UWE Bristol

In episode 2 we talk about the research methods of interviewing and photo elicitation and consider the role of language translation during data collection and analysis (this episode is in two parts).

In this episode, we are joined by Professor Kieran McCartan, Professor of Criminology at UWE Bristol, and an expert in applying public health strategies. Our focus is exploring a subject that is as challenging as it is crucial: the prevention of child sex abuse. Child sex abuse affects more children than most people realise, so highlighting the urgent need for effective prevention strategies is vi...

In this episode we speak with two leading researchers, Professor Nikki Cotterill and Dr Bahareh Vahabi, whose work to address continence issues through community-based solutions and digital tools and the science related to bladder disorders, including the devastating effect of ketamine and impact of Corona virus, is transforming research into real-world care. confidenceapp.uk courses.uwe.ac.uk/L59...

There are many people in and across the University who are driving change. In this special changemaker podcast series we shine a light on some of our Black academics and the excellent work they are doing in the university and outside to help drive change. In this episode, Stephanie talks to Professor Emmanuel Adukwu about his work and how he is driving change. Emmanuel has had a varied career and...

In this first Bristol Distinguished Address Series event of Spring 2025, Nick Hounsfield (Founder of The Wave) and Host, Maggy Blagrove (Founder of Open Minds Active) explored all things Blue Health. Nick shared his personal journey and vision for The Wave, the first inland surfing destination in the UK, a 26-million litre artificial wave pool powered by solar energy. Together with Maggy and guest...

In this podcast episode, we explore the revolutionary potential of 3D-printed food, with our guest Dr Alexandros Stratakos, who is an Associate Professor in Sustainable Agri-Food Production at UWE Bristol. We will delve into how this innovation could bring taste, variety, and safety back to the table for those living with dysphagia. uwe.ac.uk/news/dysphagia-study blogs.uwe.ac.uk/research-business-...

Dr Peter Brindle and Marc Griffiths are joined by Huda Hajinur co-founder and Director of Caafi Health, and Dr Ilhem Berrou, Senior Lecturer on the Independent Prescribing Programme at UWE Bristol to explore some of the causes of health inequalities, how trust underpins our communities’ interactions with the health and care system and the impact Caafi Health are creating through designing and deli...

In this episode of the Bristol Distinguished Address Series, we celebrate Bristol’s Global Majority cultural scene through an array of voices and works of those who have made it thrive, inspired by the Black History Month 2024 theme of 'Reclaiming Narratives’. The Host for the evening, Dr Edson Burton, is a poet, drama writer, curator, historian - and UWE Bristol alum. He is the author of poetry c...

This special BDAS event celebrated the remarkable life and achievements of Dr Guy Bailey. Within this, Dr Roger Griffith MBE and guests shared the story of Guy Bailey, his pivotal role in the 1963 Bristol Boycott and who, after a degree at UWE Bristol, founded the first Black housing association in the South West. The evening was a tribute to Dr Bailey and proved a powerful demonstration of the va...

Dr. Praveen Kumar, Associate Professor in Stroke Rehabilitation and Physiotherapist at UWE Bristol joins us in this episode to talk about his work in the field of stroke rehabilitation and the development of robotic telepresence and how it can support people at home with the exercises and social interaction. Robotic telepresence is a mobile robotic platform, and through this robot, participants ca...

In this episode of the Bristol Distinguished Address Series, we hear from Danielle Mulder, who leads the BBC’s approach to sustainability across operations, programming, and communications. Named UK Green Business Leader of the Year in 2023, Danielle shares her insights on leadership, environmental sustainability, and the business case for biodiversity. She has spearheaded the BBC’s “Nature Positi...

Noor Nixon, Inclusive Practice Project Manager at UWE Bristol and Antony Hill, Principle Investigator and Dean of Learning and Teaching at the College of Health, Science and Society, UWE Bristol, discuss the design and development of inclusive learning resources that enable workforce culture and behaviour change related to racism and discrimination in healthcare and education across the South West...

