Sam Andrews is a marine science writer, research consultant, and director of ocean-focused communications agency Ocean Oculus.

Sarah and Sam talk about

1. How a student blog turned into a writing career
2. The importance of adapting solutions and messages for different contexts
3. Why she wants researchers and research communicators to work more closely together

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1. Connect with Sam on LinkedIn, X, BlueSky or via her website
2. Find out about Sam's communications agency Ocean Oculus

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Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Clare Jonas, That Thinking Feeling

What do you get if you cross an academic psychologist with a research communicator? Some amazing skills training workshops! Clare offers workshops which support researchers to develop knowledge and practical skills in three overlapping areas: research communication, taking care of ourselves and each other, and career skills for academia and beyond. They’re based on Clare's professional expertise, lived experience, evidence from psychology and related fields... and love of dad jokes! Find out more at https://www.thatthinkingfeeling.co.uk/

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Come along to meet other research-adjacent folks in person at Brooklyn Bar in Leeds on Thursday 30 April 2026 from 5.30pm. Open to anyone who feels part of this world. Facilitated by podcast host Sarah McLusky. Find out more and sign up here https://researchadjacent.circle.so/c/open-events/leeds-research-adjacent-community-networking-4058c1