Best Oxycodone Podcasts (2025)

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Gaza: Was oxycodone found in flour bags distributed by US-Israeli aid centres? 5:17

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It is being widely reported that oxycodone pills were found in flour bags distributed by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation in Gaza. We tell you what we know about these allegations in this edition of Truth or Fake.By FRANCE 24 English

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Too late to win over Trump? Europe frets as US freezes some weapons for Ukraine 46:48

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Remember last week and that collective sigh of relief among allies that Donald Trump had a) showed up at the Nato summit and b) agreed to a sidebar meeting with his Ukranian counterpart after which the U-S president gushed that Volodymyr Zelenskiy “couldn't have been nicer.” Quite the contrast with that February White House ambush on live televisio…

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The big business behind weight-loss drugs: Global market to hit $150 billion by 2035 12:43

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They burst onto the scene four years ago and are taking over the pharmaceutical world. New GLP-1-based drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy or Zepbound are said to be a weight-loss game changer and could drive big pharma's revenue for years to come. But they come with a hefty price tag, while some 50 to 70 percent of people taking GLP-1s suffer side effects.…

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DJ Nicky B and jazz sensation Tyreek McDole on music, culture & connection 12:01

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Join Eve Jackson on arts24 as she sits down with two extraordinary artists shaping the sound of today's global music scene: South African radio host Nicky B and Haitian-American jazz sensation Tyreek McDole.By FRANCE 24 English

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Seine-sational swimming: Paris takes the plunge! 7:53

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With the start of the annual "Paris Plages" event this weekend, the French capital is slated to open three areas of the River Seine to bathing. We take a look at where you can take a dip in its cool waters, which creepy-crawlies to look out for, and how this is part of a longtime push to make Paris a greener, more agreeable city.…

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How French attitudes to cigarettes are changing 6:29

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You might picture the stereotypical French person wearing a beret, with a glass of wine in one hand and a cigarette in the other. But does France deserve its chain-smoking reputation? While many tourists say large numbers of smokers are one of the first things they notice in France, statistics show that their number is in fact dropping dramatically…

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Russians and Belarusians trapped in administrative limbo in Serbia 5:57

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Serbia is home to a large Russian and Belarusian community, which has increased in number since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. But the small Balkan country was already a popular destination for Russians and Belarusians looking to move abroad. Among this older population of Russian and Belarusian immigrants, those who want to adopt Serbian nati…

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'Women are having to sell sex for fish': Head of ActionAid Zambia on USAID cuts 8:34

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The director of ActionAid Zambia has spoken to FRANCE 24 about the dire conditions women are facing in the country because of cuts to USAID. This as the organisation is officially wound down, ending billions of dollars' worth of aid programmes across the world. In Zambia, the cuts mean women are having to sell sex to men in order to be able to go f…

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France arrests teen for plotting attacks on women in landmark 'incel' case 6:17

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PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, July 3: We look at reactions to the verdict in Sean "Diddy" Combs's trial and what it means for the #MeToo movement. Also: for the first time, France arrests a man on terrorism charges relating to the incel movement. Plus: the Dalai Lama defies pressure from China and says he will appoint a successor the traditional way as …

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Rwanda-DR Congo peace deal is 'historic', Trump's Africa envoy Boulos says 12:28

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In an interview with FRANCE 24, US Senior Adviser for Africa Massad Boulos described the June 27 Rwanda-DR Congo peace deal as "a historic agreement", emphasising that "there was never a comprehensive agreement like this particular one". He noted that the accord aims to end a conflict that has lasted for "more than three decades", killing over 6 mi…

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Wimbledon: Alcaraz and Sabalenka qualify, Paolini already out 4:53

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There were no miracles for university student Oliver Tarvet in his match against Carlos Alcaraz at Wimbledon, while Aryna Sabalenka had to fight to beat Marie Bouzkova in straight sets.By FRANCE 24 English

