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Experimental podcast edited by Stephen King, senior lecturer in media at Middlesex University Dubai. Correspondence email: stevekingindxb@gmail.com or s.king@mdx.ac.ae.
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An experiment with music podcasts. Here is a <10minute playlist of four songs I've been practicing this year: Anti-Hero by Taylor Swift Lift Me Up by Rihanna Flowers by Miley Cyrus Take My Hand by Lady Gaga Do let me know what you think. Arrangements and backing music from Hal Leonard, the world's largest sheet music publisher: https://www.halleona…
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Discover the truth behind the curtain of sustainability promises, as we unravel the complexity of global commitments to a sustainable future. Is the global political and corporate leadership really committed to the long haul, or are they merely ticking boxes to appease a growingly conscientious society? The episode peels back layers of internationa…
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Embarking on a PhD can be a journey fraught with decisions, but none more crucial than the choice of a supervisor. In the grand finale of our incongruent series, we reach the climax of my doctoral tale, navigating the academic landscapes of Glasgow, Exeter, Westminster, and Portsmouth to uncover a mentor who will not only steer my research ship but…
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Embark on an academic voyage with us as we dissect the daunting financial mountains aspiring scholars must climb. Episode 4 of 'The Incongruent' peels back the layers on the high costs of PhDs and DBAs, and contrasts them with the more wallet-friendly doctorates by publishing or thesis. Our conversation doesn't just spotlight the price tags; we als…
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Embark on a journey of discovery with us as we investigate the practicalities of academic research and its implications for real-world business challenges. Our latest installment of the PhD pursuit series promises insight into the intricacies of proposing a study that's not only manageable but also fraught with the potential for fascinating results…
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Embark on an intellectual odyssey with us as we unveil the secrets to pinpointing the academic "Goldilocks zone" for PhD research topics—a pursuit that's neither too mainstream nor too obscure. Our journey in this episode is expertly guided by analytical titans like Google Trends and the Gartner Technology Hype Cycle, tools that arm scholars with t…
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This is the first of a multi-part series where I attempt to prepare a proposal to undertake a PhD-grade research project. I'm using two papers to help me: Perry, C. (2002) A structured approach to presenting theses: Notes for students and their supervisors. [Online]. Accessed 12 June 2015. http://users.ugent.be/~dgosseli/Presentations/PhD-Thesis-Ap…
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Discover the transformative power of student awards as we converse with a distinguished panel of educators gathered for the 2023 edition of Middlesex University's Annual Learning and Teaching conference. Promising to build confidence, generate connections, and encourage collaboration, these accolades are more than mere symbols of recognition - they…
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In this episode we're connecting awards, pedagogy, and industry standards in a way you never thought possible. We won't shy away from the hurdles – the struggle to find relevant literature on industry-organized student award ceremonies and higher education pedagogy. But hey, we're equipped with 'Publish or Perish'. We'll comb through every piece of…
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Ever wondered what makes a student tick? What are the factors that lead to a satisfied and motivated learner? Get ready to have these questions answered in our latest episode of the Incongruent podcast with host, Stephen King. We delve into the intricate world of student satisfaction within award programs, dissecting the complex nature of measuring…
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What if there's a world within TikTok where norms are defied, yet engagement rates surpass those of mainstream content creators? Welcome to the intriguing realm of TikTok tarot content creators! In our latest episode, we unravel the unconventional appeal of these influencers, who effortlessly command the attention of audiences ranging from 10,000 t…
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Ever wondered how the spiritual world of Tarot and Angel Card Healers navigate the digital realm of TikTok? My co-researcher, Natalie Katchouh and I journey into the captivating realm of these unique content creators and their adept use of digital marketing. We unravel the controversies they face, the dangers of propagating health and well-being in…
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This podcast supports a panel discussion I am moderating on June 15 at 2pm UAE time which explores the role industry awards play in a higher education programme. This is part of Middlesex University's Annual Learning & Teaching Conference. This panel discussion features faculty members from across Middlesex University's international campuses who w…
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This study was shared on May 4 at Middlesex University Dubai at the 2nd International Conference on Technology, Innovation and Sustainability in Business Management (ICTIS 2023). Find more information: https://www.mdx.ac.ae/ictis2023. AIMS OF STUDY The aim of this auto-ethnographic study is to provide insight into the lived experiences of higher ed…
