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SimCastI'm a technician not a magician 🪄 - With Josh JohnsonIn this episode, we shine a spotlight on the often overlooked but absolutely essential role of the Simulation-Based Education (SBE) Technician.Joining us is Josh Johnson, Senior Simulation Technician at the University of East Anglia. With a background in musicology and a passion for both creativity and technical excellence, Josh shares candid insights into his unique journey into healthcare simulation and what it truly means to be an SBE Tech.This episode not only celebrates the indispensable contributions of simulation technicians but also critically examines the systems, expectations and real-world challenges they face. If you’re...2025-07-2344 minSimCastLeading from the Frontline: Simulation at Scale - With Mark RidgewayIn this episode hosts Tony Jermy and Lawrence Hill are joined by Mark Ridgeway, Simulation Lead at Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust. Together, they dive into the realities, challenges and opportunities of delivering high-impact simulation within a large NHS Trust.Using the S.I.T.E. model (Surroundings, Information, Team, and Equipment) Tony and Lawrence guide the conversation through the practical framework they’ve developed to help structure and analyse effective simulation design.Whether you’re new to simulation or leading a programme yourself, this episode offers honest, practice-based reflections on what it takes to e...2025-07-0949 minSimCastSkills as Currency - App based solutions to measure skills fade - With Nathan ConradieIn this episode, Tony and Lawrence are joined by Nathan Conradie, founder and CEO of Proficien, a company that uses digital solutions to enable healthcare professionals and providers to monitor skills proficiency. Nathan discusses his novel approach to this by assigning skills 'currency' which fluctuates in value depending on how current the individual is in a given skill.To find out more about Proficien and the work Nathan is doing, please access the links below:Website - https://www.proficien.org/Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/proficienInstagram - https://www.in...2025-06-2535 minSimCastRooting for the underdog - With Jake RahmanIn this episode, Lawrence and Tony are joined by Jake Rahman, founder of the simulation collective and host of between two simulators in association with SimZine Magazine. In the episode Jake talks about being a small fish in the big pond of commercial simulation and how this affords him the flexibility to be agile and work with smaller companies to bring simulation solutions to the people that need them.#SimCast #Simulation #Podcast2025-06-1125 minSimCastDeveloping genuine empathy in simulation - With Carolyn ClevelandIn this episode, Tony and Lawrence speak with Carolyn Cleveland, founder of C&C Empathy Training Ltd (CCET). With a background in counselling and psychology (and shaped by deeply personal experiences) Carolyn brings a powerful, human-centred approach to empathy, resilience, and emotional awareness. In the episode we explore how empathy can be used genuinely in simulation, whether it is possible to measure empathy and how we can use empathy to become better educators.Please find a link to Carolyn's website below:https://www.empathytrainingltd.co.uk/2025-05-2855 minSimCastCelebrating 50 episodesIn this special episode of SimCast, Lawrence and Tony look back over the past 50 episodes to pick their favourites and discuss why they have picked them.Whether you've been following us from the very beginning or you're just new to SimCast, we would love to hear from you about what you think the podcast as we mark this milestone. Drop us a comment down below...#simcast #simulation #podcast2025-05-141h 13SimCastSimCast Meets SimGeeks - With Dave Shablak & William BelkIn this episode the SimCast boys are joined by David Shablak and William Belk of the SimGeeks podcast . In the episode the group discuss meeting your co-host, the origins of SimGeeks and SimulationTek, trans-atlantic simulation challenges and give advice on how to set up your own podcast.We're looking forward to recording part two of this meeting where we return the favour and join the SimGeeks again, but this time as guests. Watch this space...