Best Stemm Podcasts (2024)

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A Road Map for a New Era in Biology and Medicine 28:59

5d ago28:59

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Most people are familiar with DNA, but its cousin, RNA, has become widely known only recently. In 2020, of course, RNA was in the news all the time: the COVID-19 virus is made of RNA, as are the vaccines to combat it. Technologies based on RNA could lead to innovations in biology, medicine, agriculture, and beyond, but researchers have only scratch…

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Why do you need a PhD, with Aline Salambéré 38:47

10d ago38:47

38:47

In this episode of the Postdoc Transformation Show, our guest Aline Julienne Salambéré, a management trainer and HR consultant, opens up on her journey towards obtaining a PhD and why she decided to forgo the dissertation. Aline shares her experiences working with companies in Canada and Africa, offering insights into the cultural perceptions of Ph…

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Introducing: What Could Go Right? Climate Capital and a Green Tech Future 52:16

12d ago52:16

52:16

The Ongoing Transformation will be back next week with a fantastic episode on RNA and the future of biology. This week we are sharing a podcast from the Progress Network that we think you’ll enjoy. On What Could Go Right?, Progress Network founder Zachary Karabell and executive director Emma Varvaloucas talk to experts about the world’s challenges—…

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PhDHardtalk: Disseminating your research to the world, with Noma Mguni 55:16

17d ago55:16

55:16

In this episode of the PostdocTransformation Show, Noma Mguni shares how she assists scientists having a voice outside of academia and mastering effective science communication. She is the founder and host of #PhDHardtalk (on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and her own website), and unveils the motivation behind her #projectdisseminationtotheworld and d…

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Building a bright consulting career in times of AI, with Christina Bösenberg 49:12

25d ago49:12

49:12

In this episode of the PostdocTransformation show, Christina Bösenberg shares her journey from organizational psychology to be a managing director at the Boston Consulting Group, BrightHouse in Berlin, Germany. She's an advisory board Member (AI-transformation, strategy, people), sought-after speaker and writer for the Handelsblatt and Focus, a Lin…

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Serie A-eksamen: Flere klubber dumper - og ét hold scorer 13-tallet 1:35:24

24d ago1:35:24

1:35:24

Mens EM i Tyskland ruller - og Calafiori stiger i pris - er Baggios Pisk gået i studiet for at runde en fremragende Serie A-sæson af. I et alt for varm lokale kommer vi vidt omkring: Den store trænerkabale: Er den iltre Conte det rigtige valg for Napoli, og kan kedelige Fonseca løfte Milan? Eksamensbordet: Alle klubberne skal forbi den grønne dug, …

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Brent Blevins Makes Mars Policy in Congress 23:37

28d ago23:37

23:37

On this installment of Science Policy IRL, Lisa Margonelli goes behind the scenes of Congressional policymaking with Brent Blevins. Blevins is a senior congressional staffer and staff director of the Space and Aeronautics Subcommittee, which is part of the US House of Representatives’ Committee on Space, Science, and Technology. Blevins talks about…

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Juggling family & career as a mother in science, with Dr. Belinda di Bartolo, BD STEMM Strategies 40:56

1M ago40:56

40:56

In this episode of the PostdocTransformation show, Dr. Belinda di Bartolo from Australia shares her journey of managing motherhood and a career in science. She speaks candidly about the challenges of balancing family and academia, especially highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic. She discusses her transition from academia to industry and her own…

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The European AI act & your job search 36:58

1M ago36:58

36:58

In this episode of the PostdocTransformation show, you will understand the significance of AI in the future workplace, emphasizing its role in job search, onboarding, performance measurement, and promotions, especially focusing on the newly adopted European AI Act. You will see upcoming opportunities and challenges posed by AI, stressing the need f…

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How Can STEMM Do A Better Job of Caring for Its Caregivers? 27:54

1M ago27:54

27:54

Caregiving is a nearly universal human experience, but it’s not often thought of as an issue with implications for our nation’s science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medicine (STEMM) enterprise. A new report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, Supporting Family Caregivers in STEMM: A Call to Action, seek…

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Your future of work is with AI, PostdocTransformation Show, Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels 38:29

2M ago38:29

38:29

In this episode of the PostdocTransformation show, you will learn the critical need to embrace AI for your future of work to become employable in the rapidly changing job market in business. You will understand the importance of engaging in AI exploration side projects, discover skills that will be in demand, and get guidance on your career transit…

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Mixing business and technology with a human touch, with Pamela Maruschke 53:31

2M ago53:31

53:31

In this episode of the PostdocTransformation show, you will be inspired by Pamela Maruschke, an appreciated mentor and leadership role model. We discuss Pamela's journey from a managing director at Accenture, with experience as a partner at IBM, to her current role at Slalom. Our personal conversation highlights her values for life, her four-day wo…

