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Estimated from 14 chart positions in 14 markets.
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- 🇬🇧GB · Chemistry#11300K to 1M
- 🇦🇺AU · Chemistry#45100K to 300K
- 🇩🇪DE · Chemistry#8130K to 100K
- 🇺🇸US · Chemistry#1735K to 30K
- 🇧🇷BR · Chemistry#1300K to 800K
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663K to 2.0M🎙 Weekly cadence·26 episodes·Last published 3mo ago - Monthly Reach
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1.3M to 4.0M🇬🇧25%🇧🇷20%🇰🇷20%+11 more - Active Followers
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398K to 1.2M
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Uncovering chemical biodegradation in the environment - Kathrin Fenner, Eawag
Mar 2, 2026
1h 07m 00s
Chemicals in our language - Joanna Gavins, University of Sheffield
Jan 29, 2026
1h 05m 30s
Early career journeys in academia and beyond - Fola Ogungbemi, Currenta
Jan 12, 2026
55m 00s
Putting yourself in a regulator's shoes - Watze de Wolf
Nov 19, 2025
1h 22m 00s
A tool to improve your regulatory foresight - Steven Brennan, Foresight
Oct 27, 2025
55m 13s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 3/2/26 | Uncovering chemical biodegradation in the environment - Kathrin Fenner, Eawag | In this episode I speak with Prof. Kathrin Fenner, one of the leading academic scientists in the study of chemical biodegradation and environmental persistence. Kathrin and I have a far-reaching conversation covering her background and research interests, challenges and developments in chemical biodegradation research, and implications for policy and society. We have learned an enormous amount about the fate and persistence of chemicals in recent years, and the work of Kathrin and h... | 1h 07m 00s | ||||||
| 1/29/26 | Chemicals in our language - Joanna Gavins, University of Sheffield | In this episode I speak with Joanna Gavins, who is a professor of English Language and Literature at the University of Sheffield. Joanna and I discuss the language we use and how this influences the way we think, feel and act in relation to choices we make, the environment, and chemicals. We start off by discussing the work Joanna has been doing at the Bio-based and Biodegradable Industries Association (BBIA) on how to effectively communicate information about sustainability to consumer... | 1h 05m 30s | ||||||
| 1/12/26 | Early career journeys in academia and beyond - Fola Ogungbemi, Currenta | Happy 2026, and welcome to Chemical Journeys Season 2! In this episode, I speak with Dr. Fola Ogungbemi, Senior Expert in Product Compliance at Currenta. Fola and I talk about his career journey so far, from student in ecotoxicology to senior regulatory consultant. We discuss experiences of early career scientists finding their next steps after completing a PhD, adapting to working in different sectors, the importance of staying open for continuous growth and learning, and the value of mentor... | 55m 00s | ||||||
| 11/19/25 | Putting yourself in a regulator's shoes - Watze de Wolf | In this episode, I speak with Dr. Watze de Wolf. Watze has had a long and accomplished career working as a scientist and manager in both industry and regulatory settings, including 15 years working at the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). We have a wide-ranging discussion about his experiences and observations of how chemicals management has evolved over recent decades, and attempt to provide a diagnosis for the current situation and outlook for the years ahead. &nb... | 1h 22m 00s | ||||||
| 10/27/25 | A tool to improve your regulatory foresight - Steven Brennan, Foresight | In this episode I speak with Dr. Steven Brennan, co-founder and CEO of Foresight. Foresight is a software platform that helps organizations to make sense of complex and fast moving chemical regulations, so they can always be ready for what's coming next. Steven and I have a nice conversation that shows how he turned his years of regulatory experience into a software solution that solves a key challenge - how to get access to key insights faster to understand and manage regulatory change.&... | 55m 13s | ||||||
| 10/6/25 | Getting a grip on environmental persistence – Irene Bramke, AstraZeneca | What happens to the chemicals we use in everyday life once they enter the environment? In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Irene Bramke, Senior Environmental Risk Assessor at AstraZeneca. Irene and I have a detailed discussion about persistence (how long it takes for chemicals to break down in the environment). With recent concerns around plastic pollution, PFAS 'forever chemicals', and broader sustainability goals, the persistence of chemicals in the environment has become one of t... | 1h 01m 39s | ||||||
| 9/15/25 |  Fostering advances in chemical safety research - Katherine Santizo, Cefic-LRI | In this episode I speak with Dr Katherine Santizo, Programme Manager of Cefic's Long-range Research Initiative (LRI). Since 1999, Cefic-LRI has funded over 250 projects (totaling approximately €90 million) to advance the scientific assessment of the safety of chemicals, and to improve understanding of potential health and environmental risks. Tune in to hear first-hand from Katherine about the exciting work that Cefic-LRI does, and how this is helping to deliver progress in chemicals as... | 40m 05s | ||||||
