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Lending Voices
Reflections & Techno-Stress
Season 1, Ep. 11
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Tune in to the latest episode of the "Lending Voices" podcast, where University of Strathclyde MSc student Ananthu Manalil Anil reflects on his enriching 11-day placement with South Lanarkshire Libraries. Over three months, Ananthu gained valuable insights into library operations and community engagement. In this episode, he also briefly touches on his intriguing dissertation topic: Techno-Stress in the Workplace. Don't miss this insightful discussion on student experiences and the challenges of modern work environments.
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