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The HyperthesisThe Hyperthesis Team's Perspectives on Science and PhD Life at the 100th EpisodeJoin the Hyperthesis Podcast as we celebrate a very special milestone - EPISODE 100! To account for a century of episodes, the Hyperthesis team have decided to change things up in this extended episode by recording our audio and video so you can watch the episode unfold. We start the episode with Liam discussing a recent analogue gravity conference he attended at the University of Nottingham, prompting him to reflect back on the first episode of the podcast. Liam discusses how his relationship with his research field has changed since our first episode, and we all chat about how we...2025-05-022h 25
Between 2 Hats: LFGMortgage Queen: Beth O’Brien’s Billion-Dollar BlueprintBeth O’Brien didn’t just step into the mortgage industry — she redefined it.In this episode of Between 2 Hats LFG, we sit down with the powerhouse herself — Beth O’Brien, Founder & CEO of Encore Finance, and one of the most influential women in real estate finance. With over $20 billion in transactions under her belt and a legacy that spans Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, Auction.com, and CoreVest, Beth breaks down the mindset, grit, and moves that built her empire.We dive into her transition from Wall Street to real estate, how she became a pioneer in the SFR...2025-04-231h 02The HyperthesisThe Next Generation of Data VisualizationJoin the Hyperthesis crew in episode 99 as we talk about our experiences and thoughts on data visualization in science: how we portray data, equations, and reality versus imagination. Before delving into that, Patrick leads the episode by discussing a paper about the cycling science and lifetimes of Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) batteries. Liam ends the episode with a brief history of simulation, which surprisingly dates all the way back to the year 1777.LFP batter paper from the Dahn Lab: https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1149/1945-7111/ad6cbd/metaEngineering...2025-03-241h 20
The Irish Pagan School PodcastEverything You Think You Know About Saint Patrick is WrongSend us a textSt. Patrick: What’s the Real Story? → https://irishpaganschool.com/p/st-patrick ☘️You’ve heard the tales - Saint Patrick drove the snakes out of Ireland, the snakes were actually Druids, he wiped out the Druids, and converted the whole island to Christianity. But what if we told you none of that is true?In this episode, Lora O’Brien from the Irish Pagan School sorts fact from fiction, debunking the biggest myths about Saint Patrick:🔥 Did Patrick actually banish snakes from Ireland? (Spoiler: There were never any snakes to begin with...2025-03-1713 minThe HyperthesisThe Lesser Known World of Evidence-based Teaching with Jon ClarkeWelcome to episode 97 of the Hyperthesis where we discuss all things dark matter and physics education with Jon Clarke. Jon Clarke is a PhD student at Queen's University where he is working with the NEWS-G dark matter detector, analyzing data from the latest experimental runs. Before starting his PhD, Jon taught high school physics in the UK before providing training for a total of 300 high school physics teachers. Before we delve into Jon's work, the introduction topic touches on some new findings from the Euclid Dark Matter space telescope. Patrick ends the episode with a story about Vera Rubin...2025-03-081h 37The HyperthesisThe Science and Business of (medical) Drug Delivery with Matt CampeaJoin us for this episode of the Hyperthesis as we delve into the world of the body and the small with our guest, Dr. Matt Campea. Currently working as a Scientific Specialist with Cytiva, we delve into his current work on customizable nanoparticles and previous research on drug-loaded nanoparticles. This includes developing improved methods to help with cancers, schizophrenia, and other challenging diseases. Before then, Liam discusses a new technique for drug delivery using injectable drug-containing gels whose release can be controlled through shape and composition instead of more invasive methods. Patrick ends the episode with the story about...2025-02-281h 39
The Big PictureThe Big Picture - Featuring Patrick O'BrienIn today's episode of "The Big Picture," hosts Rich Swerbinsky and Rob Chrisman welcomed Patrick O'Brien, CEO of LenderLogix, to discuss current trends in the mortgage industry. The conversation covered various topics, including recent layoffs at the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) and the impact of inflation on the housing market. O'Brien provided insights into how these factors are influencing loan originators and the broader real estate finance landscape.The trio also explored innovative solutions for non-delegated lenders, focusing on strategies to enhance onboarding processes and default management. O'Brien shared how LenderLogix is addressing these challenges through technology-driven...2025-02-2048 min
The TechEd PodcastDemystifying Nuclear Power: Recommissioning, SMRs, and a Clean Energy Future - Patrick O'Brien, Director of Government Affairs and Communications at Holtec InternationalWith energy consumption skyrocketing and sustainability challenges becoming more pressing, nuclear energy is once again in the spotlight.But while its potential is undeniable, there's still a lot of public misperception of nuclear. For many, the words "nuclear energy" conjure outdated fears that overlook decades of innovation, safety advancements, and the vast opportunities in nuclear power today. In this episode of The TechEd Podcast, host Matt Kirchner sits down with Patrick O’Brien, Director of Government Affairs and Communications at Holtec International, to demystify nuclear energy and explore its transformative potential as a cornerstone of cl...2025-01-1543 minThe HyperthesisLet's Put Telescopes on Balloons with Mayukh BagchiJoin Pheely, Liam, Patrick and special guest Mayukh Bagchi on the Hyperthesis Podcast! Mayukh is currently a PhD candidate at Queen's University. His research focuses on balloon radio astronomy. Balloon astronomy involves letting very large balloons float into the upper atmosphere whilst carrying scientific equipment to observe and take measurements of the cosmos. We discuss the various benefits of balloon astronomy compared to terrestrial approaches, along with Mayukh's passion for science communication. Before delving into this however, Pheely discusses new research from the Satellites Around Galactic Analogs (SAGA) Survey team and how our Milky Way galaxy may not truly...2024-12-131h 06The HyperthesisHow Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Works with Duncan OsmondJoin Liam, Pheely, and Patrick as we welcome Duncan Osmond to Hyperthesis. Duncan is currently a Systems Engineer with the Naval Engineering Test Establishment, but has a background in Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) research. While we briefly touch on the open part of his current work, we delve deeper into MR and his research at the University of New Brunswick. Before then, Patrick talks about the inspiring and extreme field research conducted by Dr. Russell Schnell, along with new findings about how much carbon the ocean can store. Pheely ends off the episode with a story about the failed...2024-12-061h 19The HyperthesisBlack Holes to the Extreme(al) with Billy SieversWelcome to the Hyperthesis, where this week, we welcome special guest Billy Sievers. Billy is a Ph.D Student at McMaster University studying self-intersecting surfaces inside black holes and connections to quantum gravity. Before we dive into his research (and get a fun quiz on dimensions), Liam tells us about a trinary black hole system and it's discovery and chaos. Patrick ends the episode with a cosmology-adjacent person, Hendrik Lorentz.
