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House prices are significantly overvalued when compared to people's income levels and interest rates. That is according to new research from the ESRI. Joining Anton to discuss these findings was Dr. Paul Egan, Research Officer, ESRI.

House prices are significantly overvalued when compared to people's income levels and interest rates. That is according to new research from the ESRI. Joining Anton to discuss these findings was Dr. Paul Egan, Research Officer, ESRI.

Policy decisions shape investability, market resilience and long-term returns. In a fragmented global economy, what role should investors play in engaging with governments as part of their stewardship approach? Nathan Fabian, Chief Policy & Research Officer at the PRI, is joined by Jane Ambachtsheer, Chief Sustainability Officer at BNP Paribas Asset Management. Together, they explore how investors can engage policymakers in an evidence-based, financially relevant way, from transition planning and taxonomies in Asia-Pacific to system-level risks and real-economy policy.The conversation also examines asset-owner expectations, stewardship and collaboration, asking how investors can contribute market insight without drifting into partisanship - and what the responsible investment community needs to deliver reliable outcomes for its clients.Detailed coverage:Asia-Pacific policy is moving from frameworks to implementationJane and Nathan discuss transition planning, decarbonisation roadmaps and taxonomies in Japan and China, where investor-policy dialogue is increasingly pragmatic and focused on tools that improve decision-making.Four megatrends are reshaping investment riskJane outlines four megatrends - geopolitics, the environment, innovation and demographics - and why investors need to consider both individual and interconnected system-level risks.Financial policy and real-economy policy are two sides of the same coinThe conversation explores how investor engagement can span disclosure and taxonomy rules as well as economic policies that influence technology, transition pathways and capital deployment.Investors can contribute evidence, not partisanshipNathan and Jane discuss why long-term investors can provide market insight on investability, risk and resilience while maintaining a financially material and objective basis for policy engagement.Policy engagement needs clearer asset-owner expectationsJane reflects on how policy work can be harder to measure than corporate engagement, and why stronger mandates, case studies and accountability can help asset owners assess what managers are doing.Stewardship and policy engagement should reinforce each otherCompany engagement can reveal transition barriers and opportunities that investors can bring to policymakers, while policy positions should remain consistent with voting and corporate stewardship.Credibility and collaboration will define what comes nextThe episode closes with four priorities: local expertise and credibility, authentic collaboration, a whole-value-chain perspective and stronger demand from asset owners for focused policy engagement.Chapters:00:00 – Asia-Pacific: from policy frameworks to implementation03:15 – Four megatrends shaping investor risk and opportunity06:34 – Linking financial-sector policy with the real economy08:55 – How large investors decide where and how to engage14:37 – Why investors are not passive policy takers16:52 – Asset-owner expectations and measuring policy engagement21:18 – Client interests, universal ownership and system-level risks23:10 – Connecting company stewardship with policy reform25:47 – The roles investors should play in policy engagement29:15 – Credibility, collaboration and the future of policy engagementDisclaimer:This podcast and material referenced herein is provided for information only. It is not intended to be investment, legal, tax or other advice, nor is it intended to be relied upon in making an investment or other decision. PRI Association is not responsible for any decision made or action taken based on information on this podcast. Listeners retain sole discretion over whether and how to use the information contained herein. PRI Association is not responsible for and does not endorse third parties featured on in this podcast or any third-party comments, content or other resources that may be included or referenced herein. Unless otherwise stated, podcast content does not necessarily represent the views of signatories to the Principles for Responsible Investment. All information is provided "as is" with no guarantee of completeness, accuracy or timeliness, or of the results obtained from the use of this information, and without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied. PRI Association is committed to compliance with all applicable laws. Copyright © PRI Association 2026. All rights reserved. This content may not be reproduced, or used for any other purpose, without the prior written consent of PRI Association.

July 2026Lord Asa Briggs – the Keighley-born historian of the Victorian age and of broadcasting, served most prominently as vice-chancellor of the University of Sussex and later Chancellor of the Open University. He was one of Britain's most influential public intellectuals of the 20th Century. Less well known, however, is the formative period he spent at Bletchley Park between 1943 and 1945.Arriving somewhat after the time of pioneering codebreaking, Asa found a mature Hut 6 working efficiently and at scale. His insights into the work, as well as the social life at Bletchley Park, documented through contemporary diaries and letters as well as later writing, reveal much about the experience of the rank and file codebreakers in the Bletchley Park ‘intelligence factory'.Bletchley Park's Research Officer, Dr Thomas Cheetham, is joined by Adam Sisman, author of ‘The Indefatigable Asa Briggs', to focus on the life of this era-defining figure.This episode is interspersed with an interview we recorded with Lord Briggs on one of his last visits to Bletchley Park.©Bletchley Park Trust 2026#BPark, #Bletchleypark, #WW2, #Enigma, #Codebreaker,

Episode SummaryRichard is joined by Dr Rory Gallagher, Chief Policy and Research Officer at AMPLIFY, to unpack what's really driving Australians' views on solving the housing crisis. Rory breaks down AMPLIFY'S landmark report, Solving Australia's Housing Crisis: A Promise Broken and a Plan to Rebuild It, built on research collected from over 18,000 Australians, including a weekend-long deliberation where 100 randomly selected individuals debated 13 major reforms.The conversation dismantles the idea that housing policy is a battle between renters and owners, or younger and older generations. Rory reveals how support for reform, from modern construction methods to tax changes and rental protections, cuts across age, tenure and political lines once people are presented the evidence. With the biggest shift in support for renters' rights came from an unexpected group.Richard and Rory also delve into density, stamp duty, and what young renters really want from a home. They conclude that when Australians are given the full picture, the common ground on housing reform is far bigger, and far more achievable, than the headlines suggest.About Our GuestDr Rory Gallagher is Chief Policy and Research Officer at AMPLIFY, where he leads the organisation's community research and engagement practice. He develops tools spanning large-scale public sentiment analysis through to local deliberation, using analytical techniques to uncover consensus on difficult reforms. Rory led Australia's first national deliberation on housing and currently heads AMPLIFY's  national research program.Before joining AMPLIFY, Rory co-founded the Behavioural Insights Team in the UK Cabinet Office in 2010 and later led its operations across Asia Pacific. He went on to establish Australia's first behavioural insights unit, spending a decade working with government, philanthropy, non-government organisations and the private sector to drive more human-centred, data-driven approaches to policy across the country.Tune into the EpisodeIf you want to understand where the real common ground on housing reform lies, this episode is for you. Tune in to hear what more than 18,000 Australians really think about supply, tax reform, density and renters' rights, and why it's not the group you expect.EPISODE LINKSSolving Australia's housing crisisRory GallagherAMPLIFYWe'd love your feedback, send us a message today.LET'S CONNECTSubscribeInstagram Website LinkedIn Email > podcast@charterkc.com.au   This podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered investment or financial advice. This podcast is not intended to replace or supplement professional investment, financial or legal advice. Please seek professional advice based upon your personal circumstances. The views expressed by our podcast guests may not represent those of Charter Keck Cramer. This podcast may not be copied, reproduced, republished or posted in whole or in part without the prior written consent of Charter Keck Cramer.

