Best Alexandra Knight Podcasts (2024)

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Coping with Climate Anxiety - with Dr Alexandra Knight 39:56

11d ago39:56

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Have you heard of, or are you experiencing, eco-grief or climate anxiety? For many STEM researchers, including those in the mathematical and data sciences, this is becoming a very real thing as they explore and tackle problems and questions about the environment and climate. But just how serious of a problem is this for the STEM community? A group …

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Demi Riquisimo: How people like to be fed music, planning ahead and previous aliases 51:50

23h ago51:50

51:50

Semi Delicious label owner, Demi Riquisimo is up next on the podcast! We talk about starting a label to release his own music, finding balance between studio time and traveling, the start of Demi Requisimo and previous aliases, planning ahead, highdeas, Glastonbury, dad jokes and more!

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Meg Ward: Navigating the highs and lows of the music industry, Glastonbury and handing over to your idols 52:34

9d ago52:34

52:34

This week I sit down with rising star Meg Ward and lots of giggles were had! We chat all about how she started out, the challenges that she has come across so far, navigating the highs and lows of the industry as well as bands that are making comebacks, the best festival on earth- Glastonbury and more! Find Meg here: https://www.instagram.com/meggy…

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It's Not Easy Being Green (Sir Gawain and The Green Knight) 2:20:33

13d ago2:20:33

2:20:33

Camelot! King Arthur! Guinevere! Morgan Le Faye! This episode C and John tackle Arthuriana and take on the tale of Sir Gawain and The Green Knight! What it means, the mystery behind the author, the connections to nature, and, most of all, the queer undercurrents of the classic poem. Yep, it’s a special Pride episode where we also talk about lgbtia+…

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Talking with... Dr Alison Knight 28:25

20d ago28:25

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In this episode, we are joined by Dr Alison Knight. Dr Knight is Senior Lecturer in Early Modern Studies in the English Department at Royal Holloway University of London. We discuss her expertise in various understandings of the Bible in the early modern period and her best advice on how to apply for academic fellowships. Her first monograph The Da…

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Scientific Graphic Design for Communicating Research - with Dr Jess Jopf 49:00

27d ago49:00

49:00

People love stories. That simple fact all too often gets lost by scientists when it comes to communicating research. In this episode, we chat to someone who helps researchers tell their stories. Not with words. But visually, using graphic design. Dr Jess Hopf decided to combine her two passions, science and graphic design, into a business where she…

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Will Clarke: podcast disasters, DJ fees and weird fan requests 1:44:09

1M ago1:44:09

1:44:09

Welcome to season 6 of Can U Put Me On Guestlist?! And what better way to kick things off than with fellow podcaster and all round legend, Will Clarke. From podcast disasters, to DJ fees, life on the road, weird fan requests, deathbed meals and more - we cover it all in this episode. If you haven’t yet checked out Will’s podcast yet, then you need …

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The Mathematics of Bushfires - with Professor Jason Sharples 43:01

2M ago43:01

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It’s only been a few short years since we witnessed the power of bushfires here in Australia. The summer of 2019 and 2020 brought us Australia’s most catastrophic bushfire season ever. The 2019-20 bushfires destroyed more than 3,000 homes, killed more than 30 people, and torched tens of millions of hectares of land and forest. With the effects of c…

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You Spin Me Right 'Round, Baba Yaga, Right 'Round 2:00:10

1M ago2:00:10

2:00:10

Baba Yaga! The old witch of the woods, but she wasn't always that way. Her stories are shaped by those who told them and now Mythsogyny is taking a crack at those tales. Examine Baba Yaga's name, lifestyle, her infamous chicken legged hut, and of course her dark appetites. References https://www.thecambridgelanguagecollective.com/europe/baba-yaga h…

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Understanding Maths Struggles - with Dr Jacob Paul 55:03

2M ago55:03

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Why do some people struggle with maths? In this episode, we chat with Dr Jacob Paul from The University of Melbourne’s School of Psychological Sciences, where he leads the Maths at Human Scale Lab. The focus of his research is to understand maths learning disorders, including something called dyscalculia. Jacob tells us what it means for children a…

