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Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #055 | From Academic Research to Business Impact through Hands On Leadership with Dr. Rahul MaharsiaIn this episode, I speak with Doctor Rahul Maharsia, Senior Vice President of R&D and Engineering at Insulation Technology Group.Rahul did not grow up knowing he wanted to be an engineer and spent years searching for direction. His parents recognized his natural problem-solving ability before he did and encouraged him toward engineering, which ultimately gave him clarity, purpose, and momentum. After starting in mechanical engineering in India, he came to the US, pivoted through industrial engineering, and completed a PhD focused on materials and composites.In our leadership segment, Rahul shares how his...
2026-02-0326 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #054 | From Perfectionist Engineer to Global Startup President through Cultural Flexibility and Discomfort as a Teacher with Darshan DeshmukhIn this episode, I speak with Darshan Deshmukh, president at ProcureAbility, a Jabil company, delivering an industry-leading suite of procurement and supply chain services to global organizations.Darshan grew up in India with strong influences in engineering and math, which naturally drew him toward a technical career. He studied mechanical engineering, worked briefly in software, and then realized he was more interested in how business systems fit together than in writing code. That insight led him to a master’s in supply chain at Penn State and into manufacturing and planning roles at IBM where he moved fr...
2026-01-2646 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #053 | From Independent Contractor to Company Builder through Clarity, Trust, and a Willingness to Act with Cathy TothIn this episode, I speak with Cathy Toth, founder, president, and CEO of Acato Information Management, a software quality assurance company located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.Cathy grew up in a family full of engineers, started in biomechanical engineering, and ultimately finished an electrical engineering degree for practicality and momentum toward graduation. She moved quickly into software, later negotiated flexible work through independent contracting so she could be home with her kids, and eventually built a career specializing in software quality and testing. That path led her to launch Acato, a company shaped by an e...
2026-01-1945 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #052 | The Podcast Built for Students and What It Became with Dr. Angelique AdamsAs we reach the end of the year, I wanted to share a more personal episode. This is the story behind the Mastering Engineering Leadership podcast. Why it exists, what I learned along the way, and how it has shaped, why it exists, what I learned along the way, and how it has shaped my approach to teaching and supporting engineers.Explore the full episode summary, including transcript, and recommended resources in the shownotes at www.drangeliqueadams.com/podcast
2025-12-2211 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #051 | Leadership Lessons From a Year of Engineering Stories with Dr. Angelique AdamsHi, everyone! Angelique here. As we wrap up the year, I want to look back at some of the conversations that shaped the first season of the Mastering Engineering Leadership podcast. The themes were powerful on their own, but they become even richer when we anchor them in the voices of the leaders who shared their stories. Let me walk you through some of the patterns that stood out and the episodes that brought them to life. If you want to revisit any of the conversations I mentioned today, you can find episode links and...
2025-12-1805 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #050 | From Underdog Engineer to Trusted Federal Partner through Steady, Approachable Leadership with Sherry BrowderIn this episode, I speak with Sherry Browder, CEO and president of Pro2Serve, an employee-owned company founded in 1995 with the primary purpose of providing critical mission support services to strengthen our nation's defensive posture. Sherry shares how a simple eighth-grade declaration that she wanted to be an engineer, plus parents who were lifelong educators, set her on a winding path to civil engineering. She describes struggling academically at Tennessee Tech, switching majors several times, and needing five and a half years to graduate, but using that adversity to build grit and determination. From her first role...
2025-12-0841 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #049 | From First Generation Engineer to Authentic People Leader through Self-Reflection and Brave Conversations with Dr. Andria YatesIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Andria Yates, a leadership coach in the executive MBA programs at the Haslam College of Business and startup coach for the Anderson Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Andria started as a first-generation college student from a small West Tennessee high school, drawn into materials engineering by her love of math and science and her father's belief that engineering was the best path to opportunity. She began her career as an aluminum metallurgist at Alcoa. She moved rapidly into early management roles, then pivoted into i...
2025-12-0541 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #048 | From Drawings and Calculations to Global Influence through Executive Communication Skills with James HanleyIn this episode, I speak with James Hanley, Senior Director at CBRE, where he leads a global team of engineers and program managers shaping the future of real estate through strategic innovation, talent development, and technology integration. A love of roller coasters inspired James to study mechanical engineering at Loyola University, where he then went, as he calls it, full nerd by adding math and physics minors.His early career zigzagged from selling pumps and boilers to multiple engineering roles that were heavily impacted by the recession. Through perseverance and networking, he eventually landed a turning point...
