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Fridays in the Top EndCalder Cannons and NT in Melbourne - Fridays In The Top End (02/05/25)Jackson Clark and Rob Hale looked at the NT boys in how they went against the Calder Cannons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-05-0216 min
Pursuit Of PurposeShane Martin Interview - The Grill at Calder: Fine Dining with a Casual VibeIn this episode of Pursuit of Purpose, hosts Rob and Chuck sit down with the inspiring Shane Martin of Martin Motors and the Grill at Calder. Shane shares his unique journey from the automotive industry to owning one of Beaumont's finest dining establishments. He discusses the challenges and triumphs of running a restaurant known for its high-quality food, excellent bartenders, and inviting atmosphere. With live music nights and a focus on customer satisfaction, Shane's story is one of perseverance and passion. Tune in for an engaging conversation about family, business, and the pursuit of excellence.
2025-03-171h 03
Sports Avenue Twisted PodcastSATP Ep.26 feat. Kyle CushmanKyle Cushman joins us to discuss about the buyers and sellers in the NHL Trade Deadline, the Mikko Raantanen being traded twice, the Mitch Marner Dilemma, the competitive Western Conference, the Bruins taking a step back and the Vancouver Canucks bizzare scenario. We also dived into rebuilding teams, top farm system, Calder Trophy candidates, and many more!Where you can find Kyle Cushman :X: @Kyle_CushInstagram : kyle_cush25Youtube : @thescore
2025-03-141h 21
The Dump N' Chase: A Hockey PodcastRob Mahon Interview: 2025 NHL Draft, Roger McQueen, CHL/NCAA, WHL Development | Dump N' ChaseIn this edition of the Dump N’ Chase Podcast, Dylan Robillard sits down with Brandon Wheat Kings play-by-play announcer Rob Mahon in a one-hour special interview.Robillard, alongside Mahon, discusses the upcoming 2025 NHL Draft, working in the sports business, Brandon Wheat Kings, Roger McQueen's return, Carson Bjarnason, player development, CHL/NCAA eligibility, Landon DuPont and much more!Join us every Friday at 8 AM MT for our weekly Dump N’ Chase Podcast! Subscribe and turn on post notifications to never miss an episode!This podcast was...
2025-03-0757 min
Healthcare 360Episode 33: Overcoming Adversity in Nursing ft. Shelley Calder, DNP, RN, CEN & Karen Stockbridge, DNP, RNOn this week’s episode of the Healthcare 360 podcast, Dr. Rob Fields speaks with Shelley Calder, DNP, RN, CEN, Associate Chief Nurse for Professional Development, Research & Magnet, BIDMC and Karen Stockbridge, DNP, RN, Director of Professional Nursing Practice, BID-Milton, to discuss the evolution of nursing and how nurses are overcoming new modern-day challenges.
2025-01-1523 min
Poppin' BottlesSketchbook Brewing Taproom with Lily Calder and Fiona StephensThe Village of Skokie's own Lily Calder and Fiona Stephens (Trapped in a Musical, Whirled News Tonight) allow us passage from Chicago to visit their hometown fave, The Sketchbook Brewing Co. Taproom and Brewery! We sample several of Sketchbook's fresh drafts, take advantage of their Bring Your Own Bagel policy, and are joined by a secret guest. We then head back to Fiona's live-in recording studio to hear about helpful robots, try a sweet liquid treat, and pick either #TeamBog or #TeamLagoon. Brought to you by Littlefoot Coffee Roasters! Use promo code "POPPOP" to s...
2024-10-171h 16
Addictions EditedLxAddictions24: Early career researchersIn this episode, Dr Rob Calder talks to Dominique Lopez and early-career researchers Dr Jorge Martins and Olivia Price about the ECR track at Lisbon Addictions. Rob, Dominique, Jorge and Olivia discuss how you can make the most of the ECR programme’s networking opportunities and activities before, during and after the conference. During the conference there will be a number of sessions designed to meet the needs of ECRs along with an award for best e-poster.Dominique, Jorge, and Olivia then give some advice for ECRs going to Lisbon Addictions for the first time this year.“...
2024-09-3020 min
Addictions EditedLxAddictions24: Prevention of risky and harmful behavioursIn this episode, Dr Rob Calder talks to Dr Ina Koning from European Society for Prevention Research (EUSPR) about her work as a co-producer for Lisbon Addictions. Rob and Ina discuss the EUSPR track's focus on prevention. They cover interventions, treatment, and the wide range of outcomes, substances and behavioural addictions. They also discuss how these can change according across populations including young people, families and professionals.They also talk about the process of putting together sessions for Lisbon Addictions before sharing some pointers for first-time attendees at Lisbon Addictions.“Because of the huge variety of to...
2024-09-3017 min
THE Kraken Pod: a Seattle Kraken and NHL podcastEDMONTON IN A CHOKEHOLD! Kraken Reaction: Firebirds to the Calder Cup Final and broadcaster awards. NHL NEWS: Panthers pounce. #NoDumbQuestions: down 0-2, now what? 3 Stars of the Week.We're on a time crunch folks so let's get right into it! This week's Kraken Reaction (2:25) covers another run by the Coachella Valley Firebirds as they await their final opponent of the 2023-2024 season in the Calder Cup Final, and where the Seattle Kraken ranked in The Athletic's annual broadcaster awards as voted on by fans from around the league and Jeff gives insight into why Mickey and Ken are so good at covering hockey in the Motor City (Detroit Red Wings podcast). In NHL News: Jeff and Joey break down their biggest takeaways from the first two games...
2024-06-1341 min
Addiction AudioCannabis potency and psychotic experiences with Lindsey HinesIn this episode, Dr Rob Calder talks to Dr Lindsey Hines about her study using longitudinal data to examine links between cannabis use, cannabis potency and psychotic experiences. Dr Hines talks about using Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children (ALSPAC) data - also known as 'Children of the Nineties' and discusses why psychosis and cannabis potency are important to measure and some of the challenges of doing so with both."In unregulated markets like the UK where it's illegal to use cannabis....better health messaging and better awareness among those using cannabis of those...
2024-06-0625 minAddiction AudioSmoking and abdominal obesity with Germán CarrasquillaIn this episode Rob Calder talks to Dr Germán Carrasquilla about his study assessing whether smoking cased increases in abdominal obesity or belly fat. They discuss the implications of this kind of fat and note the importance of the findings for people who struggle to quit smoking. Germán talks about using Mendelian randomisation to identify a causal association between smoking and abdominal obesity. The findings, that 'smoking initiation and higher lifetime smoking may lead to increased abdominal fat', add evidence and important detail to the known health benefits of quitting smoking."People who mi...
