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Understanding the Elegant Math Behind Modern Machine Learning 1:14:43

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Artificial intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace—what does that mean for the future of technology, venture capital, business, and even our understanding of ourselves? Award-winning journalist and writer Anil Ananthaswamy joins us for our latest episode to discuss his latest book Why Machines Learn: The Elegant Math Behind Modern AI . Anil helps us explore the journey and many breakthroughs that have propelled machine learning from simple perceptrons to the sophisticated algorithms shaping today’s AI revolution, powering GPT and other models. The discussion aims to demystify some of the underlying mathematical concepts that power modern machine learning, to help everyone grasp this technology impacting our lives–even if your last math class was in high school. Anil walks us through the power of scaling laws, the shift from training to inference optimization, and the debate among AI’s pioneers about the road to AGI—should we be concerned, or are we still missing key pieces of the puzzle? The conversation also delves into AI’s philosophical implications—could understanding how machines learn help us better understand ourselves? And what challenges remain before AI systems can truly operate with agency? If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform. Sign up for our newsletter at techsurgepodcast.com for exclusive insights and updates on upcoming TechSurge Live Summits. Links: Read Why Machines Learn, Anil’s latest book on the math behind AI https://www.amazon.com/Why-Machines-Learn-Elegant-Behind/dp/0593185749 Learn more about Anil Ananthaswamy’s work and writing https://anilananthaswamy.com/ Watch Anil Ananthaswamy’s TED Talk on AI and intelligence https://www.ted.com/speakers/anil_ananthaswamy Discover the MIT Knight Science Journalism Fellowship that shaped Anil’s AI research https://ksj.mit.edu/ Understand the Perceptron, the foundation of neural networks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perceptron Read about the Perceptron Convergence Theorem and its significance https://www.nature.com/articles/323533a0…

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UCL (University College London) is consistently ranked among the world's top ten universities (QS World University Rankings 2010 - 2021). Our excellence extends across all academic disciplines, from one of the world's foremost centres for research and teaching in the biological sciences to world-renowned centres for architecture (UCL Bartlett), education (UCL IOE) and fine art (UCL Slade School). UCL is London's leading multidisciplinary university, with more than 13,000 staff and 43,000 students from 150 different countries. Founded in 1826 in the heart of London, UCL was the first university in England to welcome students of any religion and the first to welcome women on equal terms with men. UCL Minds brings together UCL’s knowledge, insights, and ideas through events, activities, and digital content open to everyone. Find out what’s on UCL Minds: www.ucl.ac.uk/minds

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When Does Religion Beget Violence? 34:41

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This week we’re exploring the relationship between religion and violence. What are the circumstances in which organisations motivated by religious ideas resort to violent methods? And how can such violence best be prevented? The relationship between religion and violence is a subject of enduring debate. Religion is often portrayed as a force for peace and compassion. Yet history is littered with instances where religious actors have been involved in conflict. What conditions make religious organizations more likely to engage in violence? And what lessons can policymakers learn to prevent it? In this episode, Prof Alan Renwick dives into these questions with Dr. Manuel Vogt, Associate Professor of International Security at UCL. Drawing on new research, he explores how both global forces and local factors shape the relationship between religion and violence. Mentioned in this episode: Pischedda, C., & Vogt, M. (2023). When Do Religious Organizations Resort to Violence? How Local Conditions Shape the Effects of Transnational Ideology. Ethnopolitics Transcription link: https://ucl-uncovering-politics.simplecast.com/episodes/when-does-religion-beget-violence/transcript Date of episode recording: 2025-02-06T00:00:00Z Duration: 00:34:1 Language of episode: English UK Presenter:Alan Renwick Guests: Manuel Vogt Producer: Eleanor Kingwell-Banham…

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Disability Representation in Politics 39:28

