The Rhodes Trust Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Rhodes Scholars take part in the world’s longest established scholarship programme by taking up postgraduate study at Oxford University.
Sophie Ryan speaks to Kumi Naidoo, human rights and climate justice activist.
Roads Less Travelled is a series of conversations with remarkable individuals who have, in one way or another, taken a road less travelled to discover their vocation. The aim behind the podcast is to share stories in the hope that we can shine a light on some practical wisdom for those of us still forging our own paths.
A transcription of the podcast is available: https://www.rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk/pages/roads-less-travelled-kumi-naidoo/
Sophie Ryan speaks to Nicholas Kristof, American journalist and political commentator. A winner of two Pulitzer Prizes, he is a regular CNN contributor and an op-ed columnist for The New York Times.Roads Less Travelled is a series of conversations with remarkable individuals who have, in one way or another, taken a road less travelled to discover their vocation. The aim behind the podcast is to share stories in the hope that we can shine a light on some practical wisdom for those of us still forging our own paths.
In this episode of Roads Less Travelled, Sophie Ryan speaks to Mindy Chen-Wishart. Their conversation covers Mindy’s journey to becoming the Dean of the Faculty of Law at Oxford University, her vocation for teaching, and her work shining a light on structural racism in academia through #RaceMeToo.Podcast Transcript: https://www.rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk/pages/roads-less-travelled-mindy-chen-wishart-podcast-transcript/
Sophie Ryan speaks to Francisco Blaha, an ex-fisherman and scientist turned independent fisheries adviser. Their conversation explores Francisco's work in the area of sustainable fishing, the value of lived experience in creating policy, the double edged sword of expectations, and above all, the importance of the community and people who support us on our journeys.
Our new three part podcast series (available on Spotify and Apple) features three Rhodes Scholars, talking to Scholars in Residence about what it takes to be a climate leader:
Malcolm Turnbull and Brian O'Callaghan Dr. Katharine Wilkinson, Claire Wang, and Grace Henry Rhiana Gunn-Wright and Wawa Gatheru
Our new three part podcast series (available on Spotify and Apple) features three Rhodes Scholars, talking to Scholars in Residence about what it takes to be a climate leader:
Malcolm Turnbull and Brian O'Callaghan Dr. Katharine Wilkinson, Claire Wang, and Grace Henry Rhiana Gunn-Wright and Wawa Gatheru
Our new three part podcast series (available on Spotify and Apple) features three Rhodes Scholars, talking to Scholars in Residence about what it takes to be a climate leader:
Malcolm Turnbull and Brian O'Callaghan Dr. Katharine Wilkinson, Claire Wang, and Grace Henry Rhiana Gunn-Wright and Wawa Gatheru
Rhodes Scholar Sara Rotenberg and Atlantic Fellow, Dr Shubha Nagesh talk about the impact that COVID-19 has had on people living with disabilities and how we must prioritise accessibility and inclusion in recovery plans. The transcript of this podcast is available on our website.
Welcome to the Rhodes Community! Find out what it's like to be a Rhodes Scholar studying at Oxford University by listening to this podcast series. Manpreet, Anish and Ezzaty walk us through what their first two terms in Oxford has been like - how they've coped, studying during a global pandemic, and what they've enjoyed, despite the restrictions!
Welcome to the Rhodes Community! Find out what it's like to be a Rhodes Scholar studying at Oxford University by listening to this podcast series. Manpreet, Anish and Ezzaty walk us through what their first two terms in Oxford has been like - how they've coped, studying during a global pandemic, and what they've enjoyed, despite the restrictions!
Welcome to the Rhodes Community! Find out what it's like to be a Rhodes Scholar studying at Oxford University by listening to this podcast series. Manpreet, Anish and Ezzaty walk us through what their first two terms in Oxford has been like - how they've coped, studying during a global pandemic, and what they've enjoyed, despite the restrictions!
Welcome to the Rhodes Community! Find out what it's like to be a Rhodes Scholar studying at Oxford University by listening to this podcast series. Manpreet, Anish and Ezzaty walk us through what their first two terms in Oxford has been like - how they've coped, studying during a global pandemic, and what they've enjoyed, despite the restrictions!
