SciComm Stories
56 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago -Enter the digital break room for science communicators! Each week Amanda talks to a different science communicator about their work and together they explore a general topic in SciComm.
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Watch this Space with Sophie Burley
May 05, 2021 19:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBIn this week’s episode, Scarlett catches up with the Astrophysicist and Science Communicator Sophie Burley on her time working with the European Space Agency and her travels to Canada during her MPhys year abroad. They explore the nature of awe and wonder in space PR, celebrate the achievements of women in physics and question the weird and wonderful misnomer that is space weather. Disclaimer - may contain space spoilers and some god tier music references. European Space Agency website: ...
Rap and Creative Writing with Consensus
April 26, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBThis week Chris is joined by Consensus, a rapper and science communicator, who has worked with researchers at CERN to create an album that plays with language and helps explain the secrets of the universe through allegory, humour, and universal ideas. Consensus talks about his love of music, getting physicists to rap, and how his upcoming album will be used to share cutting edge physics research and bring these ideas into the science classroom. Consensus website: http://consensus.avr-mus...
Contemporary SciComm Issues with Clare Wilkinson
April 19, 2021 13:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBDo you have an idea for a book that covers a contemporary science communication issue? This week, Amanda speaks to the editor of a new book series looking for proposals in exactly that area. Dr Clare Wilkinson, as well as editing the series is also an academic in the field and co-directs the science communication unit at the University of the West of England. Clare explains what kinds of proposals they're looking for, as well as gives her insights on some of the current issues we face as ...
Future Trends in Education with Bryan Alexander
April 12, 2021 00:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBThis week Chris speaks to an award-winning futurist, researcher, writer, speaker, consultant, and teacher who works in the field of higher education’s future. Bryan Alexander talks to us about the collaborative nature of working as a futurist, how technology will change the face of schools, and the impacts that COVID will have on education. Find out more about at: https://bryanalexander.org/ Join the conversation on the Future Trends Forum: http://forum.futureofeducation.us/ Credits:...
Diversifying in STEM with Alexia Yiannouli
April 06, 2021 14:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBIn this week’s episode, Scarlett chats with the Vet and Science Communication master’s student Alexia Yiannouli about diversifying in STEM. They discuss Alexia’s work as Editor of one of the UK’s biggest veterinary publications, Vet Report, as they explore the benefits of breaking the mould and translating clinical practice into science journalism. Vet Report: https://www.vetreport.net/category/interviews/ I, Science writing competition 2021: http://isciencemag.co.uk/i-science-wri...
Augmented Lectures with Andrea Brunello
March 28, 2021 23:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBWhat happens when you put a scientist and artist on stage, with no script and let them loose on a topic? That's the recipe for an augmented lecture - a concept born out of the Jet Propulsion Theatre project. This week, join Amanda and Jet Propulsion Theatre Director Andrea Brunello, as they explore how this innovative format can make lectures more evocative, thought-provoking and even trust-inducing. Jet Propulsion Theatre: https://www.jetpropulsiontheatre.org/ The Curious Project: ...
Women in STEM and Being the Face of Your Own Brand with Alice Gray
March 22, 2021 01:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBThis week Chris chats to Alice Gray, the brain behind the Mindful of Science blog and Gray Matter youtube channel. Alice talks about her passion for promoting women in STEM and the challenges she has faced building her own science communication platforms as well as the personal challenge of staying creative (and sane) during lockdown. Mindful of Science: http://www.mindfulofscience.org/ Gray Matter Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOTHuvig3KwvKDAjksnkhHw Inside the pe...
Maths Tattoos, the Infodemic and the Naked Mathematician with Tom Crawford
March 15, 2021 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBIn this week’s episode, Scarlett chats with Dr. Tom Crawford – a Mathematician, YouTuber and Teacher, known as TomRocksMaths on social media. They explore the stories behind Tom’s maths tattoos and his comedic Naked Mathematician persona and dissect the term ‘infodemic’. This is the second instalment of a two-part series on communicating maths in the modern world. Tom’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomRocksMaths/videos The Tom Rocks Maths website: https://tomrocksmaths.co...