2025-11-2425 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #047 | From Curious Tinkerer to Enterprise Tech Leader through Applied Scientific Thinking with Sears MerrittIn this episode, I speak with Sears Merritt, Head of Enterprise Technology and Experience at MassMutual, where he is responsible for the company's technology, cybersecurity, data, and artificial intelligence strategy and vision. Sears started as a curious kid who loved building radios, Lego creations, and computers, which led him to study electrical engineering. His early career moved from telecom networks to healthcare IT, then into data science and AI. Along the way, he continued his education, earning a master's degree in telecommunications and a PhD in computer science from the University of Colorado at Boulder, and an MBA from...
2025-11-1828 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #046 | From Local Plant to Worldwide Impact through Taking Initiative and Leveraging Transferable Skills with Greivin ChavarriaIn this episode, I speak with Greivin Chavarria, Global Quality Strategy and Innovation Director at Medtronic. Greivin grew up in Costa Rica, where he discovered chemical engineering by asking questions at a sugar mill. He launched his career in process optimization through a rotational program at CEMEX where he built global experience and led major manufacturing operations. After completing an executive MBA at MIT, he transitioned into the medical device industry. In our leadership segment, Greivin discussed how, mere weeks into a new role, he inherited a 60 % capacity ramp project for a multi-shift production line...
2025-11-1141 min
The Transfer Files: Inside the World of Federal InnovationHow the Catalyst Coaching Program Helps Researchers Turn Innovations into ImpactResearchers are advancing extraordinary science inside our federal labs, but translating that expertise into language the private sector can immediately understand is its own skillset. Oak Ridge National Laboratory decided to tackle that challenge head on. The result is the Catalyst Coaching Program, a high-impact initiative that helps early and mid-career researchers sharpen their message, clarify the value of their work, and engage industry partners with greater confidence and purpose.In this episode, we take a look inside Catalyst with the people who built it. Jennifer Caldwell, Director of Technology Transfer at ORNL, shares why the lab...
2025-11-1156 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #045 | From Early Curiosity to Strategic Influence through Consistent Character and a Listen-First Mindset with Mel KirkIn this episode, I speak with Mel Kirk, an award-winning business leader who is renowned for re-engineering or transforming business operations at some of America's most admired corporations. Mel discovered engineering through a summer STEM enrichment program and chose industrial engineering for its blend of people, process, and performance. Early co-ops and a cohort-based engineering program at the University of Tennessee shaped his Listen First leadership and opened doors to Merck GE, Rider, and other top firms where he led large scale transformation across multiple industries. In our leadership segment, Mel shares how again and ag...
2025-11-0548 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #044 | From First Generation Student to National Lab Leader through Choosing Harder Challenges with Dr. Claus DanielIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Claus Daniel, Associate Director for Advanced Energy Technologies at Argonne National Laboratory.Born into a family of carpenters in Germany, Claus was the first in his family to finish high school and attend college. Encouraged by an observant elementary teacher, he pursued material science after discovering a passion for physics and chemistry and a childhood encounter with an astronaut who was also a material scientist. He later moved to the United States to improve his English and earned a Wigner Fellowship at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he helped build...
2025-10-2733 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #043 | From Paper Mill Problem Solver to Enterprise Change Leader through Triangulating for the Truth with Barbie BigelowIn this episode, I speak with Barbie Bigelow, CEO of Emerald Growth Partners and an independent board director, strategist, and digital expert. Barbie is a first-generation college student who pivoted from pre-med to chemical engineering, then discovered a love for computing during an internship at a paper mill. During her internship, she saved the company millions of dollars and was offered a full-time position, but decided to pursue graduate school instead.After graduate school, Barbie started at IBM and kept saying yes to stretch roles that led to system architect, integrator, business leader, and CIO and CTO...
2025-10-2235 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #042 | From Lab Fellow to Tech Advocate through Stakeholder Alignment with Dr. Zach SimsIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Zach Sims with Small Business Consulting Corporation. He is a Technical Director of Laboratory Capability Integration and Transition with Air Force Global Strike Command. Zach followed an early inspiration from his engineer father, studied physics, then pivoted to applied materials and energy engineering. He worked at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, completed a PhD through the University of Tennessee's Bredesen Center, became a Lawrence Fellow at Lawrence Livermore National Lab, and moved into joint faculty at the University of Tennessee. He now serves as a technology and stakeholder advocate linking Air Force needs...
