Beaver Sound
Beaver Sound is the podcast section of The Beaver, LSESU's independent student newspaper. It showcases multiple student-run shows such as Born with an Identity Crisis, What if?: The Future's Legal Podcast, and The Oeuvre. The podcast provides a platform for student voices and creative content. Interested creators can contact the team via email at sound.beaver@lsesu.org or through The Beaver's Instagram.
Episodes
6: What if greater innovation comes with greater risk?
In this episode, we are joined by Jonathan Bloom, a former partner at leading international law firms including White & Case, Ropes & Gray, and Jones Day. Drawing on decades of experience advising investment banks, institutional investors, and high-growth companies, Jonathan takes us inside the often-overlooked world of startup governance. From common governance mistakes to the questions e
5: What if compliance in AI isn’t enough?
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Emre Kazim, co-founder and co-CEO of Holistic AI. Through contrasting the EU AI Act to the UK’s pro-innovation approach, this episode examines whether the law can keep pace with rapidly evolving technology. We also explore the reasons why companies still ought to act responsibly in the absence of up-to-date regulation and the importance of corporate governance
4: What If AI Replaces the Way Lawyers Are Trained, and at What Cost?
In this episode, we are joined by Mike Kochkin, Founder and CEO of BeSavvy, and Oliver Lipscombe, a final-year LLB student at LSE and part of the BeSavvy team, to explore how artificial intelligence is beginning to reshape legal training.Drawing on Mike’s experience at Latham & Watkins and his work building BeSavvy, we examine how simulation-based AI tools aim to replicate the realities of el
2: The Oeuvre: Joseph Lee's Oeuvre
In this episode of The Oeuvre, we chat with Joseph Lee, the mind behind Sontag, a café that’s quickly cemented itself as an LSE student staple. We unpack Joseph’s journey, the vision driving Sontag, and what it takes to build a space that people keep coming back to.We also get into his unfiltered take on matcha vs coffee, the rise of the new “it” drink, and the performative personas that orbit ca
3: What if?: AI Democratises Access to Legal Services?
We are joined by Daniel Long, Co-Founder of Garfield AI, for the first episode in our Introduction to AI series.He discusses how artificial intelligence could transform access to legal services, particularly by lowering costs and widening access to legal support. The episode explores whether AI might democratise aspects of legal advice and representation, while also reflecting on the opportunitie
6: Born with an identity crisis: Reconnecting with your roots
In this episode, we’re joined by Rebecca, who shares her experience growing up across France, Italy, and London. She reflects on navigating a French-Indian multinational upbringing and the gradual process of embracing her Indian identity. Rebecca also speaks about the role of family in shaping her sense of self, and how film and music have helped her stay connected to her cultures.Host: Nora Kaul
1: The Oeuvre: East London
In this episode of The Oeuvre, Farah, Amanda, and Angelika explore the gentrification of East London. A cultural hub once renowned for its accessibility and thriving community of underground creatives, East London is now synonymous with exorbitant prices for thrifted clothing, unique food spots, and rent. How have progressive ideals, whether expressed through an aversion to fast fashion and unsus
2: What if?: Justice Focused on Memory over Punishment?
In this episode of What If? The Future’s Legal Podcast, we ask: what if justice focused less on punishment, and more on memory?We explore whether preserving testimonies, storytelling, and collective memory can itself function as a form of justice in post-conflict societies.We are joined by Francisco, a Public Information Coordinator at the International Criminal Court, who shares insights from hi
1: What if?: Humans Permanently Settled on Mars?
In this episode we are joined by Silvia Teixeira and Stephane Duponcheele in exploring the fascinating novel legal and policy concerns that are associated with permanent settlement in outer space. We discuss the provisions of the Outer Space Treaty, as well as the current grey areas in international space law.Alongside currently completing her masters in International Development and Public Polic
5: Born with an identity crisis: a country’s dilemma
In this episode, we are joined by Elen Griffiths, an Environment and Sustainable Development with Economics student. We explore how it is growing up in a Welsh-speaking household and the importance of minority-spoken languages. We also discuss moving to London and her realisation of wanting to return to Wales, despite pressures from external forces.Host: Nora Kaul HoelgaardEditor: Laila GauharArtw
4: Born with an identity crisis: moving through cultures
In this episode, we are joined by Haan Jun (Ryan) Lee, a Korean/American General Course student studying Politics and International Relations. We dive into Ryan’s journey of moving back and forth between Korea, the US, and Indonesia, and how those physical moves affected his perception of identity and feeling of not being part of one specific place. We also discuss some of the cultural differences
3: Born with an identity crisis: redefining our home
In this episode, we have Vic Andersson Bettencourt joining us, who is a Human Rights and Politics Master student. We cover her childhood and growing up in many different places, dealing with her two very different nationalities/cultures: Portuguese and being part of the Swedish-speaking minority in Finland. We dive deeper into the importance or lack of having a physical home, and how our connectio
2: Born with an identity crisis: too asian or too white?
