Chemical Journeys
Chris HughesWelcome to Chemical Journeys. Explore the science and story of chemicals in the environment through conversations with people working in this area.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 26 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NatureChemistryScience | |||
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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 inte... more
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 ... more
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 regul... more
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... more
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What is Chemical Journeys about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The show strands conversations around how chemicals behave in the environment, how regulators and industry manage risk, and how new methods—like AI or green chemistry—shape safety and policy. Across episodes, listeners hear from environmental chemists, regulators, and industry experts who discuss persistence, degradation pathways, regulatory frameworks (REACH, CLP), risk assessment, and practical implications for industry and public health. A notable throughline is translating complex science into actionable insight for compliance, product stewardship, and sustainable practice, often highlighting the human side of science communication, transparency in safety discussions, and the potential for new technologies to accelerate understanding. N... more
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Recent guests on Chemical Journeys include:
1. Kathrin Fenner
2. Joanna Gavins
3. Fola Ogungbemi
4. Dr. Watze de Wolf
5. Steven Brennan
6. Dr. Irene Bramke
7. Dr. Katherine Santizo
8. Anna Zhenova
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