In Episode 8, we’re in conversation with Adisa Akintola about his PhD research examining how the colour black is used to describe people of African Caribbean descent and how they feel about that. He explains why he thinks the use of the word black to describe people is archaic and nonsensical and how ultimately he hopes to put a stop to it. He advises those considering undertaking a PhD to do something they are passionate about and to choose their supervisor carefully.  

Find out more about Adisa on LinkedIn 

Read a full transcript of Adisa's episode

Credits 

Presenter: Catherine McDonald, Research Podcasts 

Guest: Adisa Akintola 

Producer/Editor: Chris Garrington, Research Podcasts 

Artwork: Krissie Brighty-Glover, Research Podcasts 

Audiograms: Lauren White, Research Podcasts 

Production support: Eleanor Larsson, Brunel University Graduate School  

Music: yourtunes 

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