The Social Profs

On October 25th 2024 the Citizen Advisory Committee in Peterborough is hosting a full day symposium on the stigmas and success stories of people re-entering the community following federal incarceration. Today we talk with keynote speaker, and Trent Assistant Professor of Social Work, Else Marie Knudsen. In this episode, we learn about her approach to researching and teaching difficult topics, why she resists sensationalizing them, and her idea for a new hit show, the Real Housewives of Medieval Times.For transcripts and episode notes, please visit: Social Profs, Season 1, Else Marie Knudsen

Dr. Eugena Kwon is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology, who studies and teaches about pressing social issues such as work and immigration. On this episode of the Social Profs, we talk with Eugena about the mentorship and support that has influenced her research, her love of cooking, and why she thinks BTS is a must-have on the guestlist of any dinner party.For transcripts and episode notes, please visit: Social Profs, Season 1, Eugena Kwon

From Sociology alum to Statistics Canada analyst. Today we sit down with Rachel Tsitomeneas to talk about life after Trent, how she started working for the Federal Government, and why her best advice is to pay attention in research methods classes.For transcripts and episode notes, please visit: Social Profs, Season 1, Rachel Tsitomeneas

Join us today as we talk with Dr. Erick Laming, Assistant Professor of Criminology at Trent University. Professor Laming is often in the news discussing his research on police accountability, but who are his greatest influences in this work? We dig into these questions to learn more about his interests in Criminology, astronomy, aviation, and Emmylou Harris.For transcripts and episode notes, please visit: Social Profs, Season 1, Erick Laming

On this episode of The Social Profs, we sit down with Assistant Professor Mary Jean Hande to talk about her interests in studying – and reimagining – our health care system. We learn about health care activism, her renewed love of classical sociological theory, and why you will catch her playing boardgames on the weekend.For transcripts and episode notes, please visit: Social Profs, Season 1, Mary Jean Hande

The Elizabeth Fry Society is a non-profit organization in Peterborough that provides gender-responsive community supports for people who have been – or are at risk of being – criminalized, while advocating for broader social change to prevent or provide alternatives to incarceration. On this episode of The Social Profs, we sit down with their Director of Operations, Annessa Stillman, to talk about a day in the life of an EFRY employee, the tremendous impact the organization has had in the community, and how students can get involved now and as a future career opportunity.For transcripts and episode notes, please visit: Social Profs, Season 1, Annessa Stillman

Dr. Nadiya Ali is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at Trent University in Durham. In this episode we learn about the people who influence her and the experiences that have shaped her research interests in race and systems of oppression. Listen in as we ask Nadiya some thought-provoking questions and put her on the hot seat.For transcripts and episode notes, please visit: Social Profs, Season 1, Nadiya Ali

On today’s episode we speak with Dr. Naomi Nichols. Canada Research Chair and Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at Trent University. We explore the people who have influenced her thinking and shaped her work, why you might someday see her on a tightrope, and the spirit of reinvention that comes with a career in academia.For transcripts and episode notes, please visit: Social Profs, Season 1, Naomi Nichols

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have a career in policing? Today’s guest is Provincial Constable Alexa Vanderhorst, with the Ontario Provincial Police. In this episode, PC Vanderhorst speaks about the value of her education as a Trent Alum, with a Sociology degree and Specialization in Criminology and Socio-Legal Studies. We discuss the role of the police in helping citizens, connecting with resources and other organizations, and why volunteering in your community is a great first step that you can take now towards a career in policing.For transcripts and episode notes, please visit: Social Profs, Season 1, Alexa Vanderhorst

Welcome to the first episode of the Social Profs Podcast, where we aim to turn teaching inside out. Today we introduce ourselves as the hosts of this podcast and let you know what is to come in the weeks ahead. Since we subject our guests to rapid fire questions, we figured it was only fair we start the season by doing some ourselves. The Social Profs, Season 1, starts now!For transcripts and episode notes, please visit: Social Profs, Season 1, Introduction

Who is the glue who holds the Sociology department together? Who can you go to if you have questions? Who has a tardis tattoo and loves Dr. Who? Why, it’s Laura Strongitharm! Our department’s Academic Administrative Assistant. On today’s episode, we talk to Laura about how everyday bring something new, the supports and services you need to know about, and why she is hoping you will drop by OC 221.1 to see her!For transcripts and episode notes, please visit: Social Profs, Season 1, Laura Strongitharm

Today we sit down with Dr. Stephanie Ehret, Assistant Professor of Criminology at Trent University, whose research examines interactions between Autistic people and the police. We talk with her about her research interests, the influence that Criminologist Barbara Hudson has had on shaping her work, the value of spending quiet time with a good paint-by-number, and why justice is not limited to the courtroom.For transcripts and episode notes, please visit: Social Profs, Season 1, Stephanie Ehret

Deborah White is a Professor in the Department of Sociology at Trent University, but did you also know she is a big fan of Jazz? In this episode of The Social Profs, we talk with Deborah about her research, her interests, and the special dessert she has in mind for her next birthday.For transcripts and episode notes, please visit: Social Profs, Season 1, Deborah White