University of Warwick Podcasts
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Warwick Podcasts allow you to hear from University experts commenting on important issues, their research and events. Warwick Podcasts are available as a downloadable MP3 file or can be accessed directly from this page. You can also subscribe through a number of podcast directories to get Warwick Podcasts direct to your computer and MP3 player.
The damage caused by bullying10:22, Tue 17 Nov 2009 Professor of Developmental Psychology Dieter Wolke discusses his research into bullying to mark Anti-bullying Week Dr Angie Hobbs Senior Fellow in the Public Understanding of Philosophy12:23, Mon 19 Oct 2009 Dr Angie Hobbs discusses her new role as the first ever UK “Senior Fellow in the Public Understanding of Philosophy”, charged with bringing philosophy to as wide an audience as possible in Britain and beyond. What newly-released MI5 archives reveal about American actor Sam Wanamaker15:57, Fri 16 Oct 2009 Theatre researcher Tony Howard discusses what the newly-released MI5 archives reveal about American actor Sam Wanamaker Rodney Bickerstaffe, Hon LLD10:55, Tue 21 Jul 2009 The former trade unionist and pensions campaigner speaks ahead of receiving his honorary Doctor of Laws. Val Gooding, CBE, Hon LLD17:06, Mon 20 Jul 2009 Val Gooding, non-executive director to the BBC's executive board, speaks to the University ahead of receiving her honorary degree. Professor Joseph Roach, Hon DLitt15:48, Mon 20 Jul 2009 Professor Joseph Roach of Yale University, lead of the World Performance Project, who receives an honorary Doctor of Letters. Brenda King, MBE, Hon MA14:45, Thu 16 Jul 2009 Ms Brenda King, Chief Executive of ACDiversity, speaks to the University ahead of receiving her Honorary Degree. David MacKay - Without Hot Air12:30 yesterday Cambridge Professor, David MacKay, talks about what is required for the UK to be self sufficient on renewable energy.
IAS Visiting Fellow - Geoff Eley12:48 yesterday Professor Erica Carter and Christina Achinger of the German Studies department speak to IAS visiting fellow, Geoff Eley (University of Michigan) about interdisciplinarity. International Political Economy Debate - Part Two12:44 yesterday A Politics and International Studies department debate on IPE with Mark Blyth, Shirin M Rai, Dr Matthew Watson and Dr Jeffrey Chwieroth. International Political Economy Debate - Part One12:45 yesterday A Politics and International Studies department debate on IPE with Mark Blyth, Shirin M Rai, Dr Matthew Watson and Dr Jeffrey Chwieroth.
Mapping social interaction for predicting how infections spread.16:31, Wed 6 May 2009 Professor Matt Keeling on his research mapping social interaction in order to better predict the spread of infection. Should we be worried about Swine Flu?16:16, Wed 6 May 2009 Professor Nigel Dimmock talks about the threat of Swine Flu and how we might respond to a global pandemic. False memories17:22, Thu 9 Apr 2009 Associate Professor of Psychology Kimberley Wade talks about why people develop false memories Guns and Rubles III10:45, Mon 23 Feb 2009 Professor Mark Harrison discusses the military-industrial complex in the final part of his series on his book Guns and Rubles The Death of Privatised Keynesianism12:50 yesterday Professor Colin Crouch explains how a model of privatised Keynesianism has lead to financial meltdown and considers what changes are needed to resolve weaknesses in the global economy. Guns and Rubles II13:39, Thu 12 Feb 2009 Professor Mark Harrison discusses Stalin and secrecy in the second of a three-part series on his book Guns and Rubles Guns and Rubles09:47, Thu 5 Feb 2009 Professor Mark Harrison discusses Stalin, the Great Terror, and how defense was at the core of Stalin’s system of rule. The Social Impact of the Arts12:51 yesterday How have writers attempted to articulate the impact of the Arts in society? Oliver Bennett and Eleanora Belfiore discuss what an understanding of this history of ideas brings to contemporary debates on Arts policy and the value of the Arts. 'The story of Warwick Medical School is the story of three powerful women'11:33, Tue 27 Jan 2009 Sir Donald Irvine, another of our honorary graduates, was the first GP to be elected President of the General Medical Council and changed the way medicine is practised in the UK. Here, he reflects on his links with Warwick Medical School. 'It's critically important to disseminate knowledge on a large scale'11:25, Tue 27 Jan 2009 Dr Rajendra Pachauri, one of this year's honorary graduates, is chair of the UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and one of the world's leading figures in the science of climate change. In 2007 he received the Nobel Peace Prize on behalf of the IPCC, alongside co-recipient, Al Gore. Here, Dr Pachauri talks about today's fight against climate change. 'We need to publicise sport to disabled children'11:18, Tue 27 Jan 2009 Honorary graduate and gold medal-winning Paralympic athlete Melanie Easter talks to us about her sporting career. Mental Health In-patient Care11:06, Fri 12 Dec 2008 Professor Scott Weich talks about recent research into mental health in-patient care Digital Forensics15:58, Mon 9 Nov 2009 Dr Matthew Sorell, Visiting Fellow at the Institute of Advanced Study, explores the problems and opportunities of the emerging approach to 'Digital Forensics'. Vadim Jean: "The only thing limiting you is your own imagination"13:31, Wed 17 Sep 2008 Award-winning TV and film producer Vadim Jean talks about his years at Warwick University, his recent work on Terry Pratchett's adaptation of ‘Hogfather’ for Sky One, and gives invaluable advice for any budding film producers. How Psychology Affects Our Credit Card Payments09:37, Fri 5 Sep 2008 A psychological phenomenon called ‘anchoring’ can determine the amount you pay on your credit card bill. Dr Neil Stewart from the Department of Psychology at Warwick University sheds light on how we can be more ‘credit savvy’ when making credit card repayments. Warwick Scientists use Nuclear Magnetic Resonance to Understand “Glass Bones”15:27, Tue 26 Aug 2008 Scientists at Warwick University have helped discover the secret behind a new bioglass that will change the way we treat broken bones. Professor Mark Smith talks about this new research and the benefits of the collaborative effort between Warwick University, Imperial College London, and the University of Kent. What do Greta Garbo, Madonna and Napoleon have in common? Why Glamour, Darling!14:36, Wed 20 Aug 2008 Stephen Gundle from the Department of Film and Television Studies at Warwick has published the first ever history of Glamour. Here he demystifies the mystery behind one of mankind’s most elusive concepts. Shakespeare Studies with Stanley Wells12:53 yesterday Professor Stanley Wells discusses his life's experiences studying the works of William Shakespeare. The Rise and Fall of the Working Men's Club11:25, Mon 18 Aug 2008 As we bid a fond farewell to Coventry Working Men's Club, the oldest in the UK, Dr Ruth Cherrington from the Centre for Translation and Comparative Cultural Studies talks about the gradual decline of the Social Club, and how they have impacted on our society. Public Bailout of Bank’s Recklessness15:21, Fri 8 Aug 2008 In response to the ongoing sub-prime crisis, the recently published Crosby Report recommends that the Government uses public money to swap bank’s seriously damaged mortgage-backed securities for pristine government bonds. Matthew Watson from the Department of Politics and International Studies at Warwick University talks about these recommendations, and how the global ‘credit crunch’ is affecting Labour’s popularity with the electorate. Chilli, Chocolate, and Chips: Foods that Originate from the New World16:36, Mon 4 Aug 2008 Dr. Rebecca Earle from the Department of Comparative American Studies talks about the importance of diet in creating the Indian and Spanish identities in the early modern era, and how the foods that the Spanish once avoided in the New World are now ingrained in many cultures. “Fungal footbaths” could save the honey bee11:51, Fri 25 Jul 2008 Globally, the honey bee population is in decline. This has serious implications for the cross pollination of commercial crops and wild plants. One of the major causes of this decline is the “Varroa Destructor” mite. However, researchers at Warwick University may have found a natural solution to this problem. Dr Dave Chandler from Warwick HRI explains how. 'Art Gives One Complexity'13:20, Tue 22 Jul 2008 Novelist and academic Eva Hoffman has been awarded an honorary degree at Warwick. Here, she talks about her life experiences and the inspirations behind her best selling memoir ‘Lost in Translation’ and her new novel ‘Illuminations’. ‘Troubles in Zimbabwe must be resolved peacefully’14:30, Fri 18 Jul 2008 Dr George Kanyeihamba, one of this year’s honorary graduates, helped establish democracy and the independent judicial system in Uganda, and is considered the ‘Founding Father’ of human rights in Africa. Here, he talks about his experiences, and the need for peaceful resolution of events in Zimbabwe. Central banks ‘key’ to stop recession15:03, Thu 17 Jul 2008 Economist Professor Stephen Nickell, a former member of