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The Story Collider

Story Collider, Inc.
Science
Mental Health
Friendship
Neuroscience
Climate Change
Stem
Motherhood
Education
Science Communication
Identity
New York City
Family Dynamics
Resilience
Parenting
Personal Growth
Cancer
Grief
Storytelling
Biology
Wildfires

Whether we wear a lab coat or haven't seen a test tube since grade school, science is shaping all of our lives. And that means we all have science stories to tell. Every year, we host dozens of live shows all over the country, featuring all kinds of storytellers - researchers, doctors, and engineers of course, but also patients, poets, comedians, cops, and more. Some of our stories are heartbreaki... more

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In this week's episode, two storytellers reclaim their power—one by challenging a broken system, the other by confronting the ways trauma continues to shape her life.

Part 1: Kimberly Babiarz sets out to fight human trafficking, only to discover tha... more

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This week we present two stories from our archive of people who learned something about their childhood later in life.

Part 1: Growing up in the fifties and sixties, Jenice Matias senses there's more to her mother's occupation than she understands. ... more

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While we often like to think we're in control of our own lives, both of our storytellers learn that some things remain beyond our grasp, no matter how hard we try to steer the outcome.

Part 1: After years of helping others safely navigate glaciers, ... more

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In this week’s episode, both of our storytellers uncover cracks in the education system that prove harder to ignore than they expected.

Part 1: While teaching a summer school math class in Texas, Justine Ang Fonte realizes that many of her students ... more

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Recent Guests

Jenice Matias
Dancer, singer, actress, and storyteller performing in New York City
Independent artist
Episode: Best of Story Collider: Revelations
DB Firstman
Lifelong New Yorker, civil servant, data analyst for the City of New York
New York City government
Episode: Best of Story Collider: Revelations
Monte Montepare
Comedian, storyteller, and adventure guide
Episode: On the Edge: Stories about not having control
Jessica Lee Williamson
Los Angeles-based television writer and comedian
Episode: On the Edge: Stories about not having control
Justine Ang Fonte
award-winning sex educator, international speaker, and professor based in New York City
Independent / University
Episode: Knowledge Gap: Stories about broken education systems
Guilherme Lichand
co-director at the Stanford Lemann Center and affiliated with Stanford Impact Labs
Stanford University
Episode: Knowledge Gap: Stories about broken education systems
Michelle Lanuza
First-year Ph.D. student in Materials Science and Engineering at Boise State
Boise State University
Episode: A Long Way From Home: Stories about being an immigrant scientist
Saba Banaian
Ph.D. student and professional violinist with the Boise State Symphony Orchestra
Boise State University
Episode: A Long Way From Home: Stories about being an immigrant scientist
Cindy Joe
Engineering physicist, Fermilab operator and science outreach advocate
Fermilab
Episode: Best of Story Collider: Loneliness

Hosts

Misha Gajasky
Host of Story Collider; frequent interviewer and storyteller, with a focus on human-centered science narratives.
Michelle Gajewski
Co-host and Story Collider contributor with background in science storytelling and outreach.
Erin Barker
Host and storyteller; contributed to shaping the podcast's narrative voice and narrative science communication.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • At the top of the list —A terrific storytelling program

    Each week the link between science and story is fascinated as people share personal and professional accounts that inspire and educate. I love this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SunRa Rebel
    United States2 years ago
  • Fantastic Stories

    The stories is this show involve humanity. Touching, funny and real. Always about connections

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KLW,III
    United States2 years ago
  • Lots of promotion, some stories

    It’s a mixed bag. Some topics and stories are compelling enough to overlook the time spent in ads.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Wide Awake and Dreaming
    United States2 years ago
  • Science?

    Really not sure how social justice equals science but however, you can push your narrative to indoctrinate the minds of the masses. So please by all means wrap your social justice in a scientific bow so our youth can continue to be victims and oppressed.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BCHOWN13
    United States4 years ago
  • Used to be about science

    The ‘science’ is a thin veil for their political agenda

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    RG 777
    United Kingdom5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Feedback ranges from high praise for personal stories to critiques about formatting and focus on science.
Listeners appreciate the intimate science storytelling and the human-centered approach to research and education.
Some reviews note host dynamics and pacing; others praise production quality and storytelling strength.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#162
United States/Science
Apple Podcasts
#168
Canada/Science
Apple Podcasts
#188
Australia/Science
Apple Podcasts
#109
Russia/Science
Apple Podcasts
#157
China/Science
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#172
Israel/Science

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Cures: Stories about getting better
Q: How did Nick cope with the impact of his father's Lewy Body Dementia on his family?
Nick reflected on his father's decline, expressively detailing the emotional toll it took on him and his decision to seek new forms of treatment for his own mental health following his father's passing.
Cures: Stories about getting better
Q: What challenges did Deandra face regarding her mental health during her education?
Deandra struggled with identifying her mental health issues, particularly ADHD and trichotillomania, while facing the stigma of her family's financial constraints and the fear of deportation.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Story Collider

What is The Story Collider about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Stories blend personal narrative with science, highlighting how real-life experiences— from classrooms and research labs to families and communities— illuminate larger scientific and societal themes. Episodes frequently center on education, healthcare, technology, and courage under uncertainty, often weaving data, policy, and mentorship into intimate first-person tales. The format tends to reward vulnerability, clarity, and memorable moments that connect complex ideas to everyday life, sometimes mixing humor with serious reflection. A standout is the consistent focus on humanizing science through individual journeys, making it a strong fit for listeners who want science to feel personal and relevant while also offering rich opportunities fo... more

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1. The Moth
2. StoryCorps
3. Radiolab
4. Selected Shorts
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Recent guests on The Story Collider include:

1. Jenice Matias
2. DB Firstman
3. Monte Montepare
4. Jessica Lee Williamson
5. Justine Ang Fonte
6. Guilherme Lichand
7. Michelle Lanuza
8. Saba Banaian

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