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By Kevin Mercurio
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Connect with guest Helena Hartmann via Twitter: @helenahhartmann
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I read the origin book on “Once Upon A Time”, walking the line between expression and tradition. I also discuss how storytelling can be used to communicate science more effectively. I interview the creative communicator Helena Hartmann (PhD) regarding her academic journey and how she uses fictional stories to discuss complex concepts in her field. Check out the references and transcript here: https://www.kjbmercurio.com/episode44.
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Connect with guest Siddharth Kankaria via Twitter: @SiddhrthKnkaria
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I set the status for the origins to “State of the Art”, showcasing the beauty at the interface between science and art. I also discuss how science communication and can be used for social justice within academic and societal structures. I interview the communicating maverick Siddharth Kankaria (MSc) regarding his academic journey and how he advocates for social justice through science communication within India. Check out the references and transcript here: https://www.kjbmercurio.com/episode43.
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Connect with guest Sophie Elschner via Twitter: @SophieElschner
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I sound the alarm on the origins to “Onomatopoeia”, highlighting the best examples that play with the English language. I also discuss the adaptation of the comic form as an educational tool in science. I interview the illustrious communicator Sophie Elschner (PhD) regarding her academic journey and how she created her own science comic to spotlight interesting psychological phenomena. Check out the references and transcript here: https://www.kjbmercurio.com/episode42.
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Connect with guest Alex Cloherty via Twitter: @alexgoesviral
Check out her blog "Microbial Mondays" via her website
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I drop some serious hints around the origins to "Mic Drop", along with a toast to the listeners of the Metaphorigins Podcast. I also discuss the evolution of public speaking throughout our history and how crucial it is for scientists in the academic community. I interview the communicating phenom Alex Cloherty (PhD Student) regarding her academic journey and how she has developed a mindset for scientific public speaking to all audiences. Check out the references and transcript here: https://www.kjbmercurio.com/episode41.
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Providing a quick update on life and Season 5 of Metaphorigins coming in May 2023. I also wanted to share that my short story called "The Climate Solution", part of a series of writing pieces under the Scalene Writing project, was published in the Canadian journal Health Science Inquiry (out of the University of Toronto). In this floating episode, I perform one of my favourite poems I've written that was in this story, “Binary”. Check out the references and transcript to this episode here: https://www.kjbmercurio.com/episode40-1.
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Compiled all the best lines from Season Four!
Website: https://www.kjbmercurio.com/metaphorigins
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I cannonball straight into the nuances of mentorship and how personal experience has shaped irregular perceptions of this particular relationship. From there, I interview the exceptional educator Namrata Iyer (PhD) regarding her academic journey, and her own mentor relationships throughout her time as an early career researcher. Check out the references and transcript here: https://www.kjbmercurio.com/episode40.
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Connect with guest Oisin Joyce via LinkedIn: @oisincjoyce
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I cut around the origins to "The Grass Is Always Greener On The Other Side", along with some serious talk on contentment and mental health. Additionally, I reflect on our roles as researchers to advocate for research sustainability. I interview the sustainability superhero Oisin Joyce (PhD Student) regarding his academic journey and his adoption of a "greener" lifestyle as a representative for sustainable initiatives in Ireland and around the world. Check out the references and transcript here: https://www.kjbmercurio.com/episode39.
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Connect with guest Martin Sutton via Instagram: @marty_sutton
Check out The Papa Zitas via their website and YouTube
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I loudly project the origins to "Like A Broken Record", along with some cool jams. As well, I investigate the fascinating realm of Hit Song Science and the predictive ability of music analytical software. I interview the spectacularly sound Martin Sutton (PhD Student) regarding his academic journey and his work-life balance gigging as part of a 10-piece Motown band called the Papa Zitas. Check out the references and transcript here: https://www.kjbmercurio.com/episode38.
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Connect with guest Amanda Bentley-DeSousa via Twitter: @abentleydesousa
Check out Shawn Ferguson's Lab at Yale via their website
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I orbit close to the origins of “Shoot For The Moon”, along with some poetic verse. In addition, I discuss some of the differences between Canadian Vs. American Institutes within their respective regions. I interview the scientifically methodical Amanda Bentley-DeSousa (PhD) regarding her academic journey and observations within both CAN and US research environments. Check out the references and transcript here: https://www.kjbmercurio.com/episode37.
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The podcast currently has 52 episodes available.