In the FIEld: A podcast from FIE
FIE provides life-changing study abroad experiences in the UK, Ireland and Spain. As a non-profit educational organization, we are passionately invested in making a difference for our students as the future global leaders of tomorrow and the field of international education as a whole. The FIE podcast shares industry insights and original research as well as best practices for internships, academics, leadership, and international mobility. Plus some insider tips on making the most of your semester abroad from our resident experts – our faculty, students and our FIE team in the FIEld!
Episodes
44 episodes
Episode One: Life After London, In the FIEld with Jakob Leichtman
Welcome back to series three!In this episode we are joined by Jakob Leichtman, an FIE alumnus, to talk about life after studying abroad. We talk a lot on the show about how studying abroad can be life changing, but what do we mean by tha...
Reporting Back from the SGLC 2026
In this episode host Dr Heidi James-Dunbar reports back from the 13th annual Student Global Leadership Conference with interviews from student delegates and presenters. Thinking of joining us for SGLC 2027? See our website for more...
Rethinking Foundations of Leadership for a Diverse World - The SGLC Panel in Detail
In this episode we hear from two of our esteemed panelists from the SGLC: Nada Silman and Ramzi Fawaz where we explore the questions of how is the change to genuinely inclusive leadership possible when power currently resides in traditional, ex...
Everything You Need to Know about the Student Global Leadership Conference 2026: In the FIEld with Rebecca Claris and Victor Mellors
In this short but sweet episode I get all the vital information on the SGLC 2026 from my colleagues, Rebecca Claris and Victor Mellors.SGLC 2026March 27-28 2026 | LONDON, UK & ONLINELEADING THROUGH UNCERTAINTY: NAVIGATING...
Welcome Back to Season Two of In the FIEld!
In this episode we turn the tables on host Heidi James-Dunbar as Sanskriti Patidar (our brilliant Marketing Manager) asks the questions! We talk about memorable moments from season one and what's in store in season two. Thank you fo...
Episode Two: Preparing for your Study Abroad Semester
In this episode I talk to three fantastic colleagues: Minaree Jayasena, Stephanie Brown and Pauline McKerrall and get their top tips and recommendations for getting ready for your semester studying abroad. We share advice on choosing the right ...
The Life Cycle of Peace and Conflict: In the FIEld with Dr Grahaeme A. Hesp
In this episode we chat with Dr Grahaeme A. Hesp, (FIE’s Senior Director of Institutional Relations) about the Conflict and the Struggle for Peace summertime program; the importance of intercultural connection, knowledge and competency; life ch...
Episode Three: How to Access Scholarships and Navigate Obstacles to Study Abroad: In the FIEld with Angela Schaffer
In this episode I discuss accessibility, scholarships and available supports to help students participate in Study Abroad with Angela Schaeffer, the Executive Director of the Fund for Education Abroad. See link to the FEA website for more detai...
Episode Four: Interning Abroad, Real-World Learning Through Experiential Education
In this episode we explore the role of internships in experiential education—especially within study abroad programs. Hear from former students Eliana Alzate and Mollie Richter about their international internship experiences, and from Renata a...
Episode Five: Why Studying the Humanities is Vital: In the FIEld with Ramzi Fawaz
In this episode I speak again to brilliant scholar and critic Ramzi Fawaz, this time we discuss why studying the humanities teaches vital skills and how learning to interpret and negotiate with differing perspectives produces not just creative ...
Episode Six: Education as a Practice of Liberation: In the FIEld with Dr Elizabeth Cooper
In this episode we chat with Dr Elizabeth Cooper (Scholar, curator and faculty specialising in History) about education as a practice of liberation, how thoughtful curation of an exhibition can be a vital part of building community connections ...
Episode Seven: The Global Freshman Year: How Starting College Abroad Changes Everything
In this episode, we explore first-year study abroad programmes, an innovative partnership model between universities and FIE. More than an opportunity to see the world, these programmes are becoming a strategic tool for institutions looking to ...