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This study was shared on May 4 at Middlesex University Dubai at the 2nd International Conference on Technology, Innovation and Sustainability in Business Management (ICTIS 2023). Find more information: https://www.mdx.ac.ae/ictis2023. AIMS OF STUDY The aim of this auto-ethnographic study is to provide insight into the lived experiences of higher ed…
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This study was shared on May 4 at Middlesex University Dubai at the 2nd International Conference on Technology, Innovation and Sustainability in Business Management (ICTIS 2023). Find more information: https://www.mdx.ac.ae/ictis2023. AIMS OF STUDY The aim of this auto-ethnographic study is to provide insight into the lived experiences of higher ed…
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In our latest episode, the team share their thoughts on this month's Friends Reunion. We find out which of our Incongruables is a "Super-Fan" with a special quiz; Hashim and Lydia give reasons for not watching; Steve promotes Friends merch and displays his growing musical prowess... and we finish with a phenomenal (!) reading from one of the shows.…
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In this episode, I discuss with award-winning author and Egyptologist Dr. Colleen Darnell, the recent Saqqara expedition discoveries in Giza, made famous on the Netflix documentary 'Secrets of the Saqqara Tombs'. We also explore the fascinating context of these discoveries and clarify some widely misunderstood concepts in Ancient Egypt. Dr. Collen …
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Today we share some of our back catalogue in anticipation of a major sustainable development event that our team is participating in today. Our guest, Kehkashan Basu, is also part of the same event and panel. Kehkashan Basu is an eco ambassador who has received awards from so, so many places. According to her LinkedIN profile she is a United Nation…
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In what is technically the first episode of season three, we kick off with a bang. Lydia and Arjun had the chance to interview Juan Pablo Celis. a youth policy and climate advocate and empowerment speaker in the run up to his participation at a major UAE conference on sustainability. Juan Pablo is an Adviser to the Youth Representatives Steering Co…
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As we prepare to launch season 3, Arjun takes time out to speak with our celebrity graddie, Divya Premchand (@divsglam) who is not only one of our top graduating media students, but also a rising social media star. Divya is shortlisted in the Filmfare Middle East Social Media Awards. Our Arjun meets up with Divya and gets the low-down on what it ta…
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It's the finale for season 2 - and this time we are doing Secret Santa in an extremely Incongruent fashion. And by that, we mean we get everything wrong... it's chaos as we conclude 2020 - but that does mean that 2021 will be a better year, it has a low bar to leap over! Hosted by Arjun Radeesh and Stephen King (and Santa!) With: Angelica Banares H…
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This was always going to be our most challenging episode... but little did we know this topic would also be contentious. Culture wars break out as the Taj Mahal takes on the Pyramids and then are stomped by the Greeks... But all is well as the Philippines rise to spread peace and joy to the world, potentially inspired by Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber... …
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In this episode Hashim finally offers some valuable advice on his Mastermind Specialist Subject - fashion. And it's clear that the boys have a better (!) idea on style than the ladies... or is it. The usual shenanigans are afoot with Arjun arriving fashionably late and random discussions on horoscopes. Sit back and enjoy our longest episode yet... …
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In this Plus episode Arjun and Samira are joined with a true legend of radio journalism - presenter/producer - TV & Radio, Broadcast consultant, voice over artiste, moderator/compere for conferences and events, Phil Blizzard. Phil is the voice of Wish You Were Here with Phil Blizzard which is broadcast from 2pm-5pm UAE on Saturdays, via Internet ra…
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Santa is coming to town and we all know what that means! Toys... or at least that's what the boys are thinking as the girls have mostly deserted us for this episode leaving Lydia to provide an alternative, and more intelligent perspective on this week's theme. Hosted by Hashim Riyan: @hashim_riyan With: Arjun Radeesh: @arjunrads_20 Lydia Vourlidi: …
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We are beginning the festive season on a high, sharing some of the history and culture of our home nations. This week we are inspired by the UAE National Day celebrations, and the team imparts its collective knowledge on our own national days - filling a segment of just over 20 minutes between us... Hosted by Arjun Radeesh (@arjunrads_20) With: Imn…
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We are all very excited that research into a COVID-19 vaccine is reaching the advanced stage... and that we may once again begin dreaming about summer holidays abroad. In our fourth episode of season two, the team tries to encourage each other to visit their home country. Listen for tips on visiting India, the UK, Greece - and find out where our fi…
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Although we are still limited in our ability to travel overseas, there is still a wealth of experiences to enjoy here in the UAE. In our third episode of Season 2 we discover Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah... and Ajman. Be prepared for tales of daring do at the UAE Armed Forces Club, the new Bear Grylls survival camp in RAK, and maybe partake in the spo…
