WWEST Podcast - Westcoast Women in Engineering, Science and Technology

WWEST SOCIAL MEDIA & PODCASTS

WWEST is pleased to have a dynamic team of social media artists. If you haven’t yet, please join us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and LinkedIn.

WHAT ABOUT IT WEDNESDAYS

Watch for our “What About it Wednesdays” where our team of scientists will share some exciting STEM based learning on topics such as, “Why is the Sky Blue?”, “How do Fish Breathe Underwater?”, “What is Gravity?”, and so much more!

THURSDAY THOUGHTS

One of our weekly highlights is “Thursday Thoughts” where you can read a personal quote from, or about, women or allies, in STEM. If you would like to be featured on an upcoming Thursday Thought, please complete this quick form and a member of our team will be in touch!

STEM ON THE STREETS

This fun TikTok endeavour takes to the streets to ask some STEM based questions. Things like, “What Does STEM stand for?”, or fun and entertaining trends of the time. Follow us to learn more!

BEST OF THE WWEST PODCAST

The Best of the WWEST podcast is a culmination of new episodes and the work of prior BC/Yukon Chairs. We hope you enjoy what these fabulous presenters have to share about their STEM lived experiences. If you are interested in specific topics, or would like to be a future guest, please use the contact tab to connect with us!

Episode 15 – Bridging diversity through animation w/ Maritza Louis

This episode Maritza Louis, a character modeler at Walt Disney Animation Studios, joins us to talk about her experiences and the need for more diversity in the animation and tech field.

Episode 14 – The challenges of climate anxiety w/ Lynne Quarmby

This episode Lynne Quarmby opens up about her own personal struggles with eco-anxiety and the relentless fight scientists face against the global climate crisis.

Episode 13 – The ethics of AI technology w/ Katrina Ingram

This episode we speak with Katrina Ingram, founder and CEO of Ethically Aligned AI, to learn more about the need for ethical discussions and diversity in AI and the tech industry.

Episode 12 – Impacts to women by drug decriminalization w/ Jade Boyd

In this episode, Jade Boyd takes us through her life as a qualitative researcher scientist with British Columbia’s Centre of Substance Use to understand the experiences and challenges of women who use drugs.

Episode 11 – Black Girls in STEM and ESTEEM w/ Shayle Graham

In this episode, Shayle Graham talks to us about Black ESTEEM, a non-profit organization supporting Black girls' interest and confidence in STEM, economics, and entrepreneurship. Through her experience as an educator and an equity, anti-racism, anti-Black and...

Episode 10 – Truth & Reconciliation in STEM w/ Jessica Vandenberghe

In this episode, Jessica Vandenberghe talks to us about her experiences as an Indigenous engineer at the forefront of addressing reconciliation in the STEM field.

Episode 9: Woman. Life. Freedom. Advocating for Iran in STEM w/ Damineh Akhavan

In this episode, Damineh Akhavan takes us through her life as an aerospace engineer and a human rights activist protesting weekly for women’s rights in Iran.

Episode 8: Experiences of Individuals With Disabilities in STEM and Academia w/Dr. Naheda Sahtout & Dr. Nicole Brown

In this episode, Dr. Naheda Sahtout and Dr. Nicole Brown sit with us to discuss the experiences of individuals with disabilities in STEM and academia, and how we can make STEM more accessible for disabled individuals in the workplace, lab, and classroom!

Episode 7: EDI and Workplace Inclusivity in STEM w/Anja Lanz

In this episode, Anja Lanz, FEC, P.Eng., and Global Women In STEM Inc. Founder/CEO will share her experience as an EDI champion, and discuss workplace inclusivity!