Talking Salford

We are back at MediaCity for a very special episode with the two leading artists in residence at the University's Energy House 2.0.In partnership with Open Eye Gallery in Liverpool and Castlefield Gallery in Manchester, the University of Salford's Art Collection is hosting two unique artist residences at Energy House 2.0 - a world leading energy performance research centre at the University.Mishka Henner, a Manchester-based artist who is known for often challenging conventional perspectives with his art, completed the first of the 18-month artist residences in 2024 culminating in the stunning 'The Conductor' piece which echoed the Energy House by channelling all the world's lightning strikes through a single percussionist performing inside a reverberation chamber at the University's Acoustics Laboratories.Emily Speed, an artist based in the North West, who is known for examining the relationship between the body and architecture, is the current artist in residence and is due to complete at the end of 2024.The work of both artists is in response to Energy House 2.0's research, exploring themes of the climate crisis, net zero research and the future of housing, with the works to be presented at Castlefield Gallery in Spring 2025.To find out more about the Energy House Labs here at the University of Salford, visit: energyhouselabs.salford.ac.uk Both residencies have been made possible through funding from the Friends of Energy House 2.0 Community: energyhouse2.salford.ac.uk/friends-of-energy-house-2-0/ Talking Salford is an official podcast from The University of Salford. All episodes are available on all podcasting platforms.CREDITSHosted by Loughlan CampbellDirected and edited by Liz TheakerProduced by Matt Spink

We're joined by Andy Reynolds, UK & Europe Chief Executive of construction consultancy firm Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB) is this episode of Talking Salford.Andy started his career working on construction sites in Essex before he became the first in his family to go to University to study Quantity Surveying at Salford during the 90s. Following graduation, he chanelled his passion for the built environment industry to propel his career forwards at RLB and over the last two decades, has risen through the ranks to head up its UK headquarters in the world-famous Shard building in London.Speaking to us from his office, Andy shares how his upbringing shaped his career journey, his memories of Salford and his thoughts on improving diversity in the built environment sector and why lifelong learning is important for CEOs. Talking Salford is an official podcast from The University of Salford. All episodes are available on all podcasting platforms.Hosted by Loughlan CampbellResearched by Nicola WhyleyEdited by Loughlan Campbell

Season 2 of Talking Salford continues with a special episode in which we quiz Hollywood film editor Mark Everson!Since graduating from Salford, Mark has put his editing pen to use on some of the best loved UK television comedies such as Peep Show & The Mighty Boosh as well as big Hollywood hits such as Paddington and Wonka.In this deep dive of an episode, we unravel the mysteries of editing Paddington into a scene, how important the relationship between a director and an editor is & which characters Mark would most like to have dinner with.Talking Salford is an official podcast from The University of Salford. All episodes are available on all podcasting platforms.Hosted by Loughlan CampbellResearched by Akelia HewittProduced by Liz TheakerEdited by Loughlan Campbell

How do you become a camera operator?To ask this precise question, we brought back BA TV and Radio Production graduate Conor Gilmore back to our MediaCity studios to grill him on how he got into the business which has seen him cover international football, rugby league, cricketing and horse racing events. Conor shares his love of Salford, his top tips on getting the experience in the industry and how his eternal love for Blue Peter shaped the person he is today.Talking Salford is an official podcast from The University of Salford. All episodes are available to listen to on all leading podcast platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon MusicCREDITSProduced by Loughlan CampbellDirected by Tom WaltersPodcast edit by Akelia HewittAudio Assistant - Femi OlayiwolaVideo edit by Tom WaltersHosted by Liz Theaker

