Today I'm at Writing and Researching Differently through Fictocriticism, a @methodsnorthwest.bsky.social Thursday Lunchtime Seminar. @markgatto.bsky.social is giving us a great introduction to the history of #fictocriticism and current attitudes to fatherhood in the workplace.

Out Now, in Time for Xmas: Tintin and the Stolen Pay @ucu.org.uk @northumbriauni.bsky.social @ucunorthumbria.bsky.social

Join me next week to discover #Fictocriticism as a way to write differently in academia.

methods@manchester@methodsmcr.bsky.social · 11mo ago

It's exactly 🚨 1 WEEK 🚨 until our online seminar with @markgatto.bsky.social Join us next Thursday for Fictocriticism - a different way to research, explore and write. Mark will be talking about his work on masculinity, gender, work and care. Don't miss out - sign up now on the link below!

The Daily Telegraph is being bought by the Daily Mail. With columnists who write this kind of incel style bilge about someone they disagree with on immigration think it’s unnecessary tbh …

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Hey, @durham.ac.uk #DUBS colleagues, let’s show @aomconnect.bsky.social that UK Business School staff are different! @ucu.org.uk is balloting right now for the #WeAreTheUniversity campaign. Join us! @ducu.bsky.social (Psst, @unitetheunion.bsky.social & @unison.org.uk are balloting at DU, too! 😉)

Ronald Hartz@ronaldhartz.bsky.social · 11mo ago

"Typical U.S. business faculty members do not hold an identity that allows them to see the challenges facing higher education as their challenges. Moreover, business faculty have tended to be architects and proponents of the managerialism we claim to reject." journals.aom.org/doi/abs/10.5...

Votes at 16 — a long-time Green Party policy — looks set to happen by the next general election. A new report shows young people are informed, engaged and ready. It’s time to trust them with the vote. #VotesAt16 #Democracy

What does One Battle After Another say about fatherhood? Dr Mark Gatto breaks it down. theconversation.com/one-battle-a... @markgatto.bsky.social

One Battle After Another: Sean Penn, Leonardo DiCaprio and Benicio Del Toro explore three visions of fatherhood

Leonardo DiCaprio plays Bob Ferguson, a relatable, ‘good enough’ and involved father.

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I was drawn to three versions of #fatherhood in #onebatterafteranother. #absent fatherhood #involved fatherhood #community fatherhood I am exploring involved and community fatherhood in my current research. Thanks for sharing, @annalouwalker.bsky.social

Anna Lou Walker@annalouwalker.bsky.social · last yr.

What does One Battle After Another say about fatherhood? Dr Mark Gatto breaks it down. theconversation.com/one-battle-a... @markgatto.bsky.social

🌳 Dame Judi Dench is calling for the return of ancient woodlands. Will you sign the petition to help restore the Ghost Woods and protect our green spaces for future generations? you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/br...

Bring back the ancient woodlands smothered beneath your timber plantations

Ancient woodlands are vanishing – and with them, some of our most loved and endangered wildlife. Forestry England manages over 100,000 acres of land that used to be ancient woodland - that’s bigger th...

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Come on #SouthAfrica! Loving this run chase against the Aussies!

Anyone else trying to resist the lure of cricket commentary on #TMS? The first test of the summer and the promise of a real contest is becoming increasingly difficult to balance with my need to do more marking...

I grew up in North Yorkshire as a Middlesbrough fan amongst a lot of snug, gloating, glory supporting Manchester United fans. I have really enjoyed this season.

Are you a mother of multiples (e.g. twins, triplets...)? Are you willing to share your story of becoming a mum while at work? If so, please get in touch! See details in thread.

Prof Valerie Egdell@valerieegdell.bsky.social · last yr.

Participation involves taking part in a 1-hour interview and a pre-interview activity which could take 15-30 minutes. The study is being undertaken by @valerieegdell.bsky.social @markgatto.bsky.social & Rachael Thompson from Newcastle Business School at @northumbriauni.bsky.social

Loving @bbc6music.bsky.social #cloudbusting this morning with Dr Dre and Snoop Dogg, 'Still D.R.E', taking me back to the 18 year old me. Energising after a patchy night's sleep.