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This week we’re looking at the representation of disabled people in politics. Why are there so few disabled politicians? What impact does that have? And what can be done to level the playing field? While one in five people in the UK is disabled, the proportion of disabled individuals among elected representatives is significantly lower. Despite broader discussions on inclusive politics, disability remains an often-overlooked aspect of the conversation. For many people working in this area, addressing such challenges isn’t just about fairness; it’s also about ensuring that disabled citizens have their voices heard in political decision-making. A new book addressing these challenges was published last year, and a recent article in The Political Quarterly highlights its key themes. The book and article explore the structural barriers that disabled candidates and politicians face and provide actionable recommendations for change. In this episode, we speak with the co-authors of both the book and the article: Prof Elizabeth Evans – Professor of Politics at the University of Southampton. Dr Stefanie Reher – Reader in Political Science at the University of Strathclyde. Join us as we discuss the systemic obstacles, potential solutions, and the importance of disability-inclusive politics. Mentioned in this episode: Stefanie Reher and Elizabeth Evans. "No Level Playing Field: Barriers to Disability Representation in Politics" The Political Quarterly Elizabeth Evans and Stefanie Reher. "Disability and Political Representation" Oxford University Press. Date of episode recording: 2025-02-06T00:00:00Z Duration: 00:34:41 Language of episode: English UK Guests: Manuel Vogt Producer: Eleanor Kingwell-Banham…

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Resilience Research Group: Perfectionism & Building Capacity for Evidence-Based Interventions 42:08

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In this episode, the host Angel Au (UCL) speaks with Professor Roz Shafran (UCL) about her extensive research on perfectionism and her work in expanding access to evidence-based psychological interventions. This episode covers: 1. How perfectionism affects mental health and how cognitive behavioural therapy can address it. 2. The Lucy Project and its role in improving mental health support for young people. 3. How Bespoke Mental Health offers low-cost training for professionals. Transcription link: https://resiliencerg.wixsite.com/mysite/podcasts Date of episode recording: 2025-02-25T00:00:00Z Duration: 00:42:08 Language of episode: English Presenter:Angel Au Guests: Roz Shafran Producer: Jennifer McGowan…

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Episode 2 – Wait and see or maximise hearing 32:58

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In the second episode of Little ears, big challenges: navigating mild and unilateral deafness in children, we talk to parents about their decision making processes around technologies and other management options for their children, and whether they chose to wait and see or maximise hearing. There isn't clear evidence about what works for mild and unilateral deafness, so this can make decisions difficult. They also tell us about whether they challenged the professionals looking after their child, or sought a second opinion, and about any technology their child uses. Listen in as we continue the conversation. Transcription link: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/ear/episode-2-wait-and-see-or-maximise-hearing…

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Episode 3 – Prioritising your child as an individual 30:09

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In episode 3 of Little ears, big challenges: navigating mild and unilateral deafness in children, we ask the parents to tell us about their experiences of how they prioritise their child and family's needs, and they also discuss various avenues they explored to help with their child's hearing and communication. Listen in as our conversations continue. Transcript link: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/ear/episode-3-prioritising-your-child-individual…

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Episode 4 – Decisions evolve over time 25:55

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In episode 4 of Little ears, big challenges: navigating mild and unilateral deafness in children, we start by talking to some of the parents about how the decisions they made when their child was first diagnosed with mild or unilateral deafness have evolved or changed over time, perhaps due to a change in circumstances or a change in hearing. Then all the parents give their advice to other parents who have perhaps just found out that their child has mild or unilateral deafness. Listen for valuable insights from our parent contributors. Transcript link: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/ear/episode-4-decisions-evolve-over-time…

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Episode 5 – Positive about the future 30:47

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In the final episode of Little ears, big challenges: navigating mild and unilateral deafness in children, we're talking about what the future holds with young people and adults who all have experience of having mild or unilateral deafness. They tell us about their how they navigate the world, what technology they use, and their advice to parents who may have recently found out that their child has mild or unilateral deafness. Listen for positive insights about the future. Transcript link: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/ear/episode-5-positive-about-future…

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GEOLOGICAL MATERIAL 34:13

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In this chapter we talk with the Geologist David Dobson. David is a Professor of Earth Materials at UCL. His research focuses on high-pressure physical property measurements, from sudotakalytes in the Earth's crust to mantle reology and deep earthquakes, as well as the reologys of magma and terrestrial planetary cores. Out of the lab, he enjoys being out in the mountains, unusually migrating north towards the colder climes of Scotland for the winter. We'll discover more about his reasons for this as David explains the formation of body stones as a geological material in the following conversation… Date of episode recording: 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z Duration: 34'14'' Language of episode: English Presenter: alfonso borragán and Sarah Bayliss Guests: David Dobson Producer: Arts and Science - University College London…

