Brock Richardson and his panel of sports experts engage in a lively round-table discussion about Parasports and professional sports news and newsmakers.
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Amputee soccer is the world’s fastest-growing parasport. Learn the game, meet the players.
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Professor Jim Al-Khalili talks to leading scientists about their life and work, finding out what inspires and motivates them and asking what their discoveries might do for us in the future
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Let's be honest. Life with a disability can be difficult. Luckily, we are living in the twenty-first century. This podcast is about how living in the modern world has helped people with disabilities to have fairly "normal" lives. Join me as we explore why this is and as I try to look at disability from a social model perspective and change how the world sees disability.
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The Disability Sport Info podcast discusses academic insights on different topics to do with disability sport. This show is perfect if you want to hear from expert academics researching disability sport.
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Welcome to the active journey. Listen to inspirational conversations with remarkable guests from all walks of life. Some famous, some talented, some with just an amazing story to share.
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Whatever your role, if you're helping people to be active and improve, UKCoaching.org is here for you. Listen and subscribe to our range of #GreatCoaching podcasts, which include the popular Coach Developer Interviews series.
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Send us a text The Paralympic Games is an amazing event. However, when they are done these amazing adaptive sports virtually disappear. This episode of Twenty-First Century Disability looks at these parasports from a community, or grassroots level. This episode follows three parasports that are available in Ottawa, Canada. These parasports are powe…
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"The Objective Is Gold": The Women's Amputee Soccer World Cup
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Can the US Women's Amputee Soccer Team win the inaugural World Cup tournament? Coach Paige Palazzolo thinks so.Oleh Amplitude Magazine
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Coming up on today’s program, we are excited to be joined by Brianna Hennessy, Paralympic silver medallist in canoe/kayak. She will tell us all about her experience in Paris. Plus, we ask the question “how vital are coaches in the para sports world?” The panel discusses that topic!
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Coming up on today’s show, in honour of Halloween coming up, we’re going to discuss travel horror stories as para-athletes and how we grow from those experiences. Plus, we touch on a few things in the mainstream sports world.
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Coming up on today’s show, we are thrilled to be joined by multi-Paralympic athlete and medallist Greg Westlake. Greg will discuss his role with the 2024-2025 men’s para ice hockey program. In the second half of the program, we ask “Why is it necessary and important for organizations to have a board of directors and why should you be a part of it?”…
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Coming up on today’s show, we speak with Tiffany Gaudette about her involvement in Boccia as she gets ready to take Team Ontario to the national championships in November. Plus, how critical is confidence sports? The panel discusses!
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Coming up up on this week’s show, we debrief on the fantastic interview with Devin Heroux from last week’s show. One thought in particular that we are going to focus on is this idea that athletes don’t get much of a break once the Olympics and Paralympics are over. Plus, the panel chats about legendary baseball player Pete Rose should he be in the …
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Coming up on today’s show, we are pleased to be joined by friend of the show and award-winning reporter Devin Heroux. We put a wrap on the Paralympic Games and discuss what’s next for Devin. Plus Vince Carter’s number 15 gets raised to the rafters for the Toronto Raptors is it deserving?
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Coming up on today’s episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Ontario Para Network’s Executive Director Doug Hannum and Nina all about the creation of their mascot Felix, and what impact Felix will have on the organization. Plus the panel discusses funding and its importance to help para-sports in Ontario and Canada wide.…
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Anna Korre on capturing carbon dioxide and defying expectations
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As the famous frog once said, it's not easy being green. And when it comes to decarbonising industry, indeed, reducing emissions of all sorts, the task is a complex one. Fossil fuels are used to manufacture some of mankind’s most ubiquitous products, from plastics to cement to steel; and even in areas where we’re trying to improve our footprint, th…
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Coming up on today’s show, the 2024 Paris Paralympics made some history and we discussed its impact. The Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa suffered yet another concussion in a recent game, the panel discusses concussions sports.
