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Research and Innovation
by Leeds University Business School
Leeds University Business School’s "Research and Innovation" podcast brings you insights from our expert researchers. From the future of work, to disruptive technologies; green behaviours to emerging markets, we cover a wide-range of topical issues and novel ideas. Listen to the podcast to find out more about our research and how it’s inspiring business managers, informing policymakers and influencing society.If you have any comments regarding any of these episodes, please contact [email protected].
Episodes
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What do we mean by “decent work” and “good jobs”?
To mark Global Decent Work Day, Professor Jonathan Winterton and Professor Peter Boxall explore what makes a job “decent”, looking beyond legal minimum standards to consider job security, job quality, fair pay, career development, employee voice, and meaningful work. They discuss the role of...
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Bringing your childhood to work: How attachment shapes our working lives, with Dr Judy Ho
For episode 6 of Work in Progress, Dr Sanjay Popat speaks with Dr Judy Ho about how the bonds we form with our primary caregivers in childhood can shape our relationships at work. In this fascinating conversation, they discuss what attachment really is and its different styles. They explore…
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Equal exchange of ideas: from conversation to collaboration
In this episode of "Gerrin' On Wi' It", host Lauren Cox speaks with Rich Crisp from Sheffield Hallam University and TJ Clark from the Yorkshire Policy Innovation Partnership (YPIP) Community Panel about how a single conversation led to a collaborative research project exploring an…
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Co-creating civic exchange through academic and museum partnership
Two years after the launch of the “Muslims in the North” exhibition, Dr Maria Hussain and Leeds City Museum curator Adam Jaffer reflect on the journey of transforming academic research into a public exhibition seen by more than 300,000 visitors. They discuss the power of university–museum...
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Building evidence‑based wellbeing strategies: Lessons from the CIA's first Chief Wellbeing Officer
In this episode of Work in Progress, Dr Sanjay Popat speaks with Dr Jennifer Posa, the CIA's first Chief Wellbeing Officer and former senior leader at Johnson & Johnson and Mayo Clinic. Drawing on her experience leading wellbeing in some of the world's most demanding organisations, Jennifer…
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Six Slices, Better Decisions: The Story of the Evidence Pie
How can local authorities make better, fairer decisions using evidence that everyone can understand and contribute to? In this episode of Gerrin’ On Wi’ It on the Research and Innovation Podcast, host Lauren Cox is joined by Zoe Lancelott and Rhianydd Davies from the Rhondda Cynon Taf Health...
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Just Transitions - a Global Exploration: Malaysia
Dr Jiachen Shi speaks to Dr Clare Richardson‑Barlow about Malaysia’s evolving approach to a just energy transition. In this episode, they discuss how Malaysia frames its energy transition through economic growth and the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR), and examine why labour voices -...
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Just Transitions - a Global Exploration: China’s Orderly Transition Approach
Dr Clare Richardson‑Barlow speaks to Dr Jiachen Shi about China’s approach to just transition. Drawing on Jiachen’s research, they discuss China’s state‑led, “orderly transition” model, where renewable capacity is built before phasing down coal, and explore how national planning frameworks shape...
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Aligning research and decision-making: Inside the Yorkshire and Humber Network of Networks
In this episode of Gerrin’ On Wit’ It, host Lauren Cox sits down with Kayleigh Renberg-Fawcett, Place Team Lead at the Universities Policy Engagement Network (UPEN), to explore the Yorkshire and Humber “Network of Networks” initiative. Together, they unpack how a growing number of academic–policy...
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High-stakes conversations: what organisations can learn from hostage negotiations
What can organisations learn from hostage negotiation? In this episode of our “Work in progress” series, Dr Sanjay Popat speaks with former hostage negotiator Nigel Taberner about the psychological realities of working under extreme pressure. Drawing on more than 130 life-at-risk incidents, Nigel...
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Building regional economies that work for everyone – now and in the future
Professor Alice Owen (Sustainability Research Institute, University of Leeds), Felix Kumi-Ampofo (West Yorkshire Combined Authority) and Professor Gary Dymski (Leeds University Business School) discuss what it really means for a regional economy to be successful, looking beyond headline growth...