the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee and one of this year’s honorary graduates at Warwick, says the UK could see a severe recession but that will depend on the action of the Bank of England and other central banks around the world. ‘Second life’ for Warwick Commission11:48, Thu 17 Jul 2008 Chair of the first Warwick Commission Pierre Pettigrew, one of this year’s honorary graduates at Warwick, says the commission report into the future of world trade is set to have an even bigger impact after the completion of the Doha round of negotiations of the World Trade Organisation. Warwick’s links with business will be ‘essential’ in economic hardship12:14, Wed 16 Jul 2008 Business leader John Edwards, the former chief executive of the regional development agency Advantage West Midlands and one of this year’s honorary graduates at Warwick, talks about the continuing importance of the university’s links with business. ‘Poverty is not forever’18:16, Tue 15 Jul 2008 Yesu Persaud is a leading Guyanese businessman and philanthropist. He is renowned for his support of human rights and democracy, and has also been honored for his outstanding contributions in business and Indian history and culture. Here, he talks about how helping people to help themselves is the most effective way of eradicating poverty. ‘The biology of the 21st Century’11:25, Mon 14 Jul 2008 Professor Denis Noble, who was a pioneer in the field of systems biology building the first working mathematical model of the heart and has been given an honorary degree at Warwick, talks about how the future study of biology will change in the 21st Century. RSC Actors Receive Postgraduate Award for Teaching Shakespeare10:45, Mon 14 Jul 2008 The Postgraduate Award for Teaching Shakespeare was launched in 2007 by the Royal Shakespeare Company and the CAPTIAL Centre at the University of Warwick.
Green up with car sharing12:07, Thu 10 Jul 2008 Co-ordinator of Warwick's car sharing scheme Joy Warren explains the advantages of sharing your drive to work with a colleague. Polar bears and icebergs: Warwick students return from the Arctic16:10, Mon 7 Jul 2008 Warwick students Casper ter Kuile and Emma Beirmann return from their WWF Arctic ‘Voyage for the Future’ to help raise awareness of the effects of climate change. Chinese TV and film director Zhang Ji Zhong visits Warwick13:03, Wed 2 Jul 2008 Veteran Chinese TV and film director Zhang Ji Zhong, on his first visit to the UK, talks about his new film, The Monkey King, and his aim to promote Chinese culture in the West, during a talk at Warwick Arts Centre. Reduction in junior doctors’ hours will be beneficial11:19, Wed 18 Nov 2009 A study by Franco Cappuccio, Professor of cardiovascular medicine and epidemiology at Warwick Medical School, has shown for the first time that the planned reduction in junior doctors’ hours will not compromise patient safety and suggests the reduction will actually improve patient care. Islam in contemporary societies, an MA course11:12, Fri 27 Jun 2008 Maqsood Ahmed, the government’s senior advisor on Muslim communities, talks about being the first student on the MA course in Islam in contemporary societies. Saving the British strawberry12:15, Wed 25 Jun 2008 Researchers at Warwick HRI describe a project which could help to prevent the disappearance of UK grown strawberries due to changes in the weather by helping farmers combat the effects of climate change. Innovation summit16:14, Tue 17 Jun 2008 New ways of fostering collaboration between the university and the students' union was discussed at an innovation summit. First structured education programme for type 2 diabetes10:56, Tue 3 Jun 2008 Dr Jackie Sturt, from the Health Sciences Research Institute at Warwick Medical School, talks about the trial of the Diabetes Manual, the first one-to-one structured education programme for people with type 2 diabetes in the UK. Alongside her is Debbie Durk the practice nurse at a GP practice in Birmingham, who was part of the trial, and Angela Jones, a person with diabetes, who has been helped by the Diabetes Manual. Has belonging been lost?12:52 yesterday Sociology Professor Zlatko Skrbis from the University of Queensland in Australia, a visiting fellow to Warwick, considers the effect of a loss of a sense of belonging for some groups in society particularly since 9/11. Parish pieties12:52 yesterday The sixth Warwick Symposium on Parish Research, held in the humanities research centre on May 17, 2008, drew together scholars from the UK, Europe and North America to consider religious devotion in late medieval and early modern parishes. Here the organisers, speakers