Best Jennifer Riggins Podcasts (2024)

1
IwA # International Women day 2024: Insights for leaders with Jennifer Riggins # 10 51:10

1M ago51:10

51:10

Insights for leaders with Jennifer Riggins Women's Voices in Tech International Women’s Day at the Voice of Women summit was electrifying. My session was part of a vibrant exchange with over a thousand attendees and 200 empowering women's voices. Reflecting on this day feels like the start of something pivotal. My talk and a frank discussion with J…

1
IwA: Leading with Clarifty in the AI Era: The Vital Role of Business Coaching and Cybersecurity Awareness 009 46:28

2M ago46:28

46:28

Leading with Clarifty in the AI Era: The Vital Role of Business Coaching and Cybersecurity Awareness Welcome to the World of AI and Cybersecurity: A Call to Action for Midsize Companies Today, we dive into the transformative world of artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity, crucial elements that reshape business. But the question remains: Is…

1
IwA: Transform your company with systems 008 51:33

3M ago51:33

51:33

🌟 "Transforming Visions into Success with Avva Thach, the host for iAvva: Innovate with authenticity 🌟 🎙️ 🚀 Key Highlights: System Over Goals: Learn from Avva's experiences and examples, like the legendary NFL coach Bill Walsh, how building efficient systems can lead to consistent victories and success. Vision and Compassion in Leadership: Discover…

1
IwA: Empower and Transform Monica Periade's Journey Through Resilience and Coaching in the Digital Age 007 54:51

3M ago54:51

54:51

Welcome to the thrilling journey of digital transformation! As we ride these waves, it's not just about AI and process improvement; it's about nurturing the human spirit behind the tech. I am thrilled to share my enlightening conversation with Monica Periade, the author of two impactful books, including "Unstoppable You." Her inspiring story of res…

1
IwA - Harmonizing Innovation: How to build an AI product team's DNA 006 13:33

3M ago13:33

13:33

Title: "Harmonizing Innovation: How to build an AI product team's DNA" Good day to all! Imagine leading a team where everyone feels a profound sense of belonging and has the freedom to innovate. This is my story, shared in my blog and LinkedIn, about creating a symphony of synergy in AI team development. Embracing Team Belonging and Innovation: My …

1
IwA - How to Master Leadership in the AI Era: Combining the Power of EQ and Mindfulness 005 50:29

4M ago50:29

50:29

IwA - How to Master Leadership in the AI Era: Combining the Power of EQ and Mindfulness" is a comprehensive guide designed for leaders navigating the challenges of the digital age. The focus is on integrating Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and mindfulness to enhance leadership skills in an AI-driven environment. The guide underscores the importance of…

1
IwA - The One Reframing Technique for Digital Leaders 004 17:28

4M ago17:28

17:28

The one thing you can do to change your emotion and reframe your thinking to enable innovation

1
IwA - Create your new journey 003 39:51

4M ago39:51

39:51

No matter what background and experience you had, you had to define and create your own journey. The past does not need to define you, rather let it be the fuel to create your present and future. Write your own narrative for the years to come.

1
Tech Decision-Making: 3 Crucial Considerations for Leaders - IwA 002 8:41

4M ago8:41

8:41

Introduction A brief overview of the episode’s focus: decision-making in the tech industry. Personal Story Ava shares a personal experience about a challenging decision she faced. Discusses the importance of the project and the dilemma she encountered. Balancing Data and Intuition Exploration of how she balanced expert advice and data with her intu…

1
Welcome to the show - IwE 001 9:21

5M ago9:21

9:21

Introduction: Welcome to "iavva.ai: Innovation with Authenticity," where we delve into the vibrant world of women leaders in tech. Today, we're exploring the art of multidimensional communication and how it fosters a culture of peace and progress. We'll also discuss the pivotal role of product innovation and customized consulting in addressing and …

1
Being Disabled in Grad School w/ Dr. Roo Steinberg 55:55

11M ago55:55

55:55

Dr. Roo Steinberg of Dragonfly Mental Health discusses her experiences with disabilities in graduate school. She earned her Ph.D. in cellular and molecular medicine at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 2020 and has worked in the mental health in academia advocacy space for over 10 years, aligning with her passion for writing and commun…

