Ripecast

RIPECast 026: Chris Aris: From College to Cannes: A Filmmaker's Odyssey

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 06:30:43 GMT

In this episode, we are joined Chris Aris, a video producer and motion graphics designer at Ryanair. Chris shares his journey from studying film at Dublin Business School to working in the corporate world, highlighting key moments that shaped his career. The conversation delves into Chris's passion for film, which sparked during a cinematic experience watching ‘Nocturnal Animals.’ Throughout his degree, he explored various aspects of film, finding inspiration in European cinema and German expressionism. Chris reflects on his practical experiences, including working on the set of the Hollywood film Wild Mountain Thyme during his final year, which provided invaluable real-world learning. His transition from college to the industry was facilitated by seizing freelance opportunities, eventually leading to a role at Ryanair. Chris also emphasises the importance of upskilling and versatility in today's job market, with Chris sharing how he learned motion graphics to meet the demands of his role. He also discusses the significance of collaboration, highlighting his partnership with fellow filmmaker Brian Brennan.

The episode concludes with insights into networking and self-promotion, emphasising the proactive approach needed to navigate the industry successfully. Through Chris's journey, listeners gain valuable insights into the evolving landscape of film and media production, showcasing the blend of creativity, technical skill, and entrepreneurial spirit required for success.

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RIPECast 025: Garrett Phelan: Functional Sculpture - From Graphic Design to Public Art

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 10:23:36 GMT

In this episode artist and sculptor Garrett Phelan shares his unconventional journey through the art world.. After finding his footing in graphic design, he later transitioned into the art industry, working at prestigious galleries like the Douglas Hyde Gallery and the Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA). Phelan’s experiences there helped him understand the business side of art, which informed his own practice. His most recent endeavours include the HIDE Project, a multifaceted public art initiative inspired by his connection to nature and his family's history in Fingal. The project includes bird-themed prints, a functional bird hide sculpture, a radio station, and a dedicated website, all aimed at fostering community engagement and highlighting local biodiversity. Additionally, Phelan's Golden Bandstand project is a striking public installation that brings art into communal spaces. Phelan's work emphasizes the importance of storytelling, respect for artistic dedication, and the balance between professional and personal creativity.

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RIPECast 024: Jack Healy: Creative Crossroads: Art, Advertising, and the Evolution of Expression

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 06:30:33 GMT

In this episode, art director and musician Jack Healy recounts his experiences balancing a career in advertising with his passion for music, reflecting on how societal attitudes towards creativity have evolved since the 90s. He emphasises the interconnectedness of his creative pursuits and the importance of staying open to new experiences and feedback. Sharing anecdotes from his diverse career, including encounters with prominent figures like Pavarotti and Daniel Lanois, he highlights the significance of embracing wonder and divergent thinking. He also discusses his transition to performing Tom Waits' music with the band Bone Machine, finding new life and inspiration in interpreting Waits' stories, and ultimately affirming the enduring power of creativity and individuality in an increasingly conformist world.

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RIPECast 023: Dr. Lee Richardson & Sarah Sharkey: From Retention to Engagement: Student Engagement and Success at Dublin Business School

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 06:30:16 GMT

In this episode we are joined by Sarah Sharkey and Dr Lee Richardson. Sarah is the Senior Learner Support and Retention Officer at Dublin Business School. Lee is the team lead for SESU, the Student Engagement and Success Unit. Sarah and Lee discuss the transformative journey of student support services in higher education. Sarah and Lee reflect on their roles' evolution since 2016. They discuss the inception of SESU mission to monitor student engagement and take proactive actions to ensure success. The conversation explores the challenges faced during the pandemic, where traditional measures like attendance became obsolete overnight. Sarah and Lee highlight the shift towards personalised support, emphasising well-being and academic assistance over punitive measures. They touch on the need for data-driven decision-making and the potential of business intelligence tools in enhancing student support. The discussion also delves into the broader scope of student engagement, from programme design to assessment strategies, advocating for learner-centered approaches. Sarah and Lee envision a future where student support services integrate seamlessly into programme development, fostering a holistic learning environment where every student's needs are met.

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RIPECast 022: Martin Churchill: A Journey of Resilience: Navigating Career Evolution

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 06:30:02 GMT

In this episode, we are joined by Martin Churchill. Martin is a Sales Manager at Dublin Business School and shares his fascinating journey through different industries and roles, highlighting the importance of resilience, adaptability, and lifelong learning. Martin's career trajectory, from studying environmental science to working in media and eventually transitioning to education, underscores the value of embracing change and seizing opportunities for growth. He emphasises the crucial role of leadership in nurturing high-performing teams, promoting transparency, and creating a supportive work culture where individuals can thrive. Throughout the conversation, Martin's story serves as a testament to the power of resilience and the significance of continuous learning in today's dynamic work environment.

