The Thought Broadcast
RANZCP Australasian Psychiatry
The Thought Broadcast primarily aims to demystify the Scholarly Project and humanise research by sharing the trainee experience. We will focus on some of the stories behind successful projects, including how the authors came up with ideas and transformed these into published research. Additionally, to complement the podcast series and better support trainees, we will hear from consultant psychiatrists who are experienced in publishing and research, and in supervising and examining the Scholarly Project.
As The Thought Broadcast develops, we hope to expand the podcast to discuss a wide range of research-related content with other trainees and early career psychiatrists. We hope that The Thought Broadcast can be an interactive experience with trainees from across Australia and New Zealand getting involved, and shaping the podcast in the direction that will benefit them the most.
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An Interview with Nick O’Connor: “Examining the Examiner”
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12/14/21 • 60 min
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Following a series of podcasts exploring trainees’ experiences of the Scholarly Project assessment task, the latest episode of The Thought Broadcast shifts focus to the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE). In response to the imbroglio arising from the failed delivery of the November 2021 audiovisual OSCE, we speak to Dr Nick O’Connor – RANZCP board member, and Chair of the Education Committee.
Dr O’Connor provides candid responses to questions relating to how and why the AVOSCE was abandoned, as well as updating listeners on alternative assessment pathways for affected candidates.
Dr O’Connor also addressed broader issues around bottlenecks in trainee progression to Fellowship and how the recently commissioned Australian Council for Education Research report may shape the future of RANZCP assessments.
Dr O’Connor is interviewed by Trainee Editor Oliver Robertson, Associate Trainee Editors Bryan Bui and Michael Weightman, and Deputy Editor Andrew Amos.
(Note: this interview was recorded on 10th December 2021, prior to the Australian Medical Council’s response to the RANZCP’s alternative assessment proposals).
Resources: https://doi.org/10.1177/1039856220984034
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This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics. The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement. By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.
An Interview with Zoe Kristensen and Theo McTigue: “A Case for Lived Experience”
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02/16/23 • 17 min
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The second instalment from Dr Zoe Kristensen and Dr Theo McTigue shifts focus from training to treatment of trans and non-binary people. Treatment being discussed in the broadest sense of the word. With the authority of lived experience, Zoe and Theo offer a critique of psychiatry’s historical mistreatment of gender diversity, placing this in the sociocultural context of the day. They also summarise approaches to the treatment of mental illness within this vulnerable population across the globe. This conversation highlights the necessity of including their voices in creating a safer future. Zoe and Theo were interviewed by Associate Trainee Editor Michael Weightman and Trainee Editor Oliver Robertson at Congress 2022, Sydney.
There is now a support group for gender diverse trainees and fellows in RANZCP. They can be contacted via email on [email protected].
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Logo: Sidonie Prentice
Disclaimer:
This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics. The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement. By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.
An Interview with Malcolm Forbes: "Systematic Reviews for Scholarly Success"
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09/14/21 • 29 min
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In this episode, guest Dr Malcolm Forbes tells the story of his scholarly project on neuroimaging in first episode psychosis (1, 2) and provides a how to guide on the systematic review process (3). With its origins in his former life as a general medical registrar, Malcolm’s project challenged conventional wisdom and shows trainees that their work can have global significance. Malcolm is joined by a full complement of Associate Trainee Editors in Michael Weightman and Bryan Bui, along with Trainee Editor Oliver Robertson and Deputy Editor Andrew Amos.
1. Forbes M, Stefler D, Velakoulis D, et al. The clinical utility of structural neuroimaging in first-episode psychosis: a systematic review. Aust N Z J Psychiatry 2019; 53(11):1093–1104. DOI: 10.1177/0004867419848035
2. Forbes M, Somasundaram A, et al. When should we image our patients? Appropriate use of imaging in inpatient psychiatry. Australasian Psychiatry 202; 29(3):286-288. DOI: 10.1177/1039856220934313
3. Kisely S, Siskind D. Undertaking a systematic review and meta-analysis for a scholarly project: an updated practical guide Australasian Psychiatry 2020; 28(1):106-111. DOI: 10.1177/1039856219875063
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Disclaimer:
This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics. The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement. By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.