Check out our episode on Chaos: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3CgkgF2A36AwsP3JD2dswR?si=V5ToAXXBQOC54MNVSrONww
2024-11-221h 23The HyperthesisMaking Light of Dark Matter at SNOLAB with Jean-Marie CoquillatJoin Patrick, Pheely, Liam, and special guest Jean-Marie Coquillat as we explore the depths of dark matter detection. After discussing the current state of the art of dark matter detectors at SNOLAB, we speak with Jean-Marie about his current research on the NEWS-G dark matter detector. Jean-Marie speaks about how the detector operates and how he is working on rejecting background noise the limits of dark matter detection are pushed. He also delves into other research related to his current PhD research at Queen's University. Finally, Liam ends the episode with a story about the driving force behind SNOLAB...2024-11-161h 16The HyperthesisGuess Who's Back? (for Season 7)Join Patrick, Pheely, and Liam as we recap our summer of research as we start our seventh season of the Hyperthesis. We provide updates about our summer, going a little bit in depth from everything we did. This includes using dams as inspiration for ultracold atom theory, creating digital twins of forests, and talking about the publication from some of our hosts and past guests. We end the episode with an update from the world of science over the summer.
Check out Liam, Pheely, and Dean's paper here: https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1751-8121...2024-11-011h 06
Shaping OpinionWhy is School Choice Gaining Traction?, with Patrick WolfPatrick Wolf joins Tim to shed light on why school choice is exploding across the country. The list of states passing or pursuing legislation for more school choice is on the rise weekly. Patrick has long been at the forefront on the issue of school choice. He talks about the impact on the pandemic, which he says revealed a lot to parents about their kids’ public school education.https://traffic.libsyn.com/forcedn/shapingopinion/Why_is_School_Choice_Gaining_Traction_auphonic.mp3He is a Distinguished Professor of Education Policy. He is th...2024-06-1737 minThe HyperthesisCan Biology be Quantum? Also... Dancing RaisinsJoin the Pheely, Liam, and Patrick for episode 82 of The Hyperthesis podcast! In this episode we discuss the field of Quantum biology which proposes that certain functions in living organisms may only be explained through quantum mechanics. Some particular examples that are covered include our sense of vision and smell, enzyme catalysis inside of the cells of organisms, and the ability for birds to detect magnetic fields through quantum entanglement. Before this, we discuss a paper that studies raisin dynamics in a carbonated beverage (yes, we know this sounds weird), and after we end the episode with some history...2024-05-241h 10The HyperthesisUnderstanding Nature Through Statistics with Dr. Jonathon RiddellJoin the Pheely, Liam, and Patrick as they welcome Dr. Jonathon Riddell to the show. Johnathon is a quantum many-body physicist at the University of Birmingham in the UK who studies the foundations of statistical mechanics. We dive into everything from thermalization and quantum many bodies to how chaotic systems can be described as we explore the complex research involved in Jonathon's work. Before then, Pheely looks at aging in glass and Patrick ends the episode with the history of thermodynamics.
Check out Johnathon's Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JonathonRiddell
2024-05-101h 23The HyperthesisScience of Spectral AnalysisJoin us for the 80th episode of the Hyperthesis as we discuss everything from spectroscopy and water walkers to a poem about spectres. Patrick talks about a spectroscopy conference he attended recently while Liam discusses a paper about bugs on top of water and how that relates to micro plastics. Finally, Pheely sends us off with some etymology and a poem.
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Question, comments, concerns? Interested in being a guest on our show? Send us an e...2024-05-0553 minThe HyperthesisThe Ethical Dilemmas of Artificial Intelligence with David EliotJoin the Hyperthesis team (including Patrick this time) as we welcome our guest David Eliot, a PhD student at the University of Ottawa. David researches the social impact of artificial intelligence along with the idea of a data economy. We discuss the intricacies of what is needed to train popular AI models while also touching on the social aspects of using AI programs and how our data is used. Before then, we discuss the use of machine learning in spectral imaging and end with a story about the history of research in AI.