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Talking with... Professor Hilary Carey 25:40

2M ago25:40

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In this month's episode, we are joined by Professor Hilary Carey. Professor Carey is Professor of Imperial and Religious History at the University of Bristol with expertise in the history of global empires. In this episode, we discuss her current projects related to British imperialism and her advice on putting together applications for academic pr…

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Building Blocks of the Universe - with Professor Alessandro Sfondrini 39:07

2M ago39:07

39:07

This episode of The Random Sample gives you a glimpse into some of the mathematics and physics that is used to understand the building blocks of the universe. A research program at the MATRIX mathematical research institute earlier this year explored the deep connections between mathematics, quantum field theory, and string theory. One of the organ…

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Truth, Justice, and The Egyptian Way: Hatshepsut and Ma'at 2:02:32

3M ago2:02:32

2:02:32

Hatshepsut is a controversial pharaoh and it's purely because she was a pharaoh and one of the greatest by most accounts (and in our opinion). Join us as we examine her life, legacy, and the misogyny that tainted both and led to her nearly being erased from history. *Note: Senenmut actually died before Hatshepsut, but he still faced the brunt of th…

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Using maths to explore the music of Taylor Swift - with Dr Nathan Garland 37:54

3M ago37:54

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We admit it - even The Random Sample can't resist the hype around the world's biggest music star - Taylor Swift. Almost on a dare from his wife - and to make a point with his students - Griffith University's Dr Nathan Garland decided to open up his mathematical toolkit and explore the music of Taylor Swift. In this episode, Nathan tells us what he …

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Talking with... Professor Giles Gasper 20:33

3M ago20:33

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In this episode, we talk with Professor Giles Gasper ⁠⁠(Durham University) about his recent research and advice on academic projects. Giles is principal investigator on the inter-disciplinary Ordered Universe project to edit, translate and contextualise the scientific works of Robert Grosseteste (c.1170-1253).…

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What's In The Box? Misogyny 1:03:42

4M ago1:03:42

1:03:42

Pandora! The first woman and the first woman that men hated. Funny how that works out. Join C and John as they explore the Ancient Greek myth of the first woman, rom her humble origins as a punishment to all men to inspiring other myths about women ruining everything. Theme is Ancient Wind from Harumachi via Pixabay Recipe available on Tiktok @Myth…

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Introducing Mythsogyny 2:51

4M ago2:51

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An introductory jaunt into the world of mythsogyny that introduces our earnest hosts, C. Alexandra and John Cherry Cordial.By Mythsogyny

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Olivier Geynot: DICE's mission to get people out more 46:18

5M ago46:18

46:18

Ending season 5 of the podcast is a guest that I have wanted to get on the show for such a long time, and we finally made it happen! Olivier started his career in marketing, working in senior roles at global consumer brands including, O2, Vueling and Lucky Strike. However, his passion for music, and a firm belief that it is a powerful way to connec…

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Francis Mercier: 'the more you do, the more you want to achieve' 51:02

5M ago51:02

51:02

Haitian-born, New York based DJ and produce, Francis Mercier is next up on the podcast! With over nearly 150 sold out shows last year, including shows that he’s always dreamt of such as Burning Man, Coachella, Tomorrowland and Space Miami as well as 11 releases, Francis is on fire right now and has no sign of slowing down. We chat all about his rap…

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Talking with... Professor Catherine Rider 16:47

5M ago16:47

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In this episode, we talk with ⁠Professor Catherine Rider ⁠(University of Exeter) about her recent research and public outreach. Catherine Rider's recently co-edited the book ⁠Magic in Malta: Sellem bin al-Sheikh Mansur and the Roman Inquisition, 1605⁠ (2022). She is also the author of numerous books and articles, including ⁠Magic and Religion in Me…

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Jess Bays & MC DT: Staying relevant in a fast moving industry 43:03

6M ago43:03

43:03

This week I am joined by not one, but two incredibly talented artists, Jess Bays and MC DT. Known worldwide for his famous hook, 'We're loving it, loving it, loving it®' award-winning MC DT is one of the UK Garage scenes pioneers. Coinciding on past line ups with Jess Bays, who over the last few years has become one of the standout artists of recen…