| 9/8/25 |  Green chemistry in practice - Anna Zhenova, Green Rose Chemistry | In this episode I speak with Dr Anna Zhenova of Green Rose Chemistry. Green Rose Chemistry are a mission-driven consultancy applying the principles of green chemistry to help organisations to develop more sustainable products and processes. Our conversation covers: What does Green Rose Chemistry do?Green chemistry as a grass roots movement - the need for education and champions within organisationsHow different sectors are at varying stages on the green chemistry journeyThe importance of la... | 50m 51s | ||||||
| 8/6/25 |  Serving the regulatory compliance community - Janet Greenwood, TT Environmental | In this episode, I speak with Janet Greenwood of TT Environmental. Janet has been working for many years in chemicals safety and regulatory compliance, and runs a community of regulatory professionals (the Chemical Regulations Self Help Group) here in the UK, and a regular newsletter (Chemicals Coffee Time) with over 4000 subscribers across the globe. Janet therefore brings an important perspective from regulatory professionals and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) working 'on t... | 56m 01s | ||||||
| 7/28/25 |  The dual revolution of AI and animal-free science - Thomas Hartung, Johns Hopkins University | In this episode I speak with Professor Thomas Hartung. Prof Hartung is Doerenkamp-Zbinden Chair of Evidence-based Toxicology at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, and Professor of Pharmacology and Toxicology at the University of Konstanz. He also holds positions as Director of the Center for Alternatives to Animal Testing (CAAT) and Field Chief Editor of the academic journal Frontiers in AI, and was the 2025 recipient of the prestigious Peter Singer Prize. We have ... | 1h 16m 43s | ||||||
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| 7/21/25 |  Working together to advance chemical safety - Blanca Serrano, ECETOC | In this episode I speak with Dr. Blanca Serrano Ramón, Secretary General of the European Centre for Ecotoxicology and Toxicology of Chemicals (ECETOC). ECETOC is a scientific organisation that brings together experts from industry, academia and regulatory bodies to tackle challenges and deliver solutions for chemical safety. Through its range of task forces, events and coordination activities, ECETOC is working across the full spectrum of chemical hazard and risk assessment topics, incl... | 48m 19s | ||||||
| 7/9/25 |  Decoding messages from nature - Andrew Johnson, UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology | In this episode I speak with Andrew Johnson, Environmental Research Scientist at the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology and Visiting Professor at Brunel University. Andrew and I have a fascinating discussion about the current state of scientific research and public discourse on chemicals, and how a different approach might ultimately lead to better outcomes for wildlife. Our conversation covers: Andrew's background and research interestsWhat's wrong with the way we do research on... | 54m 10s | ||||||
| 6/30/25 |  How should society manage the use of chemicals? A conversation with Todd Gouin | In this episode I am joined by Todd Gouin of TG Environmental Research. Todd and I have a far-reaching discussion about the science and policy of chemicals in the environment. Our conversation covers: Todd's career journey and the role of Don MackayThe concept of environmental persistenceTools for chemicals management and the evolving policy landscapeExposure assessment and risk assessment - the importance of considering exposure in addressing chemical risksHow sustainability is changin... | 53m 30s | ||||||
| 6/10/25 |  How should we expect the new hazard classes under EU CLP to play out in practice? | In this episode I share an article discussing the new hazard classes under the EU CLP regulation, and what this might mean for chemicals management more broadly. As a reminder, the new CLP hazard classes are: Endocrine disruptors (ED) for human health and the environment;Persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT); very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB); andPersistent, mobile and toxic (PMT); very persistent and very mobile (vPvM).I also share some insights on what has been hap... | 23m 04s | ||||||
| 4/28/25 |  Investigating the fate of chemicals in the environment – Gabriel Sigmund, Wageningen University & Research | I speak with Gabriel Sigmund, Assistant Professor at Wageningen University and Research, and board member of the International Panel on Chemical Pollution (IPCP). We discuss: Gabriel’s background and research interestsHow the fate of charged organic compounds differs from neutral compoundsThe issue of mobility in the environment and the concern around persistent, mobile and toxic (PMT) substancesComplex interactions controlling sorption and other fate processes in soilThe ongoing importance o... | 1h 11m 34s | ||||||
| 4/7/25 |  Tending the environmental science ecosystem - Sabine Apitz, SETAC Europe President | Ahead of the Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry (SETAC) annual European conference in Vienna (11-15th May), I caught up with Sabine Apitz, SETAC Europe President and Editor-in-Chief of the academic journal Integrated Environmental Assessment and Management (IEAM). Sabine and I had a fascinating discussion about environmental science, the scientific community, and the emergence and application of scientific knowledge. We discussed some of the pressing issues and challenges... | 1h 03m 42s | ||||||
