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XR Therapeutics: The Newcastle University spin out using technology to revolutionise the world of therapy with Billy Webber

In this series we explore some of the successes of Newcastle University’s startups and spin-out companies.

In this episode, we talk to Billy Webber, CEO of XR Therapeutics, a Newcastle University spin out company.

XR Therapeutics is revolutionising the world of therapy through the use of custom built immersive technology. Since 2020 the company has been granted four different research and development grants, is working with two NHS trusts and has studio sites across the UK with over 70 custom built treatment scenes.

Find out more about XR Therapeutics at https://xrtherapeutics.co.uk/

STAY CONNECTED WITH NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY:

Instagram: @newcastleuni

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CREDITS:

Hosted by Robyn Spillane

Audio & Editing by Helen Williams

Production by Stef Moorhead

From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/.

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Equiwatt: The Newcastle University start up saving energy and helping the planet with Johnson Fernandes

In this series we explore some of the successes of Newcastle University’s startups and spin-out companies.

In this episode, we talk to Johnson Fernandes, Founder and CEO of Newcastle University start up, Equiwatt.

The free Equiwatt app has created an energy-saving community who are helping to reduce electricity use when it is at its dirtiest and most expensive in exchange for up to £150 of rewards per year.

Find out how Johnson is using technology to save energy and help the planet and his advice for anyone starting up their own business. Find out more about Equiwatt and download the app at https://www.equiwatt.com/

STAY CONNECTED WITH NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY:

Instagram: @newcastleuni

TikTok: @newcastleuni

X: @FromNCLPodcast | @UniofNewcastle

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newcastleuni

CREDITS:

Hosted by Isaac Stamper

Audio & Editing by Helen Williams

Production by Stef Moorhead

From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/.

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US Election Special: Part 2 with Dr Skyler Hawkins and Dr Matt Davies

In part 2 of this US Election special we talk to Dr Skyler Hawkins, lecturer in Politics of Race and Ethnicity and Dr Matt Davies, reader in International Political Economy at Newcastle University. Skyler and Matt discuss how the US election is being reported in the media, the influence of social media and their predictions for the outcome of the 2024 US Presidential election.

Find out more about Dr Skyler Hawkins’ work at https://www.ncl.ac.uk/gps/staff/profile/skylerhawkins.html

Find out more about Dr Matt Davies’ work at https://www.ncl.ac.uk/gps/staff/profile/mattdavies.html

STAY CONNECTED WITH NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY:

Instagram: @newcastleuni

TikTok: @newcastleuni

X: @FromNCLPodcast | @UniofNewcastle

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newcastleuni

CREDITS:

Hosted by Isaac Stamper

Audio & Editing by Helen Williams

Production by Stef Moorhead

From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/.

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US Election Special: Part 1 with Dr Skyler Hawkins and Dr Matt Davies

In this two-part special we talk to Dr Skyler Hawkins, lecturer in Politics of Race and Ethnicity and Dr Matt Davies, reader in International Political Economy at Newcastle University about the upcoming US election. We discuss everything from candidates, policies, polls, the role of social media and what the outcome could mean for the future of American politics.

Find out more about Dr Skyler Hawkins’ work at https://www.ncl.ac.uk/gps/staff/profile/skylerhawkins.html

Find out more about Dr Matt Davies’ work at https://www.ncl.ac.uk/gps/staff/profile/mattdavies.html

STAY CONNECTED WITH NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY:

Instagram: @newcastleuni

TikTok: @newcastleuni

X: @FromNCLPodcast | @UniofNewcastle

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newcastleuni

CREDITS:

Hosted by Isaac Stamper

Audio & Editing by Helen Williams

Production by Stef Moorhead

From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/.

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Rob Wood Enterprising Futures Academy

In this episode we talk to Rob Wood, a successful global entrepreneur and Newcastle University alumnus. Rob’s career flourished at age 42 when he founded pharmaceutical company STEM healthcare and since then, he has successfully created and funded several initiatives which aim to nurture and help businesses to thrive.

Learn about Rob’s career as a successful entrepreneur as well as his collaboration with Newcastle University to create the Rob Wood Enterprising Futures Academy, a venture which aims to help young people find the confidence, skills and opportunity to build successful futures for themselves.

