Research and Reason
de Faculty of Arts and Education, University of Auckland
Dernier épisode
Child protection, inequality and social justice
Child protection, inequality and social justice
À propos de ce podcast
Explore research and perspectives from the Faculty of Arts and Education at the University of Auckland. Academics from a range of disciplines discuss their findings, breaking down important and often complex topics. Gain a deeper understanding of the past and present, and learn how we can build better, more informed futures.
*The views expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the University or the Faculty.
Épisodes
Les 20 épisodes les plus récents sur 48
- Child protection, inequality and social justice · 30 min · Saison 7 Épisode 6What does it take to support families in crisis? Dr Eileen Joy joins our media adviser Julianne Evans to unpack the Tom Phillips case through the lens of child protection…
- Politics in the age of social media · 37 min · Saison 7 Épisode 5How is social media changing the way we connect with politicians? From carefully crafted broadcasts to more personal, everyday content, Dr Sarah Bickerton takes a closer look at…
- Celebrating the art of Terry Stringer · 38 min · Saison 7 Épisode 4Associate Professor Linda Tyler takes us into the world of acclaimed sculptor and alumnus Terry Stringer, from his early days at Elam to his distinctive approach to sculpture. In…
- Being a good ancestor · 32 min · Saison 7 Épisode 3What does it mean to be a good ancestor? Associate Professor Dan Hikuroa talks to media adviser Julianne Evans about our relationship with the natural world and our…
- It's not the gun, it's the bullet · 31 min · Saison 7 Épisode 2We often talk about guns when we talk about violence. But what about the bullets? Professor Maartje Abbenhuis explores the history of the dum-dum bullet, from its origins in the…
- Diversity and national identity · 33 min · Saison 7 Épisode 1How did diversity become part of a country's identity? Acting Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Education Associate Professor Kathy Smits explores how changing demographics, human…
- 2026 World Cup: big, beautiful but costly for fans and the planet · 28 min · Saison 6 Épisode 6What happens when sporting success comes at an environmental cost? The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be the biggest in history, with more teams, more matches and more fans…
- Frontline teaching: The role of educators in warzones · 29 min · Saison 6 Épisode 5Dr Ritesh Shah specialises in education in conflict and disaster zones and the politics of foreign aid. He sits down with our media adviser Julianne Evans to discuss his work…
- Technology and art combine to explore our natural world · 28 min · Saison 6 Épisode 4Senior Lecturer Dr Simon Ingram discusses his new immersive installation that combines bird recordings, LiDAR scanning, mathematics, ecology and digital technology to recreate a…
- Birds, ancient DNA, and shared histories · 32 min · Saison 6 Épisode 3What can tiny fragments of ancient bird bones and DNA reveal about the past? Anthropology doctoral candidate Patricia Pillay's research uncovers how humans and wildlife in the…
- The medieval church, slavery and untold stories · 28 min · Saison 6 Épisode 2Associate Professor Lisa Bailey explores how the medieval church in Western Europe filled the power vacuum after the collapse of the Roman Empire while simultaneously becoming…
- The music behind Disney magic · 27 min · Saison 6 Épisode 1Why does it feel like you are starring in a movie when you enter a Disney theme park? In this episode, Dr Gregory Camp, Senior Lecturer in Music, explains how Disney theme parks…
- Christmas music through the decades · 32 minDid you know Bing Crosby’s White Christmas is the best-selling single of all time? Ethnomusicologist Dr Kirsten Zemke explores Christmas music through the years, from the songs…
- The politics and history of immigration in Aotearoa · 33 min · Saison 5 Épisode 5How does immigration policy impact our peoples and society? Professor Francis Collins discusses how immigration policies has evolved in the last 40 years. In conversation with…
- Volunteer Crisis in Sports · 30 min · Saison 5 Épisode 4Where have all the coaches gone? In this episode, Dr Blake Bennett talks to our media adviser Julianne Evans to unpack the hidden pressures of volunteer sport coaching in New…
- Rethinking curriculum and NCEA · 32 min · Saison 5 Épisode 4Dr Claudia Rozas joins our media adviser Julianne Evans to unpack the past and present of secondary school qualifications in Aotearoa New Zealand and what the future could look…
- Power, Drama, and Cleopatra · 29 min · Saison 5 Épisode 2Dr Alex McAuley joins our media adviser Julianne Evans to talk about the ancient queens and royal women of the Hellenistic period, including the seven Cleopatras. He examines the…
- AI and the Future of Language Education · 30 min · Saison 7 Épisode 1Associate Professor Danping Wang joins our media adviser Julianne Evans to discuss how AI is reshaping the landscape of language learning and teaching. Danping shares how she…
- SPECIAL: Inside Elam, inspiring the next generation · 29 min · Saison 4 Épisode 8Associate Professor and Head of School Fiona Jack joins our media adviser Julianne Evans to chat about the history of Elam and how it's adapted for today's students' needs. Fiona…
- Celebrating Māori art, history, and legacy · 28 min · Saison 4 Épisode 7Professor Ngarino Ellis (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Porou) joins our media adviser Julianne Evans to reflect on her 12-year collaboration with Professor Deidre Brown (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Kahu)…
