The Power of Voice: Amplifying the Voices of Young People in Participatory Research

The Power to Change: Shaping Practice and Challenging Perceptions

In episode five of Whose Power? Abigail Harrison Moore and Lauren are joined by new Preservative Party members Eden, Rowan, and Esme to explore the growing impact of this youth-led curatorial group on participatory research and museum exhibitions.  Together, they discuss how podcasting serves as a powerful tool for amplifying young voices and fostering safe, collaborative spaces. Eden, Rowan, and Esme share what drew them to the group, reflecting on the welcoming environment and the transformative nature of their involvement.   Together they highlight the accessibility of podcasting, the importance of research, and the potential of youth-led work to shape museum practices and challenge broader societal perceptions.  * Read a full transcript of this episode [https://researchpodcasts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Whose-Power-S2-Ep5-Transcript.pdf] Find out more about the Preservative Party on their LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/preservative-party-b7481a362/] or the Leeds Museums & Galleries website [https://museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk/pQp4nCN/young-adults].  This is a Research Podcasts [https://researchpodcasts.co.uk/] production.   Episode Credits Presenters:  Abigail Harrison Moore [https://www.linkedin.com/in/abigail-harrison-moore-6a44a630/], University of Leeds and Lauren, Preservative Party Guests: Rowan, Esme and Eden, Preservative Party  Producer: Chris Garrington [https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisgarrington/], Research Podcasts  Studio and sound: Helix [https://digitaleducation.leeds.ac.uk/helix/], University of Leeds and Krissie Brighty-Glover [https://www.linkedin.com/in/krissie-brighty-glover-72268224b/], Research Podcasts Music: Aura, by Tae, Preservative Party  Artwork and graphics: Preservative Party with Krissie Brighty-Glover [https://www.linkedin.com/in/krissie-brighty-glover-72268224b/], Research Podcasts  Photography: Andrew Lord  Funding: Research England Participatory Research Fund 2024-25 [https://ris.leeds.ac.uk/knowledge-exchange/policy-and-participatory-research-funding-2024-25/]

The Power of Collaboration: Reshaping Practice and Empowering Young People

In episode four of Whose Power? Abigail Harrison Moore and Tae speak with Hugo and Callum from the Preservative Party about the impact of collaboration in museum exhibitions. They discuss how inclusive, participatory research methods can reshape curatorial practices and empower those involved.  Hugo shares how giving young people a platform, especially through podcasting, can boost confidence and amplify underrepresented voices. Callum reflects on how working with the Preservative Party has influenced his research journey and deepened his connection to museum objects. Together, they highlight the value of diverse perspectives and the importance of co-creation in cultural spaces.  * Read a full transcript of this episode [https://researchpodcasts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Whose-Power-S2-E4-Transcript.pdf] Find out more about the Preservative Party on their LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/preservative-party-b7481a362/] or the Leeds Museums & Galleries website [https://museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk/pQp4nCN/young-adults].  This is a Research Podcasts [https://researchpodcasts.co.uk/] production.   Episode Credits Presenters:  Abigail Harrison Moore [https://www.linkedin.com/in/abigail-harrison-moore-6a44a630/], University of Leeds and Tae, Preservative Party Guests: Callum and Hugo, Preservative Party Producer: Chris Garrington [https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisgarrington/], Research Podcasts  Studio and sound: Helix [https://digitaleducation.leeds.ac.uk/helix/], University of Leeds and Krissie Brighty-Glover [https://www.linkedin.com/in/krissie-brighty-glover-72268224b/], Research Podcasts Music: Aura, by Tae, Preservative Party  Artwork and graphics: Preservative Party with Krissie Brighty-Glover [https://www.linkedin.com/in/krissie-brighty-glover-72268224b/], Research Podcasts  Photography: Andrew Lord  Funding: Research England Participatory Research Fund 2024-25 [https://ris.leeds.ac.uk/knowledge-exchange/policy-and-participatory-research-funding-2024-25/]

