Book Science is a podcast dedicated to celebrating science books and their authors. Through in-depth discussions and author interviews, we explore the stories, insights, and craftsmanship behind books that make science accessible and engaging for everyone. Our mission is to champion long form science communication, inspire readers, and support aspiring authors in sharing their passion for science with the world.
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Interview with Tessa Hill and Eric Simons authors of At Every Depth
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50:11For this conversation, I am joined by Tessa Hill, a UC Davis professor, and Eric Simons, a writer and educator, to discuss their co-authored book, At Every Depth, that intertwines indigenous knowledge with Western science to highlight the urgency of ocean conservation amidst climate change. The book emerges from a collaborative writing process, str…
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Solo Adventure through The Power of the Sea [and NOAA!] by Bruce Parker
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23:20Bruce Parker's book, The Power of the Sea, explores the critical role of prediction science in mitigating the impacts of natural disasters, emphasizing historical tragedies due to lack of warning. The Power of the Sea is a timely reminder that science organizations, like the NOAA in the US, are a tremendous benefit to society. NOAA is responsible f…
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Conversation with Duane Hamacher Author of The First Astronomers
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1:10:10In the inaugural episode of the Book Science podcast, host Tripp Collins interviews Duane Hamacher, an Associate Professor of Cultural Astronomy in the ASTRO-3D Centre of Excellence and the School of Physics at the University of Melbourne, about his book, The First Astronomers: How Indigenous Elders Read the Stars, co-authored with Indigenous elder…
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Introduction and Teaser for Book Science Podcast
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15:23Hello and welcome. I'm Tripp Collins and this is Book Science. Welcome to this very special introductory episode and teaser for season one of Book Science. In this episode you will discover what this podcast is all about, get to know me, your host, and towards the end we’ll tease the rest of Season 1. The mission of Book Science is to uncover the…
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