DR. DAVID BOYD - POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCHER AND CREATIVE

Earlier this week, I had the absolute privilege of graduating with my PhD in Media and Cultural Studies from Canterbury Christ Church University. Looking back on the long and challenging journey that brought me here, it’s hard to put into words how much this moment meant to me. Studying for my doctorate was a fascinating and deeply satisfying experience, but it was also one of the most difficult things I’ve ever done. The process took a significant toll on my mental health at

Earlier this month, I had the privilege of attending MeCCSA 2024 in Manchester, where I was shortlisted for the Doctoral Thesis of the...

After watching AEW All In: London 2024 at Wembley Stadium, I wanted to share my thoughts. In my view, the event was a resounding success,...

Hello everyone! I am thrilled to share some exciting news with you all! My doctoral thesis, "A Critical, Cultural History and...

Hello everyone, I am delighted to share some wonderful news with you all! I recently had the honour of being named runner-up for the...

Hello, I'm Dr. Dave Boyd, a post-doctoral researcher specialising in Media and Cultural Studies, with a specific focus on Professional Wrestling. Based at Canterbury Christ Church University, I serve as a sessional lecturer in the School of Creative Arts and Industries, teaching across various departments including Media and Communications, Games Studies, Graphic Design, and the Creative Arts MA programmes. Today, I'd like to introduce you to my doctoral thesis, "A Critical,

In this post, I’m excited to share the journey and insights from my Masters thesis, "Finding Hope Within Hopelessness: An Exploration of...