2024-05-0217 min
NHL on ESPNThe Drop: Jake Guentzel’s next team? Crosby done in Pittsburgh? + no Calder for Bedard? Devils fire Lindy Ruff!Welcome back to the Drop! Arda Öcal and Greg Wyshynski are back to deliver the latest news around the NHL. They start out with giving out the winners and losers around the league from this weekend. They give their reactions to the heavyweight matchup of Matt Rempe and Ryan Reaves, and react to the massive Elias Pettersson contract extension. Also, Wysh reacts to the news of the Devils diring Lindy Ruff! Next up, The Athletic’s Rob Rossi joins the show to dive deep on the Pittsburgh Penguins and everything NHL trade deadline. They then finish the show up with som...
2024-03-0537 minAddiction AudioGambling advertising with Philip NewallIn this episode, Rob Calder talks to Dr Philip Newall about how the gambling industry frames the evidence on gambling advertising. Philip talks about researching the kinds of bets that are commonly advertised, explaining how they are often projected to be 'good' bets when the chances of winning are very small. "It's really got the two sides of the coin there in that it appears really attractive, but actually it's the bookmaker that's really winning the most. And that's the underlying psychology in how they're able to offer things that seem good but are actually...
2024-02-0832 minAddiction AudioMinimum unit pricing and road traffic accidents with Francesco MancaIn this episode Rob Calder talks to Francesco Manca about his research on Scotland's Minimum Unit Pricing (MUP) policy for alcohol, and specifically about the impact that MUP has had on road traffic accidents. Francesco discusses how the research team selected appropriate comparitors to assess whether changes to road traffic accidents could be attributed to MUP. He also talks about how this study compares with previous studies that used similar datasets yet drew different conclusions. He describes how understanding the subtle differences between time frames and outcomes can aid researchers to gain an in-depth understanding of alcohol regulation.
2023-11-2825 minAddiction AudioSmoking cessation trials with Zoe SwithenbankIn this episode, Rob Calder talks to Zoe Swithenbank about her recent article looking at how to improve research reports on smoking cessation trials. Zoe talks about the challenges of organising an international meeting of experts before the COVID-19 pandemic (before people were used to online working). She talks about some common errors and omissions that researchers make when reporting smoking cessation trials and how these can place limits on scientific progress. She talks about developing the CONSORT-SPI tool to help improve the ability of researchers to draw conclusions across studies."It was important to...
2023-10-2625 minAddiction AudioDrones delivering Naloxone with Caroline Copeland, Patrick Courtney and Paul RoyallIn this episode, Rob Calder talks to Drs Caroline Copeland, Patrick Courtney and Paul Royall about their recent article assessing the time it would take for drones to deliver naloxone to people who are overdosing on opioids. The study team used NPSAD (National Programme on Substance Abuse Deaths) data to map out overdoses in Teeside over recent years and then to predict how long it would have taken a drone to make the journey and deliver naloxone to a bystander who would then be able to administer it. They then compared this time with the time it takes ambulances...
2023-10-1328 minAddiction AudioCannabis, sport and anti-doping regulations with Tom HudzikIn this episode Dr Rob Calder talks to Dr Thomas Hudzik about his work with the World Anti Doping Agency (WADA). Tom talks about the three principles by which a substance is assessed and how they use the latest research and policy changes to make decisions about whether a substance is banned and how it is detected. They specifically cover the decision to implement and in-competition ban cannabis and the basis on which that decision was made."The substance use can represent a risk to the athlete's health them-self or the health of those around...
2023-09-2123 min
The Athletic Hockey ShowCalder Trophy Candidates, Tomas Tatar unsigned and Bill Daly on Australia, PHWL and future of Arizona CoyotesThe Wednesday roundtable with Rob Pizzo from CBC Sports and Jesse Granger and Michael Russo from the Athletic returns to discuss Calder Trophy candidates not named Connor Bedard. The boys present their most surprising stories that haven't happened yet this off-season, including Tomas Tatar signing a free agent contract, the 2018 Canadian junior team report and potential new homes for Connor Hellebuyck and John Gibson. We also stick tap Carl Hagelin and Joonas Donskoi and Bill Armstrong signing an extension to continue to be the General Manager of the Coyotes.Plus Bill Daly joined Russo from NHL media...
2023-09-061h 07Addiction AudioVaping and smoking cessation with Vassilis SideropoulosRob Calder talks to Vassilis Sideropoulos about a recent paper on the role of vaping products in smoking cessation. The first author for this paper was Dr Catherine Kimber.Vassilis talks about the array of components that can contribute to quitting smoking when using vaping products. He summarises the research team’s work on identifying which combinations of support types are most effective. He talks about their research into advice on vaping products, nicotine strength and e-liquid flavours, as well as providing information on the relative harms of vaping and smoking and text message support....
2023-08-2424 minAddiction AudioOverdose risk, opioid agonists and other medications with Eleni DomzaridouRob Calder talks to Dr Eleni Domzaridou about her recent article on the risk of overdose among people prescribe medication for opioid use at the same time as being prescribed other medication - such as for mental health disorders.People who use opioid drugs are often prescribed drugs for physical or mental health problems or for pain management. Eleni and the research team studied non-fatal overdoses among this group of people. In this podcast, Eleni outlines why the marker of non-fatal overdose is important when seeking to prevent fatal overdoses. Eleni also talks about the challenges and...
2023-08-1718 min
Addiction AudioCannabis and apps with Marleen Olthof and Matthijs BlankersIn this episode, Rob Calder talks to Marleen Olthof and Dr Matthijs Blankers about their research into ICan - a digital health app designed to reduce cannabis use. They initially talk about the potential of using apps to improve health and support people who use drugs before also discussing how apps can improve access to support. “It’s a much smaller step to sign up for a digital intervention than to enter treatment”- Marleen Olthof They discuss how complicated it can be to 'blind' people to a particular condition when researching digital apps and...
2023-06-2930 min
What's Up Des MoinesDrake Relays, Downtown Construction Survey, Raising CanesDes Moines News: The Drake Relays begin this week. Read on. Des Moines is looking for your opinion. DSM City Engineering is seeking the public's input for its conversion of Grand Avenue and Locust Street into a two-way Street. Give your input here. The Johnston Police Department is taking part in the DEA’s Drug Take-Back Day on April 22nd. Construction for the new Raising Canes in Johnston has begun with demolition. The city says it has begun tearing down the old Burger King on Birchwood Court. Learn More. Th...