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GEOLOGICAL MATERIAL 34:13

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PRESERVATION, COLLECTION AND BIOGRAPHIES 46:34

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In this chapter we talk with Hannah Cornish, curator at the Grant Museum of Zoology, UCL with Thomas Kador, Lecturer in Creative Health on the UCL Arts & Sciences programme. Hannah provides intellectual access to a collection of 68,000 specimens. She designs and facilitates museum teaching, collaborating with researchers and artists, managing collection documentation, and working on events, exhibitions, and projects. Thomas has a background in archaeology and chemical engineering. His research and teaching interests include object-based learning, culture, health and wellbeing, public and community-based approaches to heritage and everyday practices. Together we discuss body stones as liminal objects, their preservation, collection, and biographies. We explore the many layers of meaning that can be read and see what we can add to their story. Date of episode recording: 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z Duration: 46'34'' Language of episode: English Presenter:alfonso borragán and Sarah Bayliss…

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MINERALOGY EXTRACTION AND SYNCHRONICITY 34:58

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In this chapter we talk with the artist, programmer, writer and performer Martin Howse. Martin explores connections between the earth, its living organisms, geophysical phenomena, software, and the human psyche, working with speculative hardware based on environmental data in open physical systems, code that investigates the layers of abstraction, free software and situational performances and interventions. During the last years Martin has been exploring the geological within the body in projects like Tiny Mining or Becoming Geological. We talk with Martin to find out more about body mineralogy, extraction, synchronicity and immortality. Date of episode recording: 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z Duration: 34'58'' Language of episode: English Presenter:alfonso borragán and Sarah Bayliss Guests: Martin Howse Producer: UCL…

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THE VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE 36:08

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In this chapter we talk with the social anthropologist Roger Sansi. Roger has worked on Afro-Brazilian culture and religion, the concept of the fetish, and on contemporary art. His publications include the books Fetishes and Monuments, Sorcery in the Black Atlantic, Economies of relation: Money And Personalism in the Lusophone World. One of Roger’s important researches has been on the animist religion Candomblé, which we discover more about in our conversation, exploring the subtle borders between the visible and invisible, the material and immaterial. Presenter:alfonso borragán and Sarah Bayliss Guests: Roger Sansi Producer: UCL Arts and Sciences…

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Making the next global vaccine 37:00

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In this episode, we speak to Stephen Morris, VaxHub's Senior Outreach and Partnerships Manager, and Ludovica Vaiarelli, VaxHub's Partners Relationship Manager, to learn a bit more about how vaccines are manufactured and distributed worldwide. We'll hear how the process works, and how we're working with partner Universities like Oxford, along with manufacturers and industry, to ensure we create the next vaccine as quickly as possible. During the conversation, we cover notable projects that the VaxHub has worked on plus how antimicrobial resistance (so from things like antibiotics in poultry) is affecting global initiatives in vaccine production. Date of episode recording: 2024-10-08T00:00:00Z Duration: 37:00 Language of episode: English Presenter:Ferdouse Akhter Guests: Stephen Morris; Ludovica Vaiarelli Producer: Ferdouse Akhter; Shakira Crawford…

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Episode 1 - What does mild/unilateral deafness mean? 31:53

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In this first episode of Little ears, big challenges: navigating mild and unilateral deafness in children, we introduce you to the voices of parents, young people and adults who feature in our series. We’ll meet parents who open up about what mild or unilateral deafness means for their children and the impact it has on their day to day lives. You’ll also hear how parents approach explaining mild or unilateral deafness to friends and family. Listen in as we begin the series. Transcript link: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/ear/episode-1-what-does-mildunilateral-deafness-mean Date of episode recording: 2024-12-02T00:00:00Z Duration: 31:53 Language of episode: English Presenter:Hannah Cooper; Amanda Hall Guests: Abby; Clodagh; Kim; Joe; Louise; Waqas; Sophie; Mia; Rachel; Jonathan Producer: Hannah Cooper…

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The Bartlett Review - Planning Urban Environments for Women’s Safety 33:57

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Considering recent cases and societal issues, how can built environment practitioners influence policies for women's safety in cities? With Professor Priti Parikh, Director of Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction, Dr Hanna Baumann, UCL Institute for Global Prosperity and Dr Margarita Garfias Royo, Deputy Director of the Engineering for International Development Centre. Transcription link: https://bartlett-review.ucl.ac.uk/podcast-planning-urban-environments-for-womens-safety/index.html Date of episode recording: 2024-12-12T00:00:00Z Duration: 00:33:57 Language of episode: English Presenter:Professor Priti Parikh Guests: Dr Hanna Baumann; Dr Margarita Garfias Royo Producer: Adam Batstone, Chizoba Onyiuke and Victoria Howard…

