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In this episode, we discuss our own experiences as women in STEM and medicine, some assumptions that have been made about us, and barriers that we have needed to overcome in our careers. We also discuss general issues that women in medicine and in STEM face, and some studies that have been published regarding these issues. We hope you enjoy!Book Shannon mentioned: Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead by Sheryl SandbergSources:https://msms.tiberhealth.com/2023/11/28/women-in-medicine-gains-and-challenges/https://www.pulmonologyadvisor.com/features/women-in-medicine-progress-and-challenges/https://www.amwa-doc.org/gender-bias-in-medical-education-potential-effects-on-the-training-and-confidence-of-medical-students/https://hbr.org/2015/03/the-5-biases-pushing-women-out-of-stem

In this episode, we discuss the history of fire management, its challenges, and the current policies regarding fire management (wildfires). We also discuss some tips on how you can protect your own home and how to create an emergency plan if a forest/wildfire occurs near your home. We hope you enjoy!Sources:Wildfires and Forest Management | The Nature Conservancy in IdahoPnw_2005_donovan003.pdfNational Cohesive Wildland Fire Management StrategyU.S. Forest Service Fire Suppression - Forest History SocietyFire History and Policy in America - Maryland Forestry Foundationhttps://apps.usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/statistics/v1i3-508.pdfWildland Fire TimelineMake your home wildfire defensible | US Forest ServiceThe History and Evolution of Wildland Fire Use | Fire Ecology | Full Text

In this episode, we discuss why people do no-buy/low-buy years/periods, what they are, some rules to follow, and tips on how to be successful with a no-buy or low-buy year! We hope you enjoy!Financial/Sustainable Spending Creators discussed:Shawna Ripari - https://www.youtube.com/@shawnaripariCaleb Hammer - https://www.youtube.com/calebhammer Graham Stephan/The Iced Coffee Hour - https://www.youtube.com/@TheIcedCoffeeHourRachel Cruze (Ramsey) - https://www.ramseysolutions.com/rachel-cruze?srsltid=AfmBOooKmPqEc_tNMlB1OFBGCC0rfFVspHBC1y6uwlmI5XQTd2NG2ZUMSources:https://lifehacker.com/money/five-strategies-for-a-successful-low-buy-period#:~:text=A%20low%20buy%20(or%20low%20spend)%20period,in%20certain%20areas%20without%20eliminating%20it%20completely.&text=This%20is%20different%20from%20no%2Dbuy/no%2Dspend%20challenges%2C%20which,or%20personal%20items%2C%20no%20concert%20tickets%2C%20etc.https://www.forbes.com/sites/joshuabecker/2020/10/29/the-ultimate-guide-to-a-no-buy-year/https://nourishingminimalism.com/no-buy-year/https://theweek.com/personal-finance/no-buy-year-versus-low-buy-year

In this episode, we discuss the history of time zones, why time zones were established, the different time zones that exist currently, and daylight savings time. We hope you enjoy! Sources: https://www.bts.gov/explore-topics-and-geography/geography/geospatial-portal/history-time-zones-and-daylight-saving https://www.thoughtco.com/what-are-time-zones-1435358 https://www.timeanddate.com/time/time-zones-history.html https://www.timeanddate.com/time/current-number-time-zones.html https://www.timeanddate.com/time/utc-offsets.html Here Are The States That Don't Do Daylight Saving Time

Happy Holidays! In this episode, we are discussing practicing sustainability during the holidays, including why we should practice sustainability, as well as ways to be sustainable with holiday food, gifts, wrapping gifts, decor, and more! We hope you enjoy, and we will see you all again in the new year! Please check out our previous sustainability episode and our previous gifting episode from last year: 1) Gifting https://open.spotify.com/episode/5FC3YKnVe0RhOGvgLtMqL5?si=68960ec2239d48aa 2) Sustainability https://open.spotify.com/episode/2BFbRm82LZQnVgbM6Sm0gW?si=4429f7029b184fa7 Sources: https://onetreeplanted.org/blogs/stories/sustainable-holiday-ideas https://moveforhunger.org/blog/ways-be-sustainable-during-holiday-season https://sustainable.umn.edu/holiday https://www.anspblog.org/green-sustainable-holiday-season/ https://unity.edu/articles/what-is-sustainability/