1
Leaving with a Masters and starting a new PhD w/ Brittney Hauke 48:14

1+ y ago48:14

48:14

This week, we will be joined by Brittney Hauke (she/they). Brittney Hauke is a 3rd-year Ph.D. Candidate in Materials Science and Engineering at Penn State University. She previously got her Master's in Materials Science and Engineering from Arizona State University and their BA in Physics and Studio art at a small liberal arts school called Coe Col…

1
Narrowing Down A Vague Topic w/ Emeline Beltran 29:17

1+ y ago29:17

29:17

This week, we will be joined by Emeline Beltran (she/her). Emeline is a Master of Arts Candidate from California State University, Los Angeles studying Communication. The main subfields in this discipline that she focuses on are intercultural, global, and health communication. Her research interests are in crisis communication, specifically how eme…

1
Building Transferrable Skills w/ Eleni Routoula 44:27

1+ y ago44:27

44:27

This week, we will be joined by Eleni Routoula (she/her). Originally from Greece, Eleni moved in the UK 6 years ago to pursue further studies. Her educational background has been in chemical engineering, but after 10 years of chemeng studies including a PhD on the topic, she realised that my passion was not about the practice of the profession as a…

1
Navigating Academia as a First-Gen Black Woman w/ Kamille Harris 30:36

1+ y ago30:36

30:36

This week, we will be joined by Kamille Harris (she/her). Kamille is currently serving as a Psychology Intern at the University of Memphis Counseling Center where she provides individual and group psychotherapy, as well as crisis interventions and campus outreach. She completed her Master of Science in Clinical Counseling at Radford University and …

1
Navigating Difficult Topics w/ Ti'Air Riggins 46:27

2y ago46:27

46:27

This week, we will be joined by Ti'Air Riggins (she/her). Ti’Air Riggins is a current Biomedical Engineering PhD researcher at Case Western Reserve University who just became the first Black Biomedical Engineering PhD recipient from MSU. She received her bachelors in Biomedical Engineering from The Ohio State University in 2011, also becoming the f…

1
Finding Community Online in Grad School w/ Jennifer Van Alstyne 38:56

2y ago38:56

38:56

This week, we will be joined by Jennifer Van Alstyne (she/her). Jennifer van Alstyne is a communications strategist for professors and researchers. At The Academic Designer LLC, Jennifer helps people share their work effectively online. The Social Academic blog has articles and interviews on managing your online presence. Jennifer is a Peruvian-Ame…

1
Chronic Illness in Grad School w/ Kasia Kuzmicz-Kowalska 51:22

2y ago51:22

51:22

This week, we will be joined by Kasia Kuzmicz-Kowalska (she/her). Kasia is a PhD Student at the Institute of Science and Technology Austria studying Developmental Biology. She is also the host of the Science on Trial [and Error] podcast. You can connect with Kasia on Twitter @kuzmiczkowalska and find Science on Trial [and Error] on Twitter @science…

1
Building an Additive Skills Portifolio w/ Manasi Apte 1:02:54

2y ago1:02:54

1:02:54

This week's guest is Manasi Apte, PhD (she/her). Manasi is a Scientist and Communicator, currently based in Knoxville, Tennessee, USA. She is an accomplished science research scientist, seasoned science communicator, and avid public engagement practitioner, working with several initiatives in the United States and India for more than a decade. Mana…

1
Boundaries w/ Julia Jones 43:01

2y ago43:01

43:01

This week's guest is Julia Jones, PhD (she/her). Julia Jones is a scientist, coach, and founder of the Academic Life Community. With over two decades of experience in academia, Julia studied and worked at institutions across seven countries. She holds two masters degrees in biology and in demography and earned her PhD in Zoology from the University…

1
Job Searching without Mentor Support w/ Daniel Jefferies 46:58

2y ago46:58

46:58

This week's guest is Dan Jefferies, PhD (he/him). Dan received his PhD in Chemistry from Vanderbilt University in 2019 after which he did a postdoc at Harvard University. Although he is no longer in a fume hood, he has been able to find a career that keeps him close to the action and involved in his passions. Outside of work Dan, enjoy visiting new…

