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Let"s Talk About

Cogitatio Press

Let’s Talk About is a science communication project launched by Cogitatio Press to promote the research published in our journals to a wider audience. It consists of one on one conversations between a Cogitatio Press moderator and an author, who explains the main findings of the article and the value of its research. Our talks are available on our YouTube channel, the Let’s Talk About website (https://www.cogitatiopress.com/lets-talk-about), and podcast directories such as Spotify, Google Podcasts,

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10:05

Is the U.S. ready to challenge China in the mineral...

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2024/11/12

Can the geoeconomic strategies put in place by the U.S. counterbalance China’s dominance in mineral supply chains? Joined by Anastasia Ufimteseva (Simon Fraser University, Canada), we'll dive into the U.S.-China rivalry over critical minerals essential for the global energy transition. With China leading the extraction and processing of these resources, how is the U.S. responding through domestic policy and strategic alliances?

en-us

11:03

Measuring digital skills for everyday life

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2024/11/06

In this episode, Kiran Kapppeler (Department of Communication and Media Research, University of Zurich, Switzerland) takes us on a deep dive into the evolving role of digital skills in our increasingly connected world. From how algorithms shape the content we see, to the importance of understanding data in everyday life, we explore why digital skills are essential. Using insights from a recent study on Swiss internet users, we uncover the impact of these skills on social inclusion, online eng...

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14:11

Rethinking land use in the age of sustainability

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2024/10/30

In this episode, we dive into the pressing challenges of sustainable land use with guest Christian Lamker (University of Groningen, The Netherlands). Despite ambitious climate and sustainability targets, traditional planning practices still drive development and land consumption, often at odds with ecological limits. Let's talk about the concept of "post-growth" planning and discover how breaking free from growth-centric models could pave the way for more sustainable and adaptable land use pr...

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7:53

Is the populist right shifting gender balance in...

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2024/10/15

Do male-dominated populist radical right parties affect women's political inclusion in mainstream parties? In this episode, we invite Cecilia Josefsson (Uppsala University, Sweden) to show us, through a case study of the Swedish Parliament, whether PRR parties may adapt to mainstream norms and promote women’s inclusion (positive contagion) or challenge these norms (adverse contagion).

en-us

13:51

Seizing the future as a cultural commons

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2024/09/25

In this episode, we discover the inspiring story of Future Wilhelmsburg, a resident organization that is shaping their own narrative of the future, turning it into a cultural commons that reflects their collective aspirations. Joined by guest Louis Volont (HafenCity University, Germany), we'll dive into the sociological principles that underpin their efforts through Laurent Thévenot’s model of commonality, highlighting how these activists are mobilizing public arguments, identifying collectiv...

en-us

11:55

Chips, power, and politics: Germany's semiconductor...

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2024/09/18

As the US tightens its grip on global semiconductor supply chains to hinder China's technological advancements, Germany finds itself at the center of a geopolitical tug-of-war. In this episode, we are joined by Julian Germann (Department of International Relations, University of Sussex, UK), as we dive into the complex dynamics of the "chip war" and explore why German semiconductor firms are resisting US export controls, despite their dependence on American technology.

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16:51

Digital exclusion is more than just lack of access

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2024/09/10

In this episode, we explore how tech advancements and the Covid-19 pandemic have made digital skills crucial, yet a digital divide persists. Maria Laura Ruiu (Northumbria University, UK) surveyed over 2,000 English Internet users with school-aged children to understand what influences their digital skills. This episode reveals that income is the key sociodemographic factor affecting these skills, but motivation, access, usage, and social support are also significant.

en-us

11:02

Academics and community engagement in climate action

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2024/09/03

What can the role of academics be in participatory climate action? Connor Smith (University of Edinburgh, UK) discusses his experimental methodology for academics to reflect on their role in local climate action. We explore challenges, power dynamics, and the benefits of academic involvement in grassroots initiatives.

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15:03

Academic activism and feminist reform in the UK...

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2024/08/27

This episode takes a different approach as we explore the experience of being a feminist academic in the UK Parliament with Sarah Childs (University of Edinburgh, UK). Sarah discusses The Good Parliament report, which aims to make the House of Commons more inclusive, and the role of a "feminist academic critical actor" in driving institutional change. We hear about her challenges in trying to reform this male-dominated environment.

