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From Newcastle

From Newcastle is a fortnightly interview series, which aims to uncover the latest research developments in ageing and health, data, energy, cities, and culture and the creative arts from Newcastle University.In each episode, we sit down with a world-leading researcher to discover the story behind their work, the questions they are asking and what their findings mean for the real world

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    Will AI influencers change the marketing landscape?

    In today’s episode, we’re asking ‘Will AI influencers change the marketing landscape?’ To help us answer the question, we’ll be joined by our expert, Dinara Davlembayeva, Lecturer in Digital Business at Newcastle University Business School

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    Can AI solve renewable energy's biggest challenges?

    In today’s episode, we’re asking ‘Can AI solve renewable energy's biggest challenges?’ To help us answer the question, we’ll be joined by our expert, Dr Drake Koh, from Newcastle University in Singapore.

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    Can Britain lead the global AI race?

    In today's episode, we’re asking ‘Can Britain lead the global AI race?’ To help us answer the question, we’ll be joined by our expert, Charlie Hoult, entrepreneur and Visiting Professor of Innovation and Enterprise at Newcastle University.

  4. 77

    Can AI be trusted to tell the truth? With Dr Deepayan Bhowmik and Dr Varun Ojha

    In today’s episode, we’re asking ‘Can AI be trusted to tell the truth?’. To help us answer the question, we’re joined by our Newcastle University experts Dr Deepayan Bhowmik, Co Director of NUCoRE Data Science and AI andSenior Lecturer in Data Science, and Dr Varun Ojha, Senior Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence.

  5. 76

    Is AI ownership the next geopolitical battleground? With Professor Ben Farrand

    In today’s episode, we’re asking ‘Is AI ownership the next geopolitical battleground?' To help us answer the question, we’ll be joined by our expert Ben Farrand, Professor of Law & Emerging Technologies at Newcastle University.

  6. 75

    Is AI good for education? With Dr Phil Lord and Professor David Kennedy

    In today’s episode, we’re asking ‘Is AI good for education?’ To help us answer the question, we’re joined by our Newcastle University experts Dr Phil Lord,  Dean of Postgraduate Research for the Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering and Professor David Kennedy, Dean of Digital Education. STAY CONNECTED WITH NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY: Instagram: @newcastleuni TikTok: @newcastleuni X: @FromNCLPodcast | @UniofNewcastle YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newcastleuni CREDITS: Hosted by Teagan Herbert-Davies Audio by Helen Williams Editing by Flora Guitton Production by Stef Moorhead From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/.

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    Is AI bad for the environment? With Professor Rishad Shafik

    With Professor Rishad Shafik In this series of Newcastle University’s ‘From Newcastle’ podcast, we explore the rise of artificial intelligence and how it’s shaping our lives. From creativity and education to ethics and the environment, we’ll be asking big questions about AI and hearing from Newcastle University experts to help us make sense of it all. In today’s episode, we’re asking ‘Is AI bad for the environment?’. To help us answer that question, we’re joined by our Newcastle University expert Professor Rishad Shafik, Professor of Microelectronic systems, director of the new Microsystems AI Lab, and co-founder of the Newcastle University AI spin-out, Literal Labs. STAY CONNECTED WITH NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY: Instagram: @newcastleuni TikTok: @newcastleuni X: @FromNCLPodcast | @UniofNewcastle YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newcastleuni Credits Editing - Matt Taylor Production - Stef Moorhead From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/.

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    Is AI going to take our jobs? with Dr Emily Yarrow and Dr Matthew Forshaw

    In today’s episode, we’re asking ‘Is AI going to take our jobs?’. To help us answer the question, we’ll be joined by our Newcastle University experts Dr Matthew Forshaw, Reader in Data Science and Dr Emily Yarrow, Senior Lecturer in Management and Organisations. STAY CONNECTED WITH NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY: Instagram: @newcastleuni TikTok: @newcastleuni X: @FromNCLPodcast | @UniofNewcastle YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newcastleuni CREDITS: Hosted by Teagan Herbert-Davies Audio & Editing by Helen Williams Production by Stef Moorhead From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/.

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    Is AI crushing our creativity? With Dr Stacy Gillis and Dr Adam Mearns

    Is AI crushing our creativity? To help us answer the question, we’ll be joined by our Newcastle University experts Dr Stacy Gillis, Associate Dean for Education and Senior Lecturer in Literature, and Dr Adam Mearns, Senior Lecturer in the History of the English Language

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    Do we need new AI laws? with Dr Tanya Krupiy

    Do we need new AI laws? To help us answer the question we’ll be joined by our Newcastle University expert Dr Tanya Krupiy, Lecturer in Digital Law, Policy & Society

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    What do we mean by AI? with Dr Stephen McGough

    What do we mean by AI? To help us answer the question, we’ll be joined by our expert Dr Stephen McGough, Reader in Machine Learning at Newcastle University

  12. 69

    25 years of Life - Creating Life: Fertility treatment with Dr Meenakshi Choudhary

    In this episode, Pari talks to Dr Meenakshi Choudhary about the incredible work of the Fertility Centre at Life, bringing hope to thousands of families worldwide.