Send us Fan MailCan artificial intelligence really think like a physician - or is it simply predicting words?This week we're joined by Dr. Michal Tzuchman-Katz, MD, physician, AI entrepreneur, pediatrician, and Chief Innovation & Research Officer at Maccabi Healthcare, one of the world's most advanced healthcare organizations. We explore why the future of medicine isn't just better AI - it's building healthcare systems that learn from every patient.Dr. Michal Tzuchman-Katz, MD is a physician, technologist, entrepreneur, and healthcare innovation leader who currently serves as Chief Innovation & Research Officer at Maccabi Healthcare Services ( https://www.maccabi4u.co.il/ ), one of Israel's largest and most advanced healthcare organizations.What makes Dr. Tzuchman-Katz's story extraordinary is that she has worked across nearly every layer of modern health technology. She began her career as a software engineer, earned her medical degree with honors, trained as a pediatrician, studied genomics and biomedical informatics, and went on to co-found and lead Kahun, an AI-powered clinical reasoning company that developed a knowledge-graph engine containing more than 30 million evidence-based medical insights.At Kahun, Dr. Tzuchman-Katz became a pioneer in explainable AI for physicians, focusing on making AI-generated recommendations transparent, traceable to medical evidence, and aligned with the way clinicians actually think. Today, at Maccabi, Dr. Tzuchman-Katz oversees innovation and research initiatives that leverage one of the world's richest longitudinal healthcare datasets and biobanks to develop and scale technologies that can improve patient outcomes at population level.Remarkably, while leading innovation for a major healthcare system, Dr. Tzuchman-Katz continues to practice as a pediatrician, giving her a uniquely grounded perspective on the promises and limitations of AI in real clinical care.#HealthcareInnovation #ArtificialIntelligence #MedicalAI #PrecisionMedicine #HealthTech #DigitalHealth #ClinicalAI #Medicine #Healthcare #Biotech #Genomics #Innovation #FutureOfMedicine #HealthcareData #MachineLearning #MedicalResearch #Pediatrics #PreventiveMedicine #PersonalizedMedicine #PPPSupport the show

Dr Rachel Slaymaker, Research Officer with the ESRI, analyses the effectiveness of the cost rental scheme.

New data from Lumina Foundation and Gallup's Aligning Education and Work: What Employers Say Higher Education Must Deliver shows that employers still value college degrees — but have serious concerns about whether graduates are ready to use them. In this episode of the Changing Higher Ed® podcast, Dr. Drumm McNaughton speaks with Dr. Courtney Brown, Vice President of Impact and Planning and Chief Data and Research Officer at Lumina Foundation, about what 2,000 employers told Gallup about higher education, why public confidence in colleges has collapsed from 60% to one-third of Americans in a decade, and what institutional leaders must do about it. Brown also discusses Lumina's new national goal: 75% of Americans in the labor force holding a credential of economic value by 2040, up from a current baseline of 43%. Topics Covered: What the new employer data shows about degree value, skills readiness, and preparation gaps Why public confidence collapsed and which concern ranks first, second, and third among those losing faith Why current students report dramatically different experiences than the general public perceives The 43 million stopped-out Americans and why the system failed them Why today's students are not a nontraditional population to accommodate around the margins What Lumina's new credentials-of-value framework measures and why attainment without economic value is no longer sufficient Three Key Takeaways for Leadership: Stop playing defense and lead with evidence. Transparency about outcomes builds credibility. Defensive posturing does not. Treat the skills gap as a question, not a verdict. Investigate what specific skills are missing before restructuring curriculum. Redesign for the students who are enrolling, not the ones who were. Flexibility, mental health support, and advising connected to career outcomes are completion infrastructure, not amenities. Read the transcript: https://changinghighered.com/2026-lumina-gallup-report-aligning-education-and-work/ #HigherEducation #WorkforceReadiness  #LuminaFoundation #HigherEdStrategy #ChangingHigherEdPodcast

Michael is joined by Erin Richter Weber (Chief Policy & Research Officer) and Kristine Burnaska, PhD (Sr. Director, Insights Research and Measurement) from CAQH to unpack the 2025 CAQH Index Report, exploring where administrative simplification is delivering real results, where inefficiencies persist, and what the data signals for payers, providers, and health IT leaders. Erin and Kristine also introduce CAQH's Index Pro tool, an interactive analytics platform that turns Index data into personalized business intelligence.

The blood-brain barrier prevents 98% of medicines from reaching the brain. This prevents the effective treatment of neurological disorders, from cancer to Alzheimer’s. If we knew how to create drugs that could pass through this barrier, then we’d be able to create targeted, effective treatments. But doing so requires a lot of trial and error, and there aren’t a lot of effective, ethical, targeted treatments. Until now. Tune in to learn from Dr Alexis Minchaca Acosta, a Research Officer at the Children’s Cancer Institute, on how her work in lab-made blood brain barriers could change the game for neurological disorders.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Hogan, Research Officer with Teagasc Moorepark, whose work has focused on labour efficiency and work organisation on dairy farms, and Martina Gormley, Teagasc Dairy Specialist, who works closely with farmers on practical ways to reduce workload, join James Dunne on this week's Dairy Edge. With spring calving commenced on the majority of dairy farms it places an increased demand on farm workload and for this episode, we'll be discussing what the research tells us about managing workload, what practical changes farmers can make to reduce pressure, and how small system adjustments can make a big difference to both efficiency and quality of life. For more episodes from the Dairy Edge podcast go to the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/dairy/the-dairy-edge-podcast/ The Dairy Edge is a co-production with LastCastMedia.com

On this episode we talk with Stephanie Enyart the Chief Public Policy and Research Officer at the American Foundation for the Blind.

