Working Scientist
Nature CareersWorking Scientist is the Nature Careers podcast. It is produced by Nature Portfolio, publishers of the international science journal Nature. Working Scientist is a regular free audio show featuring advice and information from global industry experts with a strong focus on supporting early career researchers working in academia and other sectors.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 229 | Founded | 19 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BusinessScienceNatural SciencesCareers | |||
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Theoretical physicist Stephon Alexander was 12 years old when his father bought him a saxophone at a garage sale near their home in the Bronx, New York. Soon after he heard Ornette Coleman, a pioneer of free jazz, on the radio. “There was this saxoph... more
Frances Brodsky believes that writing her three mystery novels set in the world of bench science has improved her scientific writing. “I love making up titles for my books and chapters,” she says. “One of the best ways to train someone in the lab to ... more
Brandon Brown “fell into farming” after tiring of city life during the COVID-19 pandemic and now tends more than 150 fruit trees alongside his research into HIV and public health ethics at the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine. “... more
Baking bread during Covid-19 lockdowns provided Chantle Edillor with some career inspiration. “I knew I wanted to do something different and an exploration in sourdough presented an opportunity that I felt uniquely able to pursue,” she says.
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Way too much!! The mans words are enough. You dont need whipped cream on top!!!
Apple Podcasts3RHQ22
United States2 years ago - Terrible production undermines great content
I am dismayed that Nature has put out a podcast that features diverse voices, but then fails to bring the production quality to a baseline minimum professional level. It tells me that diverse voices, in this case the voices of Disabled scientists, are not actually valued at Nature. Long gaps, awkward cuts, and a ongoing pattern of poor production reveal that these podcasts are not reviewed by an editor before release. Is would be MUCH better to release decent-quality podcasts on the timeline aff... more
Apple Podcasts4ComeOnnnUnited States4 years ago - Woke nonsense
Some decent content but poorly produced. Now overly going with “diversity,” you lost me.
Apple Podcasts2Cornerstone memberUnited States5 years ago - Great content and very helpful
The content is great and is really helpful for young researchers, looking forward to more episodes! Is it possible to increase the volume though? I find it hard to hear when I’m outdoor, especially the guest speaking part. Thanks!!
Apple Podcasts5Herbal candy
Singapore5 years ago - Good content, TERRIBLE execution
This could be a great podcast for scientists. But it is unlistenable at times. Other times you can’t hear the guest without turning the volume all the way up which you immediately regret when the host starts talking again. It doesn’t seem like the host or anyone at Nature or anyone involved with production (assuming it’s anyone besides the host) listens to the podcast before publishing it. I would love to be involved with this podcast because it has so much potential but the quality of productio... more
Apple Podcasts2jtcanesUnited States7 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #248 | United States/Business/Careers |
Apple Podcasts | #98 |  Sweden/Business/Careers |
Apple Podcasts | #101 |  Israel/Business/Careers |
Apple Podcasts | #106 |  Austria/Business/Careers |
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What is Working Scientist about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A thought-provoking, career-focused show features scientists and researchers discussing non-traditional paths in science, pathways from academia to industry, and personal journeys balancing research with parenting, creativity, or entrepreneurship. Episodes frequently explore career transitions, leadership, communication, collaboration across disciplines, and strategies for thriving in competitive academic and industry environments. Notable strengths include a strong emphasis on accessibility of science careers, practical career guidance, and a willingness to tackle topics like work-life balance, gender dynamics, burnout, and the cultural norms of academia. Listeners likely include early-career researchers and PhDs seeking actionable advice ... more
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Recent guests on Working Scientist include:
1. Stephon Alexander
2. Frances Brodsky
3. Brandon Brown
4. Chantle Edillor
5. Yasmin Proctor-Kent
6. Sonali Majumdar
7. Simon May
8. Joseph Jebelli
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