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We are kicking off a second season of our industry interviews in our first Incongruent Plus episode of the new term. Here, the co-founder of Lock & Stock, Hussain Ali, chats with our Arjun and Samira sharing a number of hints and tips of how to save - and also, how to reach the top of the Lock & Stock Leaderboard. Thank you so much Hussain for shar…
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In our spookiest episode yet, the insidious Dhan guides us through dark tales of ghostly horror. We review the Haunted House at IMG's World of Adventures, take a tour of a haunted prison in Ottawa, and get stranded, alone on the top of one of highest mountains in Europe.... but who or what was it that actually happened to Dhan's Dream notebook and …
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Intro music: www.bensound.com. Listen to the poetic sounds flowing through your heart, Follow your dreams with these thoughts. Ann Boothello, an artist in the making talks about her story of poetry writing and writing in general, with detailed thoughts and answers to keep you on the edge of your seat. She also has her podcast called Poetic Flow, li…
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Saad Shehzad is a bold new voice in the region’s music scene, as well as an award-winning filmmaker. He recently released Epilogue – a three-track EP exploring some of his deep-rooted emotions in his first foray as a solo artist – right in the middle of the lockdown. In this, the first and pilot episode of That's Imnahtainment, Saad exclusively sha…
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This is Zainab Ujjaini’s pilot episode for her solo show Zee-Nation. Here Zainab talks to podcaster Chirag Desai about podcasting and its pros and challenges. Chriag gives an insight into the world of podcasting, his journey as a story-teller, and some tips for beginners. Stay tuned to bet a buzz of Zee-Nation! Intro music: www.bensound.com…
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This is the pilot for Samira Banat’s new series, The Whole T, which values authentic conversations and unique perspectives. In this episode, she is joined by co-host, Arjun Radeesh and three eco-expert guests: Adrienne Doolan of Green Touches, Iain Munro of Ryse Energy and Shana Tufail of The Alan Turing Institute, to find the answer to the questio…
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This week Arjun leads the team out onto the wicket for our final Incongruent in our first season. Thank you all for listening and joining us on our COVID, quarantine journey. We hope very much that our discussions and interviews have brought a little light into your life, and that you are inspired and filled with joy for the future. In this episode…
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In our Plus episode, where we talk with someone who knows what they are talking about... Hashim and Samira meet Nathalie Kachouh, an adjunct lecturer at Middlesex University Dubai, and the host of Sparks of Art workshops which teach people how to be more grateful, and to express their emotions through art. Tune in and learn how to add more gratitud…
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We are so very grateful to everyone who has joined us on our COVID quarantine journey, and are happy to announce that our first season is almost complete. We will publish our last episodes next week and then take a little break until the winter. Here we talk about what we are grateful for in our lives and thank the special people and things that ha…
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In this week's episode not only do Zainab and Arjun get the low down on what is happening at one of the highest peaks in the UAE, but we also have our first collaboration! Prepare to say hi to the hosts of the "Unoccupied" i.e. Aryan and Zeyad from GEMS Wellington Dubai Silicon Oasis. All four thrill seekers put their questions to Toroverde's Gener…
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This is the pilot solo episode for Arjun's new series where he interviews graduating students. Today he talks to Zahra Zakriya, we we find out more about her passions, her time spent during lockdown days, and what she really got up to during time at Middlesex University in Dubai. Intro music: www.bensound.com.…
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Is your seatbelt fastened? Are your valuables carefully stowed away... Then here we go! Our 12th episode is where we discuss our experiences on theme parks in the UAE and abroad. We discuss a wide variety of thrills available in Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain and down to Abu Dhabi. We also describe a few rides that we would like to see in Dubai! So …
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In our latest episode of Incongruent Plus, Hashim and Imnah spill the Karak with DJ Bliss. Here we talk about our weekly talk with someone who knows what they are talking about, and discover how DJ Bliss started in the music business, who his favourite collabs were, who he dreams to work with in the future, and his secret strategy for achieving his…
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In this episode Steve shows off his amazing saxophone skills and challenges the team to a virtual dance off... will he manage to successfully play the requests of Arjun, Dhan, Hashim, Zainab and Imnah? We also learn a bit about Khaleeji music, and more than we could have hoped about suits and Japanese cartoon theme tunes. And then we have our carto…
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In the 10th Episode our Incongruables discussed guilty pleasures, and the secrets of their personal happiness. And in our Plus Bonus show, where we talk about our talk with someone who knows what they are talking about, Zainab and Arjun meet a very special guest - the UAE's First Lady of Comedy - Mina Liccione! Intro music: www.bensound.com.…
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