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The "Ideas at 5.45" series is a collection of short stimulating talks from academics at The University of Sheffield as part of Sheffield's "Off The Shelf" literary festival. Each one features an academic with a new publication looking to introduce the public to new ideas and cutting edge research…

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From Human Rights To Sentient Rights by Dr Alasdair Cochrane (Department of Politics)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2013 33:17

Why sentience is the basis for moral value, political justice and basic rights.

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Freedom of Expression and the Media by Professor Jackie Harrison ( Department of Journalism Studies)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2013 56:35

Balancing freedom and standards in news media. Jackie also runs the Centre for Freedom of the Media.

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Images of Ageing by Dr Lorna Warren (Department of Sociological Studies)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2013 66:19

How do older women negotiate and challenge images of ageing?

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Loverley. The life and times of “My Fair Lady” by Dr Dominic McHugh (Department of Music).

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2013 55:15

A new look at the beloved Broadway musical.

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Helga’s Diary by Professor Neil Bermel (Department of Russian and Slavonic Studies)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2013 41:03

Holocaust journal of 11 year old Helga Weiss who was deported to Terezin in 1941

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Sectarianism and football rivalry in Scotland by Professor John Flint (Department of Town and Regional Planning)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2013 47:03

Exploring recent controversies about tackling religious bigotry in Scottish football.

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