Participation involves taking part in a 1-hour interview and a pre-interview activity which could take 15-30 minutes. The study is being undertaken by @valerieegdell.bsky.social @markgatto.bsky.social & Rachael Thompson from Newcastle Business School at @northumbriauni.bsky.social

Anyone who doubts that politicians can be inspirational should tune in to #Cory Booker in the US Senate as he enters his 25th hour on the floor in a continuous speech. He is embodying resistance to tyranny and holding the constitution in his heart. www.theguardian.com/us-news/live...

Cory Booker has criticized Trump on Senate floor for more than 24 hours, nearing record – live

Democratic senator slams Trump administration’s various policies and is close to the all-time US record held by Strom Thurmond (24 hours and 18 minutes)

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Just finished 'And when did you last see your father' by Blake Morrison. It's a powerful evocation of love, antagonism & grief in the relationship between a father & son. As a scholar of dads at work, it helped me reflect on the role our dads play in shaping our work identities. #masculinities

For some reason, I find myself drawn to this documentary again. Parallels are more shocking in the current context than on my previous viewing... Rise of the Nazis, Origins: 1. Politics: www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m00084tb via @bbciplayer

Rise of the Nazis - Origins: 1. Politics

Delving into the corridors of power where Germany’s top political mastermind sees an opportunity to use the popularity of the Nazis for his own ends.

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Huge respect to this Bishop. It takes guts to call out fascism to a fascist in the midst of their ascendancy. youtube.com/watch?v=5ESh...

This is a powerful dystopian fiction that is becoming dystopian reality with each passing day.

The Lincoln Project@lincolnproject.us · 2y ago

We told you.

The response that Musk was simply gesturing 'I want to give my heart to you' is an #Orwellian example of Double Think. We can see the reality with our eyes. This is reinforced by our memory of learning history in school and seeing the universal fascist salute, most associated with Adolf Hitler.

Mark Gatto@markgatto.bsky.social · 2y ago

In case anyone was in any doubt, this is what totalitarian #dystopia feels like. Sadly, this is just the beginning. The left needs to work together and drop all factionalism for the coming storm.

Severance pay for 2024 in £ millions normalised to university size for the RussellGroup Big staff exits at Nottingham, Exeter & Newcastle Universities Staff who remain must work more Worst is yet to come with further staff cuts & likely bankruptcies in 2025

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In case anyone was in any doubt, this is what totalitarian #dystopia feels like. Sadly, this is just the beginning. The left needs to work together and drop all factionalism for the coming storm.

The Lincoln Project@lincolnproject.us · 2y ago

Trump's right hand man (literally) just casually giving the Nazi salute... twice.

Hegemonic #masculinity is back with a bang in 2025. Domination, violence and bigotry is not the answer to the crises of modern life. Now, more than ever, we need male role models with integrity, humility and a positive vision for young people to challenge this rhetoric. youtu.be/dtfJ0ZQQML0?...

Andrew Tate Starts Political Party

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Rather enjoyed the comedy timing of this public denouncement of Farage by Musk immediately after Farage went out to bat for Musk this morning. 2025 promises to be a cesspit of dignity and ethical leadership in public life. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Elon Musk calls for Nigel Farage to be replaced as Reform UK leader

Nigel Farage claims Musk's call is due to a disagreement support for far-right activist Tommy Robinson.

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Utopianism is increasingly a philosophy I align with. Especially real world prefigurative action. This is how I organise UK PACT with Dr Ana Lopes. Loved this episode with @nanoutopia.bsky.social open.spotify.com/episode/0eGh...

Episode 4: Heather McKnight, Utopia and Activism

Utopian and Dystopian Fictions · Episode

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If you don’t have a library card go get one. Even if you don’t plan on using it right away, go get one. Keep our libraries alive.

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