| 3/24/25 |  Advancing regulatory assessments for complex substances - Delina Lyon, Concawe | In this episode I speak with Delina Lyon, Science Executive for Environment at Concawe. Del and I dive deep into the regulatory assessment of complex substances. This issue still presents a wicked challenge for industry and regulators alike, and Concawe's work is right at the forefront of this. Our conversation covers: What is Concawe?Del's role at ConcaweEnvironmental assessment of petroleum substances under REACHDel's early career and switch from academia to industryReflections ... | 1h 15m 04s | ||||||
| 3/12/25 |  Addressing environmental challenges while improving human wellbeing - Jason Snape, University of York | In this episode I speak with Jason Snape. Jason is a Research Professor in sustainable healthcare and environmental sustainability at the University of York, and prior to that was Global Head of Environment at AstraZeneca. Our discussion covers: Jason's career journey to dateHis move into academia and future research goalsSustainable healthcare in developing economiesReflections on regulatory persistence assessmentsEnvironmental safety within the pharmaceutical sectorThe threat of antim... | 1h 35m 47s | ||||||
| 2/25/25 |  Untangling sustainability in the apparel industry - Libby Sommer | In this episode I am joined by Libby Sommer, an independent consultant working on sustainability in the apparel industry. Libby and I discuss: Libby’s background and early careerHer work on sustainability and life cycle assessments in the apparel industryWorking with start-upsDrivers of innovationHow sustainability focus areas have evolved over the yearsThe environmental and human costs of textile wasteBiodegradation and recycling of textilesReducing and mitigating environmental emissio... | 1h 04m 59s | ||||||
| 2/18/25 |  Why environmental persistence should be a top priority for safe and sustainable products | In this episode I share an article discussing the issue of environmental persistence, and why this is fast becoming a top priority that producers of chemical products need to address. I also share some insights on what has been happening since the article was published. Read the original article: Why environmental persistence should be a top priority for safe and sustainable products — Embark Chemical Consulting On the latest developments: ECHA guidance on the new CLP hazards: Guidance on t... | 15m 19s | ||||||
| 2/11/25 |  Reflecting on 40 years of regulatory developments in Europe – Peter Fisk | In this episode I am joined by Peter Fisk, founder of Green Chemical Design Ltd, and formerly of Peter Fisk Associates (now Vitis Regulatory). Peter talks about his extensive career journey, and gives an honest appraisal of the evolution and current state of chemicals management in Europe. Our discussion covers a lot of ground, including: Peter's early career and interests as a scientistMaking the switch to consultancy and starting a businessThe advent of the REACH regulation and ... | 1h 22m 04s | ||||||
| 2/5/25 |  Battling misinformation and disseminating knowledge in the cosmetics sector - Jen Novakovic, The Eco Well | In this episode I am joined by Jen Novakovic from The Eco Well. Jen is as an influencer and podcaster in the cosmetics space. She focuses in particular on issues of science communication and misinformation. Our conversation covers: Jen's journey and work on science communication in the cosmetics sectorWhat is misinformation, and why is it a problem?The role of social media and human biasesThe need for effective science communication Misinformation on UV filters, coral bleaching and... | 1h 12m 15s | ||||||
| 1/29/25 |  Championing bio-based and biodegradable products - Jen Vanderhoven, BBIA | In this episode I speak with Jen Vanderhoven, Chief Operating Officer of the Bio-based and Biodegradable Industry Association (BBIA) in the UK. The BBIA is in place to champion the industrial bioeconomy in the UK, and to reduce our reliance on fossil resources to create a sustainable circular economy. Jen has been making real waves in her role at the BBIA. We have a fascinating conversation covering: What is the bio-economy? Why is it needed?The history of the BBIA, Jen’s role, and the ... | 51m 05s | ||||||
| 1/14/25 |  Unlocking the potential of in silico toxicology - Paul Thomas, Kreatis | In this episode I am joined by Paul Thomas, founder of Kreatis, a company that specialises in developing in silico tools for predicting chemical properties and hazard endpoints. Join us for an interesting conversation covering: Paul’s early career and experiences with building a companyQuantitative structure activity relationship (QSAR) models for predicting chemical propertiesThe role of QSARs for reducing animal testingThe role of QSARs in the new approach methodologies (NAMs) ... | 1h 27m 37s | ||||||
| 1/7/25 |  Tackling regulations and product safety in a bio-economy startup – Clare Walker, Holiferm | In this episode I am joined by Claire Walker, Head of Global Regulations and Product Safety at bio-economy startup Holiferm. We discuss Clare’s career journey and her role at Holiferm, where the process of fermentation is being harnessed to produce biosurfactants to replace fossil-derived ingredients across a wide range of products. We also discuss Clare’s work in mammalian toxicology and regulatory compliance, the contrast between working in a startup vs a multinational corporation, the reg... | 1h 05m 20s | ||||||
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17 placements across 14 markets.
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17 placements across 14 markets.