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Talking Biotech with Dr. Kevin Folta

Kevin Folta
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Biotechnology
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Covid-19
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Neurodegenerative Diseases
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Genetically Engineered Corn
Antimicrobial Resistance
Cancer Therapy
Genetic Engineering
Public Health
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Talking Biotech is a weekly podcast that uncovers the stories, ideas and research of people at the frontier of biology and engineering. Each episode explores how science and technology will transform agriculture, protect the environment, and feed 10 billion people by 2050. Interviews are led by Dr. Kevin Folta, a professor of molecular biology and genomics.

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In this episode, Kevin Folta interviews Dr. Colette Delawalla about the threats to scientific integrity posed by recent political and administrative changes. They discuss the importance of federal funding, the impact of proposed policies, and how the... more

Celebrating 500 episodes of Talking Biotech, Kevin Folta interviews Dr. Scott Angle, University of Florida Senior Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources, to explore the future of agriculture, AI innovations, and Florida's agricultural l... more

In this episode of Talking Biotech, we explore cutting-edge biotech tools that are transforming how we detect and address indoor environmental health issues, particularly mold and microbes. With new, highly sensitive methods, we're moving beyond trad... more

Plants can't get up and walk away from stress or predators, so they've evolved sensitive systems to sense and in some cases anticipate changes in their environment. Now, there's sensors to light, to humidity, to touch, to gravity, to dozens of other ... more

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Recent Guests

Colette Delawalla
Founder and CEO of Stand Up for Science
Stand Up for Science
Episode: Stop Political Interference in Federal Science Grants! With Dr. Colette Delawalla
Dr. Scott Engel
Senior Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Florida
University of Florida
Episode: The Future of Agriculture -- Dr. Scott Angle
Brian Karr
Founder of The Dust Test and We Inspect
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Episode: Biotech Mold Detection and Health - Brian Karr
Neil Stewart
Professor in the Department of Plant Sciences at the University of Tennessee, co-director of Agricultural Synthetic Biology
University of Tennessee
Episode: Dr. Neil Stewart-Radiation Sensing Potatoes
Dr. Cory Tobin
Co-founder and chief scientist at Mozza Foods
Mozza Foods
Episode: Milk Proteins without the Dairy - Adam Tarshis and Dr. Cory Tobin
Adam Tarshis
Co-founder and CEO of Mozza Foods
Mozza Foods
Episode: Milk Proteins without the Dairy - Adam Tarshis and Dr. Cory Tobin
Katie Bush
Senior Vice President for Scientific and Medical Affairs at Aveda Medical
Aveda Medical
Episode: New Technology in Severe Burn Care - Dr. Katie Bush
Nathan Montgomery
Vice President of Medical Services at Neo Genomics Laboratories
Neo Genomics Laboratories
Episode: Molecular Residue Cancer Detection - Dr. Nate Montgomery
Salvador Viscomi
CEO and Founder of Carna Health
Carna Health
Episode: Strategies in Combating Chronic Kidney Disease - Dr. Salvatore Viscomi

Host

Kevin Folta
Host of Driving biotech conversations with a focus on translating research into real-world solutions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 418 ratings
  • Essential listening in an increasingly anti-science world. Dr Folta explains things clearly and has fascinating guests to talk about all areas of science

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Sasha Napier
    4 months ago
  • Science based

    Great science based podcast that explains it to my level. Thanks for the continued work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HooperParents
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Podcast!

    There are not enough fantastic scientific resources like this. It is unbiased, accurate and educational. In this world of science misinformation, I applaud Dr. Flora for being a steady voice for objective evidence-based reason.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Movie Minifan
    United States3 years ago
  • Amazing for life science lovers!

    Kevin is a great host, inviting experts to discuss a wide array of biotech related subjects. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1657730000
    Israel3 years ago
  • This podcast is timely and helps keep one current on biotech issues. I enjoy listening each week

    Audible
    5
    Beth
    United States3 years ago

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The Future of Agriculture -- Dr. Scott Angle
Q: How can universities adapt to changing educational needs in agriculture?
By offering more flexible, two-year degrees and certificates, expanding state college partnerships, and designing curricula around real-world agricultural technology like autonomous tractors and data-driven farming.
The Future of Agriculture -- Dr. Scott Angle
Q: What are the biggest obstacles to advancing agricultural technology today?
Funding, public trust, and the challenge of translating research into practical, scalable solutions are the main hurdles, but partnerships between universities and industry, along with retraining the workforce, can help bridge the gap.
Stop Political Interference in Federal Science Grants! With Dr. Colette Delawalla
Q: What would be the practical impact of tightening control over dissemination and communication of funded research?
If dissemination requires approval from political appointees, researchers would need clearance to publish or share results, potentially delaying or restricting public communication and undermining the public's ability to access taxpayer-funded findings.
Stop Political Interference in Federal Science Grants! With Dr. Colette Delawalla
Q: Could you generally take me through the federal grant process and how NOFOs are reviewed?
The process begins with a government notice (NOFO) announcing opportunities, followed by applications that are reviewed by expert peers. Top-ranked proposals, typically in the top quartile, are recommended for five-year government contracts to support the research, with the goal of providing stability for researchers and institutions.
Dr. Neil Stewart-Radiation Sensing Potatoes
Q: How do you make a plant detect radiation and report it?
By using synthetic promoters built around DNA damage response genes (RAD51) to control a reporter gene like GFP; the system senses radiation through DNA damage signaling and outputs a visible signal in the leaves, with transcriptional activity driven by engineered promoter sequences.

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What is Talking Biotech about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A biotech-forward show featuring in-depth conversations with scientists, entrepreneurs, and clinicians who are pushing the boundaries of biology, agriculture, and health. Episodes range from CKD prevention platforms and AI-enabled healthcare, to peptide therapeutics, plant propagation, plasmid-based cancer therapies, and biotech-enabled consumer products. The host steers technical discussions toward practical implications, real-world applications, and policy or public perception challenges, making complex science accessible for professionals and educated lay audiences alike. A notable through-line is translating cutting-edge research into scalable solutions, whether in medicine, agriculture, or industry, and critically examining safety, reg... more

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2. Dr. Scott Engel
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4. Neil Stewart
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7. Katie Bush
8. Nathan Montgomery

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