Ologies with Alie Ward Andragogology (300TH EPISODE SPECIAL) with Alie Ward
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Jun 19, 2024 
Alie Ward, a science communicator, discusses her career journey, building Ologies podcast, importance of adult SciComm, fear killing curiosity, and tips for aspiring communicators. Topics include changing beliefs, engaging audiences, and navigating challenges in the field.
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Audience-Centric SciComm
- Effective science communication considers the audience's needs and motivations.
- Asking "what's in it for them?" is key to engagement.
Docent Experience
- Volunteering as a docent changed Allie's SciComm outlook by emphasizing context and emotional connection.
- She learned to encourage observation and personal conclusions over lecturing.
Beyond Fear-Based Communication
- "If it bleeds, it leads" journalism can be exhausting and ineffective.
- Focusing on appreciation rather than fear motivates action and understanding.