2023-04-1717 minAddiction AudioThe acute effects of cannabis with Will LawnRob talks to Dr Will Lawn about his research into the acute effects of cannabis on young people and adults. Will talks about setting up a study looking at young people and adults’ experiences of using cannabis with different levels of cannabidiol. He talks about the challenges of blinding participants to different types of cannabis; about how to manage the placebo effect when participants can become quickly aware of whether they have or have not had cannabis and the challenges of running a trial involving a controlled drug.He discusses the study’s findings that suggest that...
2023-04-0532 minAddiction AudioHeated tobacco products and nomenclature with Katie EastIn this episode, Dr Katherine East talks about her recent article on heated tobacco product use. When conducting this research, Katie talked to former and current smokers who use IQOS to understand the words they use to describe themselves and what they do in relation to heated tobacco products. Katie and Rob then talk about how the language can reflect identity and how this can influence the risk of people relapsing to smoking or other forms of nicotine use. They discuss the importance of social norms and how language can play a substantial role in shaping those...
2023-01-2515 min
The Great Deep#49 – Interview with Rob CalderThe Forty-Ninth episode of the Great Deep Podcast Series is an interview with the Rev Rob Calder. Rob (Ryan’s dad) has served as an ordained minster in the Presbyterian church for 44 years. He is a preacher, counsellor and teacher as well as a long-time Comrades Marathon runner. In this episode, Rob answers some questions […]
2022-12-2335 min
Poppin' BottlesThe 12 Cocoas of Xmas with Lily Calder and Fiona Stephens"To me, you are perfect." — MarkWe've got an amazing holiday spectacular to end 2022 drink minimum, The 12 Cocoas of Xmas! We're joined by long-time fan/1st-time guest Lily Calder and the one and only Fiona Stephens! They help us rank at least 14 different flavors of Land O Lake Cocoas! We play some games, drink even more extra drinks, and share our Cocoa Memories! Thanks for listening all year and special thanks to our Kitchen Elf Erin Elmore for being spectacular!Brought to you by Littlefoot Coffee Roasters (promo code: PopPop) and Recovering Bro (prom...
2022-12-221h 57Addiction AudioHighly processed foods and addiction with Ashley GearhardtIn this episode of Addiction Audio, Rob Talks to Dr Ashley Gearhardt from the University of Michigan about whether highly processed foods can be considered to be addictive substances.Dr Gearhardt starts by defining highly processed foods before covering the issues that arise from having an addictive substance (such as food) that you can’t ‘opt out’ of. Ashley makes comparisons with other addictive substances noting that highly processed foods can induce cravings and lead to a loss of control. She then talks about which foods have a bigger impact on addictive behaviours highlighting foods that contain refine...
2022-12-0532 min
You should have been therePODCAST 133 A TOUCH OF CLASSWe take a peek behind the curtain that hides business class from economy to discover what life is like for that controversial traveller-the frequent flyer. Providing the low-down and behind-the-scenes gossip is Rob Burgess, founder and director of the website, headforpoints.com
2022-11-2829 min
Edge WorkNHL Best Bets November 18, 2022 w/ Rob Pizzola, Andy MacNeil, and Zack PhillipsAfter the New Jersey Devils continued their win streak to make it 11 games with a victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs, Rob Pizzola, Andy MacNeil, and Zack Phillips dive into Lindy Ruff's emergence as the Jack Adams trophy leader. The guys also discuss what has gone on in Vegas with the Golden Knights losing their goaltenders to injury during summer and Logan Thompson stepping in to be more than a suitable backup option, as he has now propelled himself into the lead of the Calder Memorial Trophy race.🟢 Subscribe to the main Hammer HQ YouTube channel for mor...
2022-11-1842 min
Fridays in the Top EndJackson Calder - 11/11/22St Mary's Full Forward Jackson Calder joins Rob and Raph to talk about his season so far and the fly-in program in the NTFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-11-1008 min
Terror Talk - Killer Minds and Creepy StuffFemale Psychopath Series - Rob Zombie's Firefly Trilogy, Baby's Female PsychopathyAll horror is psychological. Today we discuss Rob Zombie's Firefly Trilogy The House of 1000 Corpses, The Devil's Rejects and 3 From Hell, and Baby's female psychopathy, plus our very own trivia game Halloween Horror Facts with Cath.
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2022-11-0437 minAddiction AudioSubstance use among refugees with Ebtesam SalehIn this episode of Addiction Audio, Rob talks to Ebtesam Saleh a Doctoral student at the Charite university in Berlin. Ebtesam talks about her recent systematic review of qualitative research on substance use among refugees. She talks about talks about the limitations of using survey data to explore this issue and how qualitative research can help contextualise the problems faced by refugees in a culturally sensitive way. Ebtesam discusses the impact that research can have and how researchers can minimise the potential for re-traumatisation through research interviews. She also discusses the cultural differences in how p...
2022-10-0421 min
On The Spot SportsRob Gherson | 2008 Calder Cup Champion Chicago Wolves (Ep. 215)WE APPRECIATE EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU! If you wouldn't mind please go leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! Thanks!!
Welcome back to Episode 215 of On the Spot Sports and in today's episode we have a very special guest, former professional hockey goaltender and 2008 Calder Cup Champion, Rob Gherson! Rob and I talk about his path to pro hockey playing in the AHL, ECHL and the UHL. We also talk about going through the OHL, to getting drafted in the 2002 NHL Entry Draft to getting an opportunity in the UHL to start his pro career. We also t...
2022-06-061h 25
Crunch ChroniclesRob ZettlerOn Episode 28 of Crunch Chronicles Lukas Favale is joined by Rob Zettler. Zettler served as a the Crunch's head coach for parts of four seasons.
Zettler joined the Crunch as an assistant coach under Jon Cooper when the Crunch began their affiliation with the Tampa Bay Lightning for the 2012-13 season. He assumed the position of head coach late that season when Cooper was promoted to the Tampa Bay Lightning. Zettler led the Crunch over the final 11 games of the regular season as the team clinched the East Division. He then helped guide the team to consecutive sweeps in the...
2022-03-1434 minAddiction AudioADHD and maternal substance use with Elis HaanDr Elis Haan talks to Dr Rob Calder about ADHD and maternal substance use. She discusses her recent paper which explored the impact of smoking, alcohol and drugs during pregnancy on ADHD outcomes in young people.Elis talks about the differences between maternal and teacher ratings of ADHD. She also explains negative control and polygenic risk score methods used in this study discussing how multiple methods were used across different longitudinal datasets to add confidence to their analysis. “Combining these different methods can help to gain stronger support for a causal effect…. For e...
