RejectEd The Podcast

Erin Morton

Reject Ed is a SSHRC-funded project exploring what it means to be a first-generation university student. The podcast hosts scholars and builds meaningful conversation around academic barriers and life within academic institutions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. Oct 1

    Episode 6: Jessica DeWitt

    This episode, the season finale, highlights Jessica DeWitt in her experiences in university and her work with social media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 6: Jessica DeWitt

  2. Sep 9

    Episode 5: feat. Jacquie Gahagan

    This episode of RejectEd features Dr. Jacquie Gahagan, an academic who discusses their experiences entering into academia and their work to provide supports for former youth in care. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 5: feat. Jacquie Gahagan

  3. Sep 2

    Episode 4: feat. Zara Matrix

    This episode features Zara Matrix, a community leader, creative, and drag performer. Listen to her, Murray, and Erin talk about creating inclusive spaces! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 4: feat. Zara Matrix

  4. Jun 30

    Episode 3: feat. Angela Wickett

    This episode of RejectEd featuring Angela Wickett, who chats about her experiences in academia and building a successful business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 3: feat. Angela Wickett

  5. Jun 22

    Episode 2: feat. Jason Lewis

    This episode features Jason Lewis, a digital media theorist. Listen to him, Murray, and Erin chat about imagining the future! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 2: feat. Jason Lewis

  6. May 20

    Season Opener

    Season 2 Episode 1 of RejectEd debuts a new co-host, Dr. Murray Yeomans, alongside Season 1 co-host Dr. Erin Morton. The two scholars discuss academia, first-gen experiences, and their hopes and dreams for the upcoming season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Season Opener

  7. Apr 30

    Episode 6: feat. Dr. HyunJoo Sandy Oh

    In this episode of RejectEd, Dr. Erin Morton and Dr. AJ Ripley interview anthropologist Dr. HyunJoo Sandy Oh about her experiences navigating the university system. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 6: feat. Dr. HyunJoo Sandy Oh

  8. Apr 24

    Episode 5: feat. Dr. Shikha Diwakar

    In this episode of RejectEd, Dr. Erin Morton and Dr. AJ Ripley interview Dr. Shikha Diwakar about her experiences as a first-generation Canadian and graduate student in Canada. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 5: feat. Dr. Shikha Diwakar

  9. Apr 16

    Episode 4: feat. Dr. Wendy Mackey

    In this episode, Dr. Erin Morton and Dr. AJ Ripley chat with Dr. Wendy Mackey about how she makes her community a place for first-generation university students can succeed, and her experiences teaching adult learners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 4: feat. Dr. Wendy Mackey

  10. Apr 9

    Episode 3: feat. Dr. Stephanie Pettigrew and Dr. Richard Yeomans

    This episode features Dr. Pettigrew and Dr. Yeomans as they discuss their experiences as first-gen students, and fondly remember their doctoral supervisor, Dr. Elizabeth Mancke. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 3: feat. Dr. Stephanie Pettigrew and Dr. Richard Yeomans

  11. Apr 2

    Episode 2: feat. Dr. Mary McCarthy Brandt

    In this episode of RejectEd, Dr. Erin Morton and Dr. AJ Ripley interview historian Dr. Mary McCarthy Brandt about her experiences in academia and the ways that she changes the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Episode 2: feat. Dr. Mary McCarthy Brandt

  12. Mar 24

    Introduction

    In this episode, Dr. Erin Morton and Dr. AJ Ripley introduce their SSHRC-funded project, Reject Ed. They explore what it means to be a first-generation university student, discuss the origins of the project, and reflect on their personal and academic growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Introduction
  • 12 Episodes

About

Reject Ed is a SSHRC-funded project exploring what it means to be a first-generation university student. The podcast hosts scholars and builds meaningful conversation around academic barriers and life within academic institutions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Information

  • Creator
    Erin Morton
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Erin Morton
  • Show Website
    RejectEd The Podcast

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