Episodes

  • Episode 30: Progression of Profession - The Finale: The Bigger Picture with Dr. Harriet Feilotter
    Apr 6 2022
    In today’s episode of Women of Scientista, Kiana and Claire wrap up their exploration of STEMM identity and career paths in the finale of the Progression of Profession series. Today’s guest is  Dr. Harriet Feilotter - professor in the department of pathology and molecular medicine at Queen’s University and Director of the Ontario Molecular Pathology Research Network. They discuss the unexpected twists and turns of finding your career,  taking opportunities and risks, incorporating passions into your job, and how all the small pieces of your path eventually come together to build your career!
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    52 mins
  • Episode 29: Progression of Profession - Part 3: Finding What You Love to Do in STEMM with Dr. Naomi Cahill
    Feb 28 2022
    In today's episode of Women of Scientista, Kiana and Chloe keep exploring STEMM identity and careers in the Progression of Profession series! They discuss the path to finding what you love, achieving balance, and loads of relevant career advice with Dr. Naomi Cahill, a Queen's Alumni, registered dietician, and PhD of Epidemiology!
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    59 mins
  • Episode 28: Progression of Profession - Part 2: Discovering your Place in STEMM with Dr. Brigitte Simmatis
    Feb 19 2022
    In today's episode of Women of Scientista, Kiana and Claire, and returning guest host Chloe, continue to delve into career and identity in the Progression of Profession series! They discuss finding a career path, expectations, and identity with Dr. Brigitte Simmatis, a Queen's Alumni and PhD of Biology! 
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    39 mins
  • Episode 27: Progression of Profession - Part 1: Beginning of a STEMM Career with Grad Reps Kassandra Coyle and Trinity Vey
    Jan 24 2022
    In today's episode of Women of Scientista, Kiana and Claire, as well as a special guest host Chloe, kick of the Progression of Profession series! They discuss career path and identity with the Queen's Scientista Grad Reps, Kassandra and Trinity, who share some insights and thoughts on being at the beginning of STEMM careers!
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Episode 26: Get to Know Us with Claire Lipton & Kiana Naser
    Dec 3 2021
    In today's episode of Women of Scientista, get to know the new 2021-2022 podcast hosts. Claire and Kiana discuss their journey in STEMM, aspirations, and share a little more about themselves!
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    33 mins
  • Episode 25: The Journey between Medicine, Politics, & Academia with Dean of Health Sciences, Dr. Philpott
    Sep 18 2021
    In today’s episode of “Women of Scientista” Sarah and Danielle sit down with Dr. Philpott to discuss her experiences as a woman in STEMM. Dr. Jane Philpott is a family physician and former Minister of Health, Minister of Indigenous Services and President of the Treasury Board. She is currently the Dean of Queen’s University Faculty of Health Sciences. Her work experiences include, but is not limited to, medical education in Africa, HIV/AIDS fundraising, refugee advocacy, and addressing the social determinants of health.
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    43 mins
  • Episode 24: Uncovering a Career in Global Health with Dr. Carpenter, MD
    Mar 28 2021
    Dr. Carpenter is a physician who also has an active role in teaching. She designed and is actively involved in the Undergraduate Medicine Population and Global Health course. She is also the Advocate Lead for the UG curriculum. She is involved in the Mentorship Program and has taught Clinical Skills, Interview Skills, and the Physician Wellness curriculum in the past. At the International Level, she spent time in the Ivory Coast volunteering and completing research on HIV Education as a medical student and is now actively involved in the Pamoja Tunaweza Women’s Center and Clinic, in Moshi, Tanzania, where she is the Medical Director and the volunteer and educational coordinator.
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    47 mins
  • Episode 23: Patching up the Leaky Pipeline with Dr. Ploeg, Queen's Chair of Women in Engineering
    Mar 22 2021
    Dr. Ploeg is a professor in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, and has been recently appointed as the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science’s Chair for Women in Engineering. She is a world-class researcher and directs the Queen’s Bone Joint Biomechanics lab. She is also a highly accomplished teacher and engineer. Her background includes advocacy, curriculum development, outreach, and in providing research opportunities for students in under-represented groups in Mechanical Engineering. In today’s episode, Sarah and Danielle chat with Dr. Ploeg about her transition from industry to academia, her role as the Chair for Women in Engineering at Queen’s, the leaky pipeline, and more!
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    50 mins