In this episode, we discuss our backgrounds in hiking, our favorite hikes, and some hiking and safety tips! We hope you enjoy! Sources: Your Safety in Mountain Lion Habitat - Point Reyes National Seashore (U.S. National Park Service) How to stay safe if you encounter a moose https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/crampons-snow-ice-climbing.html

Hi all, this episode is a special one, as it is our 4th Podaversary (aka marking 4 years of publishing this podcasts)! In this episode, we talk about 3 remarkable women in STEM - Adele Goldberg, Barbara McClintock, and Beatrice Hicks. We hope you enjoy! Sources: https://www.extremenetworks.com/resources/blogs/women-who-changed-tech-dr-adele-goldberg https://computerhistory.org/profile/adele-goldberg/ https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/medicine/1983/mcclintock/facts/ https://www.britannica.com/biography/Barbara-McClintock https://blog.hmns.org/2015/02/wonder-women-of-stem-beatrice-alice-hicks-a-woman-ahead-of-her-time/ https://www.nae.edu/215725/BEATRICE-HICKS-19191979 https://www.womenofthehall.org/inductee/beatrice-a-hicks/

In this episode, we discuss the requirements for obtaining your PE license, the PE exam, and the PE application process. Shannon also discusses her own PE license journey! We hope you enjoy! We have included a YouTube Channel that was particularly helpful with practice questions/explanations: Series Introduction - Episode 0 | 52 PE Exam Problems in 52 Weeks - YouTube Sources: PE Exam | NCEES Series Introduction - Episode 0 | 52 PE Exam Problems in 52 Weeks - YouTube

In this episode, we talk about The Match for medical residency programs, the timeline, materials needed, and an overview on how applicants and programs are "matched" together. We hope you enjoy! If you have any questions about the process, leave them in the question section below, or reach out to us directly!

In this episode, we discuss our experiences with field work and the manufacturing floor, problems when working in the field, and ways to improve the field work experience for women. We hope you enjoy!

In this episode, we introduce stormwater management, why it is important, permitting, standards for design, and stormwater infrastructure. We hope you enjoy! Sources: Urbanization and Stormwater Runoff | US EPA Green Infrastructure Design and Implementation | US EPA NPDES: Stormwater Best Management Practices, Stormwater Wetland (epa.gov) 6PPD-quinone | US EPA

In this episode, we discuss the benefits of sustainable architecture, its characteristics, as well as examples of sustainable architecture. We hope you enjoy! Sources: https://www.barker-associates.co.uk/service/architecture/what-is-sustainable-architecture/ https://www.thespruce.com/what-is-sustainable-architecture-4846497 https://www.thespruce.com/eco-friendly-building-materials-1821766 https://parametric-architecture.com/10-sustainable-architecture-around-the-world/

In this episode, we discuss the science behind pickling and fermentation, as well as how you can pickle/ferment foods yourself! We hope you enjoy! Sources: https://asiasociety.org/education/science-pickling-and-fermentations https://nchfp.uga.edu/how/pickle/general-information-pickling/general-information-on-pickling/#gsc.tab=0 https://www.foodandwine.com/vegetables/pickled-vegetables/science-vinegar-pickles-explained https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/pickling https://annex.exploratorium.edu/cooking/pickles/salt.html https://zoe.com/learn/fermentation-101 https://www.oddbox.co.uk/blog/how-to-ferment-vegetables https://culturesforhealth.com/blogs/learn/natural-fermentation-basic-formula-fermenting-any-vegetable

In this episode, we discuss skyscrapers in the late 1920s, and the race to the sky. In this episode, we discuss 40 Wall Street, the Chrysler Building, and the Empire State Building. We hope you enjoy!

