That's What I Call Science!

From the office to the field, STEMM can be pretty spooky! Join us around the theoretical campfire for some scary tales to celebrate Halloween. From the depths of galleries at night to experiments that just don’t work and voices in the dark on remote islands, Emma Hamasaki, Dr Olly Dove and Dr Kate Johnson talk mishaps and scary things, big and small. 
Whether you’re looking for some fun fieldwork tales, or to delve deeper into the perils of the workplace, from mistakes to burnout and toxic culture, this episode has it all. Come along with us as we share our varied experiences and provide what we hope is some useful advice for navigating the scary world of STEMM and beyond.  
Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod
Thank you to the whole TWICS team for the incredible behind-the-scenes volunteering every week! 
Hosts: Dr Olly Dove (Insta: ols_dove), Emma Hamasaki (@EmmaHamasaki) and Dr Kate Johnson (@kateplantphys.bsky.social)
Production: Dr Meredith Castles (@MeredithCastles)
Media & Promotion: Dr Georgia Stewart (Insta: plutoisstillcool)

Happy birthday, Beaker Street! Hobart’s science festival turned ten years old this year, and Olly was back at its Roving Scientist Bar to hear from some of the scientists that make the festival special. 
Tune in to hear from scientists from across Australia, including a physicist, an ecologist, and maybe even a forensic scientist or two. Plus, we have two very special guests to start this week’s episode: the best volunteer duo from across the whole festival!

Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod
Thank you to the whole TWICS team for the incredible behind-the-scenes volunteering every week! 
Host: Dr Olly Dove (Insta: ols_dove).
Production: Dr Olly Dove (Insta: ols_dove).
Media & Promotion: Emma Hamasaki (@EmmaHamasaki).

Welcome to this year’s episode with the Inspiring Women in STEMM fellows! 
Firstly, we hear from Roberta Amoah, a PhD candidate in the School of Nursing at the University of Tasmania, with a background in midwifery and community health. Up next is Liqun Guan, an architecture graduate specialising in healthy, energy-efficient built environments. And, last on the mic, we have Kimiya Padidar, a PhD candidate at the Menzies Institute for Medical Research, University of Tasmania, with a background in midwifery and human genetics. 
Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod
Thank you to the whole TWICS team for the incredible behind-the-scenes volunteering every week! 
Host: Dr Olly Dove (Insta: ols_dove).
Production: Dr Hannah Moore (@volcanohannah).
Media & Promotion: Dr Georgia Stewart (Insta: plutoisstillcool).

Young Tasmanians are taking over the microphones! Created as part of the University of Tasmania-led Young Tassie Climate Change-Makers Research Project, this episode gives Echo, Lily and Amanda the chance to ask the questions that matter to them. They speak with Luke Cripps from Alluvium Water Cremations about a lower-carbon alternative to flame cremation, and with forest ecologist and science-tour guide Daniel Bar-Ness from Giant Tree Expeditions about helping people connect with nature. Together, they explore environmentally responsible business, climate education, and how young people can help shape Tasmania’s future.
Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod
Thank you to the whole TWICS team for the incredible behind-the-scenes volunteering every week!
Host: Dr Hannah Moore (@HannahClareMoore).
Co-host: Emma Hamasaki (@EmmaHamasaki).
Young presenters: Echo, Lily and Amanda
Production: Dr Meredith Castles (@MeredithCastles)
Media & Promotion: Emma Hamasaki (@EmmaHamasaki)

Curiosity killed the cat. Or did it? Turns out the rumours aren’t true, and the cat is off making incredible scientific discoveries. 
This week, Dr Jennifer Payne from the Curiosity Factory shares with Olly her passion for being curious and why she started STEMpals: the program connecting school children with scientists across the country. 
Beyond science outreach stories, Jennifer also shares her experiences in antimicrobial resistance, and tackling challenges of preventing and treating deadly diseases. 

Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod

Thank you to the whole TWICS team for the incredible behind-the-scenes volunteering every week! 

Host: Dr Olly Dove (Insta: ols_dove).
Production: Dr Simin Salarpour (@SalarpourSimin).
Media & Promotion: Zi Yi Kho.