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Italian PM Meloni's government to issue 500,000 visas for non-EU workers 11:36

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She made curbing migration a keystone of her successful 2022 election campaign. Now, the government of hard-right Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has agreed to let almost 500,000 documented immigrants enter Italy over the next three years. Her cabinet has announced that it will be issuing work visas for nearly half a million non-EU nationals …

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Ghana launches plan for 24-hour economy 14:36

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In tonight's edition: Ghana launches a new policy that extends economic activity beyond conventional hours in various industries. Also, with aid cuts and rising debt, how can Africa fund its own future? We talk about solutions, investments and the end of dependency with our guest. And locals are still seeking justice for Hawa in Mauritania, after t…

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How hard will Trump push? US president touts Gaza truce plan ahead of Netanyahu visit 42:00

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We've seen this movie before. US President Donald Trump is talking up a ceasefire initiative, only for the killing to continue in Gaza; killing that is relentless and off-the-scales ever since the rollout of a US-Israeli aid delivery scheme that bypasses traditional international agencies.By FRANCE 24 English

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The economic cost of heatwaves in Europe 5:29

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A new report shows that recent heatwaves across Europe could slow economic growth by half a percentage point in 2025. But first, US President Donald Trump announces a trade deal with Vietnam. Plus, a French court has sentenced three former Ubisoft executives to suspended jail terms for harassment at the gaming giant.…

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Scarlett Johansson brings near-extinct Jurassic Park franchise roaring back to life 12:34

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This week on arts24's film show, presenter Eve Jackson and film critic Emma Jones dive into four exciting new releases. First up is "Jurassic World: Rebirth", directed by Gareth Edwards, which reinvigorates the beloved dinosaur franchise with fresh faces like Scarlett Johansson and Mahershala Ali.By FRANCE 24 English

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Summer fruits take centre stage for pastry chefs 6:06

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Summer has well and truly arrived and so has the season of outdoor entertaining around meals featuring fresh produce. But often when the mercury rises, so does laziness: we don't usually want to spend hours in a hot kitchen preparing food. So what kinds of things can we make that don't involve too much effort – particularly desserts, which we want …

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Artist Nikkolas Smith aims to 'inspire people to make a positive change in the world' 10:34

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One of the world's leading picture book artists has spoken to FRANCE 24 about his aim to use art to inspire people to make a positive change in the world. Nikkolas Smith is an award-winning artist who seeks to tackle issues like social justice, people who are socially marginalised and even climate change. He has also worked on artwork for big budge…

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The anguish of parental child abduction: Japan moves towards granting joint custody 5:33

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Every year in Japan, thousands of fathers fall victim to parental child abduction. It very often follows the same pattern: the Japanese mother leaves suddenly with the child and then forbids the father from seeing them again. These are abductions that fathers – Japanese and foreign alike – are powerless to fight, since Japan is one of the only coun…

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Trump applies pressure on Japan ahead of July 9 tariff deadline 6:20

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US President Donald Trump has threatened to increase import duties on Japanese goods to 35 percent as trade talks with Tokyo approach a July 9 deadline. The two countries are fast approaching the end of a 90-day negotiation period before previously imposed 24 percent tariffs snap back into place, and talks have proved difficult. Also in this editio…

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Is 'AC guilt' justified? French papers divided over use of air conditioning amid heatwave 6:03

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PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, July 2: Russia is ramping up AI disinformation abroad, but also at home, where it's using bots to justify high utility rate hikes. In the US, President Donald Trump is reigniting fears of a global trade war amid tensions with Japan. Also in Japan, "proxy quitter" companies help workers avoid an awkward conversation with th…

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Real Madrid into Club World Cup quarter-finals with 1-0 win over Juventus 4:54

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Real Madrid advanced to the Club World Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday after beating European rivals Juventus 1-0. Spanish sensation Gonzalo García scored the only goal of the match, while Kylian Mbappé made his tournament debut after missing the first round due to illness.By FRANCE 24 English