See...2024-04-271h 16The HyperthesisTwo Theorists on a Random WalkIn this episode of the Hyperthesis Podcast we have a more relaxed conversation in store for our listeners! We are missing 1/3 of our brainpower because Patrick is away at a conference in Spain. Lucky man! Without our favourite experimentalist to keep everything on track, Liam and Pheely decide to take a random walk through various topics ranging from logic to relativistic quantum mechanics.
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Question, comments, concerns? Interested in being a guest on our show...2024-04-201h 02The HyperthesisOnce-a-Lifetime Experience of Total Solar EclipseJoin the Hyperthesis team as we discuss the upcoming total solar eclipse of 2024 in Ontario. Patrick is on a journey to see this once a lifetime event which he will be flying in from Alberta! We start this episode off by discussing putting astronomical instruments to orbit around the moon, rather than around the earth. Then we talk about how an eclipse works, and how rare the total solar eclipses are. Solar eclipses allow us to study the sun in a different way, with the assist from our very moon. We end the episode with the story of the...2024-04-0555 min
Ordinary Unhappiness45: The Fantasy of Family and the Meaning of Family Abolition feat. Sophie Lewis and M.E. O’BrienAbby and Patrick welcome writer Sophie Lewis and writer and psychotherapist M.E. O’Brien to discuss their recent books on family abolition, Abolish the Family: A Manifesto for Care and Liberation and Family Abolition: Capitalism and the Communizing of Care. They discuss the roots of “abolition” as a philosophical concept, why it doesn’t simply mean “destruction,” and the historical relationship of family abolition to movements for police and prison abolition. Turning to the “family form” itself, they juxtapose the family as an abstract social ideal with the actual history of the nuclear family as an institution fundamentally related to the p...2024-03-162h 03
Big Muddy MayhemEpisode 21, Michael Swango and Dr. Patrick Henry Cronin and the Clan na GaelJanet tells the story of a Doctor who practiced on and off in the medical field who had a habbit of killing their patients and then Tracey shares the story of the Patrick Henry Cronin and what transpired causing one of the largest attending funerals at that time. Join Tracey and Janet as they share these amazing stories from the Midwest and Central US and become our Muddy Buddies! Merch is at https://bigmuddymayhem.creator-spring.com/ You can email us any suggestions for ideas at: bigmuddymayhem@gmail.com You can also jo...2024-03-131h 19The HyperthesisHands-On Nanotechnology with Nathan EddyJoin Liam, Pheely, and Patrick as we welcome Nathan Eddy, a PhD student at Queen's University studying the limits of atomic thickness for nanomaterials using mechanical oscillators. Before we delve into the exciting world of very cold nanomaterials, we discuss the powerful properties of aerogels which act as incredible insulators. To wrap up the episode, Liam tells us about the history of nanotechnology.
Learn more about how Aerogels are made and their uses: http://www.aerogel.org/
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Check out Wyatt's website: https://www.wyattkirkby.com/home
2024-03-011h 09The HyperthesisScientific Literature, Publishing, and GatekeepingJoin the Patrick, Pheely, and Liam for episode 70 of the Hyperthesis. In our season 5 finale, we discuss everything from supersolids to publishing and accessing the scientific body of knowledge. As an introduction, Liam discusses the idea of supersolids, quantum mechanical wonders that are both a solid and a superfluid at the same time, which means they do not have friction. In our main topic, we discuss the methods and thoughts behind science publications and adding to the body of knowledge, from pre-prints to highly regarded journals, the process can be complex and has a lot of history. Finally, we...2024-02-021h 05The HyperthesisCatching the Pesky Ionizing Radiation with David KunarJoin us as we welcome our guest David Kunar! David is a PhD candidate at Queen's University studying in the Crystalline Material Chemistry Group. His research focuses on the development of a more affordable semiconductor used for ionizing radiation detection. David also delves into the chemistry and engineering of his methods, and just how these materials actually work. Before then, Patrick talks about the unknowns of hail while Pheely ends the episode with a story about a new saviour for tanks.
Check out the Northern Hail Project website here: https://uwo.ca/nhp/about...2024-01-261h 10The HyperthesisThe Mysteries of Machine Learning and Artificial IntelligenceEnjoy this episode of the Hyperthesis on a hot topic while temperatures in North America remain extremely cold. Patrick, Pheely, and Liam discuss the theory and operation behind machine learning, detailing how the computer algorithms behind such a powerful tool function. We also touch on artificial intelligence (AI) in general and delve slightly into the philosophy of intelligence itself. Before then, Liam tells us about new discoveries for radar and Pheely wraps up the episode with some potential scenarios for AI in the future.2024-01-131h 04
Coffee With Q Podcast Show - Your Story is Your Currency - Listen to Billionaire MindsUK SEO Consultant / Expert Steve O'Brien SEO Chap Interviewed by Qamar Zaman Grand Cayman PR & SEO ExpertIn a fascinating interview on the Brand Stories Show, Qamar Zaman, renowned as the Cayman Islands SEO Guy, engages with UK-based SEO expert Steve O'Brien of SEO Chap. The discussion delves into the evolving terrain of SEO and digital marketing.https://www.coffeewithq.org/uk-seo-expert-interview-with-steve-obrien-by-qamar-zaman/Qamar Zaman:It's a pleasure to have you here, Steve. Your journey in SEO is quite remarkable. Can you share with us your approach and experiences in this dynamic field?Steve O'Brien:2024-01-0350 minThe HyperthesisScience in Review! A Look at Year 2023Tune into episode 65 of the Hyperthesis podcast where the team reflects upon the 2023 year in preparation for 2024. We review some of 2023's top breakthroughs in physics and science, as well as some lesser known discoveries. Patrick talks about various climate change records which have been shattered this year, and how unfortunately are not looking good for 2024. Finally, we end the episode by discussing our hopes for 2024 and the future of science.2023-12-291h 01The HyperthesisWelding with Laser Robots with Troy AllenLasers! Now that we have your attention, welcome to this episode of the Hyperthesis. Join Liam, Pheely, Patrick and our guest Troy Allen who discusses his research on laser welding. This up and coming method has many complexities, and Troy delves deep into how we can take live measurements of laser welds to improve performance and quality. Keeping with the theme of lasers, we discuss a recent paper simulating extremely short but powerful laser pulses and how they can be created with plasma. Finally, we end the episode talking about Theodore Maiman, the inventor of the laser.