Football, Black Holes and Maths with Tom Crawford
March 08, 2021 09:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBIn this week’s episode, Scarlett catches up with Dr. Tom Crawford – a Mathematician, YouTuber and Teacher, known as TomRocksMaths on social media. They explore maths on the football pitch. the philosophy of maths and the science of black holes. This is part one of a two-part mini-series on communicating maths in the modern world. Stay tuned for more. Tom’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomRocksMaths/videos The Tom Rocks Maths website: https://tomrocksmaths.com/ Teddy Roc...
Multi-sensory Engagement with Fergus McAuliffe
March 01, 2021 09:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MBThis week Amanda talks to Dr Fergus McAuliffe about his diverse career in science communication. Starting with his success winning the international FameLab competition, we explore what makes an impactful talk. Fergus then tells us about some of the exciting science and arts projects he's done as part of iCrag science centre. From poetry about 'bog bodies', to geological sculptures, to choir music inspired from geoscience! Finally, we learn from his tv and radio work how to target different ...
022 - Science Interviews with Jonathan McCrea
February 22, 2021 09:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBThis week we are joined by Jonathan McCrea, the multi-award winning broadcaster and host of Newstalk’s flagship science programme, Futureproof. Jonathan shares stories about his journey into science communication as well as hints about how to get the best out of your interviews. Chris and Jonathan talk about their love of podcasts and radio and Jonathan gives us a sneak preview of SCI:COM, a virtual science communication conference happening 9-10 March. Futureproof: https://www.newstalk.com...
Science Interviews with Jonathan McCrea
February 22, 2021 09:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBThis week we are joined by Jonathan McCrea, the multi-award winning broadcaster and host of Newstalk’s flagship science programme, Futureproof. Jonathan shares stories about his journey into science communication as well as hints about how to get the best out of your interviews. Chris and Jonathan talk about their love of podcasts and radio and Jonathan gives us a sneak preview of SCI:COM, a virtual science communication conference happening 9-10 March. Futureproof: https://www.newstalk.com...
Trust in Science with Paige Jarreau
February 08, 2021 06:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBIn this week’s episode, Scarlett chats to Dr. Paige Jarreau, Co-Founder of the science and art platform Lifeology and Vice President of science communication at LifeOmic, the precision healthcare software company. They discuss the perception of scientists as being competent but lacking in warmth, the disappearance of the trained science journalist and the ways in which information can be lost in translation from the lab bench to the newspaper article. For more from Dr. Paige Jarreau, clic...
021 - Trust in Science with Paige Jarreau
February 08, 2021 06:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBIn this week’s episode, Scarlett chats to Dr. Paige Jarreau, Co-Founder of the science and art platform Lifeology and Vice President of science communication at LifeOmic, the precision healthcare software company. They discuss the perception of scientists as being competent but lacking in warmth, the disappearance of the trained science journalist and the ways in which information can be lost in translation from the lab bench to the newspaper article. For more from Dr. Paige Jarreau, clic...
020 - Playful Discovery with Melanie Stegman
February 01, 2021 06:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBJoin Chris Styles in his first SciComm Stories interview! This week Chris is talking with Dr Melanie Stegman. While working in a Tuberculosis research laboratory as a biochemist, Melanie was also dreaming of finding new ways to connect people with the wonders of biochemistry. She realised there was a link between science and solving puzzles, such as the similarity between discovering answers within science and finding the right path in the adventure video games she enjoyed as a child. This i...
Playful Discovery with Melanie Stegman
February 01, 2021 06:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBJoin Chris Styles in his first SciComm Stories interview! This week Chris is talking with Dr Melanie Stegman. While working in a Tuberculosis research laboratory as a biochemist, Melanie was also dreaming of finding new ways to connect people with the wonders of biochemistry. She realised there was a link between science and solving puzzles, such as the similarity between discovering answers within science and finding the right path in the adventure video games she enjoyed as a child. This i...
