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Enjoying the podcast? Send us a text message Peer review is a lot less mysterious once you see how the machine actually works. In this episode we pull back the curtain on what editors look for, how decisions get made, and why the journal is deliberately built as a more transparent, collaborative process. This episode explains the real roles behind the scenes - deputy editors, associate editors, trainee editors, handling editors, editorial committee members, and peer reviewers - and shows how each step shapes whether a paper is sent out, revised, or returned. Along the way, we break down the difference between desk assessment and peer review, why reviewer shortages are one of the biggest bottlenecks in medical publishing, and how the journal tries to keep the process fair, timely, and open.

Enjoying the podcast? Send us a text message In this episode of The Thought Broadcast, Dr Ed Miller speaks with Dr Allen Huang, PGY1 intern at the Central Adelaide Local Health Network in South Australia. This is the second of two episodes tracking Allen’s internship journey, with a focus on how his interest in psychiatry evolves across his intern year. Music: https://freesound.org/people/ShadyDave/sounds/277375/  Logo: Sidonie Prentice Disclaimer:  This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics.  The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement.  By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.

Enjoying the podcast? Send us a text message In this Episode of The Thought Broadcast, Dr Ed Miller and Dr Andrew Amos discuss psychoanalytic theory using the Joker character from the 2019 film Joker.  Music: https://freesound.org/people/ShadyDave/sounds/277375/  Logo: Sidonie Prentice Disclaimer:  This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics.  The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement.  By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.

Enjoying the podcast? Send us a text message In this episode of The Thought Broadcast, Dr Ed Miller explores challenges and opportunities for registrars pursuing clinical academic careers. He is joined by Dr Fiona Wilkes, Yoon Kwon Choi and Katelyn Tadd. Music: https://freesound.org/people/ShadyDave/sounds/277375/  Logo: Sidonie Prentice Disclaimer:  This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics.  The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement.  By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.

Enjoying the podcast? Send us a text message In this episode of The Thought Broadcast, Dr Allen Huang speaks with Professor Margaret Chisolm and Associate Professor Durga Roy from Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, USA. They are joined by Dr Michael Weightman and Dr Ed Miller, as they explore the origins and evolution of the Perspectives of Psychiatry, a unique framework developed by Professor Paul McHugh and Professor Phillip Slavney to bring clarity, structure and coherence to psychiatric formulation and practice. Interested applicants can apply for the Perspectives of Psychiatry Program for International Learners here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=OPSkn-axO0eAP4b4rt8N7FLTvImm-y9PidCw5s0KdgBUQUpMNFNZUFNPNU5aT0hUMTU4VUNLN0VOSy4u&route=shorturl For further information, see https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/10398562251333520 and https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3357579/. Music: https://freesound.org/people/ShadyDave/sounds/277375/  Logo: Sidonie Prentice Disclaimer:  This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics.  The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement.  By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.

Enjoying the podcast? Send us a text message In this second episode of a two-part series of The Thought Broadcast, Dr Ed Miller discusses case vignettes that illustrate how clinical neuroscience and neuropsychoanalytic principles can be applied. He is joined by Drs Michael Weightman, Andrew Amos, Fiona Wilkes, and Steven Yeates. Music: https://freesound.org/people/ShadyDave/sounds/277375/  Logo: Sidonie Prentice Disclaimer:  This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics.  The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement.  By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.

Enjoying the podcast? Send us a text message In this first of a two-part series of The Thought Broadcast, Dr Ed Miller explores how neuropsychoanalytic and neuropsychiatric perspectives can be integrated into a clinical neuroscience curriculum for contemporary psychiatric training. He is joined by Drs Michael Weightman, Andrew Amos, Fiona Wilkes, and Steven Yeates. Music: https://freesound.org/people/ShadyDave/sounds/277375/  Logo: Sidonie Prentice Disclaimer:  This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics.  The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement.  By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.

Enjoying the podcast? Send us a text message In this episode, Dr Ed Miller is joined by our associate trainee editor, Dr Yoon Kwon Choi, and his previous supervisor, Dr Melanie Johnston, to explore the experience of working at Queensland of Centre Excellence in Intellectual Disability and Autism Health (QCEIDAH).  Yoon's perspective is narrated through the lens of being 'within and without', quote borrowed from The Great Gatsby, which helped him navigate the unique complexities and system challenges inherent to IDD psychiatry work.  Music: https://freesound.org/people/ShadyDave/sounds/277375/  Logo: Sidonie Prentice Disclaimer:  This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics.  The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement.  By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.

Enjoying the podcast? Send us a text message In this episode of The Thought Broadcast, Dr Ed Miller speaks with Dr Allen Huang, PGY1 intern at the Central Adelaide Local Health Network in South Australia, and new associate trainee editor of Australasian Psychiatry. This is the first of two episodes tracking Allen’s internship journey, with a focus on how his interest in psychiatry evolves alongside rotations in other specialties. Music: https://freesound.org/people/ShadyDave/sounds/277375/  Logo: Sidonie Prentice Disclaimer:  This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics.  The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement.  By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.