2022-02-2817 min
The 'X' Zone Radio/TV ShowRob McConnell Interviews - JOSEPH FRAY - An Achievable Solution Of Our Energy ProblemsJOSEPH FRAY - An Achievable Solution Of Our Energy Problems - Joseph Fray is a chartered electrical engineer and physicist in the UK. After graduation he entered the electrical power industry. During this period he served as a part-time lecturer at the Blackpool Technical College. From the power industry the he joined the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) as the Works Electrical Engineer at the Chapelcross nuclear power station. During this assignment he developed an interest in the reactor side of the operation and began a study of reactor physics. He then moved to the Industrial Power Branch of...
2021-11-0242 min
The Best of The 'X' Zone Radio/TV Show with Rob McConnellRob McConnell Interviews - JOSEPH FRAY - An Achievable Solution Of Our Energy ProblemsJOSEPH FRAY - An Achievable Solution Of Our Energy Problems - Joseph Fray is a chartered electrical engineer and physicist in the UK. After graduation he entered the electrical power industry. During this period he served as a part-time lecturer at the Blackpool Technical College. From the power industry the he joined the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) as the Works Electrical Engineer at the Chapelcross nuclear power station. During this assignment he developed an interest in the reactor side of the operation and began a study of reactor physics. He then moved to the Industrial Power Branch of...
2021-11-0245 min
The Best of The 'X' Zone Radio/TV Show with Rob McConnellRob McConnell Interviews - JOSEPH FRAY - An Achievable Solution Of Our Energy ProblemsJOSEPH FRAY - An Achievable Solution Of Our Energy Problems - Joseph Fray is a chartered electrical engineer and physicist in the UK. After graduation he entered the electrical power industry. During this period he served as a part-time lecturer at the Blackpool Technical College. From the power industry the he joined the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) as the Works Electrical Engineer at the Chapelcross nuclear power station. During this assignment he developed an interest in the reactor side of the operation and began a study of reactor physics. He then moved to the Industrial Power Branch of...
2021-11-0241 minAddiction AudioJITAIs and using smartphones to prevent lapse with Olga PerskieRob Calder talks to Dr Olga Perski about her recent research on just-in-time adaptive interventions (JITAIs) whereby smartphones are used to help prevent lapses among people who are trying to quit or reduce alcohol, tobacco or other drug use. Dr Perski talks about why the literature is so complex and how defining JITAIs is difficult in the first place. She talks about the potential for Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA), GPS positioning and micro-randomised trial studies to contribute in this area, and how we may not want to press ahead with full-scale RCTs before having conducted additional conceptual and computational...
2021-10-2730 minAddiction AudioMental imagery and cocaine craving with John MarsdenRob Calder talks to Professor John Marsden about cocaine cravings. Professor Marsden discusses the lack of pharmacological treatments for cocaine, and about his recent study using mental imagery to address cocaine cravings. He talks about the benefits of positive imagery compared with negative imagery. He then discusses how useful mixed-methods research can be and the importance of writing up data from unfinished trials. Lowry, N., Marsden, J., Clydesdale, B., Eastwood, B., Havelka, E.M. and Goetz, C. Acute impact of self‐guided mental imagery on craving in cocaine use disorder: a mixed‐methods analysis of a rando...
2021-10-2031 minAddiction AudioThe Paper Authoring Tool (PAT) with Robert WestRob Calder talks to Professor Robert West about the Paper Authoring Tool (PAT). Professor West talks about how PAT can be used in the design and write-up phases of a randomised controlled trials, about how it saves time for reviewers and journals and about how using the PAT can make your research more rigorous, well reported and discoverable. He also discusses the future of research publishing and how computer reading can save months or years on evidence synthesis and how this relates to the Human Behaviour Change Project. There is also a small section on the interaction between computers...
2021-09-1427 minAddiction AudioCannabis, opioids and the gateway hypothesis with Jack WilsonJack Wilson talks to Rob Calder about his recent systematic review and meta-analysis on whether cannabis use increases the likelihood of later life opioid use or opioid use disorders. Jack talks about the limitations of the literature, the influence that the gateway hypothesis has had on policy and on some of the different types of studies that explore this issue. Wilson J, Mills K, Freeman TP, Sunderland M, Visontay R, and Marel C. Weeding out the truth: a systematic review and meta-analysis on the transition from cannabis use to opioid use and opioid use disorders, abuse...
2021-07-1516 min
World Hockey ReportWorld Hockey Report with Katie Caldwell - Featuring Justin Emerson and Rob Gherson (June 23rd, 2021)The World Hockey Report Podcast is the leading hockey podcast covering the sport hockey on a global scale presented by The Hockey Podcast Network
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Cody and Katie are joined by Las Vegas Sun VGK reporter Justin Emerson to talk about the Habs taking game 5, plus Calder Cup Champ and goalie coach Rob Gherson helps us break down the goaltending in the Stanley Cup semifinals.
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2021-06-2356 minAddiction AudioCannabis, schizophrenia and genetics with Emma JohnsonDr Emma Johnson talks to Rob Calder about shared genetic liabilities for cannabis use disorder and schizophrenia and the role of tobacco smoking. Dr Johnson talks about the implications of this research on the evidence for a causal relationship between cannabis and schizophrenia and for other genetic associations relating to substance use and psychiatric disorders. The episode also covers to ever-fascinating issue of mendelian randomisation. (Be sure to check out episode 22 too!)Johnson E.C., Hatoum A.S., Deak J.D., Polimanti R, Murray R.M., Edenberg H.J., et al. The relationship...
2021-06-1416 min
Art Slice - A Palatable Serving of Art History13 - The Sandman & the Art Addict - Alexander Calder, “Silver Bedhead”, 1946 for Peggy GuggenheimThis week, Stephanie Dueñas and Russell Shoemaker tread through the fascinating history behind the sculpture work “Silver Bedhead” from 1946 by Alexander “Sandy'“ Calder, mobile master, commissioned by Peggy Guggenheim, a woman whose art addiction influenced Modern Art History of the last century. Pick up our new Art Slice Museum Shirt by Son Siwakorn here: https://www.artslicepod.com/shopThey go back to the beginning of Peggy and Sandy’s lives when each experienced serendipitous moments that changed the trajectory of their lives, their paths running parallel to one another until art brought them together re...
2021-06-051h 04Addiction AudioPay for Performance funding and emergency hospital admissions with Thomas MasonRob Calder talks to Dr Thomas Mason about his research on pay for performance models of addiction treatment and how they were associated with increased emergency hospital admissions. Mason T, Whittaker W, Jones A, Sutton M. Did paying drugs misuse treatment providers for outcomes lead to unintended consequences for hospital admissions? Difference-in-differences analysis of a pay-for-performance scheme in England. Addiction 2021 https://doi.org/10.1111/add.15486 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-06-0119 minAddiction AudioVaping and smoking cessation with Máirtín McDermott and Leonie BroseRob Calder talks to Dr Máirtín McDermott and Dr Leonie Brose about their research into the effectiveness of e-cigarettes for quitting smoking.McDermott M.S, East K.A, Brose L.S, McNeill A, Hitchman S.C, Partos T.R. The effectiveness of using e‐cigarettes for quitting smoking compared to other cessation methods among adults in the United Kingdom. Addiction 2021. https://doi.org/10.1111/add.15474 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-2817 minAddiction AudioAlcohol attributable mortality in the Americas with Maristela MonteiroRob Calder talks to Dr Maristela Monteiro about deaths in the Americas between 2013 and 2015 that were 100% attributable to alcohol. Chrystoja B.R, Monteiro M.G, Owe G, Pinheiro Gawryszewski V, Rehm J, Shield K. Mortality in the Americas from 2013 to 2015 resulting from diseases, conditions and injuries which are 100% alcohol attributable. Addiction 2021 https://doi.org/10.1111/add.15475 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-1220 minAddiction AudioSocial norms and smoking behaviour with Katie EastRob Calder speaks to Dr Katie East about her research into social norms in relation to smoking behaviourEast K, McNeill A, Thrasher JF, Hitchman SC. Social norms as a predictor of smoking uptake among youth: a systematic review, meta‐analysis and meta‐regression of prospective cohort studies. Addiction 2021 https://doi.org/10.1111/add.15427 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-0811 minAddiction AudioHeroin use and general population surveys with Jon CaulkinsRob Calder speaks to Professor Jon Caulkins about his Addiction Opinion & Debate article discussing the difficulties of measuring heroin use with general population surveysReuter P, Caulkins JP, Midgette G. Heroin Use Cannot Be Measured Adequately with a General Population Survey. Addiction 2021 https://doi.org/10.1111/add.15458 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-03-3016 minAddiction AudioAlcohol policy and gender with Petra MeierRob Calder speaks to Professor Petra Meier about her research using computer modelling to estimate how the impact of alcohol pricing policies might differ according to gender.Meier PS, Holmes J, Brennan A, Angus C. Alcohol policy and gender: a modelling study estimating gender-specific effects of alcohol pricing policies. Addiction 2021 https://doi.org/10.1111/add.15464 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-03-1716 min
Top Cheddar#34 - Jay Henderson - WHL, 12 year Pro career, 3x Calder Cup Champ, coaching and more!Jay Henderson is a graduate of the Western Hockey League, having played with the Red Deer Rebels and the Edmonton Ice. He was drafted by the Boston Bruins in the 9th round of the 1997 National Hockey League Draft. He went on to a 12-year professional career, including 33 games with the Boston Bruins. Henderson won 3 Calder Cups in the American Hockey League, one in Providence, one in Houston and one with Milwaukee. He also went to Europe near the end of the his hockey career, playing in Germany, Austria and England.
After he was done playing, Henderson wanted to sta...
2021-03-1246 minAddiction AudioOnline search behaviour and minimum unit pricingRob Calder speaks to Professor David Leon about his research into on-line search behaviour as minimum unit pricing of alcohol was introduced in Scotland, and what it told him about how people responded to minimum unit pricing policies.Leon DA, Yom-Tov E, Johnson AM, Petticrew M, Williamson E, Lampos V, Cox I. What on-line searches tell us about public interest and potential impact on behaviour in response to minimum unit pricing of alcohol in Scotland. Addiction 2021 https://doi.org/10.1111/add.15388 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
2021-02-2415 min
Terror Talk - Killer Minds and Creepy StuffMichael Myers & the Halloween FranchiseShannon & Cathy discuss the whole Michael Myers Universe including Halloween 1-6, Halloween H2O and the Resurrection, the Rob Zombie editions and the new Halloween 2018.
2020-10-211h 02
You should have been thereTHE NEW NORMALWhat's in store for this summer's holidaymakers in the UK? What's open, what needs booking and when do you need to take your own toilet with you? Plus an insight into the mysteries of Romney Marshes and the challenge of cycling from London to Land's End. Thanks to Rob, Silas, Karen, Jan and Vanessa.
2020-07-2725 minAddiction AudioAddiction News with Rob CalderSuzi talks to Dr Rob Calder about Addiction News and COVID-19 addiction news from across the globe. Addiction News is an area on the journal website where Rob has been compiling news articles and stories related to addiction. Rob is the Deputy Web Editor for the Society for the Study of Addiction, as well as the editor of Addiction News. We talk about the page itself, as well as news stories about addiction and COVID, in particular around changing policies and changing treatment options for people who use drugs.The Addiction News pages can be found...
2020-06-2519 min
Coliseum Chronicles: the Penalty Box PodcastEpisode 20: Rob DiMaioThanks for tuning in everybody! Today I welcome 2-time Memorial Cup Champion, Calder Cup Champion, Italian League Champion, and Stanley Cup Champion Rob DiMaio to the Penalty Box. Affectionately known as "Sal", Robbie was a fan favorite at every stop for his lunchpail style of play. Robbie is blood & guts personified, giving 100% on every single shift. I'm grateful for his time. Grazie Robbie! I hope you people enjoy it!
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2020-06-142h 59Addiction AudioAlcohol taxation and violent victimization with Katherine KeyesRob Calder interviews Katherine Keyes about her research: Assessing the impact of alcohol taxation on rates of violent victimization in a large urban area: an agent‐based modeling approachThe research article can be read here: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/add.14470Keyes, K. M., Shev, A., Tracy, M., and Cerdá, M. ( 2019) Assessing the impact of alcohol taxation on rates of violent victimization in a large urban area: an agent‐based modeling approach. Addiction, 114: 236– 247. https://doi.org/10.1111/add.14470. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-05-0318 min
Nucks Misconduct: for Vancouver Canucks fansThe First Time with guest Rob Williams | Power Of The TowelIn the inaugural episode of Power Of The Towel, we talk about Jacob Markstrom and his amazing play with the Vancouver Canucks. Can he keep it up the rest of the season? Will Nils Hoglander make the opening lineup next year? Also, Rob Williams of Daily Hive stops by to apologize for the incident during the Blackhawks game, his start in sports media, and how likely Quinn Hughes is to win the Calder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-01-071h 05Nucks Misconduct: for Vancouver Canucks fansThe First Time with guest Rob Williams | Power Of The TowelIn the inaugural episode of Power Of The Towel, we talk about Jacob Markstrom and his amazing play with the Vancouver Canucks. Can he keep it up the rest of the season? Will Nils Hoglander make the opening lineup next year? Also, Rob Williams of Daily Hive stops by to apologize for the incident during the Blackhawks game, his start in sports media, and how likely Quinn Hughes is to win the Calder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-01-071h 05
Integral Health with Ben CalderInterviewing Rob Chapman on Hypnotherapy, what is possible?This is a great interview for me as I have known Rob Chapman for 19 years and was seeing his earlier study in celtic mysticism, magic and music way back then. This gave us a chance to talk about possibilities in hypnotherapy, what can and can't be done, how it can be used for spiritual development. Also on Rob's "How To..." book series and his new workshop based on his book The Art. Listen on for more detailsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/integral-health-with-ben-calder--3335603/support.