Find out more about the Rob Wood Enterprising Futures Academy at https://www.ncl.ac.uk/enterprising-futures/

STAY CONNECTED WITH NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY:

Instagram: @newcastleuni

TikTok: @newcastleuni

X: @FromNCLPodcast | @UniofNewcastle

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newcastleuni

CREDITS:

Hosted by Robyn Spillane

Audio, Editing and Production by Stef Moorhead

From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/.

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Black History Month Special: Championing equality and inclusion in the North East and beyond with Zoë Hingston

In a special episode to celebrate Black History Month, we sit down with Zoë Hingston, Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Newcastle University.

Originally from Sri Lanka, Zoë moved to the North East of England as a child and has since carved out a remarkable career, from qualifying as a solicitor to serving in the Northumbria Police and working for Newcastle United.

In this episode Zoë shares her thoughts on the importance of Black History Month and the ongoing fight for racial equality. We’ll explore the role of universities in supporting diversity and the impact that leaders can have in shaping attitudes toward race.

STAY CONNECTED WITH NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY:

Instagram: @newcastleuni

TikTok: @newcastleuni

X: @FromNCLPodcast | @UniofNewcastle

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newcastleuni

CREDITS:

Hosted by Robyn Spillane

Audio & Editing by Helen Williams

Production by Stef Moorhead

From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/.

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Polybox: The Newcastle University start up empowering marketing agencies with Rojin Yarahmadi

In this series we explore some of the successes of Newcastle University’s startups and spin-out companies.

In this episode we talk to Rojin Yarahmadi, co-founder and CEO of Polybox, the Newcastle University start up using cutting-edge technology to empower marketing agencies.

The company was set up by Rojin and business partner Nick Beno in 2022. So far they have raised £500,000 with Northstar Ventures and Creative UK and won an Innovate UK Creative Catalyst grant.

Find out more about Polybox at https://polybox.app/.

STAY CONNECTED WITH NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY:

Instagram: @newcastleuni

TikTok: @newcastleuni

X: @FromNCLPodcast | @UniofNewcastle

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newcastleuni

CREDITS:

Hosted by Isaac Stamper

Audio & Editing by Dan Allinson

Production by Stef Moorhead

From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/.

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50th Episode Special: What is your favourite thing about Newcastle?

Today, we are celebrating the 50th episode of the From Newcastle Podcast!

Over the past 50 episodes we’ve covered a range of topics, from Medicine to Law to flying cars but we always like to ask our guests the same question…what is your favourite thing about Newcastle?

Thank you to all of our guests for showcasing the amazing work they do at Newcastle University and to our listeners for continuing to make this podcast a success.

Stay tuned for more episodes coming soon.

https://podcasts.ncl.ac.uk/fromnewcastle
@FromNCLpodcast

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Election 2024 Explained: What the general election means for the North East and beyond

In a special episode ahead of the UK General Election on 4 July 2024 we talk to Dr Martin Farr, Senior Lecturer in Contemporary British History at Newcastle University.

Explore the important questions surrounding the general election, including why the election was called and what the outcome could mean for the North East and the future of our country.

Find out more about Martin’s work and follow him on X/twitter @martinjohnfarr.

Useful links:

Politico: https://www.politico.com/
Electoral Calculus: https://www.electoralcalculus.co.uk/homepage.html

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Refugee Week: Our home away from home: How N.E.S.T is supporting refugees in the North East with Ross Bennett

The theme for Refugee Week 2024 is ‘Our Home’. From the places we gather to share meals to our collective home, planet earth: everyone is invited to celebrate what ‘Our Home’ means to them.

In this special episode to mark Refugee Week 2024, we talk to Ross Bennett, a Newcastle University student and Community Project Worker at North East Solidarity and Teaching (N.E.S.T).

N.E.S.T is a student-led volunteer project designed to educate, empower and integrate the forced migration community in the North East of England. Discover how Ross and the team support roughly 700 service users each year through teaching English, promoting sport, organising trips in the region, and ensuring our local asylum-seeking and refugee community feels at home in Newcastle.

Learn more about how you can support N.E.S.T at https://supportus.ncl.ac.uk/north-east-solidarity-teaching

Donate to fund the N.E.S.T summer sailing trip at https://gofund.me/a6be7e67

Follow N.E.S.T on Instagram @northeastsolidarityandteaching where you can find more information about their work including a link to their student volunteer registration form.