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Kathryn McEwan

@katyjmc.bsky.social
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Sociologist. Pall & End-of-life care. Assistant Professor at Northumbria. BSA MCF Convenor. #TheArchers (mega) fan. Friend to Crows.

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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Research articles, think pieces, research notes and creative formats are welcome. Send an abstract of up to 500 words by 19 December 2026. We’re happy to discuss possible contributions. Full call and submission form: bristoluniversitypressdigital.com/view/journal... 2/2 #QualitativeResearch
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Journal of Creative Research Methods
"Journal of Creative Research Methods" published on by Bristol University Press.
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Our special issue call is live: Creative Methods for an Inclusive Sociology of Wellbeing. How do our methods shape what counts as wellbeing, and whose ways of knowing come into view? We welcome researchers, creative practitioners and community partners. 1/2 #AcademicSky #Sociology
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Emilie K. M. Murphy @emiliekmmurphy.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
A day in the life of a university lecturer in Gaza #academicsky www.theguardian.com/global-devel...
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‘First there’s the gruelling task of trying to charge my laptop’: a day in the life of a university lecturer in Gaza
As the war in Gaza approaches its fourth year, the Guardian follows five ordinary Palestinians as they go about their lives. Each tells the story of their day, revealing the terrible toll of the confl...
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Glad to have this published with @petramakela.bsky.social and Mandy Cheetham. It grew from a plenary at a @bsaecf.bsky.social funded event in 2023, thanks to @britsoci.bsky.social - on making the emotional labour of researchers visible/valued: journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/... #AcademicSky
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
We asked mid-career sociologists what they wanted to meet to talk about at this year's BSA conference, this came out as one of the top issues. So here it is: an honest conversation about research failure and friction! We're really looking forward to this free, online event on 16 Sept. #AcademcSky
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
It's got to right? I'd be all for the drama, but withholding evidence is a serious offence and I'm ready for an Archer or an Aldridge to feel a consequence not a Grundy or Carter, ta! #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Sorry if someone already brought this up, but, did anyone else's Spidey senses go off when George was talking about saving the recording of Bill in right place. Might the wrong file be overlaid a Borchester Show social media post in a hurry. Or will Amber hear it trying to source one. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Only in #TheArchers right! But Ian doesn't even like the job. They certainly seem to be setting him up as bad at it. She does run a hospitality business. She's the right kind of posh to put guests at ease. She isn't complicit in withholding evidence. She can talk to Brad without Gibson's direction.
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Do you think they are drawing her into GG so she can take over a management position in due course? #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 06/06/2026
How can we better support caregivers when patients leave hospital? Our co-produced research at @NorthumbriaUni.bsky.social developed a practical caregiver discharge toolkit. Our blog at @practhealthpsy.bsky.social includes links to paper and toolkit: practicalhealthpsychology.com/2026/06/help...
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Helping caregivers when patients leave hospital: Practical lessons from co-production - Practical Health Psychology
By Kathryn McEwan, Northumbria University, UK Sarah helped her father pack his belongings; relief mixed with rising anxiety. After five days in hospital following his stroke, he was being discharged. ...
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
What does it really mean to be mid-career in sociology today? Join the conversation at the BSA Mid-Career Forum launch on 28 Nov #AcademicSky #Sociology #HigherEd #MidCareer #AcademicLife #BritSoc26 #BSA75Sociology
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BSA Mid-Career Forum @bsamcf.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
We’re a new BSA Forum supporting sociologists navigating the mid-career stage. Co-convened by @katyjmc.bsky.social and @drfloraposte.bsky.social we’re building a space for solidarity, strategy, and shared stories. For more: www.britsoc.co.uk/groups/speci... and keep watch for an online Launch Event.
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Mid-Career Forum
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 11/05/2025
Just finished omnibus. What a week of love, grief, forgiveness, and community. Joy’s care for Rochelle, Emma gently attending to Kate’s guilt, the echo of Peggy’s voice with Tennyson. And don't get me started on Hilda! I had to check the writers names to silently doff my hat. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
Are they going to dig up evidence of Neil's biological father in this? Is that who Reg D is? Or am I way out with dates? #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
Oh that's so interesting. I like TikTok. I've learnt so much about so many different things on there. I thought Facebook and X was the bad place, but that was pretty naive on reflection! #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
Yeah maybe so. Just found them pointing out the gardener specifically as interesting but likely misdirection. What's a tiktok yob though?! #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
Joy’s epiphany on Seaham beach, place where sea glass washes up, softened by time, was beautifully echoed in her quiet honesty with Rochelle last night in #TheArchers. She named her part in the past without blame. Rochelle wasn’t ready, but Joy stayed kind. The past is weathered. What next? SW ❤️ ⭐💯
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
Glad others had answers to this question as all I know about engineered floors is when it's dropped in conversation I felt it was to let people know it's not 'just laminate' 😂 #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
Yes! This is exactly what I think. The garden hose, the gardener, and he was so precious about the damn expensive floors. I bet he was insufferable about them as he ignored the pleas of Pam to engage. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
If it's a garden hose btw and his wife left with the gardener - I reckon he banged on about that damn engineered wood floor one time too many. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
The SW have me right where they want me. Brian's fury at Martyn feeling consequences while Pat n Helen assure themselves a box of chocolates makes up for the diabolical consequences they have foisted upon Clarrie. Yes, the working class woman is in peril but the rich man has a wet floor! #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
Helen: "as long as there's no hard feelings". Me: quickly pauses BBC sounds to take a moment to compose myself. Yes, Helen, that's what's most important. It's only ever your mental health that really counts of course. Poor lovely Clarrie. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
Thanks for saying this. In solid agreement! #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 29/03/2025
Yes! Empathy and reflection rather and being open to change. It was a lovely big sigh of relief episode. And set Mick up well, as he's going to need to pick up some of these skills at pace to help Joy and Rochelle! #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
Bravo! That's a beauty! #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
Well, like standard #TheArchers fandom exchanges- we will have to agree to disagree on that one. There must be something we do agree on- too much cricket? Natasha is going to regret that mortgage? The Prof is going to take Brad under his wing and get him through his degree?
