Episodes 32
Avg. Duration 35m
Activity Active
Since Apr 2024
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Weekly
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Episodic
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65%
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anchor.fm

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About This Podcast

A podcast aimed to bridge the gap between Scientists and non-Science people, to translate the challenges and exciting work that researchers do and bring their work forward to the public eye.

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S1E18 #18 teaser: Exploring Why Mosquitoes Exist with Cassandra Fieldson

Mar 31, 2026 1m Trailer

Mosquitoes are often seen as nothing more than a nuisance — but do they actually have a purpose?In this conversation with Cassandra, we explore their role in ecosystems, from pollination to their…

S1E16 #16 teaser: Microbes Producing Human Proteins by Joni Symon

Mar 23, 2026 2m Trailer

How can microbes be used to produce human proteins?In this clip, Joni Symon explains precision fermentation — a process where a human gene is introduced into microbes, allowing them to produce…

S1E17 #17 teaser: Beginning of Life inside a womb by Dr. Deepak Modi

Mar 23, 2026 1m Trailer

How does an embryo actually attach during pregnancy?In this short clip, Dr. Deepak Modi explains the fascinating “cross-talk” between the embryo and the endometrium — the lining of the uterus that is…

S1E15 #15 Alex Dainis: Why the 5-Second Rule Doesn’t Work (and Other Science Surprises)

Mar 09, 2026 53m

We often grow up hearing science “rules” and simple explanations — like the famous five-second food rule or the idea that DNA is the main character running everything inside our cells. But science is…

S1E14 #14 Roselin Rosario: Science behind beauty - from long-lasting lipstick to skincare myths

Sep 24, 2025 52m

What really goes into your favorite lipstick, nail polish, or skincare routine? 🧪 In this episode, I sit down with Roselin Rosario — a chemist turned entrepreneur, inventor, and patent holder — who…

S1E15 #15 teaser: The 5-Second Rule: Myth or Microbiology? with Alex Dainis

Sep 18, 2025 1m Trailer

We’ve all done it: dropped food on the floor and thought, “If I grab it fast, it’s fine.” But what does science say? 🦠In this teaser, we put the 5-second rule under the microscope and reveal the…

S1E12 #12 Kevin J DeBruin: 3 Tries to NASA, Big Dreams & What Space Teaches Us About Life

Jul 22, 2025 50m

What does it really take to work at NASA? And what happens when your dream job isn't the end of the road — but just the beginning?In this awe-inspiring episode, I sit down with Kevin J. DeBruin —…

S1E14 #14 teaser: Skin Deep: Busting Beauty Myths with Dr. Roselin Rosario

Jul 15, 2025 1m Trailer

Think your skincare seeps deep into your bloodstream? Think again. In this quick snippet, we scratch the surface of what your skin really does — and doesn’t — let through. A tiny dose of science for…

S1E13 #13 Samantha Harden: Finding Stillness in Chaos: Slow Living, Self-Prioritization & Transition Fatigue

Jul 01, 2025 1h 7m

Do you ever feel like life is moving too fast — like you're constantly trying to catch up, but never quite getting there?In this deeply grounding episode, I’m joined by Dr. Samantha Harden — movement…

S1E13 #13 teaser: Managing stress from changing environments with Dr. Samantha Harden

Jul 01, 2025 1m Trailer

Is transition fatigue real? In conversation with behavioural psychologist, Dr. Samantha, who shares insights and crucial knowledge on how to manage stress through changing environments.For more video…

S1E11 #11 Joseph Barnes: Microplastics in Our Bodies & Oceans: What You Need to Know (and Can Do)

Feb 09, 2025 52m

Have you ever thought about where plastic goes after you throw it away? Most of us don’t — but we should.In this episode, I’m joined by a brilliant microplastics researcher and community science…

S1E10 #10 Krista Shoe: On understanding corals and real entrepreneurship spirit

Oct 03, 2024 31m

What if the key to saving marine life — and protecting our planet — lies in something many mistake for a rock?In this powerful and eye-opening episode, I’m joined by Krista Shoe — coral reef…

S1E10 #12 teaser: Why has Jupiter's moon "Europa" gotten all the attention? with Kevin J DeBruin

Oct 03, 2024 1m Trailer

What is NASA’s latest mission all about? In conversation with former rocket scientist himself, Kevin J DeBruins 🤩, who shares insights and exciting knowledge on the ‘Europa Clipper’, all set to get…

S1E11 #11 teaser: The horror of Microplastics with Joseph Barnes

Oct 03, 2024 1m Trailer

Microplastics are found EVERYWHERE they have been tested for - this blew my mind 🤯 In conversation with Joseph Barnes to understand what are these dangerous, tiny particles and where are they found…

S1E10 #10 teaser: Redefining Coral reefs with 'Mother of Corals' aka Krista Shoe

Aug 27, 2024 1m Trailer

Have you always heard that Corals need to be saved but always struggled to find what they actually are ? What better than Krista Shoe, Founder and President of Mother of Corals, joining in today to…

S1E9 #9 Reshma Patil: Keeping Science real, mentoring young minds, redefining nerdiness

Aug 23, 2024 44m

Today, I bring with me Dr. Reshma Patil! A scientist, mentor, and an influencer. She takes us through her roller-coaster journey and combines it with her love for Science into a mirror that she…

S1E8 #8 Hip Hop Science MD: Captivating Science, sea adventures and youth empowerment

Aug 02, 2024 37m

Today, I bring with me a celebrity! He is an entrepreneur, a Hip Hop star, science communicator, and so much more, joining me today is none other than Maynard Okereke aka the Hip Hop Science MD! He…

S1E9 #9 teaser: Sharing lab stories with Dr. Reshma Patil

Jul 29, 2024 1m Trailer

Were you always intrigued by what really happens in the lab? Did you wish there was a channel where you could see the experiments that researchers do? Dr. Reshma provides just this platform on her…

S1E7 #7 Dr. Tripti Bhatnagar: Entrepreneurship challenges and sustainability revolution

Jul 24, 2024 34m

We talk about bioremediation to utilize microbes to clean our ecosystem and discuss how sustainability revolution can take place

S1E8 #8 teaser: Mapping ocean floors and STEM power with Hip Hop MD

Jul 17, 2024 1m Trailer

Find out what it really takes to carry out large ocean explorations and be a part of an expert team to carry out sea floor mapping! For more video trailers, check out the ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ page!

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