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  The Conversations that Shape Our Future with Bouchra Danwra 10.09.2026 48мин

  In this episode of Pulse, Aldo speaks with Bouchra Danwra, CEO of DHOW Marcom Agency and the founder of You Are What’s Next. We explore why human connection in an increasingly digital world is more relevant than ever and why Bouchra is bringing young students and CEOs together to share their experiences, to help young people find greater clarity about their futures. Bouchra also reflects on motherhood and all the experiences that shaped her. This is a conversation about passing wisdom f...
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  Writing and Happiness in the Age of AI with Dr. Michael Vlerick 03.09.2026 58мин

  In this 'Pulse' Episode, Aldo and Dr. Michael Vlerick explore the power of writing, why it sharpens thinking, and how it can create real value for readers and for the writer. They also dig into anxiety, social media, AI, and why new technologies should be judged by how well they help people rather than by hype or fear. Along the way, Michael shares how he structures books, what flow feels like, and why success is only meaningful if it genuinely helps others. The conversation closes wi...
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  The Hidden Science of a Healthy Mouth and Teeth with Carol Rafferty CEO of Dentherapy 27.08.2026 57мин

  In this episode of Pulse, Aldo sits down with Carol Rafferty, co-founder and CEO of Dentherapy, to explore how dentistry and dental hygiene is shifting from “drill and fill” towards prevention and personalised oral care. They discuss the fascinating connection between oral and whole-body health, the science of remineralisation, and Carol’s entrepreneurial story behind Tooth Boost. A fascinating conversation where the takeaway was: “there’s no health without oral health.” Hope you will enjoy t...
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  The Science of Personalized Nutrition and Women's Health with Dr. Monika Gostic 20.08.2026 59мин

  In this episode of Pulse, we're talking with Dr. Monika Gostic, geneticist, nutrition consultant, entrepreneur, and teaching fellow at the University of Aberdeen. We explore why one-size-fits-all approaches to health often fall short, and how genetics, gut health, hormones, nutrition, and exercise can all shape our wellbeing. Monika also shares her personal experience with endometriosis, her perspective on GLP-1 medications and body image, and her plans for a personalized lifestyle medicine p...
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  The Empty Chairs That Uncovered A Hidden History with Cees Koole 13.08.2026 56мин

  In this episode of Pulse, Aldo sits down with Cees Koole, educator and creator of Empty Chairs in the Classroom, a project that explores how history can come alive in ways that profoundly impact both students and communities. They discuss how a simple discovery in a school archive grew into a powerful initiative that reconnects young people with the lives of students who disappeared during the Second World War. Together, they explore why Holocaust education remains as important as ever, how l...
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  How Do We Build Better Medicines Without Relying on Animal Testing? with Dr. Yassen Abbas from CN Bio 06.08.2026 48мин

  In this episode of Pulse, Aldo sits down with Dr. Yassen Abbas, Biology Group Leader at CN Bio, to explore how organ-on-a-chip technology is transforming the future of biotechnology, drug discovery, and personalised medicine. They discuss how these sophisticated human tissue models are helping researchers predict drug safety and effectiveness more accurately than traditional laboratory methods, why AI is becoming an essential partner in pharmaceutical research, and how advances in synthetic b...
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  Is There Life Beyond Earth? - with Dr. Alex Baker & Dr. Chris Rose 30.07.2026 52мин

  What if the next great discovery about life doesn't happen on Earth? In this episode of Pulse, I sit down with Dr. Chris Rose and Dr. Alex Baker, co-founders of Sent Into Space and Diatom Watches to explore how space exploration is changing the way we think about science, innovation, and the possibility of life beyond Earth. We discuss their incredible work launching experiments into the stratosphere, the discovery of organic microorganisms at the edge of space, and what it could mean for our...
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  From Oil to Innovation: Aberdeen's Next Chapter with Jennifer Craw MBE and Jen Scott from Opportunity North East 23.07.2026 54мин

  In this episode of Pulse, I have the great pleasure of sitting down with Jennifer Craw and Jen Scott from Opportunity North East (ONE) to explore how Aberdeen and the North East of Scotland are reinventing themselves for the future. We discuss the region's transformation beyond its oil and gas heritage, the rise of life sciences, entrepreneurship, and AI, and how initiatives like ONE BioHub and ONE’s extensive partnership with MIT are helping founders build globally competitive business...
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  Transforming Rare Disease Diagnosis with AI and Digital Innovation 16.07.2026 51мин

  Revolutionizing Rare Disease Awareness and Community Engagement with Rebecca Stewart of Rare Revolution Explore the inspiring journey of Rebecca Stewart, founder and CEO of Rare Revolution, as she shares how personal experiences with rare diseases sparked a movement to improve awareness, advocacy, and community connectivity. Discover innovative approaches including publishing, storytelling, AI technology, and youth engagement aimed at transforming how rare diseases are perceived and addressed...
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  The Future of Genomics: AI, Synthetic Data & Human Expertise 09.07.2026 20мин

  In this episode of Pulse, Aldo sits down with Dr. Vinh Tran, Lead Bioinformatician at NIOME & Researcher at the Goethe University in Frankfurt. Together we explore how AI and synthetic data are reshaping the future of genomics and life sciences. They discuss why data quality remains one of the biggest challenges in bioinformatics, how synthetic genomic data can accelerate research while protecting privacy, and where AI has the greatest potential as well as the greatest limitation.&n...
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  Personalizing the Future of Language Learning with AI with Diana Al Dajani founder of eduTechnoz 02.07.2026 39мин

