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How Podcasts Can Benefit Scientific Communities
Daniel S Quintana1, James A J Heathers2
1Norwegian Centre for Mental Disorders Research (NORMENT), Division of Mental Health and Addiction, University of Oslo, and Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway; KG Jebsen Centre for Neurodevelopmental Disorders, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway; Department of Psychology, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway.
Trends in Cognitive Sciences
|November 7, 2020
Summary
Podcasts offer a new way to share hidden, career-specific knowledge within scientific communities. This guide provides practical advice for scientists looking to launch their own science communication podcasts.
Area of Science:
- Science communication
- Digital scholarship
Background:
- Podcasts are increasingly popular platforms for scientific discussion.
- Much valuable career-specific information within academia remains unwritten and inaccessible.
- Existing academic social networks limit the dissemination of this hidden knowledge.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the benefits of podcasts for scientific communities.
- To explain how podcasts can disseminate crucial, often unwritten, career information.
- To offer practical guidance for scientists interested in creating podcasts.
Main Methods:
- The study describes the potential of podcasts as a medium for science communication.
- It analyzes how podcasting can bridge knowledge gaps in academic career development.
- Practical advice for podcast creation is outlined.
Main Results:
- Podcasts can effectively disseminate career-specific, unwritten knowledge.
- This medium can expand access to information beyond traditional academic circles.
- Scientists can leverage podcasts to enhance community engagement and knowledge sharing.
Conclusions:
- Podcasting presents a valuable tool for enriching scientific communities.
- It democratizes access to career development information.
- Scientists are encouraged to utilize podcasting for broader knowledge dissemination.
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