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Jul 10, 2023•20 min
Humans of Hope
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Episodes
Season 2 Episode 4 - Sociology at Liverpool Hope
Nathan sits down with Senior Lecturer in Sociology at Liverpool Hope, Dave Merryweather, and series regular Mike who is also a recent graduate in Sociology from Liverpool Hope.
Jun 07, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Season 2 Episode 3 - Exams
Nathan and Mike are joined by Liverpool Hope student Ami to discuss the pressures of exams and how best to prepare.
May 03, 2023•40 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Season 2 Episode 2 - Applicant Days
Nathan and Mike are joined by Liverpool Hope student Lulu to discuss the purpose of applicant days and how to get the most out of them as you finalise your university choices. To book on to an applicant day at Liverpool Hope visit hope.ac.uk/applicantdays/applicantdaybookingform/ or call us on 0151 291 3111
Mar 20, 2023•31 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Season 2 Episode 1 - Careers Advice at Liverpool Hope
Nathan and Mike kick off the new season by speaking with former host and current careers advisor at Liverpool Hope, Mel. To book a careers appointment email careers@hope.ac.uk or drop into our Employability Hub.
Feb 03, 2023•42 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Episode 21 - Andee Moorcroft - Mental Health Awareness Week
In todays episode, we are joined by Andee Moorcroft, a Student Wellbeing Officer here at Hope, as we reflect on the importance of Mental Health Awareness Week at university. The Mental Health Foundation announced 'loneliness' as the official theme for this year - and Andee spoke about why this conversation is so important, along with what resources are available for students in terms of mental health and overall wellbeing, and how you can get involved in these activities and campaigns during you...
May 16, 2022•27 min
MiniPod: Midlands
Our MiniPod is our brand new mini series, where we speak to current students from all across the UK and internationally in a series of quick fire questions, listening to their Hope experience so far, and what advice they would give to prospective students. In this episode, we speak to Alfie, who is a first year student at home, and get his perspective on his time at university and how he has found the transition to a larger city, from his hometown.
Apr 11, 2022•11 min
MiniPod: Gibraltar
Our MiniPod is our brand new mini series, where we speak to current students from all across the UK and internationally in a series of quick fire questions, listening to their Hope experience so far, and what advice they would give to prospective students. In this episode, we speak to Rachel and Zyanne about their transition from living in Gibraltar to moving to Liverpool for university, and what advice they would give to Gibraltarian students.
Apr 08, 2022•19 min
MiniPod: Isle of Man
Our MiniPod is our brand new mini series, where we speak to current students from all across the UK and internationally in a series of quick fire questions, listening to their Hope experience so far, and what advice they would give to prospective students. In this episode, we speak to Lillie, a student from Douglas in the Isle of Man, about her experience at Liverpool Hope so far.
Apr 08, 2022•13 min
MiniPod: Northern Ireland
Our MiniPod is our brand new mini series, where we speak to current students from all across the UK and internationally in a series of quick fire questions, listening to their Hope experience so far, and what advice they would give to prospective students. In this episode, we speak to Molly and Rebecca about their time at Hope, and what they enjoy about life in Liverpool.
Apr 08, 2022•14 min•Ep. 21
Episode 20 - Dr Erin Pritchard, Disability Studies.
In todays episode, we had a fantastic conversation with Dr Erin Pritchard, who is a lecturer in Disability and Education here at Hope. This episode is incredibly important, as Erin highlights the importance of awareness and self-education when discussing disability in contemporary culture, and speaks of her activism and recent campaigns within her research - including contributing towards films that are to be released next year!
Mar 08, 2022•28 min
Episode 19 - Neil Campbell: The Capstone Theatre
Welcome back to the Humans of Hope podcast! We are back for 2022, and in this episode, we speak to Neil Campbell, hailed by 'La Vida Liverpool' as Liverpool’s critically acclaimed guitar maestro, (who is also our Campus Venue Manager for the Capstone Theatre, located in the heart of our Creative Campus). We spoke to Neil about his exciting career in Music so far, how it has progressed through his eclectic and experimental style and skill in creating his albums - his most recent one being ‘The Gr...
Feb 21, 2022•36 min
Episode 18 - SEN and Sport & Physical Education: Student Story
Today we spoke with Jordan Hadaway, who is not only a second year Special Educational Needs and Sport & Physical Education student here at Hope, but the Head Coach of Elite Development Squad, Cefn Druids. We chatted about Jordan's role, future goals, and how he juggles studying and working in the professional field!
Jul 19, 2021•37 min•Ep. 18
Episode 17 - Music
We spoke to Professor Stephen Pratt who is an Emeritus Professor of Music, and has been part of the Hope community for 50 years this year. Stephen spoke to us about his fascinating career in Music, and what you, as a prospective student, should be looking out for as you prepare for your future in the industry. So, stick around and enjoy this very interesting and entertaining conversation!
Jul 12, 2021•40 min•Ep. 17
Episode 16 - Psychology Series (Part Three)
Today we chatted to Dr Jamie Lingwood, who is a lecturer in Psychology here at Hope. Jamie spoke about his journey with Psychology, from his inital interest at school level, all the way through to his professional career, and how his research has changed and developed. He spoke about some interesting techniques that you can apply to everyday life - So we actually learnt a lesson in this session!
