The science intersection

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Lynn shares her expertise on training older adults — why strength, balance, and mobility matter more than aesthetics, and how simple exercises can make everyday life easier and safer. From preventing falls to building confidence, you’ll hear inspiring stories and evidence-based tips. Whether you’re thinking about your own health as you age, or you want to help you...

Send us Fan Mail What does it really mean to live outside the system? In this episode, I sit down with Arunjay to explore capitalism, money, and how we’re conditioned to equate success with wealth. From smoking analogies to the Matrix, we unpack how corruption and government capture shape our lives — and what it looks like to make choices on your own terms. We also talk about the role of Gen Z, an...

Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to live as a humanist day to day? In this episode, James shares his journey: from questioning at school, to rediscovering community during the pandemic, to raising children with compassion and curiosity. We talk about dialogue, tolerance, and the role humanism can play in tackling today’s global challenges. Whether you’re new to humanism or simply curious about l...

Send us Fan Mail What if your yard could feed your family, your neighbors, and your community? Greg Peterson has spent more than 30 years exploring permaculture and urban farming, transforming a third of an acre in Phoenix into a thriving “food forest” with 80 fruit trees, chickens, and abundance everywhere you looked. In this episode, Greg shares his journey from that backyard experiment to inspi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Wayfinders , I’m joined by Leah, founder of the Wayfinder Group, who brings her experience as a lawyer, mediator, and systemic thinker to some of the biggest challenges facing our institutions today. We trace Leah’s journey from a childhood of instability to the law courts, and then into conflict resolution and cultural change. Along the way, Leah unpacks what i...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore how community power, volunteering, and nature-based solutions are reshaping urban spaces. I speak with GoodGym volunteers about the joy of combining fitness with local impact, and with Dr. Clare Narraway of Earthwatch, who leads the Tiny Forests initiative. Together, we look at how small patches of urban woodland can tackle climate change, boost biodive...

Send us Fan Mail What if exercise could change not just your health, but your whole community? In this episode of The Science Intersection , we meet Paul , coordinator of GoodGym Barnet, a movement that blends fitness with volunteering — from running errands for older neighbours to planting tiny forests. We also talk to Dave , co-founder of Clean Air Barnet, whose citizen science projects are help...

Send us Fan Mail What does climate change look like beyond the headlines? In this episode, we hear a powerful firsthand perspective from Africa a region facing devastating floods, cyclones, and oil spills, yet often sidelined in global conversations. From early childhood memories of environmental disruption to leading climate justice advocacy on the world stage, our guest shares why the fight agai...

Send us Fan Mail Discover how one woman turned personal vision loss into a culinary movement empowering blind and visually impaired people to cook safely, confidently, and creatively. From centering a pan without sight, to mastering the science of cooking, to restoring a cherished “love language,” The Blind Kitchen is changing lives—one adaptive tool and strategy at a time. In this episode, you’ll...

Send us Fan Mail From a career in pharmaceuticals to life on a ranch, from the fashion runway to the speaker’s stage, Andrea’s journey has been anything but ordinary. In this powerful conversation, she shares her experience of coming out as transgender later in life, navigating family and workplace dynamics, and finding the courage to live authentically. With warmth, candor, and hard-earned insigh...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when advanced technology meets a strained healthcare system? In this compelling episode of The Science Intersection , we sit down with Dr. Marshall Runge (https://www.linkedin.com/in/marschallsrunge) Dean of the University of Michigan Medical School and health innovation expert to explore the deep challenges and emerging breakthroughs in healthcare. From wearable tech...

