Leaning In and Speaking Out

Podcast by BU CARES Research Centre

Knowledge can be found in many places. Join Jackie Kirk and Michelle Lam as they interview guests whose research and lived experience directly impact classrooms in the real world. Whether you are a teacher, administrator, researcher, or just want to hear more about issues facing kids these days, this is the podcast for you. These podcasts are brought to you by BU CARES Research Centre, an applied research centre in the Faculty of Education at Brandon University.

Episodes

  1. Conducting Cobbling - Leading Large Research Partnerships Podcast

    03/18/2025

    Conducting Cobbling - Leading Large Research Partnerships Podcast

    This podcast explores a single-authored article which employs autoethnography to examine the leadership transition experienced by a scholar moving from managing solo doctoral research to facilitating large-scale, community-based research partnerships. The author reflects on personal journal entries to identify lessons learned in areas like project management, relationship building, and fostering a sense of belonging among diverse collaborators and stakeholders. Using metaphors of conducting an orchestra without music and fitting shoes for diverse feet, the study highlights the unexpected logistical and emotional demands of this shift, including navigating institutional processes and managing the affective dimensions of care. Ultimately, the piece offers insights for individual researchers and institutions on supporting this complex and often undertheorized aspect of academic work. (Note - this is an AI-generated podcast based on the article: https://jprm.scholasticahq.com/article/126978-conductor-and-cobbler-leadership-lessons-from-large-scale-research-partnership-facilitation

    27 min
  2. She Investigates: Bringing the Heat with Research on Women's Leadership during Menopause

    11/07/2024

    She Investigates: Bringing the Heat with Research on Women's Leadership during Menopause

    In this episode, Dr. Candy Jones, Dr. Alysha Farrell, and Dr. Michelle Lam discuss a research project that explores women's leadership during the 'third act of their lives.' Hear insights about identity, leadership, community, education, climate justice, and more. Note - This is the final episode in a 3-part series, "She Investigates," led by the Status of Women Review Committee at Brandon University in honour of Women's History Month.

    36 min
  3. She Investigates: Turning Stories of Sexual Violence into Education

    10/28/2024

    She Investigates: Turning Stories of Sexual Violence into Education

    In this episode, Dr. Candice Waddell-Henowitch and Dr. Michelle Lam discuss a research project that explores experiences with sexual violence, highlighting shared themes and insights from survivors. Learn how the research team turned these narratives into a graphic novel aimed at educating the public on the realities of sexual violence and also how to respond to disclosures. Note - This is Episode 2 in a 3-part series, "She Investigates," led by the Status of Women Review Committee at Brandon University in honour of Women's History Month. The graphic novel, "It Happened to Me and It's Not Okay" can be found here: https://www.bucares.ca/well-being-mental-health

    19 min
  4. She Investigates: The Quest for Disease Prevention and Empowering Future Female Scientists

    10/17/2024

    She Investigates: The Quest for Disease Prevention and Empowering Future Female Scientists

    In this episode, join Dr. Bernadette Ardelli and Dr. Michelle Lam as they explore being a woman in science, the importance of mentorship, and the need to empower young women and girls to pursue careers in STEM. Dr. Ardelli shares insights from her personal journey, highlighting the role of resilience and community in overcoming obstacles. Note - This is Episode 1 in a 3-part series, "She Investigates," led by the Status of Women Review Committee at Brandon University in honour of Women's History Month.

    34 min
  5. Healthy Ageing, Public Education, and Health Checks: There's a whole lot of living left to do!

    09/05/2024

    Healthy Ageing, Public Education, and Health Checks: There's a whole lot of living left to do!

    Join Jackie and Michelle as they discuss healthy ageing, combatting stereotypes, and the value of community-based educational initiatives. They are joined by Meryl Orth, the founder of Health Checks: There's a whole lot of living left to do, and Dr. Rachel Herron, Canada Research Chair and geography professor at Brandon University. https://brandonmbhealthchecks.ca/ https://people.brandonu.ca/herronr/sample/safe-places-for-aging-and-care/

    47 min
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About

Knowledge can be found in many places. Join Jackie Kirk and Michelle Lam as they interview guests whose research and lived experience directly impact classrooms in the real world. Whether you are a teacher, administrator, researcher, or just want to hear more about issues facing kids these days, this is the podcast for you. These podcasts are brought to you by BU CARES Research Centre, an applied research centre in the Faculty of Education at Brandon University.

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  • Creator
    Podcast by BU CARES Research Centre
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
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    Leaning In and Speaking Out