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By Monday Science
Monday ScienceJan 21, 2022
Throwback Thursday: Love in the Metaverse
⚠️ Please note that this episode includes a trigger warning for discussions about consent, sexual assault, and sexual harassment.⚠️
Join us as Dr. Raimi-Abraham speaks with Dr. Douglas Zytko, (an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Oakland University) about Love in the Metaverse. delves into the world of virtual reality and how it is impacting dating and relationships.
About the episode
The episode explores the growing popularity of virtual reality dating experiences, and how they compare to traditional, in-person dating. It also examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of virtual reality dating, including the impact on social skills and the ability to form genuine connections. The episode also looks at the future of virtual reality technology and its potential impact on dating and relationships. It will also discusses if virtual reality could replace real-life connections or enhance them.
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Unveiling synthetic human embryos, psychedelic insights
Join Dr. Bahijja Raimi-Abraham as she shares her recent experiences as a keynote speaker at the UKI CRS Symposium and reflects on her early days as an extra on the set of Skyfall. Dr. Bahijja discusses the intriguing findings presented at the British Cardiovascular Society Conference, revealing a higher incidence of heart attacks on a particular day of the week. She also explores the groundbreaking research on synthetic human embryos created from stem cells, highlighting the ethical implications surrounding their use. Lastly, Dr. Bahijja provides a sneak peek into the upcoming episodes focusing on psychedelic drugs and their potential in medicine and health, including a upcoming interviews.
Tune in for these engaging topics and stay till the end for recommendations of exciting STEM-related events worldwide.
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Is a world without fakes possible?
In this episode, Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham interviews Hannah Gelbart, BBC Producer for the BBC series on fake medicines!
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Throwback Thursday: Psychedelics and Microdosing [Part I]
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In this episode of the podcast, Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham welcomes Dr. Rachael Sumner as a special guest. Dr. Sumner is a research fellow in neuro 🧠 and psychopharmacology at the University of Auckland. The first episode focuses on the topic of psychedelics and microdosing in health and medicine, as part of a series dedicated to educating listeners about psychedelics.
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Are we moving to Mars?
In this episode, Dr. Bahijja Raimi-Abraham provides updates on various science and technology topics.shares her interest in space medicine and the work being done by SpaceX. She also talks about the use of CRISPR gene editing technology in treating sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia.
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Throwback Thursday: Why do people find true crime relaxing?
🕰️ #ThrowbackThursday with Monday Science. Dr. Bahijja returns in this special throwback thursday episode, exploring Why do people find true crime relaxing? 🤔
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Protein Pacing + intermittent Fasting: Are you doing it right?
Discussion between Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham (Monday Science Host) and Professor Paul Arciero (Amazon #1 Best-Seller “The PRISE® Life” book) discussing protein pacing, intermittent fasting and their health benefits.
✅ Prof Arciero emphasizes the importance of protein quality and highlights differences between animal and plant sources.
✅ The conversation covers optimizing intermittent fasting, training load, and recovery.
Key takeaways include 🟢 Benefits of protein pacing and distinctions in amino acids
🟢 Effective intermittent fasting practices and the importance of prioritizing quality in nutrition and exercise for substantial health improvements.
🟢 Valuable insights are provided for healthcare professionals, and information on where to find more online is shared.
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Find out more about Prof Arciero and his work
⚪ www.priselife.com
⚪ www.paularciero.com
⚪ https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/people/paul-arciero https://www.skidmore.edu/hhps/faculty/paul-arciero.php
⚪ Forever Strong, Brisbane Australia - https://anz.isagenixevents.com/event/forever-strong/
Throwback Episode: What is Metallomics?
This is the final episode of a two-part series where Dr. Bahijja talks with Dr. Theodora (Thea) Stewart about her impressive career as a scientist, a musician, and more recently as the Lead Scientist and Manager of the London Metallomics Facility (LMF).
The LMF is based at King's College London, focusing on developing correlative bioimaging workflows to understand the roles of metals in biology.
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Throwback Thursday: What is metallomics?
This is the first episode of a two-part series where Dr. Bahijja talks with Dr. Theodora (Thea) Stewart about her impressive career as a scientist, a musician, and more recently as the Lead Scientist and Manager of the London Metallomics Facility (LMF). The LMF is based at King's College London, focusing on developing correlative bioimaging workflows to understand the roles of metals in biology.
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Throwback Thursday: Cybersecurity
In this episode... (first aired on the 20th of September 2021) Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham discusses cybersecurity with Ron Eddings (Creative Director at a cybersecurity startup Axonius and Hacker Valley Studio co-host). Thank you for listening! If you liked the episode, please give us a five-star rating and review.
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Additional Information
Throwback Thursday: COVID19 and Diabetes - World Diabetes Day
In this episode, first aired on the 16th of November 2020, Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham discusses the impact of COVID19 on diabetes in honour of World Diabetes Day.
Additional Information
- New Onset Diabetes in COVID19 -The New England Journal of Medicine
- CoviDIAB Project - http://covidiab.e-dendrite.com/
- COVID-19 and diabetes: a co-conspiracy? - The Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology
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Throwback Episode: Cancer risks, screening and health disparities in the LGBT
In this episode...first aired 9th of September 2021, Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham discussing cancer risks, screening and health disparities in the LGBT community with Scout (MA, PhD) who is the Executive Director of the National LGBT Cancer Network and the principal investigator of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)-funded LGBTQ tobacco-related cancer disparity network.
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Throwback Thursday: Career coaching in STEM
In this episode...Dr Bahijja discusses career coaching with Dr Hannah Roberts.
Be sure to check out Dr Roberts' podcast "Women in STEM Career & Confidence" Available on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts, The EdUp Experience & Stitch!
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Throwback Thursday: Fighting the Fakes
Fight the Fakes is a campaign that aims to raise awareness about the dangers of fake medicines. The campaign gives a voice to those who have been personally impacted and shares the stories of those working to put a stop to this threat to public health. It seeks to build a global movement of organizations and individuals who will shine light on the negative impact that fake medicines have on people around the globe and to reduce the negative consequences on individuals worldwide.
King's College London Fight the Fakes was founded by Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham in March 2020. King's College London Fight the Fakes is a multidisciplinary undergraduate and postgraduate student-led campaign with a primary focus to raise awareness on the global issue of falsified, counterfeit and substandard anti-infective medicines particularly antimalarials and antibiotics which causes several deaths annually globally.
In addition, the campaign also includes raising awareness of the rising use of falsified, counterfeit and substandard medicines in the United Kingdom.
In this episode (first aired 7th of December 2020) Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham discusses the global impact of fake medicines, the Fight the Fakes Campaign, fake COVID products and the COVID19 infodemic with Miriam Holm (for further information - https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/episode30 ), co-leading the Secretariat for Fight the Fakes .
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Throwback Thursday: How do scientists study the brain?
In this episode... first aired in 19th July 2021, Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham asks the question "How do scientists study the brain?" with guest Professor Alysson Renato Muotri who is a professor at the Departments of Pediatrics and Cellular & Molecular Medicine at UC San Diego.
This episode is sponsored by The Black Dementia Company https://theblackdementiacompany.com/
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Throwback Thursday - Can lab grown brain cells, tissue or organs become conscious?
This throwback episode of Monday Science Podcast, originally aired on 2nd of November 2020.
In this episode Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham discusses the potential for laboratory grown brain cells, tissues or organs to become conscious.
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Additional Information
Can lab-grown brains become conscious? (Nature Journal, NEWS FEATURE 27 OCTOBER 2020)
How COVID-19 can damage the brain? (Nature Journal, NEWS FEATURE 15 SEPTEMBER 2020)
Neurological and neuropsychiatric complications of COVID-19 in 153 patients: a UK-wide surveillance study, The Lancet Psychiatry Volume 7, Issue 10
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Throwback Thursdays - The science behind the lyrics
This throwback episode of Monday Science Podcast, originally aired on 26th of October 2020.