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Discussing the intersection of suicide, masculinity and work, with Tom Dickinson
Our special guest this episode is Tom Dickinson, founder of Tom's Talks. The episode centres around Tom's personal experience of losing his brother to suicide and how that shaped the work he does today, speaking in schools and workplaces about mental health and wellbeing. In this episode, we...
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Learning in Tandem: designing experiential and inclusive team-based learning
Tony Morgan and Dr Lena Jaspersen discuss experiential and team-based learning in this episode, sharing insights from both their classroom practice and their pedagogical research. They discuss the diverge-converge approach, how to include students with varying levels of confidence, language...
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Letting go of the script: Brandon Baker on authentic work and self‑discovery
In this episode, Dr Sanjay Popat speaks to former child actor Brandon Baker, best known for Johnny Tsunami and other Disney Channel hits. They explore Brandon’s mental health journey in the context of how early career success shapes identity, the psychological impact of career transitions, and…
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"Bringing together coalitions of the willing" - Yorkshire stakeholders collaborating for shared outcomes
In this episode of “Gerrin’ on wit’ it”, Paul Hayes speaks with Kersten England CBE about how collaboration drives meaningful change across Yorkshire and the Humber. Kersten reflects on major moments in her long career within local government and contributing to local, regional, and national...
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"The key thing is equitable, reciprocal knowledge exchange" - building and sustaining collaborative relationships
In this episode of Gerrin’ on wi’ it, Paul Hayes sits down with community leader Kate Macdonald to explore what genuine cross‑sector collaboration really looks like in Yorkshire and the Humber. Drawing on decades of experience in academia, the NHS, and grassroots community projects, Kate…
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"My knowledge of regional policy is night and day different now" - an academic embedded in South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA)
In this episode of "Gerrin' on wi' it," Paul Hayes speaks with Dr Dan Olner from the University of Sheffield about bridging the gap between academia and local government. As a policy fellow embedded within the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA), Dan shares his experiences working…
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Talking Burnout with Dr Ranj
In the first episode of our “Work in Progress” series, hosted by Dr Sanjay Popat, Sanjay speaks with NHS doctor, BAFTA award winner, and best-selling author Dr Ranj. Together, they candidly discuss Dr Ranj’s experience of burnout, as well as why the NHS has become such a high-risk environment for...
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"Collaboration is essential for research to be useful and responsive" - Yorkshire academics embracing cross-sector working
In this episode of "Gerrin' on wi' it," host Dr Andy Mycock speaks with Professor Joe Cook from the University of Hull about what makes collaboration work in research and community engagement. Joe leads the Communities in their Places cross-cutting theme for the Yorkshire Policy Innovation...
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Harnessing diverse research capabilities across 12 universities for a Yorkshire shared mission
In this episode of "Gerrin’ On Wi’ It", Dr Andy Mycock talks with Dr Peter O’Brien, Executive Director of Yorkshire Universities, about how collaboration is shaping the future of Yorkshire and the Humber. Peter reflects on the unique partnership between the region’s 12 universities, their work…
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“Collaboration brings more strength than going it alone” - Creating networks that address Yorkshire's challenges
In this opening episode of "Gerrin' on wi' it," hosts Paul Hayes and Dr Andy Mycock set the stage for exploring collaboration across Yorkshire and the Humber - a region they argue is England's trailblazer for academic-policy engagement. Paul and Andy discuss the origins of the Yorkshire and…
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Just Transitions - a Global Exploration: Colombia
Professor Vera Trappmann speaks to senior researcher Dario Azzellini about his research on Colombia’s approach to just transition in this latest episode of the “Just transitions – a global exploration” series. Dario gives an overview of Colombia’s holistic and community-driven approach to just...
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Towards a world of ethical computing and smarter robots
In this episode of the Research and Innovation Podcast, Rashik Parmar MBE, and Professor Mehmet Dogar explore advances in artificial intelligence, responsible computing, and robotics. They discuss why responsible computing is becoming urgent, the challenges of making digital systems ethical and...
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Introducing the Surgical Care Observatory – why sociotechnical thinking is needed within the NHS
In this introductory episode, Professor Helen Hughes and Emma Findlay explain the purpose of the Surgical Care Observatory and why successful surgical innovation is about far more than the tech itself. They discuss system readiness, and how sociotechnical frameworks can help the NHS implement new...
