Christopher Holliday researches animation history and digital media at King’s College London (UK). Alexander Sergeant is a Lecturer in Film and Media Studies at University of Portsmouth (UK), specialising in the history and theory of fantasy cinema. Each episode, they look in detail at a film or television show, taking listeners on a journey through the intersection between fantasy cinema and the medium of animation.
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Welcome to the War Studies podcast. We bring you world-leading research from the School of Security Studies at King’s College London, the largest community of scholars in the world dedicated to the study of all aspects of security, defence and international relations. We aim to explore the complex realm of conflict and uncover the challenges at the heart of navigating world affairs and diplomatic relations, because we believe the study of war is fundamental to understanding the world we live ...
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Welcome to Social Medicine On Air, a podcast where we explore the field of social medicine with healthcare practitioners, activists, and researchers. We examine the deep causes of health and disease, and dream of a world of justice. We are: Jonas Attilus, Sebastian Fonseca, Raghav Goyal, Brendan Johnson, Leila Sabbagh, & Poetry Thomas. Funding for our podcast received from Global Social Medicine Network - King’s College London, Department of Global Health and Social Medicine. Funds have been ...
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The FitMind Podcast: Mental Fitness, Neuroscience & Psychology
FitMind: Neuroscience, Meditation & Mental Fitness Training
Expert insights on the science of mental fitness. Topics include psychology, neuroscience, mental health, mindfulness meditation, productivity, brain technologies, Stoicism, happiness hacking, and more. Liam McClintock, the Founder of FitMind, talks with leaders in their fields, from neuroscientists and psychologists to Buddhist monks and professional athletes. At FitMind, we believe that the next great human frontier is the mind. FitMind combines ancient techniques with western psychology t ...
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Hi, you’re listening to Postdocalypse, a podcast by postgrad students about all things postgrad. The name comes from the idea that once you finish your PhD, there’s the big question for all of us whether we’ll continue along the academic path or take on of the many alternative routes that are on offer to us. We’re a team of PhD students at King’s College London, trying to navigate this crazy world and we’ll be sharing the highs and the lows of postgraduate study.
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King's College London is one of the top 10 UK universities in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2018/19) and among the oldest in England. King's has more than 31,000 students (including more than 12,800 postgraduates) from some 150 countries worldwide, and some 8,500 staff. King's has an outstanding reputation for world-class teaching and cutting-edge research. In the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF), eighty-four per cent of research at King’s was deemed ‘world-leading’ or ‘in ...
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Conversations on governance with leading social scientists around the world. Run by the Centre for the Study of Governance and Society at King’s College London.
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King's College London Middle East & North Africa Podcast
King's College London Department of Middle Eastern Studies
Established in September 2018, the Institute of Middle Eastern Studies draws together staff and students from across King’s College London working on the Middle East and North Africa. Based in a dozen departments, its over 30 faculty members produce world-class research on every country in the region. They are routinely asked by policy makers, civil society groups and media outlets both in the UK and elsewhere to provide expert analysis on events and developments in this important part of th ...
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ALL OF IT is a show about culture and its consumers. ALL OF IT is a show about culture and context. ALL OF IT is a show about culture and the culture. Our aim is to engage the thinkers, doers, makers, and creators, about the what and why of their work. People make the culture and we hope, need, and want the WNYC community to be a part of our show. As we build a community around ALL OF IT, we know that every guest and listener has an opinion. We won’t always agree, but our varied perspectives ...
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In this two-part series part series presented by EIS at King’s College London, economic experts explore an innovative and disruptive solution to the economic crisis caused by Covid19 – a financial bailout of the everyday household.
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In this series of ten video lectures Peter Adamson, Professor of Philosophy at the LMU in Munich and King’s College London, discusses the contributions of women intellectuals, mystics, and philosophers in ancient Greece, ancient China, the Islamic world, and medieval Europe. From Diotima to Christine de Pizan, we learn about the ideas of female thinkers and also about the challenges they faced in putting forward these ideas.
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Embark on a journey into the heart of ongoing tech research & innovation with 'New Era of Engineering' a series by Capgemini Engineering addressing key challenges for a more intelligent industry. Curious to learn about how some of today’s challenges are being tackled to create a more intelligent tomorrow? Join us as we guide you, through the cutting-edge world of AI, Sustainability, Automotive, Digital Twins, 5G, and more alongside prestigious technological pioneers and researchers.
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Prophet Jerome Fernando is a gifted minister of the five-fold ministry, a prolific preacher of God’s undiluted Word, an erudite teacher of deep revelations and called a ‘General of Faith’ by his spiritual parents Prophet Uebert Angel - the Godfather of the prophetic movement, and Prophetess Beverly Angel.Presiding over an ever exceedingly, expanding trilingual ministry in Sri Lanka and overseas, Prophet Jerome Fernando is the general overseer of the King’s Revival Church in Colombo Sri Lanka ...
