Best EM Hamish Podcasts (2025)

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The Hidden 8.5x Reinjury Risk Destroying AFL Careers 5:55

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What happens when talent evaluation prioritizes performance over injury history? The data exposes a critical gap between draft success and career survival. In this episode we look at new research tracking 1,071 AFL Draft Combine participants which reveals a shocking paradox: players with ACL reconstruction history get drafted at the same rate as un…

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Explosive Strength Training: When Maximum Strength Actually Matters in Athletic Performance 6:05

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Elite athletes generate explosive power differently than strong recreational lifters. Swedish researchers tested 30 international track and field throwers and discovered the exact force development timeline that separates elite performance from gym strength. This study reveals when rate of force development peaks, when maximum strength training bec…

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The Perfect Kinetic Chain activation of Elite Karate Punches 6:22

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New research reveals the hidden muscle activation sequence behind elite karate punching technique. Scientists used electromyography (EMG) to map the complete kinetic chain of a top-ranked Japanese karate master's reverse punch (Gyaku Tsuki). This groundbreaking study represents the first objective biomechanical analysis of karate technique using ad…

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Weights vs Stretching: Which Actually Improves Your Mood? 5:46

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Resistance training vs stretching for mental health: which exercise actually improves mood and reduces anxiety? New research reveals surprising differences between weightlifting and mobility work for immediate psychological benefits. Scientists tested the same people doing both strength training and stretching sessions - the results challenge every…

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The Velocity Method That's Been Failing Half the Population 6:31

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Velocity-based training has revolutionized strength and conditioning, but new research reveals a critical flaw in 1RM prediction accuracy that's been putting athletes at risk for years. In this episode of Sport Science Decoded, we break down groundbreaking research on gender differences in minimal velocity threshold (MVT) for back squat 1RM predict…

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Unrecognized and Unreported Concussions in Community Rugby Players | Brain Injury Prevalence | Sports Safety 5:56

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What happens when rugby players experience concussion symptoms but never report them? This episode examines the largest study ever conducted on community rugby concussion patterns, revealing shocking rates of hidden brain injuries among grassroots players. We explore why players with previous concussions become the most dangerous risk group, the cr…

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Real-Time DOMS Prediction Through Heart Rate Variability Monitoring in Elite Athletes 5:32

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New research studying elite handball players discovered a breakthrough method for predicting delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) using heart rate variability monitoring during exercise. This groundbreaking study reveals how specific heart rhythm patterns around a critical 120 BPM threshold can forecast muscle damage before pain develops. Learn how…

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How Anthropometric and Strength Testing Variables predict Boxing Punch power 6:02

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Why do same-weight boxers hit with vastly different punch power? New boxing research reveals it's not muscle bulk or training experience - it's the physical characteristics most coaches completely ignore when developing fighters. We break down groundbreaking combat sports science from Portuguese researchers who analyzed 69 amateur boxers using scie…

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Mental Fatigue and Penalty Kicks: The Hidden Performance Killer 5:46

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Why do players miss crucial penalty kicks late in matches? New research reveals it's not just nerves or pressure - it's the invisible impact of mental fatigue systematically destroying shooting accuracy by up to 36%. We break down groundbreaking research from Chinese sport scientists who tested college soccer players before and after inducing menta…

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From Ancient Maps to Digital Disasters 37:20

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This week, we’re doing something a little different! Selby & Hamish take us on a journey through the history of mapping—from the earliest clay tablets in Babylon to the interactive, real-time maps we rely on today. Maps have long been essential for exploration and navigation, evolving from ancient tools to complex digital systems in our pockets. Bu…

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Capacity Conundrums: When Demand Outpaces Delivery 33:06

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In this episode, Selby & Hamish dive deep into the crucial concept of capacity in logistics. They explore key questions faced by industry professionals: How do you measure your capacity, maximise it, and maintain service quality? And how do you strike the perfect balance between service delivery and maintenance to avoid disruptions? Through data-dr…

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Old Rails, New Challenges 27:52

1y ago27:52

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This week, Selby & Hamish dive into the fascinating yet frustrating world of railway maintenance on infrastructure dating back to the Victorian era. While these railways are rich in history, they present modern-day logistical nightmares when it comes to maintenance. In this episode, we explore the monumental challenges of keeping services running s…

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Parts & Pitfalls: The Road to Production 37:20

1y ago37:20

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In this episode, Selby & Hamish delve into the intricate world of automotive supply chains, uncovering the complex journey a car’s components take before they hit the road. From sourcing the right parts at the right quality to managing the delicate balance of just-in-time manufacturing, the process involves countless steps—and even more potential p…

