In this latest episode of Talking Around the Library Tree, host, Louise Speakman is joined by Andrew Barker. The Lancaster University Library director discusses his role, his history in libraries, challenges for the sector, "Being brave", Mills and Boon novels and ambitions of being a Flâneur. So sit back, grab a brew and get an insight into what m…

In this special episode, host, John Barbrook (Factulty Librarian for Medicine) chats to special guest, Dr Rianna Price (Project Co-ordinator for the Ethics, Values, and Poliicy Initiative) about her research: Medicalisation of Queerness in India from 1977-2020. They also discuss using LGBTQ+ resources in your research. Useful links mentioned: Decol…

This episode of Talking around the Library tree focuses on Refugee Week and the library support available to the refugee and asylum seeker community in Lancaster. This episode features James Stephens (University of Cumbria Library), Allanah Hodgkinson (Lancashire County Council) and Bob Frost (Lancaster University Library). Here are the weeks event…

In this final episode in the series; Fabiha, Nicola and Paul talk about career pathways, skills and qualifications, pay and rewards in university libraries and the wider information sector.By Lancaster University Library

In this second episode of three; Fabiha, Nicola and Paul talk about emerging technologies such as AI and how libraries are often at the forefront of digital innovation.By Lancaster University Library

In this first episode of a trilogy; Fabiha, Nicola and Paul talk about their roles at Lancaster University Library. They also talk about the wide variety of roles within the library team (can you guess how many?) and the wider library and information sector.By Lancaster University Library

In this episode, award winning librarian, Louise Speakman chats with Andy about his new role at Lancaster University Library. Louise talks to Andy about being a librarian, an author, awards ceremonies, celeb spotting, Linkedin Learning, the differences between being a morning person and a night owl, and sharks. It's certainly not your average libra…

In this episode, award winning librarian, Louise Speakman chats with Andy about his new role at Lancaster University Library. Louise and Andy talk about being a librarian, an author, awards ceremonies, celeb spotting, Linkedin Learning, the differences between a morning person and a night owl, and sharks. It's certainly not your average library cha…

Change to the usual format for episode 4. Enjoy

It’s back and bigger than ever! Episode 3 of everyone’s favourite podcast

Back for Episode 2. This time featuring Dylan and another housemate, Paul. Enjoy!

First episode of the podcast ‘Escape to the Gateau’. This episode features my housemate, Dylan