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Rosalie David on the science of Egyptian mummies
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Rosalie David is a pioneer in the study of ancient Egypt. In the early 1970s, she launched a unique project to study Egyptian mummified bodies using the techniques of modern medicine. Back then, the vast majority of Egyptologists regarded mummies as unimportant sources of information about life in ancient Egypt. Instead they focussed on interpretin…
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Coming up on today’s show we release our final Canadian Paralympic Summit interview. Today we hear from wheelchair rugby athlete Patrice Dagenais. Plus we wrap up the 2024 Paralympic games.
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Peter Stott on climate change deniers and Italian inspiration
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In the summer of 2003, Europe experienced its most intense heatwave on record - one that saw more than 70,000 people lose their lives. Experiencing the effects whilst on holiday in Tuscany, climate scientist Peter Stott was struck by the idea that just maybe, he could use a modelling system developed by his team at the UK’s Met Office Hadley Centre…
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Send us a text This episode of Twenty-First Century Disability discusses the history of the Paralympic Games. Within the episode you will learn about its early beginnings as the Stoke Mandeville Games in Great Britain, to the Paralympic Games that we know and love today.Oleh Hollis Peirce
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Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: LEXI classification system
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In this special episode, I speak to Giles Long, founder of the LEXI classification system. LEXI (https://lexi.global/) communicates the Parasport classification system in a clear and simple manner. During our chat I discover why and how LEXI was invented, what makes LEXI unique, and the best ways of communicating the Parasport classification system…
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Coming up on today’s show we release our second to last Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit interview. This time we hear from swimmer Nicholas Bennett. Plus, we give you the latest on the 2024 Paralympic Games.
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Ijeoma Uchegbu on using nanoparticles to transform medicines
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Imagine a nanoparticle, less that a thousandth of the width of a human hair, that is so precise that it can carry a medicine to just where it’s needed in the body, improving the drug’s impact and reducing side effects. Ijeoma Uchegbu, Professor of Pharmaceutical Nanoscience at University College London, has spent her career with this goal in mind. …
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We are pleased to be joined by CBC reporter Devin Heroux, who will give us a preview of the 2024 Paralympic games. There has certainly been a lot made of the cardboard beds in the Olympic and Paralympic Village but has accessibility been taken into account? The panel will explore that topic
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Darren Croft on killer whale matriarchs and the menopause
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Darren Croft studies one of the ocean’s most charismatic and spectacular animals – the killer whale. Orca are probably best known for their predatory behaviour: ganging up to catch hapless seals or attack other whales. But for the last fifteen years, Darren Croft’s focus has been on a gentler aspect of killer whale existence: their family and repro…
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Coming up on today’s show, we release another Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit interview. This time we speak with Priscilla Gagné, a para-judo competitor. Plus, we will discuss the pressure that is associated with attending the Paralympic Games, but how does that filter down into smaller competitions?…
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Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: What is disability?
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In this episode, the first of a special series on the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games, I explore what disability is. Professor Tom Shakespeare, a renowned Disability Studies scholar, discusses the meaning of disability for the individual and how disability is perceived within society. This episode is perfect if you want to learn about disability to sup…
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In this short episode, I announce an exciting new YouTube series for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Exclusive content will be hosted on the @DisabilitySportInfo YouTube channel before and during the event. I'll show you how the Paralympics became the event it is today, how success is achieved, and consider the legacy of the Paralympics, and much …
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Bill Gates on vaccines, conspiracy theories and the pleasures of pickleball
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Bill Gates is one of the world's best-known billionaires - but after years at the corporate coalface building a software empire and a vast fortune, his priority now is giving that wealth away. And his ethos for doing it has been shaped by science. Famed for co-founding Microsoft, in recent decades Bill’s attention has turned to philanthropy via The…
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Coming up on today’s show, we are excited to be joined by a friend of the show, Canadian para-canoe athlete Brianna Hennessy, who recently qualified for the 2024 Paralympic games in Paris. Plus we put a wrap on the 2024 Olympic Games.