1
Pregnancy in Grad School - A Panel 59:36

2y ago59:36

59:36

Let's talk about pregnancy in grad school! A bonus episode of Grad Chat by PhD Balance. Big thank you to our panellists: 1. Javi Rudolph, PhD (Twitter @javirudolph) 2. Alexa M. Quinn, PhD (Twitter @AlexaMQuinn) 3. Iben Rickett Sullivan, PhD, MPH (Twitter @imickrick) 4. Pamela Fullerton, NCC, LCPC, CCTP, C-DBT (LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/p…

1
Changing Working Environments w/ Victoria Gray 36:21

2y ago36:21

36:21

This week, we will be joined by Victoria Gray, PhD (she/her). Victoria just finished her PhD in (Statistical) Cancer Genetics at Cardiff University and is getting ready to start a research position at the University of Bristol. Her research focuses on genetic variation in patients with various types of cancer. Outside of work, Victoria is a keen si…

1
Filling Your Cup w/ Sangeeta Nair 43:25

2y ago43:25

43:25

This week, we will be joined by Sangeeta Nair, PhD (she/her). Sangeeta recently graduated with her PhD in Behavioral Neuroscience and is currently enjoying her life as a small business owner. Today she’s here to chat about finding a community in graduate school, working to fill your cup back up, and some of the disappointments and difficulties she …

1
Personal & Professional Development in Grad School w/ Sean Bittner 43:31

2y ago43:31

43:31

This week, we will be joined by Sean Bittner, PhD (he/him). Sean holds a PhD in Bioengineering and the Associate Certified Coach credential from the International Coaching Federation. His graduate research focused on 3D printing and biomaterials research, and he has a combined 6 years of writing & presentation consulting and leadership & career coa…

1
Going to School and Working Full-Time w/ Mikel Joachim 40:05

2y ago40:05

40:05

This week, we will be joined by Mikel Joachim (she/her). Mikel Joachim is a research program manager with Badger Athletic Performance and a full-time PhD student in Clinical Investigation, both at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her research broadly focuses on injury prevention and recovery in athletes, with specific expertise in biomechanics …

1
Setting your Goals & Defining Success w/ Erin Berlew 34:20

2y ago34:20

34:20

This week, we will be joined by Erin Berlew (she/her). Erin is a PhD candidate in bioengineering at the University of Pennsylvania. Her research focus is on making optogenetic tools to control the cytoskeleton and, more generally, thinking about how to use natural photoreceptors to perturb cell physiology. She is also interested in teaching, lab or…

1
PhD Career Transitions Beyond Academia w/ Holly Prescott, PhD 43:22

2y ago43:22

43:22

This week, we will be joined by Holly Prescott, PhD (she/her). Holly is currently the Careers Adviser for Postgraduate Researchers at the University of Birmingham (UK) and author of the new PhD Careers blog "PostGradual" (phd-careers.co.uk). She completed her PhD in English Literature at the University of Birmingham in 2011. Since completing her Ph…

1
Going to Grad School after Working w/ Courtney Applewhite 37:53

2y ago37:53

37:53

CW: This episode contains mentions of death and the context of death. This week, we will be joined by new Grad Chat host, Courtney Applewhite (she/her). Courtney Applewhite is a PhD Candidate in Religious Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara studying death. When she is not volunteering for Grad Chat, you can find her trail running…

1
Isolation in Grad School w/ Elana Gloger 42:28

2+ y ago42:28

42:28

This week, we will be joined by Elana Gloger (she/her), host of the Dear Grad Student Podcast! Elana is a brand new PhD Candidate in health psychology. She is also the creator, and host of the amazing Dear Grad Student Podcast. You can find Elana on Twitter (@elana_gloger) and you can find Dear Grad Student on Twitter (@DearGradStudent), Instagram …

1
Tackling Academic Mental Health w/ Zoë Ayres 26:41

2+ y ago26:41

26:41

CW: This episode contains mentions of suicidal ideation This week, we will be joined by Zoë Ayres, PhD (she/her). After spending several years in academia post-PhD, Zoë moved to industry and is now an analytical Senior Scientist in the water industry. She is also a mental health advocate in her spare time, working towards improving mental health in…

