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Is AI bad for the environment?

With Professor Rishad Shafik

In this series of Newcastle University’s ‘From Newcastle’ podcast, we explore the rise of artificial intelligence and how it’s shaping our lives. From creativity and education to ethics and the environment, we’ll be asking big questions about AI and hearing from Newcastle University experts to help us make sense of it all.

In today’s episode, we’re asking ‘Is AI bad for the environment?’. To help us answer that question, we’re joined by our Newcastle University expert Professor Rishad Shafik, Professor of Microelectronic systems, director of the new Microsystems AI Lab, and co-founder of the Newcastle University AI spin-out, Literal Labs.

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Hosted by Teagan Herbert-Davies
Audio by Matt Taylor
Production & Editing by Stef Moorhead

From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/.

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Is AI going to take our jobs? 

With Dr Emily Yarrow and Dr Matthew Forshaw

In this series of Newcastle University’s ‘From Newcastle’ podcast, we explore the rise of artificial intelligence and how it’s shaping our lives. From creativity and education to ethics and the environment, we’ll be asking big questions about AI and hearing from Newcastle University experts to help us make sense of it all.

In today’s episode, we’re asking ‘Is AI going to take our jobs?’. To help us answer the question, we’ll be joined by our Newcastle University experts Dr Matthew Forshaw, Reader in Data Science and Dr Emily Yarrow, Senior Lecturer in Management and Organisations.

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Hosted by Teagan Herbert-Davies
Audio & Editing by Helen Williams
Production by Stef Moorhead

From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/.

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Is AI crushing our creativity? 

With Dr Stacy Gillis and Dr Adam Mearns

In this series of Newcastle University’s ‘From Newcastle’ podcast, we explore the rise of artificial intelligence and how it’s shaping our lives. From creativity and education to ethics and the environment, we’ll be asking big questions about AI and hearing from Newcastle University experts to help us make sense of it all.

In today’s episode, we’re asking ‘Is AI crushing our creativity?’. To help us answer the question, we’ll be joined by our Newcastle University experts Dr Stacy Gillis, Associate Dean for Education and Senior Lecturer in Literature, and Dr Adam Mearns, Senior Lecturer in the History of the English Language.

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Hosted by Ciara Bones
Audio & Editing by Helen Williams
Production by Stef Moorhead

From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/.

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Do we need new AI laws?

With Dr Tanya Krupiy

In this series of Newcastle University’s ‘From Newcastle’ podcast, we explore the rise of artificial intelligence and how it’s shaping our lives. From creativity and education to ethics and the environment, we’ll be asking big questions about AI and hearing from Newcastle University experts to help us make sense of it all.

In today’s episode, we’re asking ‘Do we need new AI laws?’. To help us answer the question, we’ll be joined by our Newcastle University expert Dr Tanya Krupiy, Lecturer in Digital Law, Policy & Society.

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Hosted by Callum Borkowski
Audio & Editing by Helen Williams
Production by Stef Moorhead

From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/.

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What do we mean by AI?

With Dr Stephen McGough

In this series of Newcastle University’s ‘From Newcastle’ podcast, we explore the rise of artificial intelligence and how it’s shaping our lives. From creativity and education to ethics and the environment, we’ll be asking big questions about AI and hearing from Newcastle University experts to help us make sense of it all.

In today’s episode, we’re asking ‘What do we mean by AI?’. To help us answer the question, we’ll be joined by our expert Dr Stephen McGough, Reader in Machine Learning at Newcastle University.

Do you have a question about AI for one of our experts? Send it to fromnewcastlepodcast@ncl.ac.uk for the chance to be featured in an episode.

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Hosted by Callum Borkowski
Audio & Editing by Helen Williams
Production by Stef Moorhead

From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/.

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25 years of Life – Creating Life: Fertility treatment with Dr Meenakshi Choudhary

Please be aware that this episode includes discussions around infertility.

In this special series of From Newcastle we celebrate the 25th Anniversary of The International Centre for Life.

With introduction from Linda Conlon, Chief Executive of Life.

Opened in the year 2000, Life is a unique science hub in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne where scientists, clinicians, technologists and educationalists work side-by-side on one site. The NHS and Newcastle University are key partners onsite; the pioneering research and patient treatments carried out here have earned international recognition and are helping people live better lives.

In this episode, we talk to Dr Meenakshi Choudhary, Senior Consultant in Reproductive Medicine at Newcastle Fertility Centre. Learn about the incredible work of the Fertility Centre at Life, bringing hope to thousands of families worldwide.