In this episode: NMW & Employment Rights Bill and How it Changes HR & CompliancePayroll Question Time is brought to you by SD Worx. SD Worx offers smart, tailored and integrated HR and Payroll solutions, along with the local expertise, global reach and reliable service you need to grow your business today!UK payroll is changing fast. Are you ready for 2026 and beyond?In this episode of Payroll Question Time, host Nick Day and our expert panel unpack the Employment Rights Bill timeline, National Minimum Wage hot spots, SSP day one changes, payrolling benefits readiness, and the expanding tax advisory landscape that could affect payroll teams.From holiday pay averaging and tips or tronc rules to AML supervision proposals and software readiness for SSP, we break down what matters now so HR, payroll and finance leaders can prepare with confidence.We cover:- Employment Rights Bill milestones and what to prepare now- National Minimum Wage compliance risks including unpaid working time and apprentice rates- Holiday pay using 52 worked weeks and where employers go wrong- SSP day one entitlement and the impact on processes and software- Payrolling benefits timelines, registration dates and P11D phase out planning- Tips and tronc treatment and what cannot count toward NMW- Tax advisory market changes and AML obligations for payroll providers- Equal pay case lessons and how job design choices create risk- ONS and data reporting workload and what to streamline- Practical actions to cut audit risk and improve accuracyDon't forget to subscribe and turn on notifications to stay updated with every Payroll Question Time.Learn more about SD Worx Academy training courses: https://www.sdworx.com/en-enFind your ideal candidate with our job vacancy system: https://jgarecruitment.ck.page/691ee4537e Nick Day's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday/Our Panel:Simon Parsons, Director of UK Compliance Strategies at SD WorxMathew Akrigg, Policy & Research Officer, CIPPAndy Nicholls, Payroll and Pensions Expert, ConsultantRichard George, Payroll leader

In this episode of the Language on the Move Podcast, Dr Alexandra Grey speaks with Zoe Avery, a Worimi woman and a Research Officer at the Centre for Australian Languages within the Australian Institute for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS). Zoe and her teammates are preparing the upcoming 4th National Indigenous Languages Survey. This time around, the AIATSIS team have made some really important changes to the survey design through a co-design process which we will discuss. The survey will be conducted in late 2025 to 2026 and reported upon in 2026. For additional resources, show notes, and transcripts, go here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In this episode of the Language on the Move Podcast, Dr Alexandra Grey speaks with Zoe Avery, a Worimi woman and a Research Officer at the Centre for Australian Languages within the Australian Institute for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS). Zoe and her teammates are preparing the upcoming 4th National Indigenous Languages Survey. This time around, the AIATSIS team have made some really important changes to the survey design through a co-design process which we will discuss. The survey will be conducted in late 2025 to 2026 and reported upon in 2026. For additional resources, show notes, and transcripts, go here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/native-american-studies

In this episode of the Language on the Move Podcast, Dr Alexandra Grey speaks with Zoe Avery, a Worimi woman and a Research Officer at the Centre for Australian Languages within the Australian Institute for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS). Zoe and her teammates are preparing the upcoming 4th National Indigenous Languages Survey. This time around, the AIATSIS team have made some really important changes to the survey design through a co-design process which we will discuss. The survey will be conducted in late 2025 to 2026 and reported upon in 2026. For additional resources, show notes, and transcripts, go here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/language

In this episode of the Language on the Move Podcast, Dr Alexandra Grey speaks with Zoe Avery, a Worimi woman and a Research Officer at the Centre for Australian Languages within the Australian Institute for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS). Zoe and her teammates are preparing the upcoming 4th National Indigenous Languages Survey. This time around, the AIATSIS team have made some really important changes to the survey design through a co-design process which we will discuss. The survey will be conducted in late 2025 to 2026 and reported upon in 2026. For additional resources, show notes, and transcripts, go here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/australian-and-new-zealand-studies

*In this episode: Payroll Compliance Explained & How New Laws Are Changing HR and Finance | Payroll Podcast*Payroll Question Time is brought to you by SD Worx. SD Worx offers smart, tailored and integrated HR and Payroll solutions, along with the local expertise, global reach and reliable service you need to grow your business today!Payroll is evolving faster than ever. Are you ready to keep up?In this episode of Payroll Question Time, host Nick Day and a panel of leading payroll and compliance experts explore how technology, legislation and policy updates are reshaping the future of payroll.From new HMRC guidance and data security requirements to EV reimbursement rates, salary sacrifice schemes and the latest anti-money laundering obligations, this session breaks down the biggest issues affecting payroll, HR and finance teams right now.We cover:The latest payroll compliance and policy developmentsEV charging rates and salary sacrifice scheme challengesAccuracy, automation and the future of payroll technologyHow payroll impacts employee wellbeing and mental healthNew anti-money laundering rules and agent registration requirementsStudent loan updates and starter checklist changesThe connection between payroll accuracy, cost control and business riskExpert predictions for the next phase of payroll transformationWhether you're a payroll professional, HR leader or finance director, this episode offers practical insights to help you stay compliant, improve accuracy and build a more resilient payroll function.Don't forget to subscribe and turn on notifications to stay updated with every Payroll Question Time.Learn more about SD Worx Academy training courses: https://www.sdworx.com/en-enFind your ideal candidate with our job vacancy system: https://jgarecruitment.ck.page/691ee4537eNick Day's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday/Our Panel:Simon Parsons, Director of UK Compliance Strategies at SD WorxKaren Thompson, Partner and Head of Payroll Services at Armstrong WatsonMathew Akrigg, Policy & Research Officer, CIPPAndy Nicholls, Payroll and Pensions Expert, Consultant*Hashtags:*#PayrollPodcast #PayrollQuestionTime #EmploymentRightsBill #PayrollCompliance #NickDay #SDWorx #PayrollLegislation #PayrollUpdates #PayrollProfessionals #PayrollLaw #PayrollRegulations #PayrollManagement #PayrollStrategy #PayrollLeadership #PayrollReforms #PayrollIndustry #PayrollTrends #PayrollInsights #PayrollGovernance #PayrollOperations #PayrollSolutions #PayrollEducation #PayrollAudit #PayrollExperts #PayrollChanges