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Data's Dirty Tricks: When Truth Gets a Marketing Makeover 31:28

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In this episode of Ship Happens, hosts Selby & Hamish dive into the world of data interpretation, revealing how numbers and stats can tell different stories depending on who’s presenting them. From infamous ad campaigns claiming ‘more doctors smoke Camels’ to the ways graphs and charts can manipulate our perspective, we explore how data isn’t alway…

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Navigating Compliance Chaos 48:00

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In this episode of Ship Happens, Selby delves into his experience working with medical tech devices, where the stakes are high, and compliance requirements are non-negotiable. He and Hamish unpack some of the most memorable compliance horror stories from the field, offering valuable insights and a few laughs along the way. From unexpected roadblock…

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ONE spreadsheet error costing 6.5 BILLION DOLLARS! 28:01

1y ago28:01

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In this episode of Ship Happens, Selby & Hamish dive deep into the world of spreadsheets – the tool we love to hate. We discuss our personal experiences with spreadsheets, from saving the day to causing chaos, and share the ups and downs of relying on these digital grids. Then, we move on to some real-life stories, including the jaw-dropping tale o…

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Sorry for the delay. A lorry has driven into a bridge. 36:06

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Welcome to the debut episode of Ship Happens! Join your hosts, Selby and Hamish, as they explore the reasons behind train delays, share fascinating stories that shaped the history of our rail systems, and break down the most notable events in the world of logistics this week. Tune in for a fun and insightful episode packed with industry knowledge a…

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Lullaby for Hamish 9:52

2y ago9:52

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Lullaby for Hamish was written for my grandson in Los Angeles, I want to share it with you all. I hope it encourages you to create your own lullaby for the small people in your life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S2E7: Hayley's Lullaby 11:27

5y ago11:27

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Ep7: Hayley’s Lullaby. An original lullaby for Hayley, it is inspired by the zulu word, thula, which means peace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S2E6: The Valley Below 21:07

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Ep 6: The Valley Below. This beautiful and moving song is the result of a community project run by sisters Oneewa and Shara. They consulted with twelve women who had experienced post natal depression or anxiety and created The Valley Below as an expression of their shared experience and are minder that you are not alone. A warning that this could b…

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S2E5: The Midwife's Lullaby 14:16

5y ago14:16

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Ep 5: The Midwife’s Lullaby. Written specially for midwives, in recognition of the important relationship they have with both babies and their parents. The first verse is also a simple lullaby perfect for anyone to sing to a baby. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S2E4: Humming Lullaby 15:07

5+ y ago15:07

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Ep4: Humming lullabies. Sometimes it’s nice to not have words, and there are some beautiful lullabies which are just hummed. In this episode we will learn the lullaby from the movie, Pan’s Labyrinth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S2E3: Brahm's Lullaby 22:54

5+ y ago22:54

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Ep3: Brahm’s Lullaby. This is one of the best- known lullaby melodies, but few people know the lyrics. In this episode we learn the version performed by singer, Jewel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S2E2: Thula baba, thula sana 14:20

5+ y ago14:20

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Ep2: Thula baba, thula sana. A traditional zulu lullaby from South Africa. It is sung by a mother to her child as they wait for their father/husband to return from work. He has been away for a long time and they wish him a safe journey home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S2E1: Dalmation Cradle Song 13:17

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Ep1: Dalmatian Cradle Song. The arranger, Hugh Roberton, heard a woman singing this beautiful melody when he was on the Dalmatian Coast in the 1930’s. The lyrics were written by P.A. Grand and tell the tale of a woman singing to her child while hoping for the safe return of her husband who is out at sea. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info…

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S1E23: Arapaho Lullaby 14:15

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Ep23: Arapaho Lullaby. From the American Indian people of the Arapaho tribe in Montana, this cradle song or‘ sleepsong’ has been passed down through many generations, and was sung to babies while they were on their mother’s back or being swung in their cradleboard. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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S1E22: Lullaby for Henry 14:15

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Ep22: Lullaby for Henry. Dedicated to my new great-nephew, Henry, this is my first original lullaby. It is inspired by a beautiful Golden Cloak ritual we used to use for my son Robbie, to keep away bad dreams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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Episode 12: The JCH premium rate chat line 1:05:23

