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This podcast series explores ground-breaking ideas in development for positive social and environmental change. Each month we feature an interview with an expert in international development who will talk about their latest research and ideas.

The discussions give an insight on the themes covered, exploring the challenges and discoveries, and why the issues matter for progressive and sustainable d... more

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Caste isn’t just a South Asian issue — it shapes who speaks, who listens, and who is heard in academic and development spaces worldwide. In this episode of Between the Lines, we confront how caste hierarchies continue to influence the production of k... more

What does it mean to navigate motherhood while pursuing a postgraduate degree? How do students balance identity, care, and academia in a world not built with them in mind?

In this IDS Between the Lines podcast, MA Gender and Development (GAD) studen... more

The development sector proclaims that it values dignity. Yet it often breaks this promise, with people leaving encounters with charities feeling bruised and unseen.

In this podcast, drawn from a recent lecture at IDS, research fellow Marina Apgar i... more

A poverty line of $6.85 a day, as used by the World Bank, indicates a substantial level of deprivation, impacting the lives of billions globally. Indeed, nearly half of the World’s population falls into this category. So, if poverty is something we a... more

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Recent Guests

Priyanka Samy
Global Gender and Intersectionality Lead at the International Budget Partnership and Youth Convener at the National Federation of Dalit Women in India
International Budget Partnership
Episode: Breaking the silence on caste in academia
Aarti Rajput
Scholar pursuing the MA Power, Participation and Social Change degree at IDS and Commonwealth scholar
Institute of Development Studies
Episode: Breaking the silence on caste in academia
Ritu Kochar
ESRC funded PhD candidate at the London School of Economics
London School of Economics
Episode: Breaking the silence on caste in academia
Keetie Roelen
Senior Research Fellow in Poverty and Social Protection
Open University
Episode: The empathy fix: Why poverty persists and how to change it
Myriam Sfeir
Director of the Arab Institute for Women at the Lebanese American University
Arab Institute for Women
Episode: Strategies for building solidarities for gender justice
Aisha Lai
Liberian Country Director of the Kvinna Till Kvinna Foundation
Kvinna Till Kvinna Foundation
Episode: Strategies for building solidarities for gender justice
Rob van den Berg
Visiting Professor at King's College London and author of "Evidence for Hope".
King's College London
Episode: Evidence for hope: The emerging sustainability revolution
Professor Ian Scoones
Professor at the Institute of Development Studies and author of the book "Navigating Uncertainty"
Institute of Development Studies
Episode: Navigating uncertainty: Radical rethinking for a turbulent World
Charis Reid
Social Protection Officer at the International Labour Organization
International Labour Organization
Episode: Reimagining Social Protection

Hosts

Marina Apgar
Research fellow at the Institute of Development Studies and host of the podcast.
Stephen Devereux
Research Fellow at the Institute of Development Studies.
Lewis Sida
Honorary Associate at the Institute of Development Studies.
Vidya Diwakar
Deputy Director of the Chronic Poverty Advisory Network, with a focus on social protection and poverty dynamics.
James Georgalakis
Director of Evidence and Impact at the Institute of Development Studies.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Inspiring, practical & insightful

    Excellent! Insightful ideas that invite to think critically. Inspiring + practical. Conceived to spark knowledge and mobilize change every day!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MariaFerSierraP
    United States6 years ago
  • Excellent approach

    This audio opened my interest specially in the mix methods used in this research. I am begining my career as development practitioner and these type of documents of "small books for big ideas", are so much needed. It is not only useful to continue research, but also to apply it. I am also convinced about the importance of the "microunderstang" in order to analyse and act with a meaninful impact

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Janine CG
    Mexico6 years ago
  • Love this podcast

    So easy to listen to, but touching a world changing topics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ViviBenson
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Hurrah

    Great podcast initiative so great to hear Robert Chambers kicking off the first episode and can’t wait for the next episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SarahCheekywan
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Excellent

    Excellent because informative and well-conducted. Audio is clean as well, which is always nice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mathieu Lohr
    United Kingdom7 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful and inspiring content that challenges conventional views and invites critical thinking.
Many highlight the high-quality audio and engaging interviews with competent professionals in international development.

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Breaking the silence on caste in academia
Q: What is your vision for these anti-caste commitments? Where do we need to go next?
Caste-based discrimination must be recognized as a global issue, integrated into donor policies, and funding must support Dalit-led organizations. This involves advocating for Dalit scholarship and ensuring representation and visibility in higher education.
Breaking the silence on caste in academia
Q: How have you seen caste discrimination and domination persist in and through education and pedagogy?
Caste discrimination in education is subtle yet pervasive, manifested through microaggressions, lack of inclusive curricula, and structural inequalities. It shapes who is assumed to belong in elite institutions and often denies Dalit students a sense of belonging.
Dignity in development
Q: What has been your experience from philanthropists when you talk about dignity in the work that they fund?
Tom shares positive responses from philanthropists, noting a shift towards justifying how they respect dignity in their charitable activities.
Dignity in development
Q: Is dignity something that we can support people to develop for themselves?
Tom believes dignity already exists within individuals but suggests that it might be beneficial to raise people's expectations about dignity.
The empathy fix: Why poverty persists and how to change it
Q: What does the book aim to inspire readers to do?
It seeks to inspire readers to take action against poverty and change their mindset on the issues surrounding it.

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The series focuses on transformative concepts within international development that promote progressive social and environmental change. With each episode, listeners are invited to engage in dialogues with experts who share cutting-edge research and insights into the complexities encountered in the development sector. The content notably emphasizes the real-world implications of these ideas, with themes ranging from social justice and humanitarian efforts to effective policy-making that respects human dignity. The series stands out by addressing pressing global challenges with actionable and evidence-based solutions, appealing to professionals and activists alike who are invested in sustainable development.

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2. Aarti Rajput
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