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Rick LeCouteur
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 24, 20242 min read
Moscow’s Metro Marvels: Underground palaces
In 2012, while in Moscow to give a series of lectures, I found myself captivated not just by the city's vibrant culture and historical...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 16, 20241 min read
The Transparent Mask: A Lesson in Inclusion
In the high-stakes environment of the operating room, clear communication is as vital as the steady hand of a surgeon. But what happens...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 16, 20243 min read
Beyond Darwin: Wallace and a Flying Frog
Alfred Russel Wallace  is one of my heroes. I learned about his contributions "first-hand" on a trip to Borneo in 2017, where I became...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 13, 20243 min read
A Tale of Two Systems: Australia’s metric success & America’s imperial hold
Imagine driving where all road signs switch from miles to kilometers overnight. For Australians, this was reality in 1974 during a swift...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 13, 20243 min read
Who's Driving the Bus? Vets at the wheel of diagnostic decisions
Have you ever wondered who's really driving the complex journey of diagnosing and treating our beloved pets? Picture this: a veterinarian...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 12, 20242 min read
The Black and White of Building a Brand: A neurosurgeon's story
Imagine turning your quiet Sunday into a whirlwind of emergency surgery that not only saves a life but unexpectedly launches your...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 12, 20241 min read
Urban Canvas: Street art in ReykjavÃk
Explore the unexpected realm of ReykjavÃk, where street art blends with the northern lights. Explore how this frozen city has transformed...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 11, 20242 min read
Aussie Blues: The spectrum of blue
Think you know the meaning of blue ? Dive into the uniquely Australian twist on blue  and bluey , where redheads rule, dogs herd, and a...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 11, 20242 min read
Aussie Slang: Don't bung on a blue
Ever found yourself in a sticky situation down the pub where tempers flare and fists are about to fly? If you’re in Australia, you might...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 8, 20242 min read
Beyond Words: Lessons from a linguistic faux pas
Picture a bustling lecture hall, a question that sidetracks, and a single word - inscrutable - that hangs in the air, heavy with...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 8, 20242 min read
From the City to the Never, Never: Exploring the land down under
From the bustling cities to the boundless outback, Australia is a land of captivating contrasts - each region a unique chapter in an...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 7, 20243 min read
A Classic Car in Canary Yellow (Part 5): An eventful night on Parramatta Road
Have you experienced a night where a seemingly great decision turned everything upside down? Allow me to transport you to a memorable...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 7, 20242 min read
A Classic Car in Canary Yellow (Part 4): One leg, one wild ride
A bright yellow 1961 MGA 1600 MK1, a driver sporting a cumbersome leg cast, and the bustling streets of Sydney. What could possibly go...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 6, 20242 min read
A Classic Car in Canary Yellow (Part 3): The Runaway Wheel
Imagine driving home and suddenly spotting one of your car wheels overtaking you down the street! Here's the unforgettable tale of how my...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 6, 20242 min read
A Classic Car in Canary Yellow (Part 2): Perpetual challenges
Stranded on the roadside yet again, hands greasy and shirt stained, I couldn't help but smile as the sun caught the bold canary yellow of...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 6, 20242 min read
A Classic Car in Canary Yellow (Part 1): 1961 MGA 1600 MK1
The moment I saw the canary yellow 1961 MGA 1600 MK1, I knew it was more than a car. In 1973, I acquired this timeless classic for a mere...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 5, 20242 min read
Wild Wonders: A boy’s journey into nature (#25)
Imagine a book that doesn’t dazzle with colors or fantastical creatures yet has the power to shape a young mind’s future. This is the...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 5, 20242 min read
Nuns in a Scrum: Plaster, Prokofiev & (War and) Peace
Imagine stepping into the grandeur of the newly constructed Sydney Opera House, dressed to the nines, but hindered by a full-length...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 3, 20243 min read
A Royal Encounter: Examining the King’s dog
This is the story of a personal interaction with a monarch known for his deep affection for animals. In 2004, my colleague Joe and I had...
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RIck LeCouteur
Aug 2, 20242 min read
Steam Engines and Schoolchildren: The Journey to Dunedoo
Imagine a time when the journey was as thrilling as the destination A train powered by steam, filled with the laughter of schoolchildren...
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