In this episode Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham discusses the science behind lyrics of a timeless classic which brings up topics like the neuroscience of falling in love, how lovesickness and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) are related and the effect of listening to songs about heartbreak has on our brain.
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Throwback Episode: Dementia Awareness Reflections
This throwback episode of Monday Science Podcast, originally aired on 28th of September 2020, and was part of the Monday Science Dementia Series were all episodes in the month of September were dedicated to conversations about dementia. The aim of the series is to raise awareness of dementia and experiences of it across the world.
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Throwback Episode: Dementia Awareness in Nigeria
This throwback episode of Monday Science Podcast, originally aired on 21st of September 2020, and was part of the Monday Science Dementia Series were all episodes in the month of September were dedicated to conversations about dementia. The aim of the series is to raise awareness of dementia and experiences of it across the world.
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Throwback Episode: Dementia Awareness - The Black Dementia Company
This throwback episode of Monday Science Podcast, originally aired on 14th of September 2020, and was part of the Monday Science Dementia Series were all episodes in the month of September were dedicated to conversations about dementia. The aim of the series is to raise awareness of dementia and experiences of it across the world.
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Throwback Episode: Episode 17 - Dementia Awareness: Young Onset Dementia
This throwback episode of Monday Science Podcast, originally aired on 7th of September 2020, and was part of the Monday Science Dementia Series were all episodes in the month of September were dedicated to conversations about dementia. The aim of the series is to raise awareness of dementia and experiences of it across the world.
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Throwback Thursday: Episode 15: Microwavable tea and 3D printed soil
In this throwback episode of Monday Science Podcast, originally aired on August 24th 2020, in this episode Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham provides an update on the latest findings in Science, Technology and Health this last week.
Additional Information
- Moorlag et al 2020. Safety and COVID-19 Symptoms in Individuals Recently Vaccinated with BCG: a Retrospective Cohort Study
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Throwback Thursday: Episode 12: Latest discovery - Lab made virus that mimics SARS-CoV-2
In this throwback episode of Monday Science Podcast, originally aired on August 3rd 2020, in this episode Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham provides an update on the latest findings in Science, Technology and Health this last week.
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Throwback Thursday: Episode 11: Cancer and the LGBT Community
In this throwback episode of Monday Science Podcast, originally aired on July 20th 2020, Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham discussing cancer risks, screening and health disparities in the LGBT community with Scout (MA, PhD) who is the Executive Director of the National LGBT Cancer Network and the principal investigator of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)-funded LGBTQ tobacco-related cancer disparity network.
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Throwback Thursday: Episode 8: A dead duck, money, a prize and laughter
In this throwback episode of Monday Science Podcast, originally aired on 29th of June 2020, Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham talks about one of her favourite TED talks and the fascinating Ig Nobel Prizes
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Throwback Thursday: Episode 7: Retracted Update - At your request!
In this throwback episode of Monday Science Podcast, originally aired on June 22nd 2020, Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham returns with an update on COVID19 retractions and other retractions.
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Throwback Thursday: Episode 6: Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare - Do we still need humans?
In this throwback episode of Monday Science Podcast, originally aired on June 15th, 2020, we delve into the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare and its impact on the management of type 1 diabetes.
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Throwback Thursday: Episode 5: Retracted!
In this thought-provoking episode of Monday Science Podcast, originally aired on June 8th, 2020, we take a deep dive into the world of retractions in scientific research. Host Dr. Bahijja Raimi Abraham discusses the surge in retractions, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the impact they have on the scientific and medical community.
