Big Sisters in STEM

May 01 2024 7 ep. 39 mins 1

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As women and marginalised voices, we’re told just being in the room is a great achievement – so why doesn’t it always feel great? From imposter syndrome to the feminine urge to over-burden ourselves, it takes guts to take up space in field that wasn’t made with you in mind. Join us for six episodes as we sit down every week with scientists, students, and sisters at all stages of their journey in STEM – you’re not the only girl in this classroom!

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Making an impact, imposter syndrome, and the pressure to conform

May 01 2024 46 mins

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 engineering must have been raised wi

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

Apr 23 2024 44 mins

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 along with you. Be it in climate

Role models, unlocking creativity, and shedding stereotypes

Apr 16 2024 43 mins

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 knows talent, hard work, and self-b

Burn out, defying expectations, and curing cancer

Apr 09 2024 50 mins

‘If you’re a creative person that can write well, then science is for you!’ Professor Emma CrosbieOn 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 you must learn to support

Coding IS fun, sustainable fashion, and being the main character

Apr 02 2024 43 mins

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 need for waste in clothes samp

‘Little things’ matter, intersectionality, and changing the world

Mar 26 2024 46 mins

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, isn’t bringing different perspe

Big Sisters in STEM: Teaser

Mar 04 2024 2 mins