Rad Chat

Rad Chat Live UKIO 2024 Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara speak to Lizzie Joyce about her research and why the patient voice is important.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

Rad Chat Live UKIO 2024 Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara speak to Prof Bev Snaith and Mel Clarkson about enhanced, advanced practice and the new advancing practice special interest group.They have launched surveys at #UKIO2024 looking at awareness and understanding of the ENHANCED level of radiography practice. If you are a Radiographer visit: https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/bradford/practitioner-survey.Or if you are a Team Leader or Manager please visit: https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/bradford/manager-survey-regarding-the-enhanced-level-of-practice-in-radi.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

Rad Chat Live UKIO 2024 Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara speak to Leaanne Adu and Pamela Okyere about their experience of cancer treatment, the Leanne Pero Foundation and the initiative Black Women Rising.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

Rad Chat Live UKIO 2024 Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara speak to Dr. Rachel Clarke about death, dying and palliative care.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

Rad Chat Live UKIO 2024 Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara speak to Dr. Nick Spencer and Roberto Anello from AGFA healthcare.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

Rad Chat Live UKIO 2024 Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara speak to Laura Russell about dosimetry and mentoring.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

Rad Chat Live UKIO 2024 Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara speak to Sarah Quinlan MBE and Alison Goulding talk about Radiotherapy UK charity and the work they do.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

Rad Chat Live UKIO 2024 Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara speak to Cheryl Cruwys about dense breasts.Listen to her episode here: https://radchat.transistor.fm/82. © Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

Rad Chat Live UKIO 2024 Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara speak to Dr. Tammy Boyce on health inequalities.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Merryn Hall & Dana Weston about their careers, Radiotherapy treatment and how they provide personalised care at GenesisCare. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) reflect on how your clinical area personalises care for patients.2) consider the benefits of developing your knowledge and interpersonal skills in your clinical area.3) watch, GenesisCare Radiotherapy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BhtvN4c-6fM&pp=ygULZ2VuZXNpc2NhcmU%3DComplete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:GenesisCare: https://www.genesiscare.com/uk GenesisCare preparing for radiotherapy treatment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iol8EKHA5wIGenesisCare Surface Guided Radiotherapy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-yDNNmamSyoGenesisCare Bristol: https://www.genesiscare.com/uk/our-centres/bristolExercise Medicine at GenesisCare: https://www.genesiscare.com/uk/integrative-cancer-care/exercise-medicinePenny Brohn at GenesisCare: https://www.genesiscare.com/uk/integrative-cancer-care/penny-brohn-relaxation-sessionsPenny Brohn: https://pennybrohn.org.uk/our-approach/resources/Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Claire Paxman to discuss her mother’s hair loss and how this lead to the creation of Paxman Scalp Cooling. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) reflect on Claire’s experience of seeing her mother lose her hair.2) consider the impact of losing your own hair. 3) look at the patient website with helpful ‘how to’ videos and an ‘Outcomes Calculator’: https://coldcap.com/Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Patient website with helpful ‘how to’ videos and an ‘Outcomes Calculator’: https://coldcap.com/Paxman Scalp Cooling (corporate website): www.paxmanscalpcooling.com Paxman Scalp Cooling Studies Library:https://scalpcoolingstudies.com/Paxman Facebook support Group (Closed): https://www.facebook.com/groups/PaxmanScalpCoolingCare for Hair: https://caringforhair.org/homeCare for Hair - a practical guide for managing cancer-related afro hair loss: https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/43822940-4c9b-45c3-a1b7-e98bb8ced43b/Booklet%20(1).pdfCare for Hair - will I lose my hair?: https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/43822940-4c9b-45c3-a1b7-e98bb8ced43b/Will%20I%20lose%20my%20hair.pdfMacmillan Cancer Support - The Beauty of Support: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/get-help/beauty-of-supportMacmillan Cancer Support - The Barber Shop Project: https://modernbarber.co.uk/macmillan-cancer-support-joins-forces-to-create-the-barbershop-projectPlease like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Lorna Jones as part of Education and Workforce Development series (part 49).Discussion about Lorna’s role as a trichologist, scalp cooling for chemotherapy, afro-hair and cancer treatment related hair loss. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) reflect on what you consider a person undergoing cancer treatment looks like.2) consider the negative impact of hair-loss on people living with and beyond cancer along with people they interact with.3) read this: practical guide for managing cancer-related afro hair loss (by Care for Hair): https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/43822940-4c9b-45c3-a1b7-e98bb8ced43b/Booklet%20(1).pdfComplete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Institute for Tricologists: https://trichologists.org.uk/Care for Hair: https://caringforhair.org/homeCare for Hair - a practical guide for managing cancer-related afro hair loss: https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/43822940-4c9b-45c3-a1b7-e98bb8ced43b/Booklet%20(1).pdfCare for Hair - will I lose my hair?: https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/43822940-4c9b-45c3-a1b7-e98bb8ced43b/Will%20I%20lose%20my%20hair.pdfMacmillan Cancer Support - The Beauty of Support: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/get-help/beauty-of-supportMacmillan Cancer Support - The Barber Shop Project: https://modernbarber.co.uk/macmillan-cancer-support-joins-forces-to-create-the-barbershop-projectPaxman Scalp Cooling: https://paxmanscalpcooling.com/Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Lisa and Bex around inner ear side effects following cancer treatment, the role of physiotherapy and how you could help. We would also like to thank Alec Roberts for his help with the associated social media posts across our platforms. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) Read about the signs, symptoms and diagnosis of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV): https://acpivr.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/ACPIVR_Patient_Leaflet_BPPV_V3.pdf2) Read about the signs, symptoms and diagnosis of vestibular migraines: https://acpivr.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/ACPIVR_Patient_Leaflet_Vestibular_Migraine_V2.pdf.3) Consider the impact on a person living with and beyond cancer with undiagnosed inner ear problems following anti-cancer treatment. Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:The Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Vestibular Rehabilitation (ACPIVR) website for information and find a vestibular physio in your area: https://acpivr.com/ACPIVR patient information leaflets: https://acpivr.com/patient-information/ACPIVR how to start rehab: https://acpivr.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/ACPIVR_Patient_Leaflet_DizzinessBalance_A4_V3.pdfNICE BPPV: https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/benign-paroxysmal-positional-vertigo/NICE Migraine: https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/migraine/NICE Osteoporosis: https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/osteoporosis-prevention-of-fragility-fractures/Edge Hill University: Management of Balance and Dizziness Disorders in Adults Level 7 MSc module: https://www.edgehill.ac.uk/cpd-modules/management-of-balance-and-dizziness-disorders-in-adults-hea4272/ Developments in Dizziness and Balance Disorders: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/journal-of-laryngology-and-otology/issue/5843D56DD9A1C3845818A22F38A17CD0Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Sinead Rothrie as part of the Education and Workforce Development series (part 48).Discussion about Sinead’s career, the role of Speech and Language Therapists for people living with and beyond cancer, and Sinead’s research. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) reflect on how you consider patient-centred care in your clinical practice.2) consider how people with head and neck cancer’s lives are impacted.3) considering the main challenges people living with and beyond head and neck cancer face following treatment.