  In this episode of Pulse, Aldo sites down with Diana Al-Dajani, founder and CEO of Edutechnoz. We explore how AI is transforming language learning and more particularly learning Arabic. We discuss why Arabic requires a different approach from traditional language learning apps, how AI can personalize learning while supporting teachers, and how Edutechnoz is building a scalable platform for learners all over the world. We also talk about entrepreneurship, resilience, and the habits...
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  Education at Scale: What Actually Works with Janhvi Kanoria, Executive Director of Innovation Development at Education Above All 25.06.2026 49мин

  In this episode, Aldo sits down with Janhvi Maheshwari-Kanoria, Executive Director of Innovation Development at Education Above All, to explore what it really takes to expand access to quality education at a global scale. The conversation moves beyond technology to the deeper questions: How do we create solutions that governments can adopt? What does meaningful innovation look like in education? And why is human connection still the foundation of learning in an AI-powered world? Items discuss...
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  The Future of Learning: Startups, AI and Human Agency with Houtan Froushan 18.06.2026 56мин

  In this episode of Pulse, Aldo sits down with Houtan Froushan, the driving force behind UCL EdTech Labs, to explore what happens when research, entrepreneurship, and education meet. We discuss why founders need evidence just as much as conviction, how educational impact can coexist with commercial sustainability, and why understanding your competition starts with understanding where people spend their time and money. We also reflect on AI, human agency, and the role universities can play in h...
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  The Role of AI in Human Longevity with Dr. Johann Malawana 11.06.2026 31мин

  In this conversation, Aldo sits down with Dr. Johann Malawana—former physician, founder of Medics Academy and the Healthcare Leadership Academy (HLA), and Associate Dean for Innovation at the University of Lancashire—to explore the intersection of healthcare, leadership, technology, and AI. Together they discuss why innovation often happens outside traditional systems, how AI is accelerating change across medicine, and how longevity advancement informs cancer research. In this episode: Why Jo...
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  Can AI Prevent a Mental Health Crisis Before It Begins? with Emmanuel Stiels, CEO of Reinhart 04.06.2026 57мин

  What happens when mental healthcare becomes proactive instead of reactive? If you're looking for a politically correct summary of AI and healthcare you won't find it here. In this thoughtful conversation, psychologist and Reinhart Group founder Emmanuel Stiels joins Aldo de Pape to explore the future of mental health, AI, and preventative care. From NHS backlogs to wearable health data, from trauma therapy to ethical questions around AI, this episode examines what becomes possible when ...
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  The Urgent Need for Computational Thinking in an AI World with Conrad Wolfram 28.05.2026 51мин

  In this episode of Pulse, host Aldo de Pape sits down with Conrad Wolfram, Mathematician, Technologist and Author of 'The Math(s) Fix: An Education Blueprint for the AI Age'. Aldo and Conrad explore how AI is transforming education, computation, and society itself. From the failures of traditional maths curricula to the urgent need for “computational literacy,” Conrad explains why schools are still preparing students for a world that no longer exists. The conversation dives into AI hy...
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  Beyond Screen Time: What Parents Are Really Afraid of in the AI Era with Dr. Viola Liu 21.05.2026 32мин

  What happens when researchers, parents, and entrepreneurs ask a deeper question about technology and education? In this conversation, Aldo sits down with Dr. Viola Liu — learning science researcher, Harvard graduate, and AI-in-education expert — to reflect on our experience at MIT’s Entrepreneurship Development Program and the unexpected journey that led to the creation of Norie. Together, we explore: Why AI is changing far more than content deliveryThe growing tension parents feel arou...
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  The Future of Brain Health: Scientific Innovation, Startups and AI with Dr. Craig Ritchie Founder of Scottish Brain Sciences 14.05.2026 53мин

  In this episode of Pulse, host Aldo de Pape sits down with Craig Ritchie, founder and CEO of Scottish Brain Sciences, for a deep conversation about brain health, Alzheimer’s disease, entrepreneurship, genetics, AI, and the future of healthcare innovation. Craig shares his journey from medical school in Aberdeen to becoming a globally recognized leader in neurodegenerative medicine. He discusses why he left the security of academia to build a startup focused on accelerating breakthroughs in Al...
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  Unraveling the Story Behind Tony Mafia: An Artist and a Life of Freedom with Film Writer and Director, Sabine Lubbe Bakker 07.05.2026 56мин

  In this episode, Aldo sits down with the award winning Dutch filmmaker Sabine Lubbe Bakker for a deeply personal and reflective conversation about a man whose life resists simple definition. Through memory, research, and storytelling, we explore the world of ‘Tony Mafia‘ - a painter shaped by a restless pursuit of freedom - a troubled past, and a legacy carried as much by myth as well as fact. This conversation is about questioning how we remember, interpret, and ultimately honor the...
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  The Truth about Male Fertility: What Most Men Get Wrong with Karen Czeloth Urologist and Founder of Aspen Med Ltd 30.04.2026 41мин

  In this insightful interview from Aberdeen, Aldo sits down with Dr. Karen Czeloth, a Clinical Andrologist and specialist in men's health. She shares her journey from Germany to the UK, her expertise in male health, and her innovative approach to personalized medicine that's challenging how we think about healthcare as a whole. What begins as a discussion on fertility evolves into something much broader: a reflection on prevention, personalization, and the role technology must play in reshapin...