2023-12-151h 13The HyperthesisWays of Attaching Medicine to Blood with Hannah KrivicJoin the Hyperthesis team as we welcome our guest Hannah Krivic. Hannah is a PhD student at McMaster University studying biological membranes and protein dynamics. Her research focuses on using red blood cell membranes to deliver molecules to different parts of the body. Before speaking with Hannah, we discuss the controversial physics of curling with our curling expert Patrick. Liam wraps up this episode about biophysics by giving an overview of the circulatory system.
Reach out to Hannah here: krivich@mcmaster.ca
Follow Hannah's lab group on Instagram: https...2023-12-0859 minThe HyperthesisPredicting The Arctic Climate with Tahya Weiss-GibbonsJoin the Hyperthesis team as we speak with our guest Tahya Weiss-Gibbons! Tahya is a PhD student at the University of Alberta modelling Arctic ocean atmospheric interactions to determine how climate change will affect this sensitive region. Before delving into everything from modelling fluids to forming policy, Patrick discusses how environmental DNA is being used to map all of the species globally. Finally, Pheely touches on the Arctic again as he talks about polar bears.
If you have questions for Tahya, you can reach her at weissgib@ualberta.ca.2023-11-241h 07The HyperthesisHow Literal Nothingness Will Destroy the UniverseJoin Patrick, Pheely, and Liam for the 59th episode of the Hyperthesis podcast! We start the episode by discussing recent James Webb telescope data which may hint at the universe being older than we thought, and transition to the main topic of false vacuum decay: a theory which could result in the end of the universe and even physics as we know it! Finally, we end the episode with a story on the history of vacuum chambers.2023-11-171h 07The HyperthesisThere is Something in the Air - On the AtmosphereJoin our stirring episode of the Hyperthesis as we discuss vortices, the atmosphere, and the legendary Edmund Halley. Liam starts us out with a fun paper that discusses the effect of swirling water in a bottle on its bounce height. Afterwards, Patrick guides us through some complexities of the atmosphere, discussing large scale phenomena from the Polar Vortex to the El Nino Southern Oscillation. Finally, Pheely discusses the life and times of Edmund Halley, for whom Halley's comet is named after.
Plastic bottle with vortices: https://journals.aps.org/prl/abstract/10.1103/PhysRevLett.130.244001
Great explanation for...2023-11-101h 00The HyperthesisThe Ultimate Chill Dialogue - Looking Back On Our Budding Journey, ExtendedWelcome to the season 4 finale of the Hyperthesis! Join Liam, Patrick, and Pheely for our extended ultimate chill episode as we talk over wide range of topics from the new Moon landings, our passion and frustration with physics, Oppenheimer, quirkiness of scientists, to our reflections on our past experiences. Brace yourself for a wild ride of dialogues as we dive deep into the episode.
SPOILER ALERT: Several major events in the Oppenheimer movie are discussed. 2023-09-012h 41The HyperthesisCatching the Elusive Quasiparticles - What are They?!Join Pheely, Liam, and Patrick for this 55th episode of the Hyperthesis podcast. In this episode we discuss the nature and importance of quasiparticles; they are the very reason our computers can function and are very important in many other different fields. We start the episode by discussing two separate pieces of news: the recent detection of quantum entanglement waves, and the recent muon g-2 news. After our discussion of quasiparticles we end the episode with the story of Lev Landau, a very recognizable name for the modern physicist.2023-08-261h 00
The Newfangled LawyerEpisode 5: The Longhair Lawyer with Tyler O'BrienIn this episode, Patrick Patino interviews Tyler O'Brien, an attorney known as the "Long Hair Lawyer," who's reshaping legal norms. With licenses in Washington and California, Tyler shares his journey establishing a virtual law practice, defying traditional legal approaches, and his multitude of hobbies.
Tyler embodies the "newfangled lawyer," prioritizing authenticity, approachability, and client partnership. He challenges the conventional lawyer image of aloofness, emphasizing his unique brand. From using mindfulness to manage law school anxiety to creating a client-focused virtual practice, Tyler's path highlights innovation.