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146: The Last Episode 21:11

2M ago21:11

21:11

On this last episode Barbora and Sergio join us to celebrate all the great episodes and play some of our favorite moments we have had over the years. Sergio also will have a new and final segment later in the show. Thank you for your support and helping us on this amazing journey we have had over the last 5 years. We hope you keep Soaring The Sky.…

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Kei Koizumi Advises the President 35:00

2M ago35:00

35:00

In this installment of Science Policy IRL, Kei Koizumi takes us inside the White House’s Office of Science and Technology Policy, or OSTP. As the principal deputy director for policy at OSTP, Koizumi occupies an unusual position at the very heart of science policy in the United States. OSTP provides science and technology advice to the president an…

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Betting on yourself for your future, with Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels 50:09

2M ago50:09

50:09

In this episode of the PostdocTransformation show, you’ll learn, why you must bet on yourself for your future! Knowing your vision of life and what motivates you at the workplace, recognizing and celebrating your small wins will reinforce you for and on your upcoming career leap. You’ll understand, how you can develop self-efficacy, so you believe …

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Leaping from sociology research to the consulting jungle, with Dr. Christine Solf 42:16

2M ago42:16

42:16

In this PostdocTransformation Show episode, Dr. Christine Solf shares her journey from German sociology research to a director role in a globally leading consulting company. Discussions revolve around leveraging social science skills in corporate innovation roles, networking tips, and reflections on transitioning from academia to business. Listenin…

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To Fix Health Misinformation, Think Beyond Fact Checking 32:31

2M ago32:31

32:31

When tackling the problem of misinformation, people often think first of content and its accuracy. But countering misinformation by fact-checking every erroneous or misleading claim traps organizations in an endless game of whack-a-mole. A more effective approach may be to start by considering connections and communities. That is particularly impor…

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You are more than just a degree, with Dr. Irène Kilubi 54:11

3M ago54:11

54:11

In this PostdocTransformation Show episode, Dr. Irène Kilubi shares her experience from being employed as a consultant based on her industrial engineering background and growing into entrepreneurship with two marketing boutiques. She shares her strategies and insights for individuals transitioning from academia to business, discussing personal grow…

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Aziza Jones on Marketing Toward Desegregation of Schools 43:30

3M ago43:30

43:30

In this podcast episode, Professor Aziza Jones of the Wisconsin School of Business talks about a paper she co-authored with Broderick Turner and Kalinda Ukanwa about how marketing interventions can be used to decrease school segregation. Their research shows that providing information to parents that counters prior beliefs can increase the likeliho…

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The future of work in pharma, an HR & upskilling POV, with Candice Zarrei, Pharmuni 51:11

3M ago51:11

51:11

In this PostdocTransformation Show episode, Candice Zarrei from Pharmuni shares #FutureOfWork opportunities in careers in the pharmaceutical industry. The interview includes advice on employability skills, the importance of continuous learning and personal branding, and opportunities within startups and SMEs. Additionally, it discusses ethical cons…

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Picture a scientist, through our lens, part 2 of 2, a conversation with Prof. Dr. Richa Chandra & Dr. Amber Miller from WISEcast 33:52

3M ago33:52

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In this PostdocTransformation Show episode, Prof. Dr. Richa Chandra & Dr. Amber Miller from WISEcast talk with Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels about the challenges faced by women in STEM, particularly in academia, focusing on microaggressions, intersectionality, and barriers to career progression. They highlight the importance of empowering women a…

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Amanda Arnold Sees the Innovation Ecosystem from a Unique Perch 29:11

3M ago29:11

29:11

In this installment of Science Policy IRL, we explore another sector of science policy: private industry. Amanda Arnold is the vice president of governmental affairs and policy at Valneva, a private vaccine development company, where she works on policy for creating, manufacturing, and distributing vaccines that address unmet medical needs, such as…

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Developing adaptability: journey to leadership, with Dr. Tina Persson 43:45

3M ago43:45

43:45

In this PostdocTransformation Show episode, Dr. Tina Persson shares her coaching expertise on leadership and self-awareness for scientists transitioning into the business world. Gain insights on personal development, the challenges of academia to industry shift, and the importance of adaptability in a fast-changing job market. Listen to this 44 min…

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Italiens største hipsterklub 1:23:34

3M ago1:23:34

1:23:34

Sæsonen nærmer sig langsomt sin afslutning, og Baggios Pisk er atter draget i studiet for at pøse kærlighed på calcioen. Og endnu engang kommer vi vidt omkring: Inter synes uovervindelige, men kan Inzaghis tropper også snuppe Contes imponerende rekord? Luften er gået ud af Allegris Juventus. Skal manden med de evige panderynker videre til sommer? I…

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Democracy in German Academia: #LauteWissenschaft, with Dr. Kristin Eichhorn & Dr. Amrei Bahr 33:57