A note from Shannon and Emma: We have changed our logo! Please check it out! In this episode, we discuss skyscrapers, the history of skyscrapers, and notable skyscrapers. In part two, we will discuss the race to construct the world's tallest building. We hope you enjoy! Sources: Home Insurance Building (history.com) Manhattan Skyscrapers | American Experience | Official Site | PBS BUILDING BIG: Skyscraper Basics (pbs.org) Skyscrapers - a short history (linguapress.com) Skyscraper | Definition, Building, History, & Facts | Britannica https://www.thoughtco.com/how-skyscrapers-became-possible-1991649

In this episode, we discuss the science behind earthquakes and volcanoes, as well as the history of earthquakes and volcanoes in the US, including currently active volcanoes. Sources: https://www.space.com/earthquakes-facts-science https://www.usgs.gov/faqs/how-do-volcanoes-erupt https://www.nps.gov/subjects/volcanoes/anatomy-of-a-volcano.htm https://www.usgs.gov/programs/earthquake-hazards/cool-earthquake-facts https://www.usgs.gov/faqs/which-volcanoes-conterminous-united-states-have-erupted-nation-was-founded?items_per_page=6

In this episode, we discuss our hobbies, and how we allocate time for hobbies, friends and family, and self-care when we have busy schedules! We hope you enjoy!!

In this episode, we discuss the history and origins of international women's day, as well as how it is celebrated around the world.

In this episode, we discuss the role of a project manager, skills needed for project management, and tips on how to get into project management if you are interested. We hope you enjoy!

Happy Lunar New Year! In this episode, we discuss lunar new year traditions, legends, and foods eaten. We hope you have a prosperous Year of the Dragon!

In this episode, we discuss how to create long term plans ( 5 and 10 year plans), the questions to ask yourself, and resources that may be useful. We also discuss our own long-term plans, as well as tips for organizing these plans. We hope you enjoy! Sources: https://hbr.org/2023/09/how-to-develop-a-5-year-career-plan https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/how-to-make-a-5-year-plan

In this episode, we discuss notable women in flight such as Amelia Earhart, Geraldine Mock, Willa Brown, and more, celebrating and discussing their lives and their achievements. Sources: (1) https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/amelia-earhart (2) https://sterlingflight.com/7-famous-female-aviators-besides-amelia-earhart/

Welcome to our last episode of 2023! Before we take our annual holiday break, we're going to discuss some gift ideas for friends, significant others, parents, siblings, and coworkers/supervisors. We hope you enjoy! Happy holidays and happy new year! See you all in 2024.

In this episode, we discuss the roles of engineering and medical consultants, as well as pros/cons, and the project process. We hope you enjoy! Sources: (1) https://physiciansthrive.com/physician-consultant/#:~:text=Physician%20consultants%20can%20work%20as,practicing%20medicine%20and%20seeing%20patients. (2) https://www.physiciansidegigs.com/medical-consulting-101

Happy Halloween everyone! In this episode, we give updates on our professional and personal lives, talk about our favorite podcast episodes from the past year, and our goals for the upcoming year. We hope you enjoy!

In this episode, we discuss why leaves fall, how plants prepare for winter, how leaves change colors, and where to find the best fall foliage. We hope you enjoy! Fall Foliage Map: 2023 Fall Foliage Map & Nationwide Peak Leaf Forecast (smokymountains.com) Sources: https://www.si.edu/stories/why-do-leaves-change-color-fall https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/Forestry/Foliage/Why-Leaves-Change-Color https://www.fs.usda.gov/visit/fall-colors/science-of-fall-colors#:~:text=As%20night%20length%20increases%20in,unmasked%20and%20show%20their%20colors.

In this episode, we discuss joining professional organizations, and the benefits of doing so, during college and post-college. We hope you enjoy!