This week on the podcast we examine the bombshell merger announcement between the University of Greenwich and the University of Kent, set to create the London and South East University Group – one of the largest higher education institutions in the UK.With a memorandum of understanding signed and contracts expected by Christmas, this "super university" is being hailed as a potential blueprint for sector transformation. But what does this new multi-university model really mean for students, staff, and the future of higher education consolidation?Plus we discuss the recent government reshuffle and its implications for the sector, as Angela Rayner's departure triggers ministerial changes across departments with direct links to higher education – from Liz Kendall's appointment as Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology to questions about skills policy under Pat McFadden's expanded brief at the newly configured Department for Work and Pensions.With Ben Vulliamy, Executive Director at the Association of Heads of University Administration, Emma Maslin, Senior Policy and Research Officer at AMOSSHE, Michael Salmon, News Editor at Wonkhe, and presented by Mark Leach, Editor-in-Chief at Wonkhe. The first multi-university group arrivesBack to the future for the TEF? Back to school for OfS?The former student leaders entering Parliament Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Payroll Question Time is brought to you by SD Worx. SD Worx offers smart, tailored and integrated HR and Payroll solutions, along with the local expertise, global reach and reliable service you need to grow your business today!UK Payroll Is Changing: Are You Ready for What's Coming in 2026?In this episode of Payroll Question Time, host Nick Day and a panel of leading payroll and compliance experts break down the most critical changes set to impact UK payroll over the next two years.From the upcoming Employment Rights Bill to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) reforms, zero-hour contract regulation, and the rollout of Student Loan Plan 5, this episode is your comprehensive guide to navigating what's coming — and what it means for payroll professionals, HR teams, and business leaders.We cover: The 2026–2027 Employment Bill roadmapMajor changes to SSP rules and payroll calculation impactZero-hour contract reforms and employee protectionsPensions, parental leave, and the rise of Fair Work Agency enforcementNew student loan thresholds and the confusion around Plan 5Cross-border payroll challenges with ROI and NI jurisdictionsWhat HMRC is doing to fix disputed RTI chargesWhy compliance risks are rising — and how to prepareWhether you're a payroll manager, HR lead, finance director, or compliance officer, this episode is packed with the insights you need to stay compliant and ahead of the curve.Don't forget to subscribe and turn on notifications to stay updated with every Payroll Question Time.Learn more about SD Worx Academy training courses: https://www.sdworx.com/en-enFind your ideal candidate with our job vacancy system: https://jgarecruitment.ck.page/691ee4537eNick Day's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday/Our Panel:Simon Parsons, Director of UK Compliance Strategies at SD WorxSamantha Mann, Payroll Team Manager, Armstrong WatsonRichard George, Director of Education, The Payroll CentreMathew Akrigg, Policy & Research Officer, CIPPAndy Nicholls, Payroll and Pensions Expert, Consultant

IFPRI Policy Seminar The Future of Youth Jobs in Agrifood Systems in Africa Hosted by IFPRI, the CGIAR Policy Innovations Program, the CGIAR Gender Equality and Inclusion Accelerator, and the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) July 15, 2025 Africa's population is the youngest of any region, affording the continent an adequate workforce to drive economic and social transformation. However, African economies are finding it difficult to create employment opportunities for this “youth bulge”—opportunities that are needed to advance on SDG target 8.6 to substantially reduce the proportion of youth not in employment, education or training (NEET). As of 2020, more than 20 percent of young men and women in Africa fell into this category. African youth wield growing political and social power as they vent their frustrations about the lack of opportunities. Although youth-led protests and their underlying causes are not new in Africa, the recent movements represent an important moment for the region's youth. The agrifood system in Africa remains the backbone of national economies and provides more than half of jobs in most African countries. Thus, it still holds substantial potential to absorb or catalyze youth engagement in productive activities in Africa. But this change will not happen by itself. It will require sustained efforts in policy research and development. While much of the literature and debate on the employment crisis have focused on the role of agriculture in absorbing Africa's youth, the scope of debate and research should be expanded to include the role of youth across the entire food system. Introduction and Opening Remarks Sandra Cristina Kothe Milach, Chief Scientist, CGIAR Alice Ruhweza, President, Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) Steven Were Omamo, Director for Africa, and Director for Development Strategies and Governance, IFPRI Jobs in Agrifood System in Africa Luc Christiaensen, Lead Agricultural Economist, Eastern and Southern Africa, World Bank Landscape of youth engagement in agrifood system in selected African countries Kibrom Abay, Senior Research Fellow, IFPRI Youth aspirations and constraints in Nigeria/Rwanda Jessica Heckert, Senior Research Fellow, IFPRI Initiatives to support young women: learnings from AGRA Catherine Rusagara, Head, Youth Entrepreneurship for the Future of Food and Agriculture, Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) Panel Discussion: How can Africa create more jobs for the youth: Cases and success stories from youth-led initiatives and experiences? Moderated by Nana Amoah, Director – Gender, Youth and Inclusiveness, Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) Innocent Ogirinye Adoga, Youth Initiative for Sustainable Agriculture (YISA), Nigeria Mashoko Chakanyuka, Head of Youth Employment in Agriculture, Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) Kisanet Haile Molla, Spatial Engineer, Civil Engineer, Youth Representative for Infrastructure, World Bank Elizabeth Mwende, Agricultural Engineer, and Youth Representative, the UN Food Systems Coordination Hub Esther Kimani, CEO and founder, Farmer Lifeline Technologies Janette C. Toroitich, Agripreneur, Kenya Closing Remarks Clemens Breisinger, Senior Research Fellow, IFPRI; Interim Director, Policy Innovations, CGIAR Nicoline de Haan, Interim Director, CGIAR Gender Equality & Inclusion (GEI) Accelerator Boaz Blackie Keizire, Director for Policy and State Capability, Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) Moderator Christine Mwangi, Research Officer, IFPRI Links More about this Event: https://www.ifpri.org/event/the-future-of-youth-jobs-in-agrifood-systems-in-africa/ Subscribe IFPRI Insights newsletter and event announcements at www.ifpri.org/content/newsletter-subscription

What's it like to grow up in Ireland after being adopted from another country? Dr. Judy Lovett, Research Officer at the Adoption Authority of Ireland, joins us to discuss her new study on the lived experiences of intercountry adoptees. From identity to belonging, her research offers powerful insight into how adopted adults navigate family, culture, and support in modern Ireland.

