Show Notes
"Science communication is not just about talking to the media; it's about this broader relationship. Food is social, not just scientific." - Dr Heather Bray.
In our Summer Shorts bonus season finale, The SciComm Collective’s Kate is joined by guest Dr Heather Bray, Coordinator of UWA's Masters and Minor in Science Communication programs. Taking on the challenge she sets for students, Heather reflects on her performance at UWA's Raising the Bar 2024, where she presented on the future of food science. Kate and Heather discuss the importance of purpose, audience and message in science communication, how to plan for a presentation (and how not to!), and why reflective practice is vital for all science communication practitioners.
Episode Links: Dr Heather Bray (Research Repository)
UWA's Raising the Bar Podcast
What is Raising the Bar? UWA Science Communication on Facebook UWA Science Communication
Plus check out Season One's Episode 2 for more Heather, and Episode 4 for more on the Deficit Model.
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Episode Details: Host: Kate Holmes Guest: Dr Heather Bray Produced by: Kate Holmes, Dr Heather Bray Edited by: Clare Boon Shownotes by: Felice Ng Sponsored by: UWA Grand Challenges Make A Difference Impact Grant
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