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Class CeilingMasculinity and Mental Health Special with Ben HurstIn the first episode of Season 2 of The Class Ceiling, Liam Gifford and Melissa Allada sit down with advocate, activist, and public speaker Ben Hurst for an insightful conversation about supporting young men through the challenges of masculinity, mental health, and emotional wellbeing. Ben shares stories from his work in universities and communities where he helps create spaces for young men to open up, challenge stereotypes, and connect in meaningful ways. Together, they dive into the power of curiosity, empathy, and role modelling in fostering growth and understanding, while also tackling the importance of normalising struggles and having honest...2025-02-1042 min
Today, ExplainedBeige, don't kill my vibeTwo Amazon influencers are in a legal battle over whether or not one has appropriated the other’s aesthetic. The Verge’s Mia Sato breaks down the claims, and legal intellectual property expert Alexandra Roberts tells us what the lawsuit could mean for the future of content creation. This episode was produced by Hady Mawajdeh, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Andrea Kristinsdottir and Rob Byers, and hosted by Noel King. Transcript at vox.com/today-explained-podcast Support Today, Explained by becoming a Vox Member today: http://www.vox.com/members Sydney Nicole Gifford and her mother, Laur...2025-01-1027 min
Today, ExplainedBeige, don't kill my vibeTwo Amazon influencers are in a legal battle over whether or not one has appropriated the other’s aesthetic. The Verge’s Mia Sato breaks down the claims, and legal intellectual property expert Alexandra Roberts tells us what the lawsuit could mean for the future of content creation.This episode was produced by Hady Mawajdeh, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Andrea Kristinsdottir and Rob Byers, and hosted by Noel King.Transcript at vox.com/today-explained-podcastSupport Today, Explained by becoming a Vox Member today: http://www.vox.com/memb...2025-01-1027 min
The All Sport BreakfastAll Star Panel: Phil Gifford & Ross BondLiam Lawson is all everyone can talk about this weekend - The panel discuss his success with Red Bull Racing. David Nyika has two weeks before he comes up against one of the scariest men in the division, Jai Opetaia. In the space of three weeks, there are three kiwi fighters fighting for a world title: Joseph Parker, David Nyika and Mea Motu. The panel discusses the Halberg awards and whether anything non-Olympic has a chance of winning this year. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-12-2113 min
The Bass Shed PodcastEP 132 - Gary Wicks (The Manhattan Transfer, Stevie Wonder, Take 6, John Williams)Send us a textGary Wicks is an in-demand bassist, composer, educator and clinician in Los Angeles whose versatility has enabled him to perform with world class artists in many different venues around the world. Originally from Albany, NY, this second generation bassist has been a part of the vibrant music scenes of Los Angeles, CA; London, UK; Albany, NY; and Boston, MA where he earned a BM in Double Bass Performance from the New England Conservatory of Music. He also holds an MM in Jazz Studies from the University of Southern California which he earned with...2024-10-171h 08
Class CeilingA Conversation with Professor Damien PageIn this tenth and Heather Pasero's final episode of The Class Ceiling Podcast, Liam Gifford and Heather spoke to Deputy Vice Chancellor of Buckinghamshire New University, Professor Damien Page. Damien is founder of the Working Class Leaders and Aspiring Leaders in Higher Education network. They speak about perceptions and attitudes to working-class professionals working in Higher Education in the UK.2024-05-0254 min
Class CeilingClass Ceiling Photography ExhibitionThis shorter episode of the Class Ceiling Podcast was recorded at the launch event for The Class Ceiling Photography exhibition. The Class Ceiling is a photography exhibition showcasing the working-class experiences of a range of students, staff and alumni of the University of Southampton. Produced and curated by the University of Southampton’s Social Mobility Network, it offered a glimpse into the lived experiences of its contributors, celebrating who they are and what they bring to the institution and our city.The Social Mobility Network is a dedicated space for like-minded students and staff who self-define as ha...2023-12-1516 min
8-4 Play8-4 Play 9/22/2023: TOKYO GAME SHOW 2023A cavalcade of special guests old and new drop by to talk about their experiences at (or around) this year’s Tokyo Game Show. With Brandon Sheffield, John Linneman, Imran Khan, Kevin Gifford (?!), and more! Time – Topic Discussed: 02:03 – TGS is back (w/Brandon Sheffield & Kevin Gifford) 31:42 – Dragon's Dogma 2 & FF7 Rebirth (w/Imran Khan & John Davis) 56:28 – Nivalis, Shadow of the Ninja (w/John Linneman & Diamond Feit) 1:18:18 – Enotria: The Last Song, Black Finger JET, & Zelda (w/Jake Kazdal, David Hellman, Liam Edwards, and Colin Williamson) 1:57:38 – Persona 3 Reload, Like a Dragon Gaiden, & BQM 2:10:44 - Wrapping up 2023-09-222h 13
