Science Behind the Glass: illuminating the human side
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<p>Who really makes science happen? </p><p>First bilingual podcast (Spanish & English)! We pull back the curtain on the hidden figures behind the scenes: scientists, engineers, field workers, data analysts, social leaders, and more, who rarely make the headlines but whose work shapes our world. Through powerful storytelling and personal interviews from across continents, we explore the passions, challenges, and human experiences that drive science forward. </p><p>Two hosts. Two languages. One mission: to humanise science, one voice at a time. </p>
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July 9, 2026
Te Awa Puketapu: When Language is Power, Family, and Revolution
<p>Some women don't just lead, they are warriors. Today's guest is one of them. Te Awa Puketapu, is a Māori language champion, social leader, and an extraordinary force for change in Aotearoa New Zealand. </p><p>Of Ngāi Tuhoe, Ngāti Ruapani, and Te Atiawa descent, Te Awa was raised speaking te reo Māori and was among the very first children ever enrolled in a Kōhanga Reo in 1982. That early immersion didn't just give her a language, it gave her a purpose. </p><p>From the Office of the Children's Commissioner to Hutt City Council, she has spent her career fighting for Māori whānau (family), children, and communities. As a 2022 Atlantic Fellow for Social Equity, she is now boldly shaping the next forty years of te reo Māori revitalisation, putting language sovereignty, Māori-led solutions, and the next generation of leaders front and centre. She is a warrior. She is a leader. She is inspiration. </p><p><strong>Timestamps </strong> </p><p>00:00 Introduction to Māori Identity and Culture </p><p>02:47 The Treaty of Waitangi: Historical Context and Misinterpretations </p><p>05:51 Language Revitalization: The Kohanga Reo Movement 09:02 The Importance of Language in Shaping Worldview </p><p>11:59 Connection to Nature: Māori Perspectives </p><p>14:47 The Role of Women in Māori Society </p><p>17:48 Navigating Colonial Systems: Challenges and Resurgence 20:59 Community Support and Collective Action </p><p>23:56 Inspiration and Hope for the Future </p><p></p><p><strong>Follow us:</strong> Instagram: sciencebehindtheglass </p><p>X: @sbtg_podcast @daniesguerra @LINDAHE1988 </p><p>FB: Science behind the Glass </p><p>TikTok: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@sbtgpodcast?_t=ZS-8u2DmABj4Us&_r=1">https://www.tiktok.com/@sbtgpodcast?_t=ZS-8u2DmABj4Us&_r=1</a> </p><p><strong>References</strong> </p><p>Strochlic, N. "The Race to Save the World's Disappearing Languages." National Geographic, April 16, 2018. </p><p>Awarau, A. "The Māori saved their language from extinction. Here's how." National Geographic, June 28, 2024. </p><p> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.socialequity.atlanticfellows.org/fellows-search/te-awa-puketapu">https://www.socialequity.atlanticfellows.org/fellows-search/te-awa-puketapu</a></p>
June 25, 2026
Química: la solución para un mundo sostenible con el profesor Adam Lee
<p>We dive into the fascinating world of atoms and molecules, focusing on their significant impact on our journey towards a cleaner and more sustainable future. Join us as we explore the insights of Professor Adam Lee, a leading chemist whose research is paving the way for revolutionary changes in energy production and manufacturing.</p><p>Why 95% of consumer goods exist because of catalysis — and why almost nobody talks about it in climate conversations.</p><p></p><p><strong>🎯 In this episode, you will learn:</strong></p><p>• Why 95% of consumer goods exist because of catalysis — and why almost nobody talks about it in climate conversations.</p><p>• How turning toxic waste from African oil crops into nylon and biodiesel can transform rural economies.</p><p>• What solar panel waste has to do with the future of batteries — and why the solution takes just one millisecond.</p><p>• How a tiny silver-infused material is changing the way hospitals treat burn victims — without turning anyone blue.</p><p>• Why Prof. Lee thinks the biggest obstacle to a sustainable future isn't science at all — it's economics, policy, and what we choose to do with education.</p><p></p><p><strong>Timestamps:</strong></p><p><strong>03:58 </strong>Working Across Continents: How Culture and Geography Shape the Science You Do</p><p><strong>06:30 </strong>Buffel Grass and Invasive Plants: Local Problems as Global Opportunities</p><p><strong>09:14 </strong>Waste Valorisation: Turning Toxic African Oil Waste Into Nylon and Biodiesel</p><p><strong>14:44 </strong>What Is Catalysis? The Invisible Engine Behind 35% of the World's GDP</p><p><strong>20:26 </strong>Nanomaterials Explained: The Lego Analogy That Changes Everything</p><p><strong>20:55 </strong>Plastic Recycling: Why Chemical Recycling Is the Real Breakthrough We Need</p><p><strong>27:35 </strong>Nature-Based Catalysis: How the Human Cell Inspired a New Research Approach</p><p><strong>46:20 </strong>Where Is the Hope? Why an Economist Might Save the Planet Before a Chemist</p><p><strong>51:58 </strong>The Ivory Tower Problem: Why Science Funding and Public Education Are Under Threat</p><p></p><p><strong>References</strong></p><p>→ Abbas et al. (incl. Adam F. Lee & Karen Wilson). "Catalysis at the Intersection of Sustainable Chemistry and a Circular Economy." One Earth, Cell Press, 2024. DOI: 10.1016/j.oneear.2024.04.018 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.cell.com/one-earth/fulltext/S2590-3322(24)00208-2">https://www.cell.com/one-earth/fulltext/S2590-3322(24)00208-2</a></p><p>→ Adam Lee — Editor-in-Chief, Catalysis and Sustainable Chemistry (open-access journal). Scilight Press. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sciltp.com/journals/csc">https://www.sciltp.com/journals/csc</a></p><p>→ Challenges and Opportunities in Recycling Technology of Silicon-Based Photovoltaic Solar Panels." Circular Economy and Sustainability, 2025. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s43615-025-00692-3">https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s43615-025-00692-3</a></p>
June 11, 2026
Chemistry for a Sustainable World with professor Adam Lee
<p>We dive into the fascinating world of atoms and molecules, focusing on their significant impact on our journey towards a cleaner and more sustainable future. Join us as we explore the insights of Professor Adam Lee, a leading chemist whose research is paving the way for revolutionary changes in energy production and manufacturing.</p><p>Why 95% of consumer goods exist because of catalysis — and why almost nobody talks about it in climate conversations.</p><p> </p><p><strong>🎯 In this episode, you will learn:</strong></p><p>• Why 95% of consumer goods exist because of catalysis — and why almost nobody talks about it in climate conversations.</p><p>• How turning toxic waste from African oil crops into nylon and biodiesel can transform rural economies.</p><p>• What solar panel waste has to do with the future of batteries — and why the solution takes just one millisecond.</p><p>• How a tiny silver-infused material is changing the way hospitals treat burn victims — without turning anyone blue.</p><p>• Why Prof. Lee thinks the biggest obstacle to a sustainable future isn't science at all — it's economics, policy, and what we choose to do with education.</p><p></p><p><strong>Timestamps:</strong></p><p><strong>03:58 </strong>Working Across Continents: How Culture and Geography Shape the Science You Do</p><p><strong>06:30 </strong>Buffel Grass and Invasive Plants: Local Problems as Global Opportunities</p><p><strong>09:14 </strong>Waste Valorisation: Turning Toxic African Oil Waste Into Nylon and Biodiesel</p><p><strong>14:44 </strong>What Is Catalysis? The Invisible Engine Behind 35% of the World's GDP</p><p><strong>20:26 </strong>Nanomaterials Explained: The Lego Analogy That Changes Everything</p><p><strong>20:55 </strong>Plastic Recycling: Why Chemical Recycling Is the Real Breakthrough We Need</p><p><strong>27:35 </strong>Nature-Based Catalysis: How the Human Cell Inspired a New Research Approach</p><p><strong>46:20 </strong>Where Is the Hope? Why an Economist Might Save the Planet Before a Chemist</p><p><strong>51:58 </strong>The Ivory Tower Problem: Why Science Funding and Public Education Are Under Threat</p><p></p><p><strong>References</strong></p><p>→ Abbas et al. (incl. Adam F. Lee & Karen Wilson). "Catalysis at the Intersection of Sustainable Chemistry and a Circular Economy." One Earth, Cell Press, 2024. DOI: 10.1016/j.oneear.2024.04.018 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.cell.com/one-earth/fulltext/S2590-3322(24)00208-2">https://www.cell.com/one-earth/fulltext/S2590-3322(24)00208-2</a></p><p>→ Adam Lee — Editor-in-Chief, Catalysis and Sustainable Chemistry (open-access journal). Scilight Press. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sciltp.com/journals/csc">https://www.sciltp.com/journals/csc</a></p><p>→ Challenges and Opportunities in Recycling Technology of Silicon-Based Photovoltaic Solar Panels." Circular Economy and Sustainability, 2025. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s43615-025-00692-3">https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s43615-025-00692-3</a></p>
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- What is Science Behind the Glass: illuminating the human side?
<p>Who really makes science happen? </p><p>First bilingual podcast (Spanish & English)! We pull back the curtain on the hidden figures behind the scenes: scientists, engineers, field workers, data analysts, social leaders, and more, who rarely make the headlines but whose work shapes our world. Through powerful storytelling and personal interviews from across continents, we explore the passions, challenges, and human experiences that drive science forward. </p><p>Two hosts. Two languages. One mission: to humanise science, one voice at a time. </p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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