and postgraduates talk about the symposium and different approaches to the theme of parish pieties. Hybrid embryo research could ‘offer chance to treat incurable diseases’12:51 yesterday Justin St John, Professor of reproductive biology at Warwick Medical School, explains some of the details of planned legislation that would permit for the first time in the UK the wide scale creation of hybrid human embryos for research, containing human and animal elements. Improving solar cells15:26, Wed 14 May 2008 Professor Chris McConville, from the department of physics, talks about his work on the semiconductor indium nitride which could make the conversion of solar energy more efficient. Professor McConville won the John Yarwood Memorial Medal for his work in this area. White British working class children make the worst progress in secondary school12:54 yesterday Dr Steve Strand from the Warwick Institute of Education talks about his report which shows that white British children from working class backgrounds make the least progress compared to other ethnic groups at secondary school. Programme promoting international research begins11:23, Fri 11 Apr 2008 The director of the Max-Planck Institute for Solid State Research in Germany, Professor Klaus Kern, talks about collaboration with Warwick as he completes the first of a programme of visits by academics from across the world aimed at promoting international research across institutions and disciplines. Pregnancy with diabetes11:52, Wed 9 Apr 2008 Dr Roger Gadsby from the institute of education at Warwick Medical School talks about a study in to how women with diabetes plan for pregnancy which could have major implications for care in this area. Positron emission imaging10:23, Mon 7 Apr 2008 The newly appointed dean of the school of engineering Professor Jonathan Seville talks about how his area of expertise, positron emission imaging, is set to develop and what lies ahead for the whole discipline of engineering. The case for embryo research12:52 yesterday Professor of reproductive biology at Warwick Medical School Justin St John explains why his proposed work into using very early stage hybrid human-animal embryos for research is necessary.
Making history live through improvisational theatre12:53 yesterday How improvisational theatre is providing a new insight into the history of capital punishment. Honour crime and the legal system12:52 yesterday Prof Shirin Rai talks about a joint study into how honour crimes are dealt with by the legal systems in India and Pakistan. War and Peace at Warwick12:47 yesterday Polly Teale, the co-director of a production Tolstoy's War and Peace being staged at Warwick Arts Centre, talks to Prof Michael Bell from the English department.
Kosovo independence; a threat to Balkan stability?13:42, Mon 3 Mar 2008 What are the implications of an independent Kosovo for security in the Balkans? A better mind on drugs?09:33, Fri 29 Feb 2008 One of the co-inventors of a type of brain improving drug, and leading neuroscientist, Prof Gary Lynch talks about the implications of mind enhancing drugs. Sharia and UK Law12:46 yesterday Professor Shaheen Ali talks about Dr Rowan Williams' recent comments regarding Sharia and English law. Getting Chinese medicine in to balance12:01, Fri 1 Feb 2008 Director of the Health Science Research Institute and chair of public health Professor Sarah Stuart-Brown talks about some of the fundamentals of Chinese medicine and her own experience of the practice. Economic meltdown for 2008?15:51, Tue 22 Jan 2008 Economist Professor Andrew Oswald talks about the chances of an economic recession and what consumers could do if it happens. Finding gratitude at Christmas11:52, Fri 21 Dec 2007 Psychologist Alex Wood talks about how gratitude could be the key to happiness and how our Christmas gifts can best generate gratitude. A future direction for multilateral trade12:53 yesterday Pierre Pettigrew, Chair of the Warwick Commission, talks about the Commissions' report on the future of the multilateral trade system. Women's fight for equal pay12:50 yesterday The launch of the equal pay archive at Warwick’s Modern Records Centre is discussed by three figures who have played a central role in the battle for equal pay for women.
Democracy in Burma, where now?10:30, Wed 21 Nov 2007 Dr Peter Ferdinand, director of the Centre for Studies in Democratisation, discusses the future of democracy in Burma after the violent put down of protests in the country. The history of working men's clubs12:13, Tue 13 Nov 2007 At the height of their popularity there were more than 4,000 working men's clubs across the UK.