Environmental Education and Activism with Incredible Oceans
January 24, 2021 22:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBWe're back for season three! And kicking off the new year thinking about environmental activism and how we can reach those who normally don't listen. This is something the team at Incredible Oceans have really focused on, embedding social science into their engagement and training. We speak to the Director Ian Rowlands and Science and Education lead Russell Arnott about how we as science communicators can put this into practice, as well as hearing about some of their fantastic science and a...
019 - Environmental Education and Activism with Incredible Oceans
January 24, 2021 22:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBWe're back for season three! And kicking off the new year thinking about environmental activism and how we can reach those who normally don't listen. This is something the team at Incredible Oceans have really focused on, embedding social science into their engagement and training. We speak to the Director Ian Rowlands and Science and Education lead Russell Arnott about how we as science communicators can put this into practice, as well as hearing about some of their fantastic science and a...
018 - Season Three Trailer
October 28, 2020 08:00 - 12 minutes - 8.59 MBGet a sneak preview of season three as our hosts Amanda and Scarlett chat about their upcoming episodes - plus a bonus guest!
Season Three Trailer
October 28, 2020 08:00 - 12 minutes - 8.59 MBGet a sneak preview of season three as our hosts Amanda and Scarlett chat about their upcoming episodes - plus a bonus guest!
Science Events Programming with Hana Ayoob
August 24, 2020 09:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBIn this week’s episode, we chat to freelance Producer, Trainer and Science Illustrator Hana Ayoob about how the events industry is adapting to the Covid-19 pandemic. Hana talks to us about her work with the Cheltenham Science Festival and The Talent Factory and what we can learn from the digitisation of events. We explore the benefits of going online to accessibility and flexibility of events programming. Hana’s website: https://www.hanaayoob.co.uk/ Cheltenham Science Festival: htt...
017 - Science Events Programming with Hana Ayoob
August 24, 2020 09:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBIn this week’s episode, we chat to freelance Producer, Trainer and Science Illustrator Hana Ayoob about how the events industry is adapting to the Covid-19 pandemic. Hana talks to us about her work with the Cheltenham Science Festival and The Talent Factory and what we can learn from the digitisation of events. We explore the benefits of going online to accessibility and flexibility of events programming. Hana’s website: https://www.hanaayoob.co.uk/ Cheltenham Science Festival: htt...
016 - Social Justice with Lewis Hou
August 17, 2020 13:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBThis week we talk to the brilliant director of Science Ceilidh, Lewis Hou. Science Ceilidh started out engaging rural communities with science through traditional Scottish dance. But the term 'Ceilidh' is associated with much more than dancing and similarly, Lewis and his team have expanded their activities into all areas of engagement under the banner of 'social justice'. In this episode we explore what social justice means and how we can embed this into our science communication work. ...
Social Justice with Lewis Hou
August 17, 2020 13:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBThis week we talk to the brilliant director of Science Ceilidh, Lewis Hou. Science Ceilidh started out engaging rural communities with science through traditional Scottish dance. But the term 'Ceilidh' is associated with much more than dancing and similarly, Lewis and his team have expanded their activities into all areas of engagement under the banner of 'social justice'. In this episode we explore what social justice means and how we can embed this into our science communication work. ...
Sci Comm Monetisation with Simon Clark
August 10, 2020 09:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBIn this week’s episode, we chat to the wonderful Simon Clark, known in the world of YouTube for his channel SimonOxfPhys, where he posts regular videos on climate physics, his PhD journey and exploring popular physics questions! Tune in to listen to us chat about the creative power of collaboration, storytelling in science, keeping humanity at the core of your content and the importance of accountability in building public trust in science! Simon’s YouTube channel and latest video: https://...