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Elayna Alexandra: The Accidental Midfielder
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A congenital limb difference kept Elayna Alexandra from chasing her athletic dreams during childhood. So she was as shocked as anyone to land a roster spot on the US Women's Amputee Soccer Team.Oleh Amplitude Magazine
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The Experiences of a Vulnerable Patient Part 2: Life in Complex/Post Acute Care
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Send us a text This episode of Twenty-First Century Disability is a follow up episode to our previous one. It depicts my real life experiences in a complex/ post cute care which began in 2022. This is part two of a two part episode that revolve around the topics of the vulnerable patient.Oleh Hollis Peirce
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Coming up on today’s show, we release another Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit interview. This time we hear from Para-cyclist Alex Hayward who recently qualified for Paris 2024. Plus, we update you on the Olympic Games.
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Kip Thorne on black holes, Nobel Prizes and taking physics to Hollywood
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The final episode in this series of The Life Scientific is a journey through space and time, via black holes and wormholes, taking in Nobel-prize-winning research and Hollywood blockbusters! Kip Thorne is an Emeritus Professor of Theoretical Physics at Caltech, the California Institute of Technology, and someone who’s had a huge impact on our under…
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Coming up on today’s show, we are pleased to release another Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit interview. Today we speak with Para Athletics long jump athlete Noah Vucsics who was recently named to represent Canada in Paris. The Olympics are underway in Paris. We give you an update plus talk about some of the drama that has ensued with Canada So…
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Vicky Tolfrey on parasport research and childhood dreams of the Olympics
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It's summer - no really - and although the weather might have been mixed, the sporting line-up has been undeniably scorching - from the back-and-forth of Wimbledon, to the nail-biting Euros, to the current pageantry of the Summer Olympics. Next month the 2024 Paralympic Games get underway in Paris, involving the world’s very best para athletes; and…
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11 - Bernie Hollywood - Inspiring Millions, Mission and Legacy
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Send us a text Have you ever wondered what it takes to combine passion, philanthropy, and adventure into a life that inspires millions? Wonder no more. Our guest today is Bernie Hollywood OBE, a man whose name is synonymous with daring challenges, relentless charity work, and impactful change. Bernie has dedicated over 40 years to supporting numero…
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Coming up on today’s show, the road to Paris 2024 is becoming even more clear. Recently, the Canadian boccia team has been announced. Lance Cryderman will join us to discuss his final preparations headed to Paris. Plus, the panel will discuss the importance of visualization and sports.
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Dawn Bonfield on inclusive engineering, sustainable solutions and why she once tried to leave the sector for good
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The engineering industry, like many other STEM sectors, has a problem with diversity: one that Dawn Bonfield believes we can and must fix, if we're to get a handle on much more pressing planetary problems... Dawn is a materials engineer by background, who held roles at Citroën in France and British Aerospace in the UK. But, after having her third c…
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10 - Laura Fairhurst - Ironman Insights: Training, Triathlons, Triumphs, and Trials
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Send us a text In this episode of the Active Journey Podcast, Mark interviews Laura Fairhurst, a world-class Ironman Distance triathlete and successful entrepreneur. Laura shares her inspiring story, starting from her early days in sports to becoming a champion triathlete. She discusses her training regimen, balancing business and elite competition…
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The Experiences of a Vulnerable Patient Part 1: Life In Acute Care
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Send us a text What is a vulnerable patient? What is it like to be a vulnerable patient in acute care? This episode of Twenty-First Century Disability answers these questions by depicting my real life experiences in acute care in 2021/2022. This is part one of a two part episode that revolve around the topics of the vulnerable patient.…
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Coming up on today’s show, 40 year veteran broadcaster Scott Russell joins us. We talk about his lengthy career and get his views on the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Games.