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Psychedelics and microdosing - Part II
In this episode of the podcast, Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham welcomes Dr. Rachael Sumner as a special guest. Dr. Sumner is a research fellow in neuro and psychopharmacology at the University of Auckland. This is the concluding episode focuses on the topic of psychedelics and microdosing in health and medicine, as part of a series dedicated to educating listeners about psychedelics.
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Throwback Thursday: Episode 4: COVID19 and Vitamin D - Answering your questions
In this throwback episode of Monday Science Podcast, originally aired on June 1st, 2020, we tackle the intriguing topic of the relationship between vitamin D and COVID-19.
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Psychedelics and Microdosing Part I
In this episode of the podcast, Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham welcomes Dr. Rachael Sumner as a special guest. Dr. Sumner is a research fellow in neuro and psychopharmacology at the University of Auckland. The first episode focuses on the topic of psychedelics and microdosing in health and medicine, as part of a series dedicated to educating listeners about psychedelics.
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Throwback Thursday: Episode 3 - "An almost COVID-19 Free Episode"
In this throwback episode of Monday Science Podcast, we revisit Episode 3 titled "An almost COVID-19 Free Episode," originally aired on May 25th, 2020. Join your host, Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham, as she takes you back in time to explore the latest discoveries in science, technology, and health from that week.
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Australia has become the first country to legalise psychedelics for mental health
Join Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham as she delves into the groundbreaking news from the world of mental health as Australia becomes the first country to legalize the use of psychedelics in therapeutic settings.
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Throwback Thursday: Episode 2: COVID19, a marathon, not a sprint!
First aired on the 18th of May 2020, this Throwback Thursday episode is Part II of the second episode ever Monday Science recording by Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham!
In this concluding episode, Dr Saskia Popescu answers listener's questions on COVID19 (submitted in 2020).
Additional Information
- Interesting Tweet that is mentioned about the "Health footprint of coronavirus pandemic" (https://twitter.com/pash22/status/1246642094061563904)
Unmasking Zoonotic Threats: Conversations with Dr. Saskia Popescu
First aired on the 18th of May 2020, this throwback episode is Part I of the second episode ever Monday Science recording by Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham!
In this episode, Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham has a very insightful conversation with Dr Saskia Popescu about zoonotic diseases, COVID19 and it's impact on healthcare.
Additional Information
- MERS-CoV: Novel Zoonotic Disease Outbreak a Hard Lesson for Healthcare (https://globalbiodefense.com/2019/07/29/mers-cov-novel-zoonotic-disease-outbreak-a-hard-lesson-for-healthcare/) by Dr Saskia Popescu
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Unveiling synthetic human embryos, psychedelic insights, and more...
Join Dr. Bahijja Raimi-Abraham as she shares her recent experiences as a keynote speaker at the UKI CRS Symposium and reflects on her early days as an extra on the set of Skyfall. Dr. Bahijja discusses the intriguing findings presented at the British Cardiovascular Society Conference, revealing a higher incidence of heart attacks on a particular day of the week. She also explores the groundbreaking research on synthetic human embryos created from stem cells, highlighting the ethical implications surrounding their use. Lastly, Dr. Bahijja provides a sneak peek into the upcoming episodes focusing on psychedelic drugs and their potential in medicine and health, including a upcoming interviews.
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Throwback Thursday - Episode 1: Welcome to Monday Science
First aired on the 11th of May 2020, this throwback thursday is the first ever Monday Science recording by Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham!
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Virgin Births, and Pigeon Dreams
Join Dr. Bahijja Raimi-Abraham in this episode of Monday Science as she explores the fascinating intersection of technology, biology, and animal behavior. Discover the groundbreaking discovery of a virgin birth in a female crocodile, shedding light on self-reproduction in evolutionary ancestors. Dive into the world of microexpressions and the development of a machine learning-based tool for their recognition, with potential applications in security systems and emotional analysis. Uncover the intriguing study on pigeons' dream patterns, providing insights into their sleep and brain activity.
