Intersect UCPH

About Intersect UCPH

Based at the University of Copenhagen, Intersect is a unique research hub fostering interdisciplinary dialogue across arts, humanities, social sciences, design, and natural science fields.

Publisher

Københavns Universitet

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

21 Nov 2024

Latest episode

30 Sept 2025

Latest episodes

7 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   30 Sept 2025

   E07 - Intersectionality—a vital analytical framework on how overlapping social geograhies co-produce experiences of marginalisation and privilege with Prof. Ulrike Gerhard

   Professor Ulrike Gerhard discusses how overlapping social identities shape urban life and contribute to urban inequalities, highlighting the importance of listening to marginalized voices in this interview with Nehar.

2. 

   16 Aug 2025

   E06: Human-Centered Technologies for a Better Life with Prof. Katarzyna Wac

   Host Nehar Mortuza interviews Professor Katarzyna Wac on human-centered technologies, exploring how data and wearables improve quality of life while addressing inclusivity and ethical data use.

3. 

   7 Feb 2025

   E05: Bridging Gaps: The Role of Intersectionality in Urban Planning and Data

   In this episode of the Intersect podcast, host Nehar welcomes Juliette Davret (https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliettedavret/overlay/about-this-profile/), a French geographer currently pursuing her postdoctoral research in Dublin and an Intersect Fellow at the University of Copenhagen. Juliette shares her academic journey, highlighting her PhD work at the University of Nantes, where she focused on the use of data, maps, and information in spatial planning. She discusses her interest in the power relations inherent in data and how her research engages with various stakeholders, including state, private, and civic societies. The episode delves into the complexities of intersectionality and its relevance in understanding overlapping social identities and systems of oppression. Tune in to discover Juliette's insights and the significant impact of her research on society. Shownotes & Timestamps: 00:01:07 - Guest Introduction: Juliette D'Auvray Juliette's current role as an Intersect Fellow at the University of Copenhagen. 00:01:39 - Juliette's Career Journey Her PhD research on data, maps, and information in spatial planning. 00:02:10 - Postdoc at Maynooth University Juliette's move to Dublin for a postdoc at Maynooth University. 00:02:31 - Importance of Planning and Property Data The significance of planning and property data in understanding and managing cities. 00:03:03 - Data Production and Management The involvement of state, private companies, and civic society in data production. 00:04:03 - Challenges in Accessing Data Difficulties in accessing data, especially from private companies. 00:05:06 - Collaborations and Data Analysis Juliette's work with private companies to aggregate and improve data quality. 00:05:58 - Integrating Intersectionality in Research The use of traditional social science methods combined with art practices. 00:07:01 - Artistic Methods in Data Stories Project The benefits of artistic methods in engaging stakeholders and generating insights. 00:09:13 - Challenges in Promoting Intersectionality The importance of bespoke approaches to stakeholder engagement. 00:10:45 - Impact of Interdisciplinary Collaboration The positive impact of bringing together different groups and perspectives. 00:11:15 - Learning from the Fellowship The value of discussions and conferences in advancing research creation. 00:12:28 - Opportunities and Challenges in Intersectionality The opportunities presented by combining art-based methods with social science. 00:14:46 - Actions to Address Intersectionality Challenges The importance of engaging with the general public and local communities. About Our Guest: Juliette Davret (https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliettedavret/overlay/about-this-profile/) is a French geographer currently pursuing her postdoctoral research at Maynooth University in Dublin, Ireland. She completed her PhD at the University of Nantes, focusing on the power relations in data and information used in spatial planning. Juliette is involved in the Data Stories project, which examines evidence-based planning and property activity in Ireland, particularly in the context of the ongoing housing crisis in Dublin. Her work emphasizes the importance of understanding data production and management, as well as the gaps in datasets that inform government policy. Subscribe & Connect: Be part of the conversation!📢 Follow us: www.intersect.ku.dk (http://www.intersect.ku.dk) 📩 Contact: intersect@ku.dk

4. 

   10 Jan 2025

   E04: Empowering Through Intersectionality: Insights on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from Ana Lucia Fonseca Tapia.