4M ago33:57

33:57

This is a must-listen for (international) researchers teaching students in Germany or aspiring to come to Germany. Kicking off season 4 of the PostdocTransformation show, Dr. Kristin Eichhorn is back and speaks with Dr. Amrei Bahr about the challenges facing German academia, including issues related to democracy, precarious working conditions, and …

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This Eclipse Could Make You Cry–And Make New Scientists 37:02

4M ago37:02

37:02

Douglas Duncan is an astronomer who worked on the Hubble Space Telescope. He is also an eclipse fanatic. Since 1970, he has been to 11 total solar eclipses. When April 8, 2024, comes around, he’ll experience his twelfth with his 600 best friends as he leads a three-day eclipse viewing extravaganza in Texas. “It looks like the end of the world,” he …

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PostdocTransformation show Trailer - why scientists leaping into business will love our show 1:54

4M ago1:54

1:54

Welcome to the #PostdocTransformation show for scientists leaping into business! With our seasonal show, we connect scientists with companies in many industries, who are recruiting PhD holders and postdocs for various business roles. For all full transcripts and free career transition resources, click here. To help you transition your career, we ha…

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Antiracism Resources and Actions in Academia 38:57

4M ago38:57

38:57

For this episode of the podcast, we hear from Kendall Holley, Ben Douglas, and Michelle Marji about work they have been doing to build resources and communities around antiracism here at UW-Madison and beyond. Holley, Douglas, and Marji are all graduate students here at the UW. They talked with our Institute Chair and podcast host Dr. Angela Byars-…

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Science Policy IRL: Walter Valdivia Researches for the White House 30:32

4M ago30:32

30:32

The Science Policy IRL series pulls back the curtain on who does what in science policy and how they shaped their career path. In previous episodes we’ve looked at the cosmology of science policy through the eyes of people who work at federal agencies and the National Academies, but this time we are exploring think tanks. Walter Valdivia describes …

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Conte, Motta og Gnocchi 29:40

4M ago29:40

29:40

Lytternes spørgsmål er i centrum denne gang. Vi skal forbi en masse trænernavne i Serie A og have svar på, hvor Bologna vil stå, hvis den progressive Thiago Motta smutter til sommer. Og hvad med den iltre Antonio Conte. Hvad bliver hans næste destination? Få også Baggios Pisks bud på Azzurris stærkeste start-11'er og den bedste version af den elske…

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Building Community in the Bayou 28:25

5M ago28:25

28:25

At the age of 19, Monique Verdin picked up a camera and began documenting the lives of her relatives in the Mississippi Delta. Little did she know that she would spend the next two decades investigating and capturing the profound ways that climate, the fossil fuel industry, and the shifting waters of the Gulf of Mexico would transform the landscape…

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Career and family, life hack for students at university and gradschool 22:56

5M ago22:56

22:56

In this episode of the PostdocTransformation show, you're encouraged to reflect on career and family. Having invested into your bachelor, master, doctorate, postdoc and /or even professorship, it’s a life hack to consider factors like shared responsibilities, career flexibility, communication, long-term planning, and building a support network as y…

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A headhunter's secrets for researchers transitioning into industry, with Beth Horsley 50:45

5M ago50:45

50:45

If you are looking for a job, you need to know the recruiter's perspective. Welcome to this PostdocTransformation show episode. We proudly present Beth Horsley from the UK, who is a partner at Page Executive, the executive search division of PageGroup. PageGroup changes lives by creating opportunities for people to reach their potential, this inclu…

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Alta Charo Considers Ethics for Stem Cells and CRISPR 33:32

5M ago33:32

33:32

A lawyer and bioethicist by training, Alta Charo has decades of experience in helping to formulate and inform science policy on new and emerging technologies, including stem cells, cloning, CRISPR, and chimeras. The Warren P. Knowles Professor Emerita of Law and Bioethics at the University of Wisconsin at Madison, she served on President Clinton’s …

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Top 3 Events fir 2024 33:17

5M ago33:17

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Wat waren di wichtegst international Events vum Joer 2022? A selbstverständlech firwat?E Gespréich mam Petz BartzBy Speakeasy

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Keng Stëmm fir Fraen? 39:45

5M ago39:45

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Firwat si manner Fraen an der Regierung wéi Männer? Wëll kee Fraen wielen? Oder trieden der manner un? An ass dat e Problem, dee behuewen muss ginn? Déi Froen kläre mer mam Milena SteinmetzerBy Speakeasy

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Det genrejste Roma og det italienske stortalent 1:25:35

5M ago1:25:35

1:25:35

Vinterens transfervindue er lukket: Hvilke klubber har lavet de bedste handler? Tommaso Baldanzi er rykket til Rom. Er Dybalas arvtager fundet? Striden om top-4 spidser til. Trækker Napoli, Roma eller Atalanta det længste strå? Simone Inzaghi har skabt et mandskab på kurs mod mesterskabet. Flere spillere funkler. Baggios Pisk er atter samlet, og i …