In addition, Dr. Bahijja expresses her gratitude to Monday Science listeners from over 71 countries worldwide and shares plans for Throwback Thursdays, where previous podcast episodes will be revisited with insights into the recording process. Don't miss out on the captivating exploration of the intersection between technology, biology, and animal behavior.
Lastly, discover exciting STEM-related events taking place in Malaysia, Botswana, the UK, and Germany, including an intelligent technology exhibition, an art and craft showcase, a space poetry performance, and a physics science slam.
Tune in to this episode for an engaging blend of groundbreaking discoveries, thought-provoking discussions, and upcoming STEM events. Thank you for being a part of Monday Science's journey!
Additional Information
- Scientists record first known ‘virgin birth’ in female crocodile in Costa Rica - https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/jun/07/scientists-record-first-known-virgin-birth-in-female-crocodile-in-costa-rica
Link to the research paper - https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/full/10.1098/rsbl.2023.0129?af=R
- Researchers in Nigeria and South Africa had developed a machine learning based tool to study the recognition of micro-expressions - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2468227620302039
- When pigeons dream - https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-023-38669-1
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From new science discoveries to Godfather of AI concerns
Join Dr. Bahijja Raimi-Abraham in this episode of Monday Science as she celebrates the podcast's three-year anniversary and discusses exciting news highlights from the world of science, health, and technology. From the discovery of the world's first pollinating amphibian to the global bird flu outbreak and the challenges faced by the electric car industry, Dr. Bahijja explores fascinating topics that are shaping our world. Dr Bahijja also dives into the use of artificial intelligence in drug discovery and shares the concerns raised by renowned scientist Geoffrey Hinton (ex Google) about the future of AI and its impact on human intelligence. Don't miss this thought-provoking episode that combines groundbreaking discoveries with thought-provoking discussions.
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Male Infertility 101: Answers to the Questions You're Too Afraid to Ask
Join us for a re-edited and improved follow-up episode on male infertility with Dr. Sarah Martins da Silva, Clinical Lecturer in Reproductive Medicine at the University of Dundee, and host Dr. Bahijja. In this episode, Dr. Bahijja asks your questions about male infertility, providing expert insights and advice from Dr. Martins da Silva. With a focus on addressing common concerns and misconceptions around male infertility, this informative and engaging episode offers valuable guidance and support to anyone affected by this issue.
Don't miss this updated episode, now with even higher quality sound and production values.
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Unlocking Male Infertility
Join us for a re-edited and improved episode on male infertility with Dr. Sarah Martins da Silva, Clinical Lecturer in Reproductive Medicine at the University of Dundee. In this updated episode, Dr. Bahijja and Dr. Martins da Silva delve into the latest research and breakthroughs in male infertility, discussing the challenges and treatment options available to couples facing this issue. With a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field, Dr. Martins da Silva offers valuable insights into the causes and potential solutions for male infertility. Don't miss this informative and engaging episode, now with even higher quality sound and production values.
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Why do we only see positive results published?
In today's episode, Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham answerers a listener's question "Why do we only see positive results published?"
Additional Information
- Publication bias: the problem that won't go away - Dickersin and Min (1993) Annals of The New York Academy of Sciences
- The importance of no evidence - Editorial Nature Human Behaviour (2019)
- When Scientists Find Nothing: The Value of Null Results - Inside Science (2020)
- Monday Science Episode 70 - COVID19 Retracted Papers
- Example of where studies have investigated the influence of publication bias and impact
- Suicide risk with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors and other new-generation antidepressants in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies [Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health, 2021]
- Vitamin D and covid-19 [BMJ, 2021] - Rapid Responses
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Listener Question - How is AI being used in academia?
In this episode of Monday Science, Dr. Bahijja explores the controversial topic of Chat GPT and its impact on academia. She shares emails from listeners, including one who asks about the use of AI technology in education.
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The Balancing Act: Navigating Podcasting and Academic Life
Join Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham in this episode as she delves into the world of podcasting and academia. As an academic and host of this podcast, Dr Bahijja has faced numerous challenges trying to balance both roles.
