Best Sciographies Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 40 – Alex Veinot (S6E5) 32:47

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Episode 40 – Alex Veinot The post Episode 40 – Alex Veinot (S6E5) appeared first on CKDU Podcasts.By ckdu

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Episode 39 – Dr. Sian Kou-Giesbrecht 31:37

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In this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Dr. Sian Kou-Giesbrecht, a biogeochemist and assistant professor at Dalhousie University. She reflects on how her early experiences growing up in a science-focused family in Waterloo, Ontario, shaped her passion for ecology and environmental science. Dr. Kou-Giesbrecht discusses her research on nitrogen c…

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Episode 38 – Saurabh Chitnis – Synthetic Chemist 32:10

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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Saurabh Chitnis, a synthetic chemist at Dalhousie University. Dr. Chitnis reflects on his upbringing in Libya, India, and Canada, offering insights into his early fascination with the creative nature of chemistry. We delve into how fundamental principles, such as relativity, influence the color of metals like gold an…

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Episode 37 – Dr. Aaron MacNeil, Marine Biologist 28:08

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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Aaron MacNeil (BSc’01), a marine biologist and professor at Dalhousie University. Dr. MacNeil reflects on his formative experiences growing up in Wolfville, Nova Scotia, where summers spent at Rissers Beach ignited his early fascination with biology. He also shares how the mentorship of an influential high school bio…

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Episode 36 – Will Burt, Chemical Oceanographer 31:49

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In this episode we talk to Will Burt, a chemical oceanographer and Dalhousie alum (PhD’15). Dr. Burt is the Chief Ocean Scientist at Planetary Technologies, a carbon dioxide removal company headquartered in Nova Scotia. The company partners with Dal researchers to study the efficacy and safety of ocean alkalinity enhancement (OAE), a mitigation app…

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Episode 35 – Kevin Hewitt, Physicist 29:56

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In this episode, we talk to Kevin Hewitt, a physicist. Dr. Hewitt is a professor and the Associate Dean, Equity and Inclusion in Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Science. His research involves designing optical diagnostic tools for disease detection. Outside of his scientific endeavors, he’s passionate about increasing the representation of Black …

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Episode 34 – Michael Freund, Materials Scientist 29:01

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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Michael Freund, a materials scientist. Dr. Freund is a professor and the Harry Sherriff Chair of Chemical Research at Dalhousie University. He uses his training in analytical chemistry to do research that informs the design of sensors, electrical devices, and energy storage technologies. He’s also the Director of Dal…

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Episode 33 – Erin Bertrand, Marine Biogeochemist 29:32

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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Erin Bertrand, a marine biogeochemist. Dr. Bertrand is an associate professor at Dalhousie University and her research examines the relationship between marine microbes and ocean metabolism. To do this, she travels to challenging environments like the Antarctic to collect samples of ocean water. She’s also a Canadian…

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Episode 32 – Aaron Newman, Cognitive Neuroscientist 30:12

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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Aaron Newman, a cognitive neuroscientist. Dr. Newman developed an early curiosity for computers in the ’80s. While at university, he found a way to combine his interest in technology with his studies in psychology and carved a path for himself in the field of cognitive neuroscience. Today Dr. Newman is a professor an…

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Episode 31 – Melanie Zurba, Social Scientist 30:25

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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Melanie Zurba, a social scientist and associate professor at Dalhousie University. Her research in environmental governance explores how to design resource management studies that best support a community partner’s aspirations. Dr. Zurba also taps into her creative side to use art as an engagement tool. Her work brid…

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Episode 30 – Shannon Sterling, Environmental Scientist 27:50

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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Shannon Sterling, an environmental scientist. Dr. Sterling is an associate professor at Dalhousie University. When she’s not teaching her students about the science behind climate change, she’s leading the charge as Chief Scientific Officer at CarbonRun, the carbon-dioxide removal startup she founded in 2022. By incr…

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Sciographies – Episode 29 – Chuck Macdonald, Inorganic Chemist 28:31