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Making sense of risk communications: framing, trust, and trade-offs
In this episode, Professor Magda Osman and Dr Sarah Jenkins discuss risk communication, exploring what role the social sciences play in risk communications, whether it can ever be objective, how people perceive and tolerate risk differently, and how trade-offs and context shape the risk decisions...
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Climate change as a financial risk: what new firms and investors need to know
Addi Manolopoulou speaks to Professors Shima Amini and Abdul Mohamed about their recent research on how climate change risk affects the performance of newly listed firms in the US. The discussion highlights how drought exposure, investor sentiment, and mandatory climate disclosures influence...
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The two forces driving legal tech growth: people and power
After delivering insightful presentations at the Legal Tech in Leeds 2025 conference, Dr Virág Blazsek and Professor Danat Valizade have come together on our podcast to share some of the key themes they discussed at the event. In this episode, they talk about how legal tech growth is shaped by…
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300 years of deceit: a systemic look at financial crime in the UK
Addi Manolopoulou speaks to Professor Steve Toms about his latest book - “Systems of Deceit – Financial Fraud and Scandal in the United Kingdon, 1700-2010.” Professor Toms explains the historical roots and systemic causes of financial crime in the UK, revealing how economic structures,...
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Just Transitions – a global exploration: Nigeria
Dr Alexander Beresford speaks to Dr Temitayo Odeyemi about Temitayo’s research, exploring the key complexities and challenges of just transition in Nigeria. They discuss the involvement of Nigeria’s labour unions and sector-specific unions in shaping government policies around just transitions…
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Just Transitions - a Global Exploration: Quebec
Dr Felix Schulz speaks to Professor Melanie Laroche and Jonathan Michaud from the University of Montreal about how the concept of just transitions is understood and implemented in Quebec, Canada. In the episode, they cover the province's unique industrial relations system, proactive and reactive...
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Challenging ableism in the workplace through restorative entrepreneurship
Professor Nick Williams speaks to Dr Lee Wainwright about Lee’s research on how restorative entrepreneurship can empower marginalised individuals to reclaim social and economic standing. They discuss ableist workplace norms, the parallels between societal treatment of disabled individuals and…
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Unlocking behavioural insights: how businesses can benefit from the Behaviour Lab
Drs Lauren Machon and Helen Hughes talk about the behaviour lab at Leeds University Business School, and how it can help organisations solve real-world challenges. In this episode, they discuss how the Behaviour Lab can be used by companies to test consumer reactions, optimise workplace design…
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How social media influencers can affect the stock market
In this episode, Addi Manolopoulou speaks to Dr Costas Lambrinoudakis and Elliot (Zhengfa) Zhang about their recent paper – The Impact of Social Media Influencers on the Financial Market Performance of Firms. They discuss high-profile cases, including Rihanna and Kylie Jenner, and examine whether...
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Addressing the gender gap in economics
In this episode, Drs Bianca Orsi, Peter Hughes and Juliane Scheffel talk about their project “WISE - Women into Studying Economics” - a research project that is tackling the gender imbalance in economics. They discuss why so few women choose to study economics, the stereotypes that discourage…
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Collaboration done right – key traits of successful partnerships
David Loseby, Visiting Professor of Research Impact at Leeds University Business School, interviews Frank Lee, Chief Executive Officer at the Institute for Collaborative Working, asking what makes a great partner, and how value can be created through collaboration. Both David and Frank spoke at…
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Digital transformation in SMEs: Why relationships matter as much as technology
Digital transformation is a game changer for businesses and economies. But SMEs, which play a major economic role, lag behind larger firms in developing digital capabilities. In this episode, Drs Alex Kevill, Mariana Estrada-Robles (Leeds University Business School) and Selen Kars-Unluoglu...
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All quiet on the biodiversity strategy front: multinational enterprises, value creation and sustainable ecosystems
Dr Ziko Konwar is joined by Dr Christopher Hassall and Professor Ulf Andersson to discuss the intricate linkages between biodiversity and business strategies, with an emphasis on operations of multinational enterprises. As part of the conversation, they explore questions such as how can…
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The limitations and potential of AI - and the role humans have to play in its success
Professor Aristeidis Theotokis speaks to special guest, Rashik Parmar, MBE, about AI and the implications it could have on both business and society as a whole. In the episode, they discuss AI’s potential and limitations; people’s perceptions of AI; who the winners and losers are when it comes to...
