Science Academy 2025 Podcast students were tasked with exploring their favourite aspect of science and communicating their ideas through the medium of Radio and Podcasting. They attended four 90 minute workshops at OAR FM studios Dunedin during our January Science camp- researched, planned and developed their ideas between January and July camps- and completed final editing and recording during a further four 90 minute workshops during our July Science camp facilitated by  Arina Aizal & Domi Angelo-Laloli at OAR FM Studios Dunedin.

You can listen  to all this year’s and previous year’s student podcasts by visiting OAR FM Science Academy Podcasts.

Can you sea the change?

Toroa Charteris

Explore the lived reality of climate change in small-town New Zealand, the devastation of Westport following repeated flooding events. As climate change impacts continue to accelerate, this podcast highlights the importance of community-led planning, Indigenous knowledge, and urgent government action.

The Stress Trap: Learning Hits Pause

Emma Morgan

Feeling the pressure of upcoming exams? Teachers reminding you that “Your future depends on it!” But does all this stress really help you learn? In this episode, we dive into how stress impacts your brain and your ability to study. Tune in for tips on building resilience and studying effectively.

The Science of Bodybuilding

Jordin Tolentino

Building muscle – how does it happen, what is it, and how can you achieve it? Hear about the misinformation present online, and how to spot this. We have interviewed multiple people who go to the gym regularly to test their knowledge about bodybuilding

The Future Fuels

Jarred Monteith

Have you ever thought about what the near future might hold? Well, look no further as we briefly discuss topics such as small nuclear reactors, fusion, and hydrogen engines. So come along for the ride – into the future

 

The Breathing Room

Leona Harley

Let’s discuss the issues of breeders breeding brachycephalic dogs. We’ll cover health effects, vet visits, and how to help your furry friend who might be struggling. Hear interviews from a vet with opinions against, and from a breeder with an opinion for breeding these dog breeds.

The Joy of Music

Lucas McCormick

Let’s talk about the joy of music from playing an instrument and the people you’ll meet through your lifetime of playing.

Mind Over Muscle – The Mental Edge

Alexander Sever

We explore the mental edge in sports and real life. Find out how focus, resilience, and mindset often outplay physical strength in achieving peak performance.

 

Stars and other stellar objects

 

Willem Veldhuizen

Hear about the formation and death of stars, resulting in supernovas, black holes, neutron stars, and other theoretical anomalies such as gravastars and white holes.

Type 1 vs Type 2 Diabetes: Same Disease or Completely Different

Nicole Schoneveld

We’ll discuss the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, with real-life examples from Michelle and Janet, two individuals with two different types of the disease.

Menopause – A Listener’s Guide

 

Aliette Parsons
While menopause is something that every woman is bound to go through, it’s not something that is openly talked about or something that everyone has knowledge of. Hear interviews from a nurse practitioner specialised in menopause and a patient on the HRT supplement.

From conversation to clicks – AI use in translation

 

Nico Hargreaves

With programs like Google Translate and DeepL gaining popularity, AI use in translation is more relevant than ever. But how does it actually work, and can the same concepts be applied to non-human communication as well? 

You can listen  to all this year’s and previous year’s student podcasts by visiting