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Dr Duncan Forgan
15 Oct 2018
St Andrews astrophysicist, Dr Duncan Forgan, talks to us about his extensive work with SETI, the Search for Extra-terrestrial Intelligence; how he would host his perfect dinner party; and how he takes his morning coffee.
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EPISODE 23 | ACADEMICS
Prof Lyndsay Fletcher
21 Sep 2018
Today we’re delighted to talk to the University of Glasgow’s Professor Lyndsay Fletcher, an astrophysicist. We discuss studying the Sun, equality and representation in academia, and what she thinks about the pubs and drinks in Glasgow.
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EPISODE 22 | ACADEMICS
Dr Sebastian Schulz
11 Aug 2018
This interview is with one of our newest St Andrews physicists, Dr Sebastian Schulz. We discuss the cultural shock of moving to Canada, how to keep spirits up when work isn’t going well and the reality TV show he’s not a fan of.
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EPISODE 21 | ACADEMICS
Dr Annelies Mortier
19 Jul 2018
Today you're listening to our interview with Dr Annelies Mortier, an astrophysicist here at St Andrews. We talk about using large telescopes, her favourite types of jigsaw puzzles, and surprising chance encounters with royalty.
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EPISODE 20 | ACADEMICS
Dr Hamid Ohadi
20 Jun 2018
A newly appointed lecturer in the School of Physics and Astronomy, Dr Hamid Ohadi, talks to us about the difficulties experienced by new academics, what he misses about Iran, and the hobby he has mastered.
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EPISODE 19 | ACADEMICS
Dr Paul Cruickshank
22 May 2018
We interview the St Andrews physicist, Dr Paul Cruickshank. Our discussion includes the perfect music gig, what he expected more of in academia, and his experiences with hair dye in the past and possibly the future.
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EPISODE 18 | ACADEMICS
Prof Andrew Cameron
05 Apr 2018
We interview Prof Andrew Cameron, an astrophysicist at St Andrews. We discuss his research and its impact, what academia has taught him about travelling, his favourite science communicator and dreams coming true.
