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Humans of ID

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Inspired by the "Humans of.." concept of sharing stories originated by photoblogger Brandon Stanton in New York, Humans of ID is a podcast where students in the LSE Department of International Development sit down with classmates, instructors, and alumni to learn about their stories and how they are interacting with issues in, and approaches to, development. In these informal discussions, the Career and Professional Development team engages with guests, learning about their journey in the de ...
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Can You Hear Us? is a podcast by Monica Abad Yang and Madiera Dennison in partnership with the Department of International Development at LSE. The podcast is the first initiative of its kind in the Department and has the overall aim to prioritise BIPOC women and femmes' specific experiences and narratives by creating a space where we can discuss a multitude of topics that affect us as women, women of colour (WOC) and women in professional spaces such as: Colourism or Work Life Balance. The n ...
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Cutting Edge Issues in Development Thinking & Practice

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These podcasts are recordings from the Cutting Edge Issues in Development Thinking & Practice lecture series 2023/24, 2022/23, 2021/22 and 2020/21, a visiting lecture series coordinated by Professor of Development Studies, Professor James Putzel and Dr Laura Mann. The Cutting Edge series provides students and guests with fascinating insights into the practical world of international development. Renowned guest lecturers share their expertise and invite discussion on an exciting range of issu ...
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Women in ID

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LSE Department of International Development celebrates International Women's Day 2020 by interviewing three women in our department at different stages of their academic career. They tell us about their career journeys, highlights and barriers they have faced as well as what hopes they have for the International Development industry.
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Zooming in with ID

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Welcome to Zooming in with ID, a podcast by the Department of International Development at LSE. In this series, Professor in Practice, Duncan Green Zooms In with Department's scholars to find out what they're up to in lockdown and how their research relates to the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Events in ID

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Welcome to the Department of International Development at LSE events podcast. Tune in for recordings from a range of events in the Department, including lectures and panel discussions on vital subjects in the world of development. The podcasts include the Great Development Dialogue from 2020, an event on development in Asia with Deepak Nayyar and a coversation around Islamic Extremism in West Africa.
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ID: Student Experience

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Tune in to get an insight into student experience at the Department of International Development at LSE: from pre-arrival tips for incoming students to interviews with ID alumni on their experience of studying and subsequent career paths.
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Conflict Zone from the LSE

Conflict Zone from the LSE

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Cutting edge research into the drivers of intractable conflict. Our researchers bring together the big ideas and concepts needed to understand the causes of organised violence in the twenty-first century. We expose the political economy of organised violence: the networks of money and power that stand behind many of the world's trouble spots. Produced by the Conflict Research Programme, an international research project funded by the UK Department of International Development.
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Refugee Realities