015 - Sci Comm Monetisation with Simon Clark
August 10, 2020 09:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBIn this week’s episode, we chat to the wonderful Simon Clark, known in the world of YouTube for his channel SimonOxfPhys, where he posts regular videos on climate physics, his PhD journey and exploring popular physics questions! Tune in to listen to us chat about the creative power of collaboration, storytelling in science, keeping humanity at the core of your content and the importance of accountability in building public trust in science! Simon’s YouTube channel and latest video: https://...
Playful Science with Jon Spooner
August 03, 2020 13:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBThis week we chat to artist and Director of Human Space Flight Operations for the Unlimited Space Agency; Jon Spooner. After dabbling in various science and arts projects, Jon found a way to ‘hack himself into space’, backed by a mixture of scientists, astronauts, and members of the public. This has spiralled into some fantastic immersive projects, theatre shows, escape rooms and interactive missions, all led by the Unlimited Space Agency. Through his anecdotes we explore the importance of b...
014 - Playful Science with Jon Spooner
August 03, 2020 13:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBThis week we chat to artist and Director of Human Space Flight Operations for the Unlimited Space Agency; Jon Spooner. After dabbling in various science and arts projects, Jon found a way to ‘hack himself into space’, backed by a mixture of scientists, astronauts, and members of the public. This has spiralled into some fantastic immersive projects, theatre shows, escape rooms and interactive missions, all led by the Unlimited Space Agency. Through his anecdotes we explore the importance of b...
Engagement Spaces with Priya Pallan
July 27, 2020 05:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBThis week we chat to the fantastic Priya Pallan about her work engaging the local community with Imperial College London's new White City campus. Priya has a wealth of experience in building mutually beneficial relationships with the wider public. In this episode, we hear some great tips on how to move from tick-box engagement to having real, long-term impact and the power of coffee conversations! Imperial's White City Community Website: https://www.imperial.ac.uk/white-city-campus/commun...
013 – Engagement Spaces with Priya Pallan
July 27, 2020 05:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBThis week we chat to the fantastic Priya Pallan about her work engaging the local community with Imperial College London's new White City campus. Priya has a wealth of experience in building mutually beneficial relationships with the wider public. In this episode, we hear some great tips on how to move from tick-box engagement to having real, long-term impact and the power of coffee conversations! Imperial's White City Community Website: https://www.imperial.ac.uk/white-city-campus/commun...
Co-Design with Wyn Griffiths
July 20, 2020 11:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBThis week we're back and kicking things off with a chat to the fantastic Wyn Griffiths. Wyn is the co-director of the award-winning science festival SMASHfestUK, which is known as an outstanding example of how community engagement can be done. We talk to Wyn about how a 'co-design methodology' allows this festival to embed itself in underserved communities and achieve broader reach, as well as exploring some of the ins and outs of planning a science festival. SMASHfestUK website: https://s...
012 - Co-Design with Wyn Griffiths
July 20, 2020 11:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBThis week we're back and kicking things off with a chat to the fantastic Wyn Griffiths. Wyn is the co-director of the award-winning science festival SMASHfestUK, which is known as an outstanding example of how community engagement can be done. We talk to Wyn about how a 'co-design methodology' allows this festival to embed itself in underserved communities and achieve broader reach, as well as exploring some of the ins and outs of planning a science festival. SMASHfestUK website: https://s...
011 - Maths Engagement with Katie Steckles - Part 2
July 06, 2020 08:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBJoin us for the second part of our interview with maths engagement professional Katie Steckles as we move onto her school activities, her television work and how she's dealing with moving maths engagement online! Katies website: http://www.katiesteckles.co.uk/ The Aperiodical: aperiodical.com Mathematical Objects podcast: aperiodical.com/category/main/podcasts/mathematical-objects/ Talking Maths in Public: talkingmathsinpublic.uk Talking Maths in Lockdown events: talkingmathsinpublic.uk...
Maths Engagement with Katie Steckles - Part 2
July 06, 2020 08:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBJoin us for the second part of our interview with maths engagement professional Katie Steckles as we move onto her school activities, her television work and how she's dealing with moving maths engagement online! Katies website: http://www.katiesteckles.co.uk/ The Aperiodical: aperiodical.com Mathematical Objects podcast: aperiodical.com/category/main/podcasts/mathematical-objects/ Talking Maths in Public: talkingmathsinpublic.uk Talking Maths in Lockdown events: talkingmathsi...
