Leaning In and Speaking Out

This podcast explores a single-authored article which employs autoethnography to examine the leadership transition experienced by a scholar moving from managing solo doctoral research to facilitating large-scale, community-based research partnerships. The author reflects on personal journal entries to identify lessons learned in areas like project management, relationship building, and fostering a sense of belonging among diverse collaborators and stakeholders. Using metaphors of conducting an orchestra without music and fitting shoes for diverse feet, the study highlights the unexpected logistical and emotional demands of this shift, including navigating institutional processes and managing the affective dimensions of care. Ultimately, the piece offers insights for individual researchers and institutions on supporting this complex and often undertheorized aspect of academic work. (Note - this is an AI-generated podcast based on the article: https://jprm.scholasticahq.com/article/126978-conductor-and-cobbler-leadership-lessons-from-large-scale-research-partnership-facilitation

In this episode, Dr. Candy Jones, Dr. Alysha Farrell, and Dr. Michelle Lam discuss a research project that explores women's leadership during the 'third act of their lives.' Hear insights about identity, leadership, community, education, climate justice, and more.

Note - This is the final episode in a 3-part series, "She Investigates," led by the Status of Women Review Committee at Brandon University in honour of Women's History Month.

In this episode, Dr. Candice Waddell-Henowitch and Dr. Michelle Lam discuss a research project that explores experiences with sexual violence, highlighting shared themes and insights from survivors. Learn how the research team turned these narratives into a graphic novel aimed at educating the public on the realities of sexual violence and also how to respond to disclosures.

Note - This is Episode 2 in a 3-part series, "She Investigates," led by the Status of Women Review Committee at Brandon University in honour of Women's History Month.

The graphic novel, "It Happened to Me and It's Not Okay" can be found here: https://www.bucares.ca/well-being-mental-health

In this episode, join Dr. Bernadette Ardelli and Dr. Michelle Lam as they explore being a woman in science, the importance of mentorship, and the need to empower young women and girls to pursue careers in STEM. Dr. Ardelli shares insights from her personal journey, highlighting the role of resilience and community in overcoming obstacles.

Note - This is Episode 1 in a 3-part series, "She Investigates," led by the Status of Women Review Committee at Brandon University in honour of Women's History Month.

Join Jackie and Michelle as they discuss healthy ageing, combatting stereotypes, and the value of community-based educational initiatives. They are joined by Meryl Orth, the founder of Health Checks: There's a whole lot of living left to do, and Dr. Rachel Herron, Canada Research Chair and geography professor at Brandon University.

https://brandonmbhealthchecks.ca/

https://people.brandonu.ca/herronr/sample/safe-places-for-aging-and-care/

Join Drs. Kirk & Lam for a thought-provoking discussion of the philosophy of science with special guests Dr. Ellen Watson (Brandon U), Greg Johnson and Jason Braun (Science consultants from Manitoba Education and Early Childhood Learning) and Wei-Ting Li (Visiting scholar and science teacher from Taiwan). Together, we explore how philosophy shapes our understanding of science and how these ideas inform K-12 education.

Join Dr. Nora Wilson, Dr. Gustavo Moura, and Nathan Flaig as they discuss 2SLGBTQ+ experiences in education and how educators can support students to learn who they are and how they belong in classrooms and the wider community.

After a diagnosis and a label, does the system work well for students with diverse needs?

Join Dr. Jackie Kirk and guest host Dr. Shelley Kokorudz as they discuss inclusive education with Michael Baker, PhD candidate at the U of M. His research focus is Disability Studies and Inclusive Education, focusing on ableism and K-12 schools, conceptualizing inclusive education, infusing Disability Studies into the K-12 curriculum, and transinstitutionalization.

Are you interested in using an inquiry project that would run all year in your classroom, and engage students, colleagues, parents, and different community partners? Our guest on the show, Peter Grozdanovic, who holds an underlying belief in the importance of guiding students to look critically at social issues in their community, is building on many past inquiry projects successfully completed with his grade 5 classroom in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The researcher, Latika Raisinghani, uses social justice and eco-justice to frame her research in Science Education and the discussion that evolved between these two passionate educators in this episode provides a colourful description of how teachers can bring inquiry, science, deep critical thinking, community partnerships, and critical thinking to life in public school classrooms. Shawna Philpott, Director of Field Experience at Brandon University, joins as a guest host and reflects on some of the exciting experiences she has had using inquiry, as well.

More resources available on our website: www.bucares.ca/podcast

Tune in to learn about the creation of a new initiative geared for Canadian students of African descent - the Loy Excellentia Initiative. This podcast delves into the need for mentorship, workshops, and social events and how Loy Excellentia is aiming to address those needs. Hear about how the project got started, the research leading up to it, and the benefits of the initiative, including feedback from the first event.

Further Resources:

Loy Excellentia Initiative website: https://loyexcellentia.org/,

BU report on Black History Month: https://news.brandonu.ca/2024/03/01/loy-excellentia-initiative-celebrates-black-history-month-at-brandon-university/

https://punchng.com/nigerian-canadian-professor-calls-for-celebration-of-africans-in-diaspora/