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Citizen Science Show

Citizen Science Show
Citizen Science
Climate Change
Biodiversity
Conservation
Australia
Community Engagement
Marine Conservation
Plastic Pollution
South Australia
Quoll
Native Bees
Orange-Bellied Parrot
Inaturalist
Australian Wildlife
Botany
Coral Reefs
Habitat Restoration
Hunter Science Festival
Marine Life
Pollinators

Welcome to the Citizen Science Show, a place to share stories of purpose about ecology.

We explore the diverse activities of passionate people who record observations, gather empirical evidence and use technology to uncover scientific proof for positive social, cultural and political change.

We hope that these stories will inspire and encourage you to take action and become a Citizen Scientist.

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PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes175Founded4 years ago
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Latest Episodes

After a number of shark bites on Australian beaches, the calls for a cull are growing louder. But does killing sharks actually make us safer?

Marine ecologist Dr Jessica Meeuwig (UWA) joins Sarah Han-de-Beaux to separate fact from fear with the data... more

A leopard shark in a Dubai aquarium gave birth without ever meeting a male. That moment of virgin birth, parthenogenesis, kicked off a remarkable career for Dr David Robinson, now owner of Sundive in Byron Bay and a researcher of leopard sharks at th... more

What happens when a weatherman trades the studio for the bush? In this episode, Dani talks with Graham Creed – former ABC weather presenter and author of The Weatherman Goes Bush – about a life shaped by science, community, and a deep love of the nat... more

Sydney's iconic White's seahorse is in trouble. Habitat loss has pushed this endemic species, found nowhere else on Earth onto Australia's endangered list.

But at the Sydney Institute of Marine Science, marine scientist Mitch Brennan and his team ar... more

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Recent Guests

Helen Howard
Australian horticulturist and nursery manager at the Hunter Region Botanic Gardens
Hunter Region Botanic Gardens
Episode: #172 The Art of the Graft: How Helen Howard Is Saving Australia's Rarest Plants One Splice at a Time
Ziggy Gow-Webb
Project manager and Raptor Assistant at Raptor Refuge, Tasmania
Raptor Refuge, Tasmania
Episode: #171 Born Into It: Ziggy Gow-Webb and a Lifetime Among Birds of Prey
Craig Webb
Founder of Raptor Refuge in Kettering, Tasmania
Raptor Refuge
Episode: #170 Wings of Defiance: How Craig Webb Built Tasmania's Raptor Refuge from the Ground Up
Greg Moore
Leading Australian arborist and urban ecologist, former principal of Burnley College, Melbourne
University of Melbourne / Burnley College
Episode: #167 Roots of the Matter: Why Australia's Urban Trees Are Fighting for Their Lives with Greg Moore
Jen Matthews
Senior lecturer at the University of Technology Sydney; coral researcher and community science advocate
University of Technology Sydney
Episode: #175 Coral's Last Chance: How Citizen Divers, Baby Food Science, and Reef Farts Are Rewriting the Future of Australia's Oceans
Graeme Sawyer
Environmental educator, founder of Frogwatch NT, and advocate for citizen science in biodiversity conservation
Frogwatch NT
Episode: #164 “You Can't Just Sit Back”: Graeme Sawyer’s Lifelong Fight Against Cane Toads and Biodiversity Loss
Spencer Hitchen
15-year-old conservationist
Save Sunrise Glossies; World Stand Up for Nature Day; Love Letter to the Unseen
Episode: #173 A Voice for the Glossies: How Fifteen-Year-Old Spencer Hitchen Is Inspiring a Generation to Stand Up for Nature
Rima Jabado
Marine conservation scientist and chair of the IUCN Shark Specialist Group
IUCN Shark Specialist Group
Episode: #166 Protecting Sharks Means Protecting Their Homes: Inside the Global ISRA Project with Rima Jabado and Asia Armstrong
Asia Armstrong
Principal scientist with Project Manta; researcher in threatened species and spatial ecology
Project Manta
Episode: #166 Protecting Sharks Means Protecting Their Homes: Inside the Global ISRA Project with Rima Jabado and Asia Armstrong

Hosts

Danny
Host of the show with recurring presence across episodes, often guiding conversations on ecology, citizen science, and policy impact.
Sarah
Co-host with broad involvement in science communication and community science projects.
Dani
Co-host frequently appearing in discussions on citizen science, education, and fieldwork.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Great Podcast

    Love listening to Citizen science podcast . The broad range of topics and I am learning so much . The hosts are excellent and great questions . Thanks very much for making this and looking forward to many more .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wendykany
    Australia8 months ago
  • Trying to make contact

    I’m incredibly passionate about citizen science, especially in the areas of music, cognition and genomics. I am trying to find a way to get in contact with the podcast hosts, but can’t find any details anywhere. Would love any information I can get about a way to get through to tham.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Krisarnott
    Australiaa year ago
  • Interesting research podcast

    Gives me some ideas about how to engage with scientific research, even without a science background.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AndyMarsh75
    Australia4 years ago

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People value the actionable tips for getting involved in projects and data collection.
Listeners appreciate practical, engaging discussions that connect citizen science to real-world impact.
Positive feedback on accessible explanations and diverse guest expertise.

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#176
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Talking Points

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#172 The Art of the Graft: How Helen Howard Is Saving Australia's Rarest Plants One Splice at a Time
Q: Why do you graft Australian native plants?
Grafting is used to save threatened species, improve rootstock resilience, and enable plants to flourish in climates outside their natural range, ultimately helping preserve biodiversity and provide long-term garden and ecological value.
#172 The Art of the Graft: How Helen Howard Is Saving Australia's Rarest Plants One Splice at a Time
Q: How did your journey in plant grafting begin?
Helen's journey started in Ireland and evolved through England and Jersey before she arrived in Australia, where she discovered a strong passion for using grafting to conserve native flora and to adapt plants to Australian conditions.
#171 Born Into It: Ziggy Gow-Webb and a Lifetime Among Birds of Prey
Q: What was it like to be on a national game show?
The experience was intense but worthwhile, with drama, laughs, and a grand finale worth watching.
#171 Born Into It: Ziggy Gow-Webb and a Lifetime Among Birds of Prey
Q: How did you get into this work?
He was born into it; it's a family legacy and a long apprenticeship with his father.
#171 Born Into It: Ziggy Gow-Webb and a Lifetime Among Birds of Prey
Q: What's your role at Raptor Refuge?
He's the project manager and Raptor Assistant who also handles admin tasks and tours.

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What is Citizen Science Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on ecology, citizen science, and practical ways everyday people contribute to scientific understanding and environmental action. Episodes mix urban ecology, marine conservation, wildlife coexistence, and hands-on citizen-science methods with stories from researchers, educators, and community organizers. A standout pattern is the reliance on real-world projects, data collection tools, and policy or community impact, often highlighting how volunteers and divers collaborate with scientists to protect ecosystems. The format tends to spotlight accessible, action-oriented science that appeals to both practitioners and curious listeners who want to get involved, with notable emphasis on urban trees, reefs, frogs, and other biodive... more

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Recent guests on Citizen Science Show include:

1. Helen Howard
2. Ziggy Gow-Webb
3. Craig Webb
4. Greg Moore
5. Jen Matthews
6. Graeme Sawyer
7. Spencer Hitchen
8. Rima Jabado

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