“Don’t be an idiot, apply!” Recorded back in February, Elizabeth talks to Brian and Rahul about her diverse and impactful career trajectory. She reflects on applying for the role of founding director of the Kenan Institute for Ethics (at Duke University), her time as President of Agnes Scott College, and what it’s like being the first female Warden of the Rhodes Trust.
Rahul talks to Cyrus about the nuanced nature of privilege, the significance of inclusion, and how blindness has informed his professional journey.
Katie and Brian talk to Jennifer about her work as a special representative for environment and water resources, with personal rank of ambassador, in the U.S. Department of State; her involvement with the Montreal Protocol and her philosophy of impact.
In the first episode of Impact, Rahul and Dan talk to Megan Wheeler about her transition from being a Neuroscientist, to a Clinical Psychologist, and then to the Executive Director of the Schmidt Science Fellows.
Rahul talks to Edwin about his experience of coming out in South Africa, the nature of shame, and how being diagnosed with HIV informed his outlook on life.
Hailed by Nelson Mandela as "one of South Africa's new heroes", Justice Edwin Cameron (South Africa-at-Large & Keble 1976) speaks to Rahul Bajaj (India & Linacre 2018) about his experience as a young gay man growing up in South Africa, his time at Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar, coming out and the nature of privilege.
Maria talks to Jean and Yan about what makes fantasy literature magical, why parts of it are culturally inflected and what we can do re-imagine its future. She also explains what experimental humanities is and why it's so important.
Does time exist in poetry? Why is poetry important and how can it transform our world? Maureen N. McLane speaks to Mimi Borders about the necessity of poetry in today's world, her writing style, where she writes her poetry, and reads her poem 'Best Laid'.
Sasha Polakow-Suransky speaks to Shantel Marekera & Michael O'Keefe about his experience as an op-ed editor at the New York Times, his deputy editor role at Foreign Policy, and his experience as a Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University. He also discusses his book, 'Go Back to Where You Came From: The Backlash Against Immigration and the Fate of Western Democracy', and the current state of political journalism.
Interviewed by Rahul Bajaj (India & Linacre 2018), Tarunabh Khaitan speaks about the relationship between the activist and the scholar, the Indian Law Review, and what gives him hope about the rule of law and legal academia.
Tarunabh is Professor of Public Law & Legal Theory at Oxford University and the Hackney Fellow in Law at Wadham College. He helped draft the Indian Anti-Discrimination and Equality Bill 2017. His research on discrimination law has been quoted and relied upon by the Indian Supreme Court. He writes regularly for newspapers and blogs and in 2018, was awarded the Letten Prize, an award given biennially to a young researcher under the age of 45 conducting excellent research of great social relevance. He is using a part of the award towards setting up the Indian Equality Law Programme, aimed at capacity-building for early career scholars.
Rhodes to Law is a series that sheds light on the career trajectories, personal stories and experiences of Rhodes Scholars who have gone on to attain distinction in the legal profession. We hope that this interview series will serve as a valuable resource for those interested in the law generally and Rhodes Scholars, past present and future, considering a career in the law.
Rhodes to Law is a series that sheds a light on the career trajectories, personal stories and experiences of Rhodes Scholars who have gone on to attain distinction in the legal profession. We hope that this interview series will serve as a valuable and rich resource for those interested in the law generally and Rhodes Scholars, past present and future, considering a career in the law. Tarun Khaitan is Professor of Public Law & Legal Theory at Oxford University and the Hackney Fellow in Law at Wadham College. He helped draft the Indian Anti-Discrimination and Equality Bill 2017. His research on discrimination law has been quoted and relied upon by the Indian Supreme Court. He writes regularly for newspapers and blogs and in 2018, was awarded the Letten Prize, a 2 Million Norwegian Kroner award given biennially to a young researcher under the age of 45 conducting excellent research of great social relevance. He is using a part of the award towards setting up the Indian Equality Law Programme, aimed at capacity-building for early career scholars.
“Dance with your impostor syndrome, remember to breathe, and remember that you’re brilliant and deserve to be here.” In our final episode of #WelcometotheRhodesCommunity our #RhodesScholars talk about what to do in Oxford and how to make the most out of your experience as a Rhodes Scholar. As Kabelo Murray explains, “Oxford is such a weird place…and finding its little treasures and hidden gems (that you can make your own) are the things that are going to make your time here special.” Tasmanian Tiger specimens at the Natural History Museum, scones at the Rose and exploring all of the parks, are just a few of their recommendations.