1y ago28:31

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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Chuck Macdonald, an inorganic chemist. Dr. Macdonald attended Dalhousie University for both his undergraduate degree and his PhD studies. Years later, he returned to his alma mater to take position as the Dean of Science. As Dean, Dr. Macdonald is leading the charge to enhance science programming and facilities – all…

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Sciographies – Season Five – Trailer 2:06

1y ago2:06

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Sciographies is having a come back with season five. Stay tuned! The post Sciographies – Season Five – Trailer appeared first on CKDU Podcasts.By ckdu

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Sciographies – Episode 28 – Katja Fennel, Oceanographer 29:14

3y ago29:14

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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Katja Fennel. She’s an oceanographer, Killam Professor, and chair of the Oceanography department here at Dal. Dr. Fennel’s research involves the development of physical-biogeochemical models, which are tools that can help us better understand and predict the state of the ocean as the climate changes. Dr. Fennel uses …

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Sciographies – Episode 27 – Sherry Stewart, Clinical Psychologist 29:51

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In this episode, we talk to Dr. Sherry Stewart. She’s a clinical psychologist, Canada Research Chair in Addictions and Mental Health, and Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada. Dr. Stewart is known for her research on the individual psychological factors and personality traits that drive a person’s alcohol abuse, other substance misuse, or problem …

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Sciographies – Episode 26 – Dozie Okoye, Economist 28:46

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In this episode, we interview Dr. Dozie Okoye, an economist who studies human capital and economic development, with a particular focus on the African continent. He’s from Nigeria himself, but came to Canada for university and has been living here ever since. His desire to stay connected to his roots in Nigeria has shaped his entire research progra…

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Sciographies – Episode 25 – Melanie Massey, Biologist 30:21

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In this episode we interview Melanie Massey, a PhD candidate in the Department of Biology. Her research looks at how temperatures influence organisms. Particularly, the cascading effects that some organisms experience when they’re subject to temperature fluctuations in early life stages. She also dedicates her spare time to engaging BIPOC youth in …

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Sciographies – Episode 24 – Boris Worm, Marine Ecologist 29:52

3y ago29:52

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In this episode, we interview Dr. Boris Worm. He’s a marine ecologist in the Department of Biology with a focus on biodiversity and conservation research. Dr. Worm is also the Ocean Literacy Ambassador with the Ocean Frontier Institute and the Founder and Scientific Director of Ocean School. Our local listeners may recognize him from his biweekly C…

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Sciographies – Episode 23 – Rachel Chang, Atmospheric Scientist 29:59

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In this episode, we interview Dr. Rachel Chang. She’s an atmospheric scientist with the Department of Physics and Atmospheric Science. Dr. Chang uses her background in engineering and chemistry to study aerosols in the air — where they come from, how they change and move around, and how they impact both current weather conditions and longer-term cl…

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Sciographies – Episode 22 – Chris Moore, Developmental Psychologist 28:07

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In this episode, we interview Dr. Chris Moore. He’s a developmental psychologist with the Department of Psychology & Neuroscience at Dalhousie University. His longstanding research interest examines social understanding and behaviour in early childhood. Outside of his research, he spent the last 12 years as Dalhousie’s Dean of Science. Now that his…

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Sciographies – Season Four Trailer 2:06

3y ago2:06

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Season 4 of Sciographies begins September 16, 2021. The post Sciographies – Season Four Trailer appeared first on CKDU Podcasts.By ckdu

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Sciographies – Bonus Episode – Kathryn Sullivan, Oceanographer & Astronaut 59:28

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In October 2020, Sciographies host David Barclay teamed up with the Open Dialogue Live series to interview Dalhousie alum Kathryn Sullivan (PhD’78, LLD’85) on Facebook Live. Dr. Sullivan is a former NASA astronaut and was the first American woman to complete a spacewalk in 1984. She made history again earlier this year when she became the first wom…

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Sciographies – Episode 21 – David Barclay, Oceanographer 30:06

