In this episode, our host Soraya Afzali interviews Aly Abdou, a researcher originally from Aswan, Egypt, now based in Hungary, Budapest.  As the right-wing politics in Hungary take precedence, it becomes more vital to hear from community member experiences who face political effects in their daily lives. From a bottom-up approach to understanding hate, notions of belonging, ethnicity, and identity are covered in this conversation. Focused on experiences of hate, it delves into challenges, counter-methods, and lessons in preventing hate from an individual and community member perspective. This podcast with Aly reflects on what it takes to navigate identity crisis, representation, and its relevant processes in each of our lives. 

In this episode, our host Vladimir Bojarskich interviews Dr. Mark Brandt, Associate Professor of Social and Personality Psychology at Michigan State University. Together, they explore a fundamental question that has intrigued political psychologists for decades: Are conservatives generally more prejudiced than liberals, or do both groups show similar levels of prejudice? Vladimir and Mark delve into the origins of these contrasting perspectives, examine the role of normativity and positionality, and discuss exciting new research led by Mark's PhD students. Whether you're deeply into psychology or just interested in the factors that shape our views, this episode promises to provide valuable insights.

Guest:

Learn more about Mark Brandt & team's work: https://tbslaboratory.com/

X: @mjbsp

Bluesky: mjbsp.bsky.social

Host:

Vladimir's work: https://www.fsv.uni-jena.de/en/15435/vladimir-bojarskich

X: @VBojarskich

Bluesky: vbojarskich.bsky.social

Further readings:

Bergh, R., & Brandt, M. J. (2023). Generalized Prejudice: Lessons about social power, ideological conflict, and levels of abstraction. European Review of Social Psychology, 34(1), 92–126. https://doi.org/10.1080/10463283.2022.2040140

Brandt, M. J., & Crawford, J. T. (2020). Worldview conflict and prejudice. In Advances in Experimental Social Psychology (pp. 1–66). Elsevier. https://doi.org/10.1016/bs.aesp.2019.09.002

Funding and Support:

This podcast is made possible thanks to the generous support from the European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation program under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie grant agreement No. 861047.

In this episode of Hatecast, host Sophie Litvak, a PhD student in criminology, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Boaz Hameiri about the transformative power of psychological interventions in challenging prejudice and stereotypes. Dr. Hameiri, a leading expert in intergroup relations, unveils his innovative approaches such as paradoxical thinking and intervention tournaments, showcasing their effectiveness in reducing prejudice, dehumanisation, and metadehumanisation. Together, they delve into the ethical

Highlights:

[01:08] Meet Your Host: Sophie Litvak

[01:21] Introducing Dr. Boaz Hameiri

[02:27] Understanding Intergroup Interventions

[04:45] Exploring Intervention Tournaments

[07:11] Effective Tools and Examples of Interventions

[14:02] Challenges and Ethical Considerations

[19:38] Demographic and Ideological Influences on Change

[24:32] Longevity and Stability of Intervention Effects

[27:59] Field Studies and Longitudinal Research

[31:27] Policymakers and Everyday Applications

[37:43] Media Interventions and Edutainment

[46:50] Final Thoughts and Conclusion

Links and Resources:

Learn more about Dr. Boaz Hameiri's work: https://boazhameiri.com

Read "Psychological Intergroup Interventions: Evidence-Based Approaches to Improve Intergroup Relations": https://www.routledge.com/Psychological-Intergroup-Interventions-Evidence-based-Approaches-to-Improve-Intergroup-Relations/Halperin-Hameiri-Littman/p/book/9781032264257

X: @BoazHameiri

RG: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Boaz-Hameiri

Podcaster:

Hosted by Sophie Litvak, a Doctoral researcher from the Institute of Criminology and Legal Policy, University of Helsinki, Finland

https://researchportal.helsinki.fi/en/persons/sophie-litvak

X: @SophieLitvak

LinkedIn: Sophie Litvak

Nethate: https://nethate-itn.eu/researcher/sophie-litvak/

Follow Us:

Subscribe to “HateCast”, and follow us on social media for updates, episode releases, and additional resources.

X: @NETHATE_ITN

LinkedIn: NETHATE: A Marie Skłodowska-Curie ITN

Website: https://nethate-itn.eu/hatecast-by-nethate-podcasting-2/

Funding and Support:

This podcast series is made possible thanks to the generous support from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation program under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie grant agreement No. 861047.

Helplines:

Need Help with Hate Speech or Hate Crime? If you or someone you know is experiencing hate speech or hate crime, reach out to these trusted helplines for support:

In this episode, Yuying Tan (Sherry), a PhD Researcher from the MIOS research group at the University of Antwerp, speaks with Jun Sung Hong, an Associate Professor from Wayne State University School of Social Work. Dr. Hong is an expert in bias-based bullying and peer victimization. This short conversation briefly dives into the world of cyberbullying among teens, sharing practical coping strategies for young people and school intervention and prevention programs for schools. 

Highlights

[02:08 - 06:41] What is Cyberbullying?
Dr. Hong explains what cyberbullying is, how it differs from traditional bullying, and its impact on teens.

[06:41 - 09:41] Coping Strategies:
Get practical tips for teens on how to handle and overcome cyberbullying.

[10:05 - 11:41] Parental Guidance:
Discover the signs of cyberbullying in your children and learn how to support them.

[11:41 - 15:40] School Intervention/Prevention Programs:
Learn about social-emotional learning programs and the challenges schools face in preventing cyberbullying.

Links and Resources:

Learn more about Dr. Hong's work https://socialwork.wayne.edu/profile/fl4684 

Podcaster:

Sherry (Yuying Tan), a PhD researcher from the Department of Communication Studies, University of Antwerp

https://www.uantwerpen.be/en/staff/yuying-tan/research/ 

X: @yuying_tan

Linkedin: Yuying Tan

Follow Us:

Subscribe to “HateCast”, and follow us on social media for updates, episode releases, and additional resources.

X: @NETHATE_ITN

Linkedin: NETHATE: A Marie Skłodowska-Curie ITN

https://nethate-itn.eu/hatecast-by-nethate-podcasting-2/

Funding and Support:

This podcast series is made possible thanks to the generous support from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie grant agreement No. 861047.

Need Help with Cyberbullying? If you or someone you know is experiencing cyberbullying, reach out to helplines for support:

Belgium: Child Focus: 116 000 | childfocus.be

Netherlands: Kindertelefoon: 0800 0432 | kindertelefoon.nl

Germany: Nummer gegen Kummer: 116 111 | nummergegenkummer.de

Finland: Mannerheim League for Child Welfare: 116 111 | mll.fi

Ireland: ISPCC Childline: 1800 666 666 | childline.ie

Sweden: BRIS: 116 111 | bris.se

US: Crisis Text Line: Text "CONNECT" to 741741 for counselors for any kind of bullying, including cyberbullying​ | https://www.crisistextline.org/topics/bullying/#what-is-bullying-1 

UK: Childline | 0800 1111 | https://www.childline.org.uk/ 

Singapore: Help123 |1800 6123 123| https://www.help123.sg/

In this captivating teaser episode, we introduce you to the core mission and vision of Hatecast. Get a taste of the engaging content we'll be bringing you as we dive into the complexities of hate and its impact on society. Our podcast will explore diverse perspectives and cutting-edge research, aiming to foster understanding and drive meaningful conversations.

Tune in to discover what makes Hatecast a crucial listen for anyone interested in social issues, human behavior, and the quest for a more inclusive world.

The episode is presented by Soraya Afzali