In this episode, Alejandro sits down with Professor Joanne Greenhalgh, one of the core members behind the RAMESES standards — the evolving benchmarks that have shapedrealist evaluation and realist synthesis across the world.Joanne shares the story of how the standards came to life, their role in guiding quality and reporting in realist work, and why they were designed to evolve rather than prescribe. From anecdotes about working with Ray Pawson to reflections on teaching, mentoring, and community-building, Joanne offers candid insights on what makes realistresearch rigorous yet flexible. Whether you’re just starting your realist journey or refining your craft, this episode is packed with practical wisdom on doing realist work well.

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