An Interview with Jeremy Couper (Part 2): “Granny Flats, Boats and a Block of Flats”
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08/08/21 • 19 min
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This episode is a continuation of episode two Start Early, the interview with chair of the Scholarly Project Subcommittee Assoc. Professor Jeremy Couper. In this extended discussion, Jeremy covers the exemption pathway in greater depth. Then, along with panel member Andrew Amos, Jeremy offers guidance around the publication cycle and identifies ways that supervisors and trainees can troubleshoot faltering projects. The conversation moves to ideas on how trainees can support one another in the completion of the scholarly project and finishes with the story of Jeremy’s first research project. He explains that his mixed qualitative/quantitative study was the beginning of his doctorate, or, as Jeremy puts it, the first apartment in his block of flats.
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Disclaimer:
This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics. The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement. By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.
An Interview with Zoe Kristensen and Theo McTigue: “(In)Visible Me”
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09/14/22 • 22 min
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Dr Zoe Kristensen and Dr Theo McTigue are pioneers. As trans and non-binary people respectively, they are living, working, and training openly in psychiatry. In years gone by, and indeed even now, there are risks associated with this visibility. Zoe and Theo explore these in depth; being pathologized, excluded, and othered. They also speak to signals of change and of allies in unexpected places. This conversation should encourage trainees and fellows of any gender to ask, if they don’t know of any trans or non-binary trainees, why is that? Zoe and Theo were interviewed by Associate Trainee Editor Michael Weightman and Trainee Editor Oliver Robertson at Congress 2022, Sydney.
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Logo: Sidonie Prentice
Disclaimer:
This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics. The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement. By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.
Introducing New Voices Dr Ashna Basu and Dr Ed Miller: “Thought Insertions”
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04/20/23 • 16 min
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In this episode, we welcome and introduce Australasian Psychiatry’s two new Associate Trainee Editors for 2023 - Dr Ashna Basu and Dr Ed Miller. Ashna is a stage two trainee working in Sydney. Ed is a stage two trainee originally from Adelaide but now living in Auckland. Ashna and Ed discuss their backgrounds, what the interview and appointment process to the position was like, and how they look forward to contributing to both the podcast and the Australasian Psychiatry journal across 2023. Ashna and Ed are interviewed by Trainee Editor Oliver Robertson, Editorial Committee Member Michael Weightman and Deputy Editor Andrew Amos.
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Logo: Sidonie Prentice
Disclaimer:
This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics. The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement. By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.
Truth telling and voices of justice - personal reflections by Dr Mark Lawrence
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02/23/24 • 37 min
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In this episode, Australasian Psychiatry's Trainee Editor Dr Ed Miller of the Thought Broadcast interviews Dr Mark Lawrence who shares his personal experiences of racism and challenges growing up as a Māori in New Zealand. He discusses the impact of colonization on indigenous communities and the need for open conversations about racism. Mark also highlights the importance of addressing racism within the medical profession and the need for cultural sensitivity and understanding in psychiatric practice. He encourages everyone to be part of the solution and improve the system for all. Overall, Mark's story emphasizes the power of resilience, identity, and the importance of being present in the journey towards equity and justice.
Please note that this episode was recorded prior to the 2023 Australian Indigenous Voice referendum vote, and discussions do not take into account the results from this vote.
Mark (Nō Te Rarawa, Te Aupōuri, me NgāPuhi) has tribal connections to Taitokerau (Northland) is a general adult psychiatrist working in public health services in the Bay of Plenty, Tauranga, New Zealand. He is a recipient of the Henry Rongomau Bennett Memorial Scholarship and proudly received the PirikaTaonga in 2022, Ōwhata Marae (Rotorua) acknowledging our founding kaumātua, Mr Arama Pirika. Mark holds academic positions with the University of Auckland and Otago schools of medicine. He has teaching and research interests within Māori mental health. He is currently a director on the RANZCP board and senior medical specialist Union (ASMS)
Definitions:
Whakapapa - lineage or heritage to a region or lands and the most important for Māori connection to their tribes (iwi), subtribe (hapū) and whānau (family). Literally means the layers of generations.
