From Listener to Learner: A Podcast to Peek Behind the Curtain of Research Experiences

Kate Morgan (kjm19@psu.edu)
Multiple barriers contribute to undergraduates’ lack of involvement in research, including self-doubt, misperceptions about research, and naivete about resources. Furthermore, when research is highlighted, the focus is often on polished final products and described in specialized language that can make such experiences feel even more unattainable to students. We created a podcast focused on the hows and whys—not just the whats—of research and inquiry experiences to pull back the curtain and make