#simcast #simulation #podcast2025-04-3046 minSimCastHow to record a podcastThis week's podcast takes a slightly different approach as Tony and Lawrence discuss how they make SimCast. The pair talk about the pre-planning that is required, recording the episode itself and what happens after in post production.2025-04-1640 minSimCastWe've got an important announcement...Tony and Lawrence have a big announcement to make... Make sure you tune into the episode to find out more...2025-04-0115 minSimCastIs Virtual Reality the future of simulation? - With Jordan TsigeridesIn this episode, Tony and Lawrence are joined by Dr Jordan Tsigarides. Jordan, who's PhD is in the use of VR for therapeutic uses, tries to convince our skeptic hosts about the benefits of VR in simulation and gives us a glimpse about what the future might hold...2025-03-1939 minSimCastIn Situ Sim in the Emirates Health Services - With Mohammed Nasif & Boubaker Ayadi-ben-latifIn this video Tony and Lawrence are joined by Dr Mohamed Nasaif and Boubaker Ayadi-ben-latif who discuss setting up an in-situ simulation programme across the Emirates Health Service. In the episode the panel discuss how the innovation was born through the COVID-19 pandemic and how the programme has gone from strength to strength since.2025-03-0540 minSimCastWe've got an axe to grind... Our simulation gripesIn this episode, Lawrence and Tony lose their cool and vent about the things in simulation that really get on their nerves! No one is safe as the pair of moaning minnie's complain about everything from faulty kit, to using simulation to try and fix all of the world's problems...2025-02-1921 minSimCastThe New GIC - Modernising Life Support Instructor Training - With Kate Denning & Kevin MackieThis week the SimCast team are joined by Kate Denning and Kevin Mackie who are talking about changes to the Generic Instructor Course (GIC), an internationally renowned programme for developing instructors for life support training across a wide range of sub-specialisms. In the episode the panel discuss some of the main changes made to the GIC, as well as things that needed to stay and some of the challenges faced along the way. They look at the underpinning educational principles, a shift towards learner centric facilitation and how the model needs to be replicated at scale whilst st...2025-02-0548 minSimCastAll the gear and no idea! - Top 5 Sim EquipmentThe last in our 4-part mini series of top 5's based around the UEA SITE model sees Lawrence and Tony discuss their top 5 equipment choices for simulation. Some choices are obvious, others not so much. Stay tuned to see what clinches the number 1 spot for each of our presenters.2025-01-2425 minSimCastThere's no I in TEAM - Top 5 Sim TeamTony and Lawrence work through another top 5, this week concentrating on the people behind simulation with their top 5 team members. The duo look at their list slightly differently which makes one of them reconsider their choices...2025-01-0817 minSimCastDotting the i's - Top 5 sim informationTony and Lawrence dive into another of their top 5 series where the duo look at their top 5 pieces of sim information needed to ensure sim activity remains top notch.As usual the rules of engagement are neither person knows the other person's top 5, so stay tuned to see what they have picked.2024-12-1122 minSimCastUsing sim to navigate complexity and uncertainty - With Rosie DoyIn this episode Lawrence and Tony are Joined by Dr. Rosie Doy. The trio discuss Rosie's EdD thesis - Messiness and complexity: A case study exploring student parameidcs voayages into navigating uncertainty and look at the parrelells of Rosie's findings and its applicaiton to simulaiton. True to form, messiness rears its ugly head in the episode so stay tuned to find out what happened...2024-11-2742 minSimCastLocation, Location, Location. Top 5 Sim SettingsIn this episode Tony and Lawrence discuss their top 5 settitngs to do simulaiton in. Watch out for the odd curve ball thrown in for good measure...What would be your top 5? Let us know...#simcast #simulation #podcast 2024-11-1321 minSimCastUsing moulage to enhance simulation - With Barbara and Olaf JonesWarning - This episode contains simulated graphic wounds and discussion about trauma that some viewers may find disturbing. 