In Hawkwood's first podcast series, Stories that Matter, changemakers, thinkers and innovators discuss the stories that have influenced them, their visions for the future and the actions they are taking to change the world. Each episode will feature a different individual, from visiting speakers to local activists, showcasing the Centre for Future Thinking and the values at its core.
S3 Ep10: Stories that Matter with Professor Armine Ishkanian
Join us for the next episode in our Stories that Matter series with Professor Armine Ishkanian in conversation with Hawkwood's CEO, Alicia Carey. This was recorded during the LSE Atlantic Fellows Residential Creative Communications Programme in July 2026 at Hawkwood.
Armine Ishkanian is a Professor in the Department of Social Policy and the Executive Director of the Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity programme at the International Inequalities Institute LSE. She also convened the III/AFSEE research programme, the Politics of Inequality research programme. Armine’s research examines the relationship between civil society, democracy, development, and social transformation. She has examined how civil society organisations and social movements engage in policy processes and transformative politics in several countries, including Armenia, Egypt, Greece, Russia, Turkey, and the UK.
19 Jun 2026
S3 Ep9: Stories That Matter with Fozia Ismail
Join us for the next episode in our Stories that Matter series with Fozia Ismail in conversation with Hawkwood's CEO, Alicia Carey. This was recorded whilst Fozia was Artists in Residence at Hawkwood in May 2026.
Fozia is a research driven artist passionate about co-design, community engagement, and building projects that centre marginalised voices. Her work spans participatory art, food practice, cultural research, and socially engaged design, rooted in anti-racism, Somali heritage, and collective knowledge making.
5 Mar 2026
S3 Ep8: Stories That Matter with Dame Evelyn Glennie and Jon Sterckx
Join us for the next episode in our Stories that Matter series with Dame Evelyn Glennie and Jon Sterckx in conversation with Hawkwood's CEO, Alicia Carey. This was recorded whilst Evelyn and Jon were Artists in Residence at Hawkwood in February 2026.
Evelyn Glennie has over 100 international awards to date and is the first person to forge a full-time international career as a solo percussionist. Evelyn travels the globe playing and recording with the world's finest orchestras and ensembles. Evelyn is also deaf and has with the aid of her first percussion teacher honed her awareness of sound to such a degree that she describes her body as a resonating chamber. She has commissioned and premiered over 200 new works, won two Grammy Awards, and is also a leading global advocate for listening, creativity and inclusive music education.
Jon Sterckx is a master percussionist, best known for bringing percussion from across the globe, together with 21st century technology in a unique blend of rhythmic soundscapes, world rhythms and high energy drumming. Jon has performed twice at globally renowned TED events and delivered workshops at many of the UK's World Music Festivals and events.
Reach and audience
Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
1 ratings
Contact Stories that Matter
Guest appearances
Does not typically book guests
Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.
Host of Stories that Matter?
Claim your podcast to manage its listing and keep your show details accurate.
Pod Engine is an independent podcast discovery and analytics service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by this podcast. Artwork and show content belong to their owners. Full legal notice.
Explore this show Podcast research with Pod Engine
