On September 1, an interview with UNMAM Collections Manager Andrea Perez-Martinez kicked off the fourth season of the podcast It’s (Probably) Not Rocket Science. The podcast series, produced by the University of New Mexico’s Marketing and Communication (UCAM) team, delves into fresh research around contemporary, intricate topics. The podcast highlights UNM faculty recognized worldwide as some of the top researchers in their respective fields.

In the episode, found here, as well as on Apple Podcasts and on Spotify, Perez-Martinez discusses collections stewardship, UNMAM’s Collections Year and how she uses research to ensure that works in the museum’s collection are handled properly and safely. The episode runs just under 25 minutes. 

It’s (Probably) Not Rocket Science, with a new episode released every other Tuesday, explores some of the hottest and most complex topics impacting our society, through conversations with UNM faculty and staff.

The podcast’s website notes that its goal is to bring listeners informal conversations on a wide variety of topics featuring researchers from UNM, which is an R1 University with high levels of research activity. Exploring topics takes place through engaging discussions with research specialists and scholarly experts, giving listeners the opportunity to get to know UNM’s faculty and staff who have expansive topical knowledge. 

While certain topics may seem difficult to understand, the podcast intends to demystify academic subjects to confidently declare, “it’s not rocket science.” 

Podcast host Cameron Goeldner is a senior public relations specialist at UCAM. In addition to his work producing the podcast, he produces stories, photos and videos for the UNM Newsroom. University Communications Representative Anna Padilla helped produce the UNMAM episode. Thank you, Cameron and Anna!