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The Story Collider

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Whether we wear a lab coat or haven't seen a test tube since grade school, science is shaping all of our lives. And that means we all have science stories to tell. Every year, we host dozens of live shows all over the country, featuring all kinds of storytellers - researchers, doctors, and engineers of course, but also patients, poets, comedians, cops, and more. Some of our stories are heartbreaki... more

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Attitude is everything—and this week’s storytellers prove it. Even when life throws challenges their way, they show how perspective and perseverance can make all the difference.

Part 1: Paralyzed but undeterred, Scott Imbrie is on a mission to regai... more

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This week we present two classic stories from people who got called into action to save an animal they didn’t know they’d be called to save.

Part 1: While running an errand, Andrea Azarian happens upon a lost horse that needs her help.

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In this week’s episode, both storytellers must navigate heartbreaking dilemmas as they try to figure out how to convey crushing news.

Part 1: While doing fieldwork in the Congo, Stella Mayerhoff must track down a local researcher to deliver devastat... more

In this week’s episode, both of our storytellers bite off a bit more than they can chew.

Part 1: Fresh out of college and in what seems like her dream job, drug and alcohol coach Rhana Hashemi quickly realizes she has no idea how to connect with t... more

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Recent Guests

Andrea Azarian
An academic advisor with a background in education
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Episode: Best of Story Collider: Animal Rescue
Gwynne Hogan
A reporter and producer at WNYC
WNYC
Episode: Best of Story Collider: Animal Rescue
Tom Di Liberto
Climate scientist and science communicator, former NOAA employee
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
Episode: Silenced Science: Stories about the suppression of science
Unnamed Epidemiologist
Epidemiologist who worked at the CDC focusing on violence prevention
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Episode: Silenced Science: Stories about the suppression of science
Erik Klemetti
Associate professor of geosciences and volcanologist at Denison University
Denison University
Episode: Best of Story Collider: Fear
George Kourounis
Global explorer and storm chaser specializing in extreme forces of nature.
Royal Canadian Geographical Society
Episode: Best of Story Collider: Fear
Hannah Hedelius
Biomolecular science student
Boise State University
Episode: OCD: Stories about obsessive compulsive disorder
Rachel Hostetler
Scientist at the Allen Institute for Brain Science
Allen Institute for Brain Science
Episode: OCD: Stories about obsessive compulsive disorder
Xochitl Garcia
K-12 Education Program Manager at Science Friday, former school teacher with a background in middle and high school science.
Science Friday
Episode: Best of Story Collider: Hypothesis

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Misha Gajewski
Host of The Story Collider

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • At the top of the list —A terrific storytelling program

    Each week the link between science and story is fascinated as people share personal and professional accounts that inspire and educate. I love this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SunRa Rebel
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastic Stories

    The stories is this show involve humanity. Touching, funny and real. Always about connections

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KLW,III
    United Statesa year ago
  • Lots of promotion, some stories

    It’s a mixed bag. Some topics and stories are compelling enough to overlook the time spent in ads.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Wide Awake and Dreaming
    United States2 years ago
  • Science?

    Really not sure how social justice equals science but however, you can push your narrative to indoctrinate the minds of the masses. So please by all means wrap your social justice in a scientific bow so our youth can continue to be victims and oppressed.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BCHOWN13
    United States3 years ago
  • Used to be about science

    The ‘science’ is a thin veil for their political agenda

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    RG 777
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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The format of featuring different storytellers each episode adds variety and keeps content fresh and engaging.
There are conflicting opinions about the hosts' styles, with some praising their engagement and others preferring a more streamlined presentation without distractions.
Listeners particularly appreciate the overall storytelling quality, noting the effective blending of science and personal narratives.
Critics have pointed out concerns over political alignments in storytelling, indicating a few instances of discontent with the shift from strictly scientific narratives to social justice themes.

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#204
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Apple Podcasts
#191
Australia/Science
Apple Podcasts
#132
China/Science
Apple Podcasts
#200
Chile/Science
Apple Podcasts
#232
Hong Kong/Science

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Cures: Stories about getting better
Q: How did Nick cope with the impact of his father's Lewy Body Dementia on his family?
Nick reflected on his father's decline, expressively detailing the emotional toll it took on him and his decision to seek new forms of treatment for his own mental health following his father's passing.
Cures: Stories about getting better
Q: What challenges did Deandra face regarding her mental health during her education?
Deandra struggled with identifying her mental health issues, particularly ADHD and trichotillomania, while facing the stigma of her family's financial constraints and the fear of deportation.

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This podcast captures the diverse and often personal narratives that highlight how science permeates everyday life. From the amusing to the poignant, storytelling sessions feature a wide array of storytellers, including scientists, patients, comedians, and more, sharing their authentic experiences and the impact of scientific concepts on their lives. The engaging format fosters connections and illustrates the human side of science, making it accessible and relatable to a broad audience. Each episode explores a particular theme through several narratives, blending humor and emotion while emphasizing the universal nature of these experiences.

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2. Gwynne Hogan
3. Tom Di Liberto
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