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Samoan Scientist Podcast

Samoan Scientist Podcast

By Amy

This is a platform to share my process and journey as a New Zealand born, Samoan women, scientist. As well as chatting to other indigenous scientists about their journey.
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Study tips for exams

Samoan Scientist PodcastNov 01, 2019

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PhD update - How to cope with the challenges

PhD update - How to cope with the challenges

Update on my PhD about feeling like I'm not doing enough and how I am addressing it. I hope that some of the podcast connects with you and helps you with your own journey.
Nov 01, 202323:58
The highest of highs and the lowest of lows

The highest of highs and the lowest of lows

September 2023 I had achieved so many things in my PhD that I thought I would NEVER achieve, however I also experienced very upsetting news about my Nana.
Sep 28, 202322:17
Michelle Elia-Siloata - A zig-zag journey will lead you to where you need to be

Michelle Elia-Siloata - A zig-zag journey will lead you to where you need to be

In this episode, we talk with my good friend Michelle about

  • Uber Eats
  • Diabetes
  • High school relationships
  • Health
Jul 13, 202301:13:29
PhD update - March 2022

PhD update - March 2022

Talofa my name is Amy. I am PhD candidate researching the Samoan traditional diet. I have gone back into the archives and pieced together a raw PhD update for the month of March 2022.

Jul 10, 202325:55
How to be an effective communicator on social media

How to be an effective communicator on social media

Talofa, my name is Amy. The creator of Samoan Scientist. I started posting online in 2015 and have built a following of over 4K followers across IG, Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Podcasting and LinkedIn. Here I share my tips on how to get started in social media.

Jul 05, 202315:47
What did Samoans eat during the 19th and 20th century?

What did Samoans eat during the 19th and 20th century?

Talofa, my name is Amy. I am a second-year PhD student researching the Samaon traditional diet. This episode, I share with you common foods that Samoans ate from missionary records 1830s-1920s. In this

Jul 03, 202338:45
Responding to your comments - Samoan traditional foods

Responding to your comments - Samoan traditional foods

Talofa my name is Amy, I am a second-year PhD candidate researching the Samoan traditional diet. There was a lot of talanoa on a recent post and I wanted to address all of your comments.

Jun 25, 202330:03
How to write a literature review

How to write a literature review

Talofa my name is Amy, I am a second-year PhD candidate researching Samoan traditional foods. Here are 5 steps on how I wrote my literature review.

Jun 24, 202322:49
How to stay motivated during your studies

How to stay motivated during your studies

Hey. My name is Amy Maslen-Miller I am a PhD candidate researching the Samoan traditional diet. Here are some tips to help keep you motivated during your studies.

Jun 17, 202308:46
Study tips

Study tips

My name is Amy Maslen-Miller a PhD candidate researching the Samoan traditional diet.

Here are some of my study tips to help with your tests and exams. Let me know if you have any questions!

Jun 17, 202313:20
PhD talk - Samoan traditional foods - Q & A

PhD talk - Samoan traditional foods - Q & A

I talk about my PhD research, the Samoan traditional diet an Answer some of your questions.

Jun 11, 202325:60
Malo. I'm Back.

Malo. I'm Back.

Malo. I'm Amy Maslen-Miller, a New Zealand-born Samoan woman in Science.

The Samoan Scientist Podcast is a platform to share knowledge and stories from Maori and Pasifika in STEM.

What do you want to hear from the podcast in 2023? This is your channel to help you navigate STEM.

Jun 06, 202306:17
PhD Update I Fepuari 2022

PhD Update I Fepuari 2022

After 3 years of jumping through academic hurdles I have finally started my PhD!Research the Samoan traditional diet as one of the solutions to prevent diabetes.  
I'm going to give monthly updates about my journey. Hopefully sharing my experiences will help you. I talk about my initial thoughts about the PhD and the books I’ve read relating to my research. 

Jul 17, 202232:10
The journey to starting my PhD

The journey to starting my PhD

I have been waiting three years to share my story. So many academic hurdles, a lot of no's , low self-esteem and mental wellbeing. This is my story of how it took three years for me to start my PhD. 

Feb 25, 202250:27
Forever Failing

Forever Failing

It has been a really rough time in my career so I want to share a talanoa that I've had in my mind for a while. In the hopes of helping you on your journey and knowing that you're not alone. ps. sorry about the sniffling. 

Mar 12, 202137:21
Julia Arnott-Neenee - Strategist and Co-founder in Technology

Julia Arnott-Neenee - Strategist and Co-founder in Technology

Note: This was recorded pre COVID-19

Introducing Julia Arnott-Nee, strategist and advocate for bridging the gap of technology in our Pacific communities. Raised in Grey Lynn, Auckland and Christchurch, Julia talks about her journey into the tech industry, including her time at HP in America. We talk about Julia having an arts background and how she moved into tech, the hustle of applying for jobs, embracing her uniqueness and allowing space for others to do so and lastly, her current pursuit of empowering Māori and Pacific into the tech industry.

