Fulbright Scholar and Director of Choral Activities at Brigham Young University – Hawaii. Previously, she worked at Ari...2021-06-2835 min
The Genomics LabDNA nanotechnology with Dr Andrew J LeeThis week we took a slight detour away from our normal topic of conversation (Genomics) and immersed ourselves into the world of DNA nanotechnology with Dr Andrew J Lee, the centre manager of the Bragg Centre for materials research. Andy is a weaver of DNA and nanoscale filmaker in the Bioelectronics group. He develops nanostructures that are self assembled from DNA molecules to template, control and study a variety of single biological entities and inorganic processes. We spoke about Andrews academic background, what DNA nanotechnology is, its methods AND its applications. This episode was so fascinating and Andy explains a...2021-06-1659 min
The Genomics LabNon-CG Methylation and its Role in Development with Dr Ozren BogdanovicOur second guest from the Garvan Institute of Medical Research in Sydney, is DrOzren Bogdanovic. We are so privileged to talk today to Ozren about his work in developmental epigenetics which covers how DNA methylation participates in diverse developmental processes, and how deposition and removal of the methylation mark impacts upon embryonic and germline integrity. We discuss his recent publication on non-CG methylation at satellite DNA repeats - something a little different this week! Widespread non-CG methylation occurs in mammalian embryonic stem cells and in the brain. In mammals, it is found at CAC trinucleotides in the ne...2021-06-0959 minAlbum ModeXLV. Sour | Olivia RodrigoThis week Demar and Adriel discuss Olivia Rodrigo’s debut album “Sour”, and whether Rodrigo is a young Taylor Swift or Hayley Williams. Demar’s rating: 6.75 Adriel’s rating: 7 The Love List: brutal, deja vu, driver’s license, jealousy jealousy, traitor P.S. God, its brutal out here. Follow us: @AlbumModePod AdrielSmileyOfficial & Adrielsmiley on CH @DemarjGrant & @demar on CH2021-05-2540 min
The Genomics LabThe association between socioeconomic factors, the methylome and heart failure with Dr Mark Pepin and Dr Adam WendeOn todays episode we speak to Dr Adam Wende and Dr Mark Pepin! We discuss their recent publication which has been all over twitter recently! During the research, they identified an association between socioeconomic factors, the methylome, & heart failure. We discuss all of the motivations, methodological techniques and interesting findings from the study! Adam and Mark previously worked together, with Adam being Marks doctoral supervisor, but they tell us about their common interest for running & the future plans for their research and careers. Stay tuned to find out more.Find the publication here: https://journals.physiology.org...2021-05-191h 07
The Genomics LabExtrachromosomal circular DNA, chromosome evolution & circular DNA in human disease with the Regenberg Lab (Dr Birgitte Regenberg and Dr Sam Keating)In today's episode we speak to Dr Birgitte Regenberg and Dr Sam Keating from the Regenberg Lab, University of Copenhagen, about extrachromosomal circular DNA and it's significance in human disease.Circular DNA originates from chromosomes but differs from linear chromosomes as they mostly don’t have centromeres - so if a gene is trapped on a circle, it can amplify its copy number to much above the normal 2 copies in a few cell cycles. If the gene is expressed, this means that much more protein is produced than it should be. The Regenberg lab aims to u...2021-05-121h 10
The Genomics LabSingle Cell Technology Development and Spatial Omics with Dr Cátia MoutinhoWe've reached episode 20!!!In celebration of our twentieth episode, we are speaking today to Dr Cátia Moutinho about single cell sequencing and spatial omics - two up and coming techniques that everyone seems to be talking about at the moment. Cátia is Group Leader of the Single Cell Technology Development in the Garvan Institute in Sydney, Australia.The aim of Cátia's lab is to perform and optimise single-cell-related experiments, to develop the latest methods and approaches in molecular cellular genomics. We talk today about the importance of the development of these techniques, how...2021-05-051h 10
The Genomics LabThe importance of DNA damage in all areas of disease and the potential for personally tailored oncological treatments based on the analysis of DNA damage using machine learning, with Dr Anna PoetschThis week we speak to Anna Postsch. Anna is a group leader at the biotechnology center at the University Dresden! Her group employs computational techniques and machine learning approaches to assess and model DNA damage and repair processes, mutagenesis and genome editing to develop clinical applications. We also had some interesting conversations about taking machine learning methods into medicine and the security and trust surrounding machine learning. Dr Poetsch also discusses her diverse background and interesting career journey to her current position!! Listen along to find out all about her academic background, her research and insight into applying ML in...2021-04-281h 09
