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Dava Sobel

Best-selling science writer known for books like Longitude and Galileo's Daughter, blending science with storytelling and making complex ideas accessible.

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Jan 14, 2025 • 41min

The Elements of Marie Curie with Dava Sobel

Dava Sobel, a renowned science writer and author of "Longitude," joins the discussion to delve into the remarkable legacy of Marie Curie. They explore Curie’s groundbreaking discoveries in radioactivity that transformed scientific understanding. Sobel discusses the historical gender biases Curie navigated and her role as a trailblazer for women in science. The conversation highlights Curie's significant advancements, the ethical challenges in early cancer treatments, and her lasting impact on future generations, including her daughters.
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Feb 16, 2025 • 56min

#132: Dava Sobel — The Art of Science Storytelling, Writing Hidden Histories & How a Rejected Pitch Became a Bestseller

Dava Sobel, a best-selling science writer celebrated for her works like Longitude, shares her journey of intertwining science and storytelling. She discusses transforming historical narratives into bestsellers and emphasizes women’s contributions to science, particularly focusing on Marie Curie. Sobel reflects on her transition from journalism to book writing, the complexities of simplifying scientific concepts, and effective self-editing techniques. Her insights on resilience in both writing and science offer inspiration for aspiring authors.
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Aug 14, 2025 • 53min

The remarkable life of Marie Curie and the women scientists she inspired — with Dava Sobel

Dava Sobel, bestselling author of works like Longitude and The Elements of Marie Curie, explores the extraordinary life of Marie Curie, a pioneer who reshaped the landscape for women in science. Sobel discusses Curie's groundbreaking discoveries, her dual Nobel Prizes, and her mentorship of future generations of female scientists. The conversation also highlights the often-overlooked contributions of women to science, the challenges of gender inequality, and the troubling exploitation of Curie's legacy through harmful radium products.

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