Tyler O'Brien is an attorney practicing estate planning and business...2023-08-2247 minThe HyperthesisPlasma and The Future of Fusion Energy with Edward DeWitJoin Pheely, Liam, and special guest Edward Dewit for episode 54 of The Hyperthesis podcast (Patrick was unfortunately unable to attend the live recording)! Edward is a plasma/nuclear physicist and engineer who is working on nuclear fusion energy. We discuss his work and experiences in his field surrounding nuclear energy, how rotating plasmas can be used to study the accretion disks of black holes, and end the episode with a story about the world's first every nuclear reactor.
Errata: 1. Magnetic field falls off as 1/r instead of the 1/r2 as Pheely mentioned.
2...2023-08-181h 06The HyperthesisSuperconductors and an Energy-Efficient FutureJoin Patrick, Liam, and Pheely as we discuss superconductors and the recent news surrounding them. We mention the controversy of the newly discovered LK99 room temperature and just what the implications are should they be proven true. We delve into the properties of superconductors and the mechanisms behind both conventional and unconventional superconductors. We wrap up the episode by telling a story about the people behind the theory describing superconductors, one of whom won the physics Nobel prize twice.2023-08-1359 minThe HyperthesisMeasure Twice, Cut Once - the Craft of MeasuringIn Episode 50 of the Hyperthesis Podcast, join the hosts as we discuss measurements and tsunamis. Liam discusses how tsunamis are formed and the interesting physics that occurs when they encounter and undersea mountain. Before Patrick tells a story about measurement mistakes, we discuss the origin and use of measurement systems and how they are used (or not used) in different processes and methods. 2023-07-211h 04The HyperthesisHow Old Can Stars Get?Join us for the 49th episode of the Hyperthesis with Liam, Patrick, and Pheely. In this varied episode, we discuss everything from undersea telecommunication cables to hypothetical stars, and discussion about where astrology came from. In our introductory topic, Patrick discusses how undersea fibre optic cables function and are laid, along with their precursors first used for telegraphs. Liam explores hypothetical stars that may exist in many trillions or quadrillions of years, but we have no way of observing today. Finally, Pheely tells us about the origin of astrology, the original study of stars that has since been used...2023-07-141h 05
Beyond the Image PodcastLet’s Talk About Sales with Sheley BrienLet’s Talk About Sales with Sheley Brien Hosted by: James Patrick We’re going to be talking about sales today. I love talking about sales, it seems to make so many of our listeners get a little bit uncomfortable, in a good way. Sales is something that can frustrate a lot of you or leave you feeling overwhelmed, not knowing what you need to do. Oftentime, many of us will try to go down these rabbit holes and figure out “how to sell without selling,” or create sales without having to build or nurtur...2023-07-0749 minThe HyperthesisTiny Transistors Made Modern WorldJoin Pheely, Liam, and Patrick as we delve into the now microscopic world of the transistor. We discuss how transistors came to be, starting from a patent by a Canadian physicist and being inspired by their predecessors, the vacuum tube. With the death of Gordon Moore and the end of Moore's law, these technologies are becoming increasingly important to understand and improve upon. Before then, Liam tells us about his experiences at a conference he attended in Italy. We end on a story about the three inventors of the transistor, including some of their dark details.2023-06-271h 06
All Things Private Practice PodcastEpisode 91: Create Something New: Organic Growth & Meaningful Connections [featuring Anna O'Brien]
It's often the case that therapists who are stepping into entrepreneurship feel overwhelmed and discouraged by the slow growth of their private practices or other ventures.They often struggle with promotion, and may even fall into the trap of gimmicky marketing and cookie-cutter branding and promises that ultimately don't connect with anyone.Authenticity is the best way to find the people who will support you and help you grow, but it also means having to face rejection and criticism when introducing your new business or ideas to the world.If you are a...2023-06-2429 min
Coffee With ConveryPRIDE, Art and Self-Care with Patrick HunterStudents, New Grads, and Career Seekers, Welcome to #CoffeeWithConvery.
In Celebration of PRIDE Month, I will be featuring guests from the community to share their stories and what #PRIDE means to them.
On today’s podcast, my guest today is Patrick Hunter.
Patrick is a Sault College graduate where he studied graphic design and embraced a two-term role as the President of the Indigenous Students Council which provided programming and advocacy for Indigenous students at the college.
Patrick is a 2Spirit, Ojibwe artist, graphic designer and award-winning entrepreneur from Red Lake, On...2023-06-0849 minThe HyperthesisThe One Electron to Rule Them AllJoin us in this controversial episode of the Hyperthesis where we discuss the one electron theory. A lesser known theory (and sometimes a joke among physicist), Liam, Pheely, and Patrick discuss the history and validity of this theory, and touch on topics like quantum field theory and mathematical tricks. Before then, we discuss the concept of environmental DNA and Pheely ends this episode with the history of 1.2023-05-261h 02The HyperthesisThe Future is Now: Real Life Sci-Fi TechnologiesJoin Patrick, Liam, and Pheely as we delve into the world of science fiction and discuss the fantastical technologies that were created. Some of these technologies are present today such as rockets and cell phones, but some are still a long ways away like warp drives or tricorders. There are also some physically impossible technologies that we discuss, including time travel and teleporting people. Before then, Pheely discusses zen rocks on Lake Baikal and Patrick mentions the astronauts selected to return to the moon. Finally, Liam discusses the people and inspirations behind some of the technologies that have greatly...2023-04-151h 05The HyperthesisProbing the Earth with Electromagnetic Fields with Zoë VestrumJoin Patrick, Liam, and Pheely as we speak with our geophysicist guest Zoë Vestrum, a PhD candidate at the University of Alberta. We discuss her research involving magentotellurics and how she studies the inner structure of the Earth using its own electromagnetic fields. It turns out there is much to be learned, and our current understanding needs improvement. We also talk about the science of geothermal energy, and end the episode with a story about plate tectonics and how the Earth moves.2023-04-011h 04
The Holistic MonitorDreams of Destiny Podcast with Patrick O'BrienIn this episode, we are excited to have Patrick O'Brien, author of "The Adventures of Kozmos Lovejoy, Exp.", join us for a fascinating conversation about his journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening.