Episode Eight: Why Shakespeare is Still Relevant: In the FIEld with Dr. Brian Ridgers
In this episode we chat with Dr Brian Ridgers (Scholar, writer and faculty specialising in Literature) about exploring London as a text, asking questions about place and history and why Shakespeare is exciting and relevant for all regardless of...
Episode Nine: Why Authenticity and Magic Matter: In the FIEld with Professor Alexis Franzese
In this episode I'm joined by Professor Alexis Franzese and we explore the themes in her recently published book Why the Magic Matters, her academic work, and broader ideas such as authenticity, magic in learning, study abroad ex...
Episode Ten: Borders, Mobility, and Migration; Europe and The MENA Programme
In this episode we'll be talking with Dr Julie Andreshak (Chief Academic Officer and Provost at FIE), Arturo Jarque, FIE's Resident Director in Spain, and Dr Elena Corbett, Senior Director for Academic Engagement at Amideast; to explore a...
Ten (Brilliant) Things to do in Dublin for Under a Tenner: In the FIEld with Olin Moseley
In this special episode we chat with Olin Moseley, (FIE staff member and FIE Study Abroad in Dublin Alum) who tells us the top ten things to do in Dublin for under a tenner (10 euro), he shares his secret to success in combining his studies and...
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Reporting Back from the SGLC 2025
In this episode host Dr Heidi James-Dunbar reports back from the 12th annual Student Global Leadership Conference with interviews from student delegates and presenters. Thinking of joining us for SGLC 2026? See our website for more ...
Everything You Need to Know about the Student Global Leadership Conference 2025: In the FIEld with Rebecca Claris and Victor Mellors
In this special episode we give you the lowdown on the SGLC - who it's for, why attend and how to submit a proposal to present (plus all the details on where and when). SGLC 2025 APRIL 4 - 5, 2025 | LONDON, UK & ONLINE
Ten (Brilliant) Things to do in Madrid for Under a Tenner: In the Field with Carlos Nager Cobo
In this special episode we chat with Carlos Nager Cobo, (FIE staff member, Translator and Madrid native) who tells us the top ten things to do in Madrid for under a tenner (10 euro), he shares his tips for learning a new language AND his city s...
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Ten (Brilliant) Things to do in London for Under a Tenner: In the FIEld with Minaree Jayasena
In this special episode we chat with Minaree Jayasena (FIE Student Life Co-ordinator) who tells us the top ten things to do in London for under a tenner (£10), Minaree shares one piece of advice for all our students and her city secret. Links t...
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Episode 1: In the FIEld with Dr Julie Ann Andreshak
Join host, Heidi James-Dunbar, as she discusses Study Abroad, FIE and how travel can change your life with Dr Julie Ann Andreshak, our Chief Academic Officer.
Episode 2: Why Storytelling is so important in the classroom and in life. In the FIEld with Victor Mellors
In this episode of In the FIEld we chat with actor, director and faculty member, Victor Mellors about storytelling (on stage, on film AND in the classroom), the London theatre scene and we share our mutual fandom of Christopher Nolan. Victor’s ...
Episode 3: Why we need to question everything - including ourselves (and learn from our grandmothers!) In the FIEld with Valerio Lintner.
In this episode of In the FIEld we chat with academic, faculty member and author, Valerio Lintner about politics, thinking critically in the classroom and in our own lives, the rise of populism and the joys of cooking Italian food!
Episode 4: Why is Collaboration so Important? In the FIEld with Dr Joy Stacey
In this episode we chat with Dr Joy Stacey, (collaborative researcher, filmmaker and faculty member specialising in Media, Film and Photography) about the importance of collaboration in research, art and teaching, what inspires her work and...
Episode 5: Reading the History of London through its Architecture. In the FIEld with Dr. Rebecca Pollack
In this episode we chat with Dr. Rebecca Pollack, (Art Historian and Academic Faculty Director) about reading the architecture of a city as a text and understanding the complexities of society, history and power we might learn from the building...