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RIPECast 021: Gemma Creagh: Crafting Cinematic Tales: From Fan Fiction to Film Journalism

Thu, 30 May 2024 06:30:18 GMT

In this episode we are joined by Gemma Creagh, writer and associate editor at Film Ireland. Gemma shares her learning journey, from crafting stories in her youth to pursuing digital media in college and transitioning into retail. She recounts her pivotal decision to leave a job she disliked, leading her to focus on creative projects and secure her first opportunity in the film industry with the RTÉ and Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland Storyland scheme. Despite initial challenges and self-doubt, Gemma found her footing through collaboration and low-budget filmmaking, learning essential skills along the way. She also reflects on the importance of organisations like Women in Film and Television Ireland in advocating for gender equity and providing support for industry professionals. Gemma also discusses the evolving landscape of film journalism and her involvement in projects aimed at nurturing emerging talent, such as the Film Ireland Journalism Mentorship Programme, supported by Coimisiún na Meán. Lastly, she explores the emotional sensitivity inherent in creative pursuits, acknowledging the vulnerability and resilience required to navigate the competitive and often uncertain nature of the industry.

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RIPECast 020: Dr Paul McEvoy: From the Beat to the Classroom: Anxiety, Autism, and Education

Thu, 23 May 2024 06:30:23 GMT

In this episode, we are joined by Dublin Business School lecturer Dr. Paul McEvoy who shares his remarkable journey from a 30-year career in the Irish police force to becoming an academic. Despite starting without a passion for research, Paul experienced an epiphany that led him to pursue higher education and eventually embark on a PhD journey. Along the way, he confronted challenges such as generalised anxiety disorder and autism, which shaped his academic and personal growth. Paul's dedication to learning led him to earn multiple degrees concurrently, demonstrating his drive and determination. He also discusses the importance of empathy in teaching and the evolving landscape of education as a commodity. Ultimately, Paul's story highlights the transformative power of self-reflection and the pursuit of knowledge.

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RIPECast 019: Peter Shannon: Passion and Innovation in Digital Media Marketing - The Simply Social Story

Thu, 16 May 2024 06:30:49 GMT

In this episode, we are joined by Peter Shannon, Dublin Business School graduate and founder of Simply Social, a social-first creative agency. Peter’s story is a fascinating one of passion, innovation, and entrepreneurship as over time, Simply Social has evolved into a comprehensive agency, leveraging trends and content creation to stay ahead in the dynamic social media landscape. Overcoming obstacles with resilience and strategic planning, the agency has developed its capacity, expanding to include Simply Studios and embracing digital platforms like TikTok. With a commitment to quality content and adaptability, Simply Social has positioned itself as a leader in the digital marketing landscape.

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RIPECast 018: Dr David Williams: From Pixels to Progress: Rethinking Higher Education Through Gaming

Thu, 09 May 2024 06:30:18 GMT

In this episode we are joined by Dr. David Williams, Academic Director of the School of Computing at Dublin Business School. David begins by challenging the perception of gaming as mere child's play and then explores its profound implications for education and beyond. Drawing parallels between game mechanics and learning dynamics, he highlights the intrinsic engagement found in games and advocates for harnessing these principles to revolutionize traditional learning environments. David also envisions a future where learners can customise their educational paths, akin to allocating skill points in a game, and proposes the integration of blockchain technology to create lifelong, gamified portfolios. From adaptive learning platforms to multiplayer classroom simulations, he showcases the transformative potential of gamification in fostering innovation and citizenship, ultimately championing a shift towards learner-driven, immersive educational experiences. Join us to discover how gamification is reshaping the landscape of education and empowering learners to become architects of their own learning journeys.

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RIPECast 017: Jennifer Healy: From Sports History to Cultural Heritage: The Art of Film and Television Production

Thu, 02 May 2024 06:30:09 GMT

For this episode we are joined by film and television producer, Jennifer Healy. Jennifer has worked for Mind the Gap Films since 2008 and her most recent work includes Pass It On, the RTE series which follows the trials and tribulations of LOI Women's Premier Division players from Dublin's Shelbourne FC, Galway United and Peamount United FC. Previously, Jennifer produced Ó Bhéal, a cinematic exploration of the rise of hip hop and electronic artists in Ireland, embracing oral traditions of folklore, ancient poetry and sean-nós singing to create a new fusion sound, a culture clash through music. An ensemble piece, featuring Irish-language rappers Seán ‘Mory’ Ó Muirgheasa and Oisín Mac, producer and multi-instrumentalist Fehdah, and Limerick rapper Strange Boy.