Enjoying the podcast? Send us a text message In this episode psychiatry trainees Matt Davidson and Dave Townsend talk about their experiences working in the trainee advocacy space with the WA Association of Psychiatry Trainees (WAAPT). They share the challenges and triumphs experienced in juggling their advocacy work with the WAAPT with work, training requirements and family. They also discuss potential pathways for trainees to get involved with their local APTs. Music: https://freesound.org/people/ShadyDave/sounds/277375/  Logo: Sidonie Prentice Disclaimer:  This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics.  The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement.  By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.

Enjoying the podcast? Send us a text message This episode of The Thought Broadcast grapples with the ongoing public psychiatry workforce crisis in New South Wales. The discussion covers the roots of the dispute, its current status, and the widespread implications for both patients and doctors. There is particular focus on the impact on those trainees trying to work and learn within this system, including challenges surrounding adequate supervision, increased workloads, and struggling health systems. The episode emphasises the importance for trainees to seek support and concludes with reflections on the necessary steps toward a positive and sustainable resolution, emphasising the urgent need for systemic change. A panel consisting of Dr Pramudie Gunaratne (RANZCP NSW Branch Chair), Dr Kathryn Drew (NSW Branch Training Committee Chair) and Dr Nicole Nahm (NSW trainee) spoke to members of The Thought Broadcast team, Drs Andrew Amos, Yoon Kwon Choi, and Michael Weightman, on 6th May 2025 at the RANZCP Congress. Music: https://freesound.org/people/ShadyDave/sounds/277375/  Logo: Sidonie Prentice Disclaimer:  This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics.  The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement.  By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.

Enjoying the podcast? Send us a text message In this episode, Psychiatry Advanced Trainees Fiona Wilkes, Ed Miller, Stephanie Ajulo, Matt Ryan and Chance Drummond talk about their experiences juggling training and parenthood. They share a range of experiences and give some advice (and solidarity) to other trainees with or planning children. Music: https://freesound.org/people/ShadyDave/sounds/277375/  Logo: Sidonie Prentice Disclaimer:  This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics.  The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement.  By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.

Enjoying the podcast? Send us a text message This episode of The Thought Broadcast explores the recent overhaul of the RANZCP’s suite of Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs), a core part of its competency-based Fellowship training program since 2012. Updated in line with contemporary medical education best practices, the revised EPA framework streamlines the number of EPA types, improves alignment to the training curriculum, and reformats into a longitudinal assessment model with stepped levels of entrustment. This episode offers a concise overview of these changes to inform trainees and supervisors alike. Dr Anthony Llewellyn, the RANZCP’s Medical Education Specialist and key architect of the revamped EPA system, was interviewed on 28th February 2025 by Drs Edward Miller, Fiona Wilkes, and Michael Weightman. Music: https://freesound.org/people/ShadyDave/sounds/277375/  Logo: Sidonie Prentice Disclaimer:  This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics.  The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement.  By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.

Enjoying the podcast? Send us a text message In this two part episode, RANZCP Appointed Trainee Board Director Ava Carter and Australasian Psychiatry Trainee Associate Editors Ahnoor Benipal and Fiona Wilkes discuss things they wish they’d known earlier in psychiatry training, and other useful information for new trainees. This was recorded in late 2024 when Ava, Ahnoor and Fiona were reaching the end of their advanced training in consultation liaison psychiatry (Ava) and psychiatry of old age (Ahnoor and Fiona). They discuss training program basics, specifics of the various stages, and advice for exams and other assessment. Part 2 discusses the later stages of training and tackling assessments. It does not discuss EPAs, as these will be covered in a later podcast.  Music: https://freesound.org/people/ShadyDave/sounds/277375/  Logo: Sidonie Prentice Disclaimer:  This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics.  The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement.  By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.

Enjoying the podcast? Send us a text message In this multi-part episode, RANZCP Appointed Trainee Board Director Ava Carter and Australasian Psychiatry Trainee Associate Editors Ahnoor Benipal and Fiona Wilkes discuss things they wish they’d known earlier in psychiatry training, and other useful information for new trainees. This was recorded in late 2024 when Ava, Ahnoor and Fiona were reaching the end of their advanced training in consultation liaison psychiatry (Ava) and psychiatry of old age (Ahnoor and Fiona). They discuss training program basics, specifics of the various stages, and advice for exams and other assessment. Part one discussions supervision, college structure, and useful information for Stage 1 trainees. Music: https://freesound.org/people/ShadyDave/sounds/277375/  Logo: Sidonie Prentice Disclaimer:  This podcast is provided to you for information purposes only and to provide a broad public understanding of various mental health topics.  The podcast may represent the views of the author and not necessarily the views of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists ('RANZCP'). The podcast is not to be relied upon as medical advice, or as a substitute for medical advice, does not establish a doctor-patient relationship and should not be a substitute for individual clinical judgement.  By accessing The RANZCP's podcasts you also agree to the full terms and conditions of the RANZCP's Website. Expert mental health information and finding a psychiatrist in Australian or New Zealand is available on the RANZCP’s Your Health In Mind Website.