Doctor’s gender a factor in the diagnosis of coronary heart disease15:34, Wed 3 Oct 2007 Dr Ann Adams, principal research fellow at the Health Sciences Research Institute, talks about her work which shows that women family doctors are not picking up on an important risk factor in the diagnosis of heart disease. 'Unwarping' biometrics15:58, Thu 27 Sep 2007 Li Wang, from The University of Warwick Computer Science Department, talks about new technology which would make fingerprint recognition more accurate by "unwarping" distorted fingerprints. Overcoming claims of racism in the UK’s psychiatric services12:34, Mon 24 Sep 2007 Professor Swaran Singh talks about research which shows that claims of racism in psychiatric services cannot be supported by evidence. He discusses a new study aimed at tackling some of the social factors that make people from an ethnic minority background more likely to suffer psychosis. Cultural led regeneration part II16:20, Fri 7 Sep 2007 Dr Jonathan Vickery, of the Centre for Cultural Policy Studies, completes his discussion of cultural led regeneration by considering if the policy has been a success. Cultural led regeneration part I15:26, Fri 7 Sep 2007 Dr Jonathan Vickery, from the Centre for Cultural Policy Studies, talks about his study of cultural led regeneration under New Labour. Here he explains the concept and why the Labour government embraced it. How swarming theory could inform plasma physics and financial markets16:13, Thu 23 Aug 2007 Postgraduate researcher Robert Wicks talks about how a tool to analyse swarming could be used to analyse plasma in the solar wind and movements in financial markets. Modelling the spread of foot and mouth infection15:27, Wed 15 Aug 2007 Matthew Vernon discusses his work modelling the spread of infections such as foot and mouth in cattle and how these models can inform the response to an outbreak. Building nanotech clay armour for emulsions.09:27, Wed 8 Aug 2007 Dr Stefan Bon discusses how his team have developed a process for reinforcing pickering emulsions with laponite clay. From Blair to Brown13:50, Mon 2 Jul 2007 Professor Wyn Grant looks at the transition from Tony Blair to Gordon Brown. The Culture of Genetics - part 212:51 yesterday Professor Sander Gilman of Emory University continues our discussion on the culture and science of genetics. The Culture of Genetics12:52 yesterday Dr Deborah Steinberg discusses the cultural impact of genetic science. Tackling obesity10:22, Wed 23 May 2007 Professor Sarah Stewart-Brown looks at the recent statements on the obesity gene, food supplements and lifestyle changes and asks which is the most effective for tackling obesity. Spooked: Cultures of intelligence in Britain15:58, Mon 9 Nov 2009 Chris Moran discusses the Spooked: Cultures of Intelligence in Britain conference hosted by the University of Warwick Editing the Complete Works of Shakespeare09:19, Mon 23 Apr 2007 Professor Jonathan Bate discusses editing a new edition of the Complete Works of Shakespeare.
Cholesterol busting statins and blood pressure11:16, Wed 18 Nov 2009 Professor Franco Cappuccio from Warwick Medical School talks about his recent research into the effects of cholesterol busting statins on blood pressure.
Warwick students to power space satellite12:52 yesterday Bill Crofts and student, Kennith Leong, talk about the project they are involved in to design and build power supply systems for a moon orbiting satellite planned for launch by the European Space Agency (ESA) in 2011.
The legacy of the slave trade11:53, Fri 30 Mar 2007 On the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the slave trade Cecily Jones discusses the legacy of the trade and why an apology is necessary.
Metal-containing molecules and DNA16:14, Fri 23 Mar 2007 PhD student, Adair Richards, and Professor Alison Rodger from the Molecular Organisation and Assembly in Cells Doctoral Training Centre (MOAC) talk about their work and recent article about binding metal-containing molecules to DNA.
Falstaff - a tragic wit or fool and jester?12:51 yesterday Paul Allen talks about Falstaff, one of Shakespeare's greatest roles. The history and uses of Aspirin15:19, Fri 9 Mar 2007 Professor Mike Stillings talks about the history and uses of Aspirin.
The future of multilateral trade agreements16:24, Fri 23 Feb 2007 Pierre Pettigrew discusses the work of the 2007 Warwick Commission analysing the future of Multilateral Trade Agreements.
Perceptions of body image10:04, Thu 22 Feb 2007 Karen Throsby from The University of Warwick's Sociology Department talks about the relationships between gender and body image as well as cosmetic and weight loss surgery in the light of the recent Radio 1 survey on the topic.
