In today’s episode, Dr. Sam Rose opens the operating curtains to give us a glimpse into her journey of becoming a doctor. Dr Sam tells Olly and Tegan about how she went from high school to medical school to becoming a paediatric advanced trainee! She talks about the highs and the lows of becoming a doctor and what her future as a doctor for kids might look like!Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodThank you to the whole TWICS team for the incredible behind-the-scenes volunteering every week! Host: Dr Olly Dove (Insta: ols_dove)Co-host: Tegan Clark (Insta: scientist.tegan)Production: Hannah Moore (@HannahCMoore)Media & Promotion: Katya Bandow (Insta: @katyabandow)
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Episode 275: Superstars of STEM
In this episode, we dive into the journeys of two Tassie scientists—TWICS’s own Dr. Meredith Castles and Dr. Jane Younger—who have been selected as part of Science & Technology Australia’s prestigious Superstars of STEM program. This initiative is designed to elevate the visibility of women and non-binary people in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, equipping them with media and leadership skills to become role models for future generations.Meredith and Jane share their unique paths into STEM, the impact they hope to make as Superstars, and why representation in science communication is more crucial than ever. They also discuss the challenges women in STEM face, the power of mentorship, and how we can inspire the next generation of scientists.Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Dr Olly Dove (@olly_dove)Co-Host: Dr Meredith Castles (@MeredithCstles)Production: Dr Simin Salarpour (@SalarpourSimin)Media & Promotion: Emma Hamasaki (@EmmaHamasaki)
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Episode 274: Breaking the Ice
In this episode of That's What I Call Science, hosts Dr. Olly Dove and Emma Hamasaki interview Ann Kristin Lund Johansen from the Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies. Originally from Norway and having studied in the UK before coming to Tasmania, Ann Kristin discusses her PhD research on the drivers of ice mass loss in East Antarctica. She explains the importance of studying ice mass loss for accurate sea level rise projections, her use of Full Stokes equations in her research, and how her international academic journey has shaped her scientific perspective. Beyond her scientific work, Ann Kristin shares her passion for dance, outdoor activities, and poetry, highlighting how these artistic pursuits complement her scientific research.Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Dr Olly Dove (@olly_dove)Co-Host: Emma HamasakiProduction: Ryan SmithMedia & Promotion: Georgia Stewart (@ggstew25)
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Episode 273: Inspiring education in Tassie
“Education, perhaps more than anything else, is a passport to a better life” beautifully sums up the work and aim of the Peter Underwood Centre for Educational Attainment. In today’s episode, Kate and Tegan sat down with Georgia Sutton who is the Manager of the Children’s University Tasmania, a program under the Peter Underwood Centre that provides informal learning opportunities to schools and communities across Tasmania. Georgia talks about the important work delivered by the Children’s University and how it fosters important skills like confidence and curiosity. We also dive into how young people across Tasmania are engaging in STEM and what the future of education in Tasmania could look like. Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodThank you to the whole TWICS team for the incredible behind-the-scenes volunteering every week! Host: Dr Kate Johnson (@KatePlantPhys)Co-Host: Tegan Clark (@scientist.tegan)Production: Dr Simin Salarpour (@SalarpourSimin)Media & Promotion: Zi Yi Kho
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Episode 272: Science to Politics: Emma Hamasaki's Journey Through Marine Research and Communication
In this episode of That's What I Call Science, host Dr. Olly Dove interviews regular co-host Emma Hamasaki about her diverse career path. Emma shares her journey from studying marine science at the University of Tasmania to becoming a passionate science communicator involved with projects like Redmap and Curious Climate. She discusses her work with the Centre for Marine Socioecology, her experience performing at TedX, and her current role with the Greens party. This episode offers listeners insight into the intersection of science, communication, and politics through Emma's personal and professional experiences in lutruwita/Tasmania.Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Dr Olly Dove (@olly_dove)Co-Host: Emma HamasakiProduction: Richard SiuMedia & Promotion: Katya Bandow (@katyabandow)
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