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That's What I Call Science!Episode 228: Early Earth Eras TourWelcome to the third instalment of our 'Geoscience Mini-Series', a four-part journey where we engage with geoscientists from Tasmania and across Australia. This week, we're thrilled to chat with Dr. Indrani Mukherjee, a geology lecturer and researcher at the University of New South Wales. Join us as we explore Indrani’s work unravelling the intricate connections between early Earth evolution, the emergence of complex life forms, and the genesis of valuable mineral deposits. We also delve into Dr. Mukherjee's innovative ideas for engaging young people in geology, drawing surprising comparisons to the relatability of Taylor Swift!...
2024-03-1727 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 221: Eureka Prizes Part 2 - 1 Million TurtlesFor week two of our four-part Eureka Prizes mini-series, we’ve got a million things to talk about. More specifically, we’ve got 1 Million Turtles to talk about!Joined by three team members from the 1 Million Turtles project (James Van Dyke, Deborah Bower, and Ricky Spencer), we hear all about freshwater turtles in Australia, and how we can help them survive and thrive. We also hear what winning a Eureka Prize earlier this year means to the team.Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Olly Dove (@olly_dove)Production: Hannah Moore (@HannahCMoore)Medi...
2023-12-0327 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 221: Eureka Prizes Part 2 - 1 Million TurtlesFor week two of our four-part Eureka Prizes mini-series, we’ve got a million things to talk about. More specifically, we’ve got 1 Million Turtles to talk about!Joined by three team members from the 1 Million Turtles project (James Van Dyke, Deborah Bower, and Ricky Spencer), we hear all about freshwater turtles in Australia, and how we can help them survive and thrive. We also hear what winning a Eureka Prize earlier this year means to the team.Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Olly Dove (@olly...
2023-12-0327 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 218: Conservation at Botanical GardensIt's week two of the Conservation of Tasmanian Plants mini-series, and this week Katya and Olly are chatting to Dr. Laura Williams from the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens. In this episode, Laura talks us through the unique plant collections found at the gardens and the many conservation initiatives she is involved in. We also hear a little bit about her previous work monitoring plants on Macquarie Island, and her roles in natural resource management in Australia and New Zealand.Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Olly Dove (@olly_dove)Co-Host: Katya Bandow (@katyabandow)
2023-11-1227 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 216: Sailing through RV Investigator’s 100 VoyagesAustralia’s national research vessel, the RV Investigator, recently celebrated a special milestone; it set sail on its 100th voyage!Hannah and Olly sit down with Dr Ben Arthur from CSIRO’s Marine National Facility to celebrate, hear about the various voyages which have taken place over the last nine years, and ask how you might be able to join a voyage on the Investigator!Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Olly Dove (@olly_dove)Co-Host: Hannah McCleary
2023-10-2927 min
Kaboom: An Audio Adventure PodcastVanishing Act (A Teleportation Adventure)When Gideon’s science fair project accidentally teleports his little sister Leslie, he and his best friend Lincoln must find a way to bring her back.
Cast: Caleb McCleary as Gideon, Summer Mitchell as Leslie, Conner Drake as Lincoln, and Timothy Threlfall as Mr. Stewart.
Vanishing Act was written by Evadne Hendrix and directed by Brian Tanner. The cast included Caleb McCleary as Gideon, Summer Mitchell as Leslie, Conner Drake as Lincoln, Timothy Threlfall as Mr. Stewart.
The sound team for this episode was led by Trent Reimschussel, with audio engineering by Spencer Hewitt, Joshua Foutz, and Hannah Everitt; dialogue Ed...
2023-10-1324 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 214: Centre for Marine Socioecology ShowcaseRecently, Hannah and Olly from the TWICS team attended the Centre for Marine Socioecology (CMS) Showcase Day. CMS (www.marinesocioecology.org) is a multi- and transdisciplinary research collaboration based in lutruwita/Tasmania, made up of individuals from various backgrounds and experience, from undergraduate students to experienced researchers. The focus of CMS’s Showcase Day was all about looking forward and thinking about the future of our world, oceans, and climate. In this episode, hear from a number of CMS Showcase Day attendees about their experience of the day and key messages they took away. Show them...