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Macmillan Cancer Support - Head and Neck Cancer: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/head-and-neck-cancerThe Swallow’s Charity: https://theswallows.org.uk/Heads2gether Charity: https://www.heads2gether.net/The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy: https://www.rcslt.org/.The Royal Marsden Speech and Language Therapy: https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/your-care/supportive-therapies/speech-and-language-therapyNHS England - Speech and Language Therapist Role: https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles/allied-health-professionals/roles-allied-health-professions/speech-and-language-therapistPlease like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Leanda Bickley as part of the Education and Workforce Development series (part 47).Discussion about Leanda’s career, Hope For Tomorrow charity and how to improve access for people undergoing cancer treatment. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) consider benefits of reduced travel time for patients undergoing systemic anti-cancer treatment.2) read the Hope For Tomorrow charity’s patient experiences: https://hopefortomorrow.org.uk/patient-experiences/Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Hope for Tomorrow Charity: https://hopefortomorrow.org.uk/Hope for Tomorrow Charity social media links:https://www.facebook.com/hopefortomorrowcharity/ https://www.instagram.com/hopefortomorrowcharity/https://twitter.com/HfTcharityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/2691529/admin/feed/posts/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzdw9jkgd3cXne76tYR372ANational Cancer Registration and Analysis Service: http://www.ncin.org.uk/cancer_type_and_topic_specific_work/topic_specific_work/travel_timesThe Royal College of Radiologists - The Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy capacity crisis in the NHS: https://www.rcr.ac.uk/media/updj5x5h/rcr-policy_policy-briefing-the-sact-capacity-crisis-in-the-nhs.pdfPlease like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Errol McKellar MBE as part of Living With and Beyond Cancer series (part 37).Discussion about Errol’s cancer diagnosis, his foundation and health inequalities for black men. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) read about the signs and symptoms of prostate cancer: https://prostatecanceruk.org/prostate-information-and-support/risk-and-symptoms/prostate-cancer-signs-and-symptoms2) reflect on Errol’s experience of prostate cancer.3) consider ways of improving awareness of prostate cancer in black men.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Errol McKellar Foundation: https://www.theerrolmckellarfoundation.com/It’s time to talk about men’s health at work: https://www.fairplaytalks.com/2022/11/19/its-time-to-talk-about-mens-health-at-work/ Black men’s health: https://blackmenshealth.org.uk/ Young Minds: https://www.youngminds.org.uk/ Ageing Better: https://ageing-better.org.uk/ Prostate Cancer UK (PCUK): https://prostatecanceruk.org/ PCUK risk checker for patients: https://prostatecanceruk.org/risk-checker PCUK patient support links: https://prostatecanceruk.org/prostate-information-and-support/get-support PCUK healthcare professional online learning and CPD: https://prostatecanceruk.org/for-health-professionals/resources/active-surveillance-hub/online-learning-and-cpd PCUK healthcare professional consultation toolkit: https://prostatecanceruk.org/for-health-professionals/resources/consultation-toolkit PCUK healthcare professional active surveillance hub: https://prostatecanceruk.org/for-health-professionals/resources/active-surveillance-hubPlease like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Dr. Eliot Sims about his career, clinical oncology and person-centred care. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) reflect on the importance of shared decision making between patient and clinician.2) consider the benefits of mentorship within your clinical practice.3) watch this video by GenesisCare on patient care: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9NE9ggVW94Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:GenesisCare: https://www.genesiscare.com/uk GenesisCare dosimetry and physics: https://www.genesiscare.com/uk/careers/dosimetry-and-physics-career-opportunities UK 2022 Consensus on Normal Tissue Dose-Volume Constraints for Oligometastatic, Primary Lung and Hepatocellular Carcinoma Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy: https://www.clinicaloncologyonline.net/article/S0936-6555(22)00094-2/abstractPlease like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Samantha Skubish as part of the leadership series (part 20).Discussion about Sam’s career, advanced practice and future of radiation therapy advanced roles in the USA. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) reflect on Sam’s experience of developing advanced practice within the USA.2) consider what advanced practice means to you within your role.3) read the Society of Radiographers definition of advanced practice for radiography: https://www.sor.org/learning-advice/career-development/practice-level-information/advanced-practitioners/what-is-advanced-practice-in-radiographyComplete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Stoney Brook School of Health Professions - Samantha Skubish: https://healthprofessions.stonybrookmedicine.edu/programs/hs/about/faculty/sskubishThe American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT): https://www.arrt.org/The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) - I am the Gold Standard Award: https://www.arrt.org/pages/i-am-the-gold-standardAmerican Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT): https://www.asrt.org/American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) - The ASRT Practice Standards for Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy: https://www.asrt.org/main/standards-and-regulations/professional-practice/practice-standards-onlineAmerican Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) - Radiation Oncology Safety Stakeholder’s Initiative: https://www.asrt.org/volunteers/other-opportunitiesRadiation Therapy Association of New York State, Inc.: https://rtanys.org/Mount Sinai Hospital New York: https://www.mountsinai.org/locations/mount-sinai/care/radiation-oncologySociety of Radiographers: what is advanced practice in radiography?: https://www.sor.org/learning-advice/career-development/practice-level-information/advanced-practitioners/what-is-advanced-practice-in-radiographyRadiographer Enhanced, Advanced and Consultant Practice: https://www.hee.nhs.uk/our-work/cancer-diagnostics/imaging/radiographer-enhanced-advanced-consultant-practiceAn Environmental Scan of Advanced Practice Radiation Therapy in the United States: A PESTEL Analysis: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)00450-9/abstractAdvanced practice radiation therapist program improves efficiency, reduces burnout:https://www.healio.com/news/hematology-oncology/20231107/advanced-practice-radiation-therapist-program-improves-efficiency-reduces-burnoutAdvanced practice roles amongst therapeutic radiographers/radiation therapists: A European survey: https://www.radiographyonline.com/article/S1078-8174(22)00210-3/fulltextPlease like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with as part of Living With and Beyond Cancer series (part 36).Discussion about Cheryl and Sarah’s cancer treatments, cancer, sex and intimacy. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) reflect on Cheryl and Sarah’s experiences of cancer, sex and intimacy.2) consider how you broach the topic of cancer, sex and intimacy with your patients.3) check out Cheryl and Sarah’s project work: https://linktr.ee/cancersxandintimacy?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=71273a82-92e0-4a07-8937-7c8b9b43845dComplete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Cancer, Sex and Intimacy: https://linktr.ee/cancersxandintimacy?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=71273a82-92e0-4a07-8937-7c8b9b43845dCancer and Intimacy podcast (by Cheryl and Sarah(: https://www.youtube.com/@cancerandintimacy2838/podcastsGirl vs Cancer - Lauren Mahon: https://girlvscancer.co.uk/Jo Divine - when sex is silent: https://www.jodivine.com/blogs/sexual-health/when-sex-is-silent-living-with-cancerShush Life - sex education: https://www.shushlife.com/Pleasure & Intimacy: A guide for people living with cancer: https://issuu.com/fruitflycollective/docs/sex_cancer_bookMacmillan Cancer Support - we need to talk about sex: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/lovehoneyMacmillan Cancer Support - cancer and your sex life: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/treatment/coping-with-treatment/your-sex-lifeMacmillan Cancer Support - fertility and cancer: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/impacts-of-cancer/fertilityMacmillan Cancer Support - menopausal symptoms and cancer treatment: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/impacts-of-cancer/menopausal-symptoms-and-cancer-treatmentMenopause after cancer (research article): https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(23)02802-7/fulltextShine Cancer Support Charity: https://shinecancersupport.org/Neuroendocrine Cancer UK: https://www.neuroendocrinecancer.org.uk/Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy (PRRT): https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/neuroendocrine-tumours-nets/treatment/radiotherapy/peptide-receptor-radionuclide-therapy-prrtHear Cheryl on the Black Women Rising podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackwomenrising/episodes/Black-Women-Rising---The-Untold-Cancer-Stories-S4-Ep5---Living-With-Stage-Four-Cancer-e2f4n2aBlood Cancer UK - Lymphoma: https://bloodcancer.org.uk/understanding-blood-cancer/lymphoma/Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Dr. Arjun Sahgal to discuss his career, and the uses of radiosurgery for brain metastasis. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) read about the symptoms of a brain tumour: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/brain-tumour-signs-symptoms/adult-brain-tumour-symptoms/2) reflect on the benefits of radiosurgery for people diagnosed with brain metastasis.3) consider the impact of reduced access to radiosurgery could have on a a person living with beyond cancer and their loved ones / carers.4) watch this video on the Elekta Gamma Knife Radiosurgery: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxikNfTbtzw Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Elekta: https://www.elekta.com/Elekta Gamma Knife Radiosurgery: https://www.elekta.com/patients/gamma-knife-treatment/Leksell Gamma Knife Lightening: https://www.elekta.com/products/stereotactic-radiosurgery/leksell-gamma-knife-lightning/The National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery: https://www.gammaknife.org.uk/The National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery Videos on how to prepare for treatment: https://www.gammaknife.org.uk/treatment/videosBrain Tumour Charity: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/brain-tumour-signs-symptoms/adult-brain-tumour-symptoms/Brain Tumours Macmillan Cancer Support: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/brain-tumourTherapeutic Role of Gamma Knife Stereotactic Radiosurgery in Neuro-Oncology (2020): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7023953/Characterization and commissioning of a Leksell Gamma Knife ICON system for framed and frameless stereotactic radiosurgery (2022): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35064749/ Concurrent Olaparib and Radiation Therapy in Older Patients With Newly Diagnosed Glioblastoma: The Phase 1 Dose-Escalation PARADIGM Trial (2024): https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0360301624000154?via%3Dihub FINAL RESULTS OF THE MGMT UNMETHYLATED ARM OF PARADIGM-2: A PHASE I STUDY OF OLAPARIB AND RADIOTHERAPY IN PATIENTS WITH NEWLY DIAGNOSED GLIOBLASTOMA (GBM) (2023): https://academic.oup.com/neuro-oncology/article-abstract/25/Supplement_2/ii20/7264478?redirectedFrom=fulltext&login=true Results of the OPARATIC trial: A phase I dose escalation study of olaparib in combination with temozolomide (TMZ) in patients with relapsed glioblastoma (GBM) (2017): https://ascopubs.org/doi/10.1200/JCO.2017.35.15_suppl.2022 Non-Cancerous Conditions Links:The National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery Other Conditions Treated: https://www.gammaknife.org.uk/conditions-treated/conditionsElekta case stud on bilateral thalamotomy with Leksell Gamma Knife for Essential Tremor: https://www.elekta.com/medical-affairs/case-studies/case-study-bilateral-thalamotomy-with-leksell-gamma-knife-for-essential-tremor/Gamma Knife radiosurgery for cerebral arteriovenous malformations: a systematic review and meta-analysis (2022): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9160151/Gamma Knife Radiosurgery For Brain Vascular Malformations: Current Evidence And Future Tasks (2019): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6874113/ Gamma Knife Radiosurgery for Trigeminal Neuralgia : Review and Update (2022): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9452385/Arjun’s Research:Hypofractionated stereotactic radiosurgery(HSRS) as a salvage treatment for brain metastases failing prior stereotactic radiosurgery(SRS).Yan M, Lee M, Myrehaug S, Tseng CL, Detsky J, Chen H, Das S, Yeboah C, Lipsman N, Costa LD, Holden L, Heyn C, Maralani P, Ruschin M, Sahgal A, Soliman H. J Neurooncol. 2023 Mar;162(1):119-128. doi: 10.1007/s11060-023-04265-y. Epub 2023 Mar 13. Gamma knife icon based hypofractionated stereotactic radiosurgery(GKI-HSRS) for brain metastases: impact of dose and volume.Yan M, Holden L, Wang M, Soliman H, Myrehaug S, Tseng CL, Detsky J, Ruschin M, Tjong M, Atenafu EG, Das S, Lipsman N, Heyn C, Sahgal A, Husain Z. J Neurooncol. 2022 Sep;159(3):705-712. doi: 10.1007/s11060-022-04115-3. Epub 2022 Aug 24. Conventionally fully fractionated Gamma Knife Icon re-irradiation of primary recurrent intracranial tumors: the first report indicating feasibility and safety.Yan M, Holden L, Detsky J, Tseng CL, Soliman H, Myrehaug S, Husain Z, Das S, Yeboah C, Lipsman N, Ruschin M, Sahgal A.Precision Radiation for Brain Metastases With a Focus on Hypofractionated Stereotactic Radiosurgery.Shiue K, Sahgal A, Lo SS. Semin Radiat Oncol. 2023 Apr;33(2):114-128. doi: 10.1016/j.semradonc.2023.01.004.Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingl

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Louise Codd as part of the equity, diversity and inclusion series (part 11.).Discussion about Louise’s career, the experiences of ethnically diverse students in therapeutic radiography undergraduate education in the UK and future research. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) read: ‘closing the gap, 3 years on’ https://www.universitiesuk.ac.uk/what-we-do/policy-and-research/publications/features/closing-gap-three-years/introduction to understand more about the awarding gap in higher education - reflect on how the issues discussed apply, or perhaps may apply to the experience of therapeutic radiography training.2) reflect upon your practice and how we can be ally’s to students from ethnically diverse backgrounds in our clinical department.3) investigate allyship training and the discrimination policy in your department.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Professionalism in 2024: today's doctors shouldn't be held to outdated ideas: https://www.bmj.com/content/384/bmj.q424Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Dr. Sithembile Ngidi and Dr. Mogwale Motebajane to discuss their careers, Radiosurgery in Africa, health inequalities and the benefits of multi-disciplinary working. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) read about the symptoms of a brain tumour: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/brain-tumour-signs-symptoms/adult-brain-tumour-symptoms/2) reflect on the challenges people with brain tumours and neurological conditions face in Africa.3) consider the benefits of multi-disciplinary working within Radiosurgery.4) watch this video on the Elekta Gamma Knife Radiosurgery: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxikNfTbtzw Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Elekta: https://www.elekta.com/Elekta Gamma Knife Radiosurgery: https://www.elekta.com/patients/gamma-knife-treatment/Leksell Gamma Knife Lightening: https://www.elekta.com/products/stereotactic-radiosurgery/leksell-gamma-knife-lightning/The National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery: https://www.gammaknife.org.uk/The National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery Videos on how to prepare for treatment: https://www.gammaknife.org.uk/treatment/videosBrain Tumour Charity: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/brain-tumour-signs-symptoms/adult-brain-tumour-symptoms/Brain Tumours Macmillan Cancer Support: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/brain-tumourTherapeutic Role of Gamma Knife Stereotactic Radiosurgery in Neuro-Oncology (2020): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7023953/Gamma Knife South Africa: https://www.gamma-knife.co.za/ Radiotherapy resources in Africa: an International Atomic Energy Agency update and analysis of projected needs (2021): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8675892/ Radiotherapy infrastructure for brain metastasis treatment in Africa: practical guildelines for implementation of a stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) program (2023): https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12553-023-00799-3 Expanding radiotherapy access in Sub-Saharan Africa: an analysis of travel burdens and patient-related benefits of hypofractionation (2023): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10151787/ Dr. Sithembile Ngidi: https://multimedicsumhlanga.co.za/specialists/dr-sithembile-ngidi/ Dr. Mogwale Motebajane: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/doctors/9/dr-mogwale-samson-motebejane.htmlMediclinic Emfuleni: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/emfuleni/home.htmlMediclinic Vereeniging: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/vereeniging/home.htmlNon-Cancerous Conditions Links:The National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery Other Conditions Treated: https://www.gammaknife.org.uk/conditions-treated/conditionsElekta case stud on bilateral thalamotomy with Leksell Gamma Knife for Essential Tremor: https://www.elekta.com/medical-affairs/case-studies/case-study-bilateral-thalamotomy-with-leksell-gamma-knife-for-essential-tremor/Gamma Knife radiosurgery for cerebral arteriovenous malformations: a systematic review and meta-analysis (2022): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9160151/Gamma Knife Radiosurgery For Brain Vascular Malformations: Current Evidence And Future Tasks (2019): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6874113/ Gamma Knife Radiosurgery for Trigeminal Neuralgia : Review and Update (2022): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9452385/Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Ellie Crawley as part of the leadership series (part 19).Discussion about Ellie’s journey into becoming a business owner, mental health and empowerment. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) reflect on how you view exercise for your lifestyle.2) reflect on how you explain how to safely exercise to people undergoing cancer treatments. 3) consider the benefits of prehab for people undergoing cancer treatments.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Feel Fit: https://www.myfeelfitstudio.com/Mind Charity: https://www.mind.org.uk/Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Dr. Matthew Foote to discuss his career, introduction of Radiosurgery in Australia and health inequalities. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) read about the symptoms of a brain tumour: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/brain-tumour-signs-symptoms/adult-brain-tumour-symptoms/2) reflect on the experiences of people living with and beyond cancer Australia who need to travel long distances for radiotherapy.3) consider the benefits of single day treatments for people who need to travel for radiosurgery.4) watch this video on the Elekta Gamma Knife Radiosurgery: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxikNfTbtzw Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Elekta: https://www.elekta.com/Elekta Gamma Knife Radiosurgery: https://www.elekta.com/patients/gamma-knife-treatment/Leksell Gamma Knife Lightening: https://www.elekta.com/products/stereotactic-radiosurgery/leksell-gamma-knife-lightning/The National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery: https://www.gammaknife.org.uk/The National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery Videos on how to prepare for treatment: https://www.gammaknife.org.uk/treatment/videosBrain Tumour Charity: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/brain-tumour-signs-symptoms/adult-brain-tumour-symptoms/Brain Tumours Macmillan Cancer Support: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/brain-tumourTherapeutic Role of Gamma Knife Stereotactic Radiosurgery in Neuro-Oncology (2020): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7023953/Characterization and commissioning of a Leksell Gamma Knife ICON system for framed and frameless stereotactic radiosurgery (2022): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35064749/Icon Cancer Centre Australia: https://iconcancercentre.com.au/Dr. Matthew Foote: https://iconcancercentre.com.au/doctor/matthew-foote/Non-Cancerous Conditions Links:The National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery Other Conditions Treated: https://www.gammaknife.org.uk/conditions-treated/conditionsElekta case stud on bilateral thalamotomy with Leksell Gamma Knife for Essential Tremor: https://www.elekta.com/medical-affairs/case-studies/case-study-bilateral-thalamotomy-with-leksell-gamma-knife-for-essential-tremor/Gamma Knife radiosurgery for cerebral arteriovenous malformations: a systematic review and meta-analysis (2022): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9160151/Gamma Knife Radiosurgery For Brain Vascular Malformations: Current Evidence And Future Tasks (2019): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6874113/ Gamma Knife Radiosurgery for Trigeminal Neuralgia: Review and Update (2022): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9452385/Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Sue Jansen van Rensburg about her career, how her role as an dosimetrist contributes to personalised care for patients having treatment at GenesisCare. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) reflect on the importance of personalised care for people undergoing radiotherapy.2) consider the implications of increased radiation dose to normal tissue.3) watch this video by GenesisCare on how radiotherapy works: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEoQTBemyDY.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:GenesisCare: https://www.genesiscare.com/uk GenesisCare dosimetry and physics: https://www.genesiscare.com/uk/careers/dosimetry-and-physics-career-opportunitiesUK 2022 Consensus on Normal Tissue Dose-Volume Constraints for Oligometastatic, Primary Lung and Hepatocellular Carcinoma Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy: https://www.clinicaloncologyonline.net/article/S0936-6555(22)00094-2/abstractPlease like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Renay Joss to discuss her incredible career, the introduction of gamma knife treatments and therapeutic radiographer led working. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) read about the symptoms of a brain tumour: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/brain-tumour-signs-symptoms/adult-brain-tumour-symptoms/2) reflect on the challenges patients face to access radiosurgery in the UK.3) consider the benefits of therapeutic radiographer led working for patients undergoing treatment.4) watch this video on the Elekta Gamma Knife Radiosurgery: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxikNfTbtzw Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Elekta: https://www.elekta.com/Elekta Gamma Knife Radiosurgery: https://www.elekta.com/patients/gamma-knife-treatment/Leksell Gamma Knife Lightening: https://www.elekta.com/products/stereotactic-radiosurgery/leksell-gamma-knife-lightning/The National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery: https://www.gammaknife.org.uk/The National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery Videos on how to prepare for treatment: https://www.gammaknife.org.uk/treatment/videosBrain Tumour Charity: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/brain-tumour-signs-symptoms/adult-brain-tumour-symptoms/Brain Tumours Macmillan Cancer Support: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/brain-tumourTherapeutic Role of Gamma Knife Stereotactic Radiosurgery in Neuro-Oncology (2020): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7023953/Genesis Care: https://www.genesiscare.com/ukGenesis Care Gamma Knife Radiosurgery: https://www.genesiscare.com/uk/treatment/radiotherapy/gamma-knife-radiosurgery-for-brain-tumoursNon-Cancerous Conditions Links:The National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery Other Conditions Treated: https://www.gammaknife.org.uk/conditions-treated/conditionsElekta case stud on bilateral thalamotomy with Leksell Gamma Knife for Essential Tremor: https://www.elekta.com/medical-affairs/case-studies/case-study-bilateral-thalamotomy-with-leksell-gamma-knife-for-essential-tremor/Gamma Knife radiosurgery for cerebral arteriovenous malformations: a systematic review and meta-analysis (2022): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9160151/Gamma Knife Radiosurgery For Brain Vascular Malformations: Current Evidence And Future Tasks (2019): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6874113/Gamma Knife Radiosurgery for Trigeminal Neuralgia : Review and Update (2022): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9452385/Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Dr. Alison Berner as part of the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion series (part 10).Discussion about discussing her career, her gender identity clinic work and PhD research. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) reflect on the healthcare experience of trans people.2) read this journal article by Dr. Alison Berner: attitudes of transgender men and non-binary people to cervical screening: a cross-sectional mixed-methods study in the UK: https://bjgp.org/content/71/709/e6143) read and understand the gender construction kit: https://genderkit.org.uk/ Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast: UK Cancer and Transition Service (UCATS): https://www.themedicalcentreislington.co.uk/2023/10/26/uk-cancer-and-transition-service-ucats/Trans plus UK Cancer and Transition Service (UCATS): https://www.wearetransplus.co.uk/uk-cancer-and-transition-service/NHS Gender Dysphoria Clinic Finder: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/how-to-find-an-nhs-gender-identity-clinic/Gender Construction Kit: https://genderkit.org.uk/ Transgender Health Journal: https://home.liebertpub.com/publications/transgender-health/634Trans Actual Information for Trans People: https://transactual.org.uk/healthcare-trans/Royal College of General Practitioners: https://www.rcgp.org.uk/representing-you/policy-areas/transgender-careNHS England Gender Services Clinical Programme Commissioning: https://www.england.nhs.uk/commissioning/spec-services/npc-crg/gender-dysphoria-clinical-programme/HumanPapillomavirus (HPV): https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/human-papilloma-virus-hpv/Cervical Screening for Trans Men and/or Non-Binary People: https://www.jostrust.org.uk/information/cervical-screening/trans-non-binaryPerson-centered cancer genetic counseling for transgender and gender diverse patients: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/B9780323885348000080?via%3DihubOUTpatients Charity: https://outpatients.org.uk/Queering Cancer Charity: https://queeringcancer.ca/Macmillan Cancer Support Charity Transgender and Non-Binary Experience: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/impacts-of-cancer/transgenderMacmillan Cancer Support Charity Genomics Toolkit: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/healthcare-professionals/innovation-in-cancer-care/genomics-toolkitDr. Alison Berner Research Articles on Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Alison-BernerPlease like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Katie Hunt and Esther Buckland to discuss their careers, the National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery, physics behind radiosurgery and the patient experience of the workflow. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) read about the symptoms of a brain tumour: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/brain-tumour-signs-symptoms/adult-brain-tumour-symptoms/2) reflect on the importance of individualised treatment pathways to ensure we meet the NHS commitment to personalised cancer care. 3) watch the videos by the National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery on the patient experience: https://www.gammaknife.org.uk/treatment/videos4) watch this video on the Elekta Gamma Knife Radiosurgery: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxikNfTbtzw Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Elekta: https://www.elekta.com/Elekta Gamma Knife Radiosurgery: https://www.elekta.com/patients/gamma-knife-treatment/Leksell Gamma Knife Lightening: https://www.elekta.com/products/stereotactic-radiosurgery/leksell-gamma-knife-lightning/The National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery: https://www.gammaknife.org.uk/The National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery Videos on how to prepare for treatment: https://www.gammaknife.org.uk/treatment/videosBrain Tumour Charity: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/brain-tumour-signs-symptoms/adult-brain-tumour-symptoms/Brain Tumours Macmillan Cancer Support: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/brain-tumourTherapeutic Role of Gamma Knife Stereotactic Radiosurgery in Neuro-Oncology (2020): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7023953/Characterization and commissioning of a Leksell Gamma Knife ICON system for framed and frameless stereotactic radiosurgery (2022): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35064749/Non-Cancerous Conditions Links:The National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery Other Conditions Treated: https://www.gammaknife.org.uk/conditions-treated/conditionsElekta case stud on bilateral thalamotomy with Leksell Gamma Knife for Essential Tremor: https://www.elekta.com/medical-affairs/case-studies/case-study-bilateral-thalamotomy-with-leksell-gamma-knife-for-essential-tremor/Gamma Knife radiosurgery for cerebral arteriovenous malformations: a systematic review and meta-analysis (2022): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9160151/Gamma Knife Radiosurgery For Brain Vascular Malformations: Current Evidence And Future Tasks (2019): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6874113/Gamma Knife Radiosurgery for Trigeminal Neuralgia: Review and Update (2022): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9452385/Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Judith Nepital as part of the Living With and Beyond Cancer Series (part 35).Discussion about Judith’s cancer diagnosis, health inequalities and how we can improve access for minorities communities. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) reflect on Judith’s experience of being diagnosed for cancer.2) evaluate your work space, how could you be more inclusive for people of colour.3) consider how you could tackle health inequalities that affect people living with and beyond cancer near you.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:From Me To You: https://www.instagram.com/frommetoyou.aos/?hl=enBile duct cancer (cholangiocarcinoma): https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/bile-duct-cancerCholangiocarcinoma Charity - Judith’s story: https://ammf.org.uk/blog/judith-neptial-my-cca-story/Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Katie Phillips as part of the Living With and Beyond Cancer Series (part 34).Discussion about Katie’s diagnosis and treatment along with her podcast Talking With Cancer. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) reflect on Katie’s experience of cancer.2) read the signs and symptoms of Thyroid cancer: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/thyroid-cancer3) check out Katie’s website: Talking With Cancer: https://www.talkingwithcancer.com/ .Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Talking With Cancer: https://www.talkingwithcancer.com/ Just Giving Link: https://www.justgiving.com/team/talkingwithcancerThe Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust: https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/Macmillan Cancer Support Thyroid Cancer: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/thyroid-cancerPlease like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Richard Baker about his career, how his role as an engineer contributes to personalised care for patients having treatment at Genesis Care. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) reflect on the importance of maintaining medical equipment.2) consider ways to support recruitment and attrition of engineers.3) watch this video by Genesis Care on how radiotherapy works: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEoQTBemyDY.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Genesis Care: https://www.genesiscare.com/uk Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM): https://www.ipem.ac.uk/ Radiotherapy Physics Careers: https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles/healthcare-science/roles-healthcare-science/physical-sciences-and-biomedical-engineering/radiotherapy-physics/radiotherapy-physics NHS Radiotherapy Engineering Apprenticeship Example: https://www.iop.org/careers-physics/your-future-with-physics/apprentice/george-stewart#gref STEM Ambassadors: https://www.stem.org.uk/stem-ambassadorsPlease like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Kat Tunnicliffe as part of the Education and Workforce Development series (part 46).Discussion about Kat’s career, importance of physiotherapy for people living with and beyond cancer undergoing radiotherapy treatment and Perci Health. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) what considerations are taken in your department for physiotherapy referral before radiotherapy? 2) consider how you can incorporate evidence based practice on maintaining normal function of areas affected by surgery into your practice?3) read these resources: https://www.selca.nhs.uk/professionals/latest-guidance-and-resources/physical-activity.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Perci Health: https://www.percihealth.com/South East London Cancer Alliance Top Tips on Physical Activity & Cancer: https://www.selca.nhs.uk/professionals/latest-guidance-and-resources/physical-activity Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Cancer: https://www.csp.org.uk/conditions/cancerTrekstock Cancer Charity exercise and cancer: https://www.trekstock.com/exercise-cancer Move charity: https://movecharity.org/ 5K Your Way: https://movecharity.org/5k-your-way-1Couch to fitness: https://couchtofitness.com/ Couch to 5K: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/running-and-aerobic-exercises/get-running-with-couch-to-5k/ Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Nicola Nuttall as part of the Living With and Beyond Cancer Series (part 33).Discussion about Laura Nuttall’s diagnosis and treatment, Nicola’s campaigning and the Be More Laura foundation. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1. read about the signs and symptoms of a brain tumour: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/brain-tumour-signs-symptoms/reflect on Nicola’s experience as a parent while Laura was diagnosed and had treatment.3. consider how you could support someone who during grief and bereavement.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Be More Laura: https://www.bemorelaura.com/Our Brain Bank: https://www.ourbrainbank.org/use-your-brains/Brain Tumour Charity: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/Brain Tumours Macmillan Cancer Support: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/brain-tumourTeenage Cancer Trust: https://www.teenagecancertrust.org/Mind Charity - Grief: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/bereavement/experiences-of-grief/Child Bereavement UK: https://www.childbereavementuk.org/Make A Wish Foundation UK: https://www.make-a-wish.org.uk/ Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Dr. Veronica Dell’Acqua and Prof. Cihan Gani about incredible careers, the hypothesis testing programme (HTP) and MR-adaptive dose escalated radiotherapy in rectal cancer (MARS). To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) consider the benefits of the MR Linac consortium in progressing MR-adaptive radiotherapy.2) reflect on the challenges people with rectal cancer face with current radiotherapy workflows.3) consider the benefits of organ sparing within the rectal cancer pathway.