010 - Maths Engagement with Katie Steckles - Part 1
June 29, 2020 10:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBThis week we share the first part of our interview with the fantastic Katie Steckles. From Rubik's thumb, to maths busking, to taking maths down the pub with MathsJam. Tune in for engagement tips and some great outreach anecdotes! Katies website: http://www.katiesteckles.co.uk/ The Aperiodical: aperiodical.com Mathematical Objects podcast: aperiodical.com/category/main/podcasts/mathematical-objects/ Talking Maths in Public: talkingmathsinpublic.uk Talking Maths in Lockdown events: talk...
Maths Engagement with Katie Steckles - Part 1
June 29, 2020 10:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBThis week we share the first part of our interview with the fantastic Katie Steckles. From Rubik's thumb, to maths busking, to taking maths down the pub with MathsJam. Tune in for engagement tips and some great outreach anecdotes! Katies website: http://www.katiesteckles.co.uk/ The Aperiodical: aperiodical.com Mathematical Objects podcast: aperiodical.com/category/main/podcasts/mathematical-objects/ Talking Maths in Public: talkingmathsinpublic.uk Talking Maths in Lockdown ev...
Science on Tour with the STEM Response Team
June 22, 2020 09:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBThis week we chat to the award-winning STEM Response Team (Dr Martin Khechara, Ellesse Janda, Phoebe Hinton-Sheley and Heather Angell) from the University of Wolverhampton about their mission to make science accessible to local communities and underprivileged parts of the country. With bitesize workshops, theatre shows and STEM-themed Christmas pantomimes, the team enhances the curriculum, bringing a sprinkle of comedy to science. We hear all about inspiring young people to embrace science t...
009 - Science on Tour with the STEM Response Team
June 22, 2020 09:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBThis week we chat to the award-winning STEM Response Team (Dr Martin Khechara, Ellesse Janda, Phoebe Hinton-Sheley and Heather Angell) from the University of Wolverhampton about their mission to make science accessible to local communities and underprivileged parts of the country. With bitesize workshops, theatre shows and STEM-themed Christmas pantomimes, the team enhances the curriculum, bringing a sprinkle of comedy to science. We hear all about inspiring young people to embrace science t...
Science Videos with Sophie Ward
June 15, 2020 09:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBThis week we chat to YouTuber Sophie Ward about engaging people through science video. Sophie is the creator of a successful science and comedy channel Soph's Notes as well as a regular on the A Piece of String Podcast. We hear her tips for making engaging videos and building audiences online. Plus one or two helpful mantras! Soph's Notes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Qj80avWItNRjkZ41rzHyw A Piece of String Podcast: https://www.stringpodcast.com/ Credits: Dream of the forest ...
008 - Science Videos with Sophie Ward
June 15, 2020 09:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBThis week we chat to YouTuber Sophie Ward about engaging people through science video. Sophie is the creator of a successful science and comedy channel Soph's Notes as well as a regular on the A Piece of String Podcast. We hear her tips for making engaging videos and building audiences online. Plus one or two helpful mantras! Soph's Notes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Qj80avWItNRjkZ41rzHyw A Piece of String Podcast: https://www.stringpodcast.com/ Credits: Dream of the forest (jazzy m...
Science Centres with Rebecca Buttigieg
June 08, 2020 21:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBThis week we chat to Rebecca Buttigieg about her work at Esplora Interactive Science Centre in Malta. Rather than education, the centre focuses on inspiring audiences to love science through fun, engaging exhibits and activities. Rebecca talks us through some of those, as well as what the centre has been doing during lockdown and how she's been coping with her work while single-handedly looking after her two children! Later she gives us a performance of her original song: The Science Communi...
