Chemical Journeys

Welcome to Chemical Journeys. Explore the science and story of chemicals in the environment through conversations with people working in this area.

Chemical Journeys is a science podcast hosted by Chris Hughes, with 26 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Chris Hughes hosts Chemical Journeys, a science show with 26 episodes published.

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  Episode #3

  Uncovering chemical biodegradation in the environment - Kathrin Fenner, Eawag

  Mar 2, 20261h 7mS2

  <p>In this episode I speak with Prof. Kathrin Fenner, one of the leading academic scientists in the study of chemical biodegradation and environmental persistence.</p><p><br/></p><p>Kathrin and I have a far-reaching conversation covering her background and research interests, challenges and developments in chemical biodegradation research, and implications for policy and society. </p><p><br/></p><p>We have learned an enormous amount about the fate and persistence of chemicals in recent years, and the work of Kathrin and her group has been at the heart of this. </p><p><br/></p><p>Listen to the ep...

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  Episode #2

  Chemicals in our language - Joanna Gavins, University of Sheffield

  Jan 28, 20261h 6mS2

  <p>In this episode I speak with Joanna Gavins, who is a professor of English Language and Literature at the University of Sheffield.</p><p>Joanna and I discuss the language we use and how this influences the way we think, feel and act in relation to choices we make, the environment, and chemicals. </p><p>We start off by discussing the work Joanna has been doing at the Bio-based and Biodegradable Industries Association (BBIA) on how to effectively communicate information about sustainability to consumers. We also delve into our complex relationship with nature, and how this is influenced by l...

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  Early career journeys in academia and beyond - Fola Ogungbemi, Currenta

  Jan 11, 202655 minS2

  <p>Happy 2026, and welcome to Chemical Journeys Season 2!</p><p>In this episode, I speak with Dr. Fola Ogungbemi, Senior Expert in Product Compliance at Currenta.</p><p>Fola and I talk about his career journey so far, from student in ecotoxicology to senior regulatory consultant. We discuss experiences of early career scientists finding their next steps after completing a PhD, adapting to working in different sectors, the importance of staying open for continuous growth and learning, and the value of mentorship and support along the way. </p><p>Fola also shares some of his personal experiences of relocating to m...

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  Episode #23

  Putting yourself in a regulator's shoes - Watze de Wolf

  Nov 18, 20251h 22mS1

  <p>In this episode, I speak with Dr. Watze de Wolf. </p><p> </p><p>Watze has had a long and accomplished career working as a scientist and manager in both industry and regulatory settings, including 15 years working at the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). </p><p><br/></p><p>We have a wide-ranging discussion about his experiences and observations of how chemicals management has evolved over recent decades, and attempt to provide a diagnosis for the current situation and outlook for the years ahead. </p><p> </p><p>This includes:</p>Watze’s background, career journey and people he worked withThe...

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  Episode #22

  A tool to improve your regulatory foresight - Steven Brennan, Foresight

  Oct 26, 202555 minS1

  <p>In this episode I speak with Dr. Steven Brennan, co-founder and CEO of Foresight.</p><p><br/></p><p>Foresight is a software platform that helps organizations to make sense of complex and fast moving chemical regulations, so they can always be ready for what's coming next.</p><p><br/></p><p>Steven and I have a nice conversation that shows how he turned his years of regulatory experience into a software solution that solves a key challenge - how to get access to key insights faster to understand and manage regulatory change. </p><p><br/></p><p>Listen t...

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