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📡 EURO—VISION 🛰 the podcast. A series of weekly podcasts that compile conversations with activists, scholars, fisherpeople and artists, hosted by FRAUD, around the politics of extraction, migration and international agreements that are affecting communities and ecologies on a global scale and that perpetuate European colonial legacies. Speakers include: 📢 Prof. Adekeye Adebajo, Director of the Institute for Pan-African Thought and Conversation at the University of Johannesburg, South Africa. ...
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The cannabis industry is gaining traction across the world, as new medical discoveries, and multi-billion dollar businesses are grabbing the headlines on a regular basis. Experts predict the worldwide industry could be worth in excess of $300bn within 10 years, with Europe forming the biggest market within that, so there's plenty to get excited about. I want to find out more about what's happening, and I'm bringing you along for the ride. Join me - Anuj Desai - as I speak to a wide variety o ...
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Crafting the future: Beyond 5G: Coreless ran and Mesh Connectivity, with Toktam Mahmoodi from King’s College London
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Academic research traditionally focuses on intellectual curiosity and the search for the truth, while corporate research aims to help companies build and maintain competitive advantages and deliver profit. So how can these two worlds come together for mutual benefits? Toktam Mahmoodi, Professor of Communications Engineering and Director of the Cent…
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Urban Bush Women are a Brooklyn based performance ensemble that aims to use dance as a medium for their message. 40 decades ago, they were founded by 4 Black Women and to celebrate their 40th anniversary they're having a weeklong residency at Lincoln Center. We'll be joined by Pia Monique Murray, an associate producer of the 40th anniversary events…
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As a parent, your kid's wedding day is an exciting, emotional, and nerve wrecking time. But it can be easy to overstep and complicate things depending on your relationship with your child and their partner. Gabby Rello Duffy, senior editorial director of Brides Magazine, discusses her advice for parent etiquette on wedding days, and we take your ca…
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The History of Sex-Testing in the Olympics
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Who gets to decide if you're "woman enough" to play women's sports? Michael Water's new book, The Other Olympians, examines the long history of sex-testing at the Games through the lens of two trans athletes from the 1930s. Almost a century later, sex-testing in competitive sports remains in effect, with some global sports federations banning certa…
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As the Olympic Opening Ceremony kicks off today, we are being joined by Matthew Futterman. The deputy sports editor for The New York Times is live in Paris awaiting for the ceremony to begin as he walks us through what to expect from this years' games. *Kousha Navidar Guest-Hosts*By WNYC
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"Shaft." "Taxi Driver." "Midnight Cowboy." What do all these movies have in common? The old Times Square is a central setting. The Criterion Channel's new "Times Square" series is a curated list of movies that feature Times Square back when it was known for its, let's say, less than welcoming qualities. Curator Clyde Folley discusses his favorite o…
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Reimagining -- and Modernizing -- King Arthur
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The much-anticipated new novel from Lev Grossman, the bestselling author of the Magicians trilogy, provides a fresh take on the legend of King Arthur. The Bright Sword imagines a Camelot filled with broken people who want to not only rebuild their land, but themselves. He joins us to discuss. *This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.…
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French Cooking for Your Paris Olympics Watch Party
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We’re talking about French cooking ahead of the Paris Olympics. New York Times food writer Melissa Clark has authored over 40 cookbooks including Dinner In French. She joins toshare some recipes, hosting tips as well as her love of all things French. *This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.By WNYC
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A Thought-Provoking Documentary on Louis C.K.’s Continued Success
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A new documentary produced by the New York Times looks at Louis C.K.'s professional career and sexual misconduct scandals and subsequent success since 2017. Filmmakers Caroline Suh and Cara Mones join us to discuss "Sorry/Not Sorry," which is now playing at IFC Center and available on demand. *This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.…
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Lara Downes Previews "Rhapsody for This Land"
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Pianist and composer Lara Downes previews "Rhapsody for This Land: The American Odyssey in Music," a free concert at Brooklyn Bridge Park celebrating the centennials of WNYC and George Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue." Produced by St Ann's Warehouse, the show will broadcast live on WNYC starting at 6 PM, July 27, and feature a reimagining of "Rhapsody…
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Planning to watch the 2024 Olympics but not feeling like being alone at home? Today we speak with Eater editor Melissa McCart about the best sports bars in the city to watch with a crowd. Plus, we hear your recommendations.By WNYC
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A Scandalous Gilded Age Divorce (Women Behaving Badly)
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A new book tells the story of a divorce that made headlines in Gilded Age New York, after a high society woman admitted to her husband she was having an affair with his younger brother, and was possibly pregnant with his child. Author Barbara Weisberg joins us to discuss Strong Passions: A Scandalous Divorce in Old New York, as part of our series, …
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Brooklyn-based Writer and DJ Jive Poetic’s Innovative Memoir, 'Skip Tracer'
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Brooklyn-based writer and DJ Jive Poetic blends poetry and prose, music, photographs and genealogy to create what he calls a “printed mixtape” of his life. He joins us to discuss his new memoir, Skip Tracer, exploring cultural identity, Afro-Caribbean diaspora and masculinity.By WNYC
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What Are You Reading for the All Of It Summer Reading Challenge?
