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141. Interview with The Weekend Birder host and creator Kirsty Costa
Jun 18, 2026
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140. Listen To This If...You Want To Up Your Email Game
May 21, 2026
6m 43s
139. Interview with scicomm researcher and evolutionary linguist Dr Hannah Little
May 14, 2026
34m 11s
138. Listen To This If… You Want to Disagree with Someone Effectively
May 7, 2026
7m 02s
137. Interview with ecologist and author Professor Deb Bower
Apr 30, 2026
33m 42s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/18/26 | 141. Interview with The Weekend Birder host and creator Kirsty Costa | Welcome to a new season of Let’s Talk Scicomm - we’re thrilled to be back with you for Season 19! We can’t imagine a better way to launch the season than a chat with the brilliant Kirsty Costa, host and creator of the Weekend Birder Podcast. Weekend Birder is one of Australia’s most-loved science and nature podcasts, opening birdwatching up to anyone who’s curious. Kirsty works at the intersection of conservation, storytelling and community engagement, helping people notice birds, understand ecology and feel more connected to the living world around them. Through conversations and bird walks, Kirsty translates everyday encounters with nature into stories and ideas that inspire curiosity and care. She appears regularly in national media as a trusted voice on birds, wildlife and everyday science.We hope you love listening to this conversation as much as we loved having it. You can learn more about Weekend Birder here: https://weekendbirder.comhttps://www.facebook.com/weekend.birderhttps://www.instagram.com/weekend.birder/ | — | ||||||
| 5/21/26 |  140. Listen To This If...You Want To Up Your Email Game✨ | email communicationproductivity+3 | — | Harvard Business ReviewSunsama | — | emailcommunication+5 | — | 6m 43s | |
| 5/14/26 | 139. Interview with scicomm researcher and evolutionary linguist Dr Hannah Little✨ | science communicationevolutionary linguistics+4 | Dr Hannah Little | UWE BristolUniversity of Liverpool+4 | Vrije Universiteit BrusselNetherlands+1 | science communicationevolutionary linguistics+5 | — | 34m 11s | |
| 5/7/26 |  138. Listen To This If… You Want to Disagree with Someone Effectively✨ | disagreementscience communication+4 | — | BerkeleyBBC+1 | — | disagreementscience communication+5 | — | 7m 02s | |
| 4/30/26 | 137. Interview with ecologist and author Professor Deb Bower✨ | ecologyfreshwater turtles+3 | Professor Deb Bower | University of New EnglandABC+1 | Australia | ecologyfreshwater turtles+5 | — | 33m 42s | |
| 4/23/26 |  136. Listen To This If… You Need To Prepare for Question Time✨ | Q&A preparationpublic speaking+3 | — | Unimelb SciComm | — | question timepresentation skills+3 | — | 6m 32s | |
| 4/16/26 | 135. Interview with parasitologist and artist Dr Tommy Leung✨ | parasitologyecology+3 | Dr Tommy Leung | Journal of HelminthologyThe Conversation+1 | — | parasitismdisease ecology+3 | — | 32m 56s | |
| 4/9/26 |  134. Listen To This If…You Get Invited To Talk With A Journalist✨ | media interviewscommunication skills+4 | — | Science Media SavvyScience Media Centre+1 | — | media interviewscommunication+5 | — | 6m 52s | |
| 4/2/26 | 133. Interview with science communicator Emma Donnelly✨ | science communicationleadership training+3 | Emma Donnelly | Royal Society of VictoriaAssociation for Tertiary Education Management+10 | — | science communicationEmma Donnelly+3 | — | 33m 51s | |
| 3/12/26 |  132. Listen To This If… Networking feels scary (or just a bit icky)✨ | networkingcareer development+3 | — | Unimelb SciComm | — | networkingcareer+5 | — | 6m 38s | |
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| 3/5/26 | 131. Interview with "Bee Man" Clancy Lester✨ | biodiversityindigenous knowledge+4 | Clancy Lester | Bees and BlossomsABC+2 | Yorta Yorta CountryVictoria | biodiversity educationnative bees+3 | — | 35m 01s | |
| 2/26/26 |  130. Listen To This If… you’re struggling to find the story in your research✨ | science communicationresearch storytelling+3 | — | Unimelb SciComm | — | storytellingresearch+3 | — | 6m 03s | |
| 2/19/26 | 129. Interview with balloon scientist Dr Chloe Lim✨ | science communicationballoon artistry+3 | Dr Chloe Lim | TwistyficGiggly Wiggly Balloons+3 | — | scienceballoon art+5 | — | 34m 52s | |
| 2/12/26 |  128. Listen To This If Your Paper or Grant Just Got Rejected✨ | academic rejectionemotional impact+3 | — | Unimelb SciCommListen To This If Your Paper or Grant Just Got Rejected | — | rejectionacademic+5 | — | 6m 51s | |