In this episode, we welcome our first guest: Angelica Di Monte, a first-year IR student. We talk about her growing up with Italian and Taiwanese nationalities while living in southern France. The topics that are covered are feeling included within family, our perception of our countries, the value of languages and communication, school experiences as well as defining what identity crisis means to
1: Born with an identity crisis
In this podcast, we will explore what it means growing up with multiple national and cultural identities and how that has affected who we have become. Do we struggle with belonging? Ultimately, we want to explore the complexities and beauties of growing up mixed and having unique perspectives. We were all born with identity crises!Host: Nora Kaul HoelgaardEditor: Laila GauharArtwork: Sylvain Chan
1: Grimshaw Spotlight #1 – Robbie Shilliam and Decolonising International Relations
After a long hiatus, welcome back to Grimshaw Podcasts, the podcast of the London School of Economics' Grimshaw Club! In our new series, Grimshaw Spotlight, we dive into the latest international relations research.Today we are interviewing Robbie Shilliam, a professor of International Relations at Johns Hopkins University (JHU) in Baltimore. We discuss decolonising the discipline, Marxism, interna
3: here we go again: let's talk everything new year
Happy New Year! We're back with a bang to start of 2024 with some chats on all things new years resolutions and whether the idea of new year new me is actually achievable Edited by Emma Gallagher Artwork by Mithalina Taib
2: here we go again: I'm just like other girls
Welcome back to another gossip session with me, Emma, as we talk about how I am just like every other girl, and how it's such a good thing! We talk about why it's great to follow the trends if that's what makes you happy!
Brief content warning as we touch on the Dublin Riots from November 23rd with small discussions on violence and fascism.
Edited by Emma Gallagher
Artwork by Mithalina Taib
2: Chow Down Londontown
Welcome to the second episode of Chow Down Londontown! your host, Jess Silverman is joined by a special guest Sean to break down the best burger in London. Whether you're a tourist, new to the city, or a local, listen for recommendations, crazy stories, fun tidbits and ramblings!
1: here we go again
Join me (Emma lol) to talk about the realities of navigating your 20s amongst all the pressures, excitements, and chaos of everyday life. A nice and easy chat about the big issues on the mind, trying to figure out how to do your best and feel your best in between it all!
1: Clerkenwell Economic Review
This is the first episode of the Clerkenwell Economic Review podcast which will delve into topics ranging from the UK Austerity policy and national debt to the impact of the collapse of the Soviet Union on the Russian Federation.This episode kicks off with a discussion of the UK Austerity policy post 2008 and whether it was successful or not.Music by Pixabay
1: Chow Down Londontown
Welcome to the first episode of Chow Down Londontown! Your host, Jess Silverman is here to break down all the best eats in London, whether you’re a tourist, new to the city, or a local. Listen for recommendations, crazy stories, and fun tidbits and ramblings!
3: 3: Working at LSE: LIMITED SERIES
In this third instalment of Working at LSE we speak to Lukas Slothuus, LSE100 Fellow and Anti-Casualisation Officer at the LSE UCU, about his experience of academic burnout and hustle culture. We pose potential solutions to a healthy work/leisure balance and how the lack of stable permanent contracts impacts this. Finally, we discuss the Research Excellence Framework (REF) and how it contributes t
5: Nobody Asked: Final Episode
Join Alice and Tito for their final installment of Nobody Asked 🥲
3: Where's the Imposter? With Musical Theatre Graduate Ffion Price
'Where's the Imposter?' explores Imposter Syndrome across a variety of industries and occupations, attempting to understand what it is that makes so many of us feel like we don't belong and how we can overcome this.In this episode Lucy talks to Ffion Price. Recent graduate from the Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts, Ffion discusses the feeling of Imposter Syndrome in the performing arts world.