Marketing the Movies12:52 yesterday Chris Meir talks about the Marketing the Movies Conference and how academics are analysing the way films are promoted.
Religion and Public Office12:53 yesterday Professor Roger Trigg talks about the relationship between faith, religion and public office. Should we make a clear distintion between public office and private belief?
Green Chemistry12:53 yesterday Professor James Clark from The University of York's Green Chemistry Centre of Excellence talks about sustainable chemistry, current areas of research and how it impacts on our day to day lives and the environment.
The Women who have played Hamlet12:51 yesterday Tony Howard talks about his research looking at the women who have played Hamlet and the influence they have had on both the play and society.
America's military strategy for Iraq12:52 yesterday Dr Rob Johnson talks about the implications of President Bush's recent announcement that an additional 20,000 troops will be heading to Iraq.
Developing a test for Pre-eclampsia11:59, Wed 10 Jan 2007 Dr Manu Vatish discusses his work on developing a test for Pre-eclampsia
Metal ring round white dwarf solves missing planets puzzle13:14, Thu 4 Jan 2007 Dr Boris Gänsicke and Professor Tom Marsh from The University of Warwick's Astronomy and Astrophysics Group within the Department of Physics talk about their recent discovery of a metal rich gas disc around a white dwarf in the Virgo constellation.
How Angels nearly disappeared from our culture.12:52 yesterday Professor Peter Marshall discusses how the protestant reformation nearly removed Angels from our culture and how they managed to survive into the modern era.
Producing antibodies in plants13:14, Thu 4 Jan 2007 Dr. Lorenzo Frigerio from Warwick's Biological Sciences Department talks about the Wellcome Trust Translation Award he has received to enable him to validate his lab based work on increased yield of antibody production within plant cells using complete plants in order to show industrial scale manufacture is possible.
DNA, crime and civil liberties13:14, Thu 4 Jan 2007 Dr Andrew Roberts asks whether the National DNA Database infringes on our civil liberties and the dangers of a compulsory system.
Abusive Language in Schools13:14, Thu 4 Jan 2007 Dr Sean Neill discusses a recent report highlighting the issue of pupils using sexually abusive language in schools.
Carbon trading13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 Dr Andrew Sentance from the Centre for Globalisation and Regionalisation talks about carbon trading, how it works, how it affects us and the potential benefits.
Nanotechnology in medicine12:53 yesterday Professor David Smith from The University of York talks about nanotechnology and its application to modern medicine. Topics covered include delivery of cancer drugs, tissue engineering and gene therapy.
Is policy damaging the Arts in the UK?12:52 yesterday Munira Mirza argues that current arts policy in the UK may be damaging to the long term health of the arts.
The state of Russia12:54 yesterday Professor Christopher Read examines the current state of Russia and its changing political and economic position.
Wearing the veil - Part 212:52 yesterday Dr H A Hellyer discusses the recent controversy surrounding the wearing of the veil by muslim women.
A New Direction for the Child Support Agency12:53 yesterday Length: 25 minutes
A Religious and Cultural Clash or a Tribal Showdown - Analysing the Danish Cartoons Crisis.12:53 yesterday Length: 25 minutes
A Response to the UK Energy Review - Renewable Sources and the Nuclear Option12:53 yesterday In the face of both increasing concern about climate change and questions as to the security of our gas and oil supplies the Government is undertaking a major review examining the future options for energy provision in the UK. Much of the debate surrounding the issue of energy policy is focussed on the possible role of nuclear power in supplying the UK's energy needs.
A question of leadership13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 Ever since Tony Blair announced he was to stand down as party leader controversy has raged about both when he will go and who his successor will be. Whilst Gordon Brown has been the annointed heir for some time, there is some debate as to whether this is a desirable state of affairs for the Labour Party and challengers to Brown have begun to emerge.
An interview with Tony Wheeler (Graduate)13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 Sam Howarth of Warwick's Development and Alumni Relations Office talks to Tony Wheeler, Warwick Alumnus and Co-founder of the Lonely Planet Travel Guides and publishers. Are you getting enough sleep?15:59, Mon 9 Nov 2009 Our lives are getting busier and busier and it can often seem that there is not enough time in the day to get everything done. For many of us this means we are cutting down on the amount of time we are asleep. There is plenty of evidence, however, that in doing so we are increasing the risk of serious health problems, such as obesity and heart disease, as well as the problems associated with daytime sleepiness.
