Christopher R. Matthews is a senior lecturer and course leader at the University of Brighton, UK. He teaches on a variety of modules which explore introductions to the social sciences, research methods, gender, physical cultures, social theory, deviancy and globalisation. His research has primarily focused on understanding the conjunction between gender, sexuality and sport. More recently he has developed his theoretical contribution within a project examining the rearticulation of men’s power in the workplace.Ursula Edgington is currently an international freelance teacher and researcher based in New Zealand. She had a fifteen-year career in various commercial-sector jobs in England before seizing an opportunity to pursue her passion for teaching. Ursula’s educational and research efforts are chiefly connected to issues of social justice. Her specialist areas are sociology of emotions, creative assessment strategies and enhancing student-centred learning. Ursula’s published academic work addresses topics ranging from aspects of emotional labour in teaching and learning, to the use of innovative research methodologies.Alex Channon is a senior lecturer in physical education and sport studies at the University of Brighton, UK. He has taught at a number of UK-based higher education institutions, and is a specialist in the social, historical and political aspects of physical education and sport. Alex’s previous research has centred on the sociological study of martial arts and combat sports, as well as gender and sexuality issues in sport.