007 - Science Centres with Rebecca Buttigieg
June 08, 2020 21:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBThis week we chat to Rebecca Buttigieg about her work at Esplora Interactive Science Centre in Malta. Rather than education, the centre focuses on inspiring audiences to love science through fun, engaging exhibits and activities. Rebecca talks us through some of those, as well as what the centre has been doing during lockdown and how she's been coping with her work while single-handedly looking after her two children! Later she gives us a performance of her original song: The Science Communi...
Global Science Opera with Oded Ben-Horin
June 01, 2020 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBThis week we talk to Global Science Opera (GSO) founder Oded Ben-Horin about his fantastic initiative. Not only is this a project that brings opera music into the science classroom but it reaches students from multiple continents around the world. We talk to Oded about how the project works and his advice for mixing science with music. We also explore the idea of global classrooms and how we can benefit from moving our science communication to the digital landscape. GSO: www.globalscienceop...
006 - Global Science Opera with Oded Ben-Horin
June 01, 2020 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBThis week we talk to Global Science Opera (GSO) founder Oded Ben-Horin about his fantastic initiative. Not only is this a project that brings opera music into the science classroom but it reaches students from multiple continents around the world. We talk to Oded about how the project works and his advice for mixing science with music. We also explore the idea of global classrooms and how we can benefit from moving our science communication to the digital landscape. GSO: www.globalscienceop...
005 - Science Talks with Dina el Zohiry
May 25, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBThis week we talk to FameLab champion Dina el Zohiry about her experience of the competition. Dina won the Egyptian nationals in 2016 and reached the semi-finals in the international competition. Since then she has spoken at conferences and events around Europe about the importance of science communication and how to make science talks engaging. We hear about the impact FameLab has had on her career as well as her tips for speaking your mind! Credits: Dream of the forest (jazzy mix) by arti...
Science Talks with Dina el Zohiry
May 25, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBThis week we talk to FameLab champion Dina el Zohiry about her experience of the competition. Dina won the Egyptian nationals in 2016 and reached the semi-finals in the international competition. Since then she has spoken at conferences and events around Europe about the importance of science communication and how to make science talks engaging. We hear about the impact FameLab has had on her career as well as her tips for speaking your mind! Credits: Dream of the forest (jazzy mix) by ...
004 - Career Development with Jamie Gallagher
May 18, 2020 12:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBThis week we talk to freelancer Dr Jamie Gallagher about career development in science communication. Jamie has had a varied and exciting career, starting with small activities on the side of his PhD to freelancing as a performer, trainer and consultant. We explore what there is to learn from Jamie's experience, as well as hearing how he managed to get star trek actors wearing some of his enamel pin badges! Later, we discuss training in science communication. Should we be training more rese...
Career Development with Jamie Gallagher
May 18, 2020 12:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBThis week we talk to freelancer Dr Jamie Gallagher about career development in science communication. Jamie has had a varied and exciting career, starting with small activities on the side of his PhD to freelancing as a performer, trainer and consultant. We explore what there is to learn from Jamie's experience, as well as hearing how he managed to get star trek actors wearing some of his enamel pin badges! Later, we discuss training in science communication. Should we be training more rese...
003 - Popular Universes with Jean-Christophe Denis
May 11, 2020 19:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBThis week we talk to Dr Jean-Christophe Denis, a public engagement professional at the University of Edinburgh. JC has done some fantastic work engaging the public with the popular universe of Harry Potter, linking science with the magical elements of that world and drawing in new audiences in the process. We chat about how those projects came about and the key features that made them successful. Later, we discuss the potential impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on public engagement support. W...
Popular Universes with Jean-Christophe Denis
May 11, 2020 19:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBThis week we talk to Dr Jean-Christophe Denis, a public engagement professional at the University of Edinburgh. JC has done some fantastic work engaging the public with the popular universe of Harry Potter, linking science with the magical elements of that world and drawing in new audiences in the process. We chat about how those projects came about and the key features that made them successful. Later, we discuss the potential impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on public engagement support. W...