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Meliora: a podcast from the Sustainability & Resilience Institute
by University of Southampton
Welcome to the Green Gown Award winning Meliora Podcast from the Sustainability and Resilience Institute at the University of Southampton! This podcast explores the greatest and most wicked problem that is sustainability, whilst looking at how we are collectively addressing this critical global challenge. Sustainability needs to be addressed by understanding how the economy, society, culture, politics and environment intersect, and this is the focus that informs each episode of the Meliora podcast. In each episode, host Professor Simon Kemp and guest hosts are joined by a variety of guests, including academics, students, staff, researchers, alumni, community groups and business leaders. The aim of the podcast is to shine a light on the vast range of topics surrounding sustainability and to allow listeners to learn about the critical challenges we face, as well as how they can be part of the solution. We also ensure our fantastic students have t
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Corey Peterson: University of Tasmania and International Leader in Sustainability in HE
We are absolutely thrilled to be joined by Corey Peterson, one of the true global leaders in sustainability in higher education! Corey is the Chief Sustainability Officer at the University of Tasmania where he has transformed their sustainability work in the over 16 years he has worked there. A...
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Stefania-Myrto Staiculescu: Sustainability Across Borders: Comparing student attitudes and behaviours at Southampton (UK) and Can Tho (Viet Nam)
Stefania-Myrto Staiculescu (BSc Geography) joins us to discuss her independent research project "Sustainability Across Borders: Comparing Student Attitudes and Behaviours at Southampton (UK) and Can Tho (Viet Nam) which is part of the Sustainability & Resilience Institute (University of...
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Massimo Risoli: The Left Behind in Can Tho, Viet Nam: Smart Cities, Climate Change and Everyday Inequality
Massimo Risoli (BA Geography) joins us to discuss the research project "The Left Behind in Can Tho, Viet Nam : Smart Cities, Climate Change and Everyday Inequality" which is part of the Sustainability & Resilience Institute (University of Southampton) and Mekong Institute (Can Tho University)...
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Sadie Entwistle: Why the UK needs to plant more seagrass and protect what we already have. Projecting carbon stocks and storage rates of a UK subtidal seagrass bed
We are joined by Sadie Entwistle (MSci Marine Biology) to discuss a fascinating research project "Why the UK needs to plant more seagrass and protect what we already have. Projecting carbon stocks and storage rates of a UK subtidal seagrass bed" In this student takeover episode of the Meliora...
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Ronnie Lam: Analysing the intersection between music education and young people in care
We are joined by Ronnie Lam to discuss a fascinating research project "Analysing the intersection between music education and young people in care" along with many wider important issues. In this episode we address the important question "In What Ways Can Institutions Increase Access to Music for...
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Adchaya Apputhurai: A sparkling problem in our aquatic environments - a study on glitter pollution.
Adchaya Apputhurai (BSc Environmental Science) joins us to discuss her dissertation "A sparkling problem in our aquatic environments: A study on glitter pollution". Despite being a prevalent microplastic of a highly complex structure, glitter is overlooked as a pollutant. This study links…
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Jamie Robinson: Salinity rising - the hidden crisis threatening the Mekong delta
Jamie Robinson (BSc Environmental Science) joins us to discuss his research project 'Salinity rising: the hidden crisis threatening the Mekong delta' which is part of the Sustainability & Resilience Institute (University of Southampton) and Mekong Institute (Can Tho University) research...
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Gabriel Westcott: Harm, moral status and the use of animals in biomedical research
Gabriel Westcott (BA Philosophy) joins us to discuss his research project "Harm, moral status and the use of animals in biomedical research". The practice of animal experimentation has been the topic of much discourse in the topic of Animal Ethics, in part because it poses a dilemma for those who...
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Jess Cook: Power to the people - exploring the potential of community energy
Jess Cook (BSc Environmental Science) joins us to discuss her independent research project "Power to the People: exploring the potential of community energy". In this Student Symposium episode, we explore renewable community energy projects from the people's perspective and how they shape up as a...
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Aksel Conway-Forecast: Assessing in-person monitoring techniques for sustainable greenspace management
Aksel Conway-Forecast (BSc Environmental Science) joins us to discuss his research project "Assessing in-person monitoring techniques for sustainable greenspace management". In this student takeover episode of the Meliora Podcast from the Sustainability & Resilience Institute (SRI) at the...
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Jessica Morgan: To what extent does recreational scuba diving accelerate the degradation of Coral Reefs?
