63: Science journalism (with Brian Resnick)
Dan and James chat about science journalism with Brian Resnick (@b_resnick), who is a science reporter at Vox.com.
\n\nHere\u2019s what they cover:
\n\nShould scientists be worried that their work will be misrepresented when talking to the media? [0:58]
\nHow Brian approaches science journalism [8:53]
\nIt\u2019s ok to challenge the assumptions of science journalists [16:57]
\nHow do you write a great headline? [19:13]
\nHow does Brian appraise the quality of research? [29:50]
\nShould psychiatrists (or journalists) diagnose the US President? [32:50]
\nStories in science that no one knows the answer to [36:58]
\nHow to promote your research without going via your institution\u2019s media department [40:24]
\nThe best way to pitch your research to a science journalist [44:25]
\nHow pre-preprints are great for research addressing current events [48:45]
\nHow scientists can improve their science communication writing [53:15]
\nDick jokes in science writing \u2014 yes or no? [54:30]
\nWhat has Brian changed his mind about? [56:37]
\nBrian\u2019s book recommendation [58:05]
Links:
\nBrian\u2019s pieces at Vox - https://www.vox.com/authors/brian-resnick
\nThe twitter poll that Dan was referring to - https://twitter.com/kylejasmin/status/960065733551181824?lang=en
\nThe Weeds podcast episode on the Goldwater rule - https://art19.com/shows/the-weeds/episodes/72d4c65f-2d2a-4925-8bb6-7d6ca93cb561
\nBrian\u2019s email - Brian@vox.com
\nBrian on Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/b_resnick
Books mentioned:
\nWe have no idea - https://www.amazon.com/We-Have-No-Idea-Universe/dp/0735211515
\nDoes it fart? - https://www.amazon.com/Does-Fart-Definitive-Animal-Flatulence/dp/0316484156/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8
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Music credits: Lee Rosevere freemusicarchive.org/music/Lee_Rosevere/
Special Guest: Brian Resnick.