| 2/5/26 | 127. Interview with cell biologist and science communicator Tina Katsaros | This week we have a wonderful conversation with Tina Katsaros who is a PhD student at La Trobe University in Melbourne, Australia, working under Dr Sarah Annesley and funded by ME Research UK. She is a cell biologist investigating abnormalities in mitochondrial function, metabolism and signalling in cells from people with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS). Beyond the lab, Tina also has a strong passion for science communication and making research accessible to all. Alongside her research career, Tina has actively promoted both her research and research journey through radio shows, interviews, and blog posts. She has also organised a range of science communication workshops aimed at strengthening oral and written communication skills for researchers. In addition, she has participated in outreach programs such as In2Science and STEMpals, which are designed to encourage primary and high-school students to explore and pursue careers in STEM. Her commitment to clear and responsible science communication has been recognised through multiple awards, including wins in the Visualise Your Thesis (VYT) and 3-Minute Thesis (3MT) competitions. She has also been invited to speak at conferences internationally, delivering oral presentations both nationally and abroad. Tina is a huge advocate for effective science communication and believes science shouldn’t be siloed within academia, but instead be shared openly whenever and wherever possible, and in ways that empower public understanding. You can follow Tina and find out more about her work here: https://scholars.latrobe.edu.au/tkatsaros https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinakatsaroshttps://x.com/tinakatsaroshttps://bsky.app/profile/tinakatsaros.bsky.social https://www.rrr.org.au/shared/broadcast-episode/29013/898000/1074000VYT 2024 Entry: Cause-and-effect in cells from people with ME/CFS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=guy6zS9QRxQhttps://www.meresearch.org.uk/interview-with-tina-katsaros/https://www.meresearch.org.uk/research/cause-effect-relationships/https://www.meresearch.org.uk/spend-christmas-with-me/https://www.meresearch.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Breakthrough_Autumn_2024.pdfTranscript: https://go.unimelb.edu.au/5sj2 | — | ||||||
| 1/29/26 |  126. Listen To This If…You need to write a 100-word lay summary | A 100-word lay summary sounds simple, but getting every word to count is harder than it looks. In this episode, Jen and Michael share practical tips for writing summaries that actually make people care. From finding a strong hook to focusing on impact (not methods), they talk through how to make your research clear, engaging, and accessible for non-expert readers. Perfect for anyone tackling grant applications, scholarships, or research submissions.You can find more great advice here:https://www.elsevier.com/en-au/connect/in-a-nutshell-how-to-write-a-lay-summaryhttps://researcher.life/blog/article/how-to-write-a-lay-summary-10-tips-for-researchers/https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.1500882112Transcript: https://go.unimelb.edu.au/z9x2 | — | ||||||
| 1/22/26 | 125. Interview with artist, author and scientist Dr James O’Hanlon | We’re so excited to welcome you to Season 17 of Let’s Talk SciComm. We have some fabulous episodes in store and can’t wait to share them with you. What better way to get the season started than a conversation with the multi-talented Dr James O’Hanlon? James is a scientist, author, artist and communicator with a background in behavioural ecology. He has published over 30 academic papers and his popular science writing has appeared in ABC News, Australian Geographic, The Guardian, and The Sydney Morning Herald. He has travelled around Australia and the globe uncovering the secret lives of insects, spiders and other mysterious animals. If it is small, elusive, and lacks a backbone, James has an insatiable desire to find out what it is and what it does. His debut popular science book “Silk and Venom: The incredible lives of spiders” was released in 2023 through New South Publishing and his public art installations can be found across country New South Wales from Forbes to Boggrabri.You can follow James and learn more about his work here: https://jamohanlon.com/https://www.instagram.com/jamohanlon/https://www.facebook.com/jamohanlon/https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-o-hanlon-1b817582https://unsw.press/authors/james-ohanlon/Check out all of James’ books here: https://jamohanlon.com/books/Transcript: https://go.unimelb.edu.au/9cx2 | — | ||||||
