The One Where Saima Meets Med Comms

Imagine if Tony Stark teamed up with Indiana Jones. Well, that’s a pretty neat way to describe some of the work of Professor of Robotics, Prof Robert Richardson, which involved building a robot (“Djedi”) to explore secret chambers within the Great Pyramid of Giza. Hear Prof Richardson talk about his adventures deep into the pyramid as well as some of the other cutting-edge robotics work he’s been involved with, all in honour of the recent UK FESTIVAL OF ROBOTICS event.

We’re delighted to welcome the one and only DR SARAH JARVIS MBE back to the podcast. Because it felt so empty, without her. Monster Frequency is made with love by the Monster Medical® Group – a collection of boutique agencies that support the medical and pharmaceutical industry, producing fearsome healthcare communications for fearless clients. And please do remember – our episodes can't replace medical advice. Always reach out to your GP or healthcare professional if you need medical attention, and dial 999 or visit A&E right away in the event of a medical emergency.

Listen to one of our Principal Medical Writers, Saima, describe her career and hear first-hand how she made the leap from the chemistry lab bench to medical writing.

Move over Doctor Strange, because we’ve got a professor in the house. But he’s not the professor you’re expecting… In our latest MONSTER FREQUENCY episode, we’re delighted to be joined by rapper and mental health advocate, PROFESSOR GREEN! He’s giving us tips on dealing with rocketing energy bills, in our new #agencylife series (stay tuned – there’s more to come soon!)

We love them. That’s why we’ve got another fantastic media medic on the podcast: say ‘hello’ to ITV This Morning’s Dr Zoe Williams. We’re also delighted to welcome Chief executive of the Macular Society, Cathy Yelf, to the podcast – who will be talking about macular disease and looking after our eyes. So, give your eyes a rest; turn off your screen, lie back, and listen. Made with love by the Monster Medical® Group – a collection of boutique agencies that support the medical and pharmaceutical industry, producing fearsome healthcare communications for fearless clients. And please do remember – our episodes can't replace medical advice. Always reach out to your GP or healthcare professional if you need medical attention, and dial 999 or visit A&E right away in the event of a medical emergency.

This Earth Day, we’re joined by coral scientist, professor and molecular ecologist, Prof Michael Sweet. He chatted to us about coral reefs – indispensable pillars of the marine environment – and some of the research he’s been doing to explore and understand the microbial relationships that underpin them. PLUS: you’ll hear about culturing the 'un-culturable' in the lab, restoring reefs, Ocean Optimism, sci-fi that has become (or is becoming) scientific reality, and MORE... So, tune in and join us as we level up our knowledge of the natural world, and why it needs protecting, this Earth Day. Image courtesy of Prof Michael Sweet

They go together like strawberries and cream. Or – at least – they do for Dr Jonathan Sackier. He’s a surgeon, medical innovator, and pilot. Having served as Visiting Professor of Surgery at Oxford University, he’s Chief Medical Counsel for Helius Medical Technologies and is helping to bring a range of medical advances to the market. He even helped develop the first ever commercial surgical robot, ‘AESOP’. Listen in for his tips on how to develop your innovative mindset in everything you do. Make this the year you fly.

Tuesday 22nd February, marks World Encephalitis Day. So, on your #MedComms and #CompanyCulture podcast, we're chatting to Julia Clark – Director of Engagement at the Encephalitis Society – to find out why this condition is so important. And please do remember – our episodes can't replace medical advice. Always reach out to your GP or healthcare professional if you need medical attention, and dial 999 or visit A&E right away in the event of a medical emergency. Made with love by the Monster Medical® Group – a collection of boutique agencies that support the medical and pharmaceutical industry, producing fearsome healthcare communications for fearless clients.

She's back, folks! Dr Jarvis joins us again in your #MedComms and #CompanyCulture podcast – and she's not alone. Front-line NHS doctor turned pro DJ, Dr Bodalia, cruises onto the podcast with an update on COVID-19 booster jabs (and on his brand-new single!). Don't forget: our lovely guests will also be laying down their song choices for your playlist. So, get those bangin' tunes ADDED TO YOUR PLAYLIST! Made with love by the Monster Medical® Group – a collection of boutique agencies that support the medical and pharmaceutical industry, producing fearsome healthcare communications for fearless clients. And please do remember – our episodes can't replace medical advice. Always reach out to your GP or healthcare professional if you need medical attention, and dial 999 or visit A&E right away in the event of a medical emergency.

Edited from original Paul Howard-Jones and Harriett Roberts: personal Twitter accounts In the CHRISTMAS special episode of MONSTER FREQUENCY – your #MedComms and #CompanyCulture podcast – the one and only Konnie Huq (one of Blue Peter's longest-serving presenters) joins us to chat about an exciting remote working and conservation campaign. BUT THAT'S NOT ALL! Professor of Neuroscience and Education, Paul Howard-Jones (known for the Channel 4 series, ‘Secret Life of Four Year Olds’) also tunes in alongside Harriett Roberts, the director of ShelterBox – an international disaster relief charity – to talk about the fantastic charity work going on to help those in need at Christmas time. Made with love by the Monster Medical® Group – a collection of boutique agencies that support the medical and pharmaceutical industry, producing fearsome healthcare communications for fearless clients. SHOW LESS