Best Cairn University Podcasts (2025)

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The Thrill of Orthodoxy: A Conversation with Trevin Wax [Re-Release] 42:53

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We are most vulnerable to drifting from the core teachings of the Christian faith when we find them boring, irrelevant, or embarrassing. Dr. Trevin Wax wrote his book The Thrill of Orthodoxy: Rediscovering the Adventure of Christian Faith to counteract the familiarity with Christian teaching that he says is “the enemy of wonder.” He joins Dr. Keith…

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Walking Through Deconstruction: A Conversation with Ian Harber 1:04:53

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Episode Notes Drawing from his own journey of deconstructing and reconstructing his Christian faith, Ian Harber describes deconstruction as an existential crisis of faith that consists of much more than intellectual questioning. In this episode, he joins Dr. Keith Plummer to offer insights about how we are to understand and accompany loved ones in …

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From Trauma to Trust: a Journey in Psychotherapy. 24:57

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Exploring Power Imbalance, Systemic Racism, and Dialogue in Mental Health. A conversation with Maxine Dennis for the 2025 BIGSPD conference. Join André from The Mental Elf for episode three of the BIGSPD 2025 Podcast in conversation with Maxine Dennis, a consultant clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst. They discuss power imbalance, systemic raci…

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Questioning Evangelism: A Conversation with Randy Newman [Re-Release] 52:03

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Episode Notes Two years ago, Dr. Randy Newman joined Dr. Keith Plummer on Defragmenting to discuss the third edition of his book, Questioning Evangelism: Engaging Peoples’ Hearts the Way that Jesus Did. Dr. Newman went to be with the Lord a year ago this month. To honor his legacy, we have re-released his conversation with Dr. Plummer, which still …

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Divine Incomprehensibility: A Conversation with Ronni Kurtz 52:44

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Episode Notes Because the triune God has graciously revealed himself, he is knowable. But because he is infinite, there is always more to him than finite creatures can comprehend. Dr. Ronni Kurtz explains and explores the profound and often overlooked doctrine of incomprehensibility in his book Light Unapproachable: Divine Incomprehensibility and t…

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Cultivating Democratic Mental Health: Relational Practice and Cooperation 18:58

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Relational Practice: making hope possible rather than despair convincing. Join André from The Mental Elf for episode two of the BIGSPD 2025 Podcast as he discusses relational practice and democratic mental health with Professor Mick McKeown. Mick is a mental health nurse academic who shares his insights on the intersection of sociology, philosophy,…

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Dialectical Behaviour Therapy: Past, Present, and Future 35:53

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Exploring DBT: Techniques, Efficacy, and Lived Experience #BIGSPD25 Welcome to episode 1 of the BIGSPD 2025 podcast, hosted by André from the Mental Elf. This episode dives deep into Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) with guest experts Professor Michaela Swales, Programme Director at the North Wales Clinical Psychology Programme, and Jenifer Dyla…

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Darren Williams - Bridging Disciplines: Highlights from the 2025 IoPPN Research Festival 13:34

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In the final episode of the 2025 IoPPN Research Festival podcast, André from The Mental Elf welcomes Dr. Darren Williams from Kings College London to discuss the upcoming festival. Dr. Williams shares insights into the diverse range of topics and speakers that will be featured, including presentations on religious cognition, autism, and the transfo…

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Juliet Foster - The ‘whole university’ approach to mental health and well-being. 15:36

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Welcome to episode 2 of the 2025 IoPPN Research Festival Podcast! In this episode, André from The Mental Elf speaks with Professor Juliet Foster, Professor of Social Psychology from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience at King's College London, where she is also the Dean of Education and academic lead for student mental health a…

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John Mackenzie chats with Dr Ian Jeffreys, Principal Police Advisor at RACQ, about Australians enjoying cheaper fuel prices in the wake of the United States global tariff war. 6:36

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John MacKenzie discusses the latest Australian federal election polling with Dr. Paul Willaims, Associate Professor in Politics and Journalism at Griffith University. 8:34

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John MacKenzie speaks with Greg Williams, Co-Owner of the Cape Gateway Motel in Mareeba, about vandals who recently smashed up his motel and how the government must seriously address the youth crime emergency ... 12:04

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John MacKenzie chats with Leigh Ratcliffe, Architect and original master planner of Palm Cove, about his new vision for an esplanade dominated by foot traffic as opposed to vehicles. 15:32

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John MacKenzie chats with talkback caller Jim, from Kuranda, who passionately expressed his concerns for the future of the Kuranda Range and the vital access needed between Cairns and the Atherton Tablelands ... 5:08

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John MacKenzie chats with Chris Morris, Chairman of the Morris Group, about his expression of interest in taking on the lease to develop and run Double Island off Palm Cove. 9:30

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Mere Christian Hermeneutics: A Conversation with Kevin Vanhoozer 51:57