2: Where's the Imposter? With Barrister Sioned Davies
'Where's the Imposter?' explores Imposter Syndrome across a variety of industries and occupations, attempting to understand what it is that makes so many of us feel like we don't belong and how we can overcome this.In this episode Lucy talks to Sioned, a London based barrister about her journey into the field of Law from a field in Mid-Wales. Talking everything from facing 'big bad London', changi
4: Help Me Understand: World Trade
Welcome back to Help me Understand. In this fourth episode, Id tackles world trade! What is the WTO, why is it important to have a multilateral trade organisation and how does world trade really work? Id talks to LSE fellow and doctor Marta Soprana to help you understand what world trade is all about! Produced, edited and hosted by Id SkrivarhaugCover art by Charlie To and Alyx RayMusic by Coma-Me
7: What's News?
This current affairs podcast tries to unpick all things British politics over the last couple of weeks. With an analysis of parliamentary affairs, major political events, media headlines and viral moments - we aim to make sense of this tumultuous time in politics. In this episode, we follow up on the headlines from the last two weeks. The Budget was a key story last week, and we discuss the key po
3: Help Me Understand: Disinformation
Have you ever wondered why you have to pay taxes? How the US-electorial system actually work? Or how a country's financial situation can change from one day to the next? 🤔 ‘Help Me Understand’ is the podcast where we dive into topics like these, to try to understand why things are the way they are in society!💡💳🦕🔌🌪🚑👑📱💸🔭🌏Welcome back to Help me Understand. In this episode, our guest host Erica Pasco
5: What you didn't know about the Environment: Coffee and Chocolate
Welcome to What You Didn’t Know About the Environment, a podcast where hosts Lotte Turnbull and Saoirse Jackson dive into environmental and climate change issues that may not be featured in the main headlines of the news. They aim to make the sometimes overwhelming concept of climate change more accessible whilst also exploring how it may relate to other issues such as neoliberalism and intergener
4: Nobody Asked: Gaslight, Gatekeep, Girlboss
Happy International Women’s History Month!In honour of International Women’s History Month, Tito & Alice share personal experiences of sexism on campus and at home, discuss intersectionality, and give tip-top tips on how to humiliate the misogynistic men of the world. Tune in for an empowering listen about the magic of girlhood, the importance of female role models, and five reasons why bout o
3: Word on the Street: The Top Secret Comedy Club
Welcome to the third episode of Word on the Street- the Who, What, Where and Why of London's current trends and experiences.In this episode, Gen and Em take you to The Top Secret Comedy Club. Just round the corner from LSE in Covent Garden this is a famous spot with new and established comedians alike. Tune in to find out whether this could be your next big night out! Hosted, Produced and Edited b
4: What you didn't about the Environment: Disease and Climate Change
Welcome to What You Didn’t Know About the Environment, a podcast where hosts Lotte Turnbull and Saoirse Jackson dive into environmental and climate change issues that may not be featured in the main headlines of the news. They aim to make the sometimes overwhelming concept of climate change more accessible whilst also exploring how it may relate to other issues such as neoliberalism and intergener
1: Don't Die in the Tank!
Don’t die in the tank is essentially a podcast about wine. The title is both literal (people die in wineries every year, not as fun as it sounds) and metaphorical (save yourself from drowning in all the information and stereotypes on wine!). Though this may seem oddly specific, this inaugural episode breaks down why you should know more about wine and what's so fun about it. Friends and budding w
5: Women of LSE: Women in Sport
In this episode Alyx and Nina interview Teresa, the president, and Shana, the captain, of the LSESU Football Club Talking everything from setting up a sports society in LSE, to breaking down boundaries in being women in sport, Alyx and Nina shine a light on how it important it is to continue to encourage women in sport. Do you know any changemakers at LSE who you would love to hear on this podcast
3: What you didn't know about the Environment: Conflict and Climate Change
Disclaimer: *Please note there will be discussion about Gun Violence in this Episode. None of this will be in any detail. Welcome to What You Didn’t Know About the Environment, a podcast where hosts Lotte Turnbull and Saoirse Jackson dive into environmental and climate change issues that may not be featured in the main headlines of the news. They aim to make the sometimes overwhelming concept of c
6: What's News?
