“I am dismayed that Nature has put out a podcast that features diverse voices, but then fails to bring the production quality to a baseline minimum professional level. It tells me that diverse voices, in this case the voices of Disabled scientists, are not actually valued at Nature. Long gaps, awkward cuts, and a ongoing pattern of poor production reveal that these podcasts are not reviewed by an editor before release. Is would be MUCH better to release decent-quality podcasts on the timeline afforded by the resources available rather than to release shoddy work. If I submitted these podcasts as part of a research paper, Nature would rightfully reject them due to lack of polish. I love listening to the voices featured, but every time there is a random 10 second gap between clips, that voice is being devalued. Production quality is holding this podcast back. Hire a competent intern, or better yet, permit the existing Nature podcast professionals to commit the extra hour it would take to remove the awkward gaps. I just want to enjoy the podcast without feeling sad.”
ComeOnnn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/03/22