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Episode Notes Reading and interpreting the Bible is more, never less, than applying the correct principles. That's because the Scriptures are unlike any other writing in that they are God's words to his people. In his book Mere Christian Hermeneutics: Transfiguring What it Means to Read the Bible Theologically, Dr. Kevin Vanhoozer writes, “Biblical…

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John MacKenzie discusses cane toad gene editing with Professor Rick Shine AM, School of Natural Sciences at Macquarie University, and how close we are to eradicating the invasive pest. 13:00

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Edmund Sonuga-Barke: RE-STAR - multidisciplinary adventure in participatory translational science 16:34

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Welcome to the 2025 IoPPN Research Festival Podcast! In this first episode, we hear from Professor Edmund Sonuga-Barke, a leading expert in developmental psychology at King’s College London. He introduces RE-STAR—a four-year, interdisciplinary research programme. RE-STAR stands for Regulating Emotions – Strengthening Adolescent Resilience. It focus…

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John MacKenzie chats with Dr. Paul Williams, Associate Professor in Politics and Journalism at Griffith University, about the 2025 Australian federal election announced for Saturday 3rd of May. 9:37

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John MacKenzie speaks with David Kempton, LNP State Member for Cook, about the statistical reduction in some forms of crime during the policy update that saw 33 new offences added to the 'Adult Time, Adult ... 10:33

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John MacKenzie chats with Roger Ward, Director of Cairns Mortgage Brokers & Senior Fellow of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia, about USA tariffs and the effects on the stock market. 7:26

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John MacKenzie chats with Saul Eslake, Independent Economist & Vice-Chancellor's Fellow at the University of Tasmania, about the proposed 10% tariff on beef by the United States that will impact Australian ... 9:38

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John MacKenzie speaks with Lieutenant General Peter Leahy AC, Former Chief of the Australian Army & Director National Security Institute at the University of Canberra, about security concerns in the wake ... 9:51

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John MacKenzie chats with James Dein, Festival Director of Savannah in the Round, about the newly announced superstars attending the festival in 2025, including American country music sensation Zac Brown ... 6:24

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John MacKenzie chats with Professor Jon Nott, Professor of Geoscience at JCU Cairns, contrasting the emergency response of Cyclone Jasper with Cyclone Alfred. 16:51

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John MacKenzie chats with Professor Jon Nott, Professor of Geoscience at JCU Cairns, contrasting the emergency response of Cyclone Jasper with Cyclone Alfred. The issue of a safe harbour rock wall at the northern end of Palm Cove and how this would disrupt the natural sand flow.By Mornings with John Mackenzie

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John MacKenzie chats with FNQ Tobacconist, Pam, about the black market trade in cigarettes and illegal tobacco products, and the mafia-style tactics being used by the illicit traders. 15:10

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John MacKenzie chats with Locky Bensted, former Mareeba Councillor and Owner of Mareeba Truck School, about federal feasibility and funding commitments to replace the Barron River Bridge at Kuranda. 11:54

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John MacKenzie chats with Locky Bensted, former Mareeba Councillor and Owner of Mareeba Truck School, about federal feasibility and funding commitments to replace the Barron River Bridge at Kuranda and find an alternative route to access the Atherton Tablelands.By Mornings with John Mackenzie

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John MacKenzie speaks with David Kempton, LNP State Member for Cook, about the "adult time for adult crime" policy's practical application and effectiveness in reducing the rates of youth offending. 9:46

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John MacKenzie speaks with Michael Healy, ALP State Member for Cairns, about legal reform and proposed restrictions for poker machine users. 8:54

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John MacKenzie chats with Dr Victoria Gordon, Microbiologist & Non-executive Director and Co-Founder of QBiotics, about the research development into a cancer-fighting drug obtained from a rainforest plant ... 16:18

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John MacKenzie speaks with David Bobberman, CEO Queensland Seafood Industry Association, about the steps toward requiring the clear labelling of Australian versus foreign-caught seafood. 11:22

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John MacKenzie speaks with David Bobberman, CEO of the Queensland Seafood Industry Association, about the steps toward requiring the clear labelling of Australian versus foreign-caught seafood. David also reflected upon the recent struggles felt by the industry after the ban on certain net fishing and the reduction in quotas of certain fish.…

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John MacKenzie speaks with Mayor Lisa Scomazzon, Douglas Shire, about the future of the Mossman Mill site and exploring alternative primary production options. 5:57

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Scrolling Ourselves to Death: A Conversation with Brett McCracken and Ivan Mesa 1:00:24

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Episode Notes What could a book written about television forty years ago possibly have to teach us about living well and wisely in our world of smartphones, social media, and high-speed connectivity? According to the editors of Scrolling Ourselves to Death: Reclaiming Life in a Digital Age, a lot! In this episode, Brett McCracken and Dr. Ivan Mesa …

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John MacKenzie speaks with Nick Dametto, KAP State Member for Hinchinbrook, about the Bruce Highway being cut yet again at the Seymour River crossing. 7:51

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John MacKenzie speaks with Nick Dametto, KAP State Member for Hinchinbrook, about the Bruce Highway being cut yet again at the Seymour River crossing, and the impact this has on Far North Queensland. The question is being raised in 2025 as to how a large portion of the state seems to be cut off by only a small section of the highway being closed, a…

