Doctoral Dialogues

In this episode of the  Doctoral Dialogue  podcast, we’re joined by Maggie Go, a third-year PhD researcher at the University of Westminster. Maggie discusses her research on the nuanced portrayal of China’s influence within U.S. foreign policy, exploring how power in international relations extends beyond military and economic strength to include cultural and ideological dimensions. She...

In this episode of the  Doctoral Dialogue  podcast, we’re joined by Lauren Holton, a fourth-year PhD researcher at the University of Westminster. Lauren discusses her research into feminist artist filmmaking, with a particular focus on collaboration. Her thesis,  Differentiated Publics: A Study of Collaboration in Feminist Artist Filmmaking , examines the work of Petra Bauer, Andrea...

In this episode of the  Doctoral Dialogue  podcast, we’re joined by Jess Porritt, a first-year PhD researcher working across Tourism and Events and Architecture and Cities at the University of Westminster. Jess explores transformational experiences in ultra-marathons and marathon environments, focusing on how experience design influences the depth and longevity of personal transformation...

In the first episode of Series 4 of the  Doctoral Dialogue  podcast, Megan Carnwright is joined by PhD researchers Dimitri Hui Ken Chong and Kaigan Carey. Dimitri discusses his research on home-making practices among asylum seekers and refugees, exploring how individuals create a sense of belonging in the face of displacement, as well as the violence and trauma often embedded within thes...

In this episode of the  Doctoral Dialogue  podcast, we’re joined by Ellen Nolan, a PhD researcher at the University of Westminster. Ellen discusses her research centred on the archive of her great-aunt, Nita Harvey, documenting Nita’s journey as an actor in 1930s Hollywood. Nita, a British beauty contest winner, was selected by Cecil B. DeMille and starred in the pre-code film  Sear...

In this episode of the  Doctoral Dialogue  podcast, we’re joined by Victoria Burgher, a practice-based PhD researcher at the University of Westminster working in ceramics. Victoria discusses her research into porcelain and its relationship with whiteness and colonialism, reflecting on how materials can carry historical and cultural meanings. She traces the development of her practice, in...

In the first episode of Series 3 of the  Doctoral Dialogue  podcast, we’re joined by Laura König, a practice-based PhD researcher at the University of Westminster. Laura discusses her project  Skin Hunger , which explores the relationship between physical and metaphorical experiences of human touch. Her research focuses on “skin hunger,” a psychological condition associated with tou...

In this episode of the  Doctoral Dialogue  podcast, we’re joined by Carl Jones, a senior lecturer at the University of Westminster and PhD researcher at the Royal College of Art. Carl shares his journey from a career in advertising into academia, and his current research exploring how advertising can be decolonised. His work brings together a literature review of Latin American and Indig...

In this episode of the  Doctoral Dialogue  podcast, hosts Helen Glew and Josh Mead are joined by Stav B, a PhD researcher in visual arts at the University of Westminster. Stav discusses her research on the lesbian body in London theatre clubs between 1988 and 2019, exploring the cultural and political influences that have shaped these spaces, including the impact of Section 28 and the CO...

In this episode of the  Doctoral Dialogue  podcast, Helen Glew and Josh Mead from the University of Westminster discuss Kiu Sum's PhD journey in nutrition.  Kiu, a third-year PhD student, explores how medical doctors can be healthier to better serve patients. She accidentally fell into nutrition, finding passion in its interdisciplinary aspects, including policy and psychology.&nbsp...

In this episode of the  Doctoral Dialogue  podcast, we’re joined by three PhD researchers from the University of Westminster: Anna Kaxira, Kiu Sum, and Francesco Arese Visconti. Anna discusses her research on the environmental governance of anaerobic digestion in the UK, highlighting the interconnected nature of environmental systems and policy.  Kiu shares her work exploring doctor...

In this episode of the  Doctoral Dialogue  podcast, we’re joined by two PhD researchers from the University of Westminster: Renan Porto from Westminster Law School and Piero Latino, a dual PhD student studying at Westminster and the Sorbonne. Renan shares his research on the ecology of cocoa crops in North-East Brazil, reflecting on how his personal background has shaped his academic foc...

In this episode of the  Doctoral Dialogue  podcast, we’re joined by two PhD researchers from the University of Westminster: Stav B from the Department of Media and Communications, and Mahmoud Aldraimli from the School of Computer Science and Engineering. Stav B, a first-year doctoral researcher, discusses her work on archiving lesbian women performers, reflecting on how the pandemic...

In this episode of the  Doctoral Dialogue  podcast, we’re joined by two PhD researchers from the University of Westminster: Steven Barclay from the Department of Media and Communications, and Khaoula Zitouni from the School of Humanities. Steven, a fourth-year doctoral student, discusses his research on BBC school broadcasting between 1957 and 1979, exploring the role of media...

In the first episode of Series 1 of the  Doctoral Dialogue  podcast, we’re in conversation with Gustavo Espinoza Ramos, a PhD researcher from the School of Law at the University of Westminster. Gustavo discusses his research exploring the relationships between mining companies, partnerships, and conflict in Peru, with a particular focus on the social and environmental challenges facing c...

Welcome to Series 1 of the  Doctoral Dialogue  podcast, where doctoral researchers from the University of Westminster share the stories behind their research, the challenges of PhD life, and the experiences that shape their academic journeys. From sustainability and migration to media, neuroscience, and the arts, this series explores a wide range of research topics while offering honest...