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:MR-Linac Consortium Website: https://mrlconsortium.orgElekta Focus Article on MR Linac: https://www.elekta.com/focus/first-of-its-kind-program-to-reinforce-mr-guided-radiation-therapy-evidence-base/Evolution of the MOMENTUM Study for Evidence-Based Implementation of MR-Guided Radiotherapy Using the 1.5 Tesla MR-Linac: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)06346-0/fulltextOutcomes of Tolerability, Acute Toxicity and Quality of Life from MR-Guided Radiation Therapy (1.5T MR-Linac) for Liver Metastases in the MOMENTUM Study: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)05415-9/fulltextPatient-Reported Outcomes of Rectal Cancer Patients Treated on a 1.5T MR-Linac within the MOMENTUM Study: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)05720-6/fulltextOptimising the MR-Linac as a standard treatment modality: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/jmrs.712Interim Toxicity Analysis From the Randomized HERMES Trial of 2- and 5-Fraction Magnetic Resonance Imaging–Guided Adaptive Prostate Radiation Therapy: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)07949-X/fulltextDevelopment of prostate bed delineation consensus guidelines for MRI-guided radiotherapy and assessment of its impact on interobserver variability: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)07848-3/fulltextGating and intrafraction drift correction on a 1.5 T MR-Linac: Clinical dosimetric benefits for upper abdominal tumors: Gating and intrafraction drift correction on a 1.5 T MR-Linac: Clinical dosimetric benefits for upper abdominal tumors - Radiotherapy and Oncology(thegreenjournal.com)Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Rob Julian who discusses his career, Oncology Systems Limited and their My QA proactive product. ​​​​Links from podcast:​​Oncology Systems Limited: https://osl.uk.com/​​My QA Proactive: https://osl.uk.com/qa-dosimetry/qa/myqa-physics-management-platform/myqa-proactive/​​​​Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.​​​​Our links:​​Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/radchat ​​Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ ​​Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ ​​LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk ​​Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat ​​Twitter: https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en ​​YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259​​​​Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.​© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Charlotte Buttercase as part of the Education and Workforce Development series (part 45).Discussion about Charlotte’s medical student journey, research interests and things for future medical students to consider. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) reflect on how you advocate for your patient's best interests in your practice? 2) reflect on how we can work together to improve diversity in our healthcare system? 3) consider the current barriers to engagement in clinical research? Both for patients, and healthcare professionals.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Patient and Public Engagement: https://www.hra.nhs.uk/planning-and-improving-research/best-practice/public-involvement/Need for increased diversity in Medicine: https://www.ethnicity-facts-figures.service.gov.uk/workforce-and-business/workforce-diversity/nhs-workforce/latest/British Society of Immunology: https://www.immunology.orgWaite Hydrocephalus Bursary Award: https://srhsb.com/waite-hydrocephalus-research-student-bursary/Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Damien Garland to hear his experience of Prostate Cancer and treatment on the MR Linac at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) reflect on Damien’s experience of prostate cancer.2) reflect on how you can improve patient experience for people undergoing treatment in your department.3) consider ways to improve awareness of mental health issues for men.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust: https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/Prostate Cancer UK Charity: https://prostatecanceruk.org/Mental Health UK Charityhttps://mentalhealth-uk.org/mens-mental-health/Mind Charity - a report on men’s health: https://www.mind.org.uk/about-us/our-policy-work/reports-and-guides/get-it-off-your-chest-a-report-on-men-s-mental-health/MR-Linac Consortium Website: https://mrlconsortium.orgPlease like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Amy Cohen Epstein as part of the Living With and Beyond Cancer Series (part 32).Discussion about Amy’s career, personal and family experiences of cancer along with the Lynne Cohen Foundation To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) Reflect on Amy’s experience of her mother, Lynne’s, experience of cancer.2) Consider how socioeconomic factors can impact on cancer early diagnosis and prevention in USA.3) Consider how you could positively influence your family and friends on cancer prevention and early detection.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Lynne Cohen Foundation: https://lynnecohenfoundation.org/The Series for Education & Awareness in Medicine: https://www.the-seam.com/stories/your-guide-to-preventive-care-screenings-at-every-agePlease like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Dr. John Christodouleas about his career, medical affairs and MR Linac based research. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) reflect on your motivations for working in healthcare.2) consider the differences in private and public healthcare.3) consider ways to improve access to radiotherapy.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:MR-Linac Consortium Website: https://mrlconsortium.orgEvolution of the MOMENTUM Study for Evidence-Based Implementation of MR-Guided Radiotherapy Using the 1.5 Tesla MR-Linac: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)06346-0/fulltextOutcomes of Tolerability, Acute Toxicity and Quality of Life from MR-Guided Radiation Therapy (1.5T MR-Linac) for Liver Metastases in the MOMENTUM Study: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)05415-9/fulltextPatient-Reported Outcomes of Rectal Cancer Patients Treated on a 1.5T MR-Linac within the MOMENTUM Study: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)05720-6/fulltextOptimising the MR-Linac as a standard treatment modality: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/jmrs.712Interim Toxicity Analysis From the Randomized HERMES Trial of 2- and 5-Fraction Magnetic Resonance Imaging–Guided Adaptive Prostate Radiation Therapy: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)07949-X/fulltextDevelopment of prostate bed delineation consensus guidelines for MRI-guided radiotherapy and assessment of its impact on interobserver variability: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)07848-3/fulltextGating and intrafraction drift correction on a 1.5 T MR-Linac: Clinical dosimetric benefits for upper abdominal tumors: Gating and intrafraction drift correction on a 1.5 T MR-Linac: Clinical dosimetric benefits for upper abdominal tumors - Radiotherapy and Oncology(thegreenjournal.com)Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Tatum de Roeck as part of the Living With and Beyond Cancer Series (part 30).Discussion about Tatum’s cancer diagnosis and treatment, benefits of yoga and Shine Cancer Support charity. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) Reflect on Tatum’s experience of cancer and treatment.2) Consider how you could improve Tatum’s experience of treatment.3) Explore and consider the benefits of yoga for people living with and beyond cancer.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Shine Cancer Support: https://shinecancersupport.org/Not your grandma’s cancer show podcast hosted by Tatum: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/not-your-grandma-s-cancer-show/id1603674127Articles on the rise in cancer in the under 50s: https://www.bmj.com/company/newsroom/global-surge-in-cancers-among-the-under-50s-over-past-three-decades/ and https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/sep/05/cancer-cases-in-under-50s-worldwide-up-nearly-80-in-three-decades-study-findsYoga into Cancer Care: A Review of the Evidence-Based Research: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5769195/ Yoga for Symptom Management in Oncology: A Review of the Evidence Base and Future Directions for Research: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6541520/Effects of yoga vs placebo on inflammation among cancer survivors: A nationwide multicenter phase III randomised controlled trial (RCT): https://ascopubs.org/doi/abs/10.1200/JCO.2023.41.16_suppl.12111Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Bethany Williams and Rebekah Lawes about their careers, therapeutic radiographer led working and MR Linac workflow.The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust’s MR Linac was implemented with The Institute of Cancer Research, London (ICR), and funded by a £10-million grant from the Medical Research Council to the ICR and supported by The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: Reflect on potential patient benefits, challenges, and opportunities for improvement. Identify specific cases or scenarios where this technology could enhance treatment precision and outcomes.Consider the enablers and barriers to therapeutic radiographer led workflows.