STEM in a pod
By Tea In 60
STEM in a podJun 16, 2021
She's shaping Zimbabwe's academic frontier - An engineer's perspective
Talk about IMPACT! Happy to bring you the first episode of 2023 in the Women's Month! 'Educate a woman, educate a nation!" A statement for which we have found the perfect example for and that is Dr. Eng. Annatoria Chinyama! She is a woman who wears many hats and wears them well. Besides being a wife, a mother, she has passionately contributed to engineering academia, heading civil engineering departments at different tertiary institutions and mentored many young engineers and has started a private engineering college in Bulawayo. In this episode, she shares on how she ended up being an academic researcher, completing her Doctorate Studies and starting Carpe Diem School of Engineering!
A relationship with failure!
Everyone has faced some kind of failure and rejection and it can be difficult to work through those experiences. From failing her driving test 13 times, to being rejected 3 times for a prestigious program known as TechWomen and many "we regret to inform you" emails, Henrica Makulu, a thriving Zimbabwean data scientist shares with us how she maneuvered around the feelings of not being good enough and self-doubt.
The fun in agriculture!
This episode is an enlightening conversation with 28 year old Tanyaradzwa Tenesi who is a plant breeder in Zimbabwe. She debunks the myth that agriculture is laborious and no fun by sharing her unique journey with us. Her story is a true reflection of a young and determined lady rising above the odds!
A tech addict!
This episode brings us to a revelation of how technology is SO diverse. A captivating interview with a young lady, Sithabile Ndlovu who started a tech company (Viking Technointell) at 21 and has been passionate about tech ever since. She shares how the entrepreneur journey has been and what she believes lies in store for Bulawayo in the future as far as tech is concerned.
How I got to own a private dental surgery
Can you do your job and not be paid for it? A tricky question for most. Tune in to hear more about prioritizing passion before financial gains and how passion opens doors and humility is the key to learning and growing. Dudu Sibanda, a dentist in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe shares her profound views on mentorship and how she opened up her own private dental surgery!
Resilience, earrings and decoding doctor's handwriting!
A peek into a young woman's journey into pharmacy. Join us as we talk with Tafadzwa Fari who is currently working in the Zimbabwe Retail Pharmacy industry as a pharmacist.
We are back!
Join us as we kickstart the pod this year, taking a trip down memory lane and giving you the inside scoop on what has been brewing with Tea in 60!
Women in Public Health
As we are in the month of breast cancer awareness, public health specialist Waraidzo Juliet Nyatsine talks of her journey and passion towards the public health industry.
Your mental health matters!
We take a dive into the social science space with Mental Health Advocate Tanatswa Chikaura. Tanatswa breaks down mental health and its importance in the journey to achieve our professional goals.
Women in Data Science
Tatenda Emma Matika gives us a sneak peak into the world of women in data science.
College Conversations
A brief discussion on how Covid-19 has taken a toll on STEM College students in Zimbabwe.
Beauty and Brains!
Is there a direct relationship between beauty and brains ? Should women in conceal their femininity to be taken seriously?
Being A Female Engineer
Engineer Silibaziso speaks on her experiences and views as a woman in the construction industry.
Abroad and On-board
Nyaradzai Lynette Tasaranarwo shares her experiences and views when making a decision between studying and working locally or abroad.
Behind the scenes : NoteToSelf
We open up the platform to sharing your STEM experiences , through a brief read of motivational notes to your younger or older selves.
The ABC's of STEM Enterprises(Part One)
A cup of tea with some of the rising female STEM Entrepreneurs within Zimbabwe.(Nyaradzo Dhliwayo Moyo ~ Yanaya)
The ABC's of STEM Enterprises(Part Two)
A cup of tea with some of the rising female entrepreneurs within STEM in Zimbabwe. (Forget Shareka ~ Chashi Foods)
Behind the scenes : Tea in 60
Join us as we launch the STEM in a pod podcast series with a sit down with the minds behind Tea in 60.