Science Queeries

16 Nov 2025

Mind the gap: from science capital to “gendered” brains

Education, Science & Medicine, Social Sciences, Society & Culture

We’re getting very meta: communicating about science communication.

Why do some people have more of a “head start” when it comes to pursuing STEM? Shanii Phillips teaches us how to make some serious capital gains – science capital gains that is – and boost your interest in STEM.

Shanii is a PhD student at the Australian National University and based SciTech exploring the idea of “science capital” and how science centres and science communication can help everyone feel at home in STEM. We explore how science capital can make or break someone’s sense of scientific identity.

Then, Dr Cat dives into the science behind the so-called “male” and “female” brain and how that myth that they’re different led to neurosexism. This episode all about belonging — in science centres, in STEM careers, and even inside your own head.

Originally aired 11th November, 2025.

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5 Mar 2026

Toad-ally Thirsty: Going Out with a Bang

Animals, Biology, Reproduction, Science & Medicine

When frogs face a life-threatening disease, you'd expect them to hunker down and focus on survival. But nature sometimes has ...

24 Feb 2026

Good Moon Rising: The Science of Lunar New Year

Astronomy, History, Science & Medicine, Social Sciences, Society & Culture

Chúc mừng năm mới! 恭喜发财! 새해 복 많이 받으세요! Happy New Year! Lunar New Year is celebrated by millions of people ...

15 Feb 2026

Sea-ing Change in Sydney Harbour

Biology, Environment, Natural Sciences, Science & Medicine, Sustainability

Sydney Harbour is one of the most iconic waterways in the world — but beneath the postcard views lies a ...