This current affairs podcast tries to unpick all things British politics over the last couple of weeks. With an analysis of parliamentary affairs, major political events, media headlines and viral moments - we aim to make sense of this tumultuous time in politics. In this episode, we talk about the key political events of the last week. The Windsor Framework, a new initiative to solve post-Brexit
1: Where's the Imposter? With Parliamentary Assistant Emyr Davis
'Where's the Imposter?' explores Imposter Syndrome across a variety of industries and occupations, attempting to understand what it is that makes so many of us feel like we don't belong and how we can overcome this.In this episode Lucy talks to Emyr Davis all about imposter syndrome within academia and the world of Politics. As a double-first graduate in Human Social and Political Sciences from Ca
4: Women of LSE: Women in Law
In this episode Alyx and Nina talk Rachael, president of the Women in Law Society here at LSE. Discussing everything from navigating the competitive landscape of a Law career to what it means to be a Women in Law, Alyx and Nina uncover the continuing stigmas prevalent in the Law Industry and what we can do tackle them. Do you know any changemakers at LSE who you would love to hear on this podcas
6: You've Got This: Man on the Moon
This spotlight episode focuses on LSE second year student Priya, a budding rap star on his journey to self-acceptance and love. Anxiety is a normal part of life and something that each of us can relate to at one point or another, so why are we so afraid of it? Here we offer our advice on how to cope; whether that be a DofE esque walk, spitting some bars or practicing meditation. If you have any q
3: Nobody Asked: How to Lose 3 Guys in 10 Days
Did you not have a date for Valentine's? Neither did we.Part 2 of Nobody Asked’s Valentine’s Day-themed episode is finally here! A complete rundown of Alice’s dating experience in the past month was promised and we are delivering. Topics include: the audacity of men, red flags to look out for, Pedro Pescal, and existential crisis and more! If you have any questions, feedback or an idea get in touc
2: Nobody Asked: Dating, Dudes & Other Disasters
Are you also single and lonely? In Part 1 of our Valentine’s Day-themed episode, Alice’s mental health takes a turn for the worse by volunteering to subjugate herself to not one, but THREE, dates with THREE guys all from either, KCL, UCL, or LSE. With Tito’s help, we discuss the phenomena of ghosting, how to make dating as fun as possible, and the art of “doing it for the plot”.If you have any que
5: SPECIAL EPISODE: The Beaver's Breaking Down
This special episode of the Beaver Breakdown takes a pause in its usual format to discuss with Aarti, the Executive Editor here at the Beaver the worst threat the Beaver has faced since 1949. Lily asks Aarti what this significant funding cut means for the future of the Beaver, why this is happening and what, if anything, we can do to stop it.If you have any questions, feedback or have an idea to p
2: Help Me Understand: Strikes
Welcome back to Help me Understand. In this second episode, Id tackles strikes. Why are our teachers striking, is this effective and why should we as students care? Id talks to LSE fellow Lukas Slothuus to help you understand strikes!Produced, edited and hosted by Id SkrivarhaugCover art by Charlie To and Alyx RayMusic by Coma-Media, Pixbay Music
2: Working at LSE: LIMITED SERIES
In this second instalment of Working at LSE, we unpack The Beaver’s analysis of the bonus pay structure at LSE and the results of this analysis. 💰We discuss its implications for the declared gender pay gap at LSE and the methods of our investigation. Finally, we discuss how urgently this reflects the need for reform of pay structures at the university. 🏫Edited and hosted by Amadea Hofmann and Will
1: Nobody Asked
Welcome to ‘Nobody Asked’, a show you didn’t ask for nor knew you wanted until now! In each episode, Alice and Tito give you an unhinged, unedited, and unfiltered insight into their TikTok FYP, likes and dislikes, and whatever they want to discuss. In the first episode, we break down the underlying misogyny of the cult classic ‘Love, Actually’, talk shit about Hugh Grant and Colin Firth, and fangi
1: The Mental Health Collection
Breaking stigmas around mental health, tackling the taboos and creating open and safe spaces for discussion is our goal here at the Mental Health Collective podcast. Together we’ll be discussing everything from the efficacy of medications with experts to how our very own academic institutions can play a vital role in the mental health of students. Welcome to the first episode of the Mental Health
5: What's News?