2023-10-0827 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 204: ESA Darwin Part 1In July 2023, hundreds of ecologists from across Australia flocked to Darwin. It wasn’t just by coincidence, but for the Ecological Society of Australia’s annual conference. TWICS’ Olly was one of those ecologists, and she took the microphone with her to capture the exciting ecological work happening across Australia. In part 1 of this double bill, you’ll hear from Professor Euan Ritchie from Deakin University and his opinion that scientists should be allowed to have opinions. Up next, we have Suzannah, Lorinna, Alexandria, and Cara from the Warddeken Land Management team and their roles as rangers monitorin...
2023-07-3027 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 191: Inspiring Women in STEMM 2023: Marlee WellsThis week we are joined by Inspiring Women in STEMM Fellow Marlee Wells. Marlee is a PhD Candidate at the Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre and faced many challenges growing up as a young girl interested in science in a small town. Now, Marlee hopes to use her experience to inspire other young people from rural areas to follow a similar path to her and achieve their dreams. Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Olly Dove (@littledove440)Production: Simin Salarpour (@SalarpourSimin)Media & Promotion: Hannah McCleary (@hannahsmccleary)
2023-04-3027 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 188: Family Farm to Future PhysicianThis week we introduce you to one of our TWICS team members, Ryan Smith. Hailing from the beautiful northwest coast of Tassie, Ryan is a first-year medical student, after deciding to make the shift after completing his undergraduate degree in science and Honours in medical research. We take you through Ryan’s journey in higher education after growing up in a farming family and ask Ryan what it’s like editing the episodes you hear every week! Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Kate Johns...
2023-04-0927 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 185: Sea-ing the Big PictureMatt Testoni is a multi-talented marine biologist, underwater photographer, and podcast host. Dive into this episode to learn about his research and his science communication show Seacreatures, based in lutruwita/TasmaniaShow theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Olly Dove (@littledove440)Co-Host: Anna Abela (@annaoabela)Production: Ryan Smith Media & Promotion: Hannah McCleary
2023-03-1927 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 128: The Problems with MathsThe number of people studying higher level maths in Australia is in decline. Why?This week, Sophie talks to maths teaching specialist Dr Hayden Tronnolone about maths phobia and maths education in Australia.Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Sophie Calabretto (@sophluidynamics)Production: Meredith Castles (@meredithcastles)Media & Promotion: Sophie Calabretto (@sophluidynamics), Kate Johnson (@KatePlantPhys), Hannah McCleary (@mccleary_hannah)
2021-09-2627 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 126: Quantitative Marine EcologyThis week Niamh and Hannah interview quantitative marine ecologist Dr Nicole Hill. Together they take a deep dive into Nicole’s research, including her career highlights such as diving into Antarctic waters and encountering diverse wildlife.Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Niamh Chapman (@nchapmanTAS)Co-Host: Hannah McCleary (@mcleary_hannah)Production: Sarah LydenMedia & Promotion: Kate Johnson (@KatePlantPhys), Mibu Fischer (@miburose), Kelsey Picard (@KelseyOnScience)
2021-09-1227 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 125: Plants, fungi and pathogensThis week, Niamh and Hannah are joined by Associate Professor Kara Barry from the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture at the University of Tasmania, to explore her work around plants and their relationships (good and bad) with fungi and pathogens. Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Niamh Chapman (@nchapmanTAS)Co-Host: Hannah McCleary (@mccleary_hannah)Production: Meredith Castles (@meredithcastles)Media & Promotion: Sophie Calabretto (@sophluidynamics), Kate Johnson (@KatePlantPhys), Hannah McCleary (@mccleary_hannah)
2021-09-0527 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 124: Engineering, Architecture and SoundJoin Sarah and Niamh in this episode as they talk to Assoc. Prof. Damien Holloway from the School of Engineering at UTAS about architectural acoustics. Damien’s diverse engineering career has spanned from ship hydrodynamics to structural health monitoring to architectural acoustics. In this episode we focus on research work into the acoustics of concert halls and the experience of musicians in these spaces. Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Niamh Chapman (@nchapmanTAS)Co-Host: Sarah LydenProduction: Sarah LydenMedia & Promotion: Kate Johnso...