This Podcast Series will give you an insight into the Rhodes Scholar journey, from being a ‘Scholar Elect’ to a becoming a ‘Current Scholar’. In this week’s episode, ‘Your first few weeks as a Rhodes Scholar' the Scholars discuss their first few weeks as a Rhodes Scholar and as a student at the University of Oxford.
This Podcast Series will give you an insight into the Rhodes Scholar journey, from being a ‘Scholar Elect’ to a becoming a ‘Current Scholar’. This week’s episode, ‘What to Bring to Oxford’ will focus on the various things our Scholars packed and any advice they would give to new Scholars.
“Who you end up in business partnership with is probably one of the most important decisions that you can make.” Out today is the first of six podcast episodes on building sustainable venture ecosystems, recorded at the recent #RhodesVenture19 Forum. Swati Mylavarapu, co-founder of @incitedotorg, talks us through her time at Google.org, the start-ups Quid and Square, as well as Incite.org, the business she co-founded. Swati also talks about how to decide who to go into business with.
“I think it's important for women to get to have that opportunity just to connect informally and feel...less alone.” In episode three of the #RhodesVenture19 podcast series Abigail Seldin speaks about her time as a Rhodes scholar in Oxford; the first venture she co-founded, College Abacus; and her experience as a woman in the start-up world. Named as one of Forbes Education “30 Under 30,” Seldin and her team has worked with the White House and U.S. Department of Education as beta partners in launching the Obama Administration’s College Scorecard initiative, and is the CEO of the Blue Bead Foundation.
“If everyone says something's a good idea, it probably means you're all wrong.” In episode four of the #RhodesVenture19 podcast series, we hear from Steve Caddick, Director of Innovations at the Wellcome Trust. Find out about Steve's involvement with translating ideas from a research setting into an impactful venture; the biotech spinout company he co-founded called Thiologics; and his commitment to listening to diverse opinions before making important decisions.
“Fundamentally you learn much more by doing, than anything else.” Listen to the second episode in our #RhodesVenture19 podcast series! Andrew Barnes is the CEO and co-founder of GO1.com, which has raised over $45m in VC funding. He was named one of the Top 30 Under 30 Social Entrepreneurs by Forbes (2016) for his role in co-founding Libromat. In this episode we'll be speaking to Andrew about the start of his passion for finding creative solutions in education; Libromat and GO1.com; and how he managed to found these innovative ventures alongside his postgraduate studies.
“If you're going to dedicate your life to doing something, it has to be worthwhile.” In this episode of the #RhodesVenture19 podcast series, Matt Rogers, Shige Honjo and Amy Honjo discuss their life stories and their involvement with innovative ventures. Matt and Shige talk of their time at Apple and Matt, Shige and Amy also discuss their experiences at Nest, which built the first machine learning thermostat. Listen to find out what Star Wars can teach us about entrepreneurship as well!
“Concentration of technological development is bad for fairness.” In the final episode of our #RhodesVenture19 podcast series, Tshilidzi Marwala, Vice Chancellor and Principal of the University of Johannesburg, talks about his life story and his involvement with innovative ventures. We'll be speaking about innovation spaces at the University of Johannesburg; entrepreneurship's role in the context of the fourth industrial revolution; and the dangers of concentrating technological innovation in the Global North.
Recorded at the 4th Annual Rhodes Healthcare Forum, Rhodes Scholars and experts discuss the global drive to achieve universal health coverage which included the treatment for mental healthcare, equality and inclusivity in healthcare, and transformative tools and patient therapies.
The podcasts will be on the following topics: 1. Introduction: From Surviving to Thriving 2. Mental Healthcare Coverage 3. Equal and Inclusive Healthcare Coverage 4. Transformative Tools and Patient Therapies
Recorded at the 4th Annual Rhodes Healthcare Forum, Rhodes Scholars and experts discuss the global drive to achieve universal health coverage which included the treatment for mental healthcare, equality and inclusivity in healthcare, and transformative tools and patient therapies.
