The Academic Adventures Podcast
This podcast is all about the journey from teaching, research and innovation to real-world solutions. In season 1 we heard from people who embraced the opportunity to combine their academic work with entrepreneurial ventures. In season 2 we are joined by experienced founders who work alongside university staff and students to help create and support a culture of enterprise on campus.
Podcasting since 2024 • 14 episodes
The Academic Adventures Podcast
Latest Episodes
“If the barriers aren’t broken down, we’re missing out on a lot of talent and potential.” with Diana Gormley
Diana Gormley is the Founder of business consulting firm Danu Solutions Ltd, as well as being an Entrepreneur in Residence at Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen.Diana explains why she wants to break down barriers and get more people in...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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26:27
“I’m able to identify pitfalls and bottlenecks.” with Christopher Leburn
Christopher Leburn is the Technology Exploitation Director for the Photonics & Quantum Accelerator (PQA) programme based at the University of Strathclyde, but working across Scotland’s central belt. He focuses on supporting and mentoring ac...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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31:15
“I was often the only woman in the room, and I wanted to do something about that” with Gillian Fleming
Gillian Fleming is Co-Founder and Managing Director of women-led angel investment network Mint Ventures. She is also an Entrepreneur in Residence at the University of Stirling.Gillian shares the rewards and challenges of being an Entrepr...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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28:34
“You always have to be looking for different ways of making it happen” with Emily Doolittle
Emily Doolittle is a lecturer and research fellow at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland in Glasgow. She is also an independent composer, working on commissions and personal projects alongside her academic work.Emily shares how she comb...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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29:33
‘If you’re not feeling insecure, you’re not learning’ with Dr Kavi Jagadamma
Kavi Jagadamma is a senior lecturer in physiotherapy at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh. He is also one of four directors at Health Design Collective, a social enterprise which co-creates shoes for people with long-term health conditions.<...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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26:40