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Esther Chan: Being PA to Jamie Jones and the logistics behind Paradise Ibiza 54:18

6M ago54:18

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It's always strange interviewing one of your best friends! But also the perfect excuse for a good catch up and a giggle on the sofa :) Esther Chan is up next. Esther was PA to Jamie Jones for 7 years until recently transitioning into Artist and Production Coordinator for Paradise Ibiza. We talk all about working so closely with one of the biggest D…

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Humility: The Secret History of a Lost Virtue- Interview with Professor Christopher Bellitto 31:12

6M ago31:12

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This episode's guest is Professor Christopher Bellitto (Kean University). He is Professor of History at Kean University in New Jersey and a specialist in the Middle Ages, church history and reform. He serves as series Editor in Chief of Brill’s Companions to the Christian Tradition and Academic Editor at Large for Paulist Press. His publications in…

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Rossi.: 'I feel like I’ve just figured out what it takes and what it’s like to be a DJ' 1:04:46

7M ago1:04:46

1:04:46

We're kicking off the year with a chat with one of the nicest guys in the game, Rossi. And what a pleasure it was to sit down with him and look back on his incredibly successful 2023, whilst getting to know more about his journey so far. From being an actor, starring in London's Westend shows such as Mary Poppins (playing Michael Banks btw!) at the…

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Talking with... Professor Craig Harline 26:41

7M ago26:41

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In this episode, we talk with Professor Craig Harline (Brigham Young University) about his recent research and how to start on a new research project. Craig Harline's most recent book is A World Ablaze: The Rise of Martin Luther and the Birth of the Reformation (OUP). He is the also author of numerous other books, including Miracles at the Jesus Oa…

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Neurodiversity and the dance music industry with Alexandra Annable and Tristan Hunt 47:28

7M ago47:28

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On today's episode we explore the relationship between neurodiversity and and its wider relevance within the dance music scene with Alexandra Annable who is the head of brand partnerships at Jukebox and Tristan Hunt who is a Music Industry ADHD Coach. We talk all about their own experiences and how the dance music industry has allowed them to be th…

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Why Host a Podcast?! 51:25

8M ago51:25

51:25

In this episode, The Random Sample switches things up a bit. The people who usually ask the questions on this podcast, our hosts, are actually our guests.We explore why these researchers wanted to also become podcasters and what they’ve learnt along the way by hosting this podcast. Our hosts turned guests for this episode are: Rose Crocker is an ap…

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Sn 6 #22: Helen Sara Johnson- Female Engineers At The Intersection of Identity and Authenticity 44:50

8M ago44:50

44:50

Helen Sara Johnson is a Doctoral Researcher at Loughborough University, as well as an HR Business Partner with Manufacturing Technology Centre. Helen has over 20 yrs of experience in global engineering and manufacturing organizations and is currently working on her Ph.D. which explores the conflict female engineers may experience between gender and…

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Sn 6 #21: Alexandra Knight - Empowering Women In STEM To Inspire The Future 35:13

8M ago35:13

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Today's guest on the Hazard Girls podcast is Alexandra Knight. Alexandra is a Chartered Engineer and worked in STEM industries for over 15 years before founding STEMAZING, an organization dedicated to inspiring a more diverse and inclusive STEM future. Having role models who are diverse gives everyone the opportunity to "see what they can be." Haza…

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The Maths of Wi-Fi with Professor David Skellern 50:49

8M ago50:49

50:49

It’s hard to imagine a time before Wi-Fi – or what we’d do without it. Especially, if you’re under the age of 25. But thanks to the work of some brilliant Australian scientists, wireless internet is a part of our everyday lives. Our guest for this episode is Professor David Skellern, one of the Australian scientists who won the race in the late 199…

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Sn 6 #19: Elissa Lorch - Valuable Advice And Guidance For Women In Construction 26:37

8M ago26:37

26:37

The Hazard Girls podcast is excited to welcome Elissa Lorch, Regional VP of Sales at Reconstruction Experts to the program. Elissa and Host Emily Soloby discuss the importance of building others up to create a better, stronger team, how she manages responsibilities during a time of significant company growth, and shares some of the unique tools and…

