That's What I Call Science!

From Catalonia, PhD student Marc Busuldu grew up fascinated by the stars. Internships across Spain led him to a position at CREAF and to his current PhD on how characterising the electrical signal of leaves can help us to better understand and detect drought in forests through satellite imaging.

Marc’s project combines mathematics, electrics and biology reflecting his varied interests which span plants, philosophy and theatre. Join Dr Kate Johnson to hear about Marc’s research and why it matters in a changing climate, his reflections on the barriers to a scientific career and advice to others who may wish to pursue scientific research.

Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod

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

Host: Dr Kate Johnson (@kateplantphys.bsky.social)
Production: Richard Siu (Insta: @richard.siu.photography)
Media & Promotion: Zi Yi Kho

From the posters at the 2026 AMOS conference, we bring you a podcast episode with the latest science on oceans, the climate and weather! We hear from a range of experts who tell us about  the science laid out on their data-filled posters, displayed in a crowded conference room of scientists. 
We learn about all things climate and weather; from climate change communication in Australia to flood modelling in New Zealand to climate extremes  in Antarctica. Join us for the newest poster session episode! 

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)
Co-Host: Tegan Clark (scientist.tegan)
Production: Dr Olly Dove (Insta: ols_dove)
Media & Promotion: Georgia Stewart (@ggstew25)

In this episode, Olly and Georgia journey to the Tasmanian ‘Science in the Park’ event held in late 2025. Science in the Park is a hands-on event where science comes alive in all its forms! Despite a day of rain, wind, and sunshine, visitors of all ages explored everything from AI and robots to Tasmanian fish identification and live dissections, flying drones, and the fascinating world of brains and neuroscience. We also learned about edible plants in the Tasmanian environment and even making a pH indicator from purple cabbage. This episode celebrates curiosity, discovery, and the joy of experiencing science in action, rain or shine! 

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)
Co-Host: Georgia Stewart
Production: Dr Olly Dove (Insta: ols_dove)
Media & Promotion: Katya Bandow (@katyabandow)

In this episode, we speak with Alyssa Seckinger-Crow, who is studying Marine and Antarctic Governance at the University of Tasmania. Alyssa is the founder of the Tassie Student Science Communicators Network and Young Ocean Innovators, and serves on the Antarctic Youth Coalition Research Team. Her research examines how we can build communities that help young people grow into confident science communicators and leaders. As science engagement rapidly evolves through social media and short-form content, Alyssa explores how hands-on practice, good mentorship, and supportive spaces can help young communicators move from feeling unqualified or fearful to seeing themselves as capable leaders. With around 97% of teens using social media daily, online platforms are now among the primary pathways for science communication and climate-action inspiration. We discuss her journey from learning about the climate crisis to becoming a science communicator, the importance of youth representation in Antarctic governance, and her vision for reframing young people as "leaders of the present, not the future."

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)
Co-Host: Emma Hamasaki (@EmmaHamasaki)
Production: Dr Simin Salarpour 
Media & Promotion: Emma Hamasaki (@EmmaHamasaki)

Raised on the coast of Maine, Dr Haley Viehman has been drawn to the ocean her whole life. Starting in civil and environmental engineering, she discovered her passion for marine science by studying how fish interact with tidal energy turbines in fast‑flowing waters. In this week’s episode, we hear how Haley uses hydroacoustics to uncover how fish move, behave, and adapt in extreme tidal environments. Now based in Tasmania as a Hydroacoustic Specialist at Echoview Software, she supports researchers around the world who use sound to understand aquatic life, renewable energy, and the rapidly growing blue economy.
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)
Co-Host: Ella Burgun (@ebburgun)
Production: Dr Hannah Moore (@volcanohannah)
Media & Promotion: Ella Burgun (@ebburgun)