Melhores podcasts sobre Big Sisters In Stem (2024)

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Making an impact, imposter syndrome, and the pressure to conform 46:17

18d ago46:17

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It’s our final episode of season one, and we’re going out with a bang! Delving into the dimension of supercars and laundry detergents designed for NASA, Jasmine (she/her) is joined by University of Manchester alumni Ella Podmore MBE (she/her) and Chemical Engineering student Shree Kumaresan (she/her). Challenging the expectation that women in engin…

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Speaking up, the climate crisis, and being on the crest of a wave 44:27

26d ago44:27

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Speaking out about the things that matter, matters. This week Jasmine is diving into the deep end with Professor of Climate Science and Energy, Alice Larkin (she/her), and Ishita Somwanshi (she/her) a first year Materials Science and Engineering student. When you find yourself riding the crest of a wave, Alice argues it’s important to bring others …

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Role models, unlocking creativity, and shedding stereotypes 43:50

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From Star Wars to Avatar... you can find pieces of Dr Zahra Montazeri (she/her) and her work throughout some of your favourite films. Today she explains not only how she employs science to create such magical results, but how important it is to believe in your abilities on your journey. From Iran to Turkey, and from California to the UK – Zahra kno…

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Burn out, defying expectations, and curing cancer 50:55

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‘If you’re a creative person that can write well, then science is for you!’ Professor Emma Crosbie On today’s episode, we’re talking about defying expectations and looking out for yourself while you do. From letting go of the things which no longer serve you, to refusing to let other people hinder your aspirations – in the end, to support others yo…

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Coding IS fun, sustainable fashion, and being the main character 43:34

2M ago43:34

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Shouldn’t we all be the main character in our own lives? This week Jasmine talks sustainability and finding support systems with two guests – Fashion Business and Technology Lecturer Charlene Gallery (she/her), and final year Computer Science Student Eman Ahsan (she/her). From 3D modelling the shoes on your feet, to using technology to mitigate the…

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‘Little things’ matter, intersectionality, and changing the world 46:01

2M ago46:01

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We begin our journey with two guests aligned in their passion of making a positive impact on our planet, Ciara (she/her) and Vanessa (they/them). Ciara bringing her experience as an Aerospace Systems Lecturer, and Vanessa theirs as an Earth and Environmental Science student. You may be surprised just how much their passions collide, but then again,…