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People Behind the Science Podcast Stories from Scientists about Science, Life, Research, and Science Careers

Dr. Marie McNeely, featuring top scientists speaking about their life and c
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Are you searching for great stories to ignite your curiosity, teach you to perform better in life and career, inspire your mind, and make you laugh along the way? In this science podcast, Dr. Marie McNeely introduces you to the brilliant researchers behind the latest scientific discoveries. Join us as they share their greatest failures, most staggering successes, candid career advice, and what dri... more

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Dr. Martha Muñoz is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Yale University. Martha is an evolutionary biologist who is working to better understand how and why evolution proceeds unevenly across the tree of li... more

Dr. Steven Platt is a Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) Herpetologist for Southeast Asia. Steve is a crocodile and turtle biologist who studies these animals in the field and in captivity. Many species of crocodiles and turtles are endangered, and ... more

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Dr. Sharlene Santana is Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Washington and Curator of Mammals at the University of Washington's Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture. As an integrative and evolutionary biologis... more

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Dr. Ashok K. Shetty is a University Distinguished Professor in the Department of Cell Biology and Genetics and Associate Director of the Institute for Regenerative Medicine at Texas A&M University, Naresh Vashisht College of Medicine. He is developin... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Sharlene Santana
Integrator of functional biology and evolutionary studies; Associate Professor and Curator of Mammals at UW
University of Washington
Episode: 870: Determining the Drivers of Diversity in Bats and Other Mammals - Dr. Sharlene Santana
Ashok Shetty
University Distinguished Professor, Texas A&M University College of Medicine
Texas A&M University
Episode: 869: Developing Extracellular Vesicle Treatments to Address Brain Aging and Inflammation - Dr. Ashok Shetty
Dr. Ayse Turak
Associate Professor, Engineering Physics at McMaster University
McMaster University
Episode: 868: Engineering Affordable Organic Electronics to Power and Light the World - Dr. Ayse Turak
Dr. Sydney Glassman
Associate Professor in Microbiology and Plant Science at UC Riverside
University of California, Riverside
Episode: 867: Examining How Fungi and Soil Microbes Drive Ecosystem Recovery After Wildfires - Dr. Sydney Glassman
Ted Bergin
Astrochemist, Professor and Chair of Astronomy at the University of Michigan
University of Michigan, Astronomy
Episode: 866: Astrochemist Studying the Elements of Planet and Star Formation - Dr. Ted Bergin
Cori Richards-Zawacki
Associate Professor, Director of the Pymatuning Lab of Ecology, University of Pittsburgh
University of Pittsburgh
Episode: 865: Investigating How Frogs are Impacted by Climate Change, Fungal Disease, and Selection Pressures - Dr. Cori Richards-Zawacki
Laura Bradfield
Senior lecturer in psychology researching compulsivity and neuroinflammation
University of Sydney
Episode: 864: Investigating How Brain Inflammation May Contribute to Compulsivity - Dr. Laura Bradfield
Tim Long
Professor of Chemistry, Director of the Macromolecules Innovation Institute at Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech
Episode: 863: Developing Novel Materials with Wide Applications from Medicine to Manufacturing - Dr. Tim Long
Dr. Tajie Harris
Associate professor in the School of Medicine at the University of Virginia; neuroimmunologist studying brain infections
University of Virginia, Neuroscience Department
Episode: 862: Understanding How the Brain Battles Infection - Dr. Tajie Harris

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Dr. Marie McNeely
Host of the show and podcast focused on sharing scientists' stories and journeys; guides interviews and introduces guests.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 358 ratings
  • Boring

    Talk about science and not about how brilliant your guest are.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    johnfivethousand
    United Statesa month ago
  • scientists talk about t their research and careers. interesting behind the scenes look at science đź”­đź§Ş

    Audible
    5
    Mike Green
    United States2 years ago
  • fascinating stories from interesting people

    scientists talk about t their research and careers. interesting behind the scenes look at science đź”­đź§Ş

    Audible
    5
    Mike Green
    United States2 years ago
  • Voyage through the cosmos. 🌌

    Dr. Marie McNeely introduces scientists and their stories to the public in a unique and profound manner, she has a logical approach towards crucial conversations. “Einstein was urging us to tear down the walls around science that have excluded and intimidated so many of us — to translate scientific insights from the jargon of its priesthood into the spoken language shared by us all, so that we may take these insights to heart and be changed by a personal encounter with the wonders they reveal.” ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sinai.Coons
    United States4 years ago
  • Voyage through the cosmos. 🌌

    Dr. Marie McNeely introduces scientists and their stories to the public in a unique and profound manner, she has a logical approach toward crucial conversations. “Einstein was urging us to tear down the walls around science that have excluded and intimidated so many of us — to translate scientific insights from the jargon of its priesthood into the spoken language shared by us all, so that we may take these insights to heart and be changed by a personal encounter with the wonders they reveal.”

    —... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sinai.Coons
    United States5 years ago

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Fans appreciate personal stories and career guidance intertwined with scientific discussion.
Listeners praise the host for a calm, clear interviewing style that makes complex science accessible.
Feedback highlights the depth and variety of guests, from academia to industry.

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#248
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Talking Points

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869: Developing Extracellular Vesicle Treatments to Address Brain Aging and Inflammation - Dr. Ashok Shetty
Q: Ash, is there a particular project you are most excited about right now?
The ongoing project on intranasal delivery of neural stem cell-derived extracellular vesicles shows promise in reducing inflammation and slowing cognitive decline in Alzheimer's models, with potential to translate into a non-invasive therapy.
867: Examining How Fungi and Soil Microbes Drive Ecosystem Recovery After Wildfires - Dr. Sydney Glassman
Q: Is there a piece of advice that somebody gave you at some point in your career that really helped that you can pass on to our listeners today?
The idea of making lemonade out of lemons and embracing the concept of falling up—turning failures into learning opportunities, persisting through setbacks, and using adversity to propel progress rather than derail it.
867: Examining How Fungi and Soil Microbes Drive Ecosystem Recovery After Wildfires - Dr. Sydney Glassman
Q: So do you have an example of a big challenge that you faced or a major failure that you had?
We faced extensive troubleshooting of pyrocosms for reliable temperature profiles, dealing with questions like whether to bury the setups, how charcoal amounts interacted with different soils, and how to manage weather, air quality, and even the COVID shutdown; ultimately, differences in soil types required adjusting fire intensity to achieve comparable conditions.
866: Astrochemist Studying the Elements of Planet and Star Formation - Dr. Ted Bergin
Q: What was one of your favorite discoveries or successes in your research?
Using hydrogen deuteride detected in a planet-forming disk to measure mass and abundances, enabling a more robust understanding of the chemistry in early planetary systems.
866: Astrochemist Studying the Elements of Planet and Star Formation - Dr. Ted Bergin
Q: Can you tell us how you describe your work to someone not familiar with astronomy?
I frame it as understanding how life could arise by tracing how water, carbon, nitrogen and other essential materials form and are distributed in planetary systems, combining chemistry, physics, and astronomy to study planet formation.

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2. Ashok Shetty
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5. Ted Bergin
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