Best Outside The Bio Podcasts (2026)

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Uri Manor (UC San Diego School of Biological Sciences) 1:15:32

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In this episode of The Microscopists, Uri Manor, Assistant Professor of UCSD, opens up about growing up with profound hearing loss and how, despite wanting nothing to do with becoming a scientist, a winding path through baseball, music, and restaurant work eventually led him back to physics and then biology. He reflects on how those early challenge…

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68. Introducing Expat Wealth 19:54

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The American Dream is evolving. While the US remains a land of opportunity and hard work, more people are heading to Europe and other destinationsin search of balance, lifestyle, and long-term quality of life. Understanding how US and international financial regulations differ can help Americans avoid costly landmines and make the most of their opp…

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Trailer – Expat Wealth 1:32

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From January 8th, We’re The Brits In America becomes Expat Wealth. Expat Wealth is dedicated to helping ambitious US-connected expats and immigrants navigate those challenges. Whether you’ve moved to the US for opportunity or are an American seeking adventure and growth abroad, our job is to equip you with the tools and insights you need to succeed…

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163: Sunlight, Homeopathy, and Regenerative Farming: A Systems Approach to Healing with Heathar Shepard 58:06

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📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & Rumble Join our FREE Community “I get this free thing outside my door and it’s like—oh, what? After spending all my student loan money on healing, sunlight was what worked,” says Heather Shepard, who joins the Quantum Biology Collective Podcast to share her astonishing journey from severe traumatic brain inju…

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216. Simple Goal Setting for the New Semester 21:44

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The “new year, fresh start” energy feels exciting, but can also be overwhelming! This episode cuts through the noise with a refreshingly simple approach to goal setting. Instead of complicated systems, you’ll focus on just two questions: what you want to do more of this year and what you want to do less of, both personally and in your science class…

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162: The Cymatics of the Human Voice: Vocal Effects On Your Biology with Maryn Azoff 1:12:14

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📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & Rumble Join our FREE Community "Our voice is not performative. It's not for entertainment… Our voice literally creates the physical world," says Maryn Azoff, vocal transformation coach, sound healer, and artist, who joins the Quantum Biology Collective Podcast to reveal the quantum science—and profound ancien…

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67. For Americans Considering a Move Outside the US: Guidance to Become an Expatriate from America | Move to Europe with Brett Andrews 52:13

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Moving abroad isn’t exclusive to retirees and 25-year-olds; many Americans from all walks of life are considering leaving the United States. Richer culture, affordable healthcare, and a higher quality of life are among the key reasons Americans are moving to Europe. In the current climate, expats need to choose a country that suits their lifestyle …

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215. A Systematic and Scientific Approach to Parent Communication With Guest Amanda Farrar 52:10

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It's time to hear the top episode of 2025, and it’s easy to see why this was a crowd favorite! I’m joined by high school chemistry and physics teacher Amanda Farrar, who shares her system for parent communication. She uses an intentional, data-driven approach that builds trust, lowers stress, and keeps the focus on student growth. From practical em…

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161: What We Really Need To Be Healthy in 2026 with Russell Bishop 1:15:47

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📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & Rumble Join our FREE Community “Knowledge is always present, but I may not be present with the knowledge,” says Russell Bishop, renowned personal development leader and founder of Insight Seminars, joining the Quantum Biology Collective Podcast to explore the nature of awareness, consciousness, and the power …

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66. Lower Taxes and Better Wine: Feel Confident About Your Decision to Move Abroad and Avoid Double Taxation | Move to Europe with Brian Dunhill 41:38

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Is it possible for American expats to build reliable, diversified financial portfolios when moving to Europe? Yes, but Americans living abroad, particularly in Europe, need to know how to navigate complex taxrules, currency considerations, and international regulations to avoid being caught off guard by sudden economic or policy changes. This episo…

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214. Practical Scientific Inquiry Teaching Strategies 35:46

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Our second most-listened-to episode of 2025 dives into inquiry-based teaching and why it’s essential, even when students push back. I break inquiry down into practical, classroom-ready strategies, explain why students struggle if they’ve only experienced passive “sit and get” learning, and share ways to make inquiry part of your classroom culture. …

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160: Why Morning Sunlight Exposure Holds the Key to Resetting Your Circadian Rhythm with Valerie Giangrande 53:58

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📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & Rumble Join our FREE Community “Our light is a nutrient and we need to really be careful about, like, really think about what kind of light we're exposed to throughout the day,” says Dr. Valerie Giangrande, a traditionally trained optometrist turned quantum health educator, who returns to the Quantum Biology …

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65. Navigating Estate Planning: How Expats Can Avoid Unexpected Taxes | Moving to Europe with Paula Jones 50:47

