Research Recast(ed)

Research Recast(ed)

Join hosts Kelsie Johntson and John Jonson as they explore the scholarly and creative activities happening at MacEwan University with a focus on how faculty influence and/or incorporate students, teaching and the larger community into their projects. Each episode, Kelsie and John are joined by a MacEwan faculty member to dive into their scholarly projects and bring them to life. Covering topics from theatre, community-based research and advocacy to mental health, neuroscience, and everything in between. Created in collaboration with MacEwan’s Office of Research Services and Faculty of Fine Arts and Communications, with support from Sheena Rossiter, expert consultant, Faculty of Fine Arts and Communications. Funding for the podcast is partially provided by the Government of Canada through the Research Support Fund.

Episodes

January 22, 2026 27 mins
On today’s episode, we are joined by Dr. Arka Mukherjee, an assistant professor in the Department of Decision Sciences at MacEwan University. We’ll discuss corporate social responsibility, the research that goes into product recalls, and how Dr. Arka is using Game Theory to combat greenwashing in the business sector.
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On today’s episode, we are joined by Dr. Mohammed Elmorsy, an associate professor in the Department of Computer Science at MacEwan University. We’ll discuss artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, biochemistry, and how these fields come together to help people make better decisions for their health and the environment.
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On today’s episode, we are joined by Mona Haimour, an assistant professor in the Department of Integrative Nursing Systems in the Faculty of Nursing at MacEwan University. We’ll discuss looking at the climate crisis through a health-focused lens, the role documentary films play in her research, and the work she has done to change curricula in the nursing department to prepare students for life after graduation.
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On today’s episode, we are joined by Dr. Baiju Vareed, an associate professor in the department of social work at MacEwan University. We’ll discuss the important role social work plays in immigration, the difference between agricultural and industrial cultures, and the privilege of time
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On today’s episode we are joined by Dr. Benjamin Bourrie, an assistant professor in the department of biological sciences at MacEwan University. We’ll discuss all things fermentation: the role it plays in food, the potential health benefits, and the process of spontaneous fermentation in beer.
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On today’s episode, we are joined by Soni Dasmohapatra, an assistant professor in the department of arts and cultural management at MacEwan University. We’ll discuss the importance of community connection, the vital role that the arts play in our world, and the history of the Asian diaspora in Edmonton.
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On today’s episode we are joined by Dr. Miranda Giacomin, an associate professor in the psychology department at MacEwan University. We’ll discuss narcissists personality traits, the difference between male and female leaders, and why first impressions matter so much. 
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On today’s episode, we are joined by Teddy Carter, an assistant professor of Indigenous knowledge and strategy and internal business within MacEwan University's School of Business. We’ll discuss the concept of self-location, the revitalization of cultural traditions, and how Teddy is working to incorporate land-based learning into the business world.

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On today’s episode, we are joined by Deric Olsen, the dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts and Communications at MacEwan University. We’ll discuss what's currently happening within the faculty, what we can expect to see in the future, and how Deric, within his role as dean, plans to help and support faculty and students alike reach their full potential.

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In today’s episode Heather Fitzsimmons Frey and Madison Francoeur sat down with Brooklyn Leschyshyn to discuss their work on their project “Young People are the Future: Youth Engagement in Living History Museums.” They talk about Fort Edmonton Park, the Ukrainian Culture Centre, and the Calgary Heritage Park, and how the experiences of young people at these places are helping to shift which narratives are being shared when it comes...
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In today’s episode, Dr. Joshua Toth delves into the world of metafiction and autofiction in both movies and literature in the postmodern world. He explains how the plastic nature of language allows it to be indefinitely shaped and altered. He will also talk about how he is using his Board of Governors Research Chair, and the time away from teaching it grants him, to further his research at MacEwan University.
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In today’s episode Dr. Melissa Hills walks us through how she’s using her Chancellor’s Research Chair in order to break down the barriers that students face not only in the biology lab, science labs in general. Through partnerships with students, particularly those with differing disabilities, Dr. Hills is looking to change the way we look at learning in complex and stressful lab environments and create new and inclusive curriculu...
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In today’s episode, we are joined by three student researchers here at MacEwan: Jared Kostiuk on fostering a more inclusive academic environment for sexual and gender minorities,Simon Gordon on his upcoming application for the agriculture sector, and Briana McWhirter on her passion for telling stories through data.
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In today’s episode, Dr. Trevor Hamilton gives insight into why zebrafish are used to conduct medical research as he explains his own research with testing memory and addiction in the species. We also talk about his Chancellor’s Research Chair Appointment, as well as his Dr. Sherrill Brown Distinguished Research Award, and how both distinctions have shaped his work. Also, stay tuned for a very special show and tell! 
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In today’s episode, Dr. Farzan Baradaran Rahimi talks all things digital as he explains how technology is helping preserve cultural heritage through his work in immersive learning. From VR to AR to smart glasses, Dr. Baradaran Rahimi explains how these technologies can help facilitate learning in multiple different contexts, and how his Tier II Canada Research Chair in Immersive Learning is helping to further his research by allowi...
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In today’s episode, we are joined by three student researchers here at MacEwan: Kiara Ukrainetz on immersive learning in the anatomy classroom, Britni Gorman on risk factors for Indigenous offenders, and Max Quilliam on transgender people’s relationship to clothing.
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In today’s episode, Dr. Leanne Hedberg talks about Community Based Research, and how her Tier II Canada Research Chair appointment, as well as MacEwan University, has helped shape her research. We’ll dive into the specifics of what exactly Inclusive Entrepreneurship is, and how Dr. Hedberg is working towards making Edmonton a lighthouse for the rest of the world when it comes to making entrepreneurial ecosystems more inclusive.
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In today’s episode, Dr. Joshua Miller shows us how genetics can play a large role in conservation techniques for many different species of animals. From Big Horned Sheep to Arctic Grayling, Dr. Miller’s research expands on the idea of nature versus nurture, as he explains how environmental factors could potentially have a large impact on certain genes. We’ll also discuss how conservation isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach, and how ...
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In today’s episode, Dr. Tiffany Kriz explores interpersonal listening and how exactly we can become better listeners. She walks us through her journey from psychology and organizational behaviour to her current research on listening for palliative care volunteers. Through her personal anecdotes and science backed research, we’ll discover just how important listening is and also be reminded of just how significant silence can be.
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In today’s episode, Dr. Fiona Edwards-Akunesiobike deep dives into the harsh realities Black Canadian youth face when it comes to their mental health. With a focus on the Afro-Caribbean communities in Southern urban Ontario areas, Dr. Edwards-Akunesiobike takes us through the challenges and ways that many of these youths access mental health care. Throughout, she emphasizes the need for validation, and how this population needs new...

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