In this episode, we discuss the current demographics of women in medicine, and some notable women in medicine from history. We hope you enjoy! Sources: https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-news/states-with-the-highest-percentage-of-female-physicians-report.html https://www.merritthawkins.com/news-and-insights/blog/healthcare-news-and-trends/women-in-medicine-a-timeline-of-15-pioneers-and-innovators/ https://www.staffcare.com/locum-tenens-blog/news/women-in-medicine-specialty-choices/ https://www.aamc.org/news/nation-s-physician-workforce-evolves-more-women-bit-older-and-toward-different-specialties https://www.news-medical.net/health/History-of-Women-in-Medicine.aspx https://medicine.yale.edu/news/yale-medicine-magazine/article/women-physicians-over-the-centuries/ https://www.merritthawkins.com/news-and-insights/blog/healthcare-news-and-trends/women-in-medicine-a-timeline-of-15-pioneers-and-innovators/

In this episode, we discuss the process of changing jobs and leaving your job, as well as Shannon's own experience in doing so. We hope you enjoy! Sources: 1. https://hbr.org/2022/02/6-signs-its-time-to-leave-your-job 2. https://www.today.com/money/reasons-to-quit-job-rcna79211 3. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/burnout/art-20046642

In this podcast, we continue our women in history series, and talk about the role of women in the civil war, with a special guest, Robbie Suriano. We explore the work of Harriet Tubman, Harriet Beecher Stowe, various women soldiers, and General Order 28. We hope you enjoy! Sources: https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/harriet-tubman https://www.battlefields.org/learn/articles/10-facts-harriet-tubman https://www.havefunwithhistory.com/women-in-the-civil-war/ https://prologue.blogs.archives.gov/2019/03/08/harriet-beecher-stowe-a-fighter-for-social-justice/ https://www.havefunwithhistory.com/women-in-the-civil-war/ https://ehistory.osu.edu/articles/harriet-beecher-stowe-little-woman-who-wrote-book-started-great-war#:~:text=Home%20%C2%BB%20Articles-,Harriet%20Beecher%20Stowe%3A%20The%20Little%20Woman%20Who%20Wrote%20the%20Book,that%20started%20this%20great%20war%22. https://www.archives.gov/publications/prologue/1993/spring/women-in-the-civil-war-1.html https://www.battlefields.org/learn/articles/female-soldiers-civil-war https://www.civilwarmonitor.com/blogs/the-infamous-woman-order-of-occupied-new-orleans https://archive.nytimes.com/opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/06/18/general-butler-and-the-women/

In this episode, we delve into and reflect on Shannon's childhood interests, role models, high school and college, and graduate classes and experiences that led her to major in civil engineering, and then pursue the field of environmental engineering. We discuss more about her decision to switch companies/roles.

In this episode, we delve into and reflect on Emma's childhood interests, role models, high school and college classes and experiences that led her to major in bioengineering, and then pursue the field of medicine. It's still a work in progress, but we are all still growing and learning!

Happy Fourth of July! In this episode, we discuss the role of women before, during, and after the American Revolution.

Happy International Women in Engineering Day! In this episode, we are joined by guest host Tiffany Smith, to discuss the purpose of international women in engineering day (INWED), and the history of INWED. We also discuss the history of the Women's Engineering Society (WES), who helped found INWED, as we as the role of women engineers in World War 1 and beyond. Here's where you can join the 2023 INWED Webinar: https://www.inwed.org.uk/inwed2023-webinar/ Sources: 1) https://www.un.org/technologybank/news/international-women-engineering-day-2022-malambo-and-tebello%E2%80%99s-stories-studying-industrial 2) https://www.inwed.org.uk/#:~:text=This%20year%20we'll%20be,lives%20and%20livelihoods%20every%20day. 3) https://www.inwed.org.uk/about/ 4) https://electrifyingwomen.org/who-launched-the-womens-engineering-society-in-1919/ 5) https://eandt.theiet.org/content/articles/2014/06/ww1-women-engineers-in-the-first-world-war/#:~:text=The%20First%20World%20War%20was,the%20cranes%20and%20assemble%20weapons. 6) https://www.allaboutcircuits.com/news/women-in-warfare-female-engineers-make-their-mark-defense-technologies/ 7) https://www.theiet.org/membership/library-archives/the-iet-archives/online-exhibitions/women-and-engineering/history-of-the-womens-engineering-society/#:~:text=The%20WES%20was%20founded%20in,held%20at%20the%20IET%20Archives.

