Anatole Chouard

Science & Environment Speaker

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ABOUT ME

I'm Anatole, a science and environment speaker, and master of ceremonies.I also make science videos on my YouTube channel, for which I was awarded a grant from the French National Centre of Cinema. My channel is available here: Chez Anatole

MY GOAL

To explain complex subjects such as IPCC reports, the biodiversity crisis and artificial intelligence in a simple, rigorous way.

MY STUDIES

- Lycée Henri IV : Preparatory classes (Physics & Chemistry)
- École Polytechnique : Masters degree, Applied Mathematics
- University College London : Masters degree, Mathematical Modelling


My 3 Most Popular Talks


Understanding IPCC Reports

IPCC reports are essential.The problem: each one is hundreds of pages long.The talk: I break down the reports clearly and accessibly. We also explore orders of magnitude, planetary boundaries, and our cognitive biases.We then have a clear understanding, and the motivation to take action.

AI: All the Risks Explained in 1 Talk

Artificial intelligence is fascinating.The problem: its risks remain poorly understood.The talk: drawing on scientific literature, we analyse all major risks associated with AI.We then identify the most effective prevention strategies.

The 10 Worst Communication Mistakes

Communication is essential, whatever your field.The problem: we keep repeating the same mistakes.The talk: together, we analyse the worst mistakes seen in TED Talks and identify the most effective communication techniques.We then identify the 10 key rules for successful public speaking.

These three talks are just examples, I can of course adapt to your specific needs.

EXPERIENCE

Since 2021, I have given over 90 talks to organisations in all sectors: construction, health, transport, food, etc.

THEMES

All the subjects I analyse on YouTube are also available in conference format.
If you have a request for a specific topic, it's also possible: I'll adapt to your needs.

DURATION

I'm often asked to do 1 hour presentation and 15 min questions, which I think is perfect.
I can adapt to your needs: from 15 min to 3 hours if required.
For a multi-day training course: it's possible, contact me to discuss it!

FORMAT

You can choose between face-to-face conferences or video conferences. They are interactive (even those by videoconference), with experiments with the audience, team quizzes and questions/answers, in addition to the presentation of topics.

LANGUAGES

I'm bilingual in English and French, so lectures can also be given in any of these 2 languages.


Testimonies


Anne Trotoux-Copermann
École Polytechnique
Director of Communications

We invited Anatole to host the launch of the École Polytechnique Foundation’s fundraising campaign, in front of an audience of 300 people.His professionalism, rigor, and ability to make science accessible contributed greatly to the success of the evening.Anatole’s kindness and thoughtfulness only strengthened our overall satisfaction.

Julia Roussel
French Physical Society
Director of Events

Anatole hosted the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2025 International Physics Olympiad in front of more than 1000 people, with energy and precision.His stage presence, sense of rhythm, and ability to connect with the audience played a key role in the success of these events.We are delighted to have worked with him!

Dr Alexis Trecourt
Hospices Civils de Lyon
Pathologist

Anatole Chouard demonstrated outstanding pedagogical skills when working with our medical students, raising awareness about the environmental disruptions we are facing.His strong command of the subject and his speaking skills deeply resonated with the students.The feedback was unanimously positive!

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Conferences

Meadows Report: presented at the Grand Palais during the Devoxx Forum, 20-minute format.

Social experiment: performed at the École Polytechnique, 2-minute extract.

IPCC reports: full summary presented at the BPI France forum, 45-minute format.

Videos

IPCC: full summary of the latest report, with graphs and maps

Interview with Jean-Marc Jancovici: on climate/health links

Artificial intelligence: the complete list of dangers

Interviews and newspaper quotes

La Jaune & la Rouge, interview by the École Polytechnique alumni magazine.

Télérama, my channel is cited in their ranking: 'Ecology: the 5 channels that talk about it best'


Contact me


Anatole Chouard

Public Speaker - Master of Ceremonies

Mail

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