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  • Ep 385: Learning What to Delegate to AI With Deepika Devarajan

    Ep 385: Learning What to Delegate to AI With Deepika Devarajan
    2026/09/15
    As AI becomes part of everyday engineering workflows, knowing when to use it — and when to rely on your human expertise — is becoming a crucial skill. Deepika Devarajan, vice president of product and technology at Industrial Scientific, has worked with AI for more than a decade and has seen the focus shift from “How do we build AI responsibly?” to “How do we use AI responsibly?” In conversation with host Sam East, Deepika shares a practical framework for deciding when to delegate a task to AI, when to use it as a thought partner, and when to keep the work human. Hear how to protect your critical thinking skills (and your data), a nuanced perspective on what engineering expertise will look like in the AI-powered future, and the most common misconceptions and myths around AI. — The award-winning Diverse podcast from the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is now Global Voices in Engineering! With nearly 45,000 members in 90+ countries around the world (and growing), we wanted a new name that perfectly captures what both SWE and the podcast are all about: bringing together engineering stories from around the world, because every engineer has a story. SWE is the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women and allies in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit https://membership.swe.org
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    26 分
  • Ep 384: Three Mentorship Archetypes to Accelerate Your Engineering Career With Priyanka Ganesh

    Ep 384: Three Mentorship Archetypes to Accelerate Your Engineering Career With Priyanka Ganesh
    2026/09/08
    How can you determine what kind of mentor will help you the most at each stage of your engineering career? In this episode, Priyanka Ganesh, cloud software engineering manager at Intel, identifies three mentor archetypes that can help women and allies in STEM grow in distinct ways: the connector, the architect, and the visionary. In discussion with host Sam East, Priyanka breaks down the characteristics of each archetype and shares how a connector helped raise her visibility, an architect taught her to prioritize the problems that mattered most, and a visionary challenged her to connect technical work to long-term impact. Hear how to identify the gaps that are holding you back from advancing, how to find the right mentor for your unique career stage, and how to become a connector, architect, or visionary for someone else — even without a leadership title. — The award-winning Diverse podcast from the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is now Global Voices in Engineering! With nearly 45,000 members in 90+ countries around the world (and growing), we wanted a new name that perfectly captures what both SWE and the podcast are all about: bringing together engineering stories from around the world, because every engineer has a story. SWE is the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women and allies in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit https://membership.swe.org
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    24 分
  • Ep 383: Engineers in the LGBTQ+ Community Discuss Belonging and Allyship

    Ep 383: Engineers in the LGBTQ+ Community Discuss Belonging and Allyship
    2026/09/01
    How can engineers create spaces where people feel comfortable bringing their whole selves to class and work? In this episode, Emma Craig, FY27 lead of the SWE LGBTQ+ and Allies Affinity Group, and Mikayla Moody, FY27 lead-elect of the SWE LGBTQ+ and Allies Affinity Group, share how their experiences as engineers in the LGBTQ+ community have shaped their paths through academia and industry. Mikayla explains how feeling like an outsider in STEM shapes their teaching style now as a professor — including the simple steps they take at the start of each semester to help students feel a sense of belonging. Emma reflects on how finding supportive communities in college and graduate school, including in Greek Life, gave her the confidence to grow as an engineer, advocate, and leader. In conversation with Karen Horting, executive director and CEO of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), they share practical advice for becoming a better ally to the LGBTQ+ community, including why asking questions, listening carefully, and being willing to learn from mistakes can matter more than getting everything right. Get involved with the SWE LGBTQ+ and Allies Affinity Group at https://affinitygroups.swe.org/lgbtq-and-allies/ — The award-winning Diverse podcast from the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is now Global Voices in Engineering! With nearly 45,000 members in 90+ countries around the world (and growing), we wanted a new name that perfectly captures what both SWE and the podcast are all about: bringing together engineering stories from around the world, because every engineer has a story. SWE is the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women and allies in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit https://membership.swe.org
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    34 分
  • Ep 382: Defying Gravity and Finding Your Voice With WE26 Keynote Evelyn Cortez-Davis

    Ep 382: Defying Gravity and Finding Your Voice With WE26 Keynote Evelyn Cortez-Davis
    2026/08/25
    Evelyn Cortez-Davis, WE26 closing keynote and director of strategic initiatives for the water system at the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, watched the film “An Inconvenient Truth” as a new mom. At that moment, she made a promise to her young daughter that she would have a “damn good answer” when asked what she did as climate change unfolded. In conversation with FY27 SWE President Kerrie Greenfelder, Evelyn shares how that commitment shaped her engineering career. As a first-generation immigrant from El Salvador, Evelyn also reflects on being an English learner and an undocumented student during her first two years at UCLA, and how learning to use her voice shaped her STEM path. Hear what it means to be the first in the room, why engineers need to stay creative as technology reshapes the world, and how stepping outside your comfort zone can open unexpected doors. Evelyn also previews her closing keynote at WE26, the world's largest conference for women and allies in engineering, taking place Nov. 5-7 in Boston. Find the full conference schedule and register at we26.swe.org — The award-winning Diverse podcast from the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is now Global Voices in Engineering! With nearly 45,000 members in 90+ countries around the world (and growing), we wanted a new name that perfectly captures what both SWE and the podcast are all about: bringing together engineering stories from around the world, because every engineer has a story. SWE is the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women and allies in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit membership.swe.org
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    28 分
  • Ep 381: Engineering Your Own Soundtrack With WE26 Keynote Elissa Lee