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Evolution of the MOMENTUM Study for Evidence-Based Implementation of MR-Guided Radiotherapy Using the 1.5 Tesla MR-Linac: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)06346-0/fulltextOutcomes of Tolerability, Acute Toxicity and Quality of Life from MR-Guided Radiation Therapy (1.5T MR-Linac) for Liver Metastases in the MOMENTUM Study: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)05415-9/fulltextPatient-Reported Outcomes of Rectal Cancer Patients Treated on a 1.5T MR-Linac within the MOMENTUM Study: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)05720-6/fulltextOptimising the MR-Linac as a standard treatment modality: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/jmrs.712Interim Toxicity Analysis From the Randomized HERMES Trial of 2- and 5-Fraction Magnetic Resonance Imaging–Guided Adaptive Prostate Radiation Therapy: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)07949-X/fulltextDevelopment of prostate bed delineation consensus guidelines for MRI-guided radiotherapy and assessment of its impact on interobserver variability: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)07848-3/fulltextGating and intrafraction drift correction on a 1.5 T MR-Linac: Clinical dosimetric benefits for upper abdominal tumors: Gating and intrafraction drift correction on a 1.5 T MR-Linac: Clinical dosimetric benefits for upper abdominal tumors - Radiotherapy and Oncology(thegreenjournal.com)Therapeutic Radiographers at the Helm: Moving Towards Radiographer-Led MR-Guided Radiotherapy https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1078817422001109#:~:text=TRs%20are%20pivotal%20in%20image,are%20indispensable%20for%20the%20MRIgRTThe Society and College of Radiographers (SCoR) publishes this guidance document for the therapeutic radiography profession and education providers with an overview of the educational and professional requirements for the profession to support safe, effective use of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in radiotherapy for the purposes of simulation (MRSim) or on-board radiotherapy guidance (MR-RT). https://www.sor.org/getmedia/3be2a7d1-2d57-4d6b-b4ef-60368a3b7eae/mri_guided_radiotherapy-1.pdf_2Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Heather Williams MBE as part of the Education and Workforce Development series (part 44).Discussion about Heather’s career, the role of a physicist, and the importance of women and non-binary people in science. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) Reflect on how you first found out about your profession and career routes.2) Consider how you can help improve access for women and non-binary people within your profession.3) Look at the Science Grrl website: https://sciencegrrl.co.uk/.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Wikipedia Heather Williams(physicist) - WikipediaScienceGrrl’s website Home - ScienceGrrlDiscovery of the positron, including THAT photo: Positron - WikipediaNational PET Imaging Platform (using total body PETCT): National PET Imaging Platform | NPIPIntroduction to total body PETCT and the physicists who designed it (also suitable for use in schools): How does physics allow us to look inside the body? - Futurum(futurumcareers.com)Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM): https://www.ipem.ac.uk/STEM ambassadors: https://www.stem.org.uk/stem-ambassadors Society of Radiographers Careers, Promotion and Outreach Group: https://www.sor.org/about/get-involved/special-interest-groups/careers-promotion-and-outreach-groupSociety of Radiographers Promoting the Profession Resources: https://www.sor.org/about/about-radiography/promotional-resourcesIf anyone knows someone they think deserves an MBE, here are details of how you nominate them Nominate someone for an honour or award: Overview - GOV.UK(www.gov.uk)Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Dr. Alison Tree’s about her career, prostate cancer treatment and the future of MR Linac research. ​​ ​​To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: ​​1. Read the associated documents and research.2. ​​Reflect on your current practice and consider how the MOMENTUM study findings align with, or challenge your existing approaches to prostate cancer management. ​​ ​​​​Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.​​​​Links from podcast:​​The Society and College of Radiographers (SCoR) publishes this guidance document for the therapeutic radiography profession and education providers with an overview of the educational and professional requirements for the profession to support safe, effective use of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in radiotherapy for the purposes of simulation (MRSim) or on-board radiotherapy guidance (MR-RT): https://www.sor.org/getmedia/3be2a7d1-2d57-4d6b-b4ef-60368a3b7eae/mri_guided_radiotherapy-1.pdf_2.Daily adaptive radiotherapy for patients with prostate cancer using a high field MR-linac: Initial clinical experiences and assessment of delivered doses compared to a C-arm linac: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7210377/.5-Year Outcomes from PACE B: An International Phase III Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT) vs. Conventionally Fractionated or Moderately Hypo Fractionated External Beam Radiotherapy for Localized Prostate Cancer:https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)07822-7/fulltext.The MOMENTUM Study: An International Registry for the Evidence-Based Introduction of MR-Guided Adaptive Therapy: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7505056/. ​​Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.​​​​Our links:​​Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/radchat ​​Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ ​​Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ ​​LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk ​​Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat ​​Twitter: https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en ​​YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning** Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with James Barber as part of the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Series (part 9).Discussion about James’ career, importance of inclusion and the Society of Radiographers Equality Diversity & Inclusion Group, Equalise. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) Consider how interactions with patients can differ at pre-treatment as a patients first visit to the radiotherapy department compared to treatment appointments.2) Reflect on a time you have interacted with a non cis-gender or heterosexual patient and consider how you tailored this interaction more to meet the patients specific needs, and how you could have tailored this more.3) Look around in your department and at the resources you provide to your patients and reflect on how these could be made to be more inclusive and welcoming to a broader ranger of patients.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Signing up to Equalise (all groups) - Equalise Application Form | SoR (Available to SoR members only).Signing up to LGBTQI+ Equalise Group – email [email protected] (Available to SoR members only).Signing up to Radiotherapy Pre-Treatment Special Interest Group – email [email protected] SIG meeting – to run 2024 (date TBC) – updates and sign up will be circulated via the Radiotherapy Pre-Treatment Special Interest Group Synapse Page Society of Radiographers. Equalise: https://www.sor.org/students/support-advice#:~:text=Equalise%20is%20our%20Equality%20and,sexual%20orientation%2C%20disability%20and%20belief.Society of Radiographers equality news: https://www.sor.org/news/equalities.Royal College of Radiologists National Radiotherapy Consent Forms: https://www.rcr.ac.uk/our-services/management-service-delivery/national-radiotherapy-consent-forms/.LGBTQI+ Resources:OUTpatients - LGBTIQ+ Cancer CharityStonewallInclusive pregnancy status guidelines for ionising radiation: Diagnostic and therapeutic exposures | SoRNHS England » LGBT healthLGBTQ+ people and cancer treatment | Macmillan Cancer SupportLGBTQ+ people and cancer | Macmillan Cancer SupportProstate cancer is not just a man's concern - the use of PSA screening in transgender women - PubMed(nih.gov)Gender-Affirming Surgery and Cancer: Considerations for Radiation Oncologists for Pelvic Radiation in Transfeminine Patients - International Journal of Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics(redjournal.org)Prostate cancer tests and treatment: A guide for gay and bisexual men | Prostate Cancer UKDeveloping UK Guidance on How Long Men Should Abstain from Receiving Anal Sex before, During and after Interventions for Prostate Cancer - PubMed(nih.gov)Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259 Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Cameron Baillie to discuss his career to date, MR Linac series and the MR Linac Consortium. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) Reflect upon your practice, how you can you learn about MR guided radiotherapy solutions2) Reflect upon the impact that MR guidance can have on the radiotherapy treatments and the benefit this will bring to patients.3) Reflect upon the role of radiographers in the future of MR Guided radiotherapy treatments.