Certified Specialist Programme in Digital Humanities and Folklore
Published on June 21, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we're talking with Dr. Sofia Lopez, an expert in Digital Humanities and Folklore, about her new course, "Certified Specialist Programme in Digital Humanities and Folklore." Dr. Lopez, can you tell us a bit about this program? GUEST: Absolutely! This course bridges traditional folklore studies with modern digital technologies. It teaches students to use digital methods for data analysis, text mining, and visualization of folklore materials. HOST: That sounds fascinating. How did you get into this field, combining digital humanities and folklore? GUEST: I've always been passionate about both fields separately. When I realized how powerful digital tools could be in enhancing folklore research and storytelling, I decided to combine them. HOST: And what kind of challenges have you faced in this unique intersection? GUEST: One major challenge is ensuring ethical considerations and accessibility within digital humanities projects. We work hard to maintain cultural sensitivity while using technology. HOST: That must be quite challenging. How do you approach that in your course? GUEST: We dedicate a significant portion of the program to discussing these issues, ensuring students understand the importance of ethical practices and inclusive design. HOST: Now, could you share some current trends in digital humanities and folklore? GUEST: Sure. There's growing interest in digital archiving and online storytelling. Also, artificial intelligence and machine learning are opening up new possibilities for folklore studies. HOST: Very interesting. Looking forward, where do you see this field going? GUEST: I believe we'll see even more integration of digital tools into traditional humanities research. The future lies in making these technologies accessible and useful for everyone. HOST: Well, Dr. Lopez, thank you for sharing your insights and telling us about the "Certified Specialist Programme in Digital Humanities and Folklore." It's clear this course offers valuable skills and knowledge for anyone interested in this exciting field. GUEST: Thank you for having me. I'm excited to see who will join us on this digital journey!