2019-02-2144 min
What's the CrackSubstance Use in Older AdultsHello everyone! This week Elle is joined with Chris Perlman and Eunice Indome, a Professor and a Masters Student from the University of Waterloo in Canada. Together they find out What’s the Crack with substance use among older adults!So, who classifies as an older adult? What substances are being used by this population? Why is it called an ‘invisible epidemic? Why is this population so important to research? And is alcohol treatment tailored to age? Find out more about Chris and Eunice’s work: hereENJOY!@WhatThe...
2018-12-1727 min
What's the CrackDanceSafe (with Mitchell Gomez)Hi everyone! This week Elle is joined with Mitchell Gomez, the Executive Director of DanceSafe. Together they find out what’s the crack with DanceSafe and their onsite reagent drug testing in the US nightlife community!So, who are DanceSafe and what do they do? Why are people pressing super strong MDMA pills? Why are people buying fentanyl strips in the US? And if drugs are used in maximum security prisons, why do governments think that drugs can be kept out of nightclubs?Find out more about DanceSafe: dancesafe.orgFollow them on tw...
2018-09-1830 min
What's the CrackThe Loop (with Henry Fisher)Hi everyone! This week Elle is joined with Henry Fisher, partner of Hanway Associates and the senior chemist of the Loop. Together they find out what’s the crack with the Loop and their successful drug testing in festivals throughout the UK!So, who are the Loop? what is drug testing at festivals? How is it legal? Does the Loop have UK government backing? And why does someone keep selling anti-malaria tablets?Find out more about the Loop: click hereIf after listening, you think that the Loop is a worthy ca...
2018-08-2827 min
What's the CrackUK Drug Policy (with Steve Rolles)Hi everyone! This week Elle is joined with Steve Rolles, the Senior Policy Analyst from Transform Drug Policy Foundation. Together they find out What’s the Crack with Transform and their successful work with drug policy in the UK over the past few decades, what country has ‘better’ drug polices, and why medical and non-medical cannabis lobbying should be kept separate.So, why is the War on Drugs so resilient? Why should we change the name of ‘decriminalisation’? and when comparing the States, Uruguay and Canada, which country has the better cannabis policy?Find out more about...
2018-08-1432 min
What's the CrackAyahuasca (with Rev. Danny Nemu)Hi everyone! This week Elle is joined with Reverend Danny Nemu, a hypnotherapist, and author of Neuro-Apocalypse. Together they talk about Danny’s new book and find out what’s the crack with psychedelics and their link to cognition and language, ayahuasca, the legality of psychedelics and the friction with science.So, do science and psychedelics mix? Is ayahuasca a drug? Are those who use psychedelics more liberal?To note: If you are thinking about doing ayahuasca, it is important that you trust the person that you are doing it with. Talk to people beforehand and...
2018-07-3127 min
What's the CrackPsychedelics with the CSSDPHi everyone! This week Elle is joined with Will Bastedo, the Director/Co-director of the Toronto Chapter of Canadian Students for Sensible Drug Policy, CSSDP. Together they go deep into psychedelics and find out What’s the Crack with the research around psychedelics and mental health, promising new leads of psychedelics and epilepsy, and what’s the crack with microdosing?So, who are the Canadian Students for Sensible Drug Policy? Are psychedelics a new lead for epilepsy? What is microdosing and who started it?To note: when we discuss 5HT2c or 5HT2a receptors, thes...
2018-07-1726 min
What's the CrackDrug Policy in Ireland (with Tony Duffin)Hi everyone! This week Elle is joined with Tony Duffin, the CEO of the Ana Liffey Drug Project. Together they find out What’s the Crack with Ana Liffey’s successful lobby of supervised injection facilities in Ireland and their plans to work towards decriminalisation of drugs in Ireland.So, what are supervised injection facilities? Why does Ireland need them? What was the backlash against supervised injection facilities? And why decriminalisation and not legalisation?Find out about Ana Liffey Drug Project: click hereFind out about Ana Liffey’s new campaign #SaferFromHarmENJO...
2018-07-0330 min
What's the CrackDrugs, Women, and the Media (with Jenny Valentish)Hi everyone! This week Elle is joined with Jenny Valentish, the author of Woman of Substances! Together they find out What’s the Crack with her new book, the media’s representation of women and drugs, the language used by the media, and more!So, what was Jenny’s experience with the media? Why does the media love a rock bottom to redemption story? Why do menstrual cycles leave women out of research? And why does the media love the word “addict”?Check out Jenny’s book on Amazon: click hereFind out more about A...
2018-06-1929 min
What's the CrackPsychedelics: Getting Higher (with Julian Vayne)Eyup listeners! Have you been waiting for an episode on psychedelics? Don’t worry, it’s here! This week Elle is joined with Julian Vayne, the author of “Getting Higher: A Manual of Psychedelic Ceremony”. Together they find out What’s the Crack with Julian’s amazing book, the psychedelics renaissance, the difference between synthetic and natural psychedelics, sex and psychedelics and more!So, what are psychedelics? Are they the key to a world free from war? Are synthetic psychedelics superior to natural? Can psychedelics help with addiction? And what's Nixon got to do with it?Check out...
2018-06-0633 min
What's the CrackCannabis PotencyHI ALL! This week Elle is talking with Dr Tom Freeman from the National Addiction Centre in London but who is currently in Lisbon at the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction. Cool huh? Together, they find out what's the crack with cannabis potency in Europe, the States and Canada!So, what is cannabis potency? Why has potency increased over the years? How do we even measure potency? Why is CBD so important? But more importantly...what is a Pot Tart?Find us on twitter @whatthecrackpodP.s. I thought I...