Dr. Kirsty Hird, a Research Officer in the Youth Mental Health team at The Kids Research Institute Australia, adds to Episode 1 of The Psychology of Self-Injury podcast by explaining in depth and in layman's terms why people self-injure according to the six most common/popular theoretical models. Connect with Dr. Hird on LinkedIn here, view her staff profile here, and follow her on ResearchGate here. Below are two of her papers related to today's interview as well as a few other resources referenced in this episode:Hird, K., Hasking, P., & Boyes, M. (2023). A comparison of the theoretical models of NSSI. In E.E. Lloyd-Richardson, I. Baetens, & J. Whitlock (Eds.), The Oxford handbook of nonsuicidal self-injury (pp. 24-40). Oxford University Press.Hird, K., Hasking, P., & Boyes, M. (2022). Relationships between outcome expectancies and non-suicidal self-injury: Moderating roles of emotion regulation difficulties and self-efficacy to resist self-injury. Archives of Suicide Research, 26(4), 1688-1701.Gray, N., Uren, H., Pemberton, E., & Boyes, M. (2023). Profiling ambivalence in the context of nonsuicidal self-injury. Journal of Clinical Psychology,  79(8), 1699-1712.Ramsey, W. A., Berlin, K. S., Del Conte, G., Lightsey, O. R., Schimmel-Bristow, A., Marks, L. R., & Strohmer, D. C. (2021). Targeting self-criticism in the treatment of nonsuicidal self-injury in dialectical behavior therapy for adolescents: a randomized clinical trial. Child and Adolescent Mental Health, 26(4), 320-330.Gratz, K., & Tull, M. (2025). Acceptance-based emotion regulation therapy: A clinician's guide to treating emotion dysregulation and self-destructive behaviors using an evidence-based therapy drawn from ACT and DBT. Harbinger Press.Below are links to the original 6 theoretical models discussed in this episode:Four Function Model - Nock, M. K., & Prinstein, M. J. (2004). A functional approach to the assessment of self-mutilative behavior. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 72(5), 885–890.Experiential Avoidance Model - Chapman, A. L., Gratz, K. L., & Brown, M. Z. (2006). Solving the puzzle of deliberate self-harm: The experiential avoidance model. Behaviour Research and Therapy, 44(3), 371–394.Emotional Cascade Model - Selby, E. A., & Joiner, T. E. (2009). Cascades of emotion: The emergence of borderline personality disorder from emotional and behavioral dysregulation. Review of General Psychology, 13(3), 219–229.Integrated Model - Nock, M. K. (2010). Self-injury. Annual Review of Clinical Psychology, 6(1), 339–363.Cognitive-Emotional Model - Hasking, P., Whitlock, J., Voon, D., & Rose, A. (2017). A cognitive-emotional model of NSSI: Using emotion regulation and cognitive processes to explain why people self-injure. Cognition and Emotion, 31(8), 1543–1556.Barriers and Benefits Model - Hooley, J. M., & Franklin, J. C. (2018). Why do people hurt themselves? A new conceptual model of nonsuicidal self-injury. Clinical Psychological Science, 6(3), 428–451.Want to have a bigger role on the podcast?:Should you or someone you know be interviewed on the podcast? We want to know! Please fill out this Google doc form, and we will be in touch with more details if it's a good fit.Want to hear your question and have it answered on the podcast? Please send an audio clip of your question (60 seconds or less) to @DocWesters on Instagram or Twitter/X, or email us at thepsychologyofselfinjury@gmail.comWant to be involved in research? Send us a message at thepsychologyofselfinjury@gmail.com and we will see if we can match you to an active study.Want to interact with us through comments and polls? You can on Spotify!Follow Dr. Westers on Instagram and Twitter/X (@DocWesters). To join ISSS, visit itriples.org and follow ISSS on Facebook and Twitter/X (@ITripleS).The Psychology of Self-Injury podcast has been rated as one of the "10 Best Self Harm Podcasts" and "20 Best Clinical Psychology Podcasts" by Feedspot  and one of the Top 100 Psychology Podcasts by Goodpods. It has also been featured in Audible's "Best Mental Health Podcasts to Defy Stigma and Begin to Heal."

Payroll Question Time is brought to you by SD Worx. SD Worx offers smart, tailored and integrated HR and Payroll solutions, along with the local expertise, global reach and reliable service you need to grow your business today!In this episode of Payroll Question Time, Nick Day and a panel of industry experts unpack one of the biggest shifts in UK payroll legislation—the mandatory payrolling of benefits-in-kind (BiKs) coming in 2027.From the delayed rollout and RTI complexities to how software providers and payroll teams must adapt, this episode dives deep into what the changes mean for your business. You'll also hear sharp insights on the rising risks around salary sacrifice compliance, student loan deductions, and the ongoing impact of minimum wage increases.We round out the episode by exploring the evolving role of AI and data analytics in payroll, and how payroll teams can use tech to deliver strategic insights and earn a seat at the boardroom table.If you're a payroll leader, software provider, or HR decision-maker—this is essential listening.

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A modern digital healthcare economy is impossible without a robust provider directory, which serves as the foundation for interoperability and crucial processes.  In this episode, Erin Weber, Chief Policy and Research Officer, discusses how CAQH supports provider directories, emphasizing the need for data accuracy and standardization through initiatives like universal group roster templates. She highlights the importance of interoperability and maintaining accurate data to ensure seamless care delivery and billing. Don Rucker, Chief Strategy Officer, talks about modern FHIR APIs and interoperability. He uses the analogy of domain name services on the internet and stresses the need for “computable interoperability” where data can be used in real time to improve care. They explain how the 21st Century Cures Act has impacted healthcare and how legacy systems need to be modernized. Don and Erin stress that this work is crucial for modern healthcare to evolve and deliver improved patient experiences.  Tune in and learn how these key changes are shaping the future of healthcare! Resources: Connect with and follow Erin Weber on LinkedIn. Follow CAQH on LinkedIn and visit their website. Connect with and follow Don Rucker on LinkedIn. Learn more about 1upHealth on their LinkedIn and website. Check out the latest annual CAQH Index Report here.

Dr Rachel Slaymaker, Research Officer at the ESRI, outlines the ways in which the short-term rental market impacts Ireland's private rental sector.

Payroll Question Time is brought to you by SD Worx. SD Worx offers smart, tailored and integrated HR and Payroll solutions, along with the local expertise, global reach and reliable service you need to grow your business today!Everything You NEED To Know About the Latest Legislative Changes in PayrollIn this March edition of Payroll Question Time, host Nick Day and a panel of expert payroll leaders dive deep into the latest legislative shifts transforming the payroll landscape in the UK.From major updates to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) to the far-reaching implications of the Employment Rights Bill, this episode is a must-watch for payroll professionals, HR leaders, and employers preparing for what's next.Key topics covered in this episode:Statutory Sick Pay Reform – Day-one rights, LEL removal, and phased return complexitiesEmployment Rights Bill – New rules for zero-hour contracts, umbrella companies & worker protectionsMinimum Wage Increases – What April's rise means for compliance and salary structuresSalary Sacrifice – Avoiding NMW breaches and understanding new employer risksFair Work Agency – How this new body will enforce payroll and employment lawFamily Leave Proposals – Changes to paternity, carers, bereavement, and maternity paySpring Statement Recap – What payroll pros need to know (and ignore)Whether you run payroll in-house or through a provider, this episode will help you prepare for 2025 and beyond, avoid compliance pitfalls, and understand how these changes could affect your people and your bottom line.Our Panel:Karen Thomson, Head of Payroll, Armstrong WatsonSimon Parsons, Director of UK Compliance Strategies at SD WorxMatthew Akrigg, Policy and Research Officer, CIPPRichard George, Director of Education, The Payroll CentreFind your ideal candidate with our job vacancy system: https://jgarecruitment.ck.page/691ee4537eNick Day's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday/

In this episode, we are joined by Majd Sakr, Computer Science Professor at Carnegie Mellon University and Chief Learning and Research Officer at Accenture. We learn about Majd's transition from academia to corporate learning environments, key differences, how to measure ROI of training, the challenges of maintaining learner engagement in fast-paced environments, and experimenting with innovative learning modalities. Majd wraps up the pod with practical tips for those in academia looking to make the move into corporate. LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE, SPOTIFY, AND YOUTUBE Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-learning-geeks-podcast/id1413446184 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7mACo97JvUL1LOmVJ9lATI?si=c430a6d9b08c4100 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@learninggeekspodcast You can also download us anywhere you get your podcasts.   CONNECT WITH US If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN.   DISCLAIMER All thoughts and views are of our own.

