56 min
Dr Neal Haddaway - Storytelling To Start Conversations Of Science The Lentil Intervention Podcast
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- Earth Sciences
Dr Neal Haddaway is a photojournalist and environmental photographer whose work highlights the damaging impacts of capitalism and unchecked economic growth. With a PhD in environmental science and a 20-year career in environmental research and academia, Neal boldly chose to transition his career to photography fuelled by a desire to inspire others visually and reconnect with his passion for environmental conservation.
Neal makes a strong argument for the importance of storytelling in science communication. Through his work, he aims to bridge the gap between science and public perception, recognising the significance of compelling narratives in driving positive change. Here we discuss his poignant photojournalism projects and publications, and the mental health toll on those working in environmental academia, and much more.
While many of the topics we cover are quite heavy, they are important to be aware of. Neal encourages us all not to look away, but rather to keep learning, keep broadening our understandings and keep engaging in discussions with others. Knowledge is power and serves as our armour against misinformation. It provides us with the tools to challenge falsehoods and build a better society and future for both people and the planet.
In this episode, we discuss:
Neal’s background and passion for the environmentNeal’s motivation for pivoting to photography after 20 years in academiaCommunicating science via photographyPersuasion and the importance of storytellingMental health risks associated with climate researchProject 'Hope?' And how to grieve for the planetClimate scientists and the pressure to be perfectBuilding systems of support for environmental scientistsClimate anxiety as a Western conceptEnvironmental crises due to our current economic, political and social systemsThe true cost of our food - the story of the salmon and the tomatoCoal Scars – The long-term landscape trauma of our obsession with coalHow we can be more effective advocates for the planetTo view all the links to the websites and documents, visit the show notes on our website. Don't forget to subscribe to this podcast, leave us a review and share this episode with your friends and family.
Please support our work and enable us to deliver more content by buying us a coffee.
Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Dr Neal Haddaway is a photojournalist and environmental photographer whose work highlights the damaging impacts of capitalism and unchecked economic growth. With a PhD in environmental science and a 20-year career in environmental research and academia, Neal boldly chose to transition his career to photography fuelled by a desire to inspire others visually and reconnect with his passion for environmental conservation.
Neal makes a strong argument for the importance of storytelling in science communication. Through his work, he aims to bridge the gap between science and public perception, recognising the significance of compelling narratives in driving positive change. Here we discuss his poignant photojournalism projects and publications, and the mental health toll on those working in environmental academia, and much more.
While many of the topics we cover are quite heavy, they are important to be aware of. Neal encourages us all not to look away, but rather to keep learning, keep broadening our understandings and keep engaging in discussions with others. Knowledge is power and serves as our armour against misinformation. It provides us with the tools to challenge falsehoods and build a better society and future for both people and the planet.
In this episode, we discuss:
Neal’s background and passion for the environmentNeal’s motivation for pivoting to photography after 20 years in academiaCommunicating science via photographyPersuasion and the importance of storytellingMental health risks associated with climate researchProject 'Hope?' And how to grieve for the planetClimate scientists and the pressure to be perfectBuilding systems of support for environmental scientistsClimate anxiety as a Western conceptEnvironmental crises due to our current economic, political and social systemsThe true cost of our food - the story of the salmon and the tomatoCoal Scars – The long-term landscape trauma of our obsession with coalHow we can be more effective advocates for the planetTo view all the links to the websites and documents, visit the show notes on our website. Don't forget to subscribe to this podcast, leave us a review and share this episode with your friends and family.
Please support our work and enable us to deliver more content by buying us a coffee.
Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
56 min