That's What I Call Science!

We love a good science and sport cross-over. In this episode, Olly and Georgia chat to forensic scientist, Craig Gardner about his dual passion for science and rugby union refereeing. What does it ta…

Space is full of amazing stuff we can’t see with the naked eye! Join Olly and Georgia in this episode as they embark on a journey to the distant reaches of the universe with Sophie Young, a first-yea…

In August each year, a horde of science communicators arrive in lutruwita/Tasmania, ready to share their work with the public at the Beaker Street Festival. One of the many special events across the …

In August each year, a horde of science communicators arrive in lutruwita/Tasmania, ready to share their work with the public at the Beaker Street Festival. One of the many special events across the …

Unsurprisingly, we love science communication here at That’s What I Call Science, as do the hosts of the Let’s Talk SciComm podcast at The University of Melbourne. Naturally, we thought this made for…

In this episode, we catch up with Anna, a co-manager and founding member of TWICS. After switching gears from tech to communications, Anna opens up about her late ADHD diagnosis and what it means to …

Urban tree ecophysiologist Dr Christoph Bachofen tells us how plants, chemistry, physics and art are intertwined through the lens of city trees. Join Christoph and Dr Kate Johnson to learn how trees …

Have you ever used a FitBit? Quit an addiction using an app? Did you wonder why they are so successful at helping people change their behaviours? These technologies are called ‘Persuasive Technologie…

Ever been faced with technology problems you have no idea how to fix? Error messages popping up, got another call to fix your nan’s remote control, your new smart tv making you feel…not so smart? Our…

The online world is full of great content to consume. But for every piece of useful information, there are innumerable sources of harmful and disturbing content that can be accessed. Content that is …

Each year, Science in the Pub Tasmania’s Inspiring Women in STEMM Fellowship not only recognises incredible women working in STEMM in Tasmania, but also provides the chance for them to conduct outrea…

Welcome, listeners, to Part 4 of our mini-series recorded on the CSIRO research vessel (RV) Investigator!

There’s a lot of water out there in the ocean, and the scientists in today’s episode are deter…

Welcome, listeners, to Part 3 of our mini-series recorded on the CSIRO research vessel (RV) Investigator!

You’ve likely learnt long ago to keep electronics as far away from water as possible. But, in …

Welcome, listeners, to Part 2 of our mini-series recorded on the CSIRO research vessel (RV) Investigator!

Have you ever tried your hand at a lucky dip? What about hook-a-duck? In this week’s episode w…

Welcome, listeners, to Part 1 of our mini-series recorded on the CSIRO research vessel (RV) Investigator!

In March 2024, Olly headed out to sea and interviewed not 1, not 2, but 26 of the adventurers …

What does it take to be an Olympian, and where do you go afterwards? In this episode, join Olly and Georgia for a compelling conversation with former Australian Olympic rower turned civil engineer Me…

Explore Dr Anna Matala's extraordinary journey from violinist to pioneering scientist in this compelling episode. From her groundbreaking work in pyrolysis modelling to her pivotal role at Tasmania's…

Join us in this engaging episode as we delve into the fascinating world of mathematical modelling with David Horsley, a portfolio optimisation analyst at Hydro Tasmania. From statistical models of cl…

How do you build a storm? Dr Courtney Quinn’s maths journey has taken her all over the world, and she has combined this passion with her fascination of extreme weather events. She’s now an expert in …

The hot, dry Mediterranean, the depths of the tropics and the computer screen, Dr Helena Vallicrosa works in a range of environments to understand how chemical elements, the building blocks of the ea…