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To help celebrate and bring awareness to Refugee Week UK 2023, we are pleased to introduce Season 3 of ‘Refugee Realities’, a podcast series created by students on the Forced Displacement and Refugees course in the Department of International Development. In the lead up to UK Refugee Week we’ll be releasing student-recorded podcasts each day. Like the course, the topics covered are eclectic. For a complete listing of Refugee Week events or to get involved, check out the Refugee Week website ...
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'From the Field' delves into the diverse world of development work across different geographic regions, spotlighting a singular country and a pertinent issue area in each episode. Aiming to weave a narrative around the experiences of individuals who dedicate themselves to development efforts. From tracing their career and academic journey to understanding their pivotal roles in the field and contextualizing their stories against the backdrop of the area's political and social history. By pri ...
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These podcasts are recordings from a programme of events hosted by LSE Department of International Development in September 2020, arising out of three years of research on Contracting Welfare Services to NGOs in China. It was funded by the ESRC and comprises an international team of researchers from the London School of Economics and Political Sciences, Beijing Normal University and University of New South Wales. The research was carried out over five locations in China and focused on three ...
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Curious about the world of development consultancy? Join us for a captivating conversation with Amelia Prestage, Chief Operation Officer for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa at Palladium, and an LSE alumna. With practical skills honed at organizations like Save the Children, the FCDO IMPACT Programme, and Health Poverty Action, Amelia shares ins…
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Prompted by our youngest team member’s desire for shorter podcasts on her regular commute to and from LSE, Can You Hear Us? is proud to present So We Heard, a series of bite-sized, informal chats dedicated to exploring academic theories, case studies, and current affairs within international development through the lens of black, indigenous, and wo…
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Prompted by our youngest team member’s desire for shorter podcasts on her regular commute to and from LSE, Can You Hear Us? is proud to present So We Heard, a series of bite-sized, informal chats dedicated to exploring academic theories, case studies, and current affairs within international development through the lens of black, indigenous, and wo…
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Embark on an inspiring journey with Professor Naila Kabeer as she shares the extraordinary chapters of her path so far! Explore the challenges she overcame, delve into her experiences in Bangladesh, and witness the transformative moments that shifted her focus to gender and feminism in development.By LSE Department of International Development
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Dr. Omar Al-Ghazzi, from the London School of Economics, shares his captivating journey through academia, offering listeners a unique perspective on pursuing passions while upholding essential values. His firsthand experiences in academia and his core takeaways serve as a vital guide for students poised to navigate their distinct routes in the prof…
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In season 4’s debut episode Can You Hear Us?, sits down with Dr. Lama Tawakkol, Lecturer in International Relations in the Department of Politics at the University of Manchester to talk about everything from her research on the Humanitarian Development Nexus in Jordan and Lebanon to her appreciation for definitions and Cairo’s urban revitalization!…
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Learn about the intricacies when mitigating a crisis that needs aid alongside LSE’s assistant professor Myfanwy James! Tune into the conversation on the complexities of how aid agencies navigate humanitarian crises like DRC marked by decades of violence and large influxes of forced migration. Engage and grapple with diverse pathways available when …
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Hop on the train and journey into the arena of international law alongside LSE's law Professor Gerry Simpson! Join us as we delve into the complexities of navigating the intersection between war crimes, international law, and the humanitarian system. Gain invaluable insights and advice on forging a successful path in this complex field. Whether you…
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Devoting her life to the study of African Political Economy, Professor Catherine Boone, based at the London School of Economics, delves into the complexities of her four-decade-long academic career. She navigates crucial trials and tribulations, providing insights into the potential challenge's when embarking on a journey in academia.…
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From Physics to activism in Latin America, senior strategic advisor at Oxfam Great Britain and Professor in Practice in International Development, Dr Duncan Green explores the prospects, skills and challenges involved in entering and working in the development sector.By LSE Department of International Development
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Prompted by our youngest team member’s desire for shorter podcasts on her regular commute to and from LSE, Can You Hear Us? is proud to present So We Heard, a series of bite-sized, informal chats dedicated to exploring academic theories, case studies, and current affairs within international development through the lens of black, indigenous, and wo…
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Prompted by our youngest team member’s desire for shorter podcasts on her regular commute to and from LSE, Can You Hear Us? is proud to present So We Heard, a series of bite-sized, informal chats dedicated to exploring academic theories, case studies, and current affairs within international development through the lens of black, indigenous, and wo…
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In the aftermath of the Republic’s collapse, a lack of shared understanding of policy priorities and effective civic interventions is impeding development of pathways toward stability for Afghanistan. The situation has since deteriorated across all scores of human security under the Taliban, with concurrent human rights, humanitarian, and political…
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In search of repair: The necessity of community development to mental health improvements in contexts of adversity. Speaker: Rochelle Burgess, University College London Discussant: Philipa Mladovsky, LSE Chair: Laura Mann, LSEBy LSE Department of International Development
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In the second part of our two-part discussion on children’s welfare and child-centric development, host Ragin Puri (CYHU Assistant Producer) and Sanjana Sunder (CYHU Assistant Producer) explore the intersections between child-centric development and gender. They dive into how poverty can be passed from generation to generation, leading to intergene…
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Inequality. Hyperglobalization. Historical legacies. Global value chains. Corporate social responsibility. Buyer-driven commodity. Many terms are used in the context of the garment industry in Bangladesh. The terms used depend on who speaks on the subject. In this podcast, the voice is given to journalist, dedicated activist, and labour rights defe…
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The war in Ukraine is an ‘axial event’ in twenty-first century history, in which the agency of Ukrainians will have, one way or another, a tremendous impact on the future of global security. From Ukrainian soldiers and emergency rescue teams operating on the frontline to the extensive web of civilian volunteers across the country, civic resistance …
