…Explained!
...Explained!
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Ever wondered what's going on behind the scenes of the latest technology, the next big thing, today's news or tomorrow's trends? We asked our academic experts to break down what's happening in the world and their industry, and dig into the topics that fascinate them. In-depth. In detail. In glorious stereo.
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The podcast covers a wide range of topics including technology trends, social justice in STEM, the evolution of journalism in the age of social media, gaming culture, and health psychology. Episodes like 'Are the Oscars trying too hard?' and 'New year, new you - why your health and fitness resolutions are doomed' dive deep into the cultural relevance of events while providing actionable insights on personal development.
Ever wondered what’s going on behind the scenes of the latest technology, the next big thing, today’s news or tomorrow’s trends? We asked our academic experts to break down what’s happening in the world and their industry, and dig into the topics that fascinate them. In-depth. In detail. In glorious stereo.
By 2032, the live events industry – music festivals, sports, concerts and gigs – is estimated to reach a value of $1.2trillion. But while those of us in the audience just see a slick, well-polished show, there’s a vast amount of work going on just out of sight, and huge numbers of people working with the latest technology bring it to life.
While Covid-19 saw an exodus among highly skilled professionals, the industry is now on the up. So, what are the skills needed to deliver the best experience, both to the live audience and to watchers at home – and how can we make sure the industry has the people it needs?
For this final episode of …explained! series one, Robyn’s talking to Solent’s Deputy Head of Film and Media, Lee Davison, about the appeal of live events in the digital streaming age, the work that goes on behind the scenes, and the technology that’s helping bring events to life in new and exciting ways.
Interested to learn more about working in live events? Check out our live events tech degree, or our wider range of media courses
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