In this episode, we have guest host Tiffany back on the podcast again for coffee time! We first discuss the history of women changing their surnames after marriage, as well as some current statistics. During coffee time, we discuss the process of changing surnames (from her maiden name to her husband's surname) after marriage, as she has been going through this process, as well as her reasoning behind doing so. We also discuss our own thoughts on changing surnames after marriage, and alternatives to doing so. Sources: 1. Making a Name: Women's Surnames at Marriage and Beyond (harvard.edu) 2. Why do women still change their names? - BBC Worklife 3.Why Women Traditionally Took Their Husband's Last Names (brides.com)

In this episode, we continue our "Remarkable Women in STEM" series, discussing the lives and accomplishments of Mary Anning and Nettie Stevens. We hope you enjoy! Sources: (1) https://www.britannica.com/biography/Mary-Anning (2) https://publish.illinois.edu/womeningeology/mary-anning/ (3) https://www.nhm.ac.uk/discover/mary-anning-unsung-hero.html (4) https://www.britannica.com/biography/Nettie-Stevens (5) https://scientificwomen.net/women/stevens-nettie-102

In this episode, Shannon discusses everything she's learned after moving out west from the Midwest/PA/OH region. We also give some tips and tricks from our Zion trip last year!

In this episode, we discuss the history of rollercoasters, its origin, and how they are designed, built, installed, and tested. We hope you enjoy! Sources: (1) https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/features/coney-century-screams/#:~:text=The%20roller%20coaster%20has%20its,with%20wheels%20for%20summer%20use. (2) https://attractionsmagazine.com/how-are-roller-coasters-built-infographic/#:~:text=When%20building%20a%20roller%20coaster,the%20Superman%20Ride%20of%20Steel. (3) https://www.bigrentz.com/blog/how-roller-coasters-built (4) http://www.madehow.com/Volume-6/Roller-Coaster.html (5) https://www.coaster101.com/2015/11/03/coasters-101-what-software-do-roller-coaster-engineers-use/

In this episode, we discuss planning, planting, and the maintenance of a garden, as well as companion planting. We hope you enjoy! Sources: https://www.burpee.com/blog/gardening-101.html https://www.burpee.com/blog/what-plants-grow-well-together-a-road-map-to-your-garden.html https://www.burpee.com/blog/companion-planting-guide_article10888.html https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/

In this episode, we have Matt Steele on as guest host to discuss the history of women in bicycling, including the role it played in the women's suffrage movement. We hope you enjoy! Sources: https://www.kittelson.com/ideas/womens-bikes-an-intersectional-look-at-the-history-of-women-and-their-bicycles/ "Two Wheels Good" By: Jody Rosen