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Raymond Schinazi on revolutionising treatments for killer viruses
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In recent decades, we've taken huge steps forward in treating formerly fatal viruses: with pharmacological breakthroughs revolutionising treatment for conditions such as HIV, hepatitis and herpes. Raymond Schinazi has played a big role in that revolution. Ray was born in Egypt, where his mother’s brush with a potentially deadly illness during his c…
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09 - Tommy Gentleman - Inspiring Change Through Sport
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Send us a text Today, Mark sits down with Tommy Gentleman, a record-breaking athlete, motivational speaker, and successful entrepreneur. Tommy shares his journey from world championship victories in sport jiu-jitsu to breaking a Guinness World Record in rugby conversions. He discusses his passion for sport, charity work through the Jamie G Sporting…
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Coming up on today’s show we are joined once again by Devin Heroux of the CBC. Devin will be stopping by to give us the latest on the Olympics and Paralympics as they creep closer and closer by the day. The panel shares stories about Devin and we preview our final visit from CBC’s Scott Russell next week!…
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Janet Treasure on eating disorders and the quest for answers
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From anorexia nervosa to binge-eating, eating disorders are potentially fatal conditions that are traditionally very difficult to diagnose and treat - not least because those affected often don’t recognise that there’s anything wrong. But also because of the diverse factors that can influence and encourage them. Janet Treasure is a Professor of Psy…
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08 - Isaak Dalglish: Representing Team GB and Promoting Parasport
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Send us a text Today, we are in the studio with Isaak Dalglish, a power badminton player representing Team GB! 🌟 Isaak shares his incredible journey from discovering badminton at age seven to competing on the international stage. A conversation about his experiences, the challenges he's overcome, and his vision for the future of parasport. Plus, he…
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Labour win an election landslide: what does it mean for disability sport?
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In this emergency podcast, I react to Labour winning a landslide in the UK General Election. I consider what the new Labour government means for disability sport, specifically at the grassroots sport level. Please get in touch with your thoughts on the episode Thanks for listening to the Disability Sport Info show!…
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Anne Child on Marfan syndrome and love at first sight
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Marfan syndrome is a genetic disorder that makes renders the body’s connective tissues incredibly fragile; this can weaken the heart, leading to potentially fatal aneurysms. What’s more, anyone with the condition has a 50/50 chance of passing it on to their children. Dr Anne Child is a clinical geneticist who’s dedicated her professional life to fi…
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Coming up on today’s show, it’s Canada Day and, because of that, we are going to explore some of the great and exciting moments that have taken place in Canadian sports history. We also recap game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final.
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07 - Jeff King on Football, Coaching, and Career Highs and Lows
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Send us a text We're back!!! Kicking off Season 2 with an exhilarating episode featuring Jeff King, Chesterfield’s dynamic defender. From non-league football to professional debut against West Ham at the Olympic Stadium, Jeff’s story is packed with grit, resilience, and passion. Discover his rise through the ranks, his coaching days at Active Socce…
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MLS Amputee Soccer Exhibition: "Giving It Their All on Crutches"
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Can a group of amputee soccer novices entertain a stadium full of hard-core soccer fans? Here's what happened when the Colorado Rapids of Major League Soccer sponsored an amputee soccer exhibition.Oleh Amplitude Magazine
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Coming up on today’s show, we talk about a few of the nuts and bolts that have occurred in both para and pro sports. We explore the question of what role the media plays, positively or negatively, when a team wins or loses a championship.
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Conny Aerts on star vibrations and following your dreams
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Many of us have heard of seismology, the study of earthquakes; but what about asteroseismology, focusing on vibrations in stars? Conny Aerts is a Professor of Astrophysics at the University of Leuven in Belgium - and a champion of this information-rich field of celestial research. Her work has broken new ground in helping to improve our understandi…
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Coming up on today’s show, we have another Canadian Paralympic Committee Summit interview. Today we speak with cyclist Nathan Clement. The Canadian para-women’s ice hockey program is a part of the all in project and we give you more details about that. We also talk more in-depth about one of our headlines surrounding college basketball.…
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