🎃In this episode, Lawrence and Tony and joined by Barbara and Olaf Jones who run a moulage and special FX company that specialises in traumatic injury for simulation training and film. The couple tell us about how and why they do the work that they do, brushing shoulders with A list celebrities on hollywood film sets and give us a live demonstration of how to create realistic wounds in under ten minutes. This is a must watch episode for anyon...2024-10-3043 minSimCastSimCast - Live from Association of Anaesthesia Associates annual conferencen this episode, Lawrence and Tony are live at the Associate of Anaesthesia Associates annual conference at the Norwich assembly house. The conference was a two-day event that comprised of practical workshops on day 1 and a series of keynote presentations and updates on day 2.The conference was attended by over 60 delegates from across the country most of whom are either Anaesthesia Associates (AA) or trainee AA's. In the episode we learn more about the role of the AA in the modern healthcare landscape and interview some of the speakers and presenters who were at the conference. ...2024-10-161h 07SimCastThe commercial side of simulation - With Wendy McCraken and Jamie StewartIn this episode, Lawrence and Tony are joined by Wendy McCracken and Jamie Stuart of Elevate health care. In the episode the group dispel some myths and talk about how influential the commerical side of simulation is on shaping the future of simulation based education.#SimCast #Simulation #podcast 2024-10-0246 minSimCastA learners guide to sim (part 3) - The debriefThis is part 3 of a 3 part series deisnged to prepare learners who are new to Simulation Based Education (SBE)By the end of the episode you should be able to:- Describe the three phases of SBE delivery- Describe the purpose of the debrief- To consider what to think about as a learner in the debriefReferences:Rudolph, J.W., Simon, R., Rivard, P., Dufresne, R.L. and Raemer, D.B., 2007. Debriefing with good judgment: combining rigorous feedback with genuine inquiry. Anesthesiology clinics, 25(2), pp.361-376.2024-09-1819 minSimCastA Learners guide to sim (part 2) - Simulation activityThis is part 2 of a 3 part series deisnged to prepare learners who are new to Simulation Based Education (SBE)By the end of the episode you should be able to:- Describe the three phases of SBE delivery- To conisder what to think about during the activity phase- To recall expectations of learners particpating in simulaiton2024-09-0416 minSimCastSim Tech Live - With Nicola CookThis special episode of SimCast was recorded at Sim Tech Live 2024. Tony is joined by special co-host Nicola Cook who talks about the planning and preparation needed for the first ever Sim Tech Live event hosted by Sim and Skills. Attended by over 60 technicians from universities and hospitals across the country, this two-day conference was held at the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity base which turned out to be a fantastic venue for the event. In the episode, Tony interviews all of the keynote and workshop speakers so you can gain an insight into what the conference had t...2024-08-211h 14SimCastA learners guide to sim (part 1) - The briefingThis is part 1 of a 3 part series deisnged to prepare learners who are new to Simulation Based Education (SBE)By the end of the episode you should be able to:- Describe the three phases of SBE delivery- To conisder what to prepare for simulaiton- To recall the key elements of the briefingReferences:Somerville, S. G., Harrison, N. M., & Lewis, S. A. (2023). Twelve tips for the pre-brief to promote psychological safety in simulation-based education. Medical Teacher, 45(12), 1349-1356. [Available online] https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/0142159X.2023.22143052024-08-0724 minSimCastThe language of simulationIn this episode Tony and Lawrence unpick the semantics of some of the more ambiguous terms commonly used in simulation. What does simulation actually mean? What is a confederate and should we be using this term and what on earth is high fidelity?... All will be revealed in this episode.2024-07-2544 minSimCastBuilding an international sim centre in Pakistan - With Jackie DiasIn this episode Tony and Lawrence talk to Jackie Dias an associate professor in nursing at the university of Sharjah in the UAE. Jackie talks about her experience of building a simulation centre from the ground up in Pakistan, what was involved and lessons learned. She also talks about the work she is now doing in Sharjah.2024-07-1034 minSimCastSimulation as a new oppurtunity for scholarship - With Amy WongIn this episode, Tony and Lawrence are joined by Amy Wong an asspociate professor from the Norwich Medical School. In the episode Amy disucsses research and scholarship potential in simulation, the importance of international collaboration and how Amy is trying to spread this message through her Scholarship, Innovation and Research Network (SIReN).If you would like to know more about SIReN or would like to discuss about the scholarly work you're invovled in, you can contact Amy vias her email Amy.Wong@uea.ac.uk2024-06-2633 minSimCastUnsung heros: The simulation technician - With Dan BloodIn this episode, Tony and Lawrence are joined by Dan Blood a senior simulation technican at the university of Surrey. The trio discuss a typical day in the life of a sim tech, relationships with other faculty and creative solutions to simulation problems. #simcast #simulation #podcast2024-06-1230 minSimCastVirtual reality in simulation - With Christine VogelIn this episode, Lawrence and Tony are Joined by Christine Vogel the lead nurse educator for UbiSim: a company specialising in Virtual Reality (VR) for healthcare education. They discuss what good VR looks like, where VR sits in the different modalities of simulation education and peek into the future of what VR holds for healthcare simulation. #simcast #simulation #podcast LINKSINACSAL Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice - https://www.inacsl.org/healthcare-simulation-standards2024-05-2942 minSimCastPromoting equity through diversity in simulation - With Juliet HarrisonIn this episode Lawrence and Tony are joined by Juliet Harrison an associate professor in paramedic science from the University of East Anglia. This week's topic revolves around some of the challenges faced promoting diversity in simulation. The trio discuss both obvious issues such as skin tone in patient simulators as well as some more subtle nuances such as traditional terminology used in simulation which isn't always inclusive. A very thought provoking episode this one... #simcast #simulation #podcast In the Episode Juliet mentions several resources which can be found below:- Skin Deep - A re...2024-05-1527 minSimCastPeer-led Advanced Life Support - Hot debrief - With Hannah Williams & Irfan Said KhananIn this episode, Lawrence and Tony are Joined by Irfan and Hannah, two paramedic students who have just undertaken a peer-led Adult Life Support (ALS) simulation session. They discuss their experiences of learning and simulation at UEA, how working with different year groups provides both benefits and challenges and what they have learned from their simulation session #simcast #simulation #podcast2024-05-0111 minSimCastSimulation and practice based learning - With David AzizIn this episode Lawrence and Tony are joined by David Aziz, director of placements for the Norwich Medical School. The three discuss what simulation means in the context of practice-based learning, whether simulation should replace clinical placements and how learning differs between experiences in simulation and those in clinical practice. Discussion takes a philosophical turn throughout and David also throws a curveball question to Lawrence and Tony right at the end of the episode, so keep watching for that one!2024-04-1734 minSimCastPlastic and fantastic - Meet our patient simulator - With Floris OpalIn this special episode Lawrence and Tony meet Floris Opal the lead patient simulator at the University of East Anglia. They discuss what simulation manikins get up to after hours, how different professions interact with the manikins and Floris' lofty ambitions moving forwards. #simcast #simulation #podcast2024-04-0121 minSimCastSimulation Instructor Course - Hot debrief - With Lindsay Morgan & Charmaine ChandlerIn this episode, Lawrence and Tony are joined by Lindsay Morgan and Charmaine Chandler who discuss their experiences of learning about simulaiton having recently attended the UEA Simulation Inscturctor Course. They talk about pre-conceived ideas of simulation, what they learned and what they found most valuable about attending the course.2024-03-2011 minSimCastThe GOLD in simulation debriefing tool - With Karan BotsfordIn this episode, Lawrence and Tony are joined by Karan Botsford who talks about her current research using the Guided Observing Learner Debrief (GOLD) Tool. This tool has been designed to aid observers of a simulaiton event to structure a commentry around key areas of simulation activity to facilitate a richer peer led debrief experience. They explore the rationale behind the tool, deisgn and implementation and look at some of the prelimarny data that has been gathered and discuss early findings.2024-03-0641 minSimCastSimulaiton as a side hustleIn this episode Tony and Lawrence look at finding time to sim when you're a busy academic or clinician juggling multiple priorities. They look at what problems you often encounter, areas that can be sacrificed and things that must stay and stratergies for survial to ensure we still provide a quality product.2024-02-2133 minSimCastUsing in situ simulation to test workplace safety - With Dave Stewartn this episode we are joined by Dave Stewart who is a Non-Conformance and Incident Manager at an industrial packaging company. Dave shares his experiences of working with Tony and Lawrence who ran two in situ simulation events at Dave's company to test their responsiveness to a workplace health and safety incident. Following each event, Tony and Lawrence's consultancy buisness 'OnSITE insight' provided a debrief to staff alongside a follow up report of findings in an attempt to further increase workplace safety.2024-02-0749 minSimCastSimCast Special - Ep6 - DebriefingEpisode 6 of 6In this episode we will be discussing simulation debriefingBy the end of the episode you will be able to achieve the following learning outcomes:- Outline the basic structure and function of a debrief.