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Continuing our diversification towards becoming a podcast run by photographers rather than a photography podcast, Hamish and I caught up with Bellamy Hunt of JCH about his recent SIBO diagnosis (it's not a made-up acronym) and how it's affecting his life.Hamish finds five minutes to talk about photography before getting distracted and I talk about …

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S1E21: The Gartan Mother's Lullaby 17:27

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Ep21: The Gartan Mother’s Lullaby. An old Irish lullaby written by Herbert Hughes and Joseph Campbell. It includes Fairy Queens and other mythical characters, with a beautiful lilting Irish melody. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S1E20: Ho Ho Watanay 11:43

5+ y ago11:43

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Ep20: Ho Ho Watanay. A lullaby from the Iroquois people of Quebec, Canada. In Iroquois, French and English! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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Episode 11: The not-the-coronavirus episode 1:30:42

5+ y ago1:30:42

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Recorded on April 6th, Hamish and I managed to fill an hour and a half with reflections on episode 10, how we're dealing with the coronavirus on a personal level, and what we're doing with our respective websites during the current global madness.Thanks to Negative Positives / C-41 Studio / Sunny 16 for the use of their respective intro music.…

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S1E19: Hushabye Mountain 18:09

6y ago18:09

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Ep19: Hushabye Mountain. Written by the Sherman brothers for the musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang it has lyrics and a melody that will soothe us all in these difficult times. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S1E18: Nangari Lullaby in the Darag Dalang language 14:34

6y ago14:34

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Ep18: Nangari Lullaby in the Darag Dalang language by Aunty Jacinta Tobin. Earth dreaming, beautiful too See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S1E17: Lullabies in NICU 11:19

6y ago11:19

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Ep17: Lullabies in the NICU. Having a baby in a neonatal intensive care unit can be very stressful for the whole family. This episode discusses how lullabies can be used to help soothe babies and parents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S1E16: Sleep On (Lullaby for a Royal Baby) 17:52

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Ep 16: Sleep On. Composed by Paul Mealor for Prince George, and sung by New Zealand singer, Hayley Westenra in her album Hushabye, this is a most beautiful modern lullaby. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S1E16: Baba Waian 11:29

6y ago11:29

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Ep 16: Baba Waian. A traditional song from the Torres Strait Islands See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S1E15: Little Locket of Long Ago 12:01

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Ep 15: Dear little locket from long ago. A lilting song from your great grandparents’ time See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S1E14: Truth from Verity 10:48

6y ago10:48

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Ep 14: Truth from Verity–an inspiring interview with a young mother of four. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S1E13: A Christmas Carol 12:51

6y ago12:51

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Christmas episode: A Christmas Carol. A less common version of a favourite carol for the Christmas season. Merry Christmas See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S1E12: Soolah featuring Rachel Hore 8:03

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Ep 12: Rachel Hore–Soolah. Musician, Rachel Hore teaches us an original lullaby See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S1E11: Rocking Carol 10:40

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Ep 11:Rocking Carol. A new version of a beautiful traditional carol from Czechoslovakia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S1E10: Inanay Final 11:33

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Ep 10: Inanay - A lullaby from the songlines of Australian Aboriginal culture See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S1E9: Lullaby Rounds 15:17

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Ep 9: Lullaby rounds. Want to take it up a notch? Find a friend and sing lullabies in a round. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S1E8: Spooky Men Lullabies 7:54

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Ep 8: Spooky Men’s Lullabies. Men from the Spooky Men’s Chorale sing some of the lullabies they sang to their babies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S1E7: Do it your own way 8:31

6+ y ago8:31

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Ep 7: Do it your own way. You don’t need to sing actual lullabies – anything will do! Make it up, play with it and just make some kind of noise ☺ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S1E6: An Irish Lullaby 14:52

6+ y ago14:52

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Ep6: An Irish Lullaby: If you’re a grandparent you will know this one. It is so lovely it’s time to bring it back See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S1E5: All the Pretty Little Horses 11:07

6+ y ago11:07

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Ep 5: All the Pretty Little Horses: A North American lullaby with a melody that will make your heart sing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S1E4: Hushabye Hushabye 10:20

6+ y ago10:20

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Ep4: Hushabye: A personal favourite lullaby passed down for generations in my family See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S1E3: E moe pepe 9:38

6+ y ago9:38

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Ep3: E Moe Pepe: We learn a traditional lullaby from New Zealand See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media

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S1E2: Soualle 6:32

6+ y ago6:32

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Ep2: Soualle. Learn a beautiful African lullaby about sleep See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Marie van Gend in association with Morgan Media