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We are a few weeks into the first-ever All Of It Summer Reading Challenge! All Of It producer Jordan Lauf joins us to check in on your progress, and hear what you're reading for the challenge. Plus, she recommends a few books you might want to check out if you're feeling stuck. The deadline to finish the challenge is the end of Labor Day Weekend!…
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Fantastic Cat is a band that formed in 2019, featuring musicians and friends Anthony D'Amato, Brian Dunne, Don DiLego, and Mike Montali. This summer they released their second album, Now That’s What I Call Fantastic Cat, and the band, described as a "mysterious Americana supergroup" by Rolling Stone, joins us in studio for a special live performanc…
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We continue our spotlight on Paris, the home of the 2024 Olympics. Today we speak with writer and editor Nick Mancall-Bitel about Eater's Guide to Paris. So if you're planning on visiting the City of Lights anytime soon, or just want to dream, we discuss the best places to grab a croissant, some of the best restaurants for dinner and how to dine li…
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Did Jill Ciment's 45 Year Marriage Begin as Grooming?
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When author Jill Ciment fell in love with her future husband, she was 17. He was 47, married, and with two children. Plus, he was her art teacher. That didn't stop them from having an affair, and they eventually married, remaining together until his death. Now, in the wake of the #MeToo movement, Ciment wonders about whether the ending of their sto…
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'Lyle Ashton Harris: Our first and last love'
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Bronx-born artist and photographer Lyle Ashton Harris joins us to discuss the new exhibit of his work currently on view at the Queens Museum. Lyle Ashton Harris: Our first and last love is running through September 22.By WNYC
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'someone spectacular' Play (Mental Health Mondays)
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In the new play, "someone spectacular," a grief counseling group goes off the rails when the grief counselor fails to show up for the session. Playwright Doménica Feraud joins us to discuss the show, which is based in part on her own experience losing her mother very suddenly. "someone spectacular" is running at the Pershing Square Signature Center…
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As we look towards the Paris Olympics, anyone looking for a vicarious trip to France should pick up the latest novel from James Beard Award-winning food writer and author Ruth Reichl. In The Paris Novel, a woman named Stella heads to Paris following the death of her estranged mother, and meets an octogenarian who opens her eyes to the world of fine…
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Fay Victor is a Brooklyn-born vocalist and bandleader who earlier this year released Life is Funny That Way, an album reimagining the compositions of pianist Herbie Nichols. Nichols was known for composing the music for Billie Holiday's famous song, “Lady Sings the Blues.” Ahead of her first headlining set at Dizzy's Club at Jazz at Lincoln Center …
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The High Line Celebrates 15th Anniversary
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This summer, The High Line is celebrating its 15th anniversary since when it first opened to the public in 2009. To commemorate the anniversary, learn more about the history of The High Line development and its surrounding neighborhood, we speak to Annik LaFarge, author of the book, On The High Line: The Definitive Guide, and we take your calls.…
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Archive Episode - Ex Machina (2014) (with Andrew Whitehurst)
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Chris and Alex welcomed Oscar-winning visual effects artist Andrew Whitehurst to the Fantasy/Animation podcast back in November 2019 for this reflection on the posthumanism of science-fiction parable Ex Machina (Alex Garland, 2014). Andrew kindly spoke with us about his role as Visual Effects Supervisor on the film (for which he received an Academy…
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Sometimes on Fridays we ask you about your weekend plans, so call us with what you've got going on! Plus, hear what's in store for this weekend from members of team All Of It, our WNYC colleagues, and other listeners. This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha NavidarBy WNYC
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A Black Shark Scientist on How to Make Marine Biology More Diverse
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Marine biologist and shark specialist Jasmin Graham faced some barriers to entry as a Black woman attempting to follow her dream of studying sharks. She chronicles that story, and tells us more about sharks, in her new memoir, Sharks Don't Sink: Adventures of a Rogue Shark Scientist. The book also discusses Jasmin's role in the foundation of Minori…
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'Hollywoodgate' Shows How the Taliban Became a Military Force
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A new documentary follows the Taliban in the aftermath of the United States withdrawal from Afghanistan and how Taliban forces occupied the Hollywood Gate complex, said to be a former CIA base. Discovering new military technology there, the Taliban slowly morphs from a militia into a robust military group. Director Ibrahim Nash'at discusses this ri…
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