This episode tackles one of the biggest environmental and public health challenges of our time: PFAS, the so-called “forever chemicals”. They’re found in everything from non-stick cookware to firefighting foam. When PFAS contamination was discovered around the Royal Australian Air Force base near Newcastle, residents like Lindsay Clout were left searching for answers about what the chemicals meant for their health, livelihoods and future. Through Lindsay’s powerful firsthand account, we explore the impact of living in a contamination zone and the long fight for recognition and action. Host Shahni Wellington also speaks with University of Newcastle experts Professor Ravi Naidu and Dr Jacinta Martin about the science behind PFAS, the risks they pose, and groundbreaking research aimed at removing PFAS from contaminated soil, water and even our bodies. From community advocacy to scientific advances, this is a story of resilience, discovery and those fighting against an enemy we cannot see.

This episode includes personal experiences and views from a community member affected by PFAS contamination. Those views are their own. Discussion of PFAS and potential health impacts reflects current scientific understanding available at the time of recording.

This episode tackles one of the biggest environmental and public health challenges of our time: PFAS, the so-called &ldquo;forever chemicals&rdquo;. They&rsquo;re found in everything from non-stick cookware to firefighting foam. When PFAS contamination was discovered around the Royal Australian Air Force base near Newcastle, residents like Lindsay Clout were left searching for answers about what the chemicals meant for their health, livelihoods and future. Through Lindsay&rsquo;s powerful firsthand account, we explore the impact of living in a contamination zone and the long fight for recognition and action. Host Shahni Wellington also speaks with University of Newcastle experts Professor Ravi Naidu and Dr Jacinta Martin about the science behind PFAS, the risks they pose, and groundbreaking research aimed at removing PFAS from contaminated soil, water and even our bodies. From community advocacy to scientific advances, this is a story of resilience, discovery and those fighting against an enemy we cannot see.
This episode includes personal experiences and views from a community member affected by PFAS contamination. Those views are their own. Discussion of PFAS and potential health impacts reflects current scientific understanding available at the time of recording.

What if we could give stroke patients more time to receive life-saving treatment? Could we finally solve the problem of forever chemicals? How many more breakthroughs are possible when we listen – really listen – to women’s health needs?  Join host Shahni Wellington, in partnership with The University of Newcastle, as she speaks with the researchers and innovators behind some of today's most important discoveries - uncovering the stories, challenges and breakthroughs that are changing the way we live.

What if we could give stroke patients more time to receive life-saving treatment? Could we finally solve the problem of forever chemicals? How many more breakthroughs are possible when we listen &ndash; really listen &ndash; to women&rsquo;s health needs? &nbsp;Join host Shahni Wellington, in partnership with The University of Newcastle, as she speaks with the researchers and innovators behind some of today's most important discoveries - uncovering the stories, challenges and breakthroughs that are changing the way we live.