Interview with Sarah Elliott from the Royal Ontario Museum about using Minecraft for remote engagement with students.

Discussion about how art can enhance scientific investigation skills. We also share experiences of thinking of ourselves as science or art people and consider the benefits of breaking down these self imposed barriers.

A suggested outline for effective science reporting using examples of news articles about the identification of a pheromone associated with swarming locusts. Focusing too much on results could undermine long-term confidence in scientists and scientific institutions.

Using science news literacy skills to put click-bait in context. Discussion about recent stories of ‘murder hornets’ found in monitoring traps in the United States. Tips to avoid being distracted by emotionally charged language.

Discussion about environmental themes in the 2016 Disney film, Moana. We discuss the ocean, representation, and depiction of indigenous knowledge and skills.

Discussion about challenges of teaching science. The discussion is framed by a paper which looked at participants beliefs about the nature of science their response to uncertainty in science communication.