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Living with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus | Cherrisse Naidoo
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This episode is about Cherrisse Naidoo's journey with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Her story is impressive, tune in and get some more insight. Below are chapters for your convenience: 00:00 - Introduction 02:28 - Diagnosis 04:31 - Life before diagnosis 05:42 - Childhood challenges 06:10 - Difficult beginning 08:49 - Listen to your body 10:00 - Low gly…
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Living with Chronic Intestinal Pseudo Obstruction (CIPO) | Nonto Khanyile
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This interview was about Nonto Khanyile , who lives with a chronic illness (CIPO). Her journey to diagnosis is unique and her resilience is amazing. Here is a story about science and hope. Please see time stamps below for your convenience. 00:00 Guest Introduction 3:10 - Life Before CIPO 4:48 - Misdiagnosis and diagnosis with CIPO story 12:10 - Med…
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Pain and Pleasure Balance with Khwezi (PhD candidate) and Nkazi (PhD)
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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 to pursue pain for pleasure. For your convenience please see the timestamps and references below. 0:00 - Introduction 02:04 - Wisdom in pursuing pain pursuing 04:32 - Physical exercise as a stressor 06:50 - Phy…
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Self-Binding with Khwezi (PhD candidate) and Nkazi (PhD)
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Nkazi and Khwezi explore the importance of self-binding which is an interesting way to control addictions. Below are the timestamps for your convenience, please enjoy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Introduction and welcome 1:23 Feedback from the previous episode 1:38 Insight following 30 days witho…
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Dopamine fasting with Khwezi (PhD candidate) and Dr Nkazi Mkhwanazi
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This episode is about "Dopamine fasting". At the same time, this concept may not be widely accepted in the scientific community; we think about how useful it is to abstain from our "drugs of choice". We trust this motivates you to control your life and think about prioritising your goals. "Drug of choice" refers to anything that we can potentially …
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The Science of Addiction with A Neuroscientist, Dr Oluwole.
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Dr Oluwole, a medical doctor and a neuroscientist discusses some fundamental science on addiction and shares his journey from medicine into a career in research. The timelines for our conversation is below for your convenience. 00:00 Introduction 00:52 Guest Introduction 1:46 Motivation to Pursue a Career in Neuroscience 06:41 Transition from Medic…
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Weight Loss Strategies with A Nutrition Consultant, Dr Lebo.
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Dr Lebo, a Nutrition Consultant, shares her expert knowledge and practices regarding weight loss. She additionally shares valuable lessons on prioritizing clients and giving the best treatment. This episode comes at a crucial time when obesity and metabolic disorders are rising; let us learn from the best and not wait for January to start losing we…
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Eat more Vegetables and Fruit with a Dietitian, Dr L Govender
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In this episode, Dr Laurencia Govender unpacks the importance of eating vegetables and fruits for better health. She also gives practical tips that can be incorporated daily. Be inspired by her story and enjoy. The timestamps are shown below for your convenience: 0:00 - Introduction of the guest 2:30 - Dr Govender’s motivation to study Dietetics 04…
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Soil Care With A Soil Scientist, Dr S Mthimkhulu
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0:00 - Guest Introduction 03:19 - Overcoming failure 05:39 - From refuse collection to a PhD in Soil Science 08:32 - Motivation to pursue a career in Soil Science 10:48 - Nutrient poor soils 13:41 - Nutrients that are deficient in certain soils 15:31 - Managing soils better 17:21 - Magnesium 18:15 - Unemployment 20:23 - Support from the community 2…
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Science and Innovation with Dr PM Chelopo-Mgobozi
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Dr Chelopo-Mgobozi talks to us about her journey and encourages scientists to be innovative, especially if their hypothesis does not work out as planned. 0:09 – Guest Introduction 2:22 – Motivation to pursue a career in Science 5:08 – PhD research in nanotechnology and tuberculosis 09:36 – TB treatment compliance 11:47 – Dealing with unexpected res…
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Spine Care with A Chiropractor, Dr Chihambakwe
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Dr Chihambakwe talks to us about the importance of Spine care and shares interesting contrasts between low resourced and well-resourced settings. Below is the episode breakdown with corresponding timestamps. 0.00 - Introduction 1:05 - Guest Introduction 02:23 - Motivation to study Chiropractor 7:00 - Low back and neck pain 10:07 - Low back pain and…
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Agricultural Engineering with Kuthadzo Mugodo, A PhD Candidate
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0:57 - Introduction of the Guest 1:35 - Definition of Agricultural engineering (Bioresource Engineering) 3:14 - Motivation to Pursue Agric engineering 6:11 - Technologies developed by Agric engineers 8:54 - Technology for drying fruits vs conventional technologies 15:56 - Biogas Production, potential to create electricity 21:00 - Encouragement for …
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Adverse Childhood Experiences with an Educational Psychologist
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Our Guest Asiphe Mashinini, shares about how childhood trauma can pre-dispose adults to anxieties. Children face different types of adversities, especially in Africa; this is an opportunity to learn how we can do better. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nkazi-mkhwanazi7/message Chat with us on the following. Twitter https://twitter.co…
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Imposter Syndrome with Dr Nkazi Mkhwanazi
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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. Material partially quoted by Nkazi is listed below: 1. Bronnie Ware. The top five regrets of the dying(2011). Hayhouse. https://bronnieware.com/blog/regrets-of-the-dying/ 2. Hibberd, Dr Jessamy. The …
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Stress and Anxiety with a Physiologist Dr Nkazi Mkhwanazi
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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 manage stress. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nkazi-mkhwanazi7/message Chat with us on the following. Twitter https://twitter.com/nkazi_dr Email: mkhwanazibn900@gmail.com…
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Exploring Physical Exercise with A Sports Scientist Dr Thaane (Ph.D)
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Learn from an Exercise Physiologist Dr Thaane about the importance of physical exercise to maximize health and longevity. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nkazi-mkhwanazi7/message Chat with us on the following. Twitter https://twitter.com/nkazi_dr Email: mkhwanazibn900@gmail.comVon Nkazi Mkhwanazi, PhD.
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