About This Episode
Dr Bahijja shares her personal experiences with managing a podcast whilst being an academic and discuss the reasons why sometimes she takes random breaks from the podcast, which aren't always planned. From juggling deadlines to managing time and resources, Dr Bahijja explores the struggles and rewards of having a podcast as an academic. Whether you're an aspiring podcaster or just curious about the world of podcasting and academia, this episode offers valuable insights and advice. Tune in now!
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Consent in the Metaverse
Please note that this episode includes a trigger warning for discussions about consent, sexual assault, and sexual harassment.
Join us as Dr. Raimi-Abraham speaks with Dr. Douglas Zytko, (an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Oakland University) about Consent in the Metaverse.
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The episode explores the growing popularity of virtual reality dating experiences, and how they compare to traditional, in-person dating. It also examines consent in virtual reality dating.
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Love in the Metaverse
Please note that this episode includes a trigger warning for discussions about consent, sexual assault, and sexual harassment.
Join us as Dr. Raimi-Abraham speaks with Dr. Douglas Zytko, (an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Oakland University) about Love in the Metaverse. delves into the world of virtual reality and how it is impacting dating and relationships.
About the episode
The episode explores the growing popularity of virtual reality dating experiences, and how they compare to traditional, in-person dating. It also examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of virtual reality dating, including the impact on social skills and the ability to form genuine connections. The episode also looks at the future of virtual reality technology and its potential impact on dating and relationships. It will also discusses if virtual reality could replace real-life connections or enhance them.
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Dating in a Post-Pandemic World: Navigating the New Normal
Join Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham in this concluding episode as she speaks with Dr Lucas Youngvorst (Assistant Professor of communication in the Department of Psychology and Communication at the University of Idaho) about virtual dating during the pandemic.
About the episode
"Dating in a Post-Pandemic World: Navigating the New Normal" explores how dating and relationships will look like post-pandemic. The episode examines how the pandemic has changed the dating landscape and how it will continue to shape it even in the future. It also explores the shifts in people's priorities, values and how it will impact on their dating experiences. The episode also considers the potential long-term effects of the pandemic on the way we date, and how we can navigate the new normal. It will offer listeners a glimpse into the possible future of dating and how to navigate it.
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Love in a Time of Social Distancing: Understanding the Impact of COVID-19 on virtual Dating
Join Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham as she speaks with Dr Lucas Youngvorst (Assistant Professor of communication in the Department of Psychology and Communication at the University of Idaho) about virtual dating during the pandemic.
About the episode
"Love in a Time of Social Distancing: Understanding the Impact of COVID-19 on Virtual Dating" delves into the unique challenges and opportunities of dating during the pandemic. The episode examines how the pandemic has affected dating, including the increased use of virtual methods, and its psychological impact on relationships. It also explores how people are finding new ways to connect while physically separated. This episode will offer a deeper understanding of the pandemic's impact on dating and human connections.
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Swipe Right, Click Love: Navigating the World of Digital Dating
Get Ready to Swipe Right into Love - Join Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham on a Journey Through the Digital Dating World!
About the series - "Love in the Digital Age"
Unlock the secrets of love in the digital age with "Love in the Digital Age" podcast series! From the world of online dating to virtual relationships during COVID-19, host Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham and guests takes you on a journey of love in the digital world. Swipe right, click love, and navigate the impact of technology on relationships. With episodes on post-pandemic dating and virtual reality, discover if virtual connections will replace real-life ones. Get ready to delve into the pros and cons of finding love online - listen now!
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Episode 160: Should I freeze my eggs?
In this episode Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham talks about single women's fertility and egg freezing with Dr Zeynep Gurtin a Lecturer in Women’s Health at the Institute for Women’s Health at University College London (UCL), and holds an Affiliate Lectureship at the University of Cambridge Sociology Department.
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