Episodes: technology
Episode #64 • 20 Sep 2023
Systems thinking and the future of architecture with Evelyn Lee
Architecture has always struck me as a multidisciplinary field. It draws knowledge from all areas of STEMM into creating the spaces in which we live and work. But that's not always how this profession is perceived and this reflects in the way the industry has and needs to evolve. Evelyn Lee is Head of Workplace Strategy and Innovation at Slack Technologies, and Founder of Practice of Architecture. Join us as we speak about the Evelyn's journey through architecture and tech, the future of architecture, and systems thinking in physical and organisational environments.
Episode #63 • 22 Aug 2023
The interconnectedness of seemingly disparate things with Laura Langdon
It's not about the destination, it's about the journey. But for today's guest, it's about both. Laura Langdon is a developer advocate who has the pleasure of combining her explorations and experience in theatre, computer science, mathematics, education, and data science into a role that rolls all of that into one perfect package. Join us as we speak of about Laura's experience in education, and the beauty of the interconnectedness of seemingly disparate things.
Episode #62 • 06 Aug 2023
Bringing compassion back to technology with April Wensel
We could all do with a little bit more compassion in our lives, and April Wensel is making sure that we can bring it to our work as well. April Wensel is the founder of Compassionate Coding, helping companies and tech professionals communicate more and effectively so that we can be better at what we do better to each other and better to ourselves. Join us as we speak about April's journey through technology, finding purpose with compassionate coding, and putting the humanity back into technology.
Episode #60 • 29 May 2023
Reinvention with humility & embracing innovation with Lan Tran
You have to pivot or reinvent yourself to stay relevant. This idea gets bandied about a lot these days but there are going to be times in your life and in business where it has to happen. Lan Tran is a powerhouse in sales and marketing is no stranger to this concept. She has seen the decline of the paper business directory with the advent of Google ads, the challenges of returning to work after raising a family, and the devastating impact of crypto on a local metaverse game studio. We speak about approaching reinvention with humility, and Lan's observations about innovation and entrepreneurship in tech and Western Australia.
Episode #57 • 15 Apr 2023
Branding for Connection and FemTech with Ari Krzyzek
Have you ever looked at a business beyond their visual branding and thought about who they are and what they stand for, and who the owners are and what they stand for? Branding is more than just an aesthetic. It's about connection. Join us as we speak with Ari Krzyzek, CEO and Head of Strategy of Chykalophia about Ari's journey to creating her own brand agency, the potential of FemTech to change the narrative around women's health, and why knowing your 'why' can help you to succeed.
Episode #56 • 04 Mar 2023
Biomedical to software engineering and paying our experiences forward through mentoring with Krithika Chandramouli
If you can't decide between two career paths, try exploring both. Krithika Chandramouli found biomedical engineering to be a sweet spot between health sciences and technology and was able to explore both pursuits before she found her way to software engineering. Join us as we speak about Krithika's path to software engineering, contributing back to the community through her work and mentorship, and going from a love-hate relationship with running to completing a half-marathon.
Episode #53 • 23 Dec 2022
Tech, the Arts, and the Value of Human Interaction with Shirley Yu
Shirley Yu began her journey as a computer scientist, and is an award-winning environmental portraiture and conceptual still life photographer with clients including New York TImes, Wall Street Journal, and Time. She's also the founder of Choosii, a community app for collectors to curate, share, and acquire their collections, and cultivate connection. Join us as we speak about Shirley's journey from computer science to entrepreneurism, her creative process, and building communities with our collections.
Episode #50 • 13 Nov 2022
Inquiry-based Learning and the Impact of Educators with Anna Ritzema
Anna Ritzema is a STEM educator, and a primary programs and STEM innovations manager in rural and regional Western Australia. Join us as we talk about inquiry based learning, and how we can guide students through their curiosity, and help them to succeed.
Episode #49 • 18 Oct 2022
Cultivating Careers and Diversity in Tech with Gry Stene
Gry Stene, IT Girl and Chief Orchestrator and Founder of STEAM Engine Global & IT Girls Rock. Join us as we speak about Gry's journey to computing, being an IT Girl, and building an ecosystem that cultivates and nurtures careers in tech for women.