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Nanotechnology: Tiny science, huge possibilities 23:10

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How is super small tech (we're talking a billionth of a meter small) going to change healthcare? It sounds like quite a far-fetched - really small things helping to diagnose cancer and other diseases? It's a type of X-ray? In this episode, we speak to Alessandro Rossi is a Research Fellow in Electronic and Electrical Engineering at UCL to answer these questions and explain how nanotechnology is changing the healthcare landscape. Alessandro is currently working on nanofabrication and although it's jargon at the moment, we uncover what nanofabrication is, how it links to x-rays and how we're helping to diagnose cancer further in this episode. Transcription link: www.ucl.ac.uk/healthcare-enginee…huge-possibilities Date of episode recording: 2024-07-04T00:00:00Z Duration: 23:10 Language of episode: English Guests: Alessandro Rossi Producer: Ferdouse Akhter, Shakira Crawford…

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Season 5, Episode 4 - ‘Zero Hour’ for the Climate and Nature Bill 32:51

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What is the Climate and Nature Bill, and why does it matter? The Zero Hour campaign is here to tell us, as we dive into their efforts to secure widespread backing for the Climate and Nature Bill. The Bill, which had its Second Reading in Parliament on 24 January 2025, aims to strengthen the UK government’s commitments to cut emissions, restore nature, and ensure public consultation on the road to net zero. Hosts Mark and Simon are joined by Simon Oldridge, Policy Advisor at Zero Hour to break down the key components of the Bill, and why it’s crucial to tackling the climate emergency. Simon also sheds light on how Zero Hour managed to gain cross-party support for the Bill, and what individuals can do to help it get passed. We also hear from the Bill’s sponsor: Liberal Democrat MP Roz Savage, on why she believes it’s a vital step needed on climate action. And from Conservative MP Andrew Bowie, who shares his concerns about the Bill and why he remains a critic. Find out more about the Zero Hour campaign: https://www.zerohour.uk/ https://www.youtube.com/@zerohour_uk UCL’s Love Your Planet event: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/grand-challenges/events/2025/feb/love-your-planet-2025 Transcript: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/climate-change/podcasts-videos/ucl-generation-one-climate-podcast Date of episode recording: 31st February 2025 Duration: 32.51 mins Language of episode: English Presenter: Professor Mark Maslin and Dr Simon Chin-Yee Guests: Simon Oldridge, Policy Advisor at Zero Hour Producers: Adam Batstone Caitlin Mullin…

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Ep 5: “Don’t be afraid of growing slowly, be afraid of standing still” 18:00

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This is the final podcast in the series to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2025. Paula and Uzma discuss what next after an apprenticeship, what apprentices should consider and do to develop their careers and keep their skills alive. For apprentices and managers who want to find out more about life after an apprenticeship. Date of episode recording: 2025-02-14T00:00:00Z Duration: 00:18:00 Language of episode: English Presenter:Uzma Sadiq; Paula Sandamas…

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Ep 4: “I never fail, I succeed or learn” 14:00

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Join Paula and Uzma, Apprenticeship Managers as they discuss the importance of time management and how to view failure as an opportunity, providing advice and guidance for apprentices to support wellbeing. Part of the series of podcasts developed to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2025. Links: Date of episode recording: 2025-02-13T00:00:00Z Duration: 00:14:00 Language of episode: English…

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Ep 3: “A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way and shows the way” 15:12

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This is the third of five podcasts in celebration of National Apprenticeship Week 2025. Today Apprenticeship Managers, Paula and Uzma focus on the role of the line manager and the pivotal role they play in supporting apprentices during their programme. For line managers, those that are considering recruiting an apprentice or for anyone interested in apprenticeships to better understand the support you should expect of your line manager. Date of episode recording: 2025-02-12T00:00:00Z Duration: 00:15:12 Language of episode: English Presenter:Uzma Sadiq; Paula Sandamas…

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Ep 2: “Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference” 16:42

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Following our first podcast where we dispelled some Myths about apprenticeships and spoke about why growing talent within is important, we now take a look at two factors that will help apprentices succeed during their training: the importance of a Growth Mindset and making the most of networking. Join UCL Apprenticeship Managers Paula and Uzma as they have a chat over a cuppa and provide some hints and tips during National Apprenticeship Week 2025. Date of episode recording: 2025-02-11T00:00:00Z Duration: 00:16:42 Language of episode: English Presenter:Uzma Sadiq; Paula Sandamas…

