Chemical Journeys
Welcome to Chemical Journeys. Explore the science and story of chemicals in the environment through conversations with people working in this area.
Chemical Journeys
Latest Episodes
Uncovering chemical biodegradation in the environment - Kathrin Fenner, Eawag
In this episode I speak with Prof. Kathrin Fenner, one of the leading academic scientists in the study of chemical biodegradation and environmental persistence.Kathrin and I have a far-reaching conversation covering her backgr...
Chemicals in our language - Joanna Gavins, University of Sheffield
In this episode I speak with Joanna Gavins, who is a professor of English Language and Literature at the University of Sheffield.Joanna and I discuss the language we use and how this influences the way we think, feel and act in relation ...
Early career journeys in academia and beyond - Fola Ogungbemi, Currenta
Happy 2026, and welcome to Chemical Journeys Season 2!In this episode, I speak with Dr. Fola Ogungbemi, Senior Expert in Product Compliance at Currenta.Fola and I talk about his career journey so far, from student in ecotoxicology...
Putting yourself in a regulator's shoes - Watze de Wolf
In this episode, I speak with Dr. Watze de Wolf. Watze has had a long and accomplished career working as a scientist and manager in both industry and regulatory settings, including 15 years working at the European Chemi...