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14. Jemima Parry-Jones – The vulture crisis & bird conservation

2019-12-1401:05:20

Jemima Parry-Jones MBE is a conservationist, author, raptor breeder, lecturer, consultant and is the Director of the International Centre for Birds of Prey.Today she discusses her life, influences and her views on conservation of birds of prey. Specifically her involvement in helping with the vulture crisis: https://www.icbp.org/icbp-vulture-conservation/Find the International Centre for Birds of Prey on twitter here: @ICBPNewentand find me @FascinatePodA Fascinate Productions podcast

13. Alice Bell – On climate change. What can we do?

2019-04-1101:16:41

Find out all about We Are Possible (formerly 10:10 Climate Action) here: https://www.wearepossible.org/If you want more information on the history of climate change, Alice has her own website https://www.climatehistories.com/who.Find her on twitter @alicebelland find me @FascinatePodA Fascinate Productions podcast

12. Mark Purvis – Mixed Ability Sport. Changing the world one tackle at a time!

2019-04-0401:11:39

Mark, or 'Doc' to his friends, is an avid cold water swimmer. He worked as a GP for 35 years, and is currently a director at IMAS (International Mixed Ability Sport). The charity are breaking down barriers for people to participate in mainstream sport. He challenges us to examine how we view people with disabilities and check ourselves when putting others into a box. IMAS Manifesto - http://www.mixedabilitysports.org/mixed-ability-manifesto/Anthony boxing - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DDwXfX6SRtsIMAS YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBzZAHUBcqiU26v_fVPokAw Thanks for the music Laura! @laurajamesmusicLaura James' YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/loraspaperheart -A Fascinate Productions podcast

11. Ryan MacDonald – Earth, Mars, then beyond. How do we know whats out there?

2019-03-2801:48:26

Ryan is a theoretical astrophysicist based at the Institute of Astronomy in Cambridge. His work involves examining the atmospheres of distant planets with the ultimate goal of finding signs of life.Obsessed with space exploration since he was a child, Ryan followed his dream of going to mars by enrolling in the Mars One mission selection process. He’s in the final 100 applicants.Ryan is an avid scientific communicator, regularly giving talks, appearing on the radio & TV and also runs a successful YouTube channel Martian ColonistYou can find him on twitter @MartianColonist or visit his website https://distantworlds.space/A Fascinate Productions podcast

10. John Fowler – Up close and personal with the mountain gorillas of Rwanda. Would you keep your cool?

2019-03-2101:27:25

Author of A FOREST IN THE CLOUDS: MY YEAR AMONG THE MOUNTAIN GORILLAS IN THE REMOTE ENCLAVE OF DIAN FOSSEYJohn has some incredible stories from his time in Rwanda. From being charged by a silverback to cuddles with an orphan gorilla, John’s time at Karisoke research centre was an eventful one!We also discuss his life once he left Africa, his work, his successful career as an artist and how he became the master storyteller he is today.You can find his book on amazon or his website: https://jdfowler7.wixsite.com/forest-in-the-cloudsTwitter: @JohnDFowler A Fascinate Productions podcast

9. Claire Lyons – Protect the planet on a budget. What changes can we all make for a better world?

2019-03-1401:47:19

Claire is the matriarch of the frugal family. Built on the 4 pillars; People, Planet, Pocket & Parenting, she's bursting with ideas and recommendations on how to live a greener, cleaner life without the hefty price tag you may think comes along with it. Learn all about the work she does on her website and blog: www.thefrugalfamily.co.ukOr keep up to date on twitter @thefrugalfamilyA Fascinate Productions podcast

7. David Badcock – Drug policy reform. What does the evidence say?

2019-02-2801:16:59

CEO of Drug Science, The Independent Scientific Committee on Drugs, discusses the effect our current drug policy is having and why it needs to be changed to a policy backed by evidence. Useful links:Drug Science - http://www.drugscience.org.uk/Clark French - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J61tDSa76ao&t=18sProf. David Nutt - https://twitter.com/ProfDavidNutt A Framework for a regulated market for cannabis in the UK- https://www.tdpf.org.uk/sites/default/files/A_framework_for_a_regulated_market_for_cannabis_in_the_UK.pdfA Fascinate Productions podcast

6. Dr Flàvia Belham – Applying learning to life. How can we all learn more effectively?

2019-01-0453:37

Dr Belham now applies her neuroscience expertise to improve social mobility through education. She works for the social enterprise Seneca Learning offering a free platform to schools, teachers and students enabling them to learn and study in a more effective way.She speaks about revision and learning techniques, how age effects learning, brain care and much more. https://www.senecalearning.com/ To get in touch, Email her at Flavia@seneca.io@FlaviaBelhamPhD @SenecaLearnA Fascinate Productions podcast

5. Dino Hodzovic & Beth Keeble – Staying positive, fit & mindful. How can we live a healthy, happy and totally awesome life?

2018-12-2801:34:13

Sam is joined by Dino Hodzovic & Beth Keeble. They share their expertise in all things health and fitness while their infectious optimism and positive outlook will have you smiling all the way to the gym... Or on a mindful walk Mindfulness, weight loss, exercise and education are all discussed, as well as their new book, 'The Pre7ty Simple Principals of Weight Loss: A mindful method to living a healthy, happy and totally awesome life'.Twitter: @pre7tysimple #SecretPressUpClubWebsite: pre7tysimple.com Check out their book here: https://amzn.to/2PkReiO A Fascinate Productions podcast

4. Dr Susan Cheyne – Wildlife conservation. Why are gibbons the coolest ape?

2018-12-2155:52

Susan lectures in primate conservation at Oxford Brookes University. She is a co-director of the Borneo Nature Foundation and vice-chair of the IUCN Primate Specialist Group Section on Small Apes.Gibbons are the focus of a lot of Susan's research and work. She works to fight against the devastating impact trafficking and loss of habitat are having on the wildlife population.As well as this we discuss a whole host of conservation issues including the ethical questions surrounding zoos & palm oil.For more information visit- https://gibbons.asia/ & www.borneonaturefoundation.orgTwitter- @IUCN_Gibbon @BorneoNature @DrSusanCheyneA Fascinate Productions podcast

3. Ellis Pecan – Musicians, athletes & comics. Want to perform like a pro?

2018-12-1401:44:18

Ellis is a performance psychologist. She talks about why we procrastinate, how to deal with pressure, stand up comedy and giving speeches. http://www.eclecticperformance.com/ Twitter: @EllisEPA Fascinate Productions podcast

2. Nick Tustin – Parenting in the modern age. How to help your children (and yourselves) avoid mental health issues?

2018-12-0758:57

Nick Tustin is a mental health expert, he opened a clinical psychology practise over a decade ago and now runs the company WeParent. Their mission is to give children (and their parents) the tools to avoid mental health issues later in life.Twitter & Facebook: @WeParentUKWebsite: www.WeParent.co.ukA Fascinate Productions podcast

1. Dr Kate Faccia – Bones and all. How good is beer?

2018-11-3001:21:34

Sam talks to archaeologist Dr Kate FacciaA Fascinate Productions podcast

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