Jennifer’s other recent production credits include:

Vincent Hanley: Sex, Lies & Videotapes about the legendary DJ and presenter, and the AIDS epidemic in Ireland in the 80s.

My Tribe – Mo Threibh; a BAI funded series for RTÉ that reveals the underground worlds of some of music’s most defining youth culture movements – Hip Hop, Indie, Dance & Metal. Series 2 won the 2022 Celtic Media Award for Best Factual Entertainment series. Series 1 aired to critical and public acclaim in 2019 and featured the worlds of Rockabillies, Mods, Skinheads and Punks.

Jennifer’s passion for storytelling shines through in her work, whether she's delving into sports history, music subcultures, or pivotal moments in Irish society and we thoroughly enjoyed her visit to the RIPEcast studio.

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RIPECast 016: Dr. Piotr Sadowski - Decoding the Language of Cinema: Exploring Semiotics

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 06:30:37 GMT

In this episode, Dublin Business School lecturer Dr Piotr Sadowski talks about his research interests which include semiotics and silent cinema. Piotr begins by considering the origins of his doctoral studies and how they came to inform his later ideas. We then move on to think about the suffering and satisfaction inherent in advanced study; the mythical origins of Shakespeare’s Hamlet; ideas of culture, narrative and storytelling; semiotics and the creation of meaning; systems theory; indexicality; early German cinema; F.W Murnau and Fritz Lang; and the artistic maturity of film as a medium. We finish our conversation with Piotr outlining his latest research project, the semiotics of acting.

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RIPECast 015: Alan Morgan - Learning by Doing: The Power of Experiential Education

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 06:30:17 GMT

Entrepreneurial specialist Alan Morgan joins us for this episode. We begin by thinking about Alan’s learning journey from industry into higher education. We then discuss a wide range of interesting topics including the challenges of part-time teaching, experiential learning, disruption and innovation, the impact of COVID19 on higher education, creating communities of practice, learning by being, the importance of imagination and play, learning from failure, developing an entrepreneurial mindset, design and systems thinking, and creating learning opportunities for people to develop their creative confidence.

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RIPECast 014: Nathan Bell and Paddy Quinn - Entrepreneurial Insights: The Story Behind the Music Room

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 06:30:02 GMT

In this episode we are joined by Nathan Bell and Paddy Quinn, two young entrepreneurs who, with the help of Dan Shakur, set up the Music Room, an online resource for young musicians and bands to have their music heard. Nathan and Paddy tell the story of how the project got started, what problems they faced and how they overcame them. They also talk about how they promoted the channel. For more details on the Music Room why not check out their links:

YouTube: @TheMusicRoomDBS

Instagram: @themusicroomdbs

Tik tok: @themusicroomdbs

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RIPECast 013: Jakob Astner - Beyond Borders: Insights from a Study Abroad Student at Dublin Business School

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 06:30:30 GMT

In this episode we are joined by Jakob Astner. Jakob is a Study Abroad student who is attending Dublin Business School for a semester. During our conversation we talk about a wide range of subjects including surnames, linguistics, studying Interactive Media and Games Business, learning paths, gaming as a guide to life, Unity and other games engines, developing games at degree level, the experience, expectations, and benefits of studying abroad, and the art of networking.

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RIPECast 012: Darragh Breathnach - Collaborative Excellence: Lessons from Dublin Business School's Institutional Review

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 07:30:07 GMT

Darragh Breathnach is the Registrar and Director of Campus Operations at Dublin Business School. In this episode, Darragh shares his experience of being heavily involved in the latest Institutional Review undertaken by the college. Darragh outlines the process involved and stresses the collaborative nature of the whole endeavour. Darragh also reflects on the outcomes of the process and the implications for DBS.

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RIPECast 011: Alana Loison - Inclusive Education: Advocacy for Universal Design and Hidden Disabilities

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 07:30:23 GMT

In this episode DBS lecturer and academic Alana Loison tells the story of her learning journey. Along the way we also talk about Schein’s career anchors, lifelong learning, career breaks, neurodivergent communities and the internet, metrics, doctoral research, Universal Design for Learning, teaching philosophies, adult education, John Dewey, experiential learning, engagement, participation, upskilling, and reimagining higher education post-pandemic. We also talk about her advocacy for The Hidden Disabilities Network and their Sunflower scheme. The Scheme allows people to ‘voluntarily share that they have a disability or condition that may not be immediately apparent’ through wearing a sunflower lanyard. For more details, visit their website here.