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John MacKenzie speaks with Dr. Paul Williams, Associate Professor in Politics and Journalism at Griffith University, about the latest federal election polling and the likelihood of a minority government ... 10:26

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John MacKenzie chats with Wayne Rees, local actor and marriage celebrant, about his time on the stage entertaining the people of Cairns. 15:54

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John MacKenzie chats with Wayne Rees, local actor and marriage celebrant, about his time on the stage entertaining the people of Cairns. John also reminisced about Wayne's position as a former councillor and his father's role in founding the famous "Rusty's Markets" in the city.By Mornings with John Mackenzie

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John MacKenzie chats with Col from Goldsborough Valley about how people still swim near Peet's Bridge, unaware of the large crocodile that inhabits the area, and how the lack of warning sign will ultimately ... 6:40

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John MacKenzie chats with Cr. Kristy Vallely, CRC Rep for Division 6, about the light-industrial development site voted in favour by council for Redlynch Valley. 12:17

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John MacKenzie chats with Cr. Kristy Vallely, CRC Rep for Division 6, about the light-industrial development site voted in favour by council for Redlynch Valley. Cr. Vallely also expressed her frustrations at abusive members of the community and how a new culture of decorum needs to be respected.By Mornings with John Mackenzie

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John MacKenzie speaks with Saul Eslake, Independent Economist & Vice-Chancellor's Fellow at the University of Tasmania, about the uncertainty and volatility of world stock markets in the time of Trump ... 9:21

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John MacKenzie chats with David Kempton, LNP State Member for Cook, for his response to talkback caller Tom from Cairns and his desperate plea for politicians to address the crime emergency facing Cairns ... 5:32

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John MacKenzie chats with an impassioned caller, Tom from Cairns, about his experiences with crime and how governments need to act. 12:40

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John MacKenzie speaks with Emily Jade, 102.9 FM Hot Tomato Breakfast Show in the Gold Coast, for an update on the events following Tropical Cyclone Alfred's crossing of the Southeast Coastline. 6:12

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John MacKenzie speaks with Emily Jade, 102.9 FM Hot Tomato Breakfast Show in the Gold Coast, for an update on the events following Tropical Cyclone Alfred's crossing of the Southeast Coastline. Furthermore, some controversial implications were intimated toward the Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate and his political future.…

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John MacKenzie speaks with Deputy Mayor Brett Olds, CRC Rep for Division 9, about the controversial "bed tax" which would see an additional charge for accommodation providers to raise money to promote ... 10:42

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John MacKenzie speaks with Deputy Mayor Brett Olds, CRC Rep for Division 9, about the controversial "bed tax" which would see an additional charge for accommodation providers to raise money to promote and fund local tourism initiatives. Also, Cr. Olds weighed in on the "Palm Cove Reimagined" proposal for a safe harbour development.…

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John MacKenzie chats with National's Senator Matthew Canavan about the politicisation of Cyclone Alfred and how climate doomsayers are quick to jump on a natural disaster to further their agenda. 7:58

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John MacKenzie chats with Peter Rinaudo, State Emergency Services Community Engagement & Recruitment Officer for Far Northern Region, about the support our local SES volunteers can lend to the southeast ... 13:48

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John MacKenzie speaks with chats with Brynie Rosser-Guyatt, Allissa Tenni, and Emily Cocks-Wheeler, to follow-up on the success of the rally against crime recently held at Freedom Park on the Cairns Esplanade ... 12:53

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John MacKenzie chats with Deputy Mayor Brett Olds, CRC Rep for Division 9, about a proposed development at Palm Cove's northern end to build a lagoon and safe harbour. 12:56

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John MacKenzie chats with Deputy Mayor Brett Olds, CRC Rep for Division 9, about a proposed development at Palm Cove's northern end to build a lagoon and safe harbour. The safe harbour approach would be utilised by commercial vessels to provide ventures for cruises and visitation to Double Island. The mainland would see the construction of a world-…

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John MacKenzie speaks with Dan Purdie, State Minister for Police and Emergency Services, about the need to address the community's concerns over an increasing crime crisis. 13:00

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John MacKenzie spoke with Bree James, LNP State Member for Barron River, about the rally against crime that was well-attended by concerned locals who are desperate for solutions to the ever-increasing ... 15:52

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John MacKenzie speaks with Brynie Rosser-Guyatt, Allissa Tenni, and Emily Cocks-Wheeler, who have organised the rally against crime being held this Sunday, March 2nd at Midday on the Esplanade (Freedom ... 12:19

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John MacKenzie speaks with Brynie Rosser-Guyatt, Allissa Tenni, and Emily Cocks-Wheeler, who have organised the rally against crime being held this Sunday, March 2nd at Midday on the Esplanade (Freedom Park). "Enough is enough" is the message being shouted by Cairns residents who want governments to finally address the seriousness of the crime emer…

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