We give scientists a microphone.
Our science communication workshops teach scientists the basics of comedy writing and performance then throw them onstage to deliver a comedy talk to a live audience. Each scientist crafts a 5-10 minute talk about a scientific topic with only three rules: they have to teach something, they have to be funny, and their only tool is a microphone. By the way, we use the term “scientist” in the broadest possible sense; we welcome all science-related fields and STEM-adjacent professions (and even some humanities). The end result is like a TED Talk – but funny!
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Join us for a brainy comedy night where local scientists will attempt to perform stand-up for the first time ever!
Science Riot is a nonprofit program that provides free training for science professionals. We believe in the power of humor to connect with broad audiences, make difficult topics accessible, and humanize scientists without undermining the seriousness of their professions.
Science for Grownups.