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In the last Sciographies episode of the year, Dalhousie University pharmacology student Gracious Kashéké tackles hosting duties to interview David Barclay for a change. When Dr. Barclay isn’t moonlighting as the host of Sciographies, he’s an associate professor in Dal’s Department of Oceanography and a Canada Research Chair in Ocean Technology Syst…

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Sciographies – Episode 20 – Sophia Stone, Molecular Biologist 30:11

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In this episode, we interview Dr. Sophia Stone. She’s a molecular biologist and professor in the Department of Biology at Dalhousie University. Thanks to mentorship from strong female influences and unwavering commitment throughout her life, Dr. Sophia Stone built a career in science that can help society answer critical questions about the future …

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Sciographies – Episode 19 – Tess Cyrus, Economist 30:05

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In this episode, we interview Dr. Tess Cyrus. She’s an economist and associate professor with Dalhousie’s Department of Economics. Dr. Cyrus grew up in sunny California, just a stone’s throw away from Disneyland. As a self- proclaimed bookworm, she spent hours on end reading anything she could get her hands on. That natural curiosity sparked her de…

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Sciographies – Episode 18 – Mark Stradiotto, Chemist 30:27

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In this episode, we interview Dr. Mark Stradiotto. He’s a chemist and professor with Dalhousie’s Department of Chemistry. He has also won teaching awards and is the most recent recipient of Dal’s Arthur B. McDonald Chair of research Excellence. Dr. Stradiotto wasn’t planning on becoming a chemist until his third year of university, when a course in…

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Sciographies – Episode 17 – Tim Bardouille, Medical Physicist 30:36

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In this episode, we interview Dr. Tim Bardouille. He’s a medical physicist and assistant professor with Dalhousie’s Department of Physics and Atmospheric Sciences. An early fascination with technology and philosophy sparked his desire to study physics. When he learned about medical physics — a field focused on the role physics can play when applied…

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Sciographies – Episode 16 – Hal Whitehead, Marine Biologist 29:28

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In this episode we interview Dr. Hal Whitehead in his backyard, which overlooks the ocean in Herring Cove, Nova Scotia. Dr. Whitehead is a marine biologist, a professor in the Department of Biology, and author of several books. His interest in animal behaviour led to a scientific career studying the cultural lives of whales (even though his academi…

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Sciographies – Episode 15 – Natalie Rosen, Psychologist & Sexual Health Researcher 29:09

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In this episode we interview Dr. Natalie Rosen, a sex therapist, sexual health researcher, and associate professor of psychology. She tells us about growing up in Ottawa, being inspired by Dr. Sue Johanson’s sex education broadcast programs, her path through university and grad school, and insights from her couples-based research on sexual relation…

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Sciographies – Season Three Trailer 1:45

4y ago1:45

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Season 3 begins September 17th. The post Sciographies – Season Three Trailer appeared first on CKDU Podcasts.By ckdu

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Sciographies – Episode 14 – Christine Chambers, Clinical Psychologist 29:35

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In this episode, Dr. Christine Chambers tells us about her laser-focus career path and different types of pain. She also shares the motivation behind her deep commitment to science communication and knowledge mobilization. Dr. Chambers grew up in Halifax, Nova Scotia and knew at 12 years old that she wanted to become a child psychologist. That path…

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Sciographies – Episode 13 – Lars Osberg, Economist 25:06

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In this episode, we speak with Dr. Lars Osberg, the McCulloch Professor of Economics at Dalhousie University. He discusses economic inequality, insecurity and well-being — topics that have dominated his research career. He also tells us about his experiences studying and working abroad in the early 70s, and how the field of economics has captivated…

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Sciographies – Episode 12 – Eric Oliver, Oceanographer 29:52

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In this episode, we interview Dr. Eric Oliver, an assistant professor and oceanographer here at Dalhousie. Dr. Oliver outlines how climate change is increasing the occurrence of marine heatwaves in the ocean. He also shares his hope for a future where traditional Indigenous knowledge is combined with scientific data to conduct research that has mea…

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Sciographies – Episode 11 – John Gosse, Geologist 31:51