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Just Transitions - a Global Exploration: the US
Dr Jo Cutter speaks to Hunter Moskowitz and Dr Mijin Cha from UC Santa Cruz about their case study, exploring the key themes in just transition in the US. The team discuss the roles of unions, coalitions, and policy priorities. This project is funded by the Hans Böckler Foundation – Just...
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Labour shortages, automation, and upskilling in UK food and drink manufacturing
Drs Gabriella Alberti and Jo Cutter are joined by Caroline Keohane and Tanya Barringer from the Food and Drink Federation to discuss how the workforce in the UK food and drink sector has been affected since the end of the free movement of labour from the EU, and other subsequent crises. This...
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Becoming a young radical right activist - an analysis of Poland and Germany
Professor Vera Trappmann, Dr Janina Myrczik and Dr Justyna Kajta discuss their paper - “Becoming a young radical right activist, biographical pathways of the members of radical right organizations in Poland and Germany”. Read the paper here. “Becoming a young radical right activist, biographical...
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Just Transitions – a global exploration: Russia
Dr Olga Ustyuzhantseva speaks to Mattia Dessì about Russia’s energy situation and the state's views on it; the ecological impact of coal in Russia; and the role of the labour movement in Russia's coal industry. This project is funded by the Hans Böckler Foundation – Just Transition: Aktivitäten…
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Just Transitions - a Global Exploration: The Trades Union Congress on climate change and workers’ voices
Dr Jo Cutter is joined by Sam Perry, Green Bargaining Officer for Yorkshire and the Humber Trades Union Congress (TUC) to discuss the work the TUC is doing in the region to support a Just Transition for workers. This project is funded by the Hans Böckler Foundation – Just Transition: Aktivitäten…
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Designing management and innovation courses for team-based learning
Lena Jaspersen and Tony Morgan talk about their pedagogical research on the development of employability skills in students engaged in challenge-based learning in diverse teams. Drawing on assignments produced for their own module “Innovation, Thinking and Practice”, Tony and Lena analysed...
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Just Transitions – a global exploration: South Africa
Mattia Dessì speaks to Dr Alexander Beresford about their South African research as part of the project looking at just transitions across the globe. They discuss factors affecting just transition in South Africa, including how international partners fit into the domestic debates, the political...
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Examining constrained rural entrepreneurship – how farmers are adapting post-Brexit
Dr Peter Gittins and Dr Deema Refai discuss their research on constrained rural entrepreneurship. They talk about the constraints and opportunities farmers are facing post-Brexit, and also discuss how other entrepreneurs work within constraints to achieve positive changes. This podcast episode…
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Just Transitions - a Global Exploration: Germany
In this latest episode of the “Just Transitions - a Global Exploration” series, Professor Vera Trappmann and Dr Felix Schulz discuss German workers’ perception of the climate crisis, and the role of policy in transitioning to a greener economy. This project is funded by the Hans Böckler…
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How can the Foundation Industries reach Net Zero?
In this episode of the “Just Transitions - a Global Exploration” series, Professor Vera Trappmann speaks to Dr Ursula Balderson about the Foundation Industries: how they can transition to Net Zero, how the energy crisis has affected the industry, and what the government is (or isn’t) doing to...
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The social shaping of technology in food retail - why context matters for the future of work
Dr Lilith Brouwers asks Dr Abbie Winton about Abbie’s research on the impact of technology on labour in food retail. They discuss how technology is influenced by society, the economy, politics, culture, and pre-existing technologies, and how all these different aspects affect the future of work…
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Sex workers’ experiences of management and other third parties
Dr Jack Daly speaks to Dr Lilith Brouwers about their recent report on sex workers’ experiences of management and other third parties. Lilith gives an overview of the legal status of sex work and third parties in England, which third parties exist in sex work, why sex workers choose to work with…
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Leeds University Business School’s "Research and Innovation" podcast brings you insights from our expert researchers. From the future of work, to disruptive technologies; green behaviours to emerging markets, we cover a wide-range of topical issues and novel ideas. Listen to the podcast to find out more about our research and how it’s inspiring business managers, informing policymakers and influencing society.If you have any comments regarding any of these episodes, please contact [email protected].
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