The Blended Science Podcast
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Living with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus | Cherrisse Naidoo
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is about Cherrisse Naidoo's journey with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Her story is impressive, tune in and get some more insight. Bel...
Living with Chronic Intestinal Pseudo Obstruction (CIPO) | Nonto Khanyile
19 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This interview was about Nonto Khanyile , who lives with a chronic illness (CIPO). Her journey to diagnosis is unique and her resilience is amazing....
Pain and Pleasure Balance with Khwezi (PhD candidate) and Nkazi (PhD)
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this Episode, Khwezi and Nkazi look at the pleasure and pain balance as inspired by the Book " Dopamine nation". Tune in and be inspired ...
Self-Binding with Khwezi (PhD candidate) and Nkazi (PhD)
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nkazi and Khwezi explore the importance of self-binding which is an interesting way to control addictions. Below are the timestamps for your convenien...
Dopamine fasting with Khwezi (PhD candidate) and Dr Nkazi Mkhwanazi
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is about "Dopamine fasting". At the same time, this concept may not be widely accepted in the scientific community; we think ab...
The Science of Addiction with A Neuroscientist, Dr Oluwole.
24 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Oluwole, a medical doctor and a neuroscientist discusses some fundamental science on addiction and shares his journey from medicine into a career i...
Weight Loss Strategies with A Nutrition Consultant, Dr Lebo.
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Lebo, a Nutrition Consultant, shares her expert knowledge and practices regarding weight loss. Â She additionally shares valuable lessons on priori...
Eat more Vegetables and Fruit with a Dietitian, Dr L Govender
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr Laurencia Govender unpacks the importance of eating vegetables and fruits for better health. She also gives practical tips that ca...
Soil Care With A Soil Scientist, Dr S Mthimkhulu
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
0:00 - Guest Introduction03:19 - Overcoming failure05:39 - From refuse collection to a PhD in Soil Science08:32 - Motivation to pursue a career in Soi...
Science and Innovation with Dr PM Chelopo-Mgobozi
08 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Chelopo-Mgobozi talks to us about her journey and encourages scientists to be innovative, especially if their hypothesis does not work out as plann...
Spine Care with A Chiropractor, Dr Chihambakwe
25 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Chihambakwe talks to us about the importance of Spine care and shares interesting contrasts between low resourced and well-resourced settings. Belo...
Agricultural Engineering with Kuthadzo Mugodo, A PhD Candidate
11 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
0:57 - Introduction of the Guest1:35 - Definition of Agricultural engineering (Bioresource Engineering)3:14 - Motivation to Pursue Agric engineering6:...
Adverse Childhood Experiences with an Educational Psychologist
30 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our Guest Asiphe Mashinini, shares about how childhood trauma can pre-dispose adults to anxieties. Â Children face different types of adversities, esp...
Imposter Syndrome with Dr Nkazi Mkhwanazi
16 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episodes defines imposter syndrome (IS). The common symptoms of IS are also discussed with a few coping tips for those living with the condition....
Stress and Anxiety with a Physiologist Dr Nkazi Mkhwanazi
12 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode briefly looks at the blend of general adaptation syndrome (GAS) and modern doctrines of stress. Nkazi, also provides the tools he uses to...
Exploring Physical Exercise with A Sports Scientist Dr Thaane (Ph.D)
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn from an Exercise Physiologist Dr Thaane about the importance of physical exercise to maximize health and longevity.--- Send in a voice message: ...