The Research4Good Podcast
The Research4Good podcast is a show for anyone feeling hopeless about the major issues we face as a global society: from extremism and radicalisation, to social justice, to the dangers and uses of digital data.
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15. Is the patriarchy making a comeback? With Professor Nancy Harding (opens the original)
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Over the past 50 years, women have gained greater independence and representation in public spaces. It might feel that feminism has made unshakeable gains, but – as Professor Nancy Harding cautions in this episode – we can’t be complacent about this progress. Nancy’s research examines themes of unfairness in our working lives, including gender and class issues. Here, she talks about the resurgence of the patriarchy, the increasing legitimacy of far-right ideology and the fragility of social chan
14. Why do people stay ‘missing’ from healthcare? With Professor David Ellis (opens the original)
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Some people repeatedly miss medical appointments despite negative consequences, including an increased risk of early death. Why is this, and how can we address the issue? Professor David Ellis’ work examines how digital data and technology are woven through the fabric of our lives. His research includes multiple publications on the phenomenon of ‘missingness’, which he talks us through in this episode – along with the need for evidence-based policy and the benefits of working with practitioners.
13. What impact is AI having on creativity? With Dr Deborah Brewis (opens the original)
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Does using generative AI tools cause us to be more creative in our thinking, or less? Does it affect how much we enjoy the process? Dr Deborah Brewis’ recent research has included experiments to test these questions – as she explains to Professor David Ellis in this episode. She also tells us about how AI is shaping the future of work, and how ‘Chattable Avatars’ could be the future of the museum and cultural sector. Find out more about Deborah’s work: https://bit.ly/4wn7ArF Find out more about
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