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Algerian court upholds writer Sansal's five-year jail term 12:42

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In tonight's edition: A court in Algiers upholds French-Algerian author Boualem Sansal's five-year prison sentence. Also, police in Ghana rescue 76 people who were trafficked to Nigeria under a fake recruitment scam. Plus we see how a new wave of cinema is emerging in Benin.By FRANCE 24 English

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Europe's growing heatwaves: Air conditioning for all? 42:29

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It's the first day of July and already France and parts of Europe are enduring their second major heatwave with no respite. From the shores of the Mediterranean, warmed by waters at an alarming 26°C, to the rooftop of Europe – Mont Blanc – where the mercury's got no business venturing above freezing this early in the summer, how to adapt to the new…

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GasGasGas - Introduction to Local Anaesthetics 40:25

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This FRCA Primary Podcast covers: This episode establishes the scientific foundation you need to understand how Local Anaesthetic drugs work, why they behave differently, and how to use them safely. By the end, you'll understand nerve physiology, sodium channel blockade, drug classification, and the basics of local anaesthetic toxicity. Show notes …

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GasGasGas - Comparing Opioids - Viva Style! 25:00

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This FRCA Primary Podcast covers: Opioids are a significant cornerstone of anaesthetic practice, forming part of the triad of anaesthesia with their analgesic properties. We utilize these analgesic properties not just because "surgery hurts," but also because our interventions cause discomfort - laryngoscopy being a prime example. Each opiate has d…

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GasGasGas - RemiFentanil and the Minto TCI Model 27:30

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Remifentanil is an anaesthetist’s dream: ultra-short acting, reliably titratable, and deeply potent. This episode takes a dual-pronged approach—covering both the FRCA-relevant pharmacology of remifentanil and introducing the Minto target-controlled infusion (TCI) model. Show notes at: https://gasgasgas.uk/remifentanil-and-minto-tci-model/ A podcast…

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GasGasGas - Neuraxial Opiates for the FRCA Primary 21:40

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In this explainer episode of GasGasGas, James delves into the joyful complexities of neuraxial opiate pharmacology. Why do we bother putting opiates into this space at all? What governs their journey, how do they behave once administered, and what clinical pearls can be drawn from their behaviour? This episode follows the journey of a single opioid…

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GasGasGas - Diamorphine for the FRCA Primary 10:08

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In this episode of Gas, Gas, Gas, we dive deep into the pharmacology of diamorphine — also known by its more notorious street name, heroin. Diamorphine is a synthetic diacetylated derivative of morphine, and this episode details its mechanism of action, clinical applications, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and side effect profile. The episode …

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GasGasGas - Oxycodone for the FRCA Primary 13:55

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In this episode of GasGasGas, we a plunge into the pharmacology of oxycodone, a potent semi-synthetic opioid analgesic widely used in perioperative and chronic pain settings. Aimed at FRCA Primary candidates and anaesthetic trainees, this episode explores oxycodone's mechanism of action, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics, as well as its clinic…

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GasGasGas - Methadone for the FRCA Primary 10:45

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In this episode of the GasGasGas Primary FRCA podcast, we explore methadone—its pharmacology (pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics), diverse receptor activity, and its clinical uses. While traditionally associated with managing opioid dependency, methadone’s unique pharmacodynamics and potential utility may have been overlooked given its other use…

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GasGasGas - Tramadol for the FRCA Primary Exam 12:28

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This episode takes a dive into the detailed pharmacology of Tramadol focussing on the content to understand for the FRCA Primary exam. We explore its unique multi mechanism analgesic action, pharmacokinetics, clinical uses, and key points. Show notes at: https://gasgasgas.uk/tramadol-for-frca-primary-exam/ A podcast for the Primary FRCA Exams —————…

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GasGasGas - Alfentanil for the FRCA Primary Exam 21:00

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In this episode of GasGasGas, we explore Alfentanil, a short-acting μ-opioid receptor agonist pivotal for anaesthetic practice. Discovered in 1976 by Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Alfentanil remains a super handy agent, especially for (modified) rapid-sequence inductions and acute pain management. Show notes at https://gasgasgas.uk/alfentanil-for-the-fr…

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GasGasGas - TIVA Models for Propofol TCI 34:06

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Welcome back to Gas, Gas, Gas—the podcast that breaks complex anaesthesia concepts into digestible, high-yield episodes. Today, we’re doing a deep dive into the TIVA Models for Propofol particularly the: Marsh, Schneider, and Eleveld TCI models. This isn’t just academic—understanding the underpinnings of these models means you can dose more precise…

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Vivacast 16 - Misplacing 1000ml of circulating volume on the floor, Nerve conduction physiology, pH and acid base derangement 26:31

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In this VivaCast episode, we simulate a comprehensive FRCA Primary physiology viva covering three key topics: physiological response to acute blood loss, nerve conduction and classification, and acid-base balance including pH regulation and anion gap interpretation. ———————— Donations to keep the lights on willingly accepted! Dr Gas Lurks on: BlueS…

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Interview - The first three months of UK anaesthetics, insights and learning - Dr James Smith 52:38

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Welcome to a special interview edition of GasGasGas – the podcast that explores anaesthetic life in all its glorious detail, venturing out into its terrifying, and deeply human dimensions. I want those thinking about anaesthetics to gain insight, and I want everyone else Post IAC to remember the IAC experience and focus on what we can do to make IA…

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VivaCast 15 - Clinical Case PsuedoAneurysm 29:42

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In this VivaCast episode, we present a complex clinical scenario involving an intravenous drug user (IVDU) presenting with an infected pseudoaneurysm. Tom grapples with the challenges of these high BBV risk cases and managed local anaesthetic toxicity as it all goes terribly pear shaped! Show Notes Here! ———————— Donations to keep the lights on wil…

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VivaCast 14 - Kinetics, Hypoglycaemics and Drug Trial fun! 17:35

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In this episode of GasGasGas, we dive into the essential principles of pharmacokinetics, focusing on how drugs are processed by the body. We also explore the mechanisms and clinical implications of hypoglycaemic medications and discuss the fundamentals of clinical trials. Whether you're a medical professional or an interested listener, this discuss…

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VivaCast 13 - Ultrasound - Cardiac Output Monitoring - Diathermy 27:27

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This VivaCast episode covers essential FRCA Primary knowledge areas, focusing on ultrasound use and physics, cardiac output monitoring techniques, and the principles and safety considerations of diathermy in anaesthesia. Designed to simulate the viva experience, this episode prepares candidates with model answers and key concepts likely to appear i…

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VivaCast 12 - Anti Emetics, Propofol (again!) and Antimicrobial Prophylaxis in Surgery 20:34

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Tom's exam inches ever closer to reality, here he gets caught out on Droperidol, nails the Journey a Propofol Bolus Takes and handles Anti-Microbial Surgical Prophylaxis. Show-notes on gasgasgas.uk ------------------------------------- Donations to keep the lights on willingly accepted! Dr Gas Lurks on: BlueSky: Gas Gas Gas (@gasgasgaspodcast.bsky.…

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VivaCast 011 - Liver Physiology, 26:19

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Tom and James wade through Liver physiology, debrief afterwards when we try and devise a way to talk about this functions without listing out something written on our arms! Check out the show-notes at gasgasgas.uk ------------------------------------- Donations to keep the lights on willingly accepted! Dr Gas Lurks on: BlueSky: Gas Gas Gas (@gasgas…

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VivaCast 010 - Physiology - Classifying Hypoxia, Oxygen Delivery and Oxy-Haemoglobin Sat Curves 14:07