In his memoir, Patrick takes us on a fast-moving and fun coming-of-age journey that covers a lot of history from the pre-Christian Gnostics to the Age of Aquarius. He shares his rich commentary on global, social, and political upheaval with unlimited possibilities for the avant-garde generation of "New Age" thinkers.
Patrick is a keen observer of spiritual life that seems to unfold of its own accord within and...2023-03-301h 41The HyperthesisBuilding Lasers for a Nobel Prize Winner with Dean EatonJoin Liam, Pheely, Patrick, and our special guest Dean Eaton! Dean is currently an experimental physicist pursuing his masters degree (soon to be PhD) in physics at Waterloo University under the supervision of Dr. Donna Strickland, a Canadian physicist who won the 2018 Nobel prize in physics for her method of generating high-intensity ultra-short optical pulses through her method of chirped pulse amplification. Dean discusses his research, his hopes and dreams, and his experiences working for a Nobel prize winner. We also discuss robots, artificial intelligence, and end the episode with the story of Donna Strickland.2023-03-251h 05
Fightful OverbookedMose Remembers Sean Patrick O'Brien, Talks Hypothetical Eddie Kingston vs. Cody Rhodes Street FightMose returns to share memories of the late Sean Patrick O'Brien and ask who would win a street fight between Cody Rhodes and Eddie KingstonSupport Mose:Twiter: Twitter.com/moseKOBKSupport Sean Patrick O'Brien and his family:https://giveto.ourtributefund.com/?cid=616ebe5c4b67398c4e5546c869b5554ed3ed9ac3e3f19c5ff7e49994f752d738#Twitter: Twitter.com/officialspo502Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2023-03-2526 minThe HyperthesisThe Dialogue: Sea Flows, Conferences, and Our ResearchJoin Pheely, Liam, and Patrick for this 35th episode of the Hyperthesis. In this impromptu episode, (because of travel) we discuss a wide range of topics from conferences and travelling to updates in our research. We begin with an intro topic about ocean circulation models and how we can determine how the ocean's flow. This particularly focuses on the area near Canada where the Arctic Ocean flows into the Atlantic Ocean. Quantized vortices and other phenomena are also discussed before moving on to our main topics. Here, we provide updates about research and our recent activities along with some...2023-03-1752 minThe HyperthesisExploring Tiny Worlds with Atomic Forces feat. Catherine BoisvertIn this episode of the Hyperthesis, Patrick, Pheely, and Liam are joined by Catherine Boisvert, an MSc student studying atomic force microscopy at McGill University. Before we delve into her work, Pheely discusses his dream of cats that leads to traffic jam, and how waves seemingly propagate through traffic. These are also known as ghost jams. Similar ideas are used in fluid dynamics, and can be used to describe a number of phenomena. For our main topic, Catherine talks about her research focused on single electron charging events using atomic force microscopy. Catherine also shares her experience as a...2023-03-111h 11The HyperthesisPeculiar Particle-Production: Hawking Radiation and MoreJoin Patrick, Pheely, and Liam as they discuss how particles can change form, and even be created seemingly out of nothingness. This process of particle-production (or destruction) is described by quantum field theory, which tells us that the vacuum of space is not as empty as we once thought. We also discuss the recent development of new artificial intelligence like "ChatGPT", and finish off the episode with a story about the biggest physics experiment of all time: the Large Hadron Collider.
