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The experts involved present their own opinions, which should not be interpreted as the Society's point of view.

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Natural hazards and disaster risk

Small island nations are often the first to experience the impact of natural hazards as well as the associated hazards

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Natural Hazards & Disaster Risk with Dr Martin Parham

Talking all things disaster risk with a specific focus on Small Island Nations

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Connecting with our oceans with the Ocean Conservation Trust

In conversation with Freyja Thomson-Alberts - Ocean Engagement Manager for the Ocean Conservation Trust (OCT).

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Discovering Minerals with Nadine Gabriel

A discussion with Nadine Gabriel, Curator of Minerals at the Natural History Museum

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Seascapes with RHUL

A closer look at the dynamic relationships humans have with vast marine environments

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Seascapes with RHUL - Podcast

An insightful podcast with Dr. Rachael Squire and Prof. Kim Peters from Royal Holloway University, London addressing people’s relationships with the ocean

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Teachers Fiona Sheriff and Cyrus Golding on receiving the Ordnance Survey Award 2024

In recognition of excellence in geography education at secondary level

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Population change in Britain since the 19th Century

Urban centres experienced vast population growth between the 1800s and 1900s where the population in towns and cities increased from 30% to 50%.

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Population Change in Britain Since C19th with Professor Alice Reid

Professor Alice Reid is a historical demographer, working on fertility, mortality and health in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.

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Maps of Ukraine with Cartographic Collections Manager, Katie Parker

When taken in context and with a level of critical thinking, maps can reveal not only what the landscape is like, but also how people interact with it.

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Maps of Ukraine with Dr Katie Parker

An interesting insight into the role maps have on understanding a sense of place

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Saving our seas

A look into the impacts of plastic in the oceans

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