Jessica Morgan (BSc Geography) joins us to discuss her research project "To what extent does recreational scuba diving accelerate the degradation of Coral Reefs?" Coral reefs are experiencing unprecedented rates of decline under climate change yet the extent to which local recreational pressures...
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Lili-Mei Judd: Nitrogen cycling in a crab-polychaete-macroalgae IMTA system: implications for waste recycling and water quality
Lili-Mei Judd (MSci Marine Biology) joins us to discuss whether a simplified crab–polychaete–macroalgae integrated multi-trophic aquaculture (IMTA) system could reduce nitrogen accumulation to biologically safer levels than crab monoculture through internal waste recycling. Within fed…
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Barnaby Williams: Transport infrastructure in Southampton - is mobility accessible?
Barnaby Williams (BA Geography) joins us to discuss his research project "To what extent does the transport infrastructure in Southampton, UK, promote accessible mobility?". A huge part of living in society today is movement – flows of people across space are everywhere. Transport infrastructures...
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Luke Farhall: What constitutes effective SDG integration in Higher Education? A comparative analysis of SDG integration methodologies in core curricula across UK universities
Luke Farhall (BSc Environmental Science) joins us to discuss his research project "What constitutes effective SDG integration in Higher Education? A comparative analysis of SDG integration methodologies in core curricula across UK universities". One way a shared blueprint of peace and prosperity...
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Samuel Inkster: 'A knowledge, attitude and practices (K-A-P) study assessing social perceptions to plastic pollution in Can Tho, Vietnam'.
In this episode of the Meliora Podcast Student Research Symposium we are joined by Samuel Inkster (MSci Environmental Science) to discuss his Independent Research Project 'A knowledge, attitude and practices (K-A-P) study assessing social perceptions to plastic pollution in Can Tho, Vietnam'…
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Luc Phillips: Claws for concern - assessing the impact of an emerging aquatic invader through a multi-method approach
Luc Phillips (BSc Environmental Science) joins us to discuss this research project on the invasive potential of the Narrow-clawed crayfish within UK rivers. More specifically, we delve into how research methods such as kick sampling, crayfish trapping, stable isotope analysis and species...
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Rosie Watson: What, if anything, is epistemically criticisable about rhetoric, and when might the use of rhetoric be permissible?
Rosie Watson, BA Philosophy, joins us to discuss her research project “What, if anything, is epistemically criticisable about rhetoric, and when might the use of rhetoric be permissible?” Rhetoric has frequently been treated as epistemically suspect insofar as it appears oriented towards…
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Mia Wake: Minke whale foraging- an analysis in Northeast Scotland
Mia Wake (BSc Environmental Science) joins us in this episode of the Meliora Student Research Symposium, to discuss her independent research project "An analysis of the fine-scale spatial ambit and habitat utilisation of foraging minke whales in North East Scotland". In this episode we explore...
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Uncovering the environmental costs of the fast fashion industry
In this episode of the Meliora podcast Student Takeover Season we are discussing the environmental impacts of fast fashion, including the production of water waste, carbon emissions and energy usage relative to the garment industry, using Shein and sweat shops in Bangladesh as a case study…
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The Shrimp farming dilemma
In this student takeover episode of the Meliora Podcast we explore the rapid growth of shrimp aquaculture in India within a globalised food system. We examine the economic opportunities the industry creates, including export growth and employment, while critically analysing its environmental and...
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Sustainable Food Systems: Corporate vs Individual Responsibility
From discussions surrounding food packaging waste to food waste itself, this student takeover episode of the Meliora podcast explores the notion of “who is really responsible” for these issues in sustainable food systems. Is there a lack of action on individual and household levels, or is it more...
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Sustaining our Coastlines: Pressures and Pathways for Coastal Futures
This student takeover episode of the Meliora Podcast is hosted by Sandeep and colleagues David, Evelyn, and Dalma. The episode explores some of the major human pressures the coastlines face and how that impacts sustainability, along with potential solutions. Coastlines are important in a range of...
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World Cup Sustainability: Qatar 2022 vs North America 2026
In this episode of the Meliora Podcast Student Takeover Season, we discuss sustainability in sports comparing the 2022 Qatar and 2026 United States, Canada, and Mexico FIFA World Cups. We discuss similarities and differences in consumption, infrastructure, resources, transport and energy use...
