The science intersection

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...

Send us Fan Mail Our podcast is making a comeback on Buzzsprout starting April 4th with an exciting new season filled with fresh content and engaging interviews. Rest assured, our episodes will still be available on Spotify, so you won’t miss a beat regardless of where you tune in. o3-mini-high Support the show

Send us Fan Mail With thanks to Amethysta Herrick. In this powerful and deeply personal story, Amethysta Herrick shares her journey of gender transition, moving from presenting as a man to fully embracing her identity as a woman. With a background in science and technology, Ami began her transition in 2022 after decades of internal struggle, societal expectations, and personal discovery. She discu...

Send us Fan Mail With thanks to Daniel Mermelstein In this thought-provoking episode, we continue our deep dive into Universal Basic Income (UBI) and its role in addressing poverty and inequality. Joined by Daniel, we explore public perceptions of poverty, the debate between cash support vs. universal basic provision , and how societal attitudes shape welfare policies. We tackle the scarcity minds...

Send us Fan Mail With thanks to Jack for being a guest on this episode We talk healthcare for people transitioning and about the current government attitude to trans and gender queer people. We also talk about the politics of trans and non binary folk.  Some swearing present. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail With thanks to Jennie In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Jennie, a talented maker from East London. I discovered her work on the art trail in Walthamstow, where she showcased pieces on the menopause. Jennie shared her journey of creating art about the menopause, a topic close to her heart due to her own challenging experiences with perimenopause. She emphasized t...

Send us Fan Mail With thanks to Hayley Pilgrim. To learn more about this week's guest: https://sociology.sas.upenn.edu/people/pilgrim 🎙️ Breaking Down Barriers: Dr. Hayley Pilgrim on Race, Inclusion, and Unlearning Bias 🌍 What if racism came before race? 🤯 Dr. Hayley Pilgrim dives deep into the shocking history of race as a construct, its ties to colonialism, and why systemic racism still t...

Send us Fan Mail With thanks to Helen for this great chat re sleep. To find out more about this weeks guest go to: https://www.sleeplists.com/ Are you tired of feeling… tired? Helen Sennett shares her incredible journey from battling sleepless nights to becoming a sleep expert. Discover the shocking effects of poor sleep on your mental health, the sneaky habits sabotaging your rest, and why your n...

Send us Fan Mail With thanks to Lee Stewart. In this insightful episode, Lee Stewart, founder of ESG Strategy and author of How to Build Sustainability into Your Business Strategy , shares his 20+ years of experience in sustainability for multinationals, startups, and consulting. Lee discusses the challenges and opportunities of integrating ESG into business practices, the role of regulation, and...

Send us Fan Mail With thanks to Sara Taylor. Sara Taylor, a seasoned diversity, equity, and inclusion expert with 35 years of experience, dives into the unconscious biases shaping our interactions and decisions. Through her books, Filter Shift: How Effective People See the World and Thinking at the Speed of Bias , she unveils actionable frameworks to interrupt bias, foster inclusivity, and counter...

Send us Fan Mail With thanks to Susan Beth Miller Clinical psychologist turned author, Susan Beth Miller, opens up about her journey from understanding human emotions to crafting compelling fiction. In this heartfelt episode, she shares her experiences with grief, mental health, and environmental activism woven into her new young adult novel. Discover the secrets behind her storytelling, how psych...

Send us Fan Mail With thanks to Kristoff Morrow. If you are thinking of an xmas present why not look at purchasing this work of fiction which covers social issues? 🎙️ "From Battling Tourette's to Winning Awards: How a Navy Vet Turned Author Inspires Millions" 🌟 In this gripping episode, journalist, author, and Navy veteran Kristoff Morrow shares his extraordinary journey—from storm...

Send us Fan Mail With thanks to our guest for this episode and around world AIDs day last year I conducted an interview about the day in the life of an infectious diseases doctor to see what the work entailed.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This was last year's podcast for world AIDs day I am putting it out on more platforms.  In this podcast episode, Dan Glass, an HIV and human rights activist, discusses his journey into activism, inspired by his Holocaust-surviving grandparents and his own HIV diagnosis at 21. He describes his involvement in ACT UP London since 2014, and how it provided him with emotional supp...

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Send us Fan Mail With thanks to Katherine. In this episode, I chatted with Katherine McCord, the founder of Titan Management and The Neuroverse. Katherine shared her journey as a neurodivergent individual and how it shaped her career. She talked about her early diagnosis of OCD and misophonia, and how her supportive parents helped her manage her conditions. Katherine also discussed her struggles w...

Send us Fan Mail With thanks to Astrid for this interview.  We focus so much on negative things throughout history such as war. In this episode we talk about all the positive aspects things which people have invented and Astrid even has a game out to celebrate them: https://theministryofpositivedoodahs.square.site/ Support the show

Send us Fan Mail With thanks to Victor Smith. In this episode of the Broadest Church podcast, Rachel chats with Victor, a PhD student, anthropologist, and activist. Victor shares their unique perspective on music, explaining why they don't identify as a musician despite leading a protest drumming band. They dive into their research on how culture can be a form of resistance against capitalism...

Send us Fan Mail With thanks to Sue for appearing on the podcast In this episode, I sat down with Sue to chat about Death Cafes and our relationship with death. Sue explained how the Death Cafe movement began in 2011, inspired by a Swiss psychiatrist and developed by John Underwood in London. We talked about how these cafes provide a space for people to discuss death openly, without judgment. Sue...

Send us Fan Mail With thanks to Anji I've known Anj for a while she has worked in charity for years, has ADHD and wears jackets as sparkly as her personality. Find details about her work via these links: https://anjcairns.com/ https://adhdingwithanj.com/homepage/about-anj/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Anj-Cairns/author/B0747YNQ37?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled...

Send us Fan Mail With thanks to Barbara Williams.  Barbara write for: https://poemsforparliament.uk/about/ For anyone interested in learning more about overpopulation: https://populationmatters.org/lp/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwr9m3BhDHARIsANut04ZYJxT4ayfXsAWYAYftJlAROmDFPpQi9cNUL1CD6_bKz-FWz_vQGGIaAgmTEALw_wcB Support the show