Send us Fan Mail I’m taking a little time out from the podcast to rest, reflect, and prepare for what's next. New episodes will be back at the start of August , and I can’t wait to share them with you. Thanks for sticking with me — see you soon! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this urgent and deeply human interview, HIV and LGBTQ+ advocate Simon Collins speaks about the devastating impact of Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Act — one of the harshest anti-LGBTQ+ laws in the world. Originally recorded and released in 2024, its being re-published this month in line with the upcoming pride parade — because the law is still in force , and LGBTQ+ people in Ugan...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked world of almshouses — centuries-old charitable housing that continues to support older people in need today.  Our guests, Simon and Carmel , share their unique perspectives on the Finchley Charities , from its rich historical roots to its modern role in tackling housing insecurity, loneliness, and food poverty. We hear how these hom...

Send us Fan Mail In this deeply moving episode, we speak with Marina — a Ukrainian-born photographer, graphic designer, and visual storyteller — about her powerful project Local Foreigners . Based in the UK since 2014, Marina shares how her personal journey and academic research inspired a nationwide exploration into the lived experiences of immigrants in Britain. From challenging stereotypes in m...

Send us Fan Mail With thanks to Jade Davies In this episode, we speak with Jade, a PhD researcher at the University of Manchester, whose work explores social media use and adolescent mental health. Drawing on her experience in autism research and employment studies, Jade offers powerful insights into the realities autistic people face at work — from masking and burnout to discrimination and unmet...

Send us Fan Mail With thanks to Dr Paolo Gaudiano. Forget unconscious-bias bingo. In this episode, Dr Paolo Gaudiano —a former computational-neuroscientist and aerospace engineer who now leads DEI-analytics firm Aleria —explains why companies keep aiming at the wrong target. Diversity, he argues, is the thermostat reading , not the temperature; the real heat comes from the hidden processes that de...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when global promises fall short — and who picks up the slack? In this episode, we reflect on the legacy of the Paris Agreement, the power struggles at COP, and the everyday choices that shape our climate future. With sharp insight and grounded urgency, our guest explores the shifting politics of hope, the hidden cost of digital expansion, and why real change might beg...

Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to be a neurodivergent scientist in a system built for conformity? In this episode of The Science Intersection , we sit down with Professor Sarah Rankin — regenerative pharmacologist, educator, and advocate — to explore how being diagnosed with dyslexia and dyspraxia later in life reshaped her understanding of learning, communication, and her own research strengt...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Science Intersection , we talk with Bobby Donohue—artist, animator, and creator of Planet Bonehead , a globally distributed animated series teaching kids about climate science and green tech with humor and hope. Bobby shares how his journey as a creative dad turned into an educational mission that’s reached over 3 million students, why he focuses on elementa...

Send us Fan Mail With Thanks to Ben Wiebe . In this episode of Science Intersection , Ben Wiebe — creative strategist, climate communicator, and consulted on films such as Don’t Look Up and Duty of Care,  joins us to explore the growing power of legal action in holding governments and corporations accountable for climate inaction. We talk about the limitations of COP, the weaponization of PR, and...

Send us Fan Mail With Thanks to Travis This episode landed a little later than usual. I’ve spent a week campaigning, which pushed the last release back and meant I started work on this episode later than planned. On top of that, the upcoming instalment is first doodle episode, and the extra editing time for graphics and captions turned out to be a lot longer than standard audio polishing. It very...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Science Intersection , we speak with Emma Österberg from the Independent Food Aid Network (IFAN), a UK-wide organisation supporting over 500 independent food banks and community food projects. We explore what food insecurity really looks like today far beyond the headlines. Emma shares insights from IFAN’s advocacy, research, and their “cash-first” approach to t...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s short episode, we tackle an important issue that came up in a previous discussion—access to menopause care. Many people have shared their struggles in getting the right support from their GPs, so we’re diving into what options are available, expert insights, and practical steps you can take. Let’s break down the barriers to better menopause care! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we’re joined by Bob Bevil, advocacy and campaigning lead at Chipping Barnet Food Bank, to explore the evolving role of food banks in the UK. From tackling the cost of living crisis to offering life-changing wraparound support, Bob shares powerful stories, unexpected insights, and what it really means to advocate for food justice. We talk about the shifting demogra...