For more than 30 years, Science Friday has produced award-winning science news programming that engages millions of people each week. Our flagship podcast and radio show, available on all podcast platforms and broadcast on more than 500 public radio stations, connects listeners with leading experts, leans into the joy of discovery, and helps people make sense of our world. Collaborating with our audience is central to our mission: We elevate their voices, solicit their feedback, and follow their curiosity in our show, book club, digital reporting, social media, live events, and educational materials.
At Science Friday, we are committed to:
Integrity
Be responsible, stand up for what we believe is right, and hold ourselves and each other to the highest standards.
Honesty
Utilize scientific data in an open, trustworthy and truthful way to present facts that enrich public dialogue.
Community
Work together to build an inclusive community committed to the advancement and appreciation of science.
Trust
Build and maintain trust through transparency, respect, and accountability to our audience, our partners, and each other.
Innovation
Think boldly, embrace change, and act courageously to innovate, set standards, and be leaders in everything we do.
Curiosity
Cultivate curiosity by asking questions, instilling wonder, and sparking a desire to learn more about the people and world around us.
Equity
Unapologetically advocate for equity in science and education by making science accessible to all, highlighting injustices, and celebrating the diversity of the human experience.
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