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Ep 1: “Great places don’t just hire talent, they grow it within” 20:23

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Welcome to the first of our five daily podcasts to celebrate National Apprenticeship week 2025. UCL Apprenticeship Managers Paula Sandamas and Uzma Sadiq chat about apprenticeships, who they are for, the positive impact they can have and dispel all the myths. Thought you know about apprenticeships – think again! Find out how apprenticeships are relevant to you no matter who you are and what you do and why its important to grow our talent within. Date of episode recording: 2025-02-10T00:00:00Z Duration: 00:20:23 Language of episode: English Presenter: Uzma Sadiq; Paula Sandamas…

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Gene Therapy part 2: Applications 30:15

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Today we are continuing our discussion on gene therapy, with Dr Rajvinder Karda, hosted by Olivia. Raj is both a researcher and professor at the UCL Institute for Women's Health, with her role as an associate professor of Gene Therapy, as well as leading a team of research focussing on developing pre-clinical gene therapy and RNA editing treatments for childhood epilepsy, including Dravet Syndrome. Listen in to learn more about Raj's work in the field of gene therapy, as she explains more about how gene therapies are being researched and developed for pre-clinical trials, including in her lab where her team is working on the development of gene therapies for treating Dravet Syndrome. Date of episode recording: 2025-01-22T00:00:00Z Duration: 00:30:16 Language of episode: English Presenter:Olivia Moir Guests: Dr Rajvinder Karda Producer: Olivia, UCL Institute for Women's Health, UCL Faculty of Population Health Sciences…

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Minding your molars: how ultrasound engineering is transforming dentistry 15:40

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How are we improving dental health so we don't have to keep going back to the dentist? Anastasios Koulogiannis is a Post Graduate Researcher at UCL. He's looking at engineering applications in healthcare in the department of Mechanical Engineering and so whilst he's not a dentist (although he does have a lot of dental knowledge after spending a lot of time with dentists), Anastasios speaks to us about his research using ultrasound technology and the way its changing dental care. We cover the 'basis' like what root canal treatments are (did anyone else just think that teeth were inanimate objects?) and how Anastasios and his team are working on a treatment device that will make sure you get the treatment you need, won't have to keep going back to the dentist with tooth pains and ultimately save the NHS money. Date of episode recording: 2024-05-22T00:00:00Z Duration: 00:15:40 Language of episode: English Presenter:Ferdouse Akhter Guests: Anastasios Koulogiannis Producer: Ferdouse Akhter; Shakira Crawford…

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Are There Limits On Autocratic Power? 39:16

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In today’s episode, we delve into the complex and often misunderstood world of autocratic leadership. At first glance, it might seem like authoritarian rulers wield unchallenged power, free to govern without opposition. After all, the term "autocrat" stems from the Greek for "self-rule." But is that really how it works in practice? A fantastic new book, 'Autocrats Can't Always Get What They Want', challenges this simplistic view. It reveals how modern autocratic leaders operate within a web of constraints that can shape, and sometimes even limit, their power. Intriguingly, these constraints aren’t always by design. Instead, they often emerge from circumstances that are outside the ruler's control—yet they still influence the way states function under authoritarian rule. To unpack these fascinating insights, I’m joined by two of the book’s authors: - Dr Samer Anabtawi, Lecturer in Comparative Politics at UCL’s Department of Political Science, brings his expertise in comparative governance to the discussion. - Professor Nathan Brown, a leading scholar of political science and international affairs from George Washington University, offers a global perspective on the nuanced realities of authoritarian regimes. Together, we explore a thought-provoking conversation that examines the mechanisms of modern authoritarianism and its implications for politics worldwide. Transcript: https://ucl-uncovering-politics.simplecast.com/episodes/are-there-limits-on-autocratic-power/transcript…

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Franken-meat: The future of lab-grown meat 35:08

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We all know that meat production emits a substantial amount of greenhouse gases, nearly 60% by some estimates, and so we need to do something about it. Darren Player, Associate Professor in Musculoskeletal Bioengineering, discusses the development of lab-grown meat, why he's working on engineering new, sustainable sources of meat and how he's doing it. We're also joined by Beren Fidan, a Colotaruna Soprano, who is vegan and shares her thoughts on the ethics of lab-grown meat and whether it's a viable option for her. Date of episode recording: 2024-04-22T00:00:00Z Duration: 35:08 Language of episode: English Presenter:Ferdouse Akhter Guests: Darren Player; Beren Fidan Producer: Ferdouse Akhter; Shakira Crawford…