1
Transitioning To A Postdoc w/ Ubadah Sabbagh, PhD & Kaela S. Singleton, PhD 40:53

2+ y ago40:53

40:53

This week, we will be joined by Ubadah Sabbagh, PhD (he/him) & Kaela S. Singleton, PhD (she/her)! Dr Kaela S. Singleton is a Black, Samoan, Queer developmental neuroscientist and postdoc in Dr Victor Faundez's lab at Emory University. Her research focuses on the cellular and molecular signals that control neuron development in normal and disease st…

1
Recovering from Academic Abuse & Bullying w/ Dr Heloise Stevance 38:00

2+ y ago38:00

38:00

This week, we will be joined by Heloise Stevance, PhD (she/her). Originally born and raised in France, Dr Stevance moved to the UK to study Physics and Astronomy at the University of Sheffield. She earned her Masters of Physics in 2015 and her PhD in 2019. She is currently a Research Fellow at the University of Auckland studying the evolution of ma…

1
Navigating Academia as a Queer & Trans Person w/ Schuyler Borges 46:06

2+ y ago46:06

46:06

This week, we will be joined by Schuyler Borges (they/them). Schuyler is a 4th year PhD student in Astronomy and Planetary Science at Northern Arizona University. Their dissertation research focuses on astrobiology; specifically, they study Antarctic microbial mats as potential analogs for life on Mars and exoplanets. Over the course of their gradu…

1
Becoming a Mentor to Undergrad & Graduate Students w/ Zori Paul 30:11

2+ y ago30:11

30:11

This week, we will be joined by Zori Paul (she/her). Zori is a clinical mental health counselor and doctoral candidate in counselor education at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. Currently, her research interests include bisexual+ women of color and identity affirmation, which she’s focusing her dissertation on. Zori is also one of the co-found…

1
Graduate Student Mental Health w/ Susanna Harris, PhD 48:33

2+ y ago48:33

48:33

This week, we will be joined by Susanna Harris, PhD (she/her) to talk about Graduate Student Mental Health. A full-text transcript of this episode is available via google doc. At the 37:30 mark, Liesl discusses a technique to calmly call out those who say inappropriate things in meetings. This technique of saying “ouch”, is meant to be used as a wa…

1
Open technology in the UK with OpenUK CEO Amanda Brock 57:19

2+ y ago57:19

57:19

Rich Gall (@richggall) and Jennifer Riggins (@jkriggins) talk with the CEO of OpenUK Amanda Brock about the role of open technology in the UK's tech industry and wider economy. Amanda explains the work of Open UK and highlights some of the work the organisation does to promote open technology. She also discusses exactly why this work matters so muc…

1
Power Abuse and Reporting w/ Marta Oliveira, PhD 43:06

2+ y ago43:06

43:06

This week, we will be joined by Marta Oliveira, PhD (she/her). During the PhD in Berlin, Marta crossed paths with a sexual harassment victim that fuelled her energy to engage in mental health advocacy and organizational culture/design. Her focusing was on the prevention and tackling of power abuse and improving the lives of graduate students and su…

1
Starting Grad School after a Short Break from Higher Education w/ Silvi Di Pietro, PhD 32:00

2+ y ago32:00

32:00

This week, we will be joined by Silvina "Silvi" Di Pietro, PhD (she/her). Dr Silvina "Silvi" Dr Pietro is a postdoctoral graduate fellow within the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). She graduated from Florida International University (FIU) in March of 2021 with a PhD in environmental chemistry. But her journey to grad school might be…

1
Creating a Medium to Normalize Grad School Experiences w/ Monica Molinaro, PhD 35:22

2+ y ago35:22

35:22

This week, we will be joined by Monica Molinaro, PhD (she/her). Monica just defended her PhD at Western University on Thursday! Her research involved critically examining the caregiving narratives of pediatric oncology nurses. Through her dissertation research, Monica came to understand the importance of stories – how accessible they are, how power…

1
Why we need digital anthropology: culture, ethics, and power in tech with Caitlin McDonald 48:07

2+ y ago48:07

48:07

Rich Gall (@richggall) and Jennifer Riggins (@jkriggins) talk with digital anthropologist Caitlin McDonald about what it means to be a digital anthropologist and why it matters in helping us to understand the way we build and use technology today. Caitlin begins by talking through how her work intersects with questions of agency and digital literac…