The podcasts will be on the following topics: 1. Introduction: From Surviving to Thriving 2. Mental Healthcare Coverage 3. Equal and Inclusive Healthcare Coverage 4. Transformative Tools and Patient Therapies
Recorded at the 4th Annual Rhodes Healthcare Forum, Rhodes Scholars and experts discuss the global drive to achieve universal health coverage which included the treatment for mental healthcare, equality and inclusivity in healthcare, and transformative tools and patient therapies.
The podcasts will be on the following topics: 1. Introduction: From Surviving to Thriving 2. Mental Healthcare Coverage 3. Equal and Inclusive Healthcare Coverage 4. Transformative Tools and Patient Therapies
Recorded at the 4th Annual Rhodes Healthcare Forum, Rhodes Scholars and experts discuss the global drive to achieve universal health coverage which included the treatment for mental healthcare, equality and inclusivity in healthcare, and transformative tools and patient therapies.
The podcasts will be on the following topics: 1. Introduction: From Surviving to Thriving 2. Mental Healthcare Coverage 3. Equal and Inclusive Healthcare Coverage 4. Transformative Tools and Patient Therapies
Caiwei Huang, a Schwarzman Scholar joins The Rhodes Ahead: Public Leadership Series to reflect upon public leadership in the 21st century. In particular, this series looks at the challenges of ethical leadership, cultural understanding, and communication in today's fast-moving inter-connected world.
Maitha AlMemari (United Arab Emirates & University 2018) is a Rhodes Scholar reading for a Master of Public Policy at the Blavatnik School of Government. She joins The Rhodes Ahead: Public Leadership Series to reflect upon public leadership in the 21st century. In particular, this series looks at the challenges of ethical leadership, cultural understanding, and communication in today's fast-moving inter-connected world.
Bahaa Attaallah (Palestine & University 2018), is a Rhodes Scholar reading a DPhil in Clinical Neurosciences. He joins the Rhodes Ahead: Public Leadership Series to reflect upon public leadership in the 21st century. In particular, this series looks at the challenges of ethical leadership, cultural understanding, and communication in today's fast-moving inter-connected world.
Nelisa Nchimunya Tebeka (Zambia & Wolfson 2016) is a Rhodes Scholar reading for a DPhil in Physiology, Anatomy & Genetics. She joins The Rhodes Ahead: Public Leadership Series to reflect upon public leadership in the 21st century. In particular, this series looks at the challenges of ethical leadership, cultural understanding, and communication in today's fast-moving inter-connected world.
Nadav Lidor (Israel & St John's 2017) is a Rhodes Scholar reading for an MSc in Public Policy. He joins The Rhodes Ahead: Public Leadership Series to reflect upon public leadership in the 21st century. In particular, this series looks at the challenges of ethical leadership, cultural understanding, and communication in today's fast-moving inter-connected world.
Suzanna Fritzberg (Washington & St John's 2014), Policy Director and Deputy Chief of Staff to Mayor Peter Buttgieg of South Bend, Indiana, joins The Rhodes Ahead: Public Leadership Series to reflect upon public leadership in the 21st century. In particular, this series looks at the challenges of ethical leadership, cultural understanding, and communication in today's fast-moving inter-connected world.
Jonathan Padilla, a Schwarzman Scholar, joins The Rhodes Ahead: Public Leadership Series to reflect upon public leadership in the 21st century. In particular, this series looks at the challenges of ethical leadership, cultural understanding, and communication in today's fast-moving inter-connected world.
Vincent Tran is a Schwarzman Scholar who joins The Rhodes Ahead: Public Leadership Series to reflect upon public leadership in the 21st century. In particular, this series looks at the challenges of ethical leadership, cultural understanding, and communication in today's fast-moving inter-connected world.
Bob Wu is a Schwarzman Scholar who joins The Rhodes Ahead: Public Leadership Series to reflect upon public leadership in the 21st century. In particular, this series looks at the challenges of ethical leadership, cultural understanding, and communication in today's fast-moving inter-connected world.
Christopher Daniel, Partner and Managing Director at The Boston Consulting Group, joins The Rhodes Ahead: Public Leadership Series to reflect upon public leadership in the 21st century. In particular, this series looks at the challenges of ethical leadership, cultural understanding, and communication in today's fast-moving inter-connected world.