Find out more about Dr Meenakshi Choudhary’s research at https://www.newcastle-hospitals.nhs.uk/consultants/dr-meenakshi-choudhary/

Take part in Life’s 25th birthday celebrations: https://www.life.org.uk/whats-on/

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Hosted by Pari Balu

Audio & Editing by Helen Williams

Production by Stef Moorhead

From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/.

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25 years of Life – Understanding Life: Pioneering research with Dr Jennifer Munkley

In this special series of From Newcastle we celebrate the 25th Anniversary of The International Centre for Life.

With introduction from Linda Conlon, Chief Executive of Life.

Opened in the year 2000, Life is a unique science hub in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne where scientists, clinicians, technologists and educationalists work side-by-side on one site. The NHS and Newcastle University are key partners onsite; the pioneering research and patient treatments carried out here have earned international recognition and are helping people live better lives.

In this episode, we talk to Dr Jennifer Munkley, Principal Research Associate at the Newcastle University Biosciences Institute. Discover the pioneering research taking place at Life which is advancing our understanding of cancer treatment and providing hope to those affected.

Find out more about Dr Jennifer Munkley’s research at https://www.ncl.ac.uk/medical-sciences/people/profile/jennifermunkley.html

Take part in Life’s 25th birthday celebrations: https://www.life.org.uk/whats-on/

Prostate Cancer UK 30 second risk checker: https://prostatecanceruk.org/risk-checker

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Hosted by Pari Balu

Audio & Editing by Helen Williams

Production by Stef Moorhead From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/.

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25 years of Life – Transforming Life: Medical treatments with Professor Sir John Burn

In this special series of From Newcastle we celebrate the 25th Anniversary of The International Centre for Life.

With introduction from Linda Conlon, Chief Executive of Life.

Opened in the year 2000, Life is a unique science hub in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne where scientists, clinicians, technologists and educationalists work side-by-side on one site. The NHS and Newcastle University are key partners onsite; the pioneering research and patient treatments carried out here have earned international recognition and are helping people live better lives.

In this episode, we talk to Sir John Burn, Professor of Clinical Genetics at Newcastle University. Explore the groundbreaking medical treatments developed at Life, enhancing the lives of those with genetic and neuromuscular diseases.

Find out more about Professor Sir John Burn’s research at https://www.ncl.ac.uk/medical-sciences/people/profile/johnburn.html

Take part in Life’s 25th birthday celebrations: https://www.life.org.uk/whats-on/

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Hosted by Robyn Spillane

Audio & Editing by Helen Williams

Production by Stef Moorhead

From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/.

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100 days of Trump with Dr Skyler Hawkins and Dr Matt Davies

In this episode, we sit down with Dr Skyler Hawkins, Lecturer in Politics of Race and Ethnicity and Dr Matt Davies, Reader in International Political Economy at Newcastle University.

As we mark 100 days of Trump’s presidency, we reflect on the post-election journey, the latest news about policies and tariffs and his interventions on higher education.

Skyler and Matt share their insights on the impact of Trump’s second term, both nationally and globally and what this means for the future of US politics.

Find out more about Dr Skyler Hawkins’ work at https://www.ncl.ac.uk/gps/staff/profile/skylerhawkins.html

Find out more about Dr Matt Davies’ work at https://www.ncl.ac.uk/gps/staff/profile/mattdavies.html

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Hosted by Isaac Stamper

Audio & Editing by Helen Williams

Production by Stef Moorhead From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/

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Engineering a better world: The science and sustainability behind Stu Brew

In this series, ‘engineering a better world’, we speak to the Newcastle University engineers who are saving our planet and helping communities across the world.

In this episode, we talk to the team behind Stu Brew, Europe’s first student-run microbrewery based at Newcastle University. We speak with President, Damien Pease; Quality Analyst, Kypros Iakovou and Dr Chris O’Malley, Senior Lecturer in the School of Engineering, Head Brewer and academic lead.

The team reflect on the past 10 years of Stu Brew, from how the student society operates to how it has become a business. We talk about its uniqueness and sustainable brewing practices, as well as the opportunities the society offers.

Find out more about Stu Brew https://stubrew.com/ and their upcoming bashes on their social media channels: https://www.instagram.com/stubrewncl/.

If you’re interested in stocking or purchasing Stu Brew email sales@stubrew.com and for research or other enquiries email contact@stubrew.com.

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Hosted by Isaac Stamper

Audio & Editing by Helen Williams

Production by Stef Moorhead

From Newcastle is produced by Newcastle University. Newcastle University relies on voluntary donations to support many of our education and research programmes. These donations make a huge difference to people locally and around the world: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/alumni/support/support-us/.