- Differentiate between debriefing and feedback.- Discuss various debriefing techniques.References:Rudolph, J.W., Simon, R., Rivard, P., Dufresne, R.L. and Raemer, D.B., 2007. Debriefing with good judgment: combining rigorous feedback with genuine inquiry. Anesthesiology clinics, 25(2), pp.361-376.2024-01-2441 minSimCastSimCast Special - Ep5 - Delivering SimulationEpisode 5 of 6In this episode we will be discussing how to delivery simulation effectivelyBy the end of the episode you will be able to achieve the following learning outcomes:- Understand the importance of a structured approach to SBE.- Describe the phases of simulation delivery.ReferencesSomerville, S. G., Harrison, N. M., & Lewis, S. A. (2023). Twelve tips for the pre-brief to promote psychological safety in simulation-based education. Medical Teacher, 1-8. [Available online] https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/0142159X.2023.22143052024-01-1033 minSimCastSimCast Special - Ep4 - Planning SimulationEpisode 4 of 6In this episode we will be discussing how to plan simulation effectivelyBy the end of the episode you will be able to achieve the following learning outcomes:- Define the components of the SITE model.- Use the SITE model as a tool for planning simulation.- Conclude that planning simulation is a multi-faceted process.2023-12-2727 minSimCastSimCast - Live From HPSN 2023In this special episode of SimCast, Lawrence and Tony present their podcast live from the Human Patient Simulation Network 2023 Conference in Nottingham.Metacast: Bringing Simplicity to the complex process of podcasting... Live!The duo use simulation and their complex system model SITE to discuss how they create a podcast from start to finish.2023-12-2050 minSimCastSimCast Special - Ep3 - Simulation safetySimCast Special - The UEA Simualtion Instructor CourseEpisode 3 of 6In this episode we will be discussing topics around simulation safety.By the end of the episode you will be able to achieve the following learning outcomes:- Define the "basic assumption" made about learners undertaking Simulation Based Education (SBE).- Outline the importance of and descrie aspects of safety in SBE.- Criticall appriase the concept of safety in simulation.2023-12-1323 minSimCastSimCast Special - Ep 2 - Simulation facultySimCast Special - The UEA Simualtion Instructor CourseEpisode 2 of 6In this episode we will be discussing who is in the Simulation FacultyBy the end of the episode you will be able to achieve the following learning outcomes:- Recall the key roles of individuals involved in the design and delivery of Simulation Based Education (SBE).- Consider how key roles contribute to the delivery of SBE.- Appreciate the complexity of fulfilling these roles within the constraints of healthcare education.2023-11-2927 minSimCastSimCast Special - Ep1 - What is Simulation Based Education?SimCast Special - The UEA Simualtion Instructor CourseEpisode 1 of 6In this episode we will be discussing What is Simualtion Based Education (SBE).By the end of the episode you will be able to achieve the following learning outcomes:- Define what is SImulation Based Education- Describe common simulation modalities- Explain the Simulaiton Based Education processReferencesGaba, D. M. (2004). The future vision of simulation in health care. BMJ Quality & Safety, 13(suppl 1), i2-i10. [Available online] https://qualitysafety.bmj.com/content/13/suppl_1/i2...2023-11-1525 minSimCastReflections on the UEA simulation instructor courseIn this episode Tony and Lawrence reflect on the UEA simulation instructor course; an in house training programme designed to help academic staff at UEA develop the skills required to deliver simulaiton based education effectively.Stay tuned for a special announcement at the end of the podcast!2023-11-0122 minSimCastUsing A.I. to write healthcare simulation scenariosIn this episode Lawrence and Tony use Chat GPT to generate two A.I. generated healthcare simulation scenarios. They