The Power of Participation: Learning with Others in Research

In this episode of Whose Power? Izzy Bartley, a post graduate researcher at the University of Leeds talks about the representation of colonialism in board games and how we can use these games as learning tools within museums and the board game industry itself.  Izzy shares how participatory action research and board game play create space for open conversations around colonialism and representation. Through recorded gameplay and podcast discussions, her work highlights the need for diverse voices and the importance of trust, respect, and collaboration in both museums and the board game industry.  * Read a full transcript of this episode [https://researchpodcasts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Whoes-Power-S2-Ep3-Transcript.pdf] Find out more about the Preservative Party on their LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/preservative-party-b7481a362/] or the Leeds Museums & Galleries website [https://museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk/pQp4nCN/young-adults].  This is a Research Podcasts [https://researchpodcasts.co.uk/] production.   Episode Credits Presenters:  Abigail Harrison Moore [https://www.linkedin.com/in/abigail-harrison-moore-6a44a630/], University of Leeds, Rahesa and Tae, Preservative Party Guests: Izzy Bartley [https://www.linkedin.com/in/izzy-bartley/], University of Leeds  Producer: Chris Garrington [https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisgarrington/], Research Podcasts  Studio and sound: Helix [https://digitaleducation.leeds.ac.uk/helix/], University of Leeds and Krissie Brighty-Glover [https://www.linkedin.com/in/krissie-brighty-glover-72268224b/], Research Podcasts Music: Aura, by Tae, Preservative Party  Artwork and graphics: Preservative Party with Krissie Brighty-Glover [https://www.linkedin.com/in/krissie-brighty-glover-72268224b/], Research Podcasts  Photography: Andrew Lord  Funding: Research England Participatory Research Fund 2024-25 [https://ris.leeds.ac.uk/knowledge-exchange/policy-and-participatory-research-funding-2024-25/]

The Power of Voice: Amplifying the Voices of Young People in Participatory Research

In this episode of Whose Power? Abigail Harrison Moore is joined by co-hosts Tae and Rahesa - two inspiring youth mentors from the Preservative Party - for a powerful conversation with Whose Power? podcast producer Christine Garrington. Together, they explore how participatory research, and the medium of podcasting, can share and amplify the voices of young people.  Christine shares her reflections on the role of podcasting in storytelling and connection, while Tae and Rahesa speak candidly about their personal journeys, the importance of being heard, and the transformative power of safe, collaborative spaces. At the heart of the episode is a celebration of trust, authenticity, and the impact of making space for real voices in research and beyond.  * Read a full transcript of this episode [https://researchpodcasts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Whose-Power-S2Ep2-Transcript.pdf] Find out more about the Preservative Party on their LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/preservative-party-b7481a362/] or the Leeds Museums & Galleries website [https://museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk/pQp4nCN/young-adults].  This is a Research Podcasts [https://researchpodcasts.co.uk/] production.   Episode Credits Presenters:  Abigail Harrison Moore [https://www.linkedin.com/in/abigail-harrison-moore-6a44a630/], University of Leeds, Tae and Rahesa, Preservative Party Guests: Chris Garrington [https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisgarrington/], Research Podcasts  Producer: Chris Garrington [https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisgarrington/], Research Podcasts  Studio and sound: Helix [https://digitaleducation.leeds.ac.uk/helix/], University of Leeds and Krissie Brighty-Glover [https://www.linkedin.com/in/krissie-brighty-glover-72268224b/], Research Podcasts Music: Aura, by Tae, Preservative Party  Artwork and graphics: Preservative Party with Krissie Brighty-Glover [https://www.linkedin.com/in/krissie-brighty-glover-72268224b/], Research Podcasts  Photography: Andrew Lord  Funding: Research England Participatory Research Fund 2024-25 [https://ris.leeds.ac.uk/knowledge-exchange/policy-and-participatory-research-funding-2024-25/]

The Power of Trust: Creating Safe Spaces in Participatory Research

In the first episode of series 2 of Whose Power? Abigail Harrison Moore and her co-hosts Lauren and Rahesa explore the critical role of trust in participatory research. Focusing on the Preservative Party at Leeds City Museum - a collective of young curators aged 14–24 - they discuss how creating a protected, deadline-free environment empowers authentic self-expression and meaningful activism. Abigail reflects on the emotional labour involved in this work and the importance of lived experience in research. Together, they uncover how trust, care, and collaboration can reshape not just museum practice, but society at large.  * Read a full transcript of this episode [https://researchpodcasts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Whose-Power-S2-Ep1-Transcript.pdf] Find out more about the Preservative Party on their LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/preservative-party-b7481a362/] or the Leeds Museums & Galleries website [https://museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk/pQp4nCN/young-adults].  This is a Research Podcasts [https://researchpodcasts.co.uk/] production.   Episode Credits Presenters:  Abigail Harrison Moore [https://www.linkedin.com/in/abigail-harrison-moore-6a44a630/], University of Leeds, Lauren and Rahesa, Preservative Party Guests: Jordan Keighley [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-keighley-ba0562a6/] , Leeds City Museum Producer: Chris Garrington [https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisgarrington/], Research Podcasts  Studio and sound: Helix [https://digitaleducation.leeds.ac.uk/helix/], University of Leeds and Krissie Brighty-Glover [https://www.linkedin.com/in/krissie-brighty-glover-72268224b/], Research Podcasts Music: Aura, by Tae, Preservative Party  Artwork and graphics: Preservative Party with Krissie Brighty-Glover [https://www.linkedin.com/in/krissie-brighty-glover-72268224b/], Research Podcasts  Photography: Andrew Lord  Funding: Research England Participatory Research Fund 2024-25 [https://ris.leeds.ac.uk/knowledge-exchange/policy-and-participatory-research-funding-2024-25/]