Episode 10: The Laws and Ethics of De-extinction, with Jake and Helen

Episode 10.5 (Bonus EP): Round-up of Series 1 and What's Next...

Enjoy this short bonus episode of the Paperless Podcast! In this special episode, I take a moment to reflect on the journey of the Paperless Podcast over the past 10 episodes. Join me as I share the highs and lows, production challenges, and the inspirations behind my work. We’ll revisit some of the most memorable moments, highlight key insights from our amazing guests, and provide updates on where they are now and what they have gone on to achieve. I’ll also discuss what’s next for the Paperless Podcast and how you can get involved in this exciting project. If you're interested in volunteering for marketing, social media, editing, recording, or even co-hosting, reach out to me. It's a great opportunity to gain industry experience. See you on Season 2.. Peace and Love, Jake linktr.ee/paperlesspodcast [https://linktr.ee/paperlesspodcast]

Episode 10: The Laws and Ethics of De-extinction, with Jake and Helen

In this episode of the Paperless Podcast, I am joined by Helen Pilcher, science writer, author, and comedian with a PhD in cell biology. Together, we flip the episode script as Helen interviews me about my Zoology BSc dissertation, "The Laws and Ethics of De-extinction." In 2016, Helen wrote a popular science book titled “Bring back the king”, and as part of my thesis I read a lot of her work. Her expertise in the field and as presenter made her the perfect candidate to join me for this special episode, so I thank her for agreeing to do this! Our discussion dives into the fascinating world of de-extinction, exploring the science behind bringing back extinct species like mammoths, the real-life implications of a 'Jurassic Park', and the ethical and legal challenges involved. Helen and I unpack surprising discoveries from my research and consider what de-extinction could mean for future conservation efforts. Join us for a really interesting conversation that bridges science and ethics, offering a glimpse into the future of conservation and the potential for bringing extinct species back to life. If you'd like to appear on the Paperless Podcast, send me a DM or fill out the form in the linktree. Remember to share, like, and rate the podcast 5 stars — it really helps promote student research. Peace and Love, Jake linktr.ee/paperlesspodcast [https://linktr.ee/paperlesspodcast]

Episode 9: Empowering Recovery, Anthropology and the Strength of Women, with Gracie

In this episode of the Paperless Podcast, I am joined by Gracie, an Anthropology graduate from the University of Bristol. Together, we talk about her thought-provoking final year dissertation, "Life on the Borderline: Trauma and the (Un)Remarkable Process of Recovery," which focuses on the recovery of female survivors of trauma. Through her work with a small group of participants, Gracie challenges traditional understandings of trauma and recovery. TW - Please note that this episode of the paperless podcast discusses themes of violence, trauma and abuse. These may be triggering to some listeners. Please take care of yourself, and don’t hesitate to ask for help if you need it. Our discussion highlights the resilience and creativity of these women who have endured immense hardship and have found ways to act rather than be acted upon. Finally, Gracie's conclusions shed light on the profound yet often overlooked aspects of the recovery process. Additionally, we address the growing inequality in mental health services and explore strategies to reduce the stigma associated with seeking care. Join us for a conversation that not only delves into the academic aspects of trauma and recovery but also offers practical insights and hope for those navigating their own paths to healing. If you'd like to appear on the Paperless Podcast, send me a DM or fill out the form in the linktree [linktr.ee/paperlesspodcast]. Remember to share, like, and rate the podcast 5 stars—it really helps promote student research. Lastly, I'm eager to get more people involved in this project. If you're interested in volunteering for marketing, social media, editing, recording, or even co-hosting, reach out to me. It's a great opportunity to gain industry experience. Peace and Love, Jake linktr.ee/paperlesspodcast [https://linktr.ee/paperlesspodcast]

Episode 8: Chimpanzees, Self Medication and the Budongo Forest, with Elodie

Hello and welcome back to the Paperless Podcast. Thank you so much for tuning in, I apprceiate it's been a while, but exams and coursework have kept me busy. Thankfully, that's all behind me now, and I'm excited to bring you more episodes, starting with this latest release.. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Elodie Freymann [https://www.linkedin.com/in/elodie-freymann-bb7852bb/], a recent PhD graduate in Anthropology from the University of Oxford. Originally from New York, Elodie completed her incredible research on Chimpanzee Self-Medication in the Budongo Forest, Uganda. She investigated the self-medicative behaviours of the Sonso and Waibira chimpanzee communities, focusing on their use of natural resources for wound healing, snare removal, and hygiene. Our conversation dives into her research [https://www.drelodiefreymann.com/the-blind-tiger], particularly her yet-to-be-released systematic behavioural review paper, which served as a foundation for her study. Elodie’s work provides valuable insights into the intricate behaviours of chimpanzees and their implications for both primatology and conservation efforts. As always, if you'd like to appear on the Paperless Podcast, send me a DM or fill out the form in the linktree [https://linktr.ee/paperlesspodcast]. Remember to share, like, and rate the podcast 5 stars—it really helps promote student research. Also, as Elodie is based in London, we recorded this episode remotely. I've done my best to minimize background noise, but a few sirens managed to sneak in. Lastly, I'm eager to get more people involved in this project. If you're interested in volunteering for marketing, social media, editing, recording, or even co-hosting, reach out to me. It's a great opportunity to gain industry experience. Peace and Love, Jake linktr.ee/paperlesspodcast [https://linktr.ee/paperlesspodcast] Link to Elodie: https://www.drelodiefreymann.com/ [https://www.drelodiefreymann.com/]

Episode 7: Bees, Pollination and Pesticides, with Daisy

In this episode of the ⁠Paperless Podcast⁠ [https://linktr.ee/paperlesspodcast], I dive into the subject of pollination and carbon nanodot facilitated gene silencing pesticides with biologist Daisy Furrokh [https://twitter.com/DFurrokh] from the University of Bristol [https://twitter.com/BristolBioSci]. It is a great episode where we unpack Daisies time in the bee-labs, investigating the implications of these carbon-nanodots on bee/pollinator behaviour. Through observations, Daisies work holds some real promise, and she was recently asked to speaking about this work at the Royal Entomological Society conference in Newcastle last month. We also relate the important work that Daisy is doing to the issues of global food security and making agriculture fit for the future. This episode is well worth listening to and once again highlights the exceptional research done by students!   As always, if you want to join me on the podcast you can fill out the form ⁠here⁠ [https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=MH_ksn3NTkql2rGM8aQVG1u7CAKkEeFAvifXE1g7bhtUNTJRMDRJVTNCRzBPUFdaNjJRODVUTzhLUy4u]. Until next time, have a great week. Peace and Love, Jake ⁠https://linktr.ee/paperlesspodcast⁠ [https://linktr.ee/paperlesspodcast]