Ever think about publishing a research paper only to get bogged down in questions like: 'How can I publish?', 'Would people be interested?', and even, 'How much does it all cost?'

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RadPod is the official podcast of the Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy.

There is a way for aspiring researchers to intertwine with international colleagues through The Dorothy Lorimer Bursary.

LIVE from #ASMIRT2026, Steve joins past-ASMIRT President Carolyn Heyes to discuss Dr. Laura Di Michele's amazing experience in bringing back overseas research from Optimax; and unpack how radiographers can get packed, and return home with more than just a gift-shop souvenir.

The music in this episode is by butterflystudio.

RadPod is the official podcast of the Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy.

Hospitals are lively, active spaces, so how does an Autistic and or ADHD person navigate such a sensory-intense space – as a patient, or practitioner?

This episode, join Steve and Diagnostic Radiographer and Researcher from the UK, Ben Potts, to discuss his experience on both sides of the scan as an openly Autistic radiographer.

Sometimes a simple conversation can create a powerful patient / practitioner partnership. Join Steve and guest Charlotte Beardmore from the Society and College of Radiographers (SCoR) in the UK, as they explore what it means to embed patient perspectives into decision-making, why it matters for clinical practice, and how we can all make long-lasting impact from short conversations.

Please be advised, the following episode contains medical terminology that some listeners may find discomforting.

With a long history in Radiation Therapy (RT), Brachytherapy is known for its precision in targeting small tissue cancers, its quick recovery time and minimally invasive nature.

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How well do you know your entitlements as a Medical Radiation Professional? If you’re employed in the public sector, do you know what’s in your Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (EBA), and where you can find it? In this episode of RadPod, Steve sits down with Marnie Leighton – a passionate advocate for EBA education - from the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service in Queensland, to highlight important information around EBA’s everyone should know.

In the revised MRPBA Professional Capabilities, which come into effect on March 30, 2026 there are changes to what Medical Radiation Practitioners must be able to do to practise safely and professionally. In this episode we chat with Cara Miller, Chair of the Medical Radiation Practitioners Board of Australia. Cara takes us through the changes to the professional capabilities and answers all your burning questions.  

The updated professional capability documents can be found here: Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia - Professional capabilities for medical radiation practitioners

How confident are you when a patient starts to deteriorate? Recognising and responding to patient deterioration is a crucial skill for every Medical Radiation Practitioner. In this RadPod episode, we chat with paramedic Scott Cooper, the creator of an online learning package designed to help practitioners identify and manage patient deterioration.

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What happens when radiography leaves the hospital and hits the road? In this episode, we talk to Fran Langenberg, the CT Lead for Melbourne’s Mobile Stroke Units. These ambulances are equipped with a CT scanner and a radiographer on board, allowing on the spot stroke imaging and treatment. Hear about the rewards, challenges, and professional opportunities that come with imaging in a mobile environment.

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Dark rooms, dip tanks and film changers. Past ASMIRT president and retired radiographer, Bruce Harvey, takes us on a trip down memory lane and amazes graduate radiographer Tate Brazil as he recalls the evolution of radiography from the 1970s. Bruce and Tate share their perspectives on the profession and their vision for the future of radiography.

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