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The Impacts of Fishing for Sustainable Futures
In this episode of the Meliora Podcast Student Takeover Season, we address sustainability in our oceans, specifically focusing on how the environmental, economic and social impacts of fishing shape our futures. We discuss mangrove deforestation for fishing and most vulnerable communities…
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“Is AI for good?: A sustainable synergy”
In this episode of the Meliora Podcast Student Takeover Season, we ask 'Is our continued use of AI a sustainability problem solver, or is it just creating new issues'? This episode explores both sides of the debate, investigating the modern-day uses of AI, including its role in education, and the...
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“Behind the Screen: The Sustainability of Remote Work”
In this episode of the Meliora Podcast Student Takeover Season, we explore the sustainability of remote working and whether it is truly a long-term solution or comes with hidden costs. We discuss its social, economic, and environmental impacts, linking to key Sustainable Development Goals…
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Do as I say, not as I do: The Sustainable Behaviour Gap
Why do people say they care about sustainability but struggle to act on it? In this student takeover episode of the Meliora Podcast we explore the ‘sustainable behaviour gap’- the disconnect between environmental values and everyday actions. Drawing on academic research and real-world examples…
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Uncovering the Masked Environmental Costs of the COVID-19 Crisis
We know that the COVID-19 pandemic caused an urgent global focus on public health, however what were the costs to our planet? This episode aims to uncover the masked environmental costs of the COVID-19 pandemic, delving into the overlooked costs and the surge in medical plastic pollution. This...
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The Sustainability of Coffee
In this episode of the Meliora podcast Student Takeover Season, we explore UN Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production, through the lens of one of the world’s most consumed commodities…coffee. With an estimated 2.25 billion cups consumed globally every day, coffee...
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Uncovering Curitiba: The Hidden flaws of Brazil’s ‘Environmental Capital’
In this student takeover episode of the Meliora Podcast we discuss whether Brazil’s environmental capital Curitiba is a blueprint for sustainable city design, or just too good to be true. We address the planning and development of Curitiba which has created the city’s sustainability reputation.…
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Impact Agenda - The Reality behind SDG 12
In this student takeover episode of the Meliora Podcast we discuss the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12, which concerns responsible consumption and production. We begin with an overview of what SDG 12 is and the critical global issues of unsustainable production and consumption…
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The Hunger Games: SDGs VS Ozempic
In this student takeover episode of the Meliora podcast, we explore the sustainability issues surrounding the rising trend in weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro, to assess the extent to which they align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Framed through SDG 3 (Good...
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COP: Cop it or Drop it?
This student takeover episode of the Meliora podcast explores the effectiveness of the Conference of the Parties (COP) and attempts to answer the following question: “COP: Cop It or Drop It.” ? This is achieved through an investigation into the 2 main COP legislations, the Kyoto Protocol and the...
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Plant-Based Diets for a Sustainable Future
In this episode of the Meliora Podcast Student Takeover Season, Jess and Eden discuss whether plant-based diets are the key to a sustainable future and, if so, whether this change starts with the individual. From climate change to biodiversity loss, to public health and food security, they unpack...
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Unearthing secrets of the global sand industry
In this student takeover episode of the Meliora Podcast from the Sustainability & Resilience Institute at the University of Southampton, we investigate a highly important yet easily overlooked resource - sand. What happens when something we assume is limitless turns out to be one of the most...
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How can we overcome barriers to being a vegan society?
In this student takeover episode of the Meliora Podcast from the Sustainability & Resilience Institute (SRI) at the University of Southampton, we are discussing the sustainability impacts of veganism and the barriers that prevent individuals from adopting a vegan diet. Veganism has been shown to...
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Addressing Knowledge-Behaviour Gaps in Student Consumer Sustainability Awareness
In this episode of the Meliora Podcast Student Takeover Season we address student consumer awareness gaps across the sustainability topics of food, sport, music and travel. Analysing the results sent to 34 fellow University of Southampton students, alongside the Knowledge-Attitude-Behaviour Model...
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Not So Sweet: The Hidden Cost of Chocolate
In this episode of the Meliora podcast Student Takeover Season we discuss the complex sustainability challenges hidden within the multi-billion dollar chocolate industry. From widespread deforestation and climate impacts to the stark pay inequalities and human rights issues facing West African...
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Jamie Agombar - the inspirational visionary leader who has transformed sustainability across the HE sector
We are absolutely thrilled to be joined by the most impactful Sustainability Leader in the Higher Education sector, the hugely inspirational Jamie Agombar, CEO of Students Organising for Sustainability (SOS) UK! Jamie chats about his career transforming sustainability across the HE sector, his…
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🧟♀️🧟♂️ The Zombie Apocalypse and the Sustainable Development Goals - part 2 🧟♂️🧟♀️
Welcome to Part 2 of our double episode asking ‘if there’s a Zombie Apocalypse, how on Earth will we achieve the Sustainable Development Goals?’. If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, we suggest you listen to that first. The brilliant Jack Dinham (UG, Meliora producer & editor) and I continue to...
