In this episode, hosts Dr Lauren Siegel and Dr Ryan Yung are joined by Dr Shahper Richter, a senior lecturer in marketing at the University of Auckland, New Zealand. They discuss the integration of AI tools in education, focusing on the use of chatbots named Jack and John. These digital tutors assist students with their learning by providing personalized support and answering queries in real-time. Dr Richter shares insights on how different student demographics interact with these AI tools and emphasises the importance of teaching students to use AI ethically and critically. The conversation also covers the impact of AI on educational practices and the role of educators in this evolving landscape. The episode offers valuable perspectives on navigating AI's challenges and opportunities in higher education.

01:29 Exploring Digital Avatars in Education

04:30 Chatbots and Personalised Learning

06:36 Challenges and Ethical Considerations

10:23 Integrating AI in Assessments

18:24 The Role of Educators in the AI Era

21:22 Critical Thinking and AI

24:56 Prompt Engineering and Best Practices

In this episode, hosts Dr. Lauren Siegel and Dr. Rami Shamsi welcome Dr. Octavio Murekian to discuss his fascinating research on inconspicuous or low-key consumption. Dr. Murekian explains the concept's origins and its evolution from conspicuous consumption, particularly in the context of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Driven by security concerns, upper middle-class Argentines adopt subtle luxury to avoid being targeted by criminals while still signaling their status. The discussion extends to how rising crime rates globally, including in London, might influence consumer behavior towards more inconspicuous consumption. Dr. Murekian also hints at future research directions, including exploring the psychological impacts of security products marketed as calm-inducing.

00:23 Welcome to the Podcast

00:35 Introducing Dr. Octavio Murekian

00:57 Understanding Inconspicuous Consumption

01:14 Historical Context and Evolution

03:36 Motivation Behind the Research

03:50 Fieldwork Insights from Argentina

04:56 Security Concerns and Consumption

07:57 Personal Experiences and Observations

09:13 Global Perspectives on Security and Consumption

11:00 Broader Implications and Market Response

20:39 Future Research Directions

21:43 Closing Remarks and Acknowledgements

In this episode, Dr. Lauren Siegel and Dr. Rami Shamseen invite Dr. Shreyashi Chakraborty to discuss her research on gender inequality in the Indian software industry. Dr. Chakraborty shares personal experiences and systemic issues leading to gender bias, including societal patriarchy, lack of anti-discrimination laws, and underrepresentation of women in senior management. The discussion also highlights shocking recent events, such as the tragic case of a female doctor in Calcutta, and the challenges faced by women in both formal and informal sectors. Dr. Chakraborty further explains her ongoing research initiatives targeting investor reactions to female representation in top management and the conditions of women in India's informal economy.

If you are interested in Dr. Chakraborty's work, please check her recent publications:

• Rationales of gender diversity management policies and practices in India: An exploratory empirical study in the Indian IT/ITeS Industry⁠https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/edi-04-2019-0124/full/html⁠
• How do markets react to women leader: An IPO Investigation⁠https://www.worldscientific.com/doi/abs/10.1142/13473#page=416⁠
• Safe and suitable yet unequal for women: understanding the inequalities in the hiring process in the Indian Software industry⁠https://www.e-elgar.com/shop/gbp/research-handbook-on-inequalities-and-work-9781800886599.html?srsltid=AfmBOoqEwmMKYMFS5DrDMDr7aM73OlwnwjamQjJkxJiX-HRxMAMS2WbJ⁠

00:38 Welcome to the Podcast

01:14 Guest Introduction and Research Background

03:28 Current Gender Inequality in Indian Software Industry

07:25 Shocking Incident in Calcutta

10:35 Challenges in Speaking Up

14:20 Recruitment and Selection Inequalities

20:13 Field Work Insights

21:44 Importance of Equal Representation

25:22 Diversity Management in India vs. Developed Economies

27:34 Ongoing Research and Future Directions

35:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts