Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 15
Frequency: Every two weeks
Rating: 4.9/5.0
Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000
Listener location: USA
Instagram: 43.0k followers
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
cen_multimedia@acs.org
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Host
David Anderson - Co-host of C&EN's Inflection Point, covering the historical roots and present-day implications of scientific developments.
Gina Vitale - Co-host of C&EN's Inflection Point, covering the historical roots and present-day implications of scientific developments.
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Recent Guest Discussions
Alex Tullo - Plastics Recycling Methods, Recycling Rates, And The Environmental Consequences Of Plastic Waste
Prachi Patel - The Current State And Future Prospects Of Nuclear Fusion Technology
Fionna Samuels - Carbon Capture, Carbon Removal, And Ocean-based Approaches To Mitigating Emissions
Alex Scott - Carbon Capture, Carbon Removal, And The Historical Development Of Co2-scrubbing Technology
Recent Topics
Episodes
Bonus: On the ground with the chemistry community
September 26, 2026
In this bonus episode, hosts David Anderson and Gina Vitale take the time machine all the way back to -ahem- August …for a trip to the fall meeting of the American Chemical Society. David and Gina meet with chemists from all over the globe to hear about their favorite science history moments, current chemistry discoveries they think have bright futures, and personal inflection points from their own lives and careers. C&EN's award-winning podcast Inflection Point leans on our 100-year archive...
Sorting out the controversial history of plastics recycling
July 01, 2026
In this episode, hosts David Anderson and Gina Vitale take the time machine back to the colonial US and also relive the revolutionary 1970s to understand the origins of plastics recycling. They also bring in C&EN reporter Alex Tullo to explain the different types of plastics recycling, how much plastic actually gets recycled, and the consequences of just tossing something in your recycling bin and hoping for the best. C&EN's award-winning podcast Inflection Point leans on our 100-year arc...
Nuclear fusion stumped us for a century. Can it fuel the future?
June 17, 2026
In this episode, hosts David Anderson and Gina Vitale take the time machine as far back as it will go to understand the primordial origins of nuclear fusion. They also bring in C&EN reporter Prachi Patel to untangle the current state of fusion technology and predict whether fusion will power our future. C&EN's award-winning podcast Inflection Point leans on our 100-year archive to trace headline topics in science today back to their disparate and surprising roots. In each episode, we explore ...
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with Inflection Point?
Inflection Point is hosted by David Anderson and Gina Vitale. Its publicly listed email is cen_multimedia@acs.org. 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 Inflection Point?
The publicly listed email for Inflection Point: cen_multimedia@acs.org.
How many listeners does Inflection Point have?
Podseeker estimates Inflection Point reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for Inflection Point?
Inflection Point typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Professional science journalism experience or specialized expertise in the scientific topic under discussion, with the ability to explain technical developments and their historical context. Recent guests include Alex Tullo, Prachi Patel, and Fionna Samuels.
How hard is it to get booked on Inflection Point?
Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.
What topics does Inflection Point cover?
Recent episodes cover Science History, Chemistry, Scientific Discovery, Research, and Technology. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
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