Cuppa with a Scientist
‘Cuppa with a Scientist' is a podcast that aims to inspire the next generation of scientists. Hosted by Loughborough University's PR and Communications Officer – and aspiring scientist – Meg Cox, the series interviews a different scientist each episode about their academic journey to the top. The show will discuss how some of Loughborough’s academic stars went from a confused teenager choosing A-Level subjects to a leader in their field – sharing plenty of weird and wonderful stories and golden nuggets of advice in between.As well as keeping your ears and brain entertained, ‘Cuppa with a Scientist’ aims to dispel the myth that all scientists wear white lab coats and provide an insight into how vast the world of science really is.
Episodes
15 episodes
E13 - Cuppa with a... Material Scientist
Dr Pooja Goddard, a Royal Society Industry Fellow and senior lecturer in Chemistry, joins Cuppa with a Scientist to discuss increasing diversity in science and higher education, and where issues seem to lie.
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:01:28
E12 - Cuppa with a... political communication scientist
Professor Andrew Chadwick, an expert in Political Communication, discusses his academic journey, advice for students hoping to pursue communication, and h...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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1:13:24
E11 - Cuppa with a... Freshwater Scientist
But what exactly is ‘greenwashing’ and why is it an issue? Dr Tom Stanton, a freshwater scientist in the Geography and Environment Department at Loughborough University, provides an explanation for the popular buzzword.
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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44:07
E10 - Cuppa with a... Biological Anthropologist
Emeritus Professor Barry Bogin, an expert in Biological Anthropology in the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences at Loughborough University, discusses a range of topics including how chronic stress stunts child growth.Time Stam...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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1:20:20
E9 - Cuppa with a... Professor of Musculoskeletal Biology
Professor Mark Lewis, an expert in musculoskeletal biology, discusses his involvement in the National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC) plus future research and why a small, cute amphibian has piqued the interest of scientists working in this area.&n...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:08:57
E8 - Cuppa with a Cognitive Psychologist
Dr Kinga Morsanyi, Senior Lecturer in Mathematical Cognition, discusses the issue and highlights that it’s important that those with maths anxiety understand it doesn’t mean they’re bad at maths. Time Stamps - 00:00:00 - W...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:08:29
E7 - Cuppa with a Physicist
Physicist Dr Sarah Bugby discusses her academic journey, ongoing research and an idea involving artificial skin that led to a peculiar meeting, to name but a few topics...Time Stamps - 00:00:00 - Welcome00:01:08 - Int...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:00:00
E6 - Cuppa with an Extreme Weather Scientist
Aspiring scientist and host Meg Cox is joined by extreme weather and climate scientist Professor Rob Wilby to discuss a career in environmental science, extreme weather and COP26.Time Stamps - 00:00:00 - Welcome00:01:46&nbs...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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51:33
E5 - Cuppa with a Physiology of Ageing Scientist
Aspiring scientist and host Meg Cox is joined by gender and an expert in the physiology of ageing, Professor James Goodwin, to discuss what is good for the brain, how a career in the army helped his scientific work and writing a book......
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:20:26
E4 - Cuppa with a… Gender and Health Psychologist
Aspiring scientist and host Meg Cox is joined by gender and health psychologist Dr Gemma Witcomb to discuss life as a scientist, juggling children and academia, transgender and non-binary participation in sport, and body image and eating behavi...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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49:15
E3 - 'Down the pub' science with a Health Scientist
Professor of behavioural medicine Amanda Daley joins host and aspiring scientist Meg to discuss her research in weight management and exercise, 'down the pub' science and how much exercise it takes to burn off a Lion bar. Plus much more!
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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54:35
E2 - The one with the Conversation Analyst
Aspiring scientist and host Meg Cox is joined by Conversation Analyst Professor Elizabeth Stokoe to discuss the weird and wonderful aspects of conversation, including why US sitcom Friends is the perfect source material for breaking down speech...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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1:20:17
BONUS SHOW - Climate scientist recalls Mount Everest
Climate scientist Dr Tom Matthews joins host and aspiring scientist Meg Cox to discuss his trip to the top of Mount Everest in more detail.
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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19:35
E1 - Cuppa with a... Climate Scientist
The first-ever Cuppa with a Scientist podcast, brought to you by Loughborough University, as Dr Tom Matthews joins host and aspiring scientist Meg Cox to discuss his journey to becoming a climate scientist, fieldwork including a trip to the top...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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1:13:05
Considering a career in Science? Check out Cuppa with a Scientist
Loughborough University has officially launched ‘Cuppa with a Scientist, a brand new podcast led by the PR team that aims to inspire the next generation of scientists. Hosted by PR and Communications Officer – and aspiring scientist...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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