Balancing The Future
Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 35
Frequency: Every two weeks
Rating: 5.0/5.0
Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000
Gender skew: Neutral
Listener location: USA
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
support@lowerstreet.co
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Host
Micah Schweizer - Science and technology podcast host and communicator focused on explaining impactful research, innovation, and emerging technologies to a broad audience.
Chai Nussbaumer - Science and technology podcast host and communicator focused on exploring practical innovations and the people addressing major global challenges.
Booking Intelligence
Booking Requirements
Recent Guest Discussions
Sandhya Jayasekara - Research On Transforming Plastic Waste And Biomass Into Food Ingredients And 3d-printed Protein-rich Cookies.
Lahiru Jayakody - Converting PET Plastic And Agricultural Biomass Into Food Ingredients Using Microbial Processing; Sustainable Food Systems And Space Food Applications.
Tapasvi Bhatt - Mycelium-composite Cold-chain Boxes, Biodegradable Insulation, And Sustainable Packaging Alternatives.
Carlos Diaz-Marin - Solar-powered Atmospheric Water Harvesting, Low-humidity Water Production, And Applications For Homes And AI Data Centers.
Gabriel Sigmund - Treatable-by-design Chemicals, Safer Chemical Development, PFAS Alternatives, And Environmental Remediation.
Recent Topics
Episodes
We're Taking a Break!
October 05, 2026
Balancing the Future is taking a few weeks off. Join Micah and Chai later this month for more conversations about the science and technology solutions transforming our lives. In the meantime, you can listen to all previous episodes on your podcast app of choice. LINKS: METTLER TOLEDO Website METTLER TOLEDO on LinkedIn Balancing The Future Podcast Website Micah Schweizer on LinkedIn Chai Nussbaumer on LinkedIn ABOUT BALANCING THE FUTURE: Science and technology play a key role in solving m...
Plastic-Derived Cookies: From Pollution to Nutrition
September 21, 2026
The International Union for Conservation of Nature estimates that more than 20 million metric tons of plastic waste enter the environment each year. At the same time, the UN World Food Programme warns that 266 million people worldwide face acute hunger in 2026. Could a single solution help address both challenges? Two scientists at Southern Illinois University Carbondale believe it could. In this episode of Balancing the Future, Micah speaks with associate professor and microbiologist Dr. ...
Mushroom Boxes: The Nature-Inspired Solution Making Cold Chain Sustainable
September 07, 2026
The cold chain industry helps move food, vaccines, and other perishable goods around the world. But it also has a big carbon footprint, so finding cleaner, smarter ways to improve the system is really important. In this episode of Balancing the Future, Chai and Micah sit down with Tapasvi Bhatt, a PhD scholar from Nanyang Technological University in Singapore and winner of the 2026 METTLER TOLEDO Innovator Award. Along with his peer researchers, he built a way to lower the cold chain’s carbo...
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with Balancing The Future?
Balancing The Future is hosted by Micah Schweizer and Chai Nussbaumer. Its publicly listed email is support@lowerstreet.co. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
What is the email for Balancing The Future?
The publicly listed email for Balancing The Future: support@lowerstreet.co.
How many listeners does Balancing The Future have?
Podseeker estimates Balancing The Future reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for Balancing The Future?
Balancing The Future typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Researchers, university faculty, PhD-level scientists, award-winning innovators, startup founders, and executives developing or commercializing consequential science and technology. Common among recent guests: Peer-recognized scientific or technical research; Development of a novel product, process, or technology; Innovation awards or institutional recognition. Recent guests include Sandhya Jayasekara, Lahiru Jayakody, and Tapasvi Bhatt.
How hard is it to get booked on Balancing The Future?
Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.
What topics does Balancing The Future cover?
Recent episodes cover Science, Technology, Sustainability, Biotechnology, and Clean Technology. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
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