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Welcome to Curious by Nature, presented by Newswise. The podcast for curious people. In each episode, listeners can travel briefly into the fascinating world that comes with years of dedication to one field of study. Be inspired by the many amazing things that are going on right now, some may have a major effect on our lives. Enjoy this concentrated knowledge from experts. We hope you can take ins... more

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	111	Founded	2 years ago
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Karsten Eastman – Why So Many Peptides Won’t Work

You’ve probably heard people talking about peptides lately. They’re everywhere on social media, promising everything from anti-aging to better fitness. But what are peptides really, and could they become one of the biggest breakthroughs in medicine? ... more

14 Aug 2026 • 23 min

Newswise – Are You Talking to ME? | Part 2

Joining the panel are Ella McCarthy, Co-founder of Sci_Burst and former Communication Specialist at the Australian National University; Dr. Will Grant, Associate Professor at the Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science; Dr. Isa... more

7 Aug 2026 • 19 min

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Newswise – Are You Talking to ME? | Part 1

At Newswise, we host a monthly webinar series, and this month’s webinar is titled “Are You Talking to Me?” Today, we’re bringing together science communication researchers and professionals to share the latest research on communicating science more e... more

31 Jul 2026 • 28 min

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Dr. Kelly Swanson – Does My Pet Have a Healthy Microbiome?

Every pet owner wants to know the absolute best food to put in their dog or cat's bowl, but the endless rows of grocery store options have turned feeding time into a total guessing game. From raw diets and sous vide to traditional kibble, picking the... more

24 Jul 2026 • 17 min

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Recent Guests

Ella McCarthy

Co-founder of Cyburst and former communications specialist at Australian National University

Cyburst / Australian National University

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Will Grant

Associate professor at the Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science

Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science

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Isabel Freiling

Assistant professor of communication at the University of Utah, responsible AI fellow

University of Utah

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Shelley Wunder-Smith

Director of research communications at Georgia Tech

Georgia Institute of Technology

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Isabelle Freiling

Assistant professor of communications at the University of Utah; responsible AI fellow

University of Utah

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Kelly Swanson

Professor of Animal Sciences; Director of the Division of Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois

University of Illinois

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Siniša Hrvatin

Assistant Professor of Biology at MIT, Whitehead Institute member, Freeman Hrabowski HHMI scholar

MIT; Whitehead Institute; HHMI

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Brian Southwell

Distinguished fellow at RTI International, science communication researcher

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Jessica Johnson

Host of Curious by Nature, Newswise

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings

Perfect for Curious Minds
If you are not listening to it, you are missing out. I love how the podcast breaks down complex science topics into fun, interesting episodes. The guests always bring incredible insights. It is a must-listen for anyone who loves learning about sciences and nature.
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5
auchen59
United States2 months ago
Expect the Unexpected
The range of topics keeps things interesting. You never know what you’re going to learn next!
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5
Hals2026
South Africa2 months ago
Cool!
Love the vibe, it feels like you’re just hanging out learning cool stuff. 😎
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5
lyxqtyuu
Philippines2 months ago
Informative
Very informative podcast.
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lableymr
Philippines2 months ago
Great Podcast
I love this podcast it is super insightful hearing from all these experts. Keep up the great work.
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Newswise – Are You Talking to ME? | Part 2

Q: Is public engagement part of faculty tenure and promotion, and how does that affect communication strategy?

Answers indicate that public engagement is often not formal in tenure unless tied to extension or state roles; this can create a time-cost conflict, yet leadership with prior CDC experience can lend credibility and support for better science communication.

Newswise – Are You Talking to ME? | Part 2

Q: Do you have difficulty justifying to leadership that a message may have fewer but higher-quality hits when targeting a specific audience?

They note leadership credibility benefits when communicating clear goals, showing how engagement aligns with public funding and impact, even if viral metrics are not the primary measure of success.

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Q: For public speaking and writing, how do you translate audience empathy into other formats and maintain consistency across channels?

The panel advocates putting themselves in the audience, testing messaging across formats, and using a core narrative adapted for different channels, while recognizing the need to adjust for decision-makers like policymakers versus general readers.

Newswise – Are You Talking to ME? | Part 2

Q: Can you say anything about the difficulty of getting media coverage when you have to make audience-specific messaging and still reach a broader outlet?

Respondents note that targeted messaging can complicate coverage, but emphasize testing messages with audiences and leaders, and selecting channels that yield the best likelihood of coverage while maintaining clarity and credibility.

Newswise – Are You Talking to ME? | Part 2

Q: To start off the conversation, from the perspective of a university research communications team, what does it look like to move from audience, in quotes, as a general concept, to audience as an actual editorial decision?

Panelists describe defining audience segments (students, clinicians, researchers, lay readers), tailoring framing and format (story vs. social posts), and aligning messaging with institutional priorities and the intended impact on readers, with a reminder that dedicated strategies may be needed for distinct groups.

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What is Curious by Nature about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Curated conversations with scientists, physicians, public health experts, and researchers who illuminate how science connects to everyday life. Recent episodes cover topics from pet gut health and nutrition trends to hibernation biology, concussion management, science communication, hospital sound design, aging with mRNA technologies, wearable medical devices, regenerative biology, and food systems economics. The show tends to feature researchers and clinicians who translate complex findings into practical takeaways, often with a focus on health, technology, and public interest. It's likely to appeal to curious listeners who value evidence-based insights, actionable guidance, and broader discussions about how science shapes society and dail... more

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