| 1/15/26 |  124. Listen To This If…. You need to say no to an invitation | Saying no can feel awkward, uncomfortable, or even selfish, especially when you want to be helpful or the opportunity feels exciting. In this episode of Listen to This If, in just 5 minutes Jen and Michael unpack how to decline invitations thoughtfully, professionally, and without burning bridges.They share a simple, practical formula for saying no with kindness, discuss how to weigh shiny opportunities against your time and energy, and explore why short-term discomfort is often better than long-term resentment. Along the way, they talk about building your “no muscle,” creating opportunities for others, and why toddlers might secretly be the best role models for boundary-setting.If you’re feeling over-committed, stretched too thin, or struggling to turn things down, listen now!You can find more great advice here:https://www.science.org/content/article/learn-when-and-how-say-no-your-professional-lifehttps://www.psychologytoday.com/au/blog/the-asymmetric-brain/202312/afraid-of-saying-no-to-an-invitation-dont-behttps://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-01-03/the-graceful-art-of-saying-no/11563272 | — | ||||||
| 1/5/26 | 123. Interview with Dr. Tullio Rossi about AI in scicomm | This week we’re thrilled to be joined by long-time friend of the podcast Dr Tullio Rossi - we first chatted with Tullio way back in Season 6 (you can listen to that interview here). Tullio is an award-winning science communicator, marine biologist, and graphic designer. As the founder of Animate Your Science, he has trained over 7,000 researchers across 59 countries to tell their stories to the world. Recently, Tullio has dived deep into the AI revolution, and he’s here to share how we can use these tools to boost their productivity and amplify their impact.You can follow Tullio and learn more about his work here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tulliorossi/https://www.animateyour.science/https://www.animateyour.science/ai-for-researchers-coursehttps://www.animateyour.science/training/ai-for-grant-writingSubscribe to our podcast newsletter, The ChitChat: https://mailchi.mp/06154eb97b24/welcome-to-lets-talk-scicommTranscript: https://go.unimelb.edu.au/db62 | — | ||||||
| 1/1/26 |  122. Listen to This If….. Your family doesn’t understand what you do at work or uni | What if the people closest to you just don’t “get” what you do? How do you talk about your work or studies without sounding defensive, boring, or awkward?In this episode of Listen to This If…., Jen and Michael tackle a common but rarely discussed challenge: when your family doesn’t understand your passion for science, study, or work.They each share a practical tip for navigating these conversations, from finding better ways to involve family members, to reframing the conversation around why your work matters to you rather than the technical details. Along the way, they reflect on motivation, identity, and the value of reconnecting with your own sense of purpose.In just 5 minutes, you’ll hear:Why “it’s complicated” can shut down meaningful conversationsThe power of explaining why you do what you do, not just what you doHow reconnecting with your own motivation can lift a slumpAn episode for anyone who’s ever felt misunderstood or struggled to explain why their work really matters to them.You can find more great advice here:https://pcur.princeton.edu/2019/11/why-you-should-talk-to-your-friends-about-your-research/https://www.academictransfer.com/en/blog/explaining-the-value-of-your-science-to-friends-and-family/https://phdonewhatnext.com/all-posts/explaining-your-phdTranscript: https://go.unimelb.edu.au/tb62 | — | ||||||
| 12/15/25 | 121. Interview with Communications Advisor Rebecca Colless | This week we loved chatting with Bec Colless, who has 30+ years’ experience in science communication, research translation and IP commercialisation, public and stakeholder relations, education and marketing. She has enhanced the reputations, funding and impact of universities and research organisations, innovative businesses – including her own travelling science show – government agencies, non-profits, museums and schools. Drawing on her decades of experience across science, journalism, government, industry and education, Bec shares practical advice on research impact, persuasive writing, value propositions and storytelling and why great communication always starts with empathy for your audience. From grant writing and credibility to Aristotle’s rhetorical triangle and the hero’s journey, this conversation is packed with actionable insights for researchers at every career stage. You can follow Bec and learn more about her work here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-colless/ Subscribe to our podcast newsletter, The ChitChat: https://mailchi.mp/06154eb97b24/welcome-to-lets-talk-scicommTranscript: https://go.unimelb.edu.au/mb62 | — | ||||||