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What happens if you unexpectedly inherit money from aloved one while living abroad, especially when there’s no formal estate plan in place? As an American expat, both international and US tax laws can take a significant portion of your inheritance. Losing someone is hard enough, and navigating cross-border inheritance shouldn’t make it harder. Expa…

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213. Everything You Need to Know About Teaching AP Biology With Tiffany of AP Bio Penguins 59:49

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As we continue our end-of-year countdown, week three highlights one of 2025’s top episodes featuring Tiffany of AP Bio Penguins, an AP Biology teacher with 13 years of experience and a passion for creating free, high-impact review resources. In this conversation, Tiffany shares how her popular account began, her commitment to equity and access in A…

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Leonel Malacrida (Universidad de la República & Institut Pasteur Montevideo, Uruguay) 1:02:31

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In this episode of The Microscopists, Peter O’Toole sits down with Leonel Malacrida of Universidad de la República & Institut Pasteur Montevideo, Uruguay. Leonel reflects on his early ambition of becoming a veterinarian, the twists and turns that led him into the world of microscopy, and the unique challenges and opportunities of doing science in L…

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159: The Metabolic Health Crisis: How Neil Gyte Left Google to Build a Root-Cause Health AI 1:02:39

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📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & Rumble Join our FREE Community “My mission has to be to help a billion plus people to become metabolically healthy,” says Neil Gyte, former Google executive turned wellness innovator, who joins the Quantum Biology Collective Podcast to share his journey from leading Google Maps and Earth to building a groundb…

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64. Investing from Abroad: How Americans Should Protect Their Assets from Overseas | Move to Europe with Katelynn Minott 49:11

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Expatriates need to manage their tax obligations effectively and avoid mismatches between tax systems that can lead to double taxation. One of the most common mistakes American expats make is investing through a Passive Foreign Investment Company (PFIC), which is taxed at the highest US tax rate, often simply because they didn’t have the proper gui…

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212. 6 Preps, EOC Review, Biology and Work/Life Balance With Guest Macee Huseman 38:51

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In December, we’re airing the top five most-played episodes of the year - and this conversation with Macee Huseman easily earned its spot! As a one-woman science department juggling six preps and three kids at home, Macee balances a heavy workload while still staying sane. We dig into everything from engaging students across multiple science subjec…

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158: Why Understanding Mitochondrial Health Holds the Key to Reversing Age-Related Fatigue with Roderick Lambert 52:41

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📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & Rumble Join our FREE Community “It’s not too late—never too late to start,” says Roderick Lambert, midlife men’s weight loss coach and quantum biology enthusiast, who joins the Quantum Biology Collective Podcast to unpack why the classic advice to “move more, eat less” fails most men in their 40s and 50s—and …

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63. What Americans Need to Know Before Starting a New Life Abroad: Diving Deep into the Factors Americans Often Overlook | Move to Europe with Alex Ingrim and David Cantor 43:32

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Making the move successfully from the US to a country in Europe requires guidance from people who’ve lived it. From tax rules and immigration pathways to cultural fit andlong-term financial planning, the journey comes with complexities that have caught many people off guard. In this episode of We’re The Brits In America, Richard Taylor - dual UK/US…

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211. 5 Differentiation Tips for High Achievers in Your High School Science Classroom 27:19

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December is here, and we’re kicking off the month by bringing back your most-loved, most-listened-to episodes of Secondary Science Simplified to make the holiday chaos feel a little lighter! This week’s replay dives into practical, high-impact ways to differentiate for high achievers - without busywork or burnout. You’ll learn how to craft more cha…

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Elisa May (German Cancer Research Center) 1:00:29

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In this episode of The Microscopists, Peter O’Toole sits down with Dr. Elisa May, Chief Enabling Technology Officer at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), one of the largest and most influential research hubs in the world. Hear her fascinating journey from her early days as a facility leader to pioneering the establishment of German BioImagin…

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157: Starts with the Sun: Why Circadian Basics Matter More Than You Think with Shannon Kates 1:04:42

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📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & Rumble Join our FREE Community “I tried everything under the sun—except the sun. And that was what I needed to do,” says Shannon Kates, former investment banker turned wellness advocate, who joins the Quantum Biology Collective Podcast to share her transformational journey from peak career success to debilita…

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62. The Complexities of Having a UK Pension in the US: Navigating Pension Commencement Lump Sums | From The Trenches with James Boyle 28:58

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Many expats assume their Pension Commencement Lump Sum(PCLS) will remain tax-free when they relocate, but the US UK tax treatyleaves too much ambiguity to be certain. Therefore, what should you do with your PCLS when moving to the US as a British expat? Working with a dedicated cross-border tax advisor can help you avoid costly IRS repercussions. H…

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210. 4 Ways AI Can Support You in Your Secondary Classroom 14:17

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AI may be getting better every day, but it’s still not coming for my job anytime soon - because, well…it struggles with science! While it can’t write a reliable test or answer key, it can make day-to-day teaching easier in some surprisingly helpful ways. In this episode, I’m sharing four new strategies for using AI alongside the It’s Not Rocket Sci…