Building a sustainable response to Islamic extremism in Europe and beyond.12:53 yesterday How can we resolve the tensions between the different communities in Europe in the light of the growing threat from Islamic extremists, sometimes dubbed the 'Enemy Within'?
Can our economy survive high oil prices?13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 With oil prices hitting record highs, questions are being asked as to how long the global economy can survive the rising cost of one of its most fundamental resources. Are low oil prices necessary for prosperity or will the high price of oil force economies to diversify their energy supply and address the issues of global warming?
China - Economic Miracle or Economic Timebomb?12:51 yesterday The growth of China in recent years has been described as an economic miracle with Western companies and governments rushing to build partnerships with the new power in the East.
China and India - The economic giants of the future13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 China and India are the two burgeoning economic giants of the globalising economy. Dr Simon Collinson of Warwick Business School discusses their comparative positions and looks to the future for these to would-be superpowers.
Defining City Regions12:51 yesterday The concept of 'City Regions' has been picked up by political leaders in the UK at both a national and local level. The concept has been used as the basis for a number of policy initiatives, but what lies behind the idea of a 'City Region' and what are the implications for governance and local identity if we start to think in these terms.
Developing a 'Protecting Virus' for flu defense12:52 yesterday Research led by Professor Nigel Dimmock at the University of Warwick is developing an entirely new method of protecting against flu.
Escaping the Earth12:54 yesterday According to Professor Stephen Hawking the future of the Human race is dependent on our ability to begin colonising other planets - within 100 years!
Happiness, economics and society13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 David Cameron, leader of the Conservative Party, recently announced that we should focus on happiness and general well being rather than economic growth. The statement raised questions about how we live our lives, the culture of consumerism and whether 'more stuff' actually leads to better lives.
Heading for a nuclear showdown in the Middle East12:53 yesterday Iran has issued its response to UN Security Council demands that it stop its uranium enrichment programme by August 31st.
Ideas of heroism and sport12:52 yesterday Dr Angie Hobbs discusses the nature of heroism and whether we should consider our sporting men and women as 'heroes'.
Insights into Beckett12:53 yesterday 2006 marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Samuel Beckett. From the cells of San Quentin Prison to the streets of Prague, Beckett is one of the 20th Century's most influential writers.
Intelligent Design or Evolution - Professor Steve Fuller and Professor Jack Cohen12:44 yesterday The controversial issue of whether intelligent design should be taught in American Schools is creating much debate in scientific and religous communities across the world.
Israel and Lebanon - A History of the Conflict12:53 yesterday With a UN ceasefire in place in the Lebanon attention now moves to finding a long lasting solution to the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.
Managing Creativity and Creative Management12:53 yesterday As the Creative Industries become a more important part of the global economy does the stereotype of the creative genius still persist? Do we need to rethink our ideas on creativity and understand how it works more clearly?
Nepal - making sense of the recent protests13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 The streets of Nepal have been filled over the last few weeks with people protesting at the rule of authoritarian King Gyanendra. The protests have resulted in the King reinstating a democratic parliament in the face of calls for an end to the monarchy.
North Korea's nuclear diplomacy12:49 yesterday North Korea's announcement of a nuclear test has triggered an diplomatic crisis. Chris Hughes, Centre for the Study of Globalisation and Regionalisation, and Dan Joyner, School of Law, discuss the history of the crisis and how events may unfold. Patterns of migration - a problem or opportunity?12:54 yesterday Does the UK's current immigration policy cause us problems or does it provide us with opportunities for economic growth? Are we experiencing a new immigration phenomenon or is the flow of people from country to country something that has always been with us?
Persistence in Economic and Political Institutions13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 Most research in political economy starts with the presumption that institutions persist and shape the political-economic interactions of different groups and agents. Many societies, however, experience frequent changes in their political institutions. Certain economic institutions also change. In the face of this picture of frequently changing institutions, do such institutions really persist?
Predicting a World Cup Winner - into the knockout stages13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 Following on from our previous World Cup discussion with Henry Stott of Warwick's Psychology Deparment and Decision Technology, we examine how the tournament predictions have performed so far and look forward to the knockout phase of the tournament.
