In this engaging conversation, Dr. Simone Hyater-Adams shares her unique journey as a physicist who has navigated the intersection of arts and sciences. From her early influences in a musical family to her passion for astrophysics, Simone discusses the pivotal moments that shaped her career path. She reflects on her experiences in high school and college, the challenges of graduate school, and the importance of mentorship and supportive environments. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the significance of identity, particularly as a Black woman in STEM, and the impact of burnout on her journey. Ultimately, Simone's story is one of resilience, passion, and the pursuit of a fulfilling career that embraces both science and the arts. In this conversation, Simone Hyater-Adams shares her journey through academia, exploring the challenges of identity, representation, and the impact of environment on personal and professional growth. She discusses her experiences in predominantly white spaces, the importance of community, and her research on Black representation in STEM. The conversation also delves into her transition from academia to program development, her passion for integrating performance art into education, and her aspirations for the future.

About the Host: Dr. Catherine L. Quinlan, ED.D.

I am a researcher, professor, and curriculum design expert. I currently hold the Brenda B. Brodie Endowed Chair for Teacher Education in the School of Education at North Carolina Central University.

Learn more about me and my research on my websites and YouTube channels.

For more information visit my websites:

Personal Website of Dr.Catherine L. Quinlan: https://drcatherinequinlan.com

Visibility In STEMSelected Education Work: https://visibilityinstem.com/

TEDx Talk: The ClarityWe Need For Belonging: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3xAD3I3x-M&feature=youtu.be

Recent Academic Book:Black Representation in the Science Curriculum: Implications for Identity,Culture, Belonging, and Curriculum Development.

https://www.routledge.com/9781032757193

Keystone Passage,Chapter Series Book: https://keystonepassage.com

Check out the podcast:Learning, for Truth and Love: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6IlAjleK06X35gdoGqylGH

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drcatherinequinlan

Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/learning-for-truth-and-love/id1785560564

Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/649118d6-1db7-4273-aa01-bfd495703f71/learning-for-truth-and-love

iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-learning-for-truth-and-lov-248725998/