Jun 17, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Episode 15 - Psychology Series (Part Two)
Today we spoke to Dr Tom Gallagher-Mitchell, who is a lecturer in Psychology here at Hope. Tom spoke about his joruney in Psychology from childhood experiences, all the way through to his profesional career, and how it impacts his research to this day!
May 26, 2021•27 min•Ep. 15
Episode 14 - Psychology Series (Part One)
Today we chatted to Dr Lorna Bourke, who is a Principal Lecturer in Psychology here at Hope. Lorna spoke about her journey into academia, her specialisms, and her continued fascination and passions for her subject. This was a brilliant conversation, so if you are interested, give it a listen! We hope you enjoy the episode.
May 05, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Episode 13 - Interactive & Immersive Performance
Today we spoke to Dr Kris Darby, Senior Lecturer in Drama and Performance Studies at our Creative Campus. Kris spoke about his fasincating academic background in his journey from an inital interest in geology to drama, site specific performance, labyrinths, and even video games! We also got chatting about our brand new course, Interactive & Immersive Performance.
Apr 23, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Episode 12 - MA Contemporary European Affairs
On this episode of the Humans of Hope Podcast, Mel and Ste are joined by Associate Professor Bryce Evans. Bryce was our first ever guest on the podcast, you can check out that episode here . Bryce returns to the podcast to discuss a new MA opportunity - Contemporary European Affairs and it's relevance to today's world. If this sounds like something you might be interested in, press play, listen and enjoy!
Apr 07, 2021•23 min•Ep. 12
Episode 11 - International Relations
On this episode of the Humans of Hope Podcast, Mel and Ste are joined by Senior Lecturer in international Relations, Dr Catalina Montoya Londono. Catalina talks about her own and her family's experiences growing up in 1980's Columbia and how this influenced her interest in International Relations and the subject's influencing factors. If this sounds like something you might enjoy, press play!
Mar 24, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Episode 10 - Sport and International Women's Day
On this episode of the Humans of Hope Podcast, we spoke to Caroline Wakefield who is an Associate Professor, Assistant Head and Subject Lead for Sport & Physical Education and Sport Psychology. Caroline spoke to us about her educational journey and how sport was the academic discipline she wanted to study and teach. We also discussed International Women's Day, including this year's theme of Choose to Challenge, and what that means to Caroline, particularly in the field of Sport. We hope you ...
Mar 10, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Episode 9 - Music
This week we spoke to Tom Sykes, Lecturer in Music Performance. Tom spoke to us about how his family background influenced his career in Music, misconceptions around studying music academically and the impact of COVID-19 on the music industry. If this sounds like something you might enjoy, press play!
Jan 13, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Episode 8 - Mathematics
This week we spoke to lecturer in Mathematics Graham Reeve. Graham spoke to us about how Mathematics can actually be a creative subject, the concept of infinity and that although Mathematics might seem a bit scary, don't be afraid of it! If this sounds like something you might enjoy, press play!
Dec 16, 2020•34 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Episode 7 - Theology
This week we spoke with Taras Khomych who is a Lecturer in Theology at Hope. He spoke to us about his journey from an atheist to a Catholic priest whilst growing up in the communist Soviet Union. He also gave us a really interesting fact about how Theology and Science interlink! If this sounds like something you might enjoy, press play!
Dec 02, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Episode 6 - Education Studies
This week we sat down for a chat with Lecturer in Education Studies, Carly Bagelman. Carly spoke to us about how her journey into education started with politics in Canada, how we have all had our own experience of education and her thoughts on what needs to be done when decolonising the curriculum. If this sounds like something you might enjoy, press play!
Nov 18, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Episode 5 - Nutrition
On this episode we spoke with Lecturer in Clinical Nutrition, Dr Richard Webb. Richard spoke to us about how his experience as a chef resulted in him going down the untraditional path of getting into academia, as well as why nutrition is such an engaging subject to study. If this sounds like something you might enjoy, press play!
Nov 04, 2020•36 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Episode 4 - Sport & Physical Education
For this episode we sat down and spoke to James Malone, a Senior Lecturer in Coaching Science on the Sport and Physical Education course. James spoke to us about his journey through sport from starting out as an intern, to where he is today, as well as some advice for anyone considering this course. If this sounds like something you might enjoy, press play!
Oct 20, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Episode 3 - Early Childhood
On this episode we spoke to Head of subject and lecturer in Early Childhood, Clionagh Boyle. She told us about her route into Early Childhood through changing policy and supporting women, how Early Childhood is a vibrant, changing and eclectic subject and how it has been influenced by neuroscience. If this sounds like something you might enjoy, press play!
Oct 20, 2020•42 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Episode 2 - Dance
We spoke to Hope’s Senior Lecturer in Dance, Rachel Sweeney, about where her interest in Dance originated from, how the City of Liverpool plays a part in the subject and the benefits of studying a combined honours degree and where it can take you. If this sounds like something you might enjoy, press play!
Oct 20, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Episode 1 - History
On this episode we spoke to Associate Professor Bryce Evans who told us about how his culture and identity influenced his interest into History, his current research into food and aviation and some all round tips for those who are interested in studying History. If this sounds like something you might enjoy, press play!
Oct 20, 2020•37 min•Season 1Ep. 1
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