| 12/11/25 |  120. Listen to This If… You Need a Killer Headline | Struggling to grab your audience’s attention? In this week’s episode, Jen and Michael break down exactly what makes a killer headline - one that cuts through the noise, hooks your reader instantly, and sets up your story for impact.In just five minutes, you’ll learn:Why your headline matters more than you thinkThe science of what makes people stop scrollingSimple, repeatable headline formulas you can use todayHow to avoid the common traps that make headlines fall flatWays to tailor your headline to different audiences without losing clarityWhether you’re writing a journal article title, a grant application, or a social media post, these tips will help you craft headlines that are bold, clear, and irresistible.You can find more great advice here:https://www.niemanlab.org/2024/08/readers-prefer-to-click-on-a-clear-simple-headline-like-this-one/https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-025-00771-3https://msutoday.msu.edu/news/2024/06/msu-research-what-makes-a-good-headlinehttps://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adn2555Transcript: https://go.unimelb.edu.au/vb62 | — | ||||||
| 12/1/25 | 119. Interview with medical entomologist Dr Véronique Paris | This week we were thrilled to chat with Dr Véronique Paris who is a medical entomologist studying Australian vector mosquitoes in the Pest & Environmental Adaptation Research Group at Melbourne Uni. Originally from Berlin, Véronique completed her BSc and MSc in Biology, specialising in ecological immunology and exploring how insect immune systems respond to infections. Before pursuing a scientific career, she completed an apprenticeship at the Berlin Zoo, a time when she was unsure if going to university was the right path for her. Ultimately she discovered a passion for research and went on to pursue higher education. Véronique is also passionate about science communication, contributing to Pursuit, writing blog posts, and sharing her research widely on social media. Recently, the Let’s Talk SciComm team was over the moon to share the University of Melbourne School of BioSciences Excellence in Community Engagement with Véronique! You can follow Véronique and learn more about her work here: https://www.instagram.com/mozzienique/https://bsky.app/profile/mozzienique.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@vroniqueparis6https://www.linkedin.com/in/v%C3%A9ronique-paris-bb25a1255/https://pursuit.unimelb.edu.au/individuals/veronique-parishttps://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/jun/23/mosquito-borne-disease-fight-researcher-bare-armTranscript: https://go.unimelb.edu.au/an62 | — | ||||||
| 11/27/25 |  118. Listen To This If… You’ve Just Received Negative Feedback | If you’ve just been hit with negative feedback, you’re probably feeling a bit winded, and that’s completely normal. Whether it came from a colleague, a supervisor, an examiner, or even a friend, criticism can sting.Take five minutes to hear Jen and Michael share practical, compassionate advice on how to regain your confidence and transform tough feedback into something constructive and empowering.You can find more great advice here:https://theconversation.com/negative-feedback-is-part-of-academia-and-life-these-6-strategies-can-help-you-cope-190069https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-handle-negative-feedback-recover-like-pro-may-busch/https://wwmr.us/support/NegativeFeedback.pdfSubscribe to our podcast newsletter, The ChitChat: https://letstalkscicomm.my.canva.siteTranscript: https://go.unimelb.edu.au/6ba2 | — | ||||||
| 11/17/25 | 117. Interview with science writer and performer Dr Phil Dooley | Welcome to Season 16 of Let’s Talk SciComm. We are thrilled to be launching our next season and have a great selection of episodes in store for you to enjoy during the rest of 2025.We can’t think of any better way to launch the season than a conversation with Dr Phil Dooley. Phil is an extremely talented science communicator who wears many hats: he’s a science writer, presenter, comedian, performer, musician, video-maker and trainer. He's worked on YouTube videos that got hundreds of thousands of hits, tweets that saw millions of impressions, press releases that went international, school workshops for thousands of students and science pub nights that had crowds cheering for more.Phil has a PhD in laser physics and is National President of Australian Science Communicators. Phil Up On Science partners and clients have included Australian Institute of Physics, Academy of Science, Australian Society for Medical Research, Inspiring Australia, National Science Week, Cosmos Magazine, Nature Publishing Group, Geosciences Australia, ANU College of Engineering and Computer Science, ANU Fenner School of Environment and Society, University of Adelaide, Flinders University, UniSA, Sustainable Stand Up and more.You’re going to love hearing about Phil’s creative and dynamic approach to sharing science with a whole heap of different audiences. You can follow Phil and learn more about his work here: https://philuponscience.com.au/ https://www.youtube.com/philuponsciencehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-dooley-0963366/ https://bsky.app/profile/philuponscience.bsky.social https://physics.anu.edu.au/news_events/news.php Subscribe to our podcast newsletter, The ChitChat: https://letstalkscicomm.my.canva.siteTranscript: https://go.unimelb.edu.au/z6a2 | — | ||||||
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