Episode #46 • 25 Aug 2022
Better Patient Outcomes through Healthcare IT with Robin Wiener
Robin Wiener, President and Founder of Get Real Health, is a leader and change agent in healthcare IT and is passionate about empowering patients for better engagement and outcomes. Join us as we talk about Get Real Health's digital front door, putting people first in healthcare and business, and finding your path.
Episode #45 • 10 Aug 2022
She Codes and Building Community in Tech with Kate Kirwin
Kate Kirwin is a passionate advocate for women in STEM and the innovation ecosystem. She founded She Codes, a community that supports women in tech and who want to get into the tech industry. Join us as we talk about Kate's journey to STEMM, She Codes, and building community in tech.
Episode #42 • 17 Apr 2022
Better Technical Interviews and the Inclusivity of Remote Work with Jocelyn James
Jocelyn James is an engineering manager and as a disabled woman with a background in human rights she is passionate about inclusivity in engineering and ensuring that those with non-traditional routes to tech have the opportunity to pursue their goals. Join us as we talk about Jocelyn's indirect path to software engineering, improving the tech interview experience, and how remote work promotes inclusivity.
Episode #41 • 02 Apr 2022
Developer Education & Career Development with Rachel Lee Nabors
Rachel Lee Nabors is Technical Program Manager leading developer education on AWS Amplify. They previously lead documentation for React and React Native at Meta, worked on Edge browser at microsoft, and the web animation API with W3C and Mozilla's MDN. Join us as we talk about Rachel Lee's journey from award-winning cartoonist to web development, their passion for developer education, and preparing for your next role.
Episode #40 • 08 Mar 2022
Cultivating STEMM and Entrepreneurial Life Skills with Dr Jenine Beekhuyzen
Dr Jenine Beekhuyzen is a futurist, and Founder and CEO of Tech Girls Movement Foundation. She is also a champion of tech entrepreneurship, and an advocate for technological innovation and diversity in STEMM fields. Join us as we talk about Tech Girls Movement Foundation, cultivating an interest in STEMM, and teaching young girls life skills through entrepreneurship.
Episode #37 • 26 Dec 2021
Data in Context with Dr Audrey Lobo-Pulo
Dr Audrey Lobo-Pulo is a liminal technologist who is passionate about how technology may be designed for better government and societal outcomes, and how information evolves and flows within society. Join us as we talk about context and resilience, and how we approach living systems.
Episode #35 • 01 Nov 2021
Cyber Security with Cairo Malet
Cairo Malet is a Cyber Security GRC Specialist who takes a pragmatic approach to governance, risk and compliance in cyber security and works with organisations in various sectors on their path to security maturity. Join us as we talk about Cairo's indirect journey to cyber security, and what cyber security entails from policy to supply chain security and social engineering.
Episode #33 • 19 Sep 2021
Digital Commons and Public Policy with Pia Andrews
Pia Andrews is a serial public sector transformer and open government and open data specialist who uses her background in tech and policy to affect change in the public sector and create better outcomes for our global society. Join us as we talk about tech, public policy, and Pia's dream of an optimistic future.
Episode #32 • 05 Sep 2021
Developer Advocacy with Jesslyn Tannady
Jesslyn Tannady is a Developer Advocate at Facebook who creates educational content about Facebook's technologies so that anyone outside of Facebook can use them. Join us as we talk about Jesslyn's past life in Augmented and Virtual Reality, tech communities and democratisation, and reflecting on attending women's educational institutions.
Episode #27 • 11 Jun 2021
Indirect Paths to Tech and Entrepreneurship with Helen Huang
Helen Huang is co-founder of Colab and the You Belong in Tech community. As is a common theme of our STEAM Powered guests, lot of us have pretty non-linear journeys. Helen herself had a non-linear journey into tech, which is in part why she and her cofounder shehfoomi were inspired to develop Colab, a program that allows people of all backgrounds aspiring to be in the tech space to develop the skills, confidence, and networks they need to get that foot in the door. Colab achieves this by putting together teams of product managers, designers, and developers to conceptualise and ship a product with support from industry mentors. Join us as we talk about Helen's journey into tech, becoming a founder, and Colab.
Episode #21 • 21 Mar 2021
Technical Program Management with Megan Knox
Megan Knox is an early-in-career technical program manager with a degree in Computer Science and Engineering. She also founded a student organisation Code 4 Community whose objectives are to demonstrate humanitarian applications of computer science and provide outreach to local schools introducing kids to computer science and programming. Join us as we talk about technical program management and Code 4 Community.