The Genomics LabCancer epigenetics & the role of Ybx1 in fine tuning PRC2 activity to control embryonic brain development with Dr Myron EvansOn this weeks episode we are discussing Cancer and developmental biology in genomics with Dr Myron Evans! Myron is currently a post doctoral research fellow at St Judes Childrens research hospital in Memphis, Tennesse! Myron discusses with us his journey into cancer biology and shares a unique perspective of life working at a research hospital. He tells us all about his work into Ybx1 and how it fine tunes Polycomb repressive complex 2 activity to direct embryonic brain development. Additionally, Myron fills us in on all the cool techniques and methods he has used during his research! Access D...2021-04-211h 07
The Genomics LabThe role of Yq-linked genes in fertility and offspring sex ratio with Dr Peter EllisWe're back after the Easter Break with an extremely interesting episode with Dr Peter Ellis from the School of Biosciences at the University of Kent! Dr.Ellis is a Lecturer in Molecular Genetics and Reproduction at the University of Kent. His research thus far has involved the identification of novel genes on the mouse Y chromosome that affect sperm head shape and fertility; the discovery of a genomic conflict between the mice sex chromosomes as they compete to influence offspring sex ratio. Also the identification of mechanisms regulating meiotic and post-meiotic transcriptional silencing of the sex chromosomes. His lab...2021-04-141h 17
The Genomics LabDNA methylation & epigenetic reprogramming during development with Dr Maxim GreenbergJoin us today as we speak to Dr Maxim Greenberg, located at the Institut Jacques Monod in the heart of Paris. IJM is one of the premier institutes for fundamental research in the life sciences in France. Maxim's lab aims to better understand the epigenetic consequences of DNA methylation during a specific window of development which occurs in the first week of embryogenesis but ripples throughout life. Another aim of the Greenberg lab is to better understand what DNAme is doing when it is not at promoters? And its corollary: how do promoters stay DNA methylation free?...2021-03-311h 13
Musician Talk with Grant JohnsonEpisode 9: Music Therapy with Olivia LaurenMusician Talk is talking about anything having to do with being a musician or anything about music. Find me on Instagram @grant.johnson.music and on Facebook @grant.johnson.music. My YouTube channel where this episode as well @Grant Johnson Music. Please go support Olivia on her social medias!!! Follow her on Instagram @olivialauren.music and follow on Facebook @Olivia Lauren Music. Subscribe to her YouTube Channel @Olivia Lauren Music. She also goes live with live music on Session on Thursdays and Saturdays at 8pm EST.
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The Genomics LabThe Role of Mitochondrial Quality Control Pathways in Familial and Non-Familial Variants of Disease, with David TumbarelloJoin us today as we speak to Dr David Tumbarello, from the University of Southampton, as he talks to us about his dynamic and varied academic career that has taken him from New York, to Southampton, stopping off at a number of places in between!! David's lab currently focuses on understanding the cellular mechanisms and molecular machinery required for subcellular trafficking of membrane associated and cytosolic cargo via endocytosis and autophagy. Knowledge of these mechanisms is critical for understanding the molecular mechanisms of cancer and neurodegenerative diseases , which stem from defects in various membrane trafficking and cell signalling pathways.2021-03-241h 09
The Genomics LabEvolutionary genomics- exploring the genomic basis of biological adaptations and transitions with Dr Jordi Paps MontserratIn today's episode, we speak to Dr Jordi Paps-Montserrat, lecturer in the School of Biological Sciences at the University of Bristol. Jordi did his PhD at the University of Barcelona, before completing his post-doc at the University of Oxford. We talk with Jordi today about his work on evolutionary genomics, and how we can elucidate biological adaptations and the origins on animals and plants throughout evolution by looking at the genomic and molecular pathways underlying these evolutionary shifts.Contact Jordi here: jordi.paps@bristol.ac.ukJordi's Twitter: @JordiPapsView Alex's paper, which...2021-03-171h 10