discuss what Chat GPT suggested as a scenario, the benefits and limitations of using the programme and unpick Lawrence's existential crisis as to whether or not robots are going to take over the simulation world!Click the links below to look t the scenarios Chat GPT generated in more detail:Tony's scenario: https://chat.openai.com/share/dcb9f234-6381-47ca-916f-0480313493c5Lawrences' scenario: https://chat.openai.com/share/4f4e99db-7c...2023-10-2427 minSimCastThe four horsemen of the debrief apocalypseIn this episode we talk about debrief and specifically how certain archetypes of facilitator can derail a debrief. We are calling these our four horsemen of the debrief apocalypse:1. The Groupie - 03:152. The Critic - 07:403. The Tutor - 18:004. The Hero - 22:40If you think you've fallen foul to one or more of these horsemen before, we'd love to hear about it in the comments below. Likewise if you have another horseman that we've missed, please let us know!2023-10-2431 minSimCastDelivering large scale simulation - With Jason CornerIn this episode we are joined by Jason Corner who talks to us about his experiences running a large scale critical incident day for final year nrusing students at the Univeristy of East Anglia.2023-10-2441 minSimCastWhere does sim fit in healthcare curricular? - With Joe Ellis-GageIn this episode we are joined by special guest Joe Ellis-Gage who talks to us about his experiences of integrating clinical simulation into pre-registration nursing curricular at UEA Norwich.2023-10-2437 minSimCastSimTour - UEA simulation centre tourIn this Episode we take alook around the Edith Cavell Building simulation centre.Built in 2006 the Edith Cavell Building (ECB) was originally the school of Nursing and Midwwifery and served as a general purpose faculty building for healthcare students at UEA. In 2021 the building underwent a £1.6 Million redevelopment project to transfrom it into a cliinical skills and simulation centre. Learning spaces are based around three main principles:1 - Specialist spaces: These look and feel like real world envirnoments (e.g. hospital ward of community home)2 - Clinical skills spaces: Deisnged to be multi...2023-10-2425 minSimCastWiping the slate clean - The UEA debriefing toolIn this episode we talk about the creation and use of the UEA debriefing tool. We talk about the concept of the design, the symbolism invovled and how it can be used to help simulation facilitators guide a debriefing conversation. We also disucss some of the personal challenges we have faced when facilitating a debrief and how we overcome these.Please find a link to the UEA debriefing tool below. If you download or use this tool, we would love to hear your feedback in the comments section. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Dxe20AYuO...2023-10-2428 minSimCastSimulation safety - Navigating the hazzardsIn this episode we explore what we mean by safety in simulation. Simulation is often considered to be "safer alternative" to clinical practice, but is this always the case? We explore safety from the perspective of the patient, the learner and the simulation facilitator...2023-10-2427 minSimCastPlanning sim. Usgin SHELL to plan your sim sessionsIn this episode we talk about how to plan for simulaiton using the SHELL model:SOFTWARE - Learning outcomes, session design, Information to be sent to facilitators and learners etc.HARDWARE - Ordering correct equipment and working with the tech team to make your sim a success.ENVIRONMENT - Physical space you have to deliver the sim, considering the limitations etc.LIVEWARE (Others) - What other people do you need to make the sim work.LIVEWARE (You) - How you navigate all of the above and the challenges you might face.2023-10-2440 minSimCastTechnique or technology? - The technophobes guide to good simulationIn this episode we will be exploring what simulaiton instructors need to consider when planning and delivering simuilation for the first time. We discuss different techniques that can be used, particualrly for those who may not be too tech savvy.If you have any good examples of using good simulation technique to overcome technological challenges, please share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below.References: Gaba, D.M., 2004. The future vision of simulation in health care. BMJ Quality & Safety, 13(suppl 1), pp.i2-i10. Newton, P.M., Da Silva, A. and Peters...2023-10-2426 minSimCastWe've got the keys to the sim centre... Now what?!?In our first SimCast episode we talk about our journey of developing a simulaiton centre and the challenges we faced along the way.2023-10-2416 min