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Pride in STEM Podcast

Pride in STEM Podcast

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Award-nominated charityPride in STEM is bringing forth discussions, insights, and solutions to barriers faced by LGBTQIA+ people in STEM
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Inclusivity In Medicine Still Fails Black People

Pride in STEM PodcastJul 04, 2023

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Inclusivity In Medicine Still Fails Black People

Inclusivity In Medicine Still Fails Black People

Discussions of inclusivity in STEM too often do not address major diversity issues, in particular, they do not centre the needs of people of colour. Medicine is no exception and many steps can be taken to ensure medicine is a safe space and safe for all, whether they're a staff member or a patient. Our host Craig Poku (he/they) is joined by the wonderful Dr Kayode Oki (he/him) in the finale of Season 2. Dr Oki discusses his journey through medical school, the barriers he faced at different stages, and what he's doing to ensure that medicine is safe for Black people.

Jul 04, 202334:53
The Inescapable Link Between Science Communication & Identity

The Inescapable Link Between Science Communication & Identity

Scicomm is critical to translate complex scientific challenges to a range of audiences. But often, the fact that 'the messenger is just as important as the message' is ignored. Host Dr Craig Poku (he/they) is joined by the wonderful Sarah Cosgriff (she/they). She discusses her scicomm journey and how her intersecting identities allowed her to engage with new audiences.

Jun 20, 202335:43
Hidden Voices: Challenges Within The Climate Justice Movement

Hidden Voices: Challenges Within The Climate Justice Movement

Marginalised voices are often excluded within the climate justice movement, a movement that is in itself often ignored when it comes to the unfolding Climate Crisis. In this episode, Craig Poku (he/they) is joined by Dr Salma Sabour (she/her) to discuss research, and more specifically, the steps she's taken to ensure no voices are left out of the picture when it comes to one of the biggest challenges facing humanity today.

Jun 06, 202334:44
Outside The Binary: Navigating A Career In STEM As An Intersex Person

Outside The Binary: Navigating A Career In STEM As An Intersex Person

When you have specific identities, engaging in a career in STEM can be difficult. Sadly, this is the case if you identify as intersex. However, what can we learn from those who are intersex to address their specific barriers? Joining Craig Poku (he/they) is Claudia Astorino (she/her), where she'll talk about her career in STEM as someone who is intersex, the challenges she's faced personally, and what we can learn to address barriers as a community. 


May 23, 202328:58
The Invisible Barriers To Being A Volcanologist In The Modern Day

The Invisible Barriers To Being A Volcanologist In The Modern Day

Disabilities have been shown to impact your career path, especially when you want to partake in STEM. However, how do they cause specific problems when you have a chronic illness? Joining Craig Poku (he/they), in today's conversation is the wonderful Dr Jazmin Scarlett (she/her) who talks about her career and the barriers she faced when engaging in volcanology.

May 10, 202329:32
 Navigating Academia When You Are Neurodivergent

Navigating Academia When You Are Neurodivergent

In this episode, Dr Craig Poku (he/they) are joined by the brilliant Dr Matt Frost (he/him). The discussion focuses on the additional struggles of navigating academia and a science career as someone who is neurodivergent as well as the solutions the academy could take to create a more inclusive environment.

Apr 25, 202332:30
Being Black in STEM: Facing The Barriers Head-On
Apr 11, 202331:09
Insights Into Pride in Industry
Nov 17, 202138:58
A Discussion On Gender Identity
Nov 16, 202138:15
Being LGBTQIA+ And South Asian in the UK
Nov 15, 202133:51
All About Asexuality
Nov 14, 202132:36
Teaser Trailer

Teaser Trailer

A little teaser about the podcast series. The episodes will be available daily between November 14 and November 18 which is the International Day of LGBTQIA+ people in STEM

Oct 22, 202100:29