2021-08-2927 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 121: Designing a Women in ICT Pathways ModelWhat do you do when you know what the plethora of diversity problems facing Women in ICT are and how to fix them, but it seems like an insurmountable task? You bring together a team of stellar women tech entrepreneurs and diversity champions to get the job done! This week, Niamh and Meredith speak to innovation champion and ICT workforce developer Dr Tristan Richards about the first cultural change pathways model for women entering the ICT industry that has been created and trialled in Tasmania.Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Niamh Chapman (@n...
2021-08-0827 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 120: Environmental EngineeringJoin Sarah and Niamh while they talk to environmental engineer Robyn Bussey. Robyn’s diverse experiences shows the range and scope of work in the environmental engineering, from runways and infrastructure projects to wastewater and wetlands. Discover what you can do to ensure environmental concerns are at the forefront of engineering projects. Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Niamh Chapman (@nchapmanTAS)Co-Host: Sarah LydenProduction: Sarah LydenMedia & Promotion: Sophie Calabretto (@sophluidynamics), Hannah McCleary (@mccleary_hannah), Kate Johnson (@KatePlantPhys)
2021-08-0127 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 117: By the by-catch: mitigation and riskBy the by-catch, it’s more possible to reduce the harmful side effects of commercial fishing than you might have previously thought!This week, Dr Sheryl Hamilton talks to Niamh and Olly about her work researching mitigation techniques for reducing marine mammal bycatch in commercial fishing gear. She also regales us with tales of her vast experience in monitoring wild marine animal populations, including a few sneaky seabirds hiding under ground.Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Niamh Chapman (@nchapmanTAS)Co-Host: Olly Dove (@littledove440)Production: Olly Dove (@littledove440)Media & Promotion: So...
2021-07-1127 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 115: Tremendous Turbo ChooksNative hens, turbo chooks, whatever you know them as they are a distinctive character in the Tasmanian landscape, but despite their abundance, their populations on Maria Island are shrinking. Kate Johnson and Niamh Chapman interview PhD student Lucile Leveque from the University of Tasmania to learn about her research into the factors that are contributing to their decline.Host: Niamh Chapman and Kate JohnsonProduction: Sarah LydenPromotion: Kate Johnson, Hannah McCleary, Kelsey PicardShow theme music: Kevin MacLeod
2021-06-2727 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 113: The buzz around bee healthOne third of the world's food production relies on bee pollination. There is global concern that agricultural sprays may be negatively affecting bee health and foraging behavior. Kelsey Picard and Niamh Chapman interview PhD student Meng Yong Lim from the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture, and learn about how the bees gut microbiome may be affecting their foraging behaviour and overall health. Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Niamh Chapman (@nchapmanTAS) & Kelsey Picard (@KelseyOnScience)Production: Meredith Castles (@meredithcastles), Olly Dove (@littledove440) & Sarah LydenMedia & Promotion: Sophie Calabretto (@sophluidynamics), Hannah McCleary (@mccleary_hannah) & Ka...