Problems in French Politics12:54 yesterday France seems to be undergoing a period of intense political instability. Dramatic images of demonstrations and riots on the street parallel rumours and scandal in the corridors of power.
Providing for Gifted and Talented Youth13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 The announcement of a national register of gifted and talented pupils has raised questions over how we provide for the most able children. Commentators have raised concerns over elitism, how we select people for the register and even whether this is the most effective approach to dealing with gifted provision in schools.
Responding to Water Scarcity13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 Growers in the UK are having to get used to managing with less water. Changing climate patterns mean that techniques long established in Southern Europe are now being adapted for use further north.
Tackling Diabetes and Obesity in the UK's South Asian Communities13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 Recent research has highlighted the problems of growing rates of diabetes and obesity in the UK's South Asian communities. A number of factors, including diet, lifestyle and genetics, means that there is increased exposure to these conditions and the associated risk of heart disease, strokes and other problems.
Technology Matters - making choices about the tools we use.12:54 yesterday Why does technology matter? How often do we thing about the implications of our choices of one tool over another? What were the decisions that brought us to our current technological world?
The Experience of Muslims in British and French Prisons13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 According to new research there is a significant difference in the way that the British and French prison systems treat Muslim prisoners. Taking the prison experience as a microcosm of both French and British society, Professor Joly explores the issues of national identity, multiculturalism and ethnic or regligous tensions within both countries and how the state has responded to the challenges. Touching on the recent riots across France, Professor Joly raises serious concers about the ability of the French Government to respond effectively to the crisis and questions some of the fundamental assumptions about what it is to be French.
The Future for Business Schools13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 How relevant are business schools for today's managers and companies? How can schools provide practical support for industry whilst maintaining standards of academic rigour in their research. Are business schools effective in managing the demands of students, government, business and the research sector?
The Science of Discworld - Professor Ian Stewart13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 The Science of Discworld series weaves together a Discworld story by Terry Pratchett which examines what happens when wizards meddle with history in a battle against the elves for the future of humanity, with scientific commentary by two University of Warwick researchers (mathematician and chaos theory expert Professor Ian Stewart and reproductive Biologist Dr Jack Cohen) on the evolution and development of the human mind, culture, language, art, and science.
Translating Orhan Pamuk12:54 yesterday Maureen Freely discusses her work translating the books of Orhan Pamuk and how his work reflects on the political situation in Turkey.
Trends in Football Management - Managerial Dismissals and the Impact on the Game.13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 New research by Dr Sue Bridgewater from Warwick Business School has revealed that over 500 managers from the four top English divisions have been dismissed from their post since 1992 bringing damaging instability to the game. However she also outlines how a new professionalism in the post of manager is already achieving results on the pitch and could thus help managers stay post longer.
Understanding the Iranian Nuclear Crisis12:54 yesterday Tension between Iran and the international community is increasing with negotiations over Iran's nuclear capability at the heart of a growing diplomatic crisis. With the likely recommdendation that Iran be referred to the UN Security Council for supposed breaches of its nuclear obligations the next few weeks will be crucial in determining the outcomes of this latest confrontation.
Wanton Nights and Riotous Feasts13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 Drunkeness, celebrity gossip, murder and the sex lives of politicians and royalty - commentators in the early modern period were just as concerned about these issues as their contemporary counterparts. A new conference at the University of Warwick, "Wanton nights and riotous feasts": Early Modern Representations of Virtue and Vice, will examine how these concerns were expressed and the role that Vice and Virtue had in shaping people's lives and the politics and society of the time.
Wearing the veil13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 Professor Daniele Joly discusses the controversy surrounding Jack Straw's comments about Muslim women wearing the veil.
What chance for peace in Sri Lanka?12:54 yesterday The recent resumption of violence in Sri Lanka between the Tamil Tigers and Government forces has set back hopes that a peaceful settlement could be established in this long running conflict.
World Cup Special - David Beckham and footballing icons13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 Dr Andrew Parker discusses the role of the World Cup in producing sporting icons and talks about the case of David Beckham's transition from national disgrace to international superstar.
World Cup Special - How to predict a world cup winner13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 After analysing the outcomes of 4500 international games Henry Stott gives his guide to the likely World Cup champions.
World Cup Special - The development of English managers13:13, Thu 4 Jan 2007 Dr Sue Bridgewater talks about a programme to professionalise the role of Football Manager and looks at the future for the national job.
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