Ben Makin

DR BEN Chats with...

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Medical writer and broadcaster Dr Ben chats with various SUPER-DUPER COOL people, like scientists, musicians, actors, athletes and other very special guests. Here, you'll find a mix of past radio shows and interviews. Prefer live radio? Tune in live to Cornwall's Coast FM to hear more!

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Ben Makin

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UNEARTHING THE ANCIENT TOMBS OF EGYPT: Using robots to discover secret passages 02.03.2023 30:43

A while ago, I teased an #archaeology and exploration special for your airwaves...Well, listen back to hear from TWO super-cool speakers, including the discoverer of the sarcophagus of Ptah-em-wia, treasurer to King Ramses II.

...BBC Sky at Night Presenter, Human Spaceflight Manager, and Konnie Huq 16.02.2023 31:27

Celebrating Women in Science!

...celebrity doctor, Dr Amir Khan 13.01.2023 10:56

Leading GP and ITV star Dr Amir Khan joined me on Coast FM late last year to chat about a recent trip of his to British Columbia. Dr Khan made me realise two things: 1) Dr Khan is an awesome chap (I already knew this) and 2) Canada makes for a perfect escape for GPs and non-GPs alike.

...the director of FROZEN II 15.12.2022 8:13

A while back, I got the chance to interview the director and producer of FROZEN II. To get ready for the interview, I put my head in a freezer for 10 minutes. OK, I didn't do that, but I did listen to Panic! At The Disco on repeat (you'll find out why...)

...Dr Sarah Jarvis MBE, resident ITV & Good Morning Britain doctor 12.12.2022 9:55

The fabulous Dr Jarvis, superstar media medic, joined me recently to chat about flu & COVID-19 booster jabs being rolled out by the NHS. Please remember to always direct any health related questions to your own healthcare professional.

...Nazanin Boniadi, AKA Bronwyn, Rings of Power 07.12.2022 6:37

One of my COOLEST EVER interviews, with the awesome Nazanin. I chatted to her about her role in HOTEL MUMBAI. She's a star in everything she's in ('Counterpart' was another great one - check it out), and she even has a cameo role in Iron Man.

...Amar Latif, 'the blind guy who wants to show you the world', adventurer and TV presenter 18.11.2022 14:20

I was delighted to chat to Amar, the charming Scottish entrepreneur, television personality and professional traveller. He told me about a Microsoft-developed AI tool, and how it's helping the blind navigate the world.