The Genomics LabGenomic analysis of the Ashanti Dwarf pig of Ghana and Sustainable agricultural production utilising genomic tools with Sethlina Naa Dodua AryeeJoin us today as we speak to an inspirational Woman in STEM, Sethlina Naa Dodua Aryee, raised in Ghana, who moved to the University of Cambridge to complete her PhD in sustainable food production through the use of genomic and bioinformatic tools - a global issue that she has been passionate about for her whole life. Sethlina speaks to us today about her research into the genomics of the indigenous Ashanti Dwarf pig, following cross-breeding of the indigenous species with some overseas species, as well as the differences between studying in Ghana and the UK. The indigenous Ashanti dwarf...2021-03-101h 08
The Genomics LabCelebrating Women in STEM for International Women's Day, with Dr Louise Beard and Dr Michelle Taylor: Bonus Ep2In order to celebrate International Women's Day 2021, we have picked two inspirational role models at our University and invited them to speak to us about their experiences of being a woman in science. We learn about their varied and exciting careers, and then we discuss all of our personal experiences of being a woman in science - from how we were inspired into the field, what we feel are the biggest barriers and how to overcome them, as well as some really great advice from both Dr Louise Beard and Dr Michelle Taylor on all stages of the academic...2021-03-081h 02
The Genomics LabCTCF binding, nucleosome positioning and 3D chromatin organization with Dr Christopher ClarksonIn today's episode, we are excited to be talking to Dr Christopher Clarkson, currently based at UCL, where he has just started a post-doctoral research position.In 2020, Dr. Clarkson completed his PhD at the University of Essex where he investigated changes of nucleosome positioning and 3D chromatin organization! In today's episode, we discuss how CTCF binding strength correlates with nucleosome repeat length and what the implications are of this on gene regulation. We further discuss how regions in the genome where CTCF is able to bind are extremely important for cellular differentiation and boundary formation within the...2021-03-031h 07
The Genomics LabDesigner Babies, Disseminating Science, and Dinosaurs with Professor Darren GriffinIn today's episode, we are privileged to be speaking to Professor Darren Griffin, who is currently based at the University of Kent, where he is the director of the Centre for Interdisciplinary Studies of Reproduction, and Professor of Genetics.Darren is President of the International Chromosome and Genome Society, and is a world leader in the field of cytogenetics, performing the first successful cytogenetic preimplantation genetic diagnosis, as well as playing a large role in the development of a universal test for genetic disease in IVF, known as karyomapping. Darren also sits on the faculty of CoGen...2021-02-241h 13
The Genomics LabRunning a genomics core facility and discussing careers in genomics - Nicky HalesDon't miss today's episode, as we are joined by Nicky Hales, who runs a Genomics Core Facility in Texas! This episode is a little different to usual, as we are focusing more on a genomics based career path, and excitingly, it's a career path we did not know much about - so it was a real learning curve to talk to Nicky. Nicky explains to us how she found herself in this position, what a Core Facility is (we had no idea before chatting to Nicky!), the significance of core facilities, and what a typical day looks like for...2021-02-1751 min
The Genomics LabSocial media in academia and networking as a PhD student - Joseph Festa and Brad Richardson (Bonus Ep1)Something a little different - our first BONUS episode. Today we talk to Brad and Joe about our experience of using social media as a networking an science communications tool. Brad and Joe briefly introduce their research (for once, not genomics......) and we then discuss the pros and cons of a number of social media platforms, as well as the power of social media as a networking and opportunities tool. We had so much fun filming this episode, so we hope you enjoy listening to something a little more relaxed than the usual hardcore science!Contact Joe...2021-02-101h 09
Pilates Teachers' ManualSpecial Guest - Maria EarleThe lovely Maria Earle joins me on the podcast today. As a Second Generation Pilates teacher who studied extensively with Kathy Grant, she shares her experiences as a student and a teacher, reflects on her teacher training, and gives some great advice for Pilates teachers. I want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @pilatesteachersmanual. Full show notes, episode transcription, and chapter markers can be found on the podcast website here: http://bit.ly/pilatesteachersmanual. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for updates, and rate and review wherever yo...2021-02-0544 min