Sciographies Podcast

Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science

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Meet the people who make science happen. That's the idea behind Sciographies, a podcast and radio show launched by the Faculty of Science at Dalhousie University in partnership with campus-community radio station CKDU 88.1 FM in Halifax, NS.

4月2日

Episode 51 - Tina Simpkin, Meteorologist

In this episode of Sciographies, we chat with Tina Simpkin, a two-time Dal alum in physics and meteorology. Now a familiar voice across Nova Scotia as a meteorologist with CBC, Tina shares her journey from growing up in Spryfield to forecasting the province's ever-changing weather. She reflects on the influence of her grandparents, her adventures chasing storms, what drew her back to Halifax, and what continues to inspire her work today.
3月26日

Episode 50 - Dr. Leanne Stevens, Associate Dean - Academic

In this episode of Sciographies, we chat with Dr. Leanne Stevens (MSc'09, PhD'13), educator, university teaching fellow in Dalhousie's Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, and Associate Dean, Academic in the Faculty of Science. Dr. Stevens shares her journey from growing up in Springhill, Nova Scotia, to becoming a leader in science education. She also reflects on the moment she discovered her passion for neuroscience, the role mentorship played in shaping her path, and how her experiences as a student led her toward teaching and leadership. She also discusses how experiential learning and science communication are transforming the student experience and offers advice for those navigating their own path in science.
3月19日

Episode 49 - Maxine Westhead, Marine Biologist

In this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Maxine Westhead — marine biologist, educator, marine spatial planner, and director of Dalhousie's Marine Affairs Program (MAP). After 25 years with Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Westhead is now leading the growth of MAP and developing a new program in fisheries science. Westhead also shares insights on marine protected areas like "The Gully" and reflects on how her early years in the GTA and a lifelong commitment to health and fitness have shaped her career in science.
3月12日

Episode 48 - Dr. Simon Gadbois, Canid Specialist

In this episode of Sciographies, we talk with Dr. Simon Gadbois (PhD'02), a canid specialist and professor in Dalhousie's Department of Psychology and Neuroscience. Gadbois reflects on his journey from graduate student at Dalhousie to professor, and shares insights from his long-standing research on coyotes in Cape Breton. He also offers a glimpse inside his Wildlife Ethology and Canine Olfaction Lab, along with practical advice for pet owners and what lies ahead in his career at Dal. Dr. Gadbois' Wildlife Ethology and Canine Olfaction Lab: https://www.gadbois.org/simon/
3月5日

Episode 47 - Dr. Sarah Chisholm, Mathematician

In this episode of Sciographies, we talk with Dr. Sarah Chisholm (BSc'06), educator, mathematician and current Chair of Dalhousie's Department of Mathematics and Statistics. Dr. Chisholm reflects on growing in Sackville Nova Scotia and how an early love of math shaped a very bright future, including teaching at Harvard's Department of Mathematics. Her love for the classroom, combined with her unique way of making math accessible earned her a 2025 Early Career Faculty Award of Teaching Excellence from Dalhousie University.
2月26日

Episode 46 - Dina Rogers, Biochemist

In this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Dina Rogers (BSc'23), a PhD candidate and biochemist at Dalhousie University. Rogers shares how a childhood split between cultures, years as a competitive swimmer, and an unexpected love of biochemistry shaped her journey as a scientist. From Halifax to the southern tip of Greece, Dina's path has been anything but linear. Today, she's exploring innovative ways to tackle plastic waste—combining "sticky" mushroom proteins with plastic-eating bacteria to imagine more sustainable recycling solutions.
2月19日

Episode 45 - Dr. Rob Lennox, Scientific Director of Ocean Tracking Network

In this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Dr. Rob Lennox, scientific director of the Ocean Tracking Network in Halifax, Nova Scotia. From childhood days exploring rivers and lakes to tracking Atlantic salmon on Norway, Lennox shares how curiosity and a bit of serendipity shaped his path into global aquatic research. Listeners will hear how cutting-edge tracking technology helps scientists understand fish migration, why hands-on experience matters for students, and how one pivotal university decision changed the course of his career. To learn more visit: oceantrackingnetwork.org
2月12日

Episode 44 - John Batt, Aquatron Manager

In this episode, John Batt recalls his early years of growing up on the water in Prince Edward Island and how it ignited a passion for marine life. Today, he and his team at the Aquatron are leading the animal care of many species including the endangered Atlantic Whitefish. He has also been instrumental in the care of the animals at the new the Beaty Centre for Marine Biodiversity, a first-of-its-kind ocean science centre in Halifax. To learn more visit: beatymarinecentre.ca

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Sciographies Season 6 Trailer

Sciographies is back for season 6! This season, listeners can expect even more compelling conversations, with two double-feature episodes diving into subjects like electric vehicles, solutions to climate change, shark conservation, access to mental health and learning about innovative programs like the Africentric Math Cohort, which is paving the way for African Nova Scotians in STEM fields. Tune in now!

Meet the people who make science happen. That's the idea behind Sciographies, a podcast and radio show launched by the Faculty of Science at Dalhousie University in partnership with campus-community radio station CKDU 88.1 FM in Halifax, NS.

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