In this episode, we discuss the Norfolk Southern train that derailed in East Palestine, Ohio on February 3rd, 2023. We discuss the cause of the derailment, the initial actions by the EPA and the State of Ohio, the chemicals of concern that were onboard the train, the effects of contamination, as well as the path forward. Sources: https://www.npr.org/2023/02/23/1158972561/east-palestine-train-derailment-ntsb-preliminary-report-wheel-bearing https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-64670227 https://www.epa.gov/oh/east-palestine-ohio-train-derailment-emergency-response https://www.politifact.com/article/2023/feb/15/ohio-train-derailment-what-we-know-about-health-en/ https://epa.ohio.gov/monitor-pollution/pollution-issues/east-palestine https://www.reuters.com/world/us/ohio-cleaning-up-toxic-train-derailment-pollution-plume-moves-downstream-2023-02-15/ https://alaskabeacon.com/2023/02/20/how-dangerous-was-the-ohio-chemical-train-derailment-an-expert-explains-analysis/ https://www.nbcboston.com/news/politics/epa-orders-pause-on-shipment-of-contaminated-waste-from-ohio-train-derailment-site/2982828/ Ohio Sues Norfolk Southern for Environmental and Economic Damage After Toxic Train Derailment | The New Republic Ohio senators introduce rail safety bill after fiery crash | AP News The challenges of East Palestine's toxic waste cleanup : NPR

In this episode, we discuss current biosolid management and application, as well as alternative uses for biosolids in the home and in municipalities. Sources: 1) https://www.epa.gov/biosolids/basic-information-about-biosolids 2) https://www.biosolids.com.au/info/what-are-the-different-forms-of-biosolids/ 3) https://www.dec.ny.gov/docs/materials_minerals_pdf/facts.pdf 4) https://extension.missouri.edu/publications/wq427 5) Musee de Civilization: Poop Exhibit

In this episode, we discuss what happens to water once you flush the toilet or wash your hands in the sink! This is part 1 of a two-episode miniseries discussing wastewater and biosolids. Hope you enjoy! Sources: (1) https://www.oconomowoc-wi.gov/270/Treatment-Steps (2) https://www.coleparmer.com/tech-article/eight-stages-of-wastewater-treatment-process (3) https://www.coldwater.org/272/The-Wastewater-Treatment-Process

In this episode, we discuss goal-setting and the criteria for SMART goals. We also include a few examples of our own goals - personal, professional, and for the podcast. Hope you enjoy!

Happy new year! In this episode, we discuss ways to stay physically healthy with nutrition and exercise, as well as ways to stay mentally healthy, both personally and professionally.

Happy New Year everyone! In this episode, Shannon interviews her father, Mr. Ralph Kronz about his career in civil engineering. We hope you enjoy!

In this episode, we continue our series on remarkable women in STEM/engineering. In this episode, we discuss the lives and accomplishments of three women: Lise Meitner, Elizabeth Blackwell, and Mary Elizabeth Walton. We hope you enjoy! Additionally, thank you all for listening to our podcast in 2022, we will be taking a short holiday break and will see you all in the new year! Sources: (1) https://www.sdsc.edu/ScienceWomen/meitner.html (2) https://www.atomicarchive.com/resources/biographies/meitner.html (3) https://scientificwomen.net/women/meitner-lise-66 (4) https://www.famousscientists.org/lise-meitner/ (5) https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/elizabeth-blackwell (6) https://cfmedicine.nlm.nih.gov/physicians/biography_35.html (7) https://www.britannica.com/biography/Elizabeth-Blackwell (8) https://rrlc.org/winningthevote/biographies/elizabeth-blackwell (9) https://lemelson.mit.edu/resources/mary-walton (10) https://orbitalelements.wordpress.com/2014/03/04/stem-female-role-model-spotlight-mary-walton-inventor/ (11) https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/mary-walton-7091.php (12) https://wednesdayswomen.com/mary-walton-female-inventor-who-succeeded-where-edison-failed/

In this episode, we discuss the science and chemical processes behind making bread. We also discuss our favorite and your favorite types of bread! Happy Thanksgiving!

In this episode, we discuss how bridges are built and some popular designs.

In this episode, we are celebrating our 2 year podaversary! We also discuss some personal and career goals, as well as goals for the podcast. As we reach these goals, we will be providing updates in future podcast episodes.

In this episode, Shannon and Emma continue this three-part series, discussing all they have learned in the first year of working as an engineer, and in medical school. Stay tuned for the next episode, in which we will discuss our goals for the next year!