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    25 years of Life - Understanding Life: Pioneering research with Dr Jennifer Munkley

    In this episode, Pari talks to Dr Jennifer Munkley about how the research taking place at Life is advancing our understanding of cancer treatment and providing hope to those affected.

  14. 67

    25 years of Life - Transforming Life: Medical treatments with Professor Sir John Burn

    In this episode, Robyn talks to Sir John Burn, Professor of Clinical Genetics at Newcastle University about the groundbreaking medical treatments developed at Life.

  15. 66

    100 days of Trump with Dr Skyler Hawkins and Dr Matt Davies

    Isaac talks to Skyler and Matt about Trump's 100 days in office, including the impact of his second term, both nationally and globally and what this means for the future of US politics.

  16. 65

    Engineering a better world: The science and sustainability behind Stu Brew

    In this episode, Isaac talks to the team behind Stu Brew, Europe’s first student-run microbrewery, about operating a successful business whilst keeping sustainability at its heart.

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    Engineering a better world: Inventing reversible glue with Dr Adriana Sierra-Romero, Professor Mark Geoghegan and Professor Katarina Novakovic

    In this episode, Isaac talks to Dr Adriana Sierra-Romero, Professor Mark Geoghegan, and Professor Katarina Novakovic at Newcastle University about their invention of a new reversible glue which is set to revolutionise recycling solutions.

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    From Newcastle Trailer 2025

    Welcome to the From Newcastle podcast, a fortnightly podcast featuring the latest developments in health, science and culture and the creative arts from Newcastle University.

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    International Women’s Day: Northern Women changing the world with Simone Roche MBE

    In this special episode to mark International Women’s Day, Robyn talks to Simone Roche, founder and CEO of Northern Power Women and host of the We Are Power podcast.

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    Microbritt: The Newcastle University spin out manufacturing on a microscale with Dr Carl Dale

    Isaac talks to Dr Carl Dale co-founder and CEO of Microbritt, a Newcastle University a spinout company specialising in advanced microfabrication technologies.

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    Engineering a better world: Regenerative medicine with Dr Ana Ferreira-Duarte and Professor Kenny Dalgarno

    Pari talks to Dr Ana Ferreira-Duarte and Professor Kenny Dalgarno about regnerative medicine and how they are paving the way for safer implants to improve patient recovery.

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    XR Therapeutics: The Newcastle University spin out using technology to revolutionise the world of therapy with Billy Webber

    In this episode, Robyn talks to Billy Webber about how XR Therapeutics is revolutionising the world of therapy through the use of custom built immersive technology.

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    Equiwatt: The Newcastle University start up saving energy and helping the planet with Johnson Fernandes

    In this episode Isaac talks to Johnson Fernandes, Founder and CEO of Newcastle University start up, Equiwatt about how his business is using technology to save energy and help the planet.

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    US Election Special: Part 2 with Dr Skyler Hawkins and Dr Matt Davies

    In part two of this US Election special we talk to Dr Skyler Hawkins and Dr Matt Davies about the how the US election is being reported in the media, the influence of social media and their predictions for the outcome of the 2024 US Presidential election.

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    US Election Special: Part 1 with Dr Skyler Hawkins and Dr Matt Davies

    In part one of this US Election special we talk to Dr Skyler Hawkins and Dr Matt Davies about the presidential candidates and their policies and what the polls are saying in the run-up to election day.

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    Rob Wood Enterprising Futures Academy

    In this episode Robyn talks to successful global entrepreneur Rob Wood about his collaboration with Newcastle University to create the Rob Wood Enterprising Futures Academy, a venture which aims to help young people find the confidence, skills and opportunity to build successful futures for themselves.

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    Black History Month Special: Championing equality and inclusion in the North East and beyond with Zoë Hingston

    In this episode Zoë Hingston, Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Newcastle University shares her thoughts on the importance of Black History Month and the ongoing fight for racial equality.

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    Polybox: The Newcastle University start up empowering marketing agencies with Rojin Yarahmadi

    In this episode Isaac talks to Rojin, co-founder and CEO of Polybox, the Newcastle University start up using cutting-edge technology to empower marketing agencies.

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    50th Episode Special: What is your favourite thing about Newcastle?

    We're celebrating the 50th episode of the From Newcastle Podcast with a round up of our favourite things about Newcastle!

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    Election 2024 Explained: What the general election means for the North East and beyond

    In a special episode ahead of the UK General Election, Eden talks to Dr Martin Farr at Newcastle University about what the outcome could mean for the North East and the future of our country.

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    Refugee Week: Our home away from home: How N.E.S.T is supporting refugees in the North East with Ross Bennett

    Stef talks to Ross Bennet about how North East Solidarity and Teaching (N.E.S.T) are ensuring our local asylum-seeking and refugee community feels at home in Newcastle.