   In this episode of the Intersect podcast, Nehar & Analu, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Oregon State University and founder of Belonging At. Analu shares her journey from growing up in Mexico to becoming a social psychologist and advocate for diversity. She discusses intersectionality and its role in understanding oppression and opportunity. Analu highlights her research on Latina entrepreneurs, focusing on how they use cultural wealth and community values to succeed. The episode explores the power of relational and spiritual knowledge in entrepreneurship and the critical role of belonging in mental health and empowerment. Shownotes & Timestamps: [00:02:09] The Power of Entrepreneurship in CommunitiesAnalu shares how her family's entrepreneurial spirit in Mexico inspired her to understand the impact of entrepreneurship on vibrant communities and economic empowerment. [00:05:12] Intersectionality and Its ImportanceShe explains intersectionality, a concept introduced by Dr. Kimberly Crenshaw, and how it helps understand the multiple layers of oppression and opportunity based on different aspects of identity. [00:10:57] Relational and Spiritual Knowledge in EntrepreneurshipAnalu highlights how Latina entrepreneurs use relational and spiritual knowledge to navigate different worlds and create successful businesses despite challenges. [00:11:48] Turning Oppression into EmpowermentThe discussion shifts to how Latina entrepreneurs transform oppression into empowerment by leveraging cultural wealth and community values. [00:14:26] Access to Wealth and Economic Independence Analu talks about the importance of women accessing wealth for freedom and empowerment, and how economic independence can help overcome historical disadvantages. [00:23:00] The Role of Belonging in Mental Health and EmpowermentShe emphasizes the importance of belonging for mental health and empowerment, comparing it to nutrition for the body. [00:24:50] Inclusive Innovation and Diversity of ThoughtThe conversation touches on the power of authenticity and diversity of thought in fostering inclusive innovation and creating solutions that benefit diverse communities. Analu is the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Oregon State University's Division of Extension and Engagement. She is also a member of the Board of Directors at Oregon State Credit Union and the founder of Belonging At. Analu's work focuses on revolutionizing how organizations approach diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a particular emphasis on intersectionality. Her research and advocacy are deeply rooted in her personal experiences and her passion for empowering marginalized communities through entrepreneurship and cultural wealth. Be part of the conversation!📢 Follow us: www.intersect.ku.dk (http://www.intersect.ku.dk) 📩 Contact: intersect@ku.dk

5. 

   6 Dec 2024

   E03- Exploring Intersectionality in Architectural History with Henriette Steiner

   Episode Summary: In this episode, Henriette, an expert in the history and philosophy of architecture, diving into the fascinating intersection of architecture, history, and intersectionality. Henriette shares insights from her extensive research on women in architecture, how moving through various academic environments shaped her understanding of diversity, and the challenges of integrating intersectionality into her field. Shownotes & Timestamps: [00:01:27] – Henriette’s Career Journey: Henriette discusses her academic background in the history and philosophy of architecture, highlighting her experience living and working in different cities like Denmark, the UK, Germany, Switzerland, and the US. [00:03:00] – Adapting to New Contexts: Henriette reflects on how moving between cities influenced both her academic work and personal growth, emphasizing the privilege and challenges of such transitions. [00:03:38] – Cultural Environment and Diversity: Nehar asks about the differences between working in Zurich and Cambridge. Henriette shares her thoughts on how some environments better embrace diversity and different perspectives. [00:05:03] – Intersectionality in Henriette’s Research: Henriette introduces her research on the history of women architects, emphasizing the importance of diversifying architectural history and incorporating various perspectives, especially gender. [00:06:24] – Challenges in Promoting Intersectionality: Henriette talks about the challenges of integrating multiple markers of difference (like class and gender) in architectural history and the importance of broadening the lens. [00:07:10] – Future Projects: Henriette discusses her upcoming projects focused on diversifying Danish architectural history and the need to include a wider range of voices. [00:08:00] – Case Study: Kielersgårdshelden Swimming Pool: Henriette highlights a project in Copenhagen, focusing on how an intersectional approach has led to a more comprehensive understanding of a public building's design and its contributors. [00:09:47] – Challenges and Opportunities: Henriette explains how looking at intersecting identities in architectural history helps reveal a fuller picture of how societal changes and design come together, especially in the post-WWII era in Denmark. [00:12:00] – Diversity in Danish Welfare Society: Henriette discusses how architectural projects contributed to shaping the Danish welfare society, making it more inclusive and equitable. [00:14:00] – Actionable Takeaways: Nehar asks Henriette for her advice on what listeners can do to address intersectionality both individually and collectively. Henriette emphasizes the power of research and the importance of continuously expanding the conversation beyond just gender. [00:15:23] – The Importance of Meaningful Conversations: Henriette discusses the value of orchestrating meaningful and transformative discussions about intersectionality within academic and professional circles. Henriette is a researcher and educator committed to building more diverse and equitable histories of architecture, cities, and landscapes. A Cambridge-educated traveling mama of three, she is an avid collaborator who practices feminist leadership and strives for inclusive excellence at Copenhagen University. Henriette is the research project leader for Women in Danish Architecture 1925-1975 and co-founder of the research hub Intersect. She currently serves as Head of Section at the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management, University of Copenhagen. Be part of the conversation! 📢 Follow us: www.intersect.ku.dk (http://www.intersect.ku.dk) 📩 Contact: intersect@ku.dk

