That Bright Idea

By Rhiannon Collins & Ellie Wood

This tea-break sized pod is all about innovation that is changing the world. Previously, "Lightbulb Moments". Email us: [email protected]... more

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The podcast currently has 32 episodes available.

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December 16, 2020#4 Have yourself a MERRI little Knickermas
A sustainable Christmas, Nuw, MERRI and Rhiannon's middle sister.... Lowri Collins.
Having studied Nature, Society and Environmental Governance at the University of Oxford as her Masters, Lowri knows her stuff when it comes to this area.
This podcast is all about innovation and this week Lowri & Rhiannon discuss the HOT topics in the world of CLOTHING, with an interview NOT TO BE MISSED with Ella Merriman, founder of Merri!
What is in store:
30-second challenge: top tips for a sustainable Christmas

Nuw - a sustainable clothes sharing app where you pay for a monthly membership and can Borrow, Lend & Swap clothes, this social network clothes exchange is the future of sustainable fashion - making fashion unlimited, sustainable and affordable.

MERRI - the knicker business that is changing the world of pants. Founder Ella was dissatisfied with having to choose between comfort and nice design when it came to knickers, so sought to create a product that has both - knickers that are beautiful and actually designed for our bodies!

An inspirational quote from Lowri's homemade quote book
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
Nuw founded by Aisling Byrne who wanted to create a product that would make a positive difference, it came about from her love of fashion but an awareness that the industry has devastating social and environmental impacts

MERRI - sign up to the waiting list to be the first to hear about the Feb 2021 crowdfunding launch
For the inside scoop, and latest updates we'd love you to give us a follow @thatbrightideapod
---> Music Intro: Canals by Joakim Karud
Clip 1: Bad Sharon by Robbie Williams and Tyson Fury
Clip 2: All I Want for Christmas is You by Mariah Carey
Clip 3: Carol of the Bells by The Spirit of Orchestral
Lightbulb Moments release a new episode every 2 weeks, see you soon!
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29min
December 02, 2020#3 Everything You Need to Know about Crowdfunding
Crowdfunding, Monetising Hobbies and Hannah Forbes - in this episode Rhiannon is joined by her good friend Hannah Forbes @thefundingcrowd
This episode basically underpins everything we talk about on the Lightbulb Moments podcast so THIS IS VERY EXCITING!
Hannah has many strings to her bow, firstly she is the Founder of The Funding Crowd, a business consultancy supporting early-stage startups to raise funding - raising over $4 million in 2020 alone.
She is a PhD Student in the School of Engineering at Liverpool University, conducting research into how to innovate with the crowd. AND if that wasn't enough, she is also a researcher in Alternative Finance at The University of Cambridge. HOLY MOTHER OF PEARL!
This podcast is all about innovation and this week Hannah & Rhiannon discuss the HOT topics in the world of crowdfunding!
What is in store:
What is crowdfunding

True or False round! Some surprising success stories from crowdfunding

The campaigns you NEED to know about that are raising funds RIGHT NOW

Hannah shares her expertise on how to kick start your own project and monetise on your hobbies
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
True or False round Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Potato Salad, Coolest Cooler

Battle of the Best &SISTERS, Ripple, Brockwell Lido & Big Data Girl

How to monetise your career @thefundingcrowd
For the inside scoop, and latest updates we'd love you to give us a follow @thatbrightideapod
---> Music
Intro: Canals by Joakim Karud
Clip 1: Sweet Like Chocolate by Shanks & Bigfoot
Clip 2: Yesterday by Loyle Carner
Lightbulb Moments release a new episode every 2 weeks, see you soon!
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28min
November 18, 2020 #2 The Future of Plastic
Its been 2 weeks already?!

It's Ep 2 of Series 2 and Rhiannon is joined by her good friend Ellie Wood (@ecoellie1).

Ellie is currently writing a PhD all about ALGAE - specifically, optimising strain selection and developing a biorefinery for industrially relevant microalgae at the Scottish Association for Marine Science - WOWOWOW.

This podcast is all about innovation and this week Rhiannon & Ellie highlight cutting edge innovation around PLASTIC!

They talk about a future where we will be able to recycle plastic thanks to 'Recycling Technologies', they also hear from plastic expert and researcher in the field Nicole Allison, plus Ellie share's 3 easy ways for us all to reduce our plastic use.
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
1. Recycling Technologies who have created the RT7000 which transforms plastic waste back into oil for plastic production
2. What is the circular economy?
3. Nicoles paper is not yet out (the content in this ep is hot off the press!), but she recommended some great resources like Ospar and Plastics Europe to find out more
3. Follow EcoEllie @ecoellie1
For the inside scoop, and latest updates we'd love you to give us a follow @thatbrightideapod
---> Music
Intro: Canals by Joakim Karud
Clip 1: Feeling Good by Nina Simone
Clip 2: Good as Hell by Lizzo
Lightbulb Moments release new episodes every 2 weeks, see you soon!
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28min
November 04, 2020 #1 Kicking off with Rhi's Sister Ffion
We started off as Lightbulb Moments and now we are That Bright Idea, some references may be old and the full series of Lightbulb Moments can easily be found if you search the name!

It all starts here! Rhiannon kicks off the series hosting with her sister... Ffion Collins, who is currently studying at Exeter Uni. Ffion shares some insight around her experience of being at University during the pandemic, plus some very unique ways to combat procrastination.
Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?
1. AmazingIf, who are all about sharing ways to allow you to take control of your career development, they also have great resources on productive ways of working, getting the best out of others and much much more! www.amazingif.com
2. SolidariTee, which is the largest student-led charity fighting for change in the refugee crisis. https://www.solidaritee.org.uk/
For the inside scoop, and latest updates we'd love you to give us a follow @thatbrightideapod
---> Music
Intro: Canals by Joakim Karud
Clip 1: Harder Than You Think by Public Enemy

Stay tuned!
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25min
October 27, 2020 Trailer: Sneak Preview of Series 2...
Lightbulb Moments is back! Don't be late to the party when it comes to new ideas & innovation - be an early adopter of game-changing ideas and stay ahead of the game by listening to this podcast.

In Series 1, we discussed some INCREDIBLE ideas from transparent face masks, to seaweed saving the world, what3words, and being a member of a board and MUCH much more.

In Series 2, we are bringing you more cutting-edge engineering, innovative and practical ways to live a more sustainable lifestyle, and ways to kick start or pivot in your career.

Thinking outside the box is always important, but now more than ever do we need fresh perspectives and positivity.

Ciao for now, see you very soon in the next series which is out on Wednesday 4th November (YAY)
Rhiannon xxx

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3min
October 06, 2020 OLD FORMAT #5 On the Pulse: Data Bias, 54gene, Troglo and Skincare
Get ready to zone in on some positive innovation... Join us for an episode all around the theme of innovation in the health space, from sexual health, to skincare, to data bias and gaps in genomic research - we've got it all!
In this episode, we delve into a range of topics - all inspired by innovative thinkers.

We'd love you to follow us on Instagram at @lightbulb.moments.pod or follow this link: https://bit.ly/343pi7t

If you’d like to find out more about any of the amazing ideas featured in today's episode, take a look at the links below!
1. Insights in the Spotlight: https://troglo.io/
2. Postcards from the Pandemic: https://www.instagram.com/msceebee/?hl=en
3. Innovation & Creation: https://www.54gene.com/
4. Note to Self: Two book recommendations!
Book 1 - Invisible Women: Exposing Data Bias in a World Designed for Men by Caroline Criado-Perez
Book 2 - Inferior: How Science Got Women Wrong by Angela Saini
5. Outro Note: George The Poet https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aR_CMTneqtA&ab_channel=Skoll.org
---> Music
Intro: Canals by Joakim Karud
Clip 1: My Queen Is Albertina Sisulu, Sons of Kemet
Clip 2: Summer Holiday, Cliff Richard
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26min
September 30, 2020 OLD FORMAT #4 Extended Episode: Women on Boards, My Emissions and Unconcious Bias
Grab a cuppa and put your feet up ... Join Alice & Rhiannon for a special extended episode of Lightbulb Moments Podcast.
In this episode, they delve into a range of topics - all inspired by innovative thinkers.
https://www.womenonboards.net/en-gb/home
https://www.magway.com/
https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/takeatest.html
Music: Canals by Joakim Karud
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35min
September 26, 2020 OLD FORMAT #3 Re-routing Our Approach: Giki, IFTTT, What3Words and UniPear
Join Alice and Rhiannon as they celebrate the future role of innovation - in a tea-break sized podcast.
In this episode, they discuss some real change-makers who think outside the box.
https://giki.earth/
https://ifttt.com/
https://what3words.com/products/what3words-app/
http://unipear.co.uk/
Music: Canals by Joakim Karud
Remember to share and subscribe! Stay in the loop by following us on Instagram @lightbulb.moments.pod (link here: https://bit.ly/343pi7t)
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20min
September 25, 2020 Re-routing our approach: Giki, IFFT, What3Words and UniPear
Join Alice and Rhiannon as they celebrate the future role of innovation - in a tea-break sized podcast.
In this episode, they discuss some real change-makers who think outside the box.
https://giki.earth/
https://ifttt.com/
https://what3words.com/products/what3words-app/
http://unipear.co.uk/
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20min
September 15, 2020 OLD FORMAT #2 Ways To Change Our World: Colleen Wong, Superhero Seaweed and Wild Swimming
Join Alice and Rhiannon as they celebrate the future role of innovation - in a tea-break sized podcast.
In this episode, they explore technology for good and discuss some real change-makers within the sustainability sector.
https://journify.co/
https://www.mygatorwatch.com/
https://www.oceanium.co.uk/
https://www.openmindsactive.org/
Music: Canals by Joakim Karud
Remember to share and subscribe! Stay in the loop by following us on Instagram @lightbulb.moments.pod (link here: https://bit.ly/343pi7t)
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15min

FAQs about That Bright Idea:

How many episodes does That Bright Idea have?

The podcast currently has 32 episodes available.