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    Mental Health Awareness Week: Fit for the future: How are Wellbeing Services empowering students and staff? With Kirsty Hutchinson

    In this special episode to mark Mental Health Awareness Week, Isaac talks to Kirsty Hutchinson about the struggles that students face in higher education and a new innovative Impact measurement Scale, which is changing the way we approach supporting students.

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    Women From Newcastle: Striving for an equal future with Leyla Ferrand and Vladislava Klimyak

    Eden talks to Newcastle University students Leyla and Vladislava about gender equality, women in literature and empowering and supporting each other.

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    Women From Newcastle: Empowering women in business with Anna Jones

    Robyn talks to Newcastle University Alumna, Anna Jones about being appointed the first female CEO of The Telegraph Media Group and empowering other women in business.

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    Women From Newcastle: Challenging gender stereotypes in the workplace with Dr Jenny Olsen

    In this episode Robyn talks to Dr Jenny Olsen about how she is offering a brighter future for amputees with her design and testing of prosthetic arms.

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    Women From Newcastle: Celebrating our forgotten female trailblazers with Jill Taylor-Roe

    In this episode Isaac talks to Jill Taylor-Roe about two incredible women who have shaped Newcastle's past, Dr Ethel Williams and Sirkka-Liisa Konttinen.

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    Beyond the diagnosis: The role of exercise in cancer prevention and recovery with Dr Sam Orange

    Eden talks to Dr Sam Orange, Lecturer in Clinical Exercise Physiology at Newcastle University about how exercise can lower the risk of developing cancer.

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    Smiles on Screen: Improving dental care for people with learning difficulties with Dr Susan Bissett and The Lawnmowers Theatre Company

    Robyn talks to Dr Susan Bissett, Lecturer of Dentistry and Claire Hills-Wilson from The Lawnmowers Independent Theatre Company about how a new educational film will help new dentists treat patients with learning difficulties.

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    From Campus to Community: Inside Newcastle's Young@Heart Clinic with Dr Hamde Nazar

    Eden talks to Dr Hamde Nazar about the Young@Heart clinic, a student-run health clinic open to members of the public in Newcastle City Centre.

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    From fungi to furniture: the future of sustainable design with Dr Jane Scott

    Robyn talks to Dr Jane Scott about her research exploring the future of interior design, made with mycelium, a root-like structure of fungus.

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    The future of coral reefs with Dr James Guest and Liam Lachs

    Isaac talks to Dr James Guest and Liam Lachs about their research into coral reef reliance and how they are working to protect ocean biodiversity for the future.

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    What does the future of transport look like? With Professor Phil Blythe

    Isaac talks to Professor Phil Blythe CBE, Professor of Intelligent Transport Systems at Newcastle University about the future of transport.

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    AI-Powered Learning: Using AI as an educational tool with Dr Ahmed Kharrufa and Dr Tiago Sousa Garcia

    Emily talks to Dr Ahmed Kharrufa and Dr Tiago Sousa Garcia at Newcastle University about the rapid rise of artificial intelligence and how AI can be used as a tool in education.

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    Black History Month: Listen to this story! with Professor Karen Sands-O'Connor

    In this special episode to mark Black History Month, Umbereen talks to Karen Sands-O'Connor at Newcastle University about ‘Listen to this story!’, a groundbreaking exhibition about children's books and Black Britain.

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    Refugee Week Special: Sanctuary Songs with Dr David Baines and Theresa Easton

    James talks to Dr David Baines and Theresa Easton about plans for Refugee Week 2023 and Newcastle as a University of Sanctuary.

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    A breakthrough in diagnosing and treating Fatty Liver Disease with Professor Quentin Anstee

    Yasmin talks to Quentin Anstee about an exciting project to develop new diagnostic tests for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.

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    Are animals and AI entitled to legal personhood? with Dr Josh Jowitt

    Yasmin talks to Dr Josh Jowitt, Lecturer in Law at Newcastle University about the legal protection for animals and how the law needs to prepare for questions about the rights of AI and lab grown cells

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    King Charles III Coronation Special with Dr Martin Farr

    James talks to Dr Martin Farr about what we can expect to see at King Charles III Coronation and how the institution is attempting to stay relevant in the 21st century.

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    5.6 Earth Day Special with Dr Bethan Davies and Dr Rachel Carr

    In this special episode to mark Earth Day, Yasmin talks to Dr Bethan Davies and Dr Rachel Carr, Senior Lecturers in Physical Geography at Newcastle University.

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    Creating opportunities for young dads and lads in the North East with Dr Michael Richardson

    James talks to Dr Michael Richardson about his research on the geographies of gender and masculinities and how he is working creatively to help young men and young fathers across the North East.

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From Newcastle is a fortnightly interview series, which aims to uncover the latest research developments in ageing and health, data, energy, cities, and culture and the creative arts from Newcastle University.In each episode, we sit down with a world-leading researcher to discover the story behind their work, the questions they are asking and what their findings mean for the real world

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