In this episode of the Bristol Distinguished Address Series, we hear from Co-op Group's CEO and UWE Bristol alum, Shirine Khoury-Haq, as she shares her ideas on the values that underpin good business. This was the final event held as part of the Autumn BDAS series of 2024. Shirine is Group CEO at Co-op, the first female Chief Executive in the company’s 180-year history and the first from an ethnic...

In this episode of the Bristol Distinguished Address Series, we feature a unique conversation between Andrew Kelly (Bristol Ideas) and internationally renowned Bristol land artist, sculptor, and UWE Bristol alum, Sir Richard Long. This special event is presented in collaboration with the UK’s national festival of the humanities, Being Human 2024, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year wit...

There are many people in and across the University who are driving change. In this special changemaker podcast series we shine a light on some of our Black academics and the excellent work they are doing in the university and outside to help drive change. In this episode, Xavier talks to Ann de Graft-Johnson about her career and how she is driving change. Ann is Senior Lecturer in Architecture and...

There are many people in and across the University who are driving change. In this special changemaker podcast series we shine a light on some of our Black academics and the excellent work they are doing in the university and outside to help drive change. In this episode Stephanie talks to Professor Angelina Sanderson-Bellamy about her impressive career to date and the incredible projects she is w...

There are many people in and across the University who are driving change. In this special changemaker podcast series, we shine a light on some of our Black academics and the excellent work they are doing in the university and outside to help drive change. In this episode, Xavier talks to Shawn-Naphtali Sobers about his work and how he is driving change. Shawn and Xavier talk about the importance...

In this episode, Marc Griffiths, Pro-Vice Chancellor for Health and sponsor for the Integrated Care Academy (ICA) at UWE Bristol, and Dr Peter Brindle, Visiting Professor and Specialist Consultant, introduce the ICA and discuss where it connects across the health and care spaces and with whom.

There are many people in and across the University who are driving change. In this special changemaker podcast series we shine a light on some of our Black academics and the excellent work they are doing in the university and outside to help drive change. In this episode, Xavier speaks to Amy Saleh about the work she is doing to bring Black literature into schools, focusing on the Princess & The H...

There are many people in and across the University who are driving change. In this special changemaker podcast series we shine a light on some of our Black academics and the excellent work they are doing in the university and outside to help drive change. In this episode, Stephanie talks to Malcolm Richards about his work and how he is driving change. Malcolm talks about the importance of communit...

Join us for the latest exciting event in our Bristol Distinguished Address Series, recorded live at the Watershed in Bristol. A conversation with Camilla Rigby and Rachel Mostyn, Co-Founders and CEOs of Bristol-based business the Women's Work Lab, as they explain how and why they are doing well by doing good. Since launching, Women’s Work Lab has supported over 300 women – mostly single parents, m...

In this episode of the Bristol Distinguished Address Series, you can listen back to an inspirational conversation with Levi Roots, Chef, musician and entrepreneur and Sherrie Eugene-Hart, an Award-Winning Broadcaster, as Levi shares his story of finding success against the odds. Levi Roots is a chef, musician and entrepreneur who shot to fame in 2007 launching his Reggae Reggae sauce on Dragons’ D...

In this episode of the Bristol Distinguished Address Series, we are joined by Poku Osei, founder and CEO of Babbasa. This event was in collaboration with the Equity programme and hosted by Rania Regaieg, former Student's Union President and UWE graduate. Listen more from the Bristol Distinguished Address Series: https://soundcloud.com/uwebristol/sets/bristol-distinguished-address Watch the Bristol...

In this episode of the Bristol Distinguished Address Series, we were joined by Dr Jonny Keeling, Head of BBC Studios Natural History unit. This event contained videos which were unable to be recorded, so please bare this in mind when listening. Listen more from the Bristol Distinguished Address Series: https://soundcloud.com/uwebristol/sets/bristol-distinguished-address Watch the Bristol Distingui...

In this episode, we speak to Dr Mahwish Khan and Dr Chloe Tarrabain who discuss their new research project examining the impact of Covid on people's experiences of maternity and motherhood. You can read more about this project here: https://blogs.uwe.ac.uk/leadership-and-change/the-invisible-labour-of-maternity-leave/ This podcast series is hosted by Bristol Business School and Bristol Law School...