Lucie Martin, Research Officer, Behavioural Research Unit, Economic and Social Research Institute, discusses a new report that finds most low-income households had to make "high-risk" changes to their finances to cope with the cost-of-living crisis.

Dr Paul Egan, Research Officer at the Economic and Social Research Institute, discusses the potential impact to the Irish economy of US tariffs on the EU.

Ireland's GDP could drop dramatically if Donald Trump follows through on his plans to introduce tariffs on the European Union. That's the stark warning from the Economic and Social Research Institute this morning. Dr Paul Egan is a Research Officer at the ESRI and co-author of the report discussed this further with Newstalk Breakfast.

Payroll Question Time is brought to you by SD Worx. SD Worx offers smart, tailored and integrated HR and Payroll solutions, along with the local expertise, global reach and reliable service you need to grow your business today!In this edition of Payroll Question Time, we break down the biggest payroll changes coming in the new tax year and what payroll professionals, HR leaders, and finance teams need to do right now to stay compliant and ahead of the curve.With new statutory regulations, salary sacrifice updates, and pension reforms on the horizon, this episode is packed with expert insights to help you navigate the latest legislative shifts with confidence.Key topics covered in this episode:Statutory Neonatal Pay – What this new entitlement means for payroll teamsPayrolling Benefits in Kind (PBiK) – The latest updates and compliance requirementsSalary Sacrifice – How new tax rules impact payroll deductions and benefitsPension Reforms – What's changing and how to prepare for automatic enrolment updatesHot Topics & Q&A – Addressing your biggest payroll concerns for 2025SD Worx Academy Insights – The latest industry trends and payroll best practicesWith industry-leading payroll experts guiding the discussion, we uncover how these changes will reshape payroll operations, what steps employers need to take now, and how to avoid costly compliance mistakes.If you're responsible for payroll, HR, or finance, this is a must-watch episode to future-proof your payroll strategy and ensure a smooth transition into the new tax year.Watch now to get ahead of the 2025 payroll landscape!Our Panel:Simon Parsons, Director of UK Compliance Strategies at SD WorxMatthew Akrigg, Policy and Research Officer, CIPPRichard George, Director of Education, The Payroll CentreKaren Thomson, Head of Payroll, Armstrong WatsonFind your ideal candidate with our job vacancy system: https://jgarecruitment.ck.page/691ee4537eNick Day's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday/

This week on the podcast the Welsh government has announced £18.5m in additional capital funding for universities - but questions remain over reserves, job cuts, competition law and student protection. Meanwhile, new research reveals student mental health difficulties have tripled in the past seven years, and Universities UK warns that OfS' new strategy risks expanding regulatory burden rather than focusing on priorities.With Andy Westwood, Professor of Public Policy at the University of Manchester, Emma Maslin, Senior Policy and Research Officer at AMOSSHE, Livia Scott, Partnerships Coordinator at Wonkhe and presented by Jim Dickinson, Associate Editor at Wonkhe.The government's in a pickle over fees and fundingAs the cuts rain down in Wales, whatever happened to learner protection?Partnership and promises are not incompatibleStudent mental health difficulties are on the rise, and so are inequalities Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On January's edition of Payroll Question Time, hosted by Nick Day, CEO of JGA Recruitment, we dive deep into one of the most significant payroll shifts in years—the mandatory payrolling of benefits in kind (PBiK).With the UK government confirming this sweeping payroll change, set to take effect from April 2026, this episode unpacks what employers need to know and how payroll professionals can prepare now.Key topics covered in this episode:The impact of the PBiK mandate on payroll compliance and tax reportingHow Class 1A NIC changes will affect employer cash flowWhat payroll teams must do to register for PBiK ahead of April 2025The common pitfalls of transitioning to mandatory payrollingHow to communicate changes to employees to avoid confusion over overlapping taxationBest practices for managing real-time payroll deductions and avoiding double taxation concernsWith expert insights from industry heavyweights, we explore why this mandate matters, what steps businesses should take today, and how these regulatory updates will transform UK payroll forever.If you're a payroll professional, business owner, or HR leader, this episode is a must-watch to stay ahead of the curve.Our Panel:Simon Parsons, Director of UK Compliance Strategies at SD WorxMatthew Akrigg, Policy and Research Officer, CIPPRichard George, Director of Education, The Payroll CentreFind your ideal candidate with our job vacancy system: https://jgarecruitment.ck.page/691ee4537eNick Day's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday/

Hosts Gregg Masters and Fred Goldstein welcome Dr. Anne Snowdon, a trailblazer in digital health and a professor at an Ontario business school. With her extensive experience as a nurse, academic, and researcher, Dr. Snowdon shares her insights into the state of digital health, the challenges of patient engagement, the promise of predictive tools, and the critical need for building smarter, connected communities. Tune in for an enlightening discussion that bridges gaps between technology, care delivery, and equity, as we explore what it takes to truly transform healthcare systems. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

In this special edition of "Payroll Question Time," hosted by Nick Day, CEO of JGA Recruitment, we tackle the most pressing payroll challenges as we approach 2025. Sponsored by SD Worx, this episode brings together an expert panel to dissect the impacts of the UK's 2024 budget on payroll compliance, business costs, and the evolving regulatory landscape. Key topics include the effects of national minimum wage increases, employer National Insurance changes, and the rising trend of offshoring talent to manage escalating costs. The panel dives into the future of mandatory payrolling of benefits in kind (PBIK), the challenges of salary sacrifice compliance, and the implications of tightening tax advice market regulations.We also explore how businesses can navigate global payroll complexities, address compliance risks, and prepare for upcoming regulatory shifts in 2026. Whether you're a payroll expert or a business leader trying to stay ahead of these changes, this episode delivers valuable insights and strategies to help you adapt and thrive in an increasingly complex payroll environment.Don't miss this essential episode as we uncover the strategies and solutions you need to tackle the future of payroll head-on.Our Panel:Simon Parsons, Director of UK Compliance Strategies at SD WorxKaren Thomson, UK Payroll Director, AABMatthew Akrigg, Policy and Research Officer, CIPPRichard George, Director of Education, The Payroll CentreFind your ideal candidate with our job vacancy system: https://jgarecruitment.ck.page/691ee4537eNick Day's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday/

