Leave the past in the past? Why should we bother with history? In this episode Aideen & Louisa chat with Dr. Edward Madigan, a Senior Lecturer in Public History and World War One, specialising in the cultural and military history of the British and Irish experiences and memories of the First World War. We spoke to him to discuss the importance of commemorating history, the effect of nostalgia on the public and British attitudes towards the Irish war of independence and Ireland in general

Dr. Edward Madigan directs the MA in Public History and the London Centre for Public History and Heritage. Before joining the history faculty at Royal Holloway, he served as the resident historian at the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. He was a member of the UK Government’s Centenary Events Planning Group from 2012 to 2013 and currently sits on the editorial board of the 1914-1918 Online Encyclopaedia and the executive committee of the International Society for First World War Studies.

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History, Irish history, British history, nostalgia, First World War, Ireland, War of Independence, Women

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This week Aideen & Louisa speak with comedian Dana Alexander discusses her evolution into activism, the challenges of balancing humor with serious topics, and her experiences on media platforms like GB News. She delves into the complexities of racism, immigration narratives, and the importance of understanding historical contexts. Dana emphasizes the need for representation and empowerment in driving change, sharing personal stories that highlight broader societal issues. We discuss the complexities of the migrant experience, the challenges faced by asylum seekers, and the societal perceptions surrounding immigration. They explore the asylum process, the differences between human trafficking and smuggling, and the importance of understanding individual stories. The discussion also highlights the varying approaches to refugee integration in different countries, particularly Canada and Germany, and concludes with a hopeful outlook on multiculturalism and societal unity.

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activism, comedy, racism, immigration, representation, media, historical context, change, empowerment, social justice, migrant experience, asylum process, refugee integration, human trafficking, multiculturalism, immigration challenges, stories of refugees, societal impact, Canada, UK

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Hearing a lot about AI but unsure what that means in your daily life? Today, Aideen & Louisa chat to Magda Pepper, Learning Specialist Expert in Tech, over 18 years experience. We chat about the multifaceted impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on various aspects of life, including creativity, healthcare, job markets, and education and ethical considerations. They also get some tips how you can start using AI immediately to make your daily life easier.

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AI, artificial intelligence, technology, creativity, healthcare, job market, education, ethics, personal assistant, productivity

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