CORRECTION: Liam says multiple times that the vacuum energy is zero, but this is incorrect, the v...2023-03-041h 05
Studio 47#11: The spirit of the Irish, met Patrick O'Brien (le père de...)Studio 47 had een interview met Patrick O'Brien, vader van de almachtige Jake O'Brien in onze Molenbeekse defensie, gaf ons een beetje van zijn tijd om het over zijn zoon te hebben. Jake est devenu le pilier de notre défense et un vrai chouchou du public. Son père indique qu'il est à 100 % concentré sur le titre avec le RWDM et qu'il ne peut parler que de cela. Een fijn gesprek over het leven van Jake vóór het voetbal, zijn tijd in Brussel en een mogelijk langer verblijf in Molenbeek mocht de club dit seizoen promover...2023-03-0129 minThe HyperthesisThe Dusk of All Things: How Entropy Will End Us AllOn today's episode of the Hyperthesis, we discuss the deep dark topic of the heat death of the Universe. Before we dive in, Liam discusses preparation for his upcoming PhD candidacy exam with Pheely and Patrick weighing in about their own upcoming exams and the expectations that come with it. We also briefly discuss the change in rotation of the Earth's core, something recently measured by geologists. On that topic, our final story is about the layers of the Earth, peeling them back like an onion as we delve deeper. In our main topic, we discuss everything from metastable...2023-02-171h 05The HyperthesisIs Science Slowing Down? And How We Wield Lightning with LasersJoin Liam, Pheely, and Patrick as we discuss the ostensible lack of breakthroughs in science in modern days, and how lasers could save us from lightning. For our extended intro topic, we discuss an opinion piece published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences about how there have not been major breakthroughs in science in the past 50 years compared to the 50 years prior. We discuss the different arguments made by the authors and discuss our own opinions and experiences. In our main topic, we discuss how a powerful laser was used to redirect lightning above a Swiss...2023-02-101h 07The HyperthesisThe Truth Behind Light BendingJoin Patrick, Pheely, and Liam as we explore some more properties of light in the second episode of our third season. Before we delve into how light passes through matter, we discuss just why it is so difficult to walk on sand. The answer may surprise you as we discuss deformed surfaces. As our main topic, we discuss how light propagates through matter, why it slows down, and how it bends. Although these phenomena are well-known, the mechanism behind them is quite intriguing. We end the episode with the story of Sir Isaac Newton, one of the main pillars...2023-02-041h 02
More Action10. James Patrick - Be Seen, Be Heard, Be ReadSheley is incredibly honored to have a mentor, James Patrick, join her for an in-depth conversation focused on solving client problems before they even hire you. James is an internationally published photographer with more than 600 magazine covers to his credit. He is a business coach, a strategist, a media specialist, host of the Beyond the Image podcast, and publisher of ICONFIT magazine.James is a high achiever who will do what it takes to get results, and listeners will absolutely benefit from the time invested in this conversation. He shares his views on failure and how it...2023-02-031h 02The HyperthesisUranium Fever and Nuclear NuancesJoin Liam, Pheely, and Patrick for the first episode of the third season of the Hyperthesis! We begin this episode by discussing the recent news that scientists have created the first net-positive nuclear fusion reaction. For the main topic, we dive into the world of nuclear physics, going through the basics and introducing and discussing concepts like fusion versus fission. Finally we end the episode with a story of the Manhattan project, which developed the worlds first nuclear weapons, the scariest weapons to ever be created.2023-01-271h 04The HyperthesisThe Stellar Story of our Solar SystemIn the final episode of the season with the same ole Pheely, Patrick, and Liam, we start by talking about the technicals of Santa's Christmas delivery system, how fast he has to be, and the "physics" of flying reindeer. For our main topic, we discuss our Solar System with the focus on planets. We explore the wealth of facts about the interesting 8 planets, while still recognize some dwarf planets (We hear you.). Finally, Pheely ends the season with the story of how the planets were named.2022-12-231h 03The HyperthesisThe Dialogue: Our Take on MankindNote to audience, Liam has a microphone issue in this episode. Listeners may find inconsistencies in his speeches.
Join us for this episode of the Hyperthesis where Liam, Pheely, and Patrick have a casual conversation about everything from research to fountain pens to the philosophy of what defines a good life. Before delving into this wandering discussion, we talk about a method of sustainable forestry by pruning trees in a special way that doesn't kill them. We also talk about how humans have changed the Earth in terms of domestication of animals and the...2022-12-161h 02The HyperthesisJourney Through Happy Distractions with Josh HaingeNote to audience, Liam has a microphone issue in this episode. Listeners may find inconsistencies in his speeches.
Join Patrick, Pheely, Liam, and our special guest Josh Hainge as we delve into deep questions about quantum phenomena. Before we get to the main topic, we discuss the newly discovered nearest black hole to the Earth, Gaia BH1. With this new discovery, we also discuss how things that we can't see are actually detected, from black holes to elementary particles. Josh then talks about his research, focusing on transitions from non-chaotic systems to those that...2022-12-091h 05The HyperthesisChaos is Not What You Think!Join Pheely, Patrick, and Liam as we discuss the topic of chaos theory. We start off the episode with a brief callback to the optical phenomenon of sun dogs, and correct an error we made in the previous episode. For our main topic, we explore the idea of chaos in classical physics and the many concepts behind it, from a simple two-pivot pendulum into truly chaotic systems. We also point out the difference between the common notion of chaos and the mathematical description. Finally, we end this episode on chaos by discussing one of the most chaotic stories: the...2022-12-021h 04The HyperthesisThrough the Lens of Chemistry with Pablo ScrosatiJoin Liam, Patrick, Pheely, and our special guest Pablo Scrosati as we explore the world of chemistry and protein motions. We start off the episode with a brief praise of open-source software and discussing how the memory of magnetic materials compares to how our brain stores (and forgets) memories. For our main topic, we delve into Pablo's research into chemistry. We go over previous topics of his like how to best preserve lobster, and his current PhD work concerning protein dynamics and just how such complex molecules can be simulated and tested. Finally, our episode ends with a story...2022-11-181h 07The HyperthesisSpecial Relativity - Gotta Go Fast! Part IIn this episode of the Hyperthesis, Liam, Pheely, and Patrick discuss