This current affairs podcast tries to unpick all things British politics over the last couple of weeks. With an analysis of parliamentary affairs, major political events, media headlines and viral moments - we aim to make sense of this tumultuous time in politics. In this episode, we catch-up on the last month of UK politics, and generally what’s been happening in the UK since the new year. The st
2: What you didn't know about the Environment- Palm Oil and Malaysian Wildfires
Welcome to What You Didn’t Know About the Environment! A podcast where hosts Lotte Turnbull and Saoirse Jackson dive into environmental and climate change issues that may not be featured in the main headlines of the news. They aim to make the sometimes overwhelming concept of climate change more accessible whilst also exploring how it may relate to other issues such as neocolonialism and intragene
1: What you didn't know about the Environment
Welcome to What You Didn’t Know About the Environment! A podcast where hosts Lotte Turnbull and Saoirse Jackson dive into environmental and climate change issues that may not be featured in the main headlines of the news. They aim to make the sometimes overwhelming concept of climate change more accessible whilst also exploring how it may relate to other issues such as neocolonialism and intragene
2: Word on the Street: Vino and Vintage
Welcome to the second episode of Word on the Street - the Who, What, Where and Why of London’s current trends and experiences.This episode brings Gen and Em to Vintage & Vino: a small business collective aimed at bringing sustainability to consumers in a fun and immersive way. This pop-up fashion and wine event shows us that the new wining and dining is wining and shopping - vintage shopping.
3: Women of LSE: Women Leaders of Tomorrow
‼️TRIGGER WARNING FOR SEXUAL ASSAULT‼️In this episode, Alyx and Nina are joined by the president of Women Leaders of Tomorrow Society, Mariam Seklaoui. Talking all about society's role on campus, how women can strive to support and uplift one another and Mariam's work with the UN, Alyx and Nina explore the importance of having such a network on the LSE campus.Do you know any changemakers at LSE wh
2: Women of LSE: Women in Tech
Episode two of Beaver sound’s latest podcast series Women of LSE is out now! In this episode Alyx and Nina are joined by the founder and president of @Women in Tech at LSE, Noémie Jerome 👩💻💜 Episode two includes everything from challenging the stigma of women's role in tech, to becoming a dream chaser. Get ready to be inspired by Noémie, Alyx and Nina were literally ready to run out of that room
5: You've Got This: Magic Mindset
Ok guys, New year New You. Right? Well, it’s definitely harder said than done. In this episode Mia chats to the not so scary Economic Student Siumi as they try to find that light at the end of the tunnel- and spoiler alert it’s not a Goldman Sachs internship. More importantly, they talk about ‘Peer Support’ and how, even if you may not need it right now, you can go about getting help. After a hope
4: You've got this: Home is where you make it
Welcome to 'You've Got This', a show about navigating the everyday challenges of LSE, London and more importantly life! Chatting to new and exciting guests each week, Mia aims to shine a light on the topics that really matter to us; from LSE highs and lows, keeping your mental health up and everything messy and silly in between.This episode, Mia chats to two very special freshers on their brutally
1: Working at LSE: LIMITED SERIES
In this first instalment of Working at LSE, we follow The Beaver’s months-long investigation 🔍into the usage of casual or hourly-paid contracts at LSE and how they lead to the exploitation of workers. On the picket line, we also speak to Yasmine Kherfi, PhD student and GTA in the Department of Sociology, about her experience with casual contracts and where casual students and workers alike can go
123: What's News? #4
This current affairs podcast tries to unpick all things British politics over the last couple of weeks. With an analysis of parliamentary affairs, major political events, media headlines and viral moments - we aim to make sense of this tumultuous time in politics. In this episode, we catch-up on the last two weeks of UK politics, focusing on developments following the Autumn Statement. We consider
122: The Beaver Breakdown #4
The official companion podcast to The Beaver Newspaper, the Beaver Breakdown allows Beaver contributors to talk in more depth about the inspiration and process behind their piece and allows us to ask any questions we feel the piece evokes. In this episode, we talk to Niina and Anya about their coverage of UCU Strike Action and Rob about his analysis of the ongoing 2022 Qatar World Cup.The podcast
1: Women of LSE
Welcome to Women of LSE! In this episode we give a quick introduction to the series and future plans, along with a discussion about what empowerment looks like and who defines what “empowerment” truly means. Is empowerment representing ideal notions of femininity? OR is it forgoing all aspects of femininity entirely? Hosted by Alyx Ray and Nina Penning Edited by Alyx Ray Logo by Charlie ToMusic by
121: You've got this #3 Opposites Attract
