Author name: Jodie Danby

Born in Scotland and raised in Wales, Jodie returned to Edinburgh 18 years later to study Religion at the University of Edinburgh. Her academic journey and career shift into journalism have shaped her work for Surge Magazine. Much of her research focuses on the people who shape the city, exploring how diverse cultures and individuals from all walks of life contribute to Edinburgh’s vibrant, ever-evolving identity.

Voices

From My (English) Perspective: The Social Divide at Edinburgh University

By Jodie Danby / 2 April 2025

Four years ago, I was thrilled to be offered a place to study at the University of Edinburgh, until my experience was tainted by pervasive social divisions

Life

Leith Walk: A Delicious World Tour for Foodies

By Jodie Danby / 31 March 2025

On one street you can travel to the four corners of the globe