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
Oh I see. I do understand why that upset many people. But they were actually honest, once they got over their initial panic and horror, against their own interests. And that's integrity to me. The police NFA'd after investigating too. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
Me too. I see she can be frustrating, but she's not wrong that her life is unfair and is particularly hard. I have everything crossed she gets some good opportunities. It's absolutely her turn and it would be wonderful to listen to. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
Do you mean George? Yes, he made a terrible decision and he's now being very firmly punished for that. When he's released, he will have completed his formal reparation and hopefully he can be supported to positively reintegrate into village life. As others have. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
Yes he's very difficult to listen to sometimes and I see his faults for sure. Eddie's schemes are often foolish and go wrong. But to me, that's what much of Helens cheese business is. She just had more resources to produce her failure. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
I worry about George. He's so young, he has a long life ahead of him that can bring more harm and misery or something hope and happiness. I really really want him to be helped to the latter for everyone's sake. #TheArcher
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
😂 He just doesn't really bother me I guess, as the family can and do handle him. I’ve a soft spot for the working-class families. Their flaws are worn on the surface and are honest. They don't charm or pay their way past consequences, while others carry the full weight of theirs. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
I don't get the intensity of dislike Eddie gets. In this world, or Ambridge - he definitely inspires a regular 'for Pete's sake' but Vince has legit gangster vibes, Brian treated Jenny *appallingly*, Moss committed human trafficking!, Rob was a monster. Eddie's 🤷 #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
I don't want to wind all the #TheArchers online community up, but that was a beautiful episode and was wholly right and exact (IMO, of course). I love The Grundys and The Carters, they have more integrity than every Archer and Aldridge put together and x2. Good on ya, Robert.
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 23/03/2025
Kirsty is now my favourite and that's that (sorry, Joy). May your doomed house bring a plague on Tom and Natasha so that sniveling sausage boy will finally feel some *consequences* of his actions! [Raises fists to the sky] #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
Yes, you're right. Helen sounds very authoritative in the farm house recently- the hierarchy has been reordered. Helen could do with Pat's support and advice, but she doesn't really care for guidance. And yes, Pat seems to have lost the confidence to insist she listen. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
Please please let someone soon tell Pat Archer that the call is coming from inside the house. Save my blood pressure. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
Yes! Same. Trying to make him take some responsibility for keeping their jobs. I'd say unbelievable but unfortunately it's so Archer it's not. Incredible how she can so clearly see the water mismanagement but not their own. Someone needs to hand her a mirror! #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
I wish Neil had finished off his objection to Pat by reminding her that Bridge Farm is responsible for the diary business, not the water company. And that pink wellies don't make up for weeks of cleaning graft, followed by making employees fight for a job in a game of HR musical chairs. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
I was shouting this at the radio too- who would want to work for a family business in this economy. Come in, on your day off, unpaid, while I decide which of you to sack as a consequence of my poor management of the business you've relentlessly skivvied for. Good grief. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
All possible! Has anyone suggested yet, he's continually denied, and increasingly frustrated, drives it anyway (and there is an accident). He seems too sensible but he's also quite independent. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
Yes! The more I think about it the odder it gets!? It doesn't launder the money! I'm so sad for Kirsty she doesn't have good friends and family around who can help her with this. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 09/03/2025
I went on a rollercoaster reading this, 😱🤬🤣⭐ - bravo! #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 09/03/2025
I'm starting to find that increasingly odd too. She could make it her own and make peace with the past. It's her house, she can make it her home. I really felt it when Joy kindly and gently suggested that. Getting rid of the house won't rid her of Moss' ghost. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 08/03/2025
Am I over-egging it or is Natasha perhaps genuinely terrible? Her mock empathy to Kirsty, Pat, and Tony that seems solely to her own end. Stealing Fallon's business and then attacking her for daring to try again at The Bull. Flipping the script regularly to manipulate. I'm scared of her! #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
Seconded. If that faux earnest, actually gaslighting, 'apology' from Natasha works I will probably need some support to get through it. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
I was trying really extra hard to extend grace as I think a lot of it came from envy and sadness but still, that they couldn't even reflect on that and just stomped around being awful was terrible. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
Same. The whole thing was grim. Why should the house stand as a monument to them and their particular taste? And Lillian's tantrums and manipulation of Joy. Ew. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Yes, I forgot about that! What an awful attack that was on his wife's character. I feel a bit crushed for her. Fancy having a pop that she dares to try and hang on to some independent spirit with ideas and hope. He wants her neck deep in the literal and figurative shit with him instead. #TheArchers
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Kathryn McEwan @katyjmc.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
I felt very frustrated and quite sad for Pat. The least she could expect, after a lifetime together, would be that Tony would attempt to understand her PoV, interests, and purpose. He just said: I don't care for what you care for, so therefore your passion is not relevant or important. #TheArchers
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