Feb 4, 202639 min
Qualitative researchers are increasingly turning to creative methods and methodologies to expand perspectives on health, healthcare, and divergent ways of being. In this episode Sohail speaks to Kai Syng Tan and Georgia...
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The Qualitative Open Mic
Hosted by quahrc · science · EN
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The Qualitative Applied Health Research Centre dives into current applications, innovations, and conundrums for all those interested in qualitative research, academics and non-academics alike.
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What is The Qualitative Open Mic about?
The Qualitative Applied Health Research Centre dives into current applications, innovations, and conundrums for all those interested in qualitative research, academics and non-academics alike.
What has The Qualitative Open Mic covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Neurodiversity Matters: Kai Syng Tan and Georgia Thom on creative practice" (4 February 2026, 39 minutes), "Neurodiversity Matters: Alyssa Hillary Zisk on Augmentative and Alternative Communication" (22 October 2025, 32 minutes), and "Neurodiversity Matters: Daria Khanolainen on dyslexia and self-esteem" (17 September 2025, 31 minutes).
How often does The Qualitative Open Mic publish?
The Qualitative Open Mic publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 33 minutes across 47 episodes.
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Episode #10
Neurodiversity Matters: Alyssa Hillary Zisk on Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Oct 22, 202532 minAutistic people have a whole constellation of communication needs and styles, but these are not always understood or accommodated by researchers. This month, Sohail interviews Alyssa Hillary Zisk about Augmentative and...
- Sep 17, 202531 minS7
Neurodiversity and neurodivergence have been revolutionary ideas in autism research, and later in ADHD. But how do they apply to other diagnoses or experiences? This month Sohail speaks to Dr Daria Khanolainen, a...
- Aug 28, 202531 minS3
We are re-publishing Bee Damara's interview with the Qualitative Open Mic, which had been temporarily removed from our archive and was part of the Anti-racist Qualitative Health Research series. Bee speaks about...
- Aug 20, 202528 minS7
Parents get a lot of advice, and a lot of it is conflicting or inappropriate. Parenting research aims to be better than that – but is it, when neurodivergence is in the mix? This month Sohail speaks to Dr Victoria...
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Episode #5
Neurodiversity Matters: Elizabeth Hauke on neurodivergent autoethnography and inclusive education
Jul 16, 202537 minS7Autoethnographers use their personal experiences to explore wider issues, relationships, or situations. So what happens if you experience the world differently? Sohail speaks to Dr Elizabeth Hauke about autoethnography...
- May 21, 202528 minS7
Sohail interviews Dr Hannah Belcher, author of Taking off the Mask and lecturer in user-led research at King's. They cover some of the ethical complexities of the neurodiversity framework; how the specifically gendered...
- Apr 16, 202534 minS7
Has qualitative research been complacent about its ability to highlight marginalised perspectives? Sohail speaks to Dr Morénike Giwa Onaiwu about forthcoming anthology "Neurodiversity en Noir" and platforming Black...
- Mar 19, 202536 min
Why is the funding agenda for autism research so far from what the communities concerned want? There’s a long tradition of prioritising neurobiological and genetic work over qualitative, but how did it get this way...
- Feb 19, 202531 minS7
Welcome to Series 7 of the Qualitative Open Mic! This series discusses the many ways neurodivergent perspectives can improve the quality, insights and impacts of qualitative health research, and what learnings this can...
- Jan 15, 202533 min
In an academic landscape dominated by formality and jargon, Johnny Saldaña brings a refreshingly raw perspective with his ideas on 'Blue Collar Qualitative Research'. We speak to him about how to challenge the ivory...
- Dec 18, 202437 minS6
Why are there limited voices from sanctuary seekers in qualitative research about migrant health? Tesfalem Yemane and Hyab Yohannes bring a vital perspective on 'refugee-led scholarship', dissecting the challenges and...
- Nov 20, 202434 minS6
The involvement of service users in research holds transformative potential, but what happens when it becomes mere tokenism? When is it better to step away? With insights from the National Survivor User Network, we...
- Oct 23, 202456 minS6
Amidst the ongoing occupation and genocide in Palestine, how do qualitative health researchers navigate their work and find their voice? What kind of research is it possible or ethical to do under siege? This episode...
The Qualitative Open Mic
Coming soon: Health research under siege: being a qualitative researcher in Palestine
Oct 16, 20242 minS6Watch this space for the next episode in our controversies series - we're translating the transcript for this one into Arabic so we've got a slight delay and will have it out next week. Join us then for "Health research...
- Sep 18, 202435 minS6
In October 2023, then-minister Michelle Donelan accused members of UK Research and Innovation's EDI committee of holding "extremist views" based on their social media comments on Palestine. She was subsequently forced...
- Aug 21, 202433 minS6
In this episode we challenge the misconception that qualitative research is too slow and narrow to influence emergency response planning. Despite the common preference for quantitative data in crises, we spotlight the...
- Jul 18, 202429 minS6
Sohail speaks to Tiarna Lee to explore the frontier of AI's role in health research.explore the frontier of AI's role in health research. While technology offers innovative ways to approach analysis, it comes with its...
- Jun 19, 202433 minS6
In July 2023, all of the 44 editors of acclaimed Critical Public Health journal simultaneously resigned, citing concerns about Taylor and Francis' pricing system. They went on to found a new independent journal, the...
- May 15, 202433 minS5
This episode reflects on how lived experience can engender insights, support the interpretative process and enhance the trustworthiness of qualitative research. We consider the different kinds of experience that can...
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