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SDG 2 Zero Hunger - Sustainable Development Goals podcast by Bournemouth University

In this episode with chat with Helen Palmer, Head of Sport and Culture for the university and how her role is focused on the creation of a positive student and staff experience on campus through opportunities for various extra-curriculum activities. With activities open to everyone, along with sessions supporting specific clubs and societies, as well as SEN open hours for a quieter workout in the...

Welcome to the first episode of our SDG podcast, where we explore all of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals and how our BU community is working towards these. Today we will be discussing SDG 1 - No Poverty with Professor Mel Hughes, Debbie James and James White

Welcome to the introductory episode of our new SDG podcast, where we explore all of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals and how our BU community is working towards these.

In this episode, we are joined by Dr Roya Haratian, Senior Lecturer in Electronic Science & Engineering and Deputy Head of the Department of Design and Engineering at BU. Roya talks about her journey within engineering and her research in the field of robotics.

In this exciting episode, we’re joined by three amazing guests: Ingrida Vells, Student Engagement & Marketing Manager at Chartwells, John Barrow, BU’s talented Head Chef, and Blanka Tarr, a passionate foodie and advocate for enhancing the student experience on campus. Together, we dive into a fascinating conversation about food, culture, and community at BU. From exploring BU’s Sustainable and Eth...

This time, we talk with Mehgan Ellis, Senior Global Engagement Mobility Manager at BU, about the opportunities for students to travel internationally as part of their studies, for their placement or other activities abroad. We also discuss the support and funding available for students, including via the Turing Scheme, and how they can find out more.

Vice-Chancellor, Professor Alison Honour met with Esther Chinenye Isaiah, SUBU President, to discuss the importance of student voice, ways you can share your feedback and how it is used to improve the experience for you and future students. Find out more about how you can feedback on the BU website: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/student/feedback

In this episode, we talk to PhD student, Kate Rattley about her research in exercise physiology. Kate’s research is looking at acute and chronic hormone deficits in menopause and the menstrual cycle.

Dr Emma Thurston, Senior Lecturer of Physician Associate at BU, and General Practitioner with a special interest in women’s health talks about her research investigating if medicine’s neglect of female sexual pleasure is impacting the uptake of hormonal contraceptives.

Rosie Harper Clinical Academic at BU and Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist at University Hospitals Dorset and Sally Sheppard Service Lead in Physiotherapy at University Hospitals Dorset Poole Pelvic Health Physiotherapy and Clinical Supervisor and Visiting Fellow at BU discuss pelvic floor dysfunction, current NHS support, and future developments to support those affected by symptoms of pelvic f...

Anna Marsh, a Clinical Academic Midwife based between Bournemouth University and University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust talks about her research on the use of social media within maternity services and her career journey.

An introduction to BU's Centre for Midwifery & Women’s Health. Abbie talks to Vanora Hundley, Professor of Midwifery; Carol Clark, Professor in Physiotherapy, and Dr Catherine Angell, Head of Department for Midwifery & Health Sciences. They discuss their areas of interest and the centre’s key areas of research: • Infant feeding and postnatal care • Care for mothers and babies in low and middle-inc...

Contains strong language and sensitive themes. Why is there such a difference between the educational achievements of boys on free school meals and those of other pupils? Beth De La Mare from BU is joined by guests Dr Alex Blower, Shaun Flores and Nick Elston to talk about the societal factors that contribute to the gap and what can be done to close it.

Bournemouth University is leading the way in advocating for a focus on the physical and mental wellbeing of athletes and those around them – more commonly known as ‘safe sport’. In this episode of Spotlight, we speak to Dr Keith Parry and Dr Emma Kavanagh about their work and research to create safe and inclusive sporting environments for all.

Ancient sites such as Stonehenge fascinate people across the world, with many questions about how and why these structures were created. One theory is that they were deliberately aligned to the celestial objects we see in our skies - the sun, the moon, and the stars. In this episode of Spotlight, we speak to skyscape archaeologist Dr Fabio Silva about the role of the sky for ancient societies and...

In this episode, we’re joined by Ann Barnes, Access and Participation Analyst, Academic Services, and Dr Keith Parry, Head of Department in the Department of Sport and Event Management. We talk about their project, ‘Inclusive Curriculum Evaluation – ICE’. The ICE project is part of BU’s activity to address inequalities and specifically our commitment to enhance the inclusivity of our curriculum.

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr Gelareh Roushan, Head of the Centre for Fusion Learning Innovation and Excellence and BU’s lead for our Race Equality Charter submission last year, and Jonathon Goode, Head of Fundraising and Alumni Relations. We discuss race equality – why it is so important and what BU is doing in this area both to support and to learn from students, staff and our alumni commu...

This podcast explores the difficulties minority ethnic communities face with dementia. It discusses challenges with diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and support. People from the community share their thoughts on dementia, how it's connected to lifestyle, and ways to reach the community with prevention.

Culture Corner with Elaine and Gloria is our dedicated podcast series featuring a wide range of topics related to culture, providing insights, discussions, and stories about various aspects of the BU community. In this episode we talk with the Reverend Ruth Wells from BU's Faith & Reflection team about the support they provide for students and staff, the importance of connections and curiosity, an...

Culture Corner with Elaine and Gloria is our dedicated podcast series featuring a wide range of topics related to culture, providing insights, discussions, and stories about various aspects of the BU community. In this episode, we meet Caroline Earth, BU's Orientation and Cultural Adaptation Officer, and learn about her role supporting international students' arrival in Bournemouth and at the univ...

From social media to self-help guides, we’re bombarded by messages that we should be happy all the time. But negative emotions, such as sadness or anger, are a normal part of life - and when we try to suppress them, they can become more overwhelming, meaning people could turn to harmful behaviours to help them feel better. In this episode of Spotlight, we speak to Dr Laura Renshaw-Vuillier, who ha...

Hear from BU's Vice-Chancellor Professor John Vinney as he discusses the results of the Research Excellence Framework 2021, speaking with staff members who helped with BU's submission, and helping to understand what the results mean for BU.

What is it that makes gold medal and championship winning athletes compete at such an exceptional level? Is it something you’re born with, hours of dedicated practice, or your psychological approach. Professor Tim Rees has explored what underpins world class sporting performance, and his research is now being used by national sporting organisations to support the identification and development of...

With the COP26 climate change conference on the horizon, the eyes of the world will be on how we can tackle rising temperatures and better protect our environment. In this episode of Spotlight, we speak to Professor of Conservation Ecology Adrian Newton about the impact climate change and human activity are having on the world around us and what can be done to reverse the damage. To find out more,...