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Classifying Hypoxia, Oxygen delivery and taking oxy-haemoglobin Sat Curves Tom gets quizzed on what defines hypoxia, how oxygen is delivered to tissues and how the oxyhemoglobin disassociation curve behaves. Shownotes on gasgasgas.uk ------------------------------------- Donations to keep the lights on willingly accepted! Dr Gas Lurks on: BlueSky: …

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VivaCast 009 - Physiology - Pressure, Flow, Coronary perfusion, Cardiac Cycle 14:33

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Tom talks cardiac physiology, exploring blood pressure, Hagen–Poiseuille law, and coronary blood flow, finishing up with a brief chat of the cardiac cycle. There is a debrief and extra detailing at the end in very quick fire ‘words that convey you know what you’re on about’ sot of standing. Show notes here! ------------------------------------- Don…

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VivaCast - 008 - Oxygen Storage - Wheatstone Bridges - Resonance/Damping - Fibre optics and Lasers 31:40

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This viva cast takes Tom on an epic battle, sundering his way through the VIE, crossing the Wheatstone Bridge, looking around corners with Fibre Optics and finally zapping everyone with Lasers. Show notes @ gasgasgas.uk ------------------------------------- Donations to keep the lights on willingly accepted! Dr Gas Lurks on: BlueSky: Gas Gas Gas (@…

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VivaCast 007 - License to....? Adrenoceptors, Local anaesthetic, Classification Anti-Arrythmics 20:11

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Tom experiences some catecholamine release of his own in this episode as he talks serpiginous GPCRs, Adenyl cyclase, PKA and comparing local anaesthetics, and getting tied up (like we all do) with the clinically pointless, but delightfully examinable Vaughan-Williams Anti-arrythmic classes! We Debrief and break into some of the questions as we go. …

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VivaCast 006 - Physiology Station - Oxygen - Sensing - Valsalva 23:00

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Tom dives into the critical details of how oxygen makes it to the mitochondria, tells me of this concept called shunt and then gets thoroughly beaten to shreds by the Valsalva manoeuvre - a tactical doozy that gets rolled out because it is a baffling set of steps. Alveolar Gas Equation Shunt Hypoxic Pulmonary Vasoconstriction Oxygen concentration S…

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VivaCast 005 - Clinical Station Urgent Onco-Laparotomy 17:27

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This VivaCast episode assesses Tom as we explore the structured approach to a clinical viva station requiring conversation around delivering an anaesthetic. The show notes go into further detail on breaking this down ------------------------------------- Donations to keep the lights on willingly accepted! Dr Gas Lurks on: BlueSky: Gas Gas Gas (@gas…

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Gas Gas Gas - Poly-Compart-Mental Madness Part Two - Ft. Pharmacokinetic BathTubs. 28:42

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This Podcast for the FRCA Primary Exam thoroughly explores what is going on within the multi compartmental model that we use to try and comprehend how drugs move through humans. If you like this, leave me a comment, if you don't, also leave a comment it's a rather mad one - perhaps reflected in the build up to this over the last few episodes. Shown…

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VivaCast 004 - Vapours - Heat - Gas 20:17

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Willing Victim Tom wields his knowledge Vs Dr Gas ⁠ShowNotes on GasGasGas.uk ⁠ SVP - Humidity - Critical Temperature Heat and Temperature (James defines the 4 laws of thermodynamics) Vapourisers and their function + Sevo vs Des Entonox Vs Nitrous Oxide Gas Laws Finishing with a novel... way to recall gay-lussac law. --------------------------------…

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Gas Gas Gas - Poly-Compartmental Madness - Half time, Tc, Natural Log and more 28:52

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This Podcast for the FRCA Primary Exam is the first part in a series covering the multi compartmental mode. It Introduces Half-lives and Time Constants, how they bear out influencing clearance and offset times and bi-exponential decay. Shownote @ Poly-Compartmental madness part one ------------------------------------- Donations to keep the lights …