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156: How Renita Brennan Discovered the Hidden Power of Light to Accelerate Healing 1:35:43

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📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & Rumble Join our FREE Community “You have to feel good now. If you feel like hell, you’re attracting more hell. True story,” says Renita Brennan, high-energy wellness advocate and intuitive health educator, joining the Quantum Biology Collective Podcast for a turbocharged episode unlike any other. From growing…

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209. Anatomy Scope and Sequence: How and Why I Teach Anatomy the Way That I Do 25:44

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Anatomy holds a special place in my heart, and in this episode, I share how I teach it and why I designed the It’s Not Rocket Science® Anatomy curriculum the way I did. I focus on sparking curiosity, weaving in three big themes, and prioritizing breadth over depth (hot take!). You’ll hear how this hands-on, student-centered curriculum engages learn…

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Kelly Rogers (Walter and Eliza Hall Institute) 1:00:51

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In this episode of The Microscopists, Peter O’Toole sits down with Kelly Rogers, Head of the Division of Advanced Technology and Biology at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute (WEHI) in Melbourne. Kelly reflects on her childhood ambition of becoming a forester, the surprising twist that steered her toward science, and her first encounter with confo…

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155: How Regina Meredith Discovered the Value of Integrity to Transform Her Media Career 1:08:20

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📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & Rumble Join our FREE Community “We get to choose our frequencies, we get to choose what we want to delve into, align ourselves with, put our energy into… Our entire matrix is made up of mind. And I don’t mean this mind. I mean greater mind on a quantum level,” says Regina Meredith, the pioneering media host w…

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61. Annuities and Insurance: How British Expats Can Protect Themselves | Ask An Expert with Mark Maurer 49:59

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Understanding life insurance and annuities is essential for making informed and beneficial financial decisions when moving to America. These financial products differ significantly between the UK and the US. Decades ago, the process of getting insured in the US was much simpler, with far fewer options than there are today. In this episode of We’re …

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208. 5 Tips for How to Lesson Plan While Managing Constant Disruptions 25:39

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Are constant disruptions messing up your perfectly planned weeks? You’re not alone! When I taught at small schools in particular, it often felt like every week held a new disruption. Between spirit weeks, fire drills, and field trips, I sometimes wondered if I’d ever get a “normal” week with my students! In this episode, I'm sharing five practical …

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154: How Nikko Kennedy Tapped into Nature’s Quantum Secrets to Overcome Chronic Health Challenges 1:15:10

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📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & Rumble Join our FREE Community “We're made of these energetic reactions...our electrons are flowing between each of these people,” says Nikko Kennedy, Director of Research at the Institute of Applied Quantum Biology, who joins the Quantum Biology Collective Podcast to reveal the stunning hidden layers of how …

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207. Dealing With Combative Parents - 6 Tips and 2 Warnings 32:10

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No matter how far we are into the school year, those dreaded surprise parent emails can still hit your inbox, often full of big emotions and even bigger accusations. In this episode, I’m diving into one of the most challenging parts of teaching: handling combative parents with confidence and professionalism. I’m sharing six practical strategies (pl…

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Manu Prakash (Stanford University) 1:10:06

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We're thrilled to bring you this episode of The Microscopists with an absolute force in accessible science and microscopy innovation—Manu Prakash of Stanford University. Manu shares the origin of the now-legendary $1 paper microscope, the Foldscope. He also discusses the importance of making science hands-on and accessible, his passion for fieldwor…

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153: What Cloud Watching Taught Letty Flohr About True Presence and Awe 58:27

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📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & Rumble Join our FREE Community “I always wanted to offer a tool to my clients where they didn’t need me. You know, I want people—I know, everyone has the answers inside, just given the right environment,” says Letty Flohr, who joins the Quantum Biology Collective Podcast to reveal her journey from a fast-pace…

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60. Bull Market or AI Bubble? How to Invest When Hype Meets Reality | From the Trenches with James Boyle 32:56

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Is the AI revolution the next dot-com boom-or the start of something even bigger? From tech valuations that seem sky-high to investors leveraging risk assets at record levels, Richard Taylor - dual U.K./U.S. citizen and Chartered Financial Planner – is joined by James Boyle – Lead Financial Planner at Plan First Wealth – explore whether this moment…

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206. PRIME TIMES® - Everything You Need to Know 51:32

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Today’s the day! I’m finally doing a deep dive into my number one classroom procedure: PRIME TIMES®. I share the origin story, why they’re essential for classroom management and formative assessment, and practical strategies for making them work in any secondary science classroom. You’ll learn how to overcome common challenges like missing papers, …

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152: Coherence Can Set You Free: Sovereignty, Suppression & the Power of Inner Work 34:11

