Kevin Mercurio

Metaphorigins

Science EN ↓ 52 episodes

For lovers of reading, writing, science and general communication. This podcast will aim at acknowledging the origins of metaphors/idioms and the importance of effective scientific communication. My ambition is to spread knowledge on how we articulate concepts and the creative aspect of diction. Most episodes will focus on the origins of expressions, words of high regard, and the meaning behind them. This can overall allow us to acknowledge that words have just as much power as actions. As another aspect to this podcast, I will also speak about the importance of science communication in moder...

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Kevin Mercurio

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S1E1 - Deadly Devotion & Strategic SciComm 23.03.2020 13:18

I explore the origin of the expression "drinking the Kool-Aid", why it is insensitive and actually factually incorrect. I also comment on a recent Slate article that builds on being aware of language when communicating science to the public and those in power. Check out the references and transcript to this episode here: https://www.kjbmercurio.com/episode/001 . Support the show

Welcome to Metaphorigins 16.03.2020 5:15

My hobby, I’ve come to realize, is understanding. Understanding whatever it is I don’t understand. That’s why I, Kevin Mercurio, currently a MSc. student in Biochemistry at the University of Ottawa, pursued science; to develop the skills required to fully grasp something; an idea, a process, an effect after a cause. We use the art of communication to share ideas and develop an understanding. Commu...