Encounters

Encounters is a podcast which delves into the evolving nexus of creative and scientific inquiry at the research ecosystem of Stanford University with host Janani Balasubramanian, a Stanford alum and Denning Visiting Artist.

about

Each episode will discuss how art catalyzes cross-disciplinary play—from the physics and metaphors of the interstellar medium to how information theory connects to mythology from the ancient past—featuring leading researchers, innovators, and thought visionaries. The series will also provide listeners with a window into Balasubramanian’s residency with field scenes captured at key moments across campus.

Podcast Guests: Ellen Oh (Director of Interdisciplinary Arts Programs at Stanford Arts), Srinija Srinivasan (Former Vice Chair of the Stanford Board of Trustees and Board Member of the On Being Project), Susan Clark (Assistant Professor of Physics at Stanford and KIPAC Senior Member), Tsachy Weissman (Professor of Electrical Engineering and Founding Director of the Stanford Compression Forum), and Natalie Gosnell (Associate Professor of Physics, Colorado College).

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This podcast is supported by Stanford Arts. Encounters is produced by Taylor Jones and recorded at Bing Concert Hall thanks to Stanford Live.