If you have any questions for Julia you can reach her on Facebook: Julia Arnott-Neenee Instagram: jarnottneenee LinkedIn: Julia Arnott-Neenee

Feb 09, 202101:04:23
Eteroa Lafele- Software Engineer
Nov 16, 202045:13
Madeline Shelling- Maori Scientist

Madeline Shelling- Maori Scientist

Mads is from Ngati Porou on her mums side and grew up in Helensville, Auckland. On this episode we talk about Mads journey into science. Starting with growing up in Helensville, following her passion throughout university, aid work, her PhD in Maori health and food sovereignty and CrossFit.

If you have any questions for Mads you can contact her on Instagram @madeline.alice or Facebook: Madeline Shelling

Aug 16, 202059:17
Tulele Masoe- Engineer

Tulele Masoe- Engineer

Tulele talks about his childhood in Samoa, the ups and downs of his engineering degree and rugby. Listen out for the family shout outs and nostalgia!

If you have any questions for Tulele you can send them my way on IG, Facebook, Youtube or samoanscientist@gmail.com

Jul 13, 202001:14:34
Lolo Tukuafu- Enviromental Scientist

Lolo Tukuafu- Enviromental Scientist

Lolo is currently working and living in Tonga as a GIS analyst. I managed to catch up with him while he was in NZ and he kept it real!

Lolo talked about moving to NZ from Tonga after high school, being the shy guy, university, climate change and living and working in Tonga.

Mar 19, 202051:01
Alyx Pivac- Indigenous Scientist and Activist
Feb 05, 202001:28:59
What I learned in 2019

What I learned in 2019

2019 was very challenging for me however, I learnt a lot of things about how to get through those challenges. 

What I learnt in 2019: 1) Self reflection is key 2) The internet is amazing 3) The mind is powerful 4) The system is real 5) Stop buying stupid things

I also talked about goals and intentions for your next journey/year. 



Dec 31, 201934:17
What the Scientists Say!

What the Scientists Say!

We are ending our series this year by reflecting on the talanoa I’ve had with Kahu Painintng (Indigenous Scientist), Brogan McGreal (Scientist), Ant Vavia (Marine Biologist), Sophia Olo-Whaanga (Environment and Sustainability Advisor) and Chris Puliuvea (Immunology Scientist).
I summarised their advice about how to overcome challenges, how to get into science and their experiences of how they got started in science.


Dec 16, 201914:57
Chris Puliuvea- Immunology Scientist
Dec 10, 201941:25
Sophia Olo-Whaanga: Environment and Sustainability Advisor
Dec 01, 201937:57
Q & A

Q & A

This episode you ask the questions and I answer them 1) Whats the money like being a scientist? Are scientists paid their worth? 2) How did you choose the right university best suited for you and your goals?

Nov 24, 201912:09
Ant Vavia- Marine Biologist

Ant Vavia- Marine Biologist

Marine biologist and vaka enthusiast, Ant Vavia, talks about his scientific voyage. Ant set out on his journey, discovering his passion for the outdoors, adventure and marine science. Currently pursuing his PhD in marine biology, he is taking his research back home to Mitiaro, Cook Islands. This episode we talk about navigating through high school, university life, research in the Solomon Islands, standing out as a Pasifika student and vaka.

If you have any questions for Ant, send him a message on Facebook: Ant Vavia or Instagram @antstagraamm. Plus he has a YouTube channel in the works! So watch this space
Nov 15, 201901:00:28
Brogan McGreal- Scientist
Nov 08, 201932:56
Study tips for exams

Study tips for exams

With exams coming up. I want to share some tips and tricks that have helped me over the years and I hope they help you too!

Nov 01, 201911:44
Te Kahuratai Painting- Indigenous Scientist
Oct 24, 201943:45
Who Stole My Taro?!

Who Stole My Taro?!

This episode I read to you the mythology story of the beautiful taro. This story is from the book, Samoan Heroes by David Riley and illustrated by Michael Mulipola. 

Oct 17, 201907:11
Q&A

Q&A

This episode you ask the questions and I answer them. 1) How do I learn Samoan? I'm the only plastic one in my family and trying to actively learn. 2)  Has science been a viable career for you so far? 3) What vision do you see our up and coming pasifika scientists achieving?



Oct 10, 201911:58
How I Became a Scientist

How I Became a Scientist

Being a scientist is not a common job for most people, especially for a New Zealand born Samoan woman. This episode I share my unique, not your usual path into science and why Im still in science today.
Oct 03, 201918:23
I Am Dumb

I Am Dumb

Ever had this thought? SAME. I've felt this way since high school and it's been/still a process I'm working to reverse. Today I'm unpacking my thoughts and sharing some options that have worked for me.
Sep 27, 201920:38
Introduction

Introduction

Talofa! This episode I'm introducing myself, the aim for the Samoan Scientist podcast and what type of content I'm planning.
Sep 15, 201904:53