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:MR-Linac Consortium Website: https://mrlconsortium.orgEvolution of the MOMENTUM Study for Evidence-Based Implementation of MR-Guided Radiotherapy Using the 1.5 Tesla MR-Linac: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)06346-0/fulltextOutcomes of Tolerability, Acute Toxicity and Quality of Life from MR-Guided Radiation Therapy (1.5T MR-Linac) for Liver Metastases in the MOMENTUM Study: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)05415-9/fulltextPatient-Reported Outcomes of Rectal Cancer Patients Treated on a 1.5T MR-Linac within the MOMENTUM Study: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)05720-6/fulltextOptimising the MR-Linac as a standard treatment modality: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/jmrs.712Interim Toxicity Analysis From the Randomized HERMES Trial of 2- and 5-Fraction Magnetic Resonance Imaging–Guided Adaptive Prostate Radiation Therapy: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)07949-X/fulltextDevelopment of prostate bed delineation consensus guidelines for MRI-guided radiotherapy and assessment of its impact on interobserver variability: https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(23)07848-3/fulltextGating and intrafraction drift correction on a 1.5 T MR-Linac: Clinical dosimetric benefits for upper abdominal tumors: Gating and intrafraction drift correction on a 1.5 T MR-Linac: Clinical dosimetric benefits for upper abdominal tumors - Radiotherapy and Oncology(thegreenjournal.com)Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Barbara Wilson as part of the Living With and Beyond Cancer Series (part 30).Discussion about Barbara’s cancer treatment, how to manage your finances during cancer treatment and how to signpost. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) Reflect how you might approach a conversation with someone living with and beyond cancer who is considered about managing their finances. 2) Consider how you could support someone living with and beyond cancer to work through their cancer treatment.3) Consider how you can signpost within your department.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Working With Cancer Social Enterprise: https://workingwithcancer.co.uk/.Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning** Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Isla Veal as part of the Education and Workforce Development series (part 43).Discussion about Isla’s career, current projects and the benefits of exercise for people living with and beyond cancer. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) Reflect on how you approach a conversation on exercise during treatment to someone living with and beyond cancer. 2) Consider the benefits of exercise for prehabilitation and rehabilitation.3) Read the South East London Cancer Alliance Top Tips on Physical Activity & Cancer: https://www.selca.nhs.uk/professionals/latest-guidance-and-resources/physical-activity Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Guys and St. Thomas’ Hospital: www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk South East London Cancer Alliance Top Tips on Physical Activity & Cancer: https://www.selca.nhs.uk/professionals/latest-guidance-and-resources/physical-activity Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Cancer: https://www.csp.org.uk/conditions/cancerTrekstock Cancer Charity exercise and cancer: https://www.trekstock.com/exercise-cancer Move charity: https://movecharity.org/ 5K Your Way: https://movecharity.org/5k-your-way-1Couch to fitness: https://couchtofitness.com/ Couch to 5K: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/running-and-aerobic-exercises/get-running-with-couch-to-5k/ Publications:Veal I, Peat N, Jones GD, Tsianakas V, Armes J. Missed opportunities for physical activity management at key points throughout the chemotherapy pathway for colorectal survivors: an observational interview study. Support Care Cancer. 2019 Apr;27(4):1215-1222. doi: 10.1007/s00520-018-4472-y. Epub 2018 Oct 11. PMID: 30310988.PATEL, ALPA V.; FRIEDENREICH, CHRISTINE M.; MOORE, STEVEN C.; HAYES, SANDRA C.; SILVER, JULIE K.; CAMPBELL, KRISTIN L.; WINTERS-STONE, KERRI; GERBER, LYNN H.; GEORGE, STEPHANIE M.; FULTON, JANET E.; DENLINGER, CRYSTAL; MORRIS, G. STEPHEN; HUE, TRISHA; SCHMITZ, KATHRYN H.; MATTHEWS, CHARLES E.. American College of Sports Medicine Roundtable Report on Physical Activity, Sedentary Behavior, and Cancer Prevention and Control. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise 51(11):p 2391-2402, November 2019. | DOI: 10.1249/MSS.0000000000002117Boyle H, Fullbrook A, Wills A, Veal I, Peat N, Al-Noor Z, Bradshaw R, Raga A, Hegarty A, Hainsworth A, Ilyas M, Banugo P, Bidd H; Guy's and St Thomas’ Hospital Prehabilitation team. “Multimodal prehabilitation service for patients with colorectal cancer: the challenges of implementation”. BMJ Open Qual. (2023) May;12(2):e002064. doi: 10.1136/bmjoq-2022-002064. PMID: 37220992.Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning** Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Rhianna Rout-Lysandrou as part of the Education and Workforce Development series (part 42).Discussion about Rhi’s career and role as an oncology dietitian. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) reflect on the challenges people living with and beyond cancer face during cancer treatments.2) consider the information you give to people living with and beyond cancer around diet and nutrition.3) consider how you can signpost people to evidence based information.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:British Dietetics Association Food Facts sheet: https://www.bda.uk.com/food-health/food-facts.html British Dietetics Association Specialist Oncology Group: https://www.bda.uk.com/specialist-groups-and-branches/oncology-specialist-group.htmlWorld Cancer Research Fund: https://www.wcrf-uk.org/ Trekstock Cancer Charity nutrition and cancer: https://www.trekstock.com/nutrition-and-cancer Macmillan Cancer Support building-up diet: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/impacts-of-cancer/building-up-dietPlease like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up to reflect on the last year!Discussion about 2 years of Rad Chat, highlights, reflections and what to look out for in 2024.Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.

**Trigger Warning**Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara catch up with Sophie and Becca.Discussion about Sophie’s cancer diagnosis and late effects, and with Becca about her reseach. To use this podcast as CPD, look at these reflection points: 1) read about the symptoms of Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/non-hodgkin-lymphoma/symptoms2) reflect on the terminology you use with younger people having cancer treatment.3) consider how to holistically support a young person to live with and beyond cancer.4) reflect on how to support a young person to transition from finishing treatment to going back to their daily life.5) complete the evaluation: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd2bJk5aVUFPXp7wgcZJY5jxF6voInOH2VGomUtgDLzxoJQIQ/viewform.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: https://bit.ly/3GbtR1X.Links from podcast:Beacon Bursary: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/culture/projects/beacon-bursariesCancer Research UK Rad Net: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/funding-for-researchers/our-research-infrastructure/radnet-our-radiation-research-networkTrekstock Charity: https://www.trekstock.comTeenage Cancer Trust cancer support for patients: https://www.teenagecancertrust.org/information-about-cancer/cancer-support-parentsMacmillan Cancer Support looking after someone with cancer: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/supporting-someone/looking-after-someone-with-cancerSociety of Radiographers Late Effects Special Interest Group: https://www.sor.org/about/get-involved/special-interest-groups/radiotherapy-late-effect-sigRadiation Reveal: https://crukradnet.colcc.ac.uk/2022/04/06/radiation-reveal/ Enhancing Radiosensitivity by Modulating Angiocrine Signalling within the Tumour Microenvironment authored by Rebecca Drake: https://www.crick.ac.uk/sites/default/files/2021-02/Rebecca%20Drake%20poster%2016_02_21.pdf Hear about Rebecca's PhD project this World Cancer Day 2021 at Barts Cancer Institute (video): https://m.facebook.com/bartscancerinstitute/videos/hear-about-rebeccas-phd-project-this-world-cancer-day/1364346377232883/Please like and subscribe to Rad Chat on your podcast library.Our links:Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/radchat Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RadChatPodcast/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rad__chat/ LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/radtalk Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@rad_chat Twitter:https://twitter.com/rad__chat?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radchat2259© Rad Chat 2025. All rights reserved. We (or our licensors) own all intellectual property rights in this podcast and all related content, online and offline. You may not use, copy, modify, download, archive, reproduce, distribute, display, publish, licence, create derivative works from or commercially exploit any part of our content unless we expressly agree in writing. You must not use any images, audio, video, graphics or clips separately from their accompanying context. Please acknowledge Rad Chat (and any identified contributors) clearly whenever referencing or sharing our content.