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Let's Talk Chemistry- a science podcast by ChemTalk

The ChemTalk Team
Chemistry
Radiochemistry
Climate Science
Climate Change
Computational Chemistry
Coffee Chemistry
Biochemistry
Organic Chemistry
Food Science
Click Chemistry
Chemistry Education
Renewable Energy
Molecular Biology
Sustainability
Sustainable Chemistry
Metal Organic Frameworks
Crystallization Chemistry
Lipid Oxidation
Transuranium Elements
Peptide Synthesis

ChemTalk (chemistrytalk.org) is a brand-new non-profit, whose mission is to make chemistry more fun, easier to learn, and more accessible to people around the world - in the safest manner possible and also to be perceived in a more positive way. On our podcast, we interview chemists, scientists, and educators from across the globe who show the many career paths that involve chemistry, and how a lo... more

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Latest Episodes

Drug discovery is already an incredibly difficult and tedious process, but what happens when there’s little financial incentive to develop the medicine at all? On this exciting episode of Let’s Talk Chemistry edited by Presley Vu, hosts Poorvi Iyer a... more

Have you ever wondered why new medicines can take decades to be developed and why the process is so costly? On this exciting episode of Let’s Talk Chemistry edited by Presley Vu, hosts Amber Bakkum, Poorvi Iyer, and Nina Deng go behind-the-scenes of ... more

Organic chemistry has a reputation for being one of the most challenging college courses—but what if it could also be interactive, accessible, and even fun? On this exciting episode of Let’s Talk Chemistry edited by Jasmine Winter, hosts Jasmine Wint... more

Dr. Frank Leibfarth is the 2025 Blavatnik National Awards for Young Scientists Laureate in Chemical Sciences, recognized for his work in upcycling plastics and removing “forever chemicals” (PFAS) from water. In this episode of Let’s Talk Chemistry, e... more

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Recent Guests

John LaMattina
Former president of Pfizer Global Research and Development; biotech advisor
Pfizer (former); biotech boards
Episode: Episode 67: Dr. John LaMattina on Drug Discovery, Pharma Innovation, and Industry Myths
Neil Garg
Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry, UCLA
University of California, Los Angeles
Episode: Episode 66: Dr. Neil Garg on Reimagining Organic Chemistry
Dr. Frank Leibfarth
Royce Murray Distinguished Term Professor of Chemistry at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill and a polymer chemist.
University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Episode: Episode 65: Dr. Frank Leibfarth on Upcycling Plastic Waste and Tackling Forever Chemicals
Dr. David Julian McClements
Distinguished Professor at the Department of Food Science at the University of Massachusetts
University of Massachusetts
Episode: Episode 64: Dr. David Julian McClements on Food Science
Dr. Aaron Burton
A program scientist in the Planetary Science Division at NASA Headquarters
NASA
Episode: Episode 63: Dr. Aaron Burton on What Meteorites Can Teach Us About Life
Dr. Lance Wells
Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Georgia and Associate Director of the Complex Carbohydrate Research Center.
University of Georgia
Episode: Episode 61: Dr. Lance Wells on Glycobiology
Dr. Jonathan Sessler
Professor of Chemistry at the University of Texas at Austin and three-time Hodgkin's lymphoma survivor
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: Episode 60: Dr. Jonathan Sessler on Cancer Therapy and Texaphyrins
Dr. Bruce Logan
Professor of Environmental Engineering and Director of the Institute of Energy and Environment
Penn State University
Episode: Episode 57: Dr. Bruce Logan on Environmental Engineering and Microbial Fuel Cells
Phil Cook
Chemistry teacher and viral science content creator on TikTok
Episode: Episode 55: TikTok’s Favorite Chemistry Teacher Phil Cook on Making Science Viral

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Jasmine
Co-host of Let's Talk Chemistry
Elizabeth
Co-host of Let's Talk Chemistry

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 103 ratings
  • Really nice interviews

    This podcast is really inspiring for young people who want to know how chemistry research is created. Really impressed with the interview of the Nobel price is click Chemistry, continues with this!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melissa-Mejia
    Canadaa year ago
  • So informative!

    this podcast is so interesting! it really helps me learn about things going on in the science world but makes it so easy to understand! thanks chemtalk!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    science lover 2222
    United States3 years ago

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Episode 65: Dr. Frank Leibfarth on Upcycling Plastic Waste and Tackling Forever Chemicals
Q: What advice would you give for young chemists and scientists?
Dr. Leibfarth advised young scientists to trust themselves and recognize their own knowledge and skills developed through graduate studies.
Episode 65: Dr. Frank Leibfarth on Upcycling Plastic Waste and Tackling Forever Chemicals
Q: Can you tell us more about your research on upcycling plastic and what it entails?
Dr. Leibfarth discussed how his research focuses on developing new reactions for modifying existing plastics to create more valuable products, rather than downcycling.
Episode 65: Dr. Frank Leibfarth on Upcycling Plastic Waste and Tackling Forever Chemicals
Q: Can you describe your background growing up and how you first became interested in chemistry?
Dr. Leibfarth grew up in a small agricultural town in South Dakota and initially did not enjoy chemistry until he took organic chemistry in college, which reignited his interest.
Episode 64: Dr. David Julian McClements on Food Science
Q: What are the ethical implications related to using nanotechnology in food?
Dr. McClements mentioned public concerns regarding nanotechnology being perceived as 'Frankenfood' and emphasized the need for safety testing and transparency in scientific innovations.
Episode 64: Dr. David Julian McClements on Food Science
Q: What are some challenges in creating plant-based foods that mimic the real thing?
Dr. McClements discussed the need to understand how proteins and lipids interact to control the structural architecture of plant-based foods, making them resemble meat products in appearance and texture.

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A chemistry-focused interview series that interviews chemists, scientists, and educators to explore career paths, research frontiers, and how chemistry shapes society. Episodes cover drug discovery, AI in biotech, sustainable chemistry, plant-based foods, prebiotic chemistry, forensics, and advanced materials, with guests ranging from pharmaceutical executives to university professors and space scientists. The show often highlights real-world impact, policy and funding issues, and the wonder of scientific inquiry, while making complex topics accessible and engaging for a broad audience. A notable strength is translating technical chemistry into practical insights, career guidance, and education-focused ideas that appeal to students, profess... more

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