Welcome to 'You've Got This', a show about navigating the everyday challenges of LSE, London and more importantly life! Chatting to new and exciting guests each week, I aim to shine a light on the topics that really matter to us; from LSE highs and lows, keeping your mental health up and everything messy and silly in between.This is our most exposing podcast yet…… LSE are you ready? Turn the volum
120: Help me Understand #1 Inflation
Have you ever wondered why you have to pay taxes? How does the US-electorial system actually work? Or how a country's financial situation can change from one day to the next? 🤔 ‘Help Me Understand’ is the podcast where we dive into topics like these, to try to understand why things are the way they are in society! 💡💳🦕🔌🌍📱In this very first episode, we tackle inflation! There is a lot of talk about
118: You've got this #2 It's all about balance
Welcome to 'You've Got This', a show about navigating the everyday challenges of LSE, London and more importantly life! Chatting to new and exciting guests each week, I aim to shine a light on the topics that really matter to us; from LSE highs and lows, keeping your mental health up and everything messy and silly in between.For our second episode of the year, I speak to LSE’s very own UNSOC Presi
119: What's News? #3
This current affairs podcast tries to unpick all things British politics over the last couple of weeks. With an analysis of parliamentary affairs, major political events, media headlines and viral moments - we aim to make sense of this tumultuous time in politics. In this episode, we talk about the Autumn Statement. After running through the key announcements and economic initiatives in Jeremy Hun
117: You've Got This #1 You've 100% Got This
Welcome to 'You've Got This', a show about navigating the everyday challenges of LSE, London and more importantly life! Chatting to new and exciting guests each week, I aim to shine a light on the topics that really matter to us; from LSE highs and lows, keeping your mental health up and everything messy and silly in between.In this short teaser featuring rapid fire assumptions: Is clubbing all th
116: The Beaver Breakdown #3
The official companion podcast to The Beaver Newspaper, the Beaver Breakdown allows Beaver contributors to talk in more depth about the inspiration and process behind their piece and allows us to ask any questions we feel the piece evokes.
In this episode, we talk to Amadea from Features about her piece on toxic investment banking and finance culture at the LSE. We also talk to Julietta from Par
1: Word on the Street: Bread Ahead
Beaver Sound presents ‘Word on the Street’ - The who, what, where and why of London's most current trends and experiences. We go so you don't have to... or so you can plan your next day (or night) out. In this episode we are taking you to Bread Ahead: a bakery grown to be a London staple, where people learn first-hand artisanal recipes from experienced chefs in full- or half-day workshops. Genevi
113: The Beaver Breakdown #2
What do Jeremy Corbyn and Bon Iver have in common?They are both in this episode of the Beaver Breakdown!!!! (kind of…) The official companion podcast to The Beaver Newspaper, the Beaver Breakdown allows Beaver contributors to talk in more depth about the inspiration and process behind their piece and allows us to ask any questions we feel the piece evokes. In this episode, we talk to the LSESU’s L
112: What's News? #2
This current affairs podcast tries to unpick all things British politics over the last couple of weeks. With an analysis of parliamentary affairs, major political events, media headlines and viral moments - we aim to make sense of this tumultuous time in politics. In this episode, we tackle the bombshell news from Westminster - Liz Truss has resigned. She becomes the shortest-serving UK Prime Mini
110: LSESPN #2: Sporting Season Restart
With the new academic year, comes new sports seasons around the world - and your friendly neighbourhood unqualified sports analysts are back to provide the commentary nobody asked for. In this episode, Sachin and Dillon discuss results from the early Premier League season and give their best (read: worst) predictions for the upcoming NBA season.From the EPL to the NBA, in every episode, LSE’s most
111: What's News? #1
This current affairs podcast tries to unpick all things British politics over the last couple of weeks. With an analysis of parliamentary affairs, major political events, media headlines and viral moments - we aim to make sense of this tumultuous time in politics. In this episode, we discuss the recent developments regarding the mini-budget which was announced a couple of weeks ago by Liz Truss. W
109: The Beaver Breakdown #1
The official companion podcast to The Beaver Newspaper, the Beaver Breakdown allows Beaver contributors to talk in more depth about the inspiration and process behind their piece and allows us to ask any questions we feel the piece evokes. In this episode, we talk to Opinion’s very own editor Alina Chen about her piece on the LSE Economics exams, Testing Understanding or Maintaining Prestige?, and
108: Let’s LSE about that #6: Drugs & Alcohol
Welcome to the sixth episode of ‘Let’s LSE about that’! Struggling with a problem that no-one has prepared you for? Facing something you’re expected to understand but have no idea? Generally feel you’ve been thrown in at the deep end and need a lifeline? You’re in the right place!On this podcast we discuss common student issues and see if we can LSE about that! Every episode I interview a handful
107: Look at the State of Us #2; What can LSE do?
