194: From the Fields to the Stars: Exploring Space, Immigration, and Diversity with Maria Varmazis

Sophie Alcorn Podcast

Maria Varmazis is the host of T-Minus Space Daily Podcast, co-host of the Hacking Humans podcast, and a frequent guest on numerous technology and cybersecurity podcasts. She is an artist, podcaster, journalist, and content creator with over 15 years of experience in telling stories that engage and delight. She is always happy to geek out over space and cybersecurity, both professionally and personally!

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• Influence of science and engineering in Maria's upbringing

• Transition from dreams of astrophysics to a career in computer science

• Navigating cultural and linguistic challenges as a child of immigrants

• Diversity issues in the space and cybersecurity industries

• Cultural norms and challenges in cybersecurity and space sectors

• Future trends and advancements in global space exploration by 2030 and beyond

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• https://mvarmazis.com/

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