Reframe Podcast Series

Join us on the Research Reimagined podcast as we uncover the fascinating journey of women in American Football. From pioneers like Jennifer Welter, who shattered the glass ceiling in 2015 by securing a coaching post, to the remarkable 15 women now strategizing on the field as coaches. Yet, beneath the surface, questions linger. What lies beneath these triumphs? How far must women's American Footba...

The UK has a long history of protest, from the suffragette movement of the early 1900s to the miner’s strikes in the '80s - protests are fundamental to UK democracy. Disruptive tactics have been used throughout history, however activist groups like Extinction Rebellion and Just Stop Oil have generated widespread controversy over recent years for damaging public monuments and causing disruption at...

In this episode of the Research Reimagined podcast, we’re joined by Dr Ali Bowes , lecturer in the Sociology of Sport at Nottingham Trent University. Having recently appeared in a powerful new Netflix documentary entitled Game On: The Unstoppable Rise of Women’s Sport, Ali discusses her role in the film, and with the start of the world cup, she talks about the current picture in women’s profession...

In his book, parkrun: An Organised Running Revolution , David draws on new research to shine a light on parkrun’s success and unpack what makes this free, weekly activity such a popular community event. In this episode, David talks to Helen about some of the themes that are included in his book, such as inclusivity, community and health. David also unpacks the ethos: ‘it’s a run, not a race’ - a s...

In this true crime episode of the Research Reimagined podcast, we’re joined by Serena Simmons , Chartered Psychologist and Senior Lecturer at Nottingham Trent University, to help us answer these questions and more as she unpacks the psychology of serial killers. Serena brings with her lots of experience as a specialist in serial violent crime: as well as being the lead researcher for recent Amazon...

Often referred to as “fashion’s biggest night out,” or the “fashion Oscars”, the Met Gala is a star-studded fundraising gala held for the benefit of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute in New York City. Welcoming celebrities, creatives and industry giants, invitations are highly sought after for this annual celebration of fashion, which is held on the first Monday in May every year....

What amazing things can happen when you bring local people, community organisations and researchers together in a revolutionary new project? Co(l)laboratory, an exciting new eight-year initiative from the Universities of Nottingham, aims to find out. Helen is joined by Rebekah Smith McGloin - Director of the Doctoral School and Research Operations at NTU - and Matthew Young - Co(l)laboratory Docto...

The conversation around transgender athletes in sport has divided opinion both in and out of the sporting sphere. It’s a complex topic that has led to many international and domestic sports organisations updating their regulations on the inclusion of transgender athletes. However, the current media narrative appears to be missing one side of the debate: are the policies and decisions that exclude...

In this International Women’s Day special episode of the Re:search Re:imagined podcast, we hear from NTU Associate Professor, Natasha Hodgson and Lecturer, Daisy Richards from the School of Arts and Humanities, who join us to discuss gender, diversity and representation through time. By taking examples from both the past and the present, Natasha and Daisy explain how the representation of women in...

Effective marketing can go a long way towards the success of a political campaign. By saying the right things and positioning arguments in a certain way, politicians can create a brand image that can influence public perceptions and ultimately win votes.  What are some of the tricks that politicians use when speaking to their voters, and what should we look out for? The guests in this episode are...

Happy New Year... or is it? 🤔 Many of us find January the most difficult month of the year, and there’s a reasonable explanation as to why we might be feeling so low. January brings with it short days, icy temperatures, a long wait for payday, and - sometimes - unachievable New Year’s Resolutions. In this episode of the Re:search Re:imagined podcast, we talk to Dr Daria Kuss , a Chartered Psychol...

We typically think of addiction as involving drink or drugs, but what about the internet, video games, work, sex, or even exercise – can we be addicted to activities such as these? In this episode of the Research Reimagined podcast, we speak to distinguished NTU professor, Dr Mark Griffiths , who is an expert in behavioural addiction. Mark gives the lowdown on how someone might become addicted to...

To find out more about Natalie's research, you can follow her on Twitter: @NatalieBraber. To find out more about Amanda's research, you can follow her on Twitter: @BriggsGoode.

This Black History Month (October 2022) and World Mental Health Day (10 October 2022) edition of the Re:search Re:imagined podcast, Dr Dung Jidong , a researcher in the Department of Psychology at NTU discusses the racial bias and discrimination facing black people in the UK when it comes to receiving mental health support, and how this affects African and Caribbean mothers in particular. Dung dis...

There’s been a surprising surge in exorcisms in recent years. The thought of exorcisms may bring to mind scenes from horror movies like "The Exorcist" - but how accurate are these depictions? And how does the law apply to religious practices like exorcisms? Resident NTU expert Dr Reverend Helen Hall gives a fascinating insight into religious freedom, consent and the law in the very first episode o...

NTU resident experts, Professor John Groeger and Lecturer John Rumbold explore how our body functions during the sleep cycle, how different sleep disorders work, and how the law applies to sleepwalking crimes. To find out more about our guests' research, you can follow John Groeger on Twitter @SleepWellSci , and visit John Rumbold's Academia site: https://nottinghamtrent.academia.edu/JohnRumbold....