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Baloo: Saudi Arabia's booming music scene - From behind closed doors to 750k+ festival goers in 3 years 47:07

8M ago47:07

47:07

‘I didn’t expect this to happen in my lifetime’, Chief Creative Officer of MDLBEAST, Baloo is next on the podcast, and what an insightful conversation it was. Before private events went public in 2019 in Saudi Arabia, with the establishment of the General Entertainment Authority, Saudi’s music scene had been thriving for the past two decades behind…

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Sn 6 #19: Shane Woods - On A Mission To Increase Girls’ Interest In STEM 39:17

8M ago39:17

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Shane Woods is the Executive Director of Girlstart, a national women-led organization whose mission is to increase girls’ interest and engagement in STEM. Shane is a nationally recognized, award-winning leader and speaker in science and education, equity, STEM, and leadership. Hazard Girls Host Emily Soloby talks with Shane about why STEM is critic…

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Drunken Kong: What’s the dance music scene like in Japan? 48:35

8M ago48:35

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Discovering what the dance music scene is like in other parts of the world is something that fascinates me. And when it’s somewhere as exciting as Japan, it fascinates me even more. And honestly, I don’t think there is a better duo to tell the story than Tokyo based techno duo, Drunken Kong. Recently releasing on Drumcode and playing Ultra Tokyo a …

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Talking with... Professor David Maxwell 23:48

8M ago23:48

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In this episode we speak with Professor David Maxwell (University of Cambridge) about his research on African Christianity, the advantages of visiting fellowships, and how to get editorial experience in academia. To read more about David Maxwell's research, see his latest book, entitled ⁠Religious Entanglements. Central African Pentecostalism, the …

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Sn 6 # 18: Sanya Mathura - On A Mission To Empower Women In STEM 38:34

9M ago38:34

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Sanya Mathura is the Founder of Strategic Reliability Solutions Ltd. based in Trinidad & Tobago as well as an accomplished author (links below). Hazard Girls host Emily Soloby discusses Sanya's incredible journey, the various books she's authored or co-authored as well as her passion for empowering women in STEM. Learn more about your ad choices. V…

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Emerging Leaders in Statistics 53:16

9M ago53:16

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This episode of The Random Sample introduces you to three brilliant statisticians! The three have been selected to present the inaugural Horizon Lectures at the upcoming Australian Statistical Conference next month. The Statistical Society of Australia established the Horizon Lecture awards for this year’s conference to recognise emerging leaders i…

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Indira Paganotto: When your dreams come true… What’s next? 42:41

9M ago42:41

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After playing in over 4 continents, 92 cities and 29 countries in 2023, headlining over 40 festivals globally including Kappa, EXIT, Monegros, Sonus, Extrema, DGTL and Time Warp as well as all major clubs and venues around the world, curating her own nights at Amnesia Ibiza, playing Tomorrowland Main Stage and so much more, two questions come to mi…

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Sn 6 #17: Sarah Noel Block - Helping Tiny Teams Achieve Big Results 31:36

9M ago31:36

31:36

Today's special guest is Sarah Noel Block, the founder of Tiny Marketing, a marketing strategist for the construction industry, and the creator of an award-winning content platform. Her company has been featured in Forbes Magazine and Entrpenure Magazine. While her client roster includes household names such as Apartments.com Prudential, her heart …

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Sn 6 #16: Sally Morse - Entrepreneurship And The Notion That Creativity Loves Motion 37:59

9M ago37:59

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Sally Morse is Co-founder of Spectra Supply, Product Creator for Spectra Gloves as well and Director of Unify Safety Supply. On this episode of the Hazard Girls podcast, host Emily Soloby talks with Sally about how she came to play pivotal roles in these organizations. Sally shares with us how she started Spectra Supply from nothing including findi…

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Superstars of STEM 50:24

9M ago50:24

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There is still a lot of work to do before Australian girls and women have an equal opportunity to learn, work and engage in STEM. So says the Australian Government’s Department of Industry, Science and Resources. The Department’s 2023 STEM Equity Monitor shows that: Women make up 37% of enrolments in university STEM courses. Only 15% of STEM-qualif…

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