
The Blended Science Podcast
We explore how scientific knowledge can help solve significant problems that humanity grapples with daily.
Episodes
16 episodes
Living with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus | Cherrisse Naidoo
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 ...
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30:29

Living with Chronic Intestinal Pseudo Obstruction (CIPO) | Nonto Khanyile
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 you...
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39:35

Pain and Pleasure Balance with Khwezi (PhD candidate) and Nkazi (PhD)
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.
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30:16

Self-Binding with Khwezi (PhD candidate) and Nkazi (PhD)
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.----------------------------------------------------------------------...
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21:59

Dopamine fasting with Khwezi (PhD candidate) and Dr Nkazi Mkhwanazi
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 ...
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33:32

The Science of Addiction with A Neuroscientist, Dr Oluwole.
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. 00:0...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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43:13

Weight Loss Strategies with A Nutrition Consultant, Dr Lebo.
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 ob...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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46:48

Eat more Vegetables and Fruit with a Dietitian, Dr L Govender
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 fo...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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33:36

Soil Care With A Soil Scientist, Dr S Mthimkhulu
0:00 - Guest Introduction03:19 - Overcoming failure05:39 - From refuse collection to a PhD in Soil Science08:32 - Motivation to pursue a career in Soil Science10:48 - Nutrient poor soils13:41 - Nutrients that ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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25:11

Science and Innovation with Dr PM Chelopo-Mgobozi
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 Introduction2:22 – Motivation to pursue a career in Science<...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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34:08

Spine Care with A Chiropractor, Dr Chihambakwe
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 - Introduction1:05...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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33:34

Agricultural Engineering with Kuthadzo Mugodo, A PhD Candidate
0:57 - Introduction of the Guest1:35 - Definition of Agricultural engineering (Bioresource Engineering)3:14 - Motivation to Pursue Agric engineering6:11 - Technologies developed by Agric engineers8:54 - Technology fo...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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23:59

Adverse Childhood Experiences with an Educational Psychologist
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 ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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48:25

Imposter Syndrome with Dr Nkazi Mkhwanazi
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....
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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20:04

Stress and Anxiety with a Physiologist Dr Nkazi Mkhwanazi
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
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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