science
The Researchers’ Writing Academy: A Systematic Approach to Overcoming Academic Writing Challenges with Anna Clemens, Ph.D
This episode features Anna Clemens, Ph.D., an academic writing coach and the founder of the Researchers’ Writing Academy. Anna earned her PhD in material science and has published articles in Scientific American and other popular science magazines. Her mission is to make academia a more diverse and joyful place for researchers from all backgrounds. We discuss…
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8 Neuroscience-based techniques for writing in ways that engage and excite your readers with author Bill Birchard
In this episode of When Science Speaks, host Mark Bayer sat down with veteran journalist and author Bill Birchard to talk about his latest book, Writing For Impact, 8 Secrets From Science that will fire up your readers’ brains. The book delves into the science of how the brain processes language and how writers can…
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Science in the Service of Skin Care with Alessandra Zonari, Ph.D. (+ Special Offer for Listeners)
This week’s episode features Alessandra Zonari, Ph.D., Co-Founder and Chief Scientific Officer of ONE SKIN, an innovative skincare company that addresses skin health at the molecular level, targeting the root causes of aging so skin functions, feels, and looks younger. Listeners get a special offer when they go to OneSkin.co: Enter SCIENCE15 to get a…
Read MoreSupporting Scientists as Startup Founders with Matt Krisiloff
In this week’s episode, Matt Krisiloff, CEO of Conception, a company working to turn pluripotent stem cells into viable human eggs, talks about SciFounders, which he started with partners Lucas Harrington and Alexander Schubert to help technical founders launch companies. Topics discussed include: – Why Scifounders decided to focus on technical founders – Why Matt…
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Communicating the Science of Fitness and Health with Ronan Diego de Oliveira
This week’s episode features world-reknown fitness trainer and author Ronan Diego de Oliveira. We discuss a range of topics related to Ronan’s approach to developing, describing, and teaching innovative fitness programs, including: – The science upon which Ronan’s 10X fitness program is based, the way he’s able to explain scientific concepts with clarity and enthusiasm, and,…
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Science at the Crossroads of Policymaking and Technology with Sheril Kirshenbaum
This week’s episode features Sheril Kirshenbaum, a scientist and author working to enhance public understanding of science and improve communication between scientists, policymakers and the public. Sheril currently hosts “Serving Up Science” at PBS Digital Studios and is executive director of Science Debate, a nonprofit nonpartisan organization working to get every candidate on record on…
Read MoreScience at the Crossroads of Policymaking and Technology with Sheril Kirshenbaum
This week’s episode features Sheril Kirshenbaum, a scientist and author working to enhance public understanding of science and improve communication between scientists, policymakers and the public. Sheril currently hosts “Serving Up Science” at PBS Digital Studios and is executive director of Science Debate, a nonprofit nonpartisan organization working to get every candidate on record on…
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An Inside Look at Science Policy at the Federal and State Level with Donna Gerardi Riordan
This week’s episode features Donna Gerardi Riordan, a nonprofit leader and innovator with more than three decades of experience bridging the gap between science and policy at the national and state levels. Donna’s most recent role is as Executive Director of the Washington State Academy of Sciences (WSAS). She previously served in similar roles in…
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Scientists and Social Change with Kelly Ramirez, Ph.D.
On this week’s episode, guest Kelly Ramirez, Ph.D., co-founder of the 15,000-member international organization 500 Women Scientists, and I discuss a range of topics related to the group’s social activism and priorities including: The motivation for creating 500 Women Scientists – and the intention behind the name The organization’s mission and vision 500 Women Scientists’…
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Special Episode: Why is a Former U.S. Senate Chief of Staff Hosting a Science Podcast?
In this special episode, I talk about: – Why I started the podcast almost 4 years ago – The similarities between scientists and public policy professionals – How a Western Union telegram sparked my interest in public policy – The qualities scientists often possess – due to their work – that are transferable to…
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