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RIPECast 010: Mark Power - Navigating Story Worlds: On Creativity and Conformity

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 07:30:44 GMT

In this episode marketing lecturer and online author Mark Power reads an excerpt from his latest short story ‘Sylvester Stallone’s Tanning Zone’ and tells the story of his creative writing journey. Along the way we get to meet fantastic characters like Timothy Spearmint and Gregory Snorkelfork as well as thinking about ideas of absurdity, audiences, creativity, conformity, dysfunction, dystopia, joy, judgement, play, passion, story worlds, and retribution as well as thinking about what the act of writing really means to us.

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RIPECast 009: David Rinehart - Exploring the Future of Education: The Role of GenAI Tools

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 07:30:32 GMT

In this episode we talk to David Rinehart about the Originaite Project. The project focuses on advancing the field of education by harnessing the capabilities of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools to enhance the learning experience. This project explores the transformative potential of GenAI technologies in educational practices, aiming to help students and staff learn the best practice and usage of GenAI tools. More details about the project can be found here.

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RIPECast 008: Emma Olohan - Minding Creative Minds

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 07:30:42 GMT

Marketing and Event Management expert and lecturer at Dublin Business School, Emma Olohan talks about Minding Creative Minds, a funded initiative which offers a wide range of support services to creatives in Ireland. For more details you can check out their website https://mindingcreativeminds.ie/

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RIPECast 007: John Gunning - Tactical Evolutions in Global Football

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 07:30:06 GMT

Film and media lecturer John Gunning talks about recent developments in global football tactics, particularly the ideas of Fernando Diniz and the concept of Relationism - a term coined by the coach and analyst, Jamie Hamilton.

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RIPECast 006: Andrew Conlan-Trant - Leadership in Education: Lifelong Learning, Governance, Cultural Evolution, Purpose, and Persistence

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 07:30:22 GMT

The President of Dublin Business School, Andrew Conlan-Trant, joins us for this episode and offers his thoughts on a wide range of topics including flexibility and lifelong learning; institutional governance and stability; the capacity to take change; and the evolution of an organisation’s culture. Andrew also reflects on the changes that Dublin Business School has undergone in the last ten years; the college’s ambitions for its graduates; the nature and practicalities of purpose and also considers what it really means to persist.

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RIPECast 005: Dr John Hyland - Navigating Behavioural Sciences

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 10:30:43 GMT

Dr. John Hyland is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Human and Social Sciences at DBS, and a chartered psychologist with the British Psychological Society. His research centres mainly on three core areas; behaviour change and decision-making; health-related quality of life and well-being; and child and adolescent school victimisation. He is currently working with international and national colleagues on research such as factors which influence third-level teaching teachers understanding and use of contingency management in education; hostility, rage, and shame quitting in gaming; and homophobic attitudes in music and lyrics. Dr. Hyland is a current member and former chair of the DBS research ethics committee, and a member of both the DBS applied research and practice committee, and the DBS academic board.

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RIPECast 004: Dr Kelly Hunnings - The Chaotic Domestic: Examining Nation, Class, and Gender in Labouring-Class Women's Writing

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 10:30:11 GMT

Lecturer and programme level manager, Dr. Kelly Hunnings talks about her PhD project, "The Chaotic Domestic: Tracing Affect in Representations of Nation, Class, and Gender in Eighteenth-Century Laboring-Class Women's Writing" closely examines what she terms the “chaotic domestic” in the writing of a collection of poets who have been historically overlooked: Mary Barber, Mary Collier, Mary Leapor, Ann Yearsley, and Janet Little.

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RIPECast 003: Chris Brennan - The Art and Business of Writing for Screen

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 10:30:17 GMT

Filmmaker, scriptwriter and professional marketeer Chris Brennan, a DBS graduate, talks about his career post-graduation. Chris also discusses his latest innovation in content creation, Writing Chops, a creative writing brand dedicated to teaching the art and business of creative writing. You can also find out much more about Chris and his work: http://www.itschrisbrennan.com

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RIPECast 002: Conor Murphy - From Print to Preservation: the Film Ireland Archival Project

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 13:01:01 GMT

Film producer and academic Conor Murphy talks about the Irish film journal Film Ireland and his plans for developing an archival project based on a collection of every paper copy ever published.

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RIPECast 001: Dr. Andrew Browne and Louise Cooke-Escapil - From Idea to Impact: Nurturing Research, Innovation, Practice and Enterprise at Dublin Business School

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 12:15:33 GMT

Research Coordinator Dr Andrew Browne and DBS Research Librarian Louise Cooke-Escapil talk about the importance of research, innovation, practice and enterprise at Dublin Business School.

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