6. 

   28 Nov 2024

   E02- Exploring Intersectionality in Digital Infrastructures & Cultural Imagination

   In this thought-provoking episode of the Intersect UCPH, Nehar Mortuza sits down with Associate Professor Kristin Veel from the University of Copenhagen to look into the intersection of digital infrastructures and cultural imagination. Kristin shares insights from her 20 years of research, exploring how technologies impact our everyday lives, the hidden dynamics of datafication, and the ways intersectionality serves as a powerful methodology for uncovering societal invisibilities. About our guest: Kristin Veel is an Associate Professor in Modern Culture at the University of Copenhagen. Her research explores the intersections of digital infrastructures, cultural imagination, and societal invisibilities through an interdisciplinary lens. Shownotes & Timestamps: [00:01:22] – Kristin’s Research Focus Kristin explains her fascination with how digital infrastructures shape cultural imagination. She highlights her interest in technologies' invisibilities, uncertainties, and their representations in art, film, and literature. [02:00] – An Interdisciplinary ApproachKristin reflects on her cultural studies background and the interdisciplinary methodologies she employs to understand the visible and invisible impacts of technology on everyday life. [02:27] – Why Intersectionality, and Why Now?Kristin describes intersectionality as a method, not just a theory, that enables researchers to explore how social structures and identity markers intersect with technological impacts. [03:29] – Challenges in Promoting IntersectionalityKristin discusses the challenges of applying intersectionality in her field and how it generates new questions and perspectives. [03:38] – Case Study: Home Control ProjectKristin shares her work on the Home Control project, which examines the use of smart technologies in domestic violence and coercive control. She explains how technologies like smart locks, cameras, and thermostats are weaponized in abusive relationships. [05:24] – Intersectionality in ActionKristin provides examples of how an intersectional approach—considering gender, race, and socioeconomic status—has led to more nuanced understandings of technological abuse and its effects on vulnerable populations. [07:00] – Working with Survivors and InstitutionsKristin discusses the importance of collaborating with crisis shelters and police to better address tech-facilitated abuse and to ensure diverse experiences are accounted for in solutions. [08:00] – Reflections on PrivilegeKristin emphasizes the importance of researchers understanding their own positions of privilege and being attuned to what privilege makes invisible in their work. [08:37] – Take-Home MessageKristin encourages listeners to engage with societal invisibilities, be mindful of privilege, and seek spaces for interdisciplinary dialogue, such as the Intersect Research Hub. Be part of the conversation! 📢 Follow us: www.intersect.ku.dk (http://www.intersect.ku.dk) 📩 Contact: intersect@ku.dk

7. 

   21 Nov 2024

   E01 - The Origins and Vision of Intersect Podcast

   In the inaugural episode of the Intersect Podcast, Kristin Veel, Henriette Steiner, and Nehar Mortuza come together to discuss the origins, purpose, and vision behind Intersect. Based at the University of Copenhagen, Intersect is a unique research hub fostering interdisciplinary dialogue across arts, humanities, social sciences, design, and natural sciences. They share their personal journeys, the concept of intersectionality, and how collaborative thinking can address complex global challenges. We hope you enjoy this journey of collective thinking and collaborative problem-solving. If you found the episodes thought-provoking, subscribe and share with your network. Let’s intersect ideas and build solutions together! Follow us: https://intersect.ku.dk/ (https://intersect.ku.dk/) , subscribe to the podcast Contact:  intersect@ku.dk (mailto:intersect@ku.dk) Jingle composed especially for Intersect by Pelican Brothers

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