Class CeilingVox pops from 'Top of the Class' Conference As an extended celebration of Social Mobility Awareness Day, which takes place on Thursday 15 June, The University of Southampton’s Social Mobility Network hosted the Social Mobility Festival 2023. The conference spotlighted authentic voices and provide the opportunity to challenge pre-existing assumptions. Held on Social Mobility Awareness Day, attendees contributed to discussions about how social mobility can help institutions and how collaboration with different stakeholders, including students and staff, can help to ingrain widening participation at all levels. The conference covered the current landscape and looked to the future. Speakers included representatives from the Sutton Trust, Zero Gravity and The Br...2023-07-1125 min
Class CeilingCost of Living Special with Satvir Kaur For this Cost of Living Crisis special episode we spoke to University of Southampton Associate Director of Widening Participation, Florence Harvey and Aycha Ates-Di Adamo SUSU VP for Welfare and Community about the impact on students and support available during this cost-of-living crisis. We also had the enormous privilege of speaking to the Leader of Southampton City Council, Satvir Kaur who shared her thoughts, beliefs and action relating to the cost-of-living crisis.2023-05-051h 03
Class CeilingSubcultural Capital Special with Pascal MatthiasFor this Subcultural Capital Special episode of The Class Ceiling podcast, Heather spoke to Pascal Matthias for a truly dynamic interview with our newly appointed University of Southampton Associate Vice President of Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Social Justice and authentic beacon of hope for change.2023-04-1947 min
Class CeilingAccents Special with Dr Rebecca MontacuteIn the 'Accents' special episode, Daisy and Heather spoke to a staff/student panel about their experiences of speaking with an accent in the University environment. The Class Ceiling also were granted unique access to Rebecca Montacute, Senior Research and Policy Manger at The Sutton Trust for an illuminating conversation about the recent 'Speaking Up' Report, that looks at accents and social mobility.Matthew, Simpson, Head of Data Analysis and Insight @ UoSBilal Faiq Al Habib, second year Medicine Student @UNISON UoSGino Graziano, Director of Widening Participation and Social Mobility2023-01-271h 01
Class CeilingThe Opportunity RoadshowIn this special edition of The Class Ceiling Podcast, Heather and Daisy attended University of Southampton Opportunities Roadshow. The Opportunities Roadshow brought students, staff and employers together for rich discussions about students and graduates who are under-represented in the labour market accessing opportunities. After the event Heather and Daisy recorded a dynamic conversation with Rt Hon Justine Greening, whose organisation, This is Purpose, ran the event, as well as key staff, Director of Widening Participation and Social Mobility and University of Southampton, our Director of Careers, Employability and Student Enterprise and Sandeep Bhandal, VP of Marketing for Adecco Group.2022-10-2557 min
Class CeilingStudent & Staff Roundtable DiscussionFor this third episode of the Class Ceiling podcast, we spoke to Professor Chris Downey, Associate Dean Education for the Faculty of Social Sciences, whose research interests centre around the social context of education, developing our understanding of the relational capital of students, educators and educational leaders. Chris is interested in researching the role of the support networks of students around key transition points in their studies and particularly fascinated by the roles of those who span the boundaries that exist between groups and communities. We also spoke to Michelle Lin and Shannon Brazil, both undergraduate students at University...2022-09-2152 min
Class CeilingA Conversation with Professor Lee Elliot Major O.B.E.In this episode of The Class Ceiling podcast, First Year Politics and International Relations student, Daisy Victoria Meadham, and Career Consultant, Heather Pasero, welcomed Professor Lee Elliot Major. Lee is a Professor of Social Mobility at the University of Exeter, Britain's first professor in the field. His work is dedicated to improving the prospects of disadvantaged young people.2022-07-1449 min
Class CeilingA Conversation with Professor Mark E. SmithIn this first episode of The Class Ceiling Podcast first year Politics and International Relations student, Daisy Victoria Meadham and UoS Career Consultant, Heather Pasero welcomed their first guest President and Vice Chancellor of University of Southampton, Professor Mark E. Smith.2022-06-1455 min
Matt Heath & Tyler Adams AfternoonsTony Alexander: When will interest rates rise?The Reserve Bank tomorrow will unveil it's second full Monetary Policy Statement of the year.While the focus is usually on the Official Cash Rate, many are wondering what the Bank will signal around inflation and interest rates.Writing in the New Zealand Herald, business editor-at-large Liam Dann said that "the biggest bet in global economics right now is on whether post-Covid inflation will prove to be a short-term blip or a more persistent structural problem"."Financial markets are already on edge and the debate is shaping up as one of the most divisive in a generation."2021-05-2505 min
VALENCERazzle DazzleSeason 1, Episode 3: "Razzle Dazzle"
Liam and the team track their lead. But those tables get turned.
VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.
Content Warnings
Depiction of marijuana use starting at 10:30, used sparingly through the remainder of the episode
Credits:
Our theme was made by Raul Vega,
With guitar by Travis Reaves.
This episode was...2020-02-0825 min
VALENCEPros and ConsSeason 1, Episode 1: "Pros & Cons"
Liam loses power but gains an intriguing offer. Wait, that sounds ominous. He literally loses power--as in, the utility in his apartment. If anything's ominous, it's the offer, really.
VALENCE is a serialized fiction podcast meant for adult listeners. You can find more information, including our full cast list and transcripts, at VALENCEpod.com. You can support us on Patreon and get access to inspo images, bonus audio, and more.
VALENCE is a Hug House Production. You can find more about Hug House, including our VALENCE making-of documentary, Scoring...2020-01-1128 min
The Bass Shed PodcastEP 5 - Gary Wicks (Quincy Jones, Matthew Morrison, The Manhattan Transfer)Send us a textGary has performed and recorded at many prestigious recording studios, music festivals, concert halls and jazz clubs around the world for artists such as Quincy Jones, Matthew Morrison, The Manhattan Transfer, The New York Voices, John Hendricks, Monica Mancini, Bob Newhart, Joan Rivers, Don Rickles, Regis Philbin, Kathy Lee Gifford, Andre Watts, Jake Armerding, Liam Bailey, Peter Prince, Billy Martin, Fitz & The Tantrums, Stefon Harris, Jay Leach, The Sunshine Collective, The Percy Faith Orchestra, Western Standard Time Ska Big Band, Theodicy Jazz Collective, The Los Angeles Symphony, The Albany Symphony Orchestra, The Berkshire Symphony...2019-03-101h 05
Dead Pilots SocietyEpisode 32 - The Prince written by Mehar Sethi (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Bojack Horseman)Our dead pilot this month is The Prince by Mehar Sethi (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Bojack Horseman). When Dave Whitney, a ruthless corporate fixer in Texas, is passed over for a promotion in his family's oil business, he decides to take the whole company down. Mehar describes it as "What if Karl Rove worked for Greenpeace?" We had a great cast for this one including Glenn Howerton as Dave Whitney, Brad Neely as Charles Whitney, Mamie Gummer as Molly, Scott MacArthur as State Senator/Roger/Redneck Store Clerk/Bobby/Gifford, Lizzie Peet as Aunt Alice, Robe...2018-11-291h 24
Turning This Car Around204: The Kids Are AlrightThis week: Liam is turning seven, we don't want our kids buying guns and we think maybe young kids shouldn't walk out of schools when high schoolers protest. Meanwhile, Kathy Lee Gifford thinks "the F word" maybe is "fart."
Lex likes HotelTonight for $80 hotels in New York City.
Queer Eye on Netflix is wonderful.
Lex's wife Lauren was once made over on Queer Eye For the Straight Girl.
Armstrong loves the Triple Jump.
Our thanks to CanvasPeople.com, a really easy to use Photo-to-Canvas service that takes your favorite photo memories and turns them into beautiful artwork for you to...2018-02-2300 min