Episode 33 – Rethinking Racialized Language, Part 2 w/ Debbie Chaves
We’ll speak with Debbie Chaves, head of Copyright and Course Reserves at Wilfrid Laurier University about the impact of words that have certain historical contexts, and how libraries are adapting database searches to incorporate more respectful language.
Episode 32 – Rethinking Racialized Language, Part 1 w/ Serge Villemure
We’ll speak with Serge Villemure, an Equity Diversity and Inclusion consultant and former N-SERC Director for the Chairs for Women in Science and Engineering Program about how the kind of language we use shapes perceptions and can reinforce or break down systemic biases.
Episode 31 – Science and Sips: Behind the Grapevines w/ Severine Pinte
We’ll speak with Severine Pinte, the executive winemaker at Le Vieux Pin and LaStella wineries to discuss the science behind winemaking, the craft and passion involved, her connection to the land and the importance of sustainability in the wine industry.
Episode 30 – Science and Sips: A Cider-Maker’s Story w/ Hallee Fried
Owner of Farmstrong Cider Company, Hallee Fried shares her story of how she got into cider-making, and the labour of love that goes into the craft. She also talks about the challenges faced in the industry, including the impacts of climate change and labour shortages.
Episode 29 – Climate Change Series: Exploring Ecology w/ Dr. Diane Srivastava
Dr. Srivastave talks about what drove her curiosity to learn more about the way various species interact with each other and the impact climate change has when researching and gathering data.
Episode 28 – Climate Change Series: Combatting environmental racism and injustices w/ Dr. Ingrid Waldron
Dr. Ingrid Waldron talks about how her sociology background has helped her become a highly influential figure in Canada’s environmental sector.
Episode 27 – Climate Change Series: From flames to forecasts w/ Jen Beverly
Jen talks about what drew her to firefighting and wildfire research in our conversation. She also discusses how climate change impacts researchers’ ability to track trends and make forecasts.
Episode 26 – Navigating through the competitive job market w/ Natalia Bussard
Natalia Bussard talks about what students can expect as they prepare to enter the workforce. She also offers us some insight into navigating today’s challenging job market.
Episode 25 – Women Supporting Women from Labs to Non-Profits w/ Bonnie Douglas
Bonnie Douglas shares how her curiosity about sour cream led her to food engineering and how she now advocates for a diverse STEM workforce in her current role.
Episode 24 – Celebrating International Women’s Month w/ Dr. Deborah Saucier
To celebrate International Women's Month, we speak with Dr. Deborah Saucier, the President of the Vancouver Island University and a renowned researcher. A proud member of the Métis Nation of Alberta, Dr. Saucier shares her journey to academic leadership. ...