Nature Podcast

Booking Overview

This science-news briefing covers notable research across the natural sciences, combining reporting and analysis from Nature journalists and editors with interviews featuring scientists behind significant findings. Credible pitches include researchers with timely, peer-reviewed discoveries and strong public-communication skills; booking is likely difficult because guests must offer substantial scientific news value and meet Nature’s editorial standards.

Metrics

Episodes: 915

Frequency: Multiple_weekly

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Estimated listeners: 10k-100k

Gender skew: Neutral

Location: USA

YouTube: 8.2k subscribers

Contact Information

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Host

Shamini Bundell - Science journalist and editor at Nature who presents coverage of significant scientific research and developments.

Nick Petrić Howe - Science journalist and editor at Nature who presents interviews and analysis on research across the scientific disciplines.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Researchers or scientific experts directly involved in notable, timely peer-reviewed studies, particularly work with broad implications or strong public interest. Guests should be able to explain complex findings clearly for a general audience.
Required Achievements:  
Peer-reviewed research in a leading scientific journal, Significant discovery or breakthrough in a relevant field, Recognition as an authoritative researcher or scientific communicator

Recent Guest Discussions

Rowan Hooper - Symbiosis, Cooperation Between Organisms, Evolution, And The Role Of Collaboration In Shaping Life.

Recent Topics

Science, Research, Biology, Astronomy, Medicine

Episodes

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Nature Podcast
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Junk plastic turns into high-value commodity with chemistry trick

August 05, 2026

Researchers untangle the chemistry behind turning PVC into high-grade motor lubricant — plus, how engineered yeast can help make a cancer drug.00:45 The chemistry behind converting PVC into lubricantResearch article: Munyaneza et al.09:15 Research HighlightsNature: ​​​​​​​Engineered yeast that make cancer drugs could spare a rare flowerNature: ​​​​​​​Sickle-cell disease linked to prematurely aged stem cells in mice​​​​​​​Subscribe to Nature Briefing, an unmissable daily round-up of science ne...

Briefing Chat: Orcas smashed a sunfish to bits — researchers aren't sure why

July 31, 2026

In this episode:00:24 The quest to count the Amazon's insectsNature: Tiny patch of Amazon likely holds 40,000 insect species — many new to science07:31 The orcas that exploded a sunfishThe Guardian: Orcas seen ramming prey so hard it explodes may be playing gameTiktok: Orcas vs sunfishSubscribe to Nature Briefing, an unmissable daily round-up of science news, opinion and analysis free in your inbox every weekday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Earthworks spotted in the Amazon hint at huge ancient civilization

July 29, 2026

In this episode:00:45 Ancient structures hidden beneath the Amazon’s canopyResearch article: Pärssinen et al.09:15 Research HighlightsNature: It’ll grow on you: live fungi formed into sustainable fashionPhysical Review Fluids: Gourmandie et al.11:48 Tiny fossils represent the earliest-known squid ancestorResearch article: Song et al.Subscribe to Nature Briefing, an unmissable daily round-up of science news, opinion and analysis free in your inbox every weekday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

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