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🧟♂️ The Zombie Apocalypse and the Sustainable Development Goals - part 1 🧟♀️
We know you often ask ‘if there’s a Zombie Apocalypse, how on Earth will we achieve the Sustainable Development Goals?’. So, we have recorded a special double 🧟♂️ episode addressing this very question! The brilliant Jack Dinham (UG, Meliora producer & editor) and I discuss our nerdy love for...
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Charlotte Bonner, Chief Executive of the EAUC
We're thrilled to welcome the wonderful Charlotte Bonner, Chief Executive of the EAUC and one of the true leaders of the Sustainability Education sector onto the Meliora Podcast! In this episode we chat about Charlotte's passion for sustainability, how a chance encounter about bike storage…
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Careers in Sustainability: Bronwyn Lee on early career opportunities in the global environmental response industry
We are delighted to welcome the excellent Bronwyn Lee, Consultant at Oil Spill Response Ltd onto the podcast to learn about she has managed to build a sustainability career as a recent Masters graduate. Bronwyn discusses her early love for the marine environment and how that has guided her...
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Careers in Sustainability: Michelle Papayannakos on seizing opportunities for leadership and impact
Michelle Papayannakos is a widely recognized and highly respected leader in the sustainability world, and someone I have a tremendous amount of respect for. With a career that spans the media (BBC, Paramount), rail industry, safety, and Market Analysis working at a senior strategic level we hear...
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Riba Rocks - celebrating art, culture and sustainability in Catalunya and beyond
We are delighted to welcome Sarah Misselbrook, Director of the award-winning not-for-profit Riba Rocks association in Catalunya, Spain to this episode of the Meliora podcast from the Sustainability & Resilience Institute at the University of Southampton. In this episode Sarah tells us all about…
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Sport & Sustainability with Emily Cole - part 2
Welcome to the second part of 'Sport and Sustainability' with Emily Cole, where we continue our chat exploring the complexity, joy, challenges and wellbeing benefits in this fascinating area of sustainability on this episode of the Green Gown Award winning Meliora podcast from the Sustainability…
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Sport & Sustainability with Emily Cole - part 1
We are joined again by Sustainability Teaching Fellow, PhD student and regular Meliora guest Emily Cole to discuss the complexity, joy and challenges in sport and sustainability on this episode of the Green Gown Award winning Meliora podcast from the Sustainability & Resilience Institute at the...
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Social Impact Lab: The journey of Kick4Life F.C. and co-founder Steve Fleming MBE
The Social Impact Lab, hosted by the Meliora podcast, is delighted to be joined by Steve Fleming MBE to discuss the inspirational work of Kick4Life F.C., a football club dedicated to social change. Kick4Life is a multi-award-winning charity and social enterprise using the power of sport to...
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Introducing the Social Impact Lab and Director David Light
The Meliora podcast is delighted to share that we have partnered with the Social Impact Lab (SIL) at the University of Southampton to release episodes all about their wonderfully transformative work. In this introductory episode we chat with the SIL Director David Light to find out all about…
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Southampton Climate Action Network (SoCAN) and the work of Rebecca Kinge & Izzy Sargent
We are delighted to be joined by the brilliant Rebecca Kinge and Izzy Sargent of the Southampton Climate Action Network (SoCAN) to discuss the crucial work they and community collective colleagues are conducting across the city of Southampton. Although climate focused in the name, their work...
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Welcome to the Green Gown Award winning Meliora Podcast from the Sustainability and Resilience Institute at the University of Southampton!
This podcast explores the greatest and most wicked problem that is sustainability, whilst looking at how we are collectively addressing this critical global challenge.
Sustainability needs to be addressed by understanding how the economy, society, culture, politics and environment intersect, and this is the focus that informs each episode of the Meliora podcast.
In each episode, host Professor Simon Kemp and guest hosts are joined by a variety of guests, including academics, students, staff, researchers, alumni, community groups and business leaders.
The aim of the podcast is to shine a light on the vast range of topics surrounding sustainability and to allow listeners to learn about the critical challenges we face, as well as how they can be part of the solution. We also ensure our fantastic students have t
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