Radio Cherwell

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This is a Radio Cherwell Original Podcast

Hosted by: Aleksandra Jedlinska

This podcast takes listeners on an engaging journey through the world of science, featuring conversations with Year 9 students from Cheney School. Through hands-on experiments and thought-provoking discussions, we explore key scientific concepts- starting with distillation, filtration, and the fascinating chemistry of orange oil, uncovering its unique properties and applications. The journey continues with an exploration of the periodic table, where we examine the vibrant colours metals produce...

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This is a Radio Cherwell Original Podcast

Hosted by: Aleksandra Jedlinska

In this episode, I share a glimpse into my first year studying medicine at the University of Leeds, a year filled with discovery, inspiration, and a growing appreciation for the city’s unique rhythm. I’m joined by Professor Moe Oo, Head of the Leeds MBChB Programme and consultant in geriatrics, who offers fascinating insights into his career in medicine, the evolving landscape of medical education, and what...

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This is a Radio Cherwell Original Podcast

Hosted by: Aleksandra Jedlinska

In this episode, I’m joined by two leading voices shaping the future of sleep. I begin with Lisa Artis from The Sleep Charity, exploring the organisation’s major milestones, its growing national impact, and the practical habits that define strong sleep hygiene. Lisa breaks down what really works, why consistent routines matter, and how small changes can transform nightly rest.

Next, Dr. Nicola Barclay, Seni...

This is a Radio Cherwell Original Podcast

Hosted by: Aleksandra Jedinska

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In this episode, we explore the science of stroke recovery with two leading researchers, Dr. Demi Brizee and Dr. Melanie Fleming. Demi reflects on her journey from completing a DPhil at Oxford, where she investigated inhibitory neurons and the hippocampus, to applying her expertise in broader neuroscience contexts. Melanie then shines a light on the crucial role of sleep, explaining how good sleep hygiene supports brain repair and recovery after stroke. We...

This is a Radio Cherwell original podcast.

Hosted by: Aleksandra Jedinska

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In this episode, we celebrate science and sunshine! First, we reveal the 'Science and Beyond' competition winner- congratulations to Lawrie Croston! From there, we launch into orbit as we visit the International Space Station, admire the technology of the Canadarm2, and listen to Lawrie's description of his vibrant, winning entry.

Then, we swap spacesuits for sunglasses and touch down in Spain. I’ll share highlights from Santa Bárbara Cas...

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About this episode of Science & Beyond

In the final episode of this series, we dive into the inspiring journey of Keshav, who transitioned from managing hospitals in Nepal to working directly with patients in the Bone Infection Unit (BIU).

His passion for personal care, mobility support, and creating a cheerful environment highlights the diverse role of nursing assistants. We discuss real-life challenges, including managing verbally aggressive patients and how textbook de-escalation techniques...

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About this episode of Science & Beyond

Heart disease is the UK’s biggest killer — taking over 170,000 lives every year, even edging out cancer. In this debut episode of the series, we’re diving headfirst into cardiology: a topic that affects nearly every family, yet often remains shrouded in medical jargon. With help from our two expert guests — Tae and Rebecca — we unpack what really goes wrong when the heart falters.

From the ‘plumbing’ an...

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About this episode of Science & Beyond

In this episode, we meet Riyanshi, a first-year medical student at the University of Manchester, who shares a vivid snapshot of life at medical school — from navigating weekly case-based learning to practising consultation skills with professional actors.

We explore how the course blends theory and clinical preparation from day one, with modules in physiology and pharmacology alongside anatomy taught through full-body dissections — a surreal yet deeply mean...

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In this episode, I’m joined by an Oxford master's student at the cutting edge of medical research. We dive into the fascinating world of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) — a revolutionary discovery by Nobel prize-winning Shinya Yamanaka that turned the scientific world on its head.

By introducing a specific set of transcription factors, ordinary somatic cells like skin cells can be reprogrammed into stem cells capa...

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Around 5.6 million people in the UK are currently living with diabetes. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Daniela Nasteska as we unpack this pressing topic.

Focusing our lens on Type 2 Diabetes, where the body’s cells become less responsive to insulin, the hormone at the heart of the condition. Together, we explore the science behind the scenes, from islet cells and incretins to the mechanisms of insulin resistance, while also delving into Daniela’s ...

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In honour of International Women’s Day, we’ve selected a handful of high-achieving women whose ground-breaking contributions have made a lasting impact in their fields. From innovations like salt lamps to transforming banana peels into bioplastics for insulating wires, these remarkable women have been internationally recognised for their creativity and originality.

One of my personal favourites, Rita Levi-Montalcini, began her scientific journey under the shadow of World War II. Courageously setting up a makeshift laboratory in h...

Colin Ryde discusses the Oxfordshire football scene

Colin Ryde with a review of the weekends sport on a Sunday Night with my 2 guests Witney Town FC Paul Lyon and Oxford City FC Patrick lock.