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From the bench to biotech program management, with Dr. Cindy Leiton 57:42

5M ago57:42

57:42

Dr. Cindy Leiton is a hispanic in the US, and she shares her incredible journey transforming from a high achieving postdoc to a flourishing biotech professional. With a career in program management, she shares the importance of self-reflection outreach and using platforms like LinkedIn to propel your career. Watch out for her rich insights on the c…

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Building resilience in a recession, with Dr. Rima Dey 32:56

6M ago32:56

32:56

Learn from Dr. Rima Dey, an engineer and career elevation coach in India, why upscaling and emotional intelligence is important, not only for STEM professionals. In this PostdocTransformation show interviews, she shares valuable insights, practical tips for your for navigating job interviews and salary negotiations. She showcases her valuable caree…

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Zach Pirtle Explores Ethics for Mars Landings 28:27

6M ago28:27

28:27

NASA’s Artemis project aims to establish a long-term human presence on the moon—and then put astronauts on Mars. So in addition to designing rockets and spacesuits, NASA is also exploring the ethical and societal implications of living in space. In the third episode of our Science Policy IRL series, Zach Pirtle, who got his undergraduate degrees in…

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Marie-Curie postdoc fellowship to thrive in the academic and non-academic sector, with Dr. Ana de Almeida Kumlien 33:01

6M ago33:01

33:01

Discover the inspiring journey of Dr. Ana de Almeida Kumlien, recipient of the prestigious Marie-Curie postdoc fellowship, as she shares valuable insights and practical tips for early career scientists venturing into business. Don’t accept a badly paid postdoc, without listening to this episode of the PostdocTransformation show! Learn, how she netw…

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Jirs Meuris on How Organizations Matter for Promoting Diversity 28:26

6M ago28:26

28:26

In this episode IDS Chair Angela Byars-Winston talks to Jirs Meuris about his research on the sorts of policies and practices that make a difference for organizations that want to promote diversity. Meuris is an Assistant Professor in the Management and Human Resources Department at the Wisconsin School of Business at the University of Wisconsin–Ma…

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Lyden af torden (1944-2024) 24:20

6M ago24:20

24:20

Loyalitet, en knusende venstrefod og en øde provinsklub, der fik selv hyrderne til at købe transisterradioer. Denne special fra Baggios Pisk bringes i anledning af Serie A-legenden Gigi Rivas dødsfald. "Rombo di Tuono" døde den 22. januar 2024, 79 år gammel. Bliv medlem af Baggios Pisk – gruppen på Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/15276228…

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145: Eagle Eyes, Australian Skies & the PW5 56:27

6M ago56:27

56:27

Barbora has just returned from Australia and joins Chuck to talk about wave Camp and the Worlds in Narromine. Later in the episode we chat with Markus in Germany to talk about what happened when he got bored during Covid. He will share his soaring journey with us and what he is planning later this year to help grow the soaring community. Sergio the…

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From liberal arts to a corporate career, with headhunter Dr. Sonja Ulland 59:05

6M ago59:05

59:05

Are you a scientist considering a leap into business? Tune in to this fascinating discussion with HR expert, Dr. Sonja Ulland, a former liberal arts scientist who successfully transitioned into the corporate world. Gain valuable insights from her journey, learn about the importance of detailed project management, and grasp the nuts and bolts of the…

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Israel-Gaza mam Petz Bartz 32:54

6M ago32:54

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Israel, Gaza, Gewalt am Noen Osten. Business ass usual, kéint ee mengen, wann do net den 7 Oktober gewiescht wär. Wat passéiert grad tëscht Israel a Gaza, an firwat? Op wat leeft d’Situatioun eraus? Gëtt et eng sortie de crise? Oder gëtt et en regionalen Krich? A wat ass de geopoliteschen Kontext?Respektiv, wien huet Recht, a wien sinn di béis?Dat …

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Navigating the struggles of postdoc employability, with Dr. Holly Prescott 46:35

6M ago46:35

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If you are a researcher, you don't want to miss Dr. Holly Prescott, a career advisor who shares her expertise on this #PostdocTransformation show episode. She sheds light into the challenges faced by doctoral students and postdoc scientists in navigating their career paths. She stresses the importance of transparent communication and the admissions…

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Turning a Policy Idea Into a Pilot Project 31:12

6M ago31:12

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By day, Erica Fuchs is a professor of engineering at Carnegie Mellon University. However, for the past year she’s also been running a pilot project—the National Network for Critical Technology Assessment—to give the federal government the ability to anticipate problems in supply chains and respond to them. The trip from germ of a policy idea to pil…

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