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State of the Earth

Graduate School of Environment and Sustainability

Welcome to State of the Earth, the podcast from the Graduate School of Environment and Sustainability at the University of Exeter, Cornwall. Where we explore the issues shaping our planet’s future and take a look at the ways in which we can make a positive difference – through advances in technology and engineering, conservation science, health and social policy, business management, ecosystem ecology, and more. Each episode features thought-provoking interviews with experts from our community at

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00:25:26

Rethinking nature: How inclusive design can transform...

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2025/11/25

In this episode, Sophie is joined by Dr Sarah Bell, Senior Lecturer in Health Geography at the European Centre for Environment and Human Health. Sarah is a health and disability geographer whose research explores how wellbeing, social inequality, and disability intersect with our changing environments, from parks, gardens, and coastlines to the weather, seasons, and climate change. Our conversation covers how our environments shape who we are and how we live — and what it really means to design a

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00:54:10

Navigating Climate Change: A Deep Dive into Glacial...

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2025/07/15

In this episode, Sophie is joined by Professor Martin Siegert, Vice President and Deputy Vice-Chancellor at the University of Exeter Cornwall Campus. Martin is a leading expert in polar science, glaciology, and climate science. With over 30 years of experience, Professor Siegert shares his inspiring, albeit unconventional, journey into academia, demonstrating that a career in science is “for everybody,” no matter your background! The conversation dives into the critical issue of global sea level

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00:24:46

The Future of Biodiversity Monitoring: Mapping...

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2025/05/29

In this episode of the State of the Earth Podcast, Mark is joined by Bri Pickstone, a PhD researcher at the Environmental Intelligence Centre for Doctoral Training. Together, they explore how remote sensing and machine learning are transforming biodiversity monitoring and shaping the future of Biodiversity Net Gain. Bri shares how her research helps us better understand ecosystems from space and how these insights can guide smarter, more sustainable land management. From policy to practice, this

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00:33:17

From Everyday Actions to Global Impact: Rethinking...

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2025/03/12

In this episode of the State of the Earth Podcast, Mark is joined by Catherine Leyshon, a senior lecturer in Geography at the University of Exeter. They discuss how to unravel the hidden systems behind our daily routines to make a difference on the climate change impact and how the system itself can be redesigned. Mark and Catherine explore how simple activities like showering, shopping and commuting aren’t just routine but could be powerful practices that shape our planet’s future. Using Elizabeth

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00:40:55

UNESCO Biospheres and Cornwall: The path to UNESCO...

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2025/02/14

In this episode of the State of the Earth podcast, Sophie and Mark are joined by Tiago De Melo Cartaxo, a Senior Lecturer in Environmental Law at the University of Exeter. They discuss Tiago's professional background, the concept of UNESCO biospheres, and the potential for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly to be designated as such a reserve. The conversation explores the benefits of biosphere status, including improved conservation, economic development, and community engagement. Tiago shares his

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00:37:15

Transforming Management Education: Exploring Civic...

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2025/01/15

Tune in to the latest episode of the State of the Earth podcast. In this episode, Sophie Jackson, an MSc Sustainable Business Management student, is joined by Dr. Laura Colombo, a senior lecturer at the University of Exeter Business School. They delve into the urgent need for transformative change in management education to address pressing environmental and social challenges. Dr. Colombo offers a compelling critique of the current system and provides valuable solutions, advocating for a shift

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00:36:10

Nature and Cities: Can We Make Cities Sustainable?

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2024/12/05

In this episode of the State of the Earth podcast, hosts Mark, a BSc Environmental Science student, and Sophie, an MSc Sustainable Business Management student, sit down with Dr. Maike Hamann, a sustainability scientist. Dr. Hamann explores the intricate relationship between nature and human well-being, delving into how socio-economic inequalities affect people-nature dynamics. With climate change posing increasing challenges, Dr. Hamann highlights the critical benefits urban nature provides to city

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00:30:14

Safeguarding sea turtles

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2024/10/11

In this episode we talk to Professor Brendan Godley, a world renowned marine biologist and conservationist, all about his work protecting sea turtles across the globe.Hear about some of the biggest threats to the species, the important initiatives being undertaken to save them, and understand why sea turtles are so important to us all.

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00:32:43

The politics of climate and society

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2024/09/05

MSc Marine Environmental Management student, Daniel, talks to Professor Clare Saunders from the University of Exeter, Cornwall about the role of protest and activism in the development of social and environmental policy.

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00:35:30

Mining for a sustainable future

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2024/08/06

MSc Marine Environmental Management student, Daniel, talks to Professor Karen Hudson-Edwards from the Camborne School of Mines about the importance of mining to the net zero transition, how we can mine sustainably for the future, and the opportunities in the sector both locally and globally.Karen leads the MSc Mining Environmental Management programme at the Graduate School of Environment and Sustainability at the University of Exeter, Cornwall.

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