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Matrix Podcast

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The Matrix Podcast features interviews with social scientists from across the University of California, Berkeley campus (and beyond). It also features recordings of events, including panels and lectures. The Matrix Podcast is produced by Social Science Matrix, an interdisciplinary research center at the University of California, Berkeley.

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Shari Huhndorf
Class of 1938 Professor of Native American Studies
UC Berkeley
Episode: Authors Meet Critics: "Native Lands: Culture and Gender in Indigenous Territorial Claims"
Morgan Vickers
PhD candidate in geography at UC Berkeley, researching Black geographies and New Deal projects
UC Berkeley
Episode: Social, Spatial, Ecological, and Racial fixes in New Deal South Carolina: Interview with Morgan Vickers
Cammie Flood
Home economics advisor who worked with Black communities to improve agricultural and domestic practices
Clemson University
Episode: Social, Spatial, Ecological, and Racial fixes in New Deal South Carolina: Interview with Morgan Vickers
Lorna Finlayson
Political theorist and philosopher, teaches in the School of Philosophy and Art History at the University of Essex
University of Essex
Episode: The State of Higher Education: Interview with Lorna Finlayson
Julia Sizek
Postdoctoral researcher and expert on California Desert land management
University of California, Berkeley
Episode: Interview with Julia Sizek: Regulating Off-Roading in the California Desert
Kwanele Sosibo
Freelance writer and editor, lecturer at UC Berkeley's History of Art Department
UC Berkeley
Episode: Making Sense of the Elections of 2024
Alison Post
Associate professor of political science and global metropolitan studies
UC Berkeley
Episode: Making Sense of the Elections of 2024
Trevor Jackson
Assistant professor of history and political economy, economic historian
UC Berkeley
Episode: Making Sense of the Elections of 2024
Aarti Sethi
Assistant professor in the Department of Anthropology, associate director of the Global Democracy Commons
UC Berkeley
Episode: Making Sense of the Elections of 2024

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Corrie Hayden
Interim Director at the Social Science Matrix, UC Berkeley.

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150 Years of Border Control: The Legacy of the 1875 Page Act
Q: What misunderstandings do you see in public discourse regarding immigration and Asian American history?
Panelists highlight the lack of awareness around the complexities of Asian American identity, the stereotypes of Asians being submissive, and the misconception that they do not play a significant role in American history.
150 Years of Border Control: The Legacy of the 1875 Page Act
Q: How does your work intersect with the Page Act?
Catherine Ceniza Choy discusses her research on migration that is gendered, racialized and classed, specifically connecting it to the objectification of Asian American women as influenced by the Page Act.
Governing Giants: Law, Politics, and Antitrust
Q: What is the remedy for ensuring US companies are competitive on a global basis?
The discussion highlighted the challenges of enforcing antitrust laws in different countries and the potential for cooperation on antitrust regulations, while recognizing that national champions could distort competition.
Technology and China in the New Political Economy
Q: Will the Chinese government ever liberalize critical infrastructure?
It's unlikely because such infrastructure is critical for state legitimacy and security.
Technology and China in the New Political Economy
Q: How is legal tech different in China compared to France?
In China, legal tech is heavily influenced by state priorities, while France remains skeptical and restricts judicial data analytics.

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This podcast showcases a variety of discussions and interviews with social scientists, academics, and experts in fields such as sociology, political science, and anthropology. The content often revolves around pressing social issues, historical contexts, and contemporary debates, with a focus on themes like racial dynamics, gender justice, environmental policies, and the implications of new political movements. Episodes include panel discussions, critiques of educational systems, and explorations of indigenous rights, providing listeners with a scholarly lens on current affairs and social structures. The inclusion of events like lectures and conferences further enriches the content, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the ... more

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1. Shari Huhndorf
2. Morgan Vickers
3. Cammie Flood
4. Lorna Finlayson
5. Julia Sizek
6. Kwanele Sosibo
7. Alison Post
8. Trevor Jackson

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