What does it mean to communicate and, more specifically, what does it mean to communicate science? And then, how can we learn to be better science communicators?
Who is helping us understand the big science topics, and what did they do to get there?
A niche field of research and career pathway is having its moment as our connected and complex world requires more and more people to accurately communicate the science underpinning it all.
Recording live at SciTech in Perth, Western Australia, as part of FRINGE WORLD, hear from head of science communication studies at the University of Western Australia, Dr Heather Bray as she outlines the importance of dedicated science communicators and Australia’s innovative role.
Australia had a huge role to play in developing and supporting the growth of science communication as a profession. A part of policy, education, media and pandemics, science communicators are helping everyone navigate the world and make the big decisions.
So how did Australia come to be involved in developing a professional discipline, and how is it continuing to lead the world in untangling the big issues for all audiences?
Comedian Nicky Wilkinson discovers more about this totally meta field and where science and comedy can work learn from each other.
Hosted by Rachel Rayner, Science Explainer, who sounds more nervous than usual.
Credits
Producer: Rachel Rayner, Science Explainer
Guests: Heather Bray, Nicky Wilkinson
Venue: SciTech, Perth
Tech: Melody Rachel, Luke Morris
Music: Michelle Cashman
Editing: Graham Hunt
Made possible through Meta Australia Journalism Fund, administered by the Walkley Foundation, with support from Comedy Victoria.
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