STEM-Talk - Podcast Rankings and reviews

I am SO excited to have finally discovered this incredible podcast!! I love learning about cutting edge science. As an ER doc, I most often listen to field specific podcasts. Broadening my awareness of research across other fields through this show is so enjoyable, especially learning the fascinating biographies of the researchers. As a mother of older school age kids, I’m always telling my kids that most people follow a nonlinear path to their careers so keep an open mind about career options! I love the skillful way Dawn interviews these amazing scientists to describe the unique path that brought them to their interesting areas of work. Keep up the good work!! I’m binge listening to catch up!

I have been a long time listener to STEM talk and it just keeps getting better with age. Not only do Ken, Dawn and Marcus do an excellent job of presenting interesting and thought provoking topics but they also delve into the personal stories of the though leaders they inteview. Your recent interview with Dr Nicholas Norwitz was so packed with ground breaking revelations, I had to keep skipping back to relisten to those segments. As a physician, I am impressed and encouraged by the energy and curiosity that Dr. Norwitz brings to his research. Thinking outside of the “accepted science” and constantly investigating the outliers and exceptions is how progress is made in science. Knowing the cognitive benefits of a Ketogenic diet, I wonder how his journey from Ulcerative Colitis to Brilliant researcher and physician may have been assisted by his landing in the Metabolic Valhalla of Ketosis. I am certain I willl be hearing Dr. Norwitz again on STEM talk in the future. From the marvels of Roman Concrete to Next Gen spacesuits and everything about optimizing Human Nutrition, I will be coming back to STEM talk on a weekly basis.

Stem-Talk is the perfect blend of brilliant minds and refreshingly relevant conversation—feels like a masterclass wrapped in wit, where complex topics become delightfully digestible. The hosts ask the kinds of questions you wish you’d thought of, and the guests? Absolute rockstars in their fields. They explain complex ideas in a way that feels accessible, not overwhelming. There’s a clarity and ease to the conversations that makes you want to lean in and learn more.
It’s science served with a side of charm—and I’m hooked.

In an effort to get off of YouTube, I began listening to podcasts and really enjoyed Ben Bikman. In searching for Ben Bikman and uric acid, I found your podcast. I enjoyed your interview with Ben so very much. Was the best I’ve heard from him of all that’s out there. I loved hearing about his growing up years and all the most important things I’ve been wanting to learn from him in one interview. I loved hearing the questions you all asked, and I love how professional you all are. So many podcasts are so hard to listen to with the loose and valley girl type talking. But not with you all. I looked over all the other episodes. I’m excited to listen to them and get so much motivation for taking care of my health each day. Thank you!