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Culture and Communication Research Centre Podcasts

Welcome to the Culture and Communication Research Centre's podcast series, where we delve into the dynamic realm of culture and communication. At CULCORC, we are dedicated to exploring the intricate web of meaning-making processes inherent in communicative practices.

Join us on this intellectual journey as we navigate the multifaceted landscape of power dynamics, unravel the complexities of conflicts, and illuminate the intersections between communication, technology, and the tangible world. Here, we aim to unravel the nuances of embodied practices and the often-overlooked realities that shape our interactions.

Through insightful discussions, thought-provoking interviews, and deep dives into pivotal topics, we aim to provoke critical thinking and foster a deeper understanding of the profound role that culture and communication play in our lives. Get ready to explore the rich tapestry of human interaction, the interplay of ideas, and the ever-evolving nature of communication.

Receptions on Wolf Talks

A podcast focusing on the media and arts research project and exhibition, Wolf Talks, and the response it created.

The reception participants who took part in its study shared both similar and different experiences on voice and power, and the exhibition sites: the bookstore, the hairdresser, the optician, the library, the archive, the bakery, the union office, the theatre, the contractor, and the university department were eager to take part. The podcast is created as an audio essay to give voice to yet more participants.

Wolf Talks in Sweden is a media and arts research project and exhibition that took place in the city center of Uppsala in October and November 2022. It was created as part of Work package 5 (WP5) on "(Un)silencing Nature", a research program conducted by the Institute of Communication Studies and Journalism (ICSJ) at Charles University, as partners in the MISTRA Environmental Communication (MISTRA-EC) Research Programme 2019-2023.

Are media platforms making or breaking European identity?

Episode 1

The three episodes of this podcast unravel the findings of the EUMEPLAT research project, which studies the platformisation of Europe. The podcast takes you to Türkiye, Portugal, the Czech Republic, and Poland. In various locations, from media archaeology labs to art house cinemas, we discuss how Europe is constructed.

This first episode delves into the EUMEPLAT research project itself, exploring its findings and the unique experiences encountered along the way, with Klára Odstrčilová, Nico Carpentier, Vaia Doudaki and Andrea Miconi.

The first stop on this intellectual exploration takes us to Ankara, the capital of Türkiye. At Bilkent University, the podcast starts with a conversation with the EUMEPLAT coordinator, unraveling the intricacies of the EUMEPLAT research project and offering insights into the challenges and rewards of collaborative work within a large consortium of research partners. Embarking on a symbolic journey to Anıtkabir, Atatürk's Mausoleum, the podcast then discusses the position of Türkiye, and its complicated relationship with Europe, as constitutive inside/outside.

Join us as we navigate this intellectual landscape, seeking to understand the role of media platforms in co-shaping European identity.

For more information about CULCORC's work on the EUMEPLAT research, you can also visit eumeplat.fsv.cuni.cz

Are media platforms making or breaking European identity?

Episode 2

The three episodes of this podcast unravel the findings of the EUMEPLAT research project, which studies the platformization of Europe. The podcast takes you to Türkiye, Portugal, the Czech Republic, and Poland. In various locations, from media archaeology labs to art house cinemas, we discuss how Europe is constructed.

In the second episode, we dive into the historic Cafe Slavia, one of Prague's oldest literary cafes, dating back to 1881. Unraveling the dichotomy between elites and ordinary people, our research delves into the complexities of populism, dissecting how it influences the construction of Europe's vision. Venturing into social media, the podcast unveils the complexities of giving voice to ordinary people. Shifting focus, the podcast extends to the contested narratives surrounding Europe and the intricate relationship between social media, populism, and the portrayal of Europe. Transitioning to Prague's central train station, the podcast tackles migration and gender in Europe as interconnected facets of identity. The podcast paints a vivid picture of Europe as a dynamic and contested space, shaped by evolving discourses on culture, communication, populism, and migration.

For more information about CULCORC's work on the EUMEPLAT research, you can also visit eumeplat.fsv.cuni.cz

Are media platforms making or breaking European identity?

Episode 3

The three episodes of this podcast unravel the findings of the EUMEPLAT research project, which studies the platformization of Europe. The podcast takes you to Türkiye, Portugal, the Czech Republic, and Poland. In various locations, from media archaeology labs to art house cinemas, we discuss how Europe is constructed.

In the third episode, from the cinemas in Prague and Krakow, we discuss the audio-visual production and availability on global video-on-demand (VOD) platforms. The American influence and the fight against cultural Americanisation. In the futuristic MAAT Museum in Lisbon, we reflect upon the future and what it is like for media scholars to look into future studies. From the future, we turn back to the past on the European foundation. At the Aljube Museum, we talk about the foundation that allowed us to live in the Europe as we know it now and to collaborate on such research projects as EUMEPLAT.

For more information about CULCORC's work on the EUMEPLAT research, you can also visit eumeplat.fsv.cuni.cz