In this episode of the Wise Decision Maker Show, Dr. Gleb Tsipursky speaks to Peggie Rothe, Chief Insights & Research Officer at Leesman, who talks about how variety is the key for a great hybrid office experience.You can learn about Leesman at https://www.leesmanindex.com/

In this episode, we connect with Alberto Ramos-Luz, a Research Officer in the Horticulture Development Department at Teagasc, based in Oak Park, Carlow, Ireland. Alberto is at the forefront of research aimed at advancing the apple-growing industry in Ireland. His work involves identifying apple varieties with the best market and agronomic traits and creating production protocols to ensure high yield, quality, and consistency… Alberto has been working with and studying apple trees since 2006. His specialties lie in temperate fruit crops, including apples and pears, tree management, training systems, and evaluation of cultivars and rootstocks.  After earning his qualifications as a Technologist in Fruit Crops in 2010, Alberto went on to pursue a master's in Plant Production in 2012 and completed his Ph.D. in 2016. He then worked as a postdoctoral associate at UDESC, where he focused on cutting-edge research in crop load management, studied how apple and pear trees perform when grafted onto different rootstocks, and trained in various systems. Hit play to hear Alberto's insights on:  The many different groups of horticulture. How pests impact apples and pears. The primary objectives of fruit breeding and genomics.  What “apple scab” is, and how it is mitigated with scientific methods.  The benefits of pruning crop trees.  You can find more information about Alberto and his work at Teagasc here! Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

This week on Better Buildings for Humans, host Joe Menchefski sits down with Dr. Jennifer Veitch, a leading expert in environmental psychology and current President of the International Commission on Illumination (CIE). With over 30 years of research at the National Research Council of Canada, Dr. Veitch delves into the profound impact of light on our health, mood, and performance. In this episode, she shares her journey through groundbreaking research on how lighting quality and control can enhance occupant well-being and productivity, and discusses her vision for the CIE's future. Dr. Veitch also emphasizes the importance of natural light in our daily lives, addressing common misconceptions about artificial lighting. Whether you're an architect, building manager, or simply passionate about creating healthier spaces, this conversation offers invaluable insights into the power of light in shaping our built environment. More About Dr. Jennifer Veitch: Dr. Jennifer Veitch serves as the President of the CIE for the 2023-2027 term. She is a psychological scientist with expertise in environmental psychology, and has been a Research Officer at the National Research Council of Canada since 1992. Dr. Veitch investigates interactions of people and their physical environments, including lighting quality and light source effects on performance, mood, and health. Her research is published in scientific journals and also influences recommendations and standards through the CIE, ISO, and the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES). Dr. Veitch is a Fellow of national and international associations in lighting and psychology. She received the Waldram Gold Pin for Applied Illuminating Engineering from the CIE in 2011 and the IES Medal Award in 2018. CONTACT: ca.linkedin.com/in/jenniferveitch/ https://x.com/JenniferVeitch1 Where To Find Us: https://bbfhpod.advancedglazings.com/ www.advancedglazings.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/better-buildings-for-humans-podcast www.linkedin.com/in/advanced-glazings-ltd-848b4625 https://twitter.com/bbfhpodhttps://twitter.com/Solera_Daylight

Today's Payroll podcast episode is brought to you by Deel, the all-in-one Global People Platform that simplifies how you pay your global team. Deel's fully-managed global payroll makes it possible to pay your entire team in over 100 countries and in over 200 currencies, all in one place. So whether you're an enterprise business, a small company, or something in between, Deel is built to meet your unique business needs.Book A Demo Now: https://www.deel.com/paid-lp/global-payroll?utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=nickday&utm_campaign=ww_aware_branding_nickday_podcast_gp-nickday-mar24_gp_all&utm_content=aware_gp_podcast_gp-nickday-audio_enPayroll Legislation Updates is brought to you by The Payroll Podcast and SD Worx. This episode was taken from a live recording of the Payroll Question Time July ‘24 Webinar.In this episode, we tackle the latest payroll and employment law updates, focusing on the Labour government's proposed changes and their impact on the payroll industry. Our expert panel examines the potential overhaul of zero-hour contracts and the push towards actual hours worked contracts, shedding light on the implications for various sectors.We explore significant reforms in employment law, including enhanced protections for unfair dismissal, expanded parental leave, and statutory sick pay modifications. The discussion covers the anticipated Employment Rights Bill, emphasizing the government's commitment to enforcing employment rights and introducing a real living wage.The conversation extends to the evolving landscape of pay gap reporting, including the challenges and benefits of reporting on ethnicity and disability pay gaps alongside gender. Our panel provides insights into flexible working rights and the complexities of implementing these policies from day one.On the pensions front, we delve into the proposed pensions bill, which addresses the consolidation of small pension pots, the future of defined benefit markets, and the impact of the triple lock on state pensions. We also consider the potential creation of a single enforcement body and fair work agencies to ensure compliance with new standards.Join us for an informative session that unpacks these legislative changes, offering practical solutions and expert advice for navigating the shifting landscape of payroll and employment law.Our Expert Panel:Simon Parsons, Director of UK Compliance Strategies at SD WorxKaren Thomson, UK Payroll Director, AABMatthew Akrigg, Policy and Research Officer, CIPP Andy NichollsRichard George, Director of Education, The Payroll CentreFind your ideal candidate with our job vacancy system: https://jgarecruitment.ck.page/691ee4537eNick Day's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday/

In this week's episode, Han is joined by Gemma Sharp and Alisha Randhawa. Gemma is an Associate Professor of Research and Senior Clinical Psychologist who leads the Body Image & Eating Disorders Research Program at Monash University in Melbourne. Gemma is also the lead of the International Consortium for Research in Eating Disorders which will be officially launched in September 2024. Alisha Randhawa is a Research Officer at the Body Image & Eating Disorders Research Group at Monash University in Melbourne, and an aspiring clinical psychologist.This week, we discuss:The link between the menopause and eating disorders. The impact that the menopause can have on a woman's health, including her mental health. The impact of changes in hormone levels, particularly oestrogen and testosterone. The impact the menopause may have on a woman's relationship with her body. The motivation for starting the project Gemma and Alisha have worked on together and the resources required for women going through the menopause. How loved ones can support someone going through the menopause. To find out more about Gemma, please head over to their research page or send any questions you have about the podcast or Gemma's work to Gemma Sharp gemma.sharp@monash.edu. You can also connect with Gemma and Alisha on LinkedIn to keep up to date with their research.To find the menopause resource mentioned in this episode, please click here. You can also find the International Consortium for Research in Eating Disorders and online registration for the consortium launch on 25th Sept 2024 using the links attached.Kindly note, that this episode delves into sensitive eating disorder topics. Remember to take care of yourself while listening, and always seek professional help if needed. This podcast is your bridge to insightful discussions, not a substitute for clinical guidance.