2021-06-1327 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 99: COVID-19 and Mental HealthIt is no surprise that mental health disorders have increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hear from Professor Susan Rossell from Swinburne University about tracking the mental health of Australian adults throughout the pandemic.Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Niamh Chapman (@nchapmanTAS) & Hannah McCleary (@mccleary_hannah)Production: Meredith Castles (@meredithcastles) & Olly Dove (@littledove440)Media & Promotion: Olivia Holloway (@LivHolloway_) & Kate Johnson (@KatePlantPhys)
2021-03-0727 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 86: Following aspirations to new heightsGangalu woman and award-winning systems engineer Taylah Griffin oozes inspiration and leadership. Niamh and Hannah talk to Taylah about how she came to pursue aerospace engineering and her passion for promoting greater uptake of STEM subjects in Indigenous communities. Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHosts: Niamh Chapman (@nchapmanTAS) & Hannah McCleary (@mccleary_hannah)Production: Meredith Castles (@meredithcastles) & Olly Dove (@littledove440)Media & Promotion: Olivia Holloway (@LivHolloway_) & Kate Johnson (@KatePlantPhys)
2020-11-0827 min
That's What I Call Science!Ep78: Working on Water P3: Mibu FischerHannah talks with Mibu Fischer, Quandamooka woman and CSIRO scientist. Mibu’s specific interests are around utilising Traditional Knowledges and management practices are considered within modern day fisheries, coastal and conservation management. Her goal is to bridge a gap that draws attention to the indigenous communities facing the frontline of impacts and changes to coastlines, ecosystems and livelihoods from climate change impacts. This series was produced for National Science Week with thanks to the Australian Government’s Inspiring Australia program. Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHosts: Hannah McCleary (@mccleary_hannah)Production: Meredith Castles (@meredi...
2020-08-1527 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 69: NAIDOC Week: Corey Tutt and Deadly ScienceIn this week’s episode Hannah and Niamh are joined by Deadly Science founder, NSW Young Australian of the Year, and all-round legend Corey Tutt. Corey is a Kamilaroi man, who is passionate about increasing opportunities for education in STEMM for young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, particularly those in rural areas. That’s What I Call Science acknowledges the postponement of NAIDOC Week 2020 by the National NAIDOC Committee to November 2020. TWICS has chosen to go ahead with our celebrations and use this week to increase and highlight Indigenous visibility on the show. We will also be ce...
2020-07-1227 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 68: NAIDOC Week: The Sociology of Indigenous InequityHealth and social inequities are huge issues in Australia, between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities. The public is often shown the ‘what’ of the issue, in the form of statistics and facts, but very rarely the ‘why’, and the root of the issue. We join Professor Maggie Walter to discuss this, as well as exploring her own personal journey as an Aboriginal woman studying higher education in Australia. That’s What I Call Science acknowledges the postponement of NAIDOC Week 2020 by the National NAIDOC Committee to November 2020. TWICS has chosen to go ahead with our celebrations and use this week t...
2020-07-0527 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 60: Miraculous Marine Life in Macquarie HarbourIn this episode Niamh and Hannah talk to elasmobranch ecologist David Moreno, about his work with shark and skate species in Macquarie Harbour here in Tasmania. The unique and challenging environment of Macquarie Harbour has made the species that inhabit it adapt and become unique from anywhere else in extremely interesting ways. We discuss how climate change is a huge issue for our marine life and how they are responding to this challenge over time, as well as society’s stereotypical views of sharks and how this is often misleading. To listen on demand or to a...
2020-05-1027 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 50: International Women's Day Part 1 - The Co-HostsIn celebration of International women’s day (8th of March), we have an awesome 3-part special! To kick it off, we have an episode with ALL of our team members at TWICS. Tune in to get to know the women working hard behind the scenes to bring weekly content covering all things STEM. We will also introduce a team member each day of this week and highlight the contributions women are making to our science community - follow us on Facebook or Twitter for updates search (@ThatsScienceTAS) or use the links below. Hannah McCle...
2020-03-0128 min
That's What I Call Science!Episode 48: Intercept of Indigenous Knowledge and Marine ScienceThere is a wealth of Indigenous Knowledge in Australia, today we are talking about the intersection between Indigenous Knowledge of sea country and marine science. Host Niamh Chapman interviewed three guests from CSIRO: Engagement Programs Coordinator Dr. Ben Arthur, Palawa woman and Coordinator of the Indigenous Time at Sea Scholarship Hannah McCleary and Quandamooka woman and researcher at CSIRO Mibu Fischer. For more information:The link to the ITSS program is: https://mnf.csiro.au/en/Education/ITSS-ScholarshipThe link to info on the first voyage is: https://mnf.csiro.au/en/Voyages/I...
2020-02-1629 min