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In this episode, we interview Dr. John Gosse, a geologist with Dalhousie University’s Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences. We discuss growing up in Newfoundland, his adventurous undergrad years studying earth sciences, and how some of his latest research will help us better understand the risk of natural disasters in the Canadian Arctic …

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Sciographies – Episode 10 – Megan Bailey, Fisheries Economist 30:07

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In this episode, we interview Dr. Megan Bailey, a fisheries economist with Dalhousie University’s Marine Affairs Program. We discuss her artistic hobbies, changing her focus and finding her passion, and what it’s like to work at the intersection of ecological science and social science. Dr. Bailey grew up in London, Ontario with a love of animals t…

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Sciographies – Episode 9 – Alastair Simpson, Evolutionary Biologist 31:27

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In this episode, we interview Dalhousie University’s Dr. Alastair Simpson, an evolutionary biologist. We talk to him about a widely-publicized paper his team landed in the journal Nature last fall, and how studying the genetic information of microbes helps us better understand the evolution of complex lifeforms on Earth. We also take a break from t…

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Sciographies – Episode 8 – Jason Brown, Mathematician 29:38

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In this episode, we interview Dalhousie University mathematician Dr. Jason Brown. We talk to him about his early days playing guitar in a band with his siblings, the real-world applications of graph theory, and the mathematics behind Beatles music. In his free time, Dr. Brown enjoys playing music and writing songs. He’s been performing in front of …

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Sciographies – Episode 7 – Sara Iverson, Marine Biologist 30:01

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In this episode, we interview Dr. Sara Iverson to learn about her upbringing in Michigan, her fascinating path through university and grad school, what it’s like to work in the field with wild animals, and how to tag sharks and track them for studies that inform conservation policies. Dr. Sara Iverson is a marine biologist with Dalhousie University…

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Episode 6: Jeff Dahn, Battery Scientist 28:47

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He went from the varsity soccer team at Dalhousie to striking a deal that made him Tesla’s first university research partner ever. Physicist Jeff Dahn isn’t one to “stand around and let grass grow” under his feet. He has led a highly-acclaimed career in battery science. Known around the world as one of the pioneering developers of the lithium-ion b…

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Ep 05 – Sciographies – Sarah Wells, Biomedical Engineer – Heart Tissues & Spider Silk 28:16

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She went from feeling personally responsible for documenting a lunar eclipse as a kid to taking hints from nature to inspire her research as a biomedical scientist and engineer. Dr. Sarah Wells is the Assistant Dean of the Medical Sciences program at Dalhousie University and a professor in both the Department of Physics and Atmospheric Sciences and…

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Ep 04 – Sciographies – Jordan Kyriakidis, Physicist & CEO – Quantum Computing and Asking the Right Questions 29:31

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He went from quantum theory to co-founding his own tech start-up. Jordan Kyriakidis grew up in Toronto, the child of Greek immigrants. He makes bold moves. First, he moved halfway across the country with his then-girlfriend after his second year of undergrad. Now he’s the CEO and President of QRA Corp., a company the associate professor with Dal’s …

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Ep 03 Sciographies Mita Dasog 29:27

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She went from a little girl playing in her dad’s laboratory in India to earning recognition as one of Canada’s Top 150 Women in STEM last year. Mita Dasog started university at age 16, got hired as a summer research assistant at 17, then earned her PhD in her mid-20s. Now she’s an assistant professor of chemistry and her work involves designing new…

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Ep 02 Sciographies Sean Barrett 29:33

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He went from flunking a year in high school to identifying a gap in scientific research on dopamine and smoking tobacco as an undergraduate sociology major. When the young Sean Barrett realized he couldn’t fill that gap through the lens of sociology, he switched to psychology and completed an honours project that served as the foundation for the re…

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Sciographies Episode 1 – Kim Davies 29:02

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She went from creating her own poetry zines to publishing her first scientific paper in Nature Geoscience while she was an undergrad. Oceanographer and post-doctoral fellow Kimberley (Kim) Davies tells us about growing up on the West Coast, her transformative experience watching humpback whales in Haida Gwaii and how she still gets sea sick every t…

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