I’m guessing you come from an educated/academic background as I do?
In North America we have an incredible split between academia and the public, largely exacerbated by our historical failure to make it accessible. Many Americans don’t believe in global warming, the big bang, or evolution. Empathizing with your audience is a critical life skill that will make you more happy and effective.
Luckily it seems like we’re at the start of a new generation of science communicators, like Chris Hadfield and Neil deGrasse Tyson. As hokey as Cosmos may be, it’s a huge accessible step in the right direction.
What’s the situation like in Germany and Europe?