93% Club LSE’s second podcast, in discussion with Dr. AkileAhmet – head of inclusivity at the LSE Eden Centre. Today we discuss a wholerange of issues existing at LSE, from the pressures of finding jobs to impostersyndrome, before discussing what LSE can and is doing to assist with theseissues. We hope this podcast can form part of future discussion for progressivechange at LSE with regards to inc
106: Let's LSE about that #5: Freshers Week Special
Welcome to the fifth episode of ‘Let’s LSE about that’! And our first episode of 22/23!!Struggling with a problem that no one has prepared you for? Facing something you’re expected to understand but have no idea? Generally, feel you’ve been thrown in at the deep end and need a lifeline? You’re in the right place!On this podcast, we discuss common student issues and see if we can LSE about that! Ev
105: LSE Limelight #31: Neurodiversity Week
In this episode of LSE Limelight, we speak to LSESU Neurodivergents’ Student Officer Sam Crutcher about their experiences as a neurodivergent student at LSE, their time as the LSESU Neurodivergents’ Student Officer at LSE and…. MOST IMPORTANTLY the upcoming Neurodiversity week.The full schedule being:Monday 28th March- Neurodiversity and Intersectionality 18:00-19:30Tuesday 29th March - ND and Phi
104: Let's LSE about that: #4: Friendship
Welcome to the fourth episode of ‘Let’s LSE about that’! Struggling with a problem that no-one has prepared you for? Facing something you’re expected to understand but have no idea? Generally feel you’ve been thrown in at the deep end and need a lifeline? You’re in the right place!On this podcast we discuss common student issues and see if we can LSE about that! Every episode I interview a handful
103: Archive Chats Episode 3: Food Glorious Food- Nutrition And Diet During Wartimes
Food glorious food! Something we all have a relationship with, whether we can cook or not. So, what happens in times of warfare when production is slowed and exports decreased? in this episode of the Beaver Sound’s History-Themed Podcast Archived Chats, Sarah interviewed PHD Student Jonathan Slater to explore this question
Suggested resources for further interest
Ursula Heinzelmann, Beyond Brat
102: The Lighthouse Podcast #2: Guantanamo Bay
Welcome to LSESU Amnesty international’s first podcast series, in which we will bring you conversations with various insightful speakers on a number of human rights issues in the aim of broadening engagement with important topical discussions
Detention in Guantanamo Bay is a flagrant violation of human rights and it needs to be shut down. Tune in to this week’s episode to hear from Alka Pradhan, h
101: Let's LSE about that: #3: Housing
Welcome to the third episode of ‘Let’s LSE about that’! Struggling with a problem that no-one has prepared you for? Facing something you’re expected to understand but have no idea? Generally feel you’ve been thrown in at the deep end and need a lifeline? You’re in the right place!On this podcast we discuss common student issues and see if we can LSE about that! Every episode I interview a handful
100: LSESPN #1: All-Star Weekend
With the 2022 NBA all-star break fast approaching, hosts Dillon & Sachin discuss this year’s all-star roster, give their midseason predictions and talk about their experiences watching NBA games from London.
From the EPL to the NBA, every episode, LSE’s most unqualified sports commentators discuss the biggest news & events in the sporting world.
99: Archive Chats #2: In the Shadow of Giants: Britain, Europe, and the Cold War
How did Europe experience the beginning of the Cold War? Was the EU a product of superpower tensions? Did Britain face a demotion from global power to regional partner? In this episode of the Beaver Sound’s History-Themed Podcast Archive Chats, Avan interviewed Head of Department Professor Piers Ludlow to find the answers to all these questions and more. Hosted & Edited by Avan FataProduced by
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