{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66a8ba84ec85576657852215/683ee18e43d6b388a671ce9c?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Udita on Menstrual Experiences in Kolkata","description":"<p>In Episode 5, Udita Bose discusses her research on the menstrual experiences of adolescent girls in Kolkata. She explains how her research tackles the pervasive stigma around menstruation, utilising innovative qualitative methods like drawing and collage, as well as a participatory action research approach. Udita also discusses the critical role of access to water and sanitation facilities in schools. Finally, she offers invaluable advice for those undertaking a PhD, emphasising the importance of taking breaks and maintaining an honest, open relationship with supervisors.</p><p><br></p><p>To find out more about becoming a researcher at Brunel University of London visit <a href=\"https://www.brunel.ac.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.brunel.ac.uk</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>You can read a transcript of the conversation&nbsp;<a href=\"https://researchpodcasts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/BruPod-2.5-Udita-Transcript.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a <a href=\"https://researchpodcasts.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Research Podcasts</a> production.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Credits:</strong></p><p>Presenter: <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathmcd11/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Catherine McDonald</a>,&nbsp;Research Podcasts</p><p>Guest: <a href=\"https://www.brunel.ac.uk/people/udita-bose\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Udita Bose</a>, Brunel University of London</p><p>Producer: <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/krissie-brighty-glover-72268224b/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Krissie Brighty-Glover</a>, Research Podcasts</p><p>Editor: <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/anton-jarvis-579b5a82/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Anton Jarvis</a>, Research Podcasts</p><p>Transcripts: <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-white-1a585a41/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Lauren White</a>, Research Podcasts</p><p>Music:&nbsp;<a href=\"https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-upbeat-motivational-and-uplifting-corporate-inspiration-background-208853/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Yourtunes</a></p>","author_name":"Graduate School Brunel University London"}