Einstein's theory of special relativity. This counter-intuitive theory treats time and space as a single entity, changing our notion of how the universe is perceived depending on an observer's frame of reference. We discuss some famous thought experiments and paradoxes which are used to understand special relativity, and differentiate it from classical physics. First we discuss classical relativity in the form of the Doppler effect and the acoustic interference of sound waves produced by overhead flying planes. Finally, Patrick tells the story of Albert Einstein, one of the...2022-11-041h 02The HyperthesisSpooky Scary Action at a Spooky Scary DistanceIn this episode of the Hyperthesis, Liam, Pheely, and Patrick discuss the discoveries involved in the recently-announced Nobel Prize in Physics. We delve into the quantum mechanics behind the experiments that helped solve some puzzling paradoxes, and were pivotal in paving the way for quantum computers. Before that, we discuss some misconceptions about Galileo and his fame. Finally, we learn about the man behind the Nobel Prize and just how such a prestigious prize came to be. 2022-10-2858 minThe HyperthesisBiomimicry: Learning from Nature's BlueprintIn the sixteenth episode of the Hyperthesis, Liam discusses a conference he attended while visiting Cambridge and we remember Frank Drake and his work on the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence. Our main topic today is biomimicry where we talk about how mankind adapts the designs and systems of the biological world to develop the world around us. From super sticky materials to making wind turbines more efficient, we explore how nature inspires technology around us. To inform you about the origins of evolution, Patrick tells us story about the life and work of Charles Darwin, with a couple twists t...2022-10-081h 04
Bible Answers With Philippians 1:9 MinistriesFinding Rest In Jesus And What We Must DoSend us a textAn encouragement to find rest in Jesus by studying God's Word, Truth and learning from Jesus.Connect with Patrick more here: https://linktr.ee/philippians192022-10-0614 minBible Answers With Philippians 1:9 MinistriesThe Book of Acts Chapter 1Send us a textJoin Patrick as he teaches through the Book of Acts. Learn more at The Bible in Context Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/TheBibleInContextVisit our website at:https://www.philippians19.orgMusic attributed to:'Soar' by Scott Buckley; under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License2022-10-0524 minThe HyperthesisPlaying with FireJoin Liam, Pheely, and Patrick for the first episode of the second season of the Hyperthesis! We start by diving into updates from our recording break, and discuss our research activities. For the main topic, we cover one of the most important chemical processes humanity has ever discovered: fire. We discuss the basic physics and chemistry behind this phenomenon, and the important role it has played not just for humanity, but for the environment in general. Finally we change the subject and end with the story of Stephan Hawking, one of the most prominent physicists of all time.
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Why I‘ll Never Make ItMatt Vinson & Matte O’Brien on the Joys and Challenges of Bringing a Musical to the StageWriting a musical is a long process, and once the writers are have finished that last page…that’s really only the beginning of their journey. By the time an actor comes along to audition for it, there’s usually been years of drafts, workshops, and revisions. Listeners of this podcast know that this summer has been a welcome return to the stage for me in a new theatrical adaptation of Anne of Green Gables, my first musical since the covid shutdown and it all started with a self-tape audition back in February of this year that then cu...2022-08-0153 minThe HyperthesisSpace is Dusty (feat. Parisa Nozari)We start this episode with the discussion about new research from Simon Fraser University about advancements in quantum computers and quantum internet. This episode also introduces our first guest, Parisa Nozari. Parisa is an Astronomy graduate student at Queen's University who studies vast clouds of molecular dust which go on to form stars and planets. We discuss what these dust clouds really are, their properties, and how we are related to it. Parisa also shares some ideas about other astronomy topics and her excitement about the data from the James Webb Space Telescope. Patrick rounds off this special episode...2022-07-291h 03
Friday Night Feels with Patrick MonetteFriday Night Feels with Patrick Monette and Guest Co Host Nancy O Brien.Friday Night Feels is a show that focuses on a variety of wellness related issues such as mental health, addiction, health concerns, stress management, relationship struggles, mindfulness, and much more. The focus of this show is to create connection and be able to talk about issues that affect us all and how to be the healthiest versions of ourselves that we can be. Each show I will invite a guest co -host/s to join me and answer people’s questions and issues. My Guest Co Host this week is Nancy O’Brien.2022-07-1652 minThe HyperthesisSci-Fi in Movies - Possible or Wack? Part IIn this episode, Patrick, Liam, and Pheely discuss how physics operates in popular culture. Before that, we discuss the ground-breaking images that have been produced by the James Webb Space Telescope. This telescope had been in development for 30 years before its launch, and the results are stunning. In our main topic, we discuss the physics of visual and computer-generated effects in movies and video games, and how they make water and reflections look realistic. There definitely has been an advancement in visuals of video games which is in part a result of the increase in computational power. We also...2022-07-151h 01
The HyperthesisMankind's Odyssey Through the Darkness of the UniverseIn this episode, Pheely, Liam, and Patrick explore the evidence behind dark matter and some of the current detector methods being developed to hunt for potential elusive dark matter particles. Patrick will touch on some the work he did for his Master's, including eliminating radioactive materials from a dark matter detector. We also discuss spinning black holes and quantum-dot LED technologies. We wrap things up with a story about the epic life of Lord (now Baron) Kelvin, detailing his great achievements and lasting impacts on the science community.2022-06-2459 min
The HyperthesisShooting the Earth with Space LasersThis episode introduces us to concepts involved in remotely observing forests as we discuss Patrick's research with Tropical Dry forests. Learn about how shooting trees with lasers can help us monitor trees while we also touch on other topics like jaguars, surfing biologists, and radio waves. Patrick highlights the importance of checking the health of these forests and the interdisciplinary approaches that are taken to analyze and understand all of the data involved. We also continue discussions from last week about the behaviour of waves when pouring a cup of coffee. Finally, we discuss how the modern pocket watch...2022-05-2756 min