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The Bartlett Review: The housing threat posed by permitted development 31:45

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Existing commercial buildings in the UK are being converted to create new housing, circumventing the planning system through permitted development. But what could be the impact of those conversions, especially from a health perspective? Julia Thrift, Director, Healthier Place-making at the Town and Country Planning Association, joins expert researchers Professor Lauren Andres and Professor Ben Clifford from The Bartlett School of Planning to discuss how there is a wider cost to society that we can’t ignore in this pursuit of solving the housing situation in the UK. Date of episode recording: 2024-11-25T00:00:00Z Duration: 00:31:44 Language of episode: English Presenter:Professor Lauren Andres Guests: Professor Ben Clifford; Julia Thrift Producer: Adam Batstone & Chizoba Onyiuke…

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Growing Pains: Mastering Sustainable Growth in Social Enterprises 34:54

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In the final episode of series 2 of The Life of PIE, we explore the unique challenges social enterprises face as they balance growth with their mission. How can social enterprises expand while staying true to their core purpose? Onya and Jacob McMahon, a Life of PIE alum from the 22-23 cohort, discuss external pressures, such as securing funding and managing customer expectations, alongside internal struggles like aligning diverse activities and maintaining focus. Jacob shares strategies organisations use to manage these tensions, including creating flexible structures, monitoring staff and stakeholder engagement, and fostering collaboration within networks. How can growth both ease and create challenges for social enterprises? Why is it important to share knowledge instead of trying to own everything? We invite you to join us as we explore valuable lessons for leaders in social enterprises on how to grow sustainably and impactfully, while offering thought-provoking insights for anyone interested in the balance between ambition and purpose in any organisation. Since graduating from the PIE programme, Jacob has gone on to work as a Program Manager at Impact Hub London, Impact & Operations Manager at Cambio Consultancy, and Strategic Partnerships Lead at ZNotes, applying his expertise in strategy, innovation, and organisational design to drive sustainable growth and social impact. Date of episode recording: 2024-12-05T00:00:00Z Duration: 00:34:53 Language of episode: English Presenter:Onya Idoko Guests: Jacob McMahon Producer: Juan Manuel Castillo…

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Lunch Hour Lecture | From gene deserts to druggable pathways in Inflammatory Bowel Disease 52:29

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Genetic discovery in inflammatory bowel disease has been incredibly successful. This provides a unique opportunity to understand what goes wrong when people develop disease, which in turn could identify better treatment targets. Yet most of this potential remains unrealised, as moving from where genetic associations lie to an understanding of how they drive disease is a formidable challenge. James Lee will discuss recent efforts to address this challenge and how his research has revealed a central orchestrator of inflammation, which could be targeted therapeutically.…

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French Social Democracy In Turmoil 36:06

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In a turbulent political summer, few surprises were greater than that caused by French president Emmanuel Macron’s decision in June to call early parliamentary elections. Macron’s party had just been trounced in the European Parliament elections; and victory for the far right seemed likely. In the end, thanks to some last minute deals, Marine Le Pen’s National Rally did not win. Rather, it was an alliance of the left that secured most seats in the National Assembly. France’s Socialist Party was regularly in power from the early 1980s till the mid 2010s. But it collapsed spectacularly in the elections of 2017, and its very survival today seems in doubt. So what has been going on? And have the recent elections brought any signs of revival? Joining us to explore these questions is Philippe Marlière, Professor of French and European Politics in the UCL European and International Social and Political Studies department. This episode of UCL Uncovering Politics is the first in an occasional series of episodes based on pieces in Political Quarterly. Mentioned in this episode: Marlière, P. (2024), French Social Democracy in Turmoil. The Political Quarterly. https://doi.org/10.1111/1467-923X.13442 UCL’s Department of Political Science and School of Public Policy offers a uniquely stimulating environment for the study of all fields of politics, including international relations, political theory, human rights, public policy-making and administration. The Department is recognised for its world-class research and policy impact, ranking among the top departments in the UK on both the 2021 Research Excellence Framework and the latest Guardian rankings. https://ucl-uncovering-politics.simplecast.com/episodes/french-social-democracy-in-turmoil/transcript…

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