Episode 333: Reef Recovery and Marine Conservation

Episode 333: Reef Recovery and Marine Conservation

Author: That’s What I Call Science July 19, 2026 Duration: 27:50
We kick off our Young Tassie Scientists series with marine ecologist Paula Ruiz, a PhD candidate at the Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies (IMAS), University of Tasmania. Paula shares her journey from Colombia to Australia and the experiences that inspired her passion for ocean conservation. We explore her research into reef recovery along Australia's east coast, investigating how marine heatwaves, sea urchin grazing, and algal turf communities influence the loss and potential r...

Hailing from the heart of Tasmania, That's What I Call Science! is an award-winning conversation that digs into the stuff that shapes our world. This isn't a dry lecture; it's a lively exploration of the science, technology, engineering, maths, and medicine woven into everyday life and the big issues of our time. We get curious about everything from the practical applications of medical cannabis to the neurological underpinnings of mental health, always aiming to move beyond the headlines and find the human story in the data. Each episode features genuine conversations with expert guests-researchers, thinkers, and practitioners-who help us get to the guts of a topic. You'll hear us unpack complex ideas with clarity and a dash of Tasmanian charm, making the vast landscape of STEMM feel accessible and relevant. Whether you're a seasoned science enthusiast or just casually curious, this podcast offers a fresh, grounded perspective from down under. It’s for anyone who’s ever wondered about the how and why behind the things that matter, served with authenticity and a focus on real-world impact. Tune in for thoughtful discussions that connect the dots between laboratory research, technological innovation, and the community around us.
Author: Language: en-au Episodes: 50

That's What I Call Science!
Podcast Episodes
Episode 321: Electrics, Leaves and Outer-Space [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:50
From Catalonia, PhD student Marc Busuldu grew up fascinated by the stars. Internships across Spain led him to a position at CREAF and to his current PhD on how characterising the electrical signal of leaves can help us t…
Episode 320: Oceans, climate, and the weather [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:50
From the posters at the 2026 AMOS conference, we bring you a podcast episode with the latest science on oceans, the climate and weather! We hear from a range of experts who tell us about the science laid out on their dat…
Episode 319: Science in the Park 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:50
In this episode, Olly and Georgia journey to the Tasmanian ‘Science in the Park’ event held in late 2025. Science in the Park is a hands-on event where science comes alive in all its forms! Despite a day of rain, wind, a…
Episode 318: Leaders of The Present, Not The Future [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:50
In this episode, we speak with Alyssa Seckinger-Crow, who is studying Marine and Antarctic Governance at the University of Tasmania. Alyssa is the founder of the Tassie Student Science Communicators Network and Young Oce…
Episode 317: Echoing Ecosystems [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:50
Raised on the coast of Maine, Dr Haley Viehman has been drawn to the ocean her whole life. Starting in civil and environmental engineering, she discovered her passion for marine science by studying how fish interact with…
Episode 316: Shark Codes and Sound Waves [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:50
In this week’s episode, we chat with Ella Burgun, our Social Media Team Coordinator and local science communicator! We dive into Ella’s path into science communication and explore her recently completed Master’s thesis i…
Episode 315: Science communication with Scientell [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:50
This week, Dr Simon Torok and Dr Cintya Dharmayanti from Scientell join Olly to talk about their experiences in scicomm, what Scientell is, and the evolving landscape of communicating STEMM. Show theme music: Kevin MacLe…
Episode 314: Tropical Tales [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:50
Growing up excited for every visit to her grandparents’ farm where she could sit amongst the trees eating tropical fruits, Dr. Lucette Adet has always been fascinated by plants. Currently undertaking research in the Cong…
Episode 313: Busy Forests [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:50
Join Dr Kate Johnson and Laura Wynne Stewart to hear about the busy, beautiful forests that Laura is working to understand and advocate for. Growing up on islands, Laura’s curiosity and love for nature drove her to scien…
Episode 312: The Science of Science Fiction [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:50
Welcome to the last episode of 2025! Earlier on in the year, we had a mini-series on literacy and numeracy. Today’s episode continues on from that theme as Olly is joined by Austin and Richard from the 2 To Ramble podcas…