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10:10

How social media fuels political polarization

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2024/08/20

Crises have deepened political divisions, and social media has amplified these tensions. Our speaker Isabella Gonçalves (Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany) examined Facebook posts from recent elections in Brazil, Colombia, Chile, and Peru and shares a concerning trend in this episode: divisive topics ignite strong, often negative reactions, particularly in countries with high levels of political polarization.

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9:59

From briefing room to front page: The impact of the...

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2024/08/13

During the initial stages of the Covid-19 pandemic, televised government press conferences became a regular presence in daily life. In this episode, Lore Hayek (University of Innsbruck, Austria) examines how newspapers across five European countries reported on these briefings, showing the journalistic responses and the impact of these conferences on public opinion.

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12:27

Contrasting sustainability: Community initiatives and...

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2024/08/06

We explore what's better for a community: big companies coming in and building, or letting locals decide what happens. Stefano Tornieri (Luleå University of Technology, Sweden) shares his research on a small town in Italy, comparing it to a massive power plant to see which approach benefits the community and the planet.

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18:39

Economic factors in racial attitudes towards...

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2024/07/31

Why are some white Americans more supportive of policies that help Black Americans? Tarah Williams and Andrew J. Bloeser (Allegheny College, USA) show that economic comfort plays a big role in how white people feel about racial redistribution.

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13:18

Is globalization really dying?

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2024/07/24

The reports of globalization's death are greatly exaggerated. We often hear that globalization is dying, especially when trade wars and anti-globalization groups make it seem that way. But the truth is quite different. Lukas Linsi shows that companies still invest in other countries, even during tough times like the US-China trade war, and that globalization is alive and changing, not dying.

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11:44

The "sellability" of Sweden’s feminist foreign policy

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2024/07/16

How does foreign policy branding react to human rights crises? Drawing on Sweden's feminist foreign policy as a compelling example, we are joined by Isabelle Karlsson to discuss how legitimacy is crafted through 'good' activism, knowledge branding, and alignment with solidarity discourses, lifting the veil on strategic communication practices in global policy in today's attention-driven world.

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11:59

The rise and fall of the Netherlands' population...

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2024/07/09

In 2009, the Netherlands implemented an innovative approach to addressing population decline with their Population Decline Action Plan. Joined by Marco Bontje (University of Amsterdam, Netherlands), we discuss how and why the policy was introduced, its evolution over a decade, and the reasons behind its termination in 2019. We'll also explore regional policies that have emerged since and what they mean for the future governance of population shrinkage in the Netherlands.

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17:44

Unpacking ethnic inequalities in Nigeria

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2024/07/03

How do Nigerians view ethnic inequalities and what is their support for policies that address these gaps? Using a unique survey of 2300 Nigerians, Arnim Langer (KU Leuven, Belgium) uncovers the link between perceptions of inequality and attitudes towards redistribution. Tune in to learn about the factors that shape public opinion on this critical issue and what it means for Nigeria’s future.

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11:34

How Huelva's youth co-created its city's branding

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2024/06/26

Cities are using citizen voices to build their brands! Francisco Cristòfol (Universidad Loyola Andalucía, Spain) tells us how Huelva, in Spain, involved residents to create an authentic brand for its digital presence. This episode focuses on Huelva's process and strategy, and how they fostered community pride and a sustainable future.

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8:10

Policy branding vs. reality: Can the IMO lead on...

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2024/06/18

Greenwashing or real climate action? This episode explores the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) social media and policy messaging on climate change. George Dikaios (National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece) helps us understand if the IMO's online persona reflects concrete action and uncovers the potential gap between their "green" image and true environmental impact.

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11:48

From vacant offices to affordable housing in Istanbul

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2024/06/12

The pandemic's shift to remote work has left many Istanbul office buildings vacant, particularly in the expensive city center where affordable housing is scarce. In this episode, Zeynep Aydemir (MEF University, Turkey) explores a project where architecture students reimagined a vacant high-rise, the Tat Towers, as residential units. We show how projects of this nature can tackle housing shortages while offering valuable lessons in sustainable design for future architects.

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