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Let's Talk About

Let’s Talk About is a science communication project launched by Cogitatio Press to promote the research published in our journals to a wider audience. It consists of one on one conversations between a Cogitatio Press moderator and an author, who explains the main findings of the article and the value of its research. Our talks are available on our YouTube channel, the Let’s Talk About website (https://www.cogitatiopress.com/lets-talk-about), and podcast directories such as Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts.

  1. 12/11

    Is the U.S. ready to challenge China in the mineral supply chain?

    Can the geoeconomic strategies put in place by the U.S. counterbalance China’s dominance in mineral supply chains? Joined by Anastasia Ufimteseva (Simon Fraser University, Canada), we'll dive into the U.S.-China rivalry over critical minerals essential for the global energy transition. With China leading the extraction and processing of these resources, how is the U.S. responding through domestic policy and strategic alliances?

    10 min

  2. 6/11

    Measuring digital skills for everyday life

    In this episode, Kiran Kapppeler (Department of Communication and Media Research, University of Zurich, Switzerland) takes us on a deep dive into the evolving role of digital skills in our increasingly connected world. From how algorithms shape the content we see, to the importance of understanding data in everyday life, we explore why digital skills are essential. Using insights from a recent study on Swiss internet users, we uncover the impact of these skills on social inclusion, online eng...

    11 min

  3. 30/10

    Rethinking land use in the age of sustainability

    In this episode, we dive into the pressing challenges of sustainable land use with guest Christian Lamker (University of Groningen, The Netherlands). Despite ambitious climate and sustainability targets, traditional planning practices still drive development and land consumption, often at odds with ecological limits. Let's talk about the concept of "post-growth" planning and discover how breaking free from growth-centric models could pave the way for more sustainable and adaptable land use pr...

    14 min

  4. 15/10

    Is the populist right shifting gender balance in mainstream parties?

    Do male-dominated populist radical right parties affect women's political inclusion in mainstream parties? In this episode, we invite Cecilia Josefsson (Uppsala University, Sweden) to show us, through a case study of the Swedish Parliament, whether PRR parties may adapt to mainstream norms and promote women’s inclusion (positive contagion) or challenge these norms (adverse contagion).

    8 min

  5. 25/09

    Seizing the future as a cultural commons

    In this episode, we discover the inspiring story of Future Wilhelmsburg, a resident organization that is shaping their own narrative of the future, turning it into a cultural commons that reflects their collective aspirations. Joined by guest Louis Volont (HafenCity University, Germany), we'll dive into the sociological principles that underpin their efforts through Laurent Thévenot’s model of commonality, highlighting how these activists are mobilizing public arguments, identifying collectiv...

    14 min

  6. 18/09

    Chips, power, and politics: Germany's semiconductor dilemma

    As the US tightens its grip on global semiconductor supply chains to hinder China's technological advancements, Germany finds itself at the center of a geopolitical tug-of-war. In this episode, we are joined by Julian Germann (Department of International Relations, University of Sussex, UK), as we dive into the complex dynamics of the "chip war" and explore why German semiconductor firms are resisting US export controls, despite their dependence on American technology.

    12 min

  7. 10/09

    Digital exclusion is more than just lack of access

    In this episode, we explore how tech advancements and the Covid-19 pandemic have made digital skills crucial, yet a digital divide persists. Maria Laura Ruiu (Northumbria University, UK) surveyed over 2,000 English Internet users with school-aged children to understand what influences their digital skills. This episode reveals that income is the key sociodemographic factor affecting these skills, but motivation, access, usage, and social support are also significant.

    17 min

  8. 3/09

    Academics and community engagement in climate action

    What can the role of academics be in participatory climate action? Connor Smith (University of Edinburgh, UK) discusses his experimental methodology for academics to reflect on their role in local climate action. We explore challenges, power dynamics, and the benefits of academic involvement in grassroots initiatives.

    11 min
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Sobre

Let’s Talk About is a science communication project launched by Cogitatio Press to promote the research published in our journals to a wider audience. It consists of one on one conversations between a Cogitatio Press moderator and an author, who explains the main findings of the article and the value of its research. Our talks are available on our YouTube channel, the Let’s Talk About website (https://www.cogitatiopress.com/lets-talk-about), and podcast directories such as Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts.

Informação

  • Autoria
    Cogitatio Press
  • Anos em atividade
    2023 - 2024
  • Episódios
    87
  • Classificação
    Para todos
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Let's Talk About
  • Site do programa
    Let's Talk About

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