Pirika Taonga - is a college award named after New Zealand first college Elder (Kaumātua) Arama Pirika - literally the Pirika Treasure
Tangata whenua - people of the land, meaning locals/tribes/sub tribes. As opposed to tangata tiriti - people who come after the tiriti (treaty) was signed 1840 - effectively Pākehā or Tauiwi (foreigners and their descendants).
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Disclaimer:
This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics. The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement. By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.
Success in the Psychotherapy Written Case Submission: An Interview with Korinne Northwood and Stephen Parker - Part 1
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12/01/24 • 24 min
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This episode of The Thought Broadcast returns to the Psychotherapy Written Case (PWC), a centrally administered assessment task that can be daunting for trainees. The panel speaks to two of the authors of a useful guide for trainees on how to approach the written case report component of the PWC.1 This two-part episode unpacks and expands on the information contained in the article and its supplementary materials, offering additional insights to assist trainees in preparing for this important assessment. Dr Korinne Northwood and Associate Professor Stephen Parker were interviewed on 11th October 2024 by Drs Michael Taran, Fiona Wilkes, and Michael Weightman.
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Disclaimer:
This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics. The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement. By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.
Things I wish I'd known earlier in psychiatry training Part 2
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02/28/25 • 19 min
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In this two part episode, RANZCP Appointed Trainee Board Director Ava Carter and Australasian Psychiatry Trainee Associate Editors Ahnoor Benipal and Fiona Wilkes discuss things they wish they’d known earlier in psychiatry training, and other useful information for new trainees. This was recorded in late 2024 when Ava, Ahnoor and Fiona were reaching the end of their advanced training in consultation liaison psychiatry (Ava) and psychiatry of old age (Ahnoor and Fiona). They discuss training program basics, specifics of the various stages, and advice for exams and other assessment. Part 2 discusses the later stages of training and tackling assessments. It does not discuss EPAs, as these will be covered in a later podcast.
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Disclaimer:
This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics. The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement. By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.
Psychiatry Training amidst the New South Wales Workforce Crisis: A Panel Discussion at Congress 2025
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05/31/25 • 30 min
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This episode of The Thought Broadcast grapples with the ongoing public psychiatry workforce crisis in New South Wales. The discussion covers the roots of the dispute, its current status, and the widespread implications for both patients and doctors. There is particular focus on the impact on those trainees trying to work and learn within this system, including challenges surrounding adequate supervision, increased workloads, and struggling health systems. The episode emphasises the importance for trainees to seek support and concludes with reflections on the necessary steps toward a positive and sustainable resolution, emphasising the urgent need for systemic change. A panel consisting of Dr Pramudie Gunaratne (RANZCP NSW Branch Chair), Dr Kathryn Drew (NSW Branch Training Committee Chair) and Dr Nicole Nahm (NSW trainee) spoke to members of The Thought Broadcast team, Drs Andrew Amos, Yoon Kwon Choi, and Michael Weightman, on 6th May 2025 at the RANZCP Congress.
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Logo: Sidonie Prentice
Disclaimer:
This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics. The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement. By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.
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How many episodes does The Thought Broadcast have?
The Thought Broadcast currently has 34 episodes available.
What topics does The Thought Broadcast cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Podcasts and Psychiatry.
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The episode title 'An Interview with Skye Kinder: “No Taxation without Representation”' is the most popular.
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The average episode length on The Thought Broadcast is 28 minutes.
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Episodes of The Thought Broadcast are typically released every 31 days.
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The first episode of The Thought Broadcast was released on Jun 8, 2021.
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