2018-05-2229 min
What's the CrackChemsexHello, bonjour, hola. This week Elle is joined with Dr Adam Bourne from La Trobe University in Melbourne to learn and talk about chemsex!So, What’s the Crack with chemsex? Is everyone doing it? What drugs are used in chemsex? Is it most common in MSM? What's PrEP? Why is Elsa from Frozen involved?Take a listen and find out!Follow us on twitter @whatthecrackpodThank you and enjoyP.s. Apologies for some of the sound quality issues – it was my first interview via Skype!...
2018-05-0841 min
What's the CrackTobacco, E-cigarettes & CannabisEyup! This week Elle is joined with Danielle Smith from Roswell Park and the University of Buffalo, United States to discuss tobacco, e-cigarettes and a little bit of cannabis!So, What’s the Crack with tobacco, e-cigarettes and cannabis? Are youth now loving e-cigarettes? Is it better that they are using e-cigarettes than cigarettes? What is the gateway drug – is it e-cigarettes? Cannabis? Alcohol? Or even caffeine??Find out this and more!Follow us on twitter - @whatthecrackpodThank you and enjoy the show! Hosted on Acast. See acas...
2018-04-1727 min
What's the CrackGamblingEYUP! We are back with Elle in Canada! This week Elle is discussing all things gambling and is joined with three researchers: Candice Graydon from McMaster University, and Madison Stange and Chanel Larche, from the Gambling Research Lab at University of Waterloo. So, What’s the Crack with Gambling? Are you addicted to Candy Crush? Will you ever win on a slot machine? Are games created by psychologists to keep us playing, or is it just trial and error?Why don’t you listen to find out!Candice (@candice_graydon), Madison (@mjstange) and Chan...
2018-04-0335 min
What's the CrackOn location: Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco ConferenceIn February 2018, the best of all Tobacco, Nicotine and E-cigarette researchers gathered in Baltimore, U.S. for the Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco (SRNT) conference. This episode, Elle talks with a crew from Australia, Germany, UK, and Canada to discuss thoughts and findings at this informative conference.So, what did we young researchers learn? Are menthol cigarettes going to be banned? Do your social norms influence how you feel about smoking? What is this new, fancy, USB-looking e-cigarette that’s taking the world by storm?Still wondering? Listen to find out!Fo...
2018-03-2030 min
What's the CrackCannabis Legalization in CanadaHappy new year! July 2018 is approaching fast, which means Canada is soon to legalize the non-medical use of cannabis! This week Elle is talking with Cesar Leos-Toro, a PhD candidate at the University of Waterloo. Cesar and Elle cover a lot of ground so listen to find out what’s the crack with cannabis legalization in Canada!So, what’s happening? Why is the Canadian government legalizing weed? Where can you buy it? Who can buy it? Is everyone high now? Is the Canadian government doing the right thing?Listen to find out and more!!!
2018-01-0934 min
What's the Crack"Food Addiction"We are back with Elle in Waterloo, Canada! This week Elle is talking with Amanda Raffoul, a PhD student from the University of Waterloo. Join Elle and Amanda to find out what’s the crack with food addiction! So, is it an addiction? Are we just overeating? Can you be addicted to life’s necessity? What is the crossoverbetween eating disorders and “food addiction”? Will this terminology actually help? Please note: Elle managed to talk about two things without explaining herself (bad hosting skills), so please find a brief expl...
2017-12-1926 min
What's the CrackLisbon Addictions Part 2In late October 2017 the great and the good of addictions policy and research gathered in Lisbon to discuss all things addictions. What's the Crack sent a crew to suffer the 30 degree heat and wonderful city of Lisbon on your behalf. This second episode asks what lunch is like, talks about chemsex, asks what a TWIST session is and how you can carbon offset your addiction.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-12-0529 min
What's the CrackInjecting Drug Use: An Episode with Dr Dan WerbThis week we are in Toronto, Canada! Elle has made the move to Ontario, and is beginning the What’s the Crack Canadian series with Dr Dan Werb from St Michael’s Hospital, who is also the director of the International Centre for Science in Drug Policy! Join Elle and Dan to find out what’s the crack with initiating injecting drug use, the overdose epidemic in Canada, and drug policy.So, what is the most pressing drug issue in Canada? Why should we try and stop people injecting drugs? How do we stop people injecting drugs...
2017-11-2126 min
What's the CrackWhat's the Crack on location: Lisbon Addictions - pt 1In late October 2017 the great and the good of addictions policy and research gathered in Lisbon to discuss all things addictions. What's the Crack sent a crew to suffer the 30 degree heat and wonderful city of Lisbon on your behalf. This episode asks whether crack cocaine impairs mind reading abilities, whether our jobs will be taken over by robots, how to stop heroin overdose and what exactly is the crack with contingency management? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-11-0722 min
What's the CrackExtra Crack - an interview with Dr Gail GilchristTo follow up on the intimate partner violence podcast Rob interviews Dr Gail Gilchrist about her work with perpetrators of intimate partner violence. We discuss the work, research and complexities of this important issue. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-09-0526 min
What's the CrackWhat's The Crack - Making a PodcastNot a regular episode of What's The Crack, but a recording of a presentation by the WTC team at The Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, King's College London about their experiences making a podcast from first idea to final episode. Hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-07-2948 min
What's the CrackDrug Use in FilmsThis week is the final week with Rob, Elle and Lindsey as a team! So their end of term special is to find out What's the Crack with Drug Use in Films?!So, how are drugs used in films? Is it accurate? What does a character's drug use say about their personality? Are drugs a way to speed up a story line? Should films with tobacco have an age restriction? And why do we mention so many Zac Efron films? Seriously, why?Follow us on twitter! @WhatTheCrackPod @CalderRob @LindseyAHines @ElleShawadWe will have some episodes following this one but for now...
