The Fem-STEM Mythbusters

Star Trek Wants Women in STEM

Have women only recently gained interest in STEM? Or has history just been written by men, about men, and for men? Today's episode answers those questions and more with guest speaker Lois Melbourne, Co-Founder of Aquire and author of sci-fi novel, Moral Code (coming out in September).

How Does the Right to an Abortion Impact Education?

On June 24th, SCOTUS overturned Roe v. Wade, a landmark decision where the Court ruled that the Constitution of the United States conferred the right to have an abortion. This has and will continue to have devastating consequences for women in America, including having a negative impact on their educational and career pursuits. In today's episode, everything from misconceptions about being "pro-choice" to what post-Roe America looks like is discussed with guest speaker Regan Ralph. Regan is the founding president and CEO of the Fund for Global Human Rights and a women’s rights advocate.

Can I Combine My Interests?

In today's episode me and guest Afua Bruce tackle the myth that girls have no STEM interest. Ms. Bruce is New America's Director of Engineering for Public Interest Technology. We talk about the possibility of combining one's non=STEM and STEM interests.

The Importance of A Single Small Step

This marks the last episode for our Women's History Month special. I talk with guest speaker Monica H. Kang about the importance of creativity in the STEM field. Ms. Kang is the CEO and Founder of InnovatorsBox and the host of two podcasts: Rethink Creativity and Curious Monica.

How We Can Begin to Overcome Workplace Bias

Today's episode is the second of our Women's History Month special. I discuss the myth that only men can be technology leaders with Khuloud Odeh, Global Director of Digital Services at CGIAR. Join us as we discuss everything from workplace bias, the importance of diversity in the STEM field, and how we can work towards more sustainable and welcoming workplaces.