In this special episode of Talking Salford, we bring back four members of the Class of 2023 for a candid discussion around Graduation and how the last 12 months has gone since donning the robes.From each of our four schools, we welcome BBC Radio 5 Live producer Niamh McDermott, Bupa people data consultant Hannah Thwaite, A&E nurse Karolina Staniecka and MA student & science communicator Anna-Maria White to the podcast.The foursome share their memories of their graduation experience, getting started in industry, reflecting on their Salford journeys and give their tips on how to make the most of the special day for our 2024 cohort.Hosted by our very own 2023 graduate Liz Theaker, we hope this discussion will prove inspiring to all about to take that fabled walk to collect their scrolls.Talking Salford is an official podcast from The University of Salford. All episodes are available to listen to on all leading podcast platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music. CREDITSPodcast recorded on Riverside FMProduced and audio edit by Loughlan CampbellFilm edit by Tom WaltersHosted by Liz Theaker

Speaking to us from Adidas' global headquarters in Herzogenaurach, Germany is Michael Haley.Michael undertook a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) with the University of Salford and Clarks Shoes where he conducted biomechanical research on children over two years.After completing this in 2022, he has started working on his PhD at Salford and landed the role of a lifetime at the sportwear giant later that year.He packed up his bags and headed to Bavaria where he is a Manager for Athlete Servicing at Adidas, working with the sportswear brand's Premier League footballers who have exclusive contracts with the company and ensures that the footwear is tailored to their individual liking.CREDITSProduced by Elizabeth Theaker & Polly RiggsPodcast edit by Akelia HewittFilm edit by Akelia HewittHosted by Loughlan Campbell

Caroline Redman Lusher is the founder of Rock Choir - the world's largest amateur contemporary choir and a professional singer who has featured on songs that have sold millions of copies in the UK.In this candid interview, the BA Popular Music and Recording graduate shares her story. From learning violin at the age of 4, to touring nightclubs in Birmingham at 14, to struggling to get a record deal in London and to then achieving global success with a choir that now holds three Guinness World Records.Caroline popped into Radio Studio A during her UK tour with Rock Choir this January for an exclusive chat. Talking Salford is an official podcast from The University of Salford.All episodes are available on all podcasting platforms with the video version available to watch on YouTube.CREDITSProduced by Elizabeth TheakerFilmed and directed by Tom WaltersCamera Assistant - Femi OlayiwolaSound Assistant, podcast and video edit by Akelia HewittHosted by Loughlan Campbell

In this very special episode, we take the podcast to the University of Salford's Student Union bar Atmosphere for a candid conversation for International Women's Day.Podcast producer Liz Theaker is our host with special guest Megan Tattersley from our Student Communications team joining her to talk about the importance of the day and to reflect on moments from the podcast's previous guests and the challenges they encountered.Talking Salford is an official podcast from The University of Salford.All episodes are available on all podcasting platforms with the video version available to watch on YouTube.CREDITSHosted by Liz Theaker & Megan TattersleyProduced by Liz TheakerDirected by Loughlan CampbellAudio Producer - Akelia HewittSound Assistant - Femi OlayiwolaCamera Operator - Debbie Mezeh-EkisoweiPodcast edit by Akelia HewittFilmed and edited by Tom Walters

In this special episode to mark Women In STEM Day on Sunday 11 February we bring you two unique stories from one of our leading scientists, Professor Chloe James and one of our STEM graduates Paz Aranega-Bou, who is now working at the UK Health Security Agency.Chloe talks through her experience as an academic in microbiology, how the experience for a woman in STEM differs in different countries and what more can be done to encourage young women and girls to pursue a career in STEM subjects.Next, former Erasmus student and PhD graduate Paz chats through her experience of studying from Salford after coming from Spain, the integral work she did during the COVID-19 pandemic and what her advice would be for current microbiology students ahead of entering the industry.Talking Salford is an official podcast from The University of Salford.All episodes are available on all podcasting platforms with the video version available to watch on YouTube.CREDITSProduced by Samuel WoodDirected by Elizabeth TheakerAudio producer – Akelia HewittFilmed by Adam CowellPodcast edit by Loughlan CampbellFilm edit by Tom WaltersSound Assistant and Camera Operator – Femi OlayiwolaHosted by Loughlan Campbell