Historically gossip has been vilified as tainted talk, something to be avoided or sanctioned. Women’s gossipy conversations were seen as idle talk at best and witchcraft at worst. Conversely, in Austen’s novels gossip was a plot device and seen as literature. Now it is emerging as a topic worthy of serious scholarship in the social sciences.
This talk will draw upon material from Dr Kathryn Waddington's book Gossip, organization and work: a research overview to illustrate its role in promoting psychologically safe ‘speak up’ cultures in the workplace, and creating new pathways to knowledge.
About the speakers
Dr Kathryn Waddington, Emerita Fellow in Psychology, University of Westminster.
Booking information
- Please book via www.brlsi.org/whats-on/
- RGS-IBG members can book discounted tickets (50% off) using code RGS50 and select non-member ticket at checkout.
If you have any questions or require assistance with your booking, please email events@rgs.org
This event has been organised by the West of England and South Wales committee.
Venue information
This event will be held at BRLSI, 16-18 Queen Square, Bath, BA1 2HN.
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