The South Bank Think Tank: Recent Episodes
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Welcome to The South Bank Think Tank. Hosted by London South Bank University (LSBU), the podcast covers the big questions in our society across community health, digital innovation, sustainability, education and social justice.
In today’s episode, we’re looking at the importance of queer media and, in particular, the lifeline it provides for people in rural areas. Whilst city life can provide a community of acceptance for those who identify as LGBTQ+, living in more remote areas can leave these people feeling isolated. Jamie Windust talks to us about the role of queer publications in speaking to people in all corners of the world and providing them with authentic, real stories.
Guest host: Susie Rae
Guest: Jamie Windust
Introduction/final thoughts: Matt Rogers, Jodie Morris
Producer: Alex Rule
In today’s episode, we’re tackling a difficult topic: violence against women and girls. The death of Sarah Everard in March 2021 has brought issues surrounding violence against women to the forefront of our minds and under increased media spotlight. But to what extent is our news coverage portraying an accurate presentation of these issues?
Hosts: Matt Rogers, Jodie Morris
Guests: Dr Christine Magill, Dr Tirion Havard
Producer: Alex Rule
In today’s episode, we’re taking a look at digital performance as it becomes an evermore important medium in the future of the arts, not least since the onset of the Coronavirus pandemic. Like many others, theatre professionals have moved to remote day-to-day working, as well as adapting their shows so that audiences can participate from their homes. We ask how the emergence of digital technologies is changing the way performers interact with their audience.
Hosts: Matt Rogers, Jodie Morris
Guests: Tanya Roberts, Dan Barnard
Producer: Alex Rule
This episode, we’re focusing on carbon emissions. Recorded during the UK’s second lockdown, government policies during the Covid-19 pandemic have drastically altered patterns of energy demand around the world. With people travelling less, working from home and changing their consumer behaviours, we ask - is lockdown the silver bullet to kick-start a climate change revolution?
Hosts: Matt Rogers, Jodie Morris Guests: Chris Barnes, Thomas Empson Producer: Alex Rule
Our chat covers what addiction really is, how it manifests in our behaviour and the relationships that change when you say no to a drink. We'll also discuss cultural drinking during the festive season, including how legislation, marketing and our friends influence our drinking habits. Oh, and of course, we’ll touch on whether there’s actually a cure for a hangover.
Hosts: Matt Rogers, Jodie Morris Guests: James Morris, Neil Hudson-Basing Producer: Alex Rule