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Dirk-Jan Koch and Clare Short discuss Dirk-Jan Koch's new book 'Foreign aid and its unintended consequences' (Open access). Foreign aid and international development frequently bring with it a range of unintended consequences, both negative and positive. This book delves into these consequences, providing a fresh and comprehensive guide to understa…
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In slightly more than a decade of independence, South Sudan has endured civil war and a shaky peace agreement that leaves over 11 million South Sudanese yearning for the a less violent future. Devastating war in neighboring northern Sudan once again underscores Juba’s acute dependence on revenue from oil exports, which have similarly been captured …
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On this week’s episode of Can You Hear Us?, Monica and Ragini are joined by development economist and author Shrayana Bhattacharya. After completing her training from Delhi University and the Harvard Kennedy School, Shrayana worked on research projects with the Institute of Social Studies Trust, SEWA and Centre for Policy Research. At present, she …
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Prompted by our youngest team member’s desire for shorter podcasts on her regular commute to and from LSE, Can You Hear Us? is proud to present So We Heard, a series of bite-sized, informal chats dedicated to exploring academic theories, case studies, and current affairs within international development through the lens of black, indigenous, and wo…
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In this episode Angeliki and Ziyaad explore how to make development a topic that is accessible for all. This draws on an article by PHD student Pauline Jerrentup entitled “‘Who knows what? The pitfalls of academic jargon’”. The link is as follows: https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/internationaldevelopment/2023/03/14/who-knows-what-the-pitfalls-of-academic-ja…
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How can we best protect people displaced for environmental reasons? In this episode María José Maldonado and Natalie Jade Catanach interview Manuel Marques Pereira, Head of Division of Migration, Environment, and Climate Change and Risk Reduction, at the International Organisation for Migration (IOM – UN Migration). Mr. Pereira discusses the protec…
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How are refugee experiences gendered, and what is the role of education in empowering female migrants and refugees? In this episode, Freya Thompson chats with Olivia Darby, Chief Programmes Officer at the WONDER Foundation. A women-led charity, WONDER seeks to support women and girls through education. Since 2018, the organisation has been working …
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What role can refugees themselves play in responding to displacement, and how can we improve mechanisms that allow displaced communities to have an input into relief efforts? In this episode, Yanis Amirat and Maud Guibert sit down with Farida Abdulrahman, a Syrian refugee and former Head of Accountability at Violet Organization. Based in Gaziantep …
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Accessing employment is a challenge facing many refugees wanting to integrate in a new country. Trampoline is a London-based café that aims to tackle this by providing refugees in the city with meaningful employment opportunities. In this episode, Rebecca Huggett, Sales Manager at Trampoline Café, joins Katherine Velastegui Córdova in discussing it…
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The Can You Hear Us Team is excited to Introduce So We Heard — an informal coffee chat series that, like Can You Hear Us, creates a space for black, indigenous women and femmes of color to discuss and understand anything related to international development without the pressure of having to sound intelligent while doing it. In the first episode, ho…
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“Duality is a useful lens to have for International Development because if we are not aware of these dualities, how can we work on improving the system and eliminating them?” - Emonie This week on Can You Hear Us, Monica and Madeira discuss dualities in International Development alongside Emonie Ayiwe; a Finnish-Nigerian Luxembourger with a master'…
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The Humans of ID Podcast is back for 2023 with a brand new series! In this first episode of season two, MSc students Alice, Angeliki, Joe, and Ziyaad speak about the four different master's programmes currently offered by the Department of International Development: Development Management (DM), Development Studies (DS), Health and International Dev…
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“International development encourages us to view the world as a ‘bigger picture’.” -Doris Huang “When we are talking about international development, we do need to be mindful of the fact that the reason inequalities exist is because they were created. If the west is prosperous, they did so at the cost of someone else not being prosperous.” - Ragini…
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This panel examines the record of digital technologies and asks what we might do to re-engineer them to fulfil their early promise. Fibre optic internet cables have now connected almost every part of the world into a giant web of networks. Pundits once claimed this infrastructure would allow everyone to raise her voice, speak her mind, learn from o…
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National and global approaches to climate change alleviation are very inadequate because they ignore the important role played by wealth, income and consumption inequalities. Reducing these will be essential for humanity to meet the climate change — and there are feasible ways to do this. Speaker Jayati Ghosh taught economics at Jawaharlal Nehru Un…
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Development studies frames food and fuel riots as the crowd response to the stimulus of price changes, as indicators of impact of economic shocks or policy reforms. In this dashboard view of the world, the masses respond automatically to spikes in the price of gas or bread, sending signals to governments and the international community that inflati…
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International development is a field in which expert knowledge, drawn primarily from the social and natural sciences, has long been dominant. We know that complex global problems require multidisciplinary approaches and solutions, but how and where do the arts and humanities fit in? In their new open access book New Mediums, Better Messages: How In…
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This presentation explores the impact of the pandemic on workers across four key sectors of the Palestinian economy: health, education, agriculture, and construction. As with elsewhere around the world, Palestinian workers have experienced multiple challenges due to the Covid-19 pandemic and its associated mitigation measures. In the occupied Pales…
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Economics and science fiction share many interrelations that are rarely recognised. Firstly, a lot of economics is science fiction. Many economists believe in the fiction that they are practising ‘science’, while many also believe in the fiction that progress in ‘science’ (and thus technology) is the solution to virtually all economic problems. Say…
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After an exam-induced break over the summer, the Humans of ID podcast is back! In this episode, host Nune Harutyunyan chats to fellow MSc student in Development Management, Becky Asselin. Becky speaks about the social enterprise she founded and runs, Everoot, which helps businesses get B-Corp certified, a recognition of performance, accountability,…
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In this episode, Jasmin Arciero and Oliver Nixon interview Alexa Netty, the trustee and chair of the steering committee of SolidariTee. SolidariTee is a charity that supports NGOs offering legal aid to forcibly displaced people​, and so they begin with a discussion on the importance of legal ​aid as a key facet of refugee support. They also touch o…
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