Eboo Patel (Victoria & Balliol 1997), Founder, Interfaith Youth Core; former member in president Obama’s Inaugural Faith Council joins The Rhodes Ahead: Public Leadership Series to reflect upon public leadership in the 21st century. In particular, it looks at the challenges of ethical leadership, cultural understanding, and communication in today's fast-moving inter-connected world.
Michelle Johnson (Iowa & Brasenose 1981), NBA Senior Vice President and Head of Referee Operations; retired Air Force Lieutenant General joins The Rhodes Ahead: Public Leadership Series to reflect upon public leadership in the 21st century. In particular, this series looks at the challenges of ethical leadership, cultural understanding, and communication in today's fast-moving inter-connected world.
Josh Carpenter (Alabama & St Hilda's 2012), Director of Innovation & Economic Opportunity, City of Birmingham, Alabama joins The Rhodes Ahead: Public Leadership Series to reflect upon public leadership in the 21st century. In particular, this series looks at the challenges of ethical leadership, cultural understanding, and communication in today's fast-moving inter-connected world.
Dame Helen Ghosh, Master Balliol College, University of Oxford; Trustee, Rhodes Trust; former Director General of the National Trust joins The Rhodes Ahead: Public Leadership Series to reflect upon public leadership in the 21st century. In particular, this series looks at the challenges of ethical leadership, cultural understanding, and communication in today's fast-moving inter-connected world.
Dr Anne Makena (Kenya & Somerville 2012),Program Coordinator, Africa Oxford Initiative joins The Rhodes Ahead: Public Leadership Series to reflect upon public leadership in the 21st century. In particular, this series looks at the challenges of ethical leadership, cultural understanding, and communication in today's fast-moving inter-connected world.
Nick Allard (New York & Merton 1974, Professor of Law ((2012-present), President & Dean, Brooklyn Law School (2012-2018) joins The Rhodes Ahead: Public Leadership Series to reflect upon public leadership in the 21st century. In particular, this series looks at the challenges of ethical leadership, cultural understanding, and communication in today's fast-moving inter-connected world.
Rob Steiner, Director of the Fellowships in Global Journalism, Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy, University of Toronto, University of Toronto, joins The Rhodes Ahead: Public Leadership Series to reflect upon public leadership in the 21st century. In particular, this series looks at the challenges of ethical leadership, cultural understanding, and communication in today's fast-moving inter-connected world.
Nermeen Varawalla (Rhodes Visiting Fellow & Somerville 1988) Senior Vice President, Head of Clinical Development at BTG International joins The Rhodes Ahead: Public Leadership Series to reflect upon public leadership in the 21st century. In particular, this series looks at the challenges of ethical leadership, cultural understanding, and communication in today's fast-moving inter-connected world.
Ben Rimmer (Victoria & Balliol 1997),Chief Executive Officer, City of Melbourne joins The Rhodes Ahead: Public Leadership Series to reflect upon public leadership in the 21st century. In particular, this series looks at the challenges of ethical leadership, cultural understanding, and communication in today's fast-moving inter-connected world.
In this episode, Kira Allmann (Virginia and Magdalen 2010) talks about diversity and inclusion with Rhodes Scholars Michelle Johnson (Iowa & Brasenose 1981)and Annick Routhier Labadie (Quebec & Wadham 2008), who have unique experiences in this area.
In this episode, Kira Allmann (Virginia & Magdalen 2010) discusses how injustice can be tackled in the real and the virtual world with Rhodes Scholars Jennifer Haverkamp (Ohio & Somerville 1979), Jen Robinson (Australia-at-Large & Balliol 2006), and Joy Buolamwini (Tennessee & Jesus 2013).
Supported by: The Rhodes Trust (rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk) Produced by: Dr Kira Allmann (kiraallmann.com) Music by: Conor Molloy (conormolloymusic.com)
How did they get here? What kind of challenges did they face? What were the paths less travelled? Kira Allmann (Virginia & Magdalen 2010) introduces the podcast series by reflecting on the 40th Rhodes Women Anniversary and covering these three topics with 13 Scholars from different generations.
Supported by: The Rhodes Trust (rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk) Produced by: Dr Kira Allmann (kiraallmann.com) Music by: Conor Molloy (conormolloymusic.com)