The Sociology Show

In this episode, Matthew talks to Dr Rachel Allison all the way from Mississippi about her research on women's sport. Rachel is the author of 'Kicking Center: Gender and the Selling of Women's Professional Soccer' and she takes a particular focus on the structures and formation of women's soccer leagues and the impact this can have on attendances and public interest in the sport. Become a supporte...

In this episode, Matthew talks to anti-Feminist Judith Charpentier. Judith explains why she feels that Feminism is not achieving its goals of gender equality and why it is often hypocritical in its judgments on men. Judith also questions many of the claims made by the Feminist movement and considers if many western countries truly are still patriarchal. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://...

In this episode, Matthew talks to Dr Jenny Van Hooff from Manchester Metropolitan University. Jenny's work looks at issues of Intimacy, couples, sexual practices, commitment and in this podcast the discussion flows from how relationships have changed, the fascination with monogamy, reasons for infidelity and how traditional gender roles persist in many relationships. Become a supporter of this pod...

In this episode, Matthew talks to Ali and Reece about studying A-level Sociology. Ali is currently a year 12 completing the end of year one of a two year course and Reece is now a third year degree student having completed his A-levels previous to this. Ali and Reece give their advise on how to navigate the A-level course, some tips on revision and how to deal with sensitive discussions. Become a...

In this episode, Matthew talks to Dr Ruth McKie about her work on climate change denial, delay and obstruction. Ruth explains how issues around climate change are controlled in the media and how those with power can push back or deny the evidence of climate change. Ruth also explains the positive changes in the movement especially in terms of the future and the importance of youth demonstrations....

In this episode, Matthew talks to Dr Wendy Podd about the benefits of a Sociology degree. Wendy discusses some examples of famous people who have studied Sociology and then explains findings from her research on Sociology graduates in terms of what they are doing now and how they use their Sociology qualification in their current employment. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker...

In this episode, Matthew talks to Dr Mark Doidge from the University of Brighton about the proposed new European super league within the world of football. Mark outlines what the new competition was planned to look like, why it is so controversial and why it began to collapse as soon as the plans were revealed across the media. Mark applies some Sociology to the events from the likes of Grmasci an...

In this episode, Eric Miller discusses the importance of the socialisation process, gender expectations during this period, feral children and also the fundamentals of the nature versus nurture debate. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-sociology-show--4318027/support .

In this episode, Matthew talks to Male Sexual Abuse Specialist - Phil Mitchell about men's issues and the recent explosion of misandry on social media. Phil discusses examples of misandry and explains why it is often ignored or dismissed but also how this can be damaging to the self identity of boys and young men. You can find out more about Phil and his work here - https://counsellorinleeds.co.uk...

Before we head off for an Easter Break - a very quick update and a call out for your own Sociology podcasts. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-sociology-show--4318027/support .

In this episode, Matthew talks to Prof Micheal Rosino from Molloy College in Long Island, New York. Michael's teaching and research interests include race and ethnicity, political sociology, social movements, media, and human rights. He has just released his first book - Debating the Drug War: Race, Politics, and the Media. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-s...

In this episode, Carey Allen explains what is meant by the term Moral Panic and uses the Cohen study of mods and rockers to introduce terms such as folk devils and deviancy amplification. In the second half of the episode, Carey explains the classic Stuart Hall study 'Policing the crisis'. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-sociology-show--4318027/support .

In this episode, Matthew talks to Dr David Scott from The Open University. David's research interests include the ethical foundations of penal abolitionism; the historical relationship between penal abolitionism and the politics of social justice; and anti-carceral approaches to prisons, punishment and the social harms of state-corporate power. His books include Against Imprisonment , Controversia...

In this episode, Matthew talks to Deanna Dadusc, Roxana Pessoa Cavalcanti and Stephen Burrell about the issue of violence against women and girls following the kidnap and murder of Sarah Everard. The discussion focuses on what the murder of Sarah Everard tells us about society already and considers the systemic and structural changes that need to happen in order to tackle this ongoing issue. You c...

In this episode, Matthew talks to Duncan Exley about his book 'The End of Aspiration? Social Mobility and Our Children’s Fading Prospects'. Duncan discusses some of the people he spoke to via semi structured interviews about their experiences of moving up from a working class childhood into a higher social status and some of the challenges they encountered on that journey. Become a supporter of th...

In this episode, Matthew talks to Sarah McLaughlin about studying Sociology as an adult through an access course. Sarah explains the structure, grading and content of the course and what students can expect. She also talks through some of the challenges of returning to the classroom as an adult especially for those that have spent some time out of education. Become a supporter of this podcast: htt...

In this episode, Matthew talks to the comedian, journalist and political satirist - Andrew Doyle. Andrew is perhaps best known for being the co-creator of the fictional character Jonathan Pie and for being the man behind the Titania McGrath parody account on twitter. In part one Andrew talks about Titania in relation to the culture wars, the social justice movement and wokeism. In the second half...

In this episode, Matthew talks to Richard Driscoll who is a teacher at Shenzhen College of International Education about his experiences of teaching the subject in China for the last seven years. Richard explains how Sociology has gained a very high status amongst the students and also about a recent webinar he delivered linking Sociological issues to the pandemic. Become a supporter of this podca...

In this episode, Matthew talks to Dr Jasmine Harris - an Associate Professor of Sociology at Ursinus College. Jasmine holds a Ph. D in Sociology from the University of Minnesota, a Masters degree in Public Communications from the Newhouse School at Syracuse University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Women’s Studies from Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, NY. Dr. Harris’ research, writing, a...

In this episode, Matthew talks through some key studies that are useful for the beliefs and religion topic covering issues such as Scientology, secularisation, spirituality, age and religion and apostasy. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-sociology-show--4318027/support .

In this episode, Matthew talks to Dr Kate Herrity from the University of Cambridge and Dr Jason Warr from De Montford University about their new book - Sensory Penalties. Sensory Penalties reflects an explosion in explorations of the sensory and disrupts conventional expectations of both form and focus by expanding anthropological practices and craft into the field of criminology and criminologica...

In this episode, Matthew talks through some key studies that are useful for the Crime and Deviance topic on issues such as masculinity, green crime, ethnicity, cyber crime and increasing female crime. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-sociology-show--4318027/support .

In this episode, Matthew talks to Dr Brian McDonough who is course leader in the Faculty of Sport, Health and Social Sciences at Solent university in Southampton. Brian discusses his new book; Flying Aeroplanes and Other Sociological Tales: An Introduction to Sociology and Research Methods including chapters such as 'The sociologist and the stolen bicycle'. Become a supporter of this podcast: http...

In this episode, Matthew talks through some key studies that are useful for the Education topic such as ethnicity, Social class, gender, the national curriculum, streaming and the effectiveness of sanctions. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-sociology-show--4318027/support .

In this episode, Matthew talks to Professor Nicola Ingram. Nicola is Professor of Sociology and Education at Manchester Metropolitan University. Her research is focused on young people and social inequalities in education and work. She has published widely on these issues and her recent books include: Working-Class Boys and Educational Success: Teenage Identities, Masculinities and Urban Schooling...