    Ep 381: Engineering Your Own Soundtrack With WE26 Keynote Elissa Lee
    2026/08/18
    Elissa Lee, WE26 keynote and executive director of commercial and international military rotorcraft engine programs at GE Aerospace, shares how music has shaped her approach to engineering, creativity, and leadership in this episode. In conversation with FY27 SWE President Kerrie Greenfelder, Elissa shares practical lessons on building confidence, navigating unexpected career opportunities, and finding your authentic leadership style — without being the loudest voice in the room. Hear how a 30-day challenge to speak first transformed her confidence, why spending four years in an unexpected role broadened her STEM career, and how staying true to herself has made her a more effective leader. You'll also get a sneak peek of Elissa's upcoming opening keynote at WE26, the world's largest conference for women and allies in engineering, taking place Nov. 5-7 in Boston. Learn more and join at https://we26.swe.org — The award-winning Diverse podcast from the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is now Global Voices in Engineering! With nearly 45,000 members in 90+ countries around the world (and growing), we wanted a new name that perfectly captures what both SWE and the podcast are all about: bringing together engineering stories from around the world, because every engineer has a story. SWE is the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women and allies in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit https://membership.swe.org
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    31 分
  • Ep 380: Turning Tough Feedback Into Forward Fuel With Safiyya Cavatina Kassim

    Ep 380: Turning Tough Feedback Into Forward Fuel With Safiyya Cavatina Kassim
    2026/08/14
    At some point, every engineer will receive feedback that stings. So how can you decide if it’s valid, what you should learn from it, and what parts to let go of? In this episode, Safiyya Cavatina Kassim, senior specialist in business agility at MSD Czech Republic, speaks with host Sam East about how STEM professionals can navigate difficult feedback in the workplace. Drawing from her personal stories and FOG to FUEL framework, Safiyya shares practical strategies and mindset shifts to process criticism in the moment, identify what’s worth acting on, and leave behind feedback rooted in bias. Plus, hear Safiyya’s nonlinear STEM journey of growing up in Zimbabwe, earning a degree in agriculture, and ultimately building a technology career in the Czech Republic. — The award-winning Diverse podcast from the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is now Global Voices in Engineering! With nearly 45,000 members in 90+ countries around the world (and growing), we wanted a new name that perfectly captures what both SWE and the podcast are all about: bringing together engineering stories from around the world, because every engineer has a story. SWE is the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women and allies in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit https://membership.swe.org
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    33 分
  • Ep 379: Career Fair Tips For Engineers With Natalie Camilleri

    Ep 379: Career Fair Tips For Engineers With Natalie Camilleri
    2026/08/04
    Every career starts somewhere — and for many engineers, that journey begins at a career fair. In this episode, industrial engineer Natalie Camilleri shares how a chance conversation at SWE’s WE21 Career Fair led to a life-changing internship and, ultimately, her full-time STEM career. In a full-circle moment, she now returns to SWE’s career fairs to recruit engineers. With host Sam East, Natalie explains why recruiters often remember communication skills more than technical expertise, why leading with an elevator pitch isn’t the best strategy, and how volunteer experiences through SWE can become your strongest interview stories. Discover practical tips to stand out at career fairs and navigate rejection, plus hear why being in "the right place at the right time" usually starts with simply being open to a conversation. — The award-winning Diverse podcast from the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is now Global Voices in Engineering! With nearly 45,000 members in 90+ countries around the world (and growing), we wanted a new name that perfectly captures what both SWE and the podcast are all about: bringing together engineering stories from around the world, because every engineer has a story. SWE is the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women and allies in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit membership.swe.org
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    25 分
  • Ep 378: Practical Tools for Overcoming Self-Doubt With Anita Berthold

    Ep 378: Practical Tools for Overcoming Self-Doubt With Anita Berthold
    2026/07/28
    Should you apply for the promotion? Speak up in the meeting? Say yes to the opportunity that feels out of reach? These moments often come down to one thing: moving forward despite your self-doubt. In this episode, Anita Berthold, manager of learning and development at GlobalFoundries, sits down with host Sam East to explore why we fall into cycles of overthinking, self-doubt, and decision paralysis — and what to do about it. Anita shares how self-doubt almost kept her from applying for the STEM role she holds today, the question from a friend that changed her perspective, and why waiting until you feel ready rarely works. Plus, learn pragmatic, science-based tools you can put to use, including how to respond to your inner critic, treat scary situations like experiments, and recognize the physical signs that stress is taking over. — The Society of Women Engineers is a powerful, global force uniting nearly 45,000 members of all genders spanning 90+ countries. We are the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit membership.swe.org
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    16 分