From Newcastle

Dr Gareth Longstaff talks to Izzy about the significance of queer culture outside of London, gender identity in education and his plans for an LGBTQ+ Archive of the North East.

Professor Sara Walker and Dr Greg Mutch talk to Izzy about climate change, fuel poverty and the future of energy.

Dr Skyler Hawkins talks to Izzy about ethnic minority representation in politics and academia, decolonising the curriculum and how we can all become better allies in the fight for racial equality.

Professor Tom Scharf talks to Izzy about the widespread misrepresentation of older people in the media, why we need a more aspirational view of ageing and later life and the importance of solidarity between different generations.

Dr Tina Sikka talks to Izzy about some of the myths, misconceptions and rumours that have arisen during the pandemic.

Dr Chloë Duckworth talks to Izzy about the relevance of archaeology in today’s society.

Professor Richard Dawson talks to Izzy about the devastating impact of flooding and what we can do to reduce the risk of extreme weather in the future.

Professor Ruth Plummer talks to Izzy about the Geordie Cancer Drug which was developed in Newcastle.

Professor Liz Todd and Luke Bramhall talk to Izzy about the VOICES project and understanding the challenges children face.

Welcome to From Newcastle, a new fortnightly podcast from Newcastle University. In Series One ‘Research From Newcastle’ our host Izzy sits down with world-leading academics to uncover the stories behind their work and how their research is changing lives around the world. From Newcastle Podcast launches on 10 May. From Newcastle is a podcast from Newcastle University. If you'd like to find out mor...