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📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & Rumble Join our FREE Community “All of the big tech platforms are to some extent, to a large extent, compromised. As independent sovereign voices, it is important that we are connected to the communities and people that we care about outside of the big tech platform.” says Meredith Oke, host of the Quantum Bi…

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205. A Cell Phone Policy for High School Students 26:46

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Cell phone policies are one of the most debated topics for secondary teachers, and for good reason! They’re tough to get right. In this episode, I’m sharing my honest experiences with different approaches, what’s worked (and what’s totally failed), and the key factors to consider before setting your own rules. We’ll talk about how your personality,…

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The Microscopists Discusses Menopause and Perimenopause 1:03:16

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In this special episode of The Microscopists, we're joined by three passionate voices who share their personal experiences with perimenopause and menopause. They share personal stories of navigating the significant—yet often invisible—changes to their bodies and mental wellbeing, and discuss how these impacted their careers and daily lives. By open…

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151: I Made My Voice Visible and It Changed Everything with John Stuart Reid 1:19:09

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📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & Rumble Join our FREE Community "Sound waves do not actually exist," reveals John Stewart Reed on the Quantum Biology Collective podcast, challenging our fundamental understanding of sound and introducing us to the fascinating world of cymatics. Reed, a pioneer in this field, explains how sound imprints itself…

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59. Building the Right Team for Your International Move: Integrated Financial Planning for British Expats | Ask An Expert with Holly Caulder and Aidan Grant 49:52

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You need a cross-border advisory team to navigate complex international tax laws before it’s too late. Investing in pre-planning before moving to a new country is crucial to avoid financial pitfalls. This week, you’ll hear from Holly Caulder - dual-qualified U.S. and U.K. tax advisor at Buzzacott, and Aidan Grant – U.K. tax and estate planning atto…

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204. Serving English Learners in Your Science Classroom With Risa Woods of Every Teacher 50:57

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Once the school year is in full swing, meeting every learner’s needs can feel impossible, especially when it comes to supporting English learners. In this episode, I sit down with Risa Woods from Every Teacher for a conversation that’s equal parts practical and encouraging. Together, we dig into common misconceptions about who English learners are,…

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150: What Home Births Taught Dr. Nathan Riley About Restoring Magic to the Childbirth Process 1:11:48

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📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & Rumble Join our FREE Community "Birth is not a disease. It's not something begging for medical intervention," says Dr. Nathan Riley, an OB-GYN who joins the Quantum Biology Collective podcast to challenge conventional obstetrics and advocate for a more holistic approach to childbirth. After being fired from h…

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203. Who Makes up the Deficit? How to Respond When Students Are Behind 36:12

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One of the toughest realities for teachers is realizing that your students are already behind before the year even begins. That’s exactly what we’re tackling in this episode. Last week, we talked about how to handle things when students fail a test at the end of a unit, but this week, I’m flipping the script (thanks to another great listener questi…

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Christophe Leterrier (CNRS & Aix-Marseille Université) 58:33

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This time on The Microscopists, we're joined by Christophe Leterrier, team leader at NeuroCyto in Marseille and director of a Nikon Center of Excellence for super-resolution microscopy. Christophe reflects on the make-or-break moment at the end of his postdoc, when he came close to leaving academia before securing his CNRS position, and how that ex…

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149: How Carrie Bennett Discovered the Hidden Power of Light to Revolutionize Hormone Health 57:07

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📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & Rumble Join our FREE Community "We are water beings for a reason," says Carrie Bennett, who joins the Quantum Biology Collective podcast to unveil the profound connection between light, water, and the ether that surrounds us. Bennett explains how our bodies are not just biochemical machines, but liquid crysta…

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58. Filing Taxes as a British Expat in America: Why Professional Advice Matters | From The Trenches with James Boyle 26:32

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The consequences of filing your tax return incorrectly, even accidentally, far outweighs the immediate cost you’ll spend on professional advice. Cross-border finances can be confusing; you may be tempted to DIY your tax return, but you’re always better off speaking to a tax advisor. Host Richard Taylor - dual U.K./U.S. citizen and Chartered Financi…

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202. What to Do When Your Students Fail the Test 23:50

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Raise your hand if you've been called “the mean teacher” for holding firm on test policies! In this episode, we dive into what to do when students fail a test, from deciding on retakes or corrections to analyzing trends in student performance and reteaching where needed. You’ll hear practical tips for breaking down assessments by concept, setting u…

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148: What Labor and Delivery Nursing Taught Julie Schanno About Anchoring Consciousness in the Body 1:00:34

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📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & Rumble Join our FREE Community "Our true nature is vast. And so for us to explore that in a way that the body can tolerate, it has to be this sort of gentle expansion," says Julie Schanno, who joins the Quantum Biology Collective Podcast to discuss the integration of spiritual practices with biological unders…