Research Officer with the Health Reserach Board, Anne Marie Carew outlines the latest report in illegal drug use in Ireland observing a continued rise in the use of cocaine, especially among women.

Today we are celebrating Dublin Zoo's Conservation Master Plan! Jack is joined by the brilliant Andrew Mooney to discuss how this came to be, what it contains and how it is aiming to create a complete paradigm shift within the organisation! Jack and Andrew also talk about the IUCN Centre for Species Survival which is based at the zoo and how the organisation is working with all kinds of groups from the public to policy makers to ensure that conservation is always on the agenda.  Finally, the duo also discuss increasing accessibility to the conservation space – both for members of the LGBTQ+ community as well as young people! Make sure to share your thoughts on social media using #PangolinPride

This webinar was a launch of 'Industrial Policy in Turkey: Rise, Retreat and Return' by William Hale, Mustafa Kutlay and Mina Toksoz published by Edinburgh University Press. At a time when many advanced and emerging economies are adopting more active industrial policies, this book provides an in-depth historical–empirical account of industrial policy in Turkey – its rise, retreat and return. This study adopts a multidisciplinary approach and covers the role of the state in Turkey's initial industrialisation to the current period of restructuring and potential technological upgrading of its manufacturing base. The analysis traces how industrial policy has been shaped by state capacity, the waves of reforms following economic crises, the dearth of long-term finance for industrialisation and, more recently, the need to address issues such as low-tech industrial structure and pre-mature de-industrialisation. The book aims to answer questions of what worked and what went wrong with previous policies. It asks how current policies could be shaped to overcome the problems of cronyism and corruption, and also achieve new objectives of technological upgrading and socio-environmental sustainability. William Hale is an Emeritus Professor at SOAS, having retired as Professor of Politics with Special Reference to Turkey in 2006. His main interests are the modern politics and international relations of Turkey. Mustafa Kutlay is a senior lecturer in the Department of International Politics at City, University of London. His current research focuses on the comparative politics and political economy of developing countries (with particular reference to Turkey, Turkish politics and foreign policy), institutions and development in the global South, and political risk analysis. Mina Toksoz is an International Economist having worked at the Economist Intelligence Unit variously as Editorial Director of the Middle East, Europe, and the Country Risk Service. Arda Bilgen is a Research Officer at the LSE Middle East Centre, where he works on the PeaceRep project ‘Surface Water Changes in the Euphrates-Tigris Basin since 1984 and their Governance Implications for Iraq', led by Dr Michael Mason. His work mainly focuses on water politics, transboundary water resources management, and hydraulic infrastructure development.

May 2024    Over the next 6 weeks, to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of D-Day, we will be releasing 3 special episodes to tell the full story of The Longest Day. This first part is a complete remastering of our original Tide of Victory episode with the addition of much new content. This first episode takes us to the south coast of Britain which, in May 1944, resembled one huge army camp as over 2 million men waited for D-Day. In the Buckinghamshire countryside the staff at GC&CS carried on feeding detailed and crucial intelligence to the Allied forces that would play an integral part in the success of the upcoming Operation Overlord. The Western Front Committee was established at Bletchley Park in October 1942 and for the next 18 months built up a comprehensive picture of German forces in the West, recording every unit, its location and its strength.  From February 1943 the committee began to produce reports of which over 450 pages are now held in our archives. Head of Content, Erica Munro and our Research Historian, Dr David Kenyon use these to illustrate how the various departments, using multiple sources, came together to create the vital information that the D-Day planners needed, in some cases even leading to last minute changes. Meanwhile our Research Officer, Dr Thomas Cheetham brings us the full story of a temporary Y Station set up at Bletchley Park just for D-Day. This episode features the following from our Oral History archive: Vera Bartram Pat Davies Edna Garbutt Enid Wenban Many thanks to Dr Ben Thomson for voicing our archival documents. Image: ©Bletchley Park Trust 2024 #BPark, #Bletchleypark, #WW2, #D-Day80,

Dr. Christopher Mitchell is Professor Emeritus, at George Mason University in Fairfax County, Virginia near Washington, D.C. He is director of the Jimmy & Roslan Carter Center at George Mason He has served in higher educational institutions as a Research Associate, Research Officer, Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Professor of International Relations in the Department of Systems Science of the City University, London. Most recently his teaching responsibilities have been as Director of the Institute for Conflict Analysis & Resolutions and Drucie French Cumbie Professor of Conflict Analysis at George Mason University.

February 2024 In 2023, Bletchley Park Trust completed its biggest refurbishment project to date – a £13 million, three-phase project, to open up wartime buildings at the heart of the site for the very first time. The final phase saw Block E, once the wartime Communications hub of Bletchley Park, transformed into two new resources –the Block E Learning Centre – which includes eight learning spaces able to accommodate learners from primary school pupils to students in higher education – and the Fellowship Auditorium, a state-of-the-art, 250-seat, presentation and event space. In this special episode, we join Lily Dean, Learning Manager, and Vicki Pipe, Head of Audiences and Programmes, as they give us tour of the new spaces, and reveal the inspiring activities learners can enjoy as part of our award-winning learning programme. Dr David Kenyon, Research Historian, and Dr Thomas Cheetham, Research Officer, also bring to life the wartime and post-war history of this once closed off building. Image: Learners in Block E  ©Bletchley Park Trust 2024 #BPark, #Bletchleypark, #WW2,

Argentina used to be Latin America's largest economy - but no longer! Mismanagement and politics have led to several national defaults and, by some measures, Argentina has the highest inflation in the world! To better understand Argentina's economic challenges, I spoke with Dr. Gabriel Palazzo - a development economist from Latin America exploring questions crucial to improving quality of life and well-being in developing economies. He is a Research Officer at the Institute of Development Studies in England. Prior to this appointment, Dr. Palazzo was a professor of advanced macroeconomics at the University of Bueno Aires. You may want to listen to the following episodes as well: 1. How America became militarily entangled in the Middle East: https://bit.ly/UME-S1E3 https://bit.ly/UME-S1E4 2. History of Chile's democracy and constitutional crisis: https://bit.ly/HbN-S2E38s I hope you enjoy these episodes. Adel Aali Adel, host & producer ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠History Behind News⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ podcast⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Host, Unravelling the Middle East: Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UME-Spotify⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UME-Apple⁠⁠ Image: Javier Milei en el Salón Blanco el día de su jura como tal. By Cancillería Argentina in Wikipedia under CC BY 2.0 license. Image was not altered in any way - only set in a colored background and podcast logo placed below it.