2025-10-1337 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #041 | From Project Plans to People Strategy through Cross-Functional Trust with Chris WhaleyIn this episode, I speak with Chris Whaley, founder and principal consultant of Escape to Expand, where he brings together people from diverse backgrounds and disciplines to unlock their full potential. Chris fell in love with engineering after seeing Star Wars. He started his engineering journey in aerospace at UT Knoxville, pivoted to industrial engineering, and developed leadership through a decade in the volunteer fire service. He moved into project management at Phillips, earned a PMP and Six Sigma Black Belt, led large reorganizations, and advanced to VP of HR with a global assignment in Amsterdam before...
2025-10-0643 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #040 | From Accidental Tourist to Trusted Operator through Humility and Hands-on Learning with Dr. Srijib MukherjeeIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Srijib Mukherjee, senior scientist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and professor at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Srijib entered engineering as an accidental tourist, switching from physics to electrical engineering in India before earning a master's and PhD in the United States. He built a career across utility operations, trading, consulting, and teaching and now works in research with a joint appointment mentoring graduate students. His through line is curiosity, humility, and seeking broader impact across engineering, business, and academia. In our leadership segment, Srijib discussed how early in grid o...
2025-09-2934 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #039 | From Local Engineer to Cross-Cultural Builder through Proximity and Empathy with Paulo NovaesIn this episode, I speak with Paulo Novaes, Chief Technology Officer at Aperam. Paulo grew up around engineering through his father, loved math and lab work, and ultimately chose metallurgy and materials engineering. He faced rejections to elite academies, persisted, and launched a career in specialty steel, moving from shop-floor engineer to multi-site leader.In our leadership segment, Paulo discusses his approach to leading cross-border teams. He rejected fast top-down rollouts in favor of collaborative, on-site, people-first approaches. He built buy-in by traveling to each site, listening deeply, and co-creating roadmaps with local teams.
2025-09-2234 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #038 | From Paratrooper to Engine Innovator through Physics-first Thinking and Clear Communication with Dr. Terrence AlgerIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Terry Alger, Vice President for Applied Research and Development at UL Solutions. Terry discovered mechanical engineering at West Point, found his passion in combustion and engines during graduate work at the University of Texas, and built a career spanning hands-on lab work, automotive research, and organizational leadership. Terry views leadership as a force multiplier, allowing engineers to stay connected to complex problems that fascinate them but can't fully take on themselves due to bandwidth, while also providing an opportunity to mentor and grow others. In our leadership segment, Terry gave u...
2025-09-1548 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #037 |From Downsized Teams to Global Impact through Relationship-Building Leadership with Dr. Gary NullIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Gary Null, Assistant Department Head for Undergraduate Affairs in the Industrial Systems and Engineering Department at the University of Tennessee.Gary’s 30-year career spanned three “dreams”: serving as a Navy officer and later Army civilian manager, working for his dream company, General Motors, and ultimately becoming a professor at the University of Tennessee. His path was sparked early by growing up near Detroit’s auto industry and inspired by Top Gun’s portrayal of Navy service, which led him to the Naval Academy. His journey was not strictly planned but evolve...
2025-09-0827 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #036 | Replay-Navigating Challenging Conversations with Dr. Joy HarrisHi everyone, Angelique here. Today I'm taking a break from new production to celebrate Labor Day. As a replay, I'm bringing back episode two with Joy Harris. We talked about a challenging leadership situation where she had to rely on emotional self-awareness and self-regulation to maintain a strong relationship with an important stakeholder. These topics are on my mind because I just covered them with my students in my engineering leadership course. I love being able to use this podcast in the classroom to show how real leaders apply...
2025-09-0135 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #035 | From Electrical Engineering to City Leadership through Purpose-Driven Service with Paul YoungIn this episode I speak with Paul Young. Mayor of The City of Memphis, Tennessee. Mayor Young was inspired to pursue engineering after watching A Different World, a late-1980s/early-1990s television sitcom set at the fictional Hillman College that explored college life, social issues, and Black culture, and became especially influential for inspiring young viewers to pursue higher education and professional