2017-06-1345 min
What's the CrackSpiceThis week Rob, Elle and Lindsey find out What’s the Crack with Spice? Dr Nicky Kalk joins the team in a discussion about Spice and its use in the prison population. So, what is Spice? Who uses it? Given the choice, would users prefer to use cannabis over spice? Why is it so popular in prisons? And why are the media unhelpfully calling Spice users, Zombies?Follow us on twitter! @WhatTheCrackPod! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-05-3130 min
What's the CrackBe Right Back!Hey What's the Crack listeners! We are missing an episode due to various circumstances, but we will be back on the 30th of May with our new episode on Spice and its use in the Prison population. It's going to be a good one so please tune back in in a fortnight!Follow us on twitter @WhatTheCrackPod and subscribe on iTunes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-05-1601 min
What's the CrackIntimate Partner Violence and Drug UseThis week, Rob, Elle and Lindsey find out what's the crack with Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and drug use. They talk to Karen Bailey from King's College London about her research and experience working with IPV and drug and alcohol use. We discuss some of the myths, prevalence and patterns of behaviour that are associated with IPV as well as some of the issues facing those seeking treatment and help following an abusive relationship. Find us on twitter @WhatTheCrackPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-05-0428 min
The Locker RoomRuss Cohen with Gord Stellick and Rob Simpson on NHL Network Radio Talking #Russianfreeagents #Calder and #Rangers #HabsRuss Cohen with Gord Stellick and Rob Simpson on NHL Network Radio Talking #Russianfreeagents #Calder and #Rangers #Habs
2017-04-2110 min
What's the CrackThe DarknetThis week Rob, Elle and Lindsey find out What’s the Crack with the darknet? Elle interviews Daniel Moore from the War Studies departments at King’s College London on his work on the darknet and drug marketplaces (aka cryptomarkets).So, can you buy drugs on the darknet? Who uses the darknet? Is it really as bad as it seems? And isn’t it just like Stranger Things?Find Daniel Moore on Twitter: @ildannymooreFollow us on twitter! @WhatTheCrackPod! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-04-1833 min
What's the CrackWhat is Addiction?The question on everyone’s lips…. what is addiction? Rob, Elle and Lindsey find out What’s the Crack with addiction? This week Elle interviews Camille Goetz from the National Addiction Centre on a new trial on crack cocaine dependence. So, is addiction a disease? How do we classify addiction? And can you be addicted to your smartphone? Listen on your smartphone to find out!Follow us on twitter! @WhatTheCrackPod! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-04-0438 min
What's the CrackHuman Enhancement DrugsWant to be a better you? A stronger you? A smarter you? Rob, Elle and Lindsey find out What’s the Crack with steroids and cognitive enhancements! This week Rob, Elle and Lindsey interview Dr Larissa Maier from the United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime (UNODC) on cognitive enhancers and Dr Andreas Kimergard from the National Addiction Centre, King’s College London on steroids! So, can drugs make you smarter? Does ‘Roid rage exist? If we take modafinil, can we be like Bradley Cooper from Limitless? And can alcohol or cannabis be a cognitive enhancer? Find Larissa on twitter @maier...
2017-03-2127 min
What's the CrackMinimum Unit PricingAfter years in the courts, it looks like Scotland will be implementing the alcohol policy 'Minimum Unit Pricing' (MUP) and Rob, Elle and Lindsey find out What’s the Crack? This week Lindsey interviews health economist Sarah Roberts, and Rob and Elle are joined with Dr Sadie Boniface from the National Addiction Centre! So, why has this policy taken so long? Will it ever get introduced? Who is this policy targeted at? Will it reduce health inequalities? And how much will your wine and cider cost after implementation? Find Sadie on twitter @sadiebonifaceFind Sarah on twitter @dirtymodelling and www.dirtymodelling.co...
2017-03-0728 min
What's the CrackCannabis LegalisationAs more countries and jurisdictions are relaxing their laws around cannabis, Rob, Elle and Lindsey find out What’s the Crack? Although Rob technically doesn’t, because he's been temporarily replaced with Dr Amir Englund of the National Addiction Centre, King’s College London! So, what are the choices in cannabis legislation, is it just prohibition or legalisation? Could some types of cannabis actually reduce psychosis? Will legalisation effect potency? And if cannabis is legalised, will everyone start using it?(Find Amir on twitter @AmirEnglund) Our pitch for a "Roadmap to Cannabis Regulation": https://sway.com/sUrXAyHkPQfLNuYm Hosted on Aca...
2017-02-2129 min
What's the CrackDrug Consumption RoomsAs drug consumption rooms get the go-ahead in the UK and Seattle, Rob, Elle and Lindsey find out What’s the Crack? Why are they only now being introduced in the UK? Will these rooms provide free heroin? How can they help people who use heroin? And what is the problem with just injecting heroin on the streets? Furthermore, Dr Victoria Brooks of King’s College London/University of Exeter talks to us about what happened to the patients who were prescribed heroin on the NHS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-02-0735 min
What's the CrackFabric Nightclub, LondonRob, Elle and Lindsey find out What's the Crack with the London nightclub, Fabric. Why did it close? On what grounds did it reopen? How does this link to current drug use? And is everyone in clubs taking drugs? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-01-2434 min
What's the CrackRob Calder - BiographyRob Calder is a PhD student at the National Addiction Centre, King's College London. ResearchGate profile: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Robert_CalderTwitter: @CalderRob Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-01-1400 min
What's the CrackDry January and Temporary AbstinenceRob, Elle and Lindsey find out What's the Crack with Dry January and temporary abstinence, asking who’s doing it? Is it good for us? And where does the idea of abstinence actually come from? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-01-1032 min
What's the CrackLindsey Hines - BiographyLindsey Hines is a post-doctoral researcher at the National Addiction Centre, King's College LondonResearch Gate Profile: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Lindsey_HinesTwitter: @LindseyAHines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-01-0900 min
What's the CrackElle Wadsworth - BiographyElle Wadsworth is a researcher at the National Addiction Centre, King's College LondonResearchGate Profile: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Elle_WadsworthTwitter: @ElleShawad Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-01-0900 min
What's the CrackTrailerBarely a week goes by without legal highs, binge drinking, or the latest celebrity rehab hitting the headlines. But have you ever wondered what the facts are behind drug and addiction news stories? Three researchers from the National Addiction Centre at King’s College London – Rob Calder, Elle Wadsworth, and Lindsey Hines – want to know: What’s The Crack? By applying their expertise in drug and addiction science to the latest media hot topics, their conversations reveal the complexities behind the headlines.Tweet us @WhatsTheCrackPod, and join the discussion #CrackPodIdea. This podcast is funded by the King’s College London Public Eng...
2016-12-1400 min
Music FridayLive!The Walcotts with high octane bluegrass. Hamish Anderson, the "Restless" EPLA-based The Walcottsplay high octane “Bluegrass, country and folk rock that makes people shout, clap and dance A standout in the crowded LA music scene , they are the essence of West Coast Americana music that melds country, blues, folk, gospel, jazz and rock in live shows that sell-out and blow fans away. They are slowly releasing recorded versions of their power-packed live music and we will be playing cuts from their new sampler album.
Melbourne-based Hamish Anderson is a blues powerhouse who at 23 years old, toured the world with the late B.B. King after recording his self-titled first EP with Er...
2015-12-1800 min