1
The Importance of Hobbies During Grad School w/ Ariane Panzer 30:17

2+ y ago30:17

30:17

This week, we will be joined by Ariane Panzer (she/her). Ariane Panzer is currently a 6th year PhD candidate. After working as a research technician for several years, she joined the Biomedical Sciences program at UC San Francisco. In her spare time, Ariane focuses on her other passions: science communication, equity and inclusion in the sciences, …

1
Responsible technology and ethical venture capital: Reimagining possible futures with Sarah Drinkwater 47:31

2+ y ago47:31

47:31

Rich Gall (@richggall) and Jennifer Riggins (@jkriggins) talk with Sarah Drinkwater, the Director of Responsible Technology at Omidyar Networks to discuss how we can cultivate organisations and people that will enable a more equitable, responsible - and ultimately compassionate and exciting - technological future. We talk about the challenges the t…

1
Getting Involved in Grad School w/ Caitlyn Cardetti 34:31

2+ y ago34:31

34:31

This week, we will be joined by Caitlyn Cardetti (she/her). Caitlyn is currently a PhD candidate in Molecular and Cellular Pharmacology at Stoney Brook University in New York. As she is finishing her graduate school career, she has been reflecting a lot on her experiences and realized how influential getting involved in Graduate Women in Science an…

1
We need to talk about EdTech: Online resilience and privacy with Michelle Wolfe 56:19

3y ago56:19

56:19

Rich Gall (@richggall) and Jennifer Riggins (@jkriggins) talk to privacy advocate Michelle Wolfe (aka "Stella" on Twitter) about the challenges of security and privacy in today's increasingly sinister landscape of surveillance capitalism. Taking in key terms (including the monstrosity that is "cyber"), and looking closely at some of the limits and …

1
Self Advocacy as a Woman in Physics w/ Lipi Gupta, PhD 40:03

3y ago40:03

40:03

This week, we will be joined by Lipi Gupta, PhD (she/her). Lipi just defended her PhD in Physics 10 days ago from The University of Chicago!!! She is now headed into a software engineering-focused postdoctoral fellowship at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab. Being a woman in academia, STEM or research comes with its own challenges and self-advocating …

1
From technical stories to user stories: APIs and the evolution of the tech industry with Lorinda Brandon and Mike Amundsen 1:00:29

3y ago1:00:29

1:00:29

Rich Gall (@richggall) and Jennifer Riggins (@jkriggins) talk to Lorinda Brandon and Mike Amundsen about APIs and the evolution of the tech industry in the last 30 years in a very special episode - the first to feature two guests. We discussed issues of equality in the industry, in particular how 'women in tech' has emerged only in recent years - L…

1
Making Change for Disabled Grad Students & Academics w/ Haley Branch 47:48

3y ago47:48

47:48

This week, we will be joined by Haley Branch (she/her). Haley is currently a PhD candidate in Botany at the University of British Columbia in Canada. Being a disabled person in the academy can be challenging but when you are in a discipline that includes fieldwork, like hers, there are additional barriers to navigate. Haley’s experiences have led h…

1
Future Careers - A Panel on Careers Outside of Academia 1:07:16

3y ago1:07:16

1:07:16

BONUS episode - #PhDStrongerTogether presents Future Careers: A panel on careers outside of academia! Our host Fay Lin (@xiaofei_lin) chats with Dr Andrea Hindman (AAAS Technology Fellow), Dr Camillia Monestime (Medical Writer), Dr Amanda Preske (Owner of Circuit Breaker), and Dr Paul Evans (Head of Scientific Training at the Max Planck Florida Ins…

1
Telling the stories of tech's trailblazers and laying the foundations of a more equitable future with Saron Yitbarek 40:21

3y ago40:21

40:21

Jennifer Riggins (@jkriggins) and Rich Gall (@richggall) are joined by Saron Yitbarek, Founder and CEO of audio learning platform Disco and co-host of the brilliant Command Line Heroes podcast, to discuss the virtues of audio learning in age of excessive screen time and the importance of highlighting the stories of the people that have shaped the t…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Jennifer Riggins Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide