AgriCurious is a podcast hosted by Dennis Baffour-Awuah (The Artistic Scientist) in the Lamm Lab at the Agricultural Leadership, Education & Communication Department of the University of Georgia. It explores the science, stories, and people behind agriculture and beyond the farm. AgriCurious aims to break down complex topics into understandable concepts. The conversations in this podcast involve farmers, scientists, students, and policymakers on a range of topics, including pest management, gene editing, plastic pollution, and food systems. If you're curious about what really affects your food, your environment, and how science connects it all, this podcast is for you. No jargon, just real talk made simple, insightful, and fun.
What does it really take to build a career in the agriculture industry?
Recorded during the 2026 American Society for Horticultural Science Annual Conference in Dallas, Texas, this episode of AgriCurious features conversations with three industry professionals: Lauren Grove of Duda Farm Fresh Foods, John Ertle of PP Systems, and Janel Ohletz of Plantd.
They share their career journeys, the skills and experiences that have helped them along the way, lessons they’ve learned from working in industry, and practical advice for anyone interested in exploring a career in agriculture.
Whether you’re considering your next career move or simply curious about what working in the agriculture industry looks like, take a listen.
After listening, please take 10 seconds to share your feedback at bit.ly/agricurious (http://bit.ly/agricurious).
24 Aug 2026
What I Wish I Knew Before Grad School
In this special episode of AgriCurious, recorded at the 2026 American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS) Annual Conference in Dallas, Texas, four graduate students share the lessons, surprises, and experiences that have shaped their graduate school journeys.
We hear from Godswill Ujah of Kentucky State University, Lovely Zamord of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, Aniya Parris of Fort Valley State University, and Jean Pompeo of the University of Florida. Each reflects on what they wish they had known before starting graduate school and shares advice for students considering taking that next step.
From navigating research and relationships with advisors to finding community, embracing opportunities, attending conferences, and growing beyond academics, the conversation offers a glimpse into what graduate school is really like from students experiencing it firsthand.
After listening, please take 10 seconds to share your feedback at bit.ly/agricurious (http://bit.ly/agricurious).
7 Aug 2026
When Emotions Meet Science
In this episode of AgriCurious, Dennis Baffour-Awuah sits down with Dr. Shuyang Qu, an agricultural science communication researcher, to explore the powerful role emotions play in shaping how people engage with science. From trust and identity to values and lived experiences, the conversation examines why facts alone are often not enough to change minds.
Together, they discuss how researchers and communicators can better connect with diverse audiences, navigate misinformation, and communicate agricultural innovations in ways that are both meaningful and effective. Whether you're a scientist, student, communicator, or simply curious about why people think the way they do, this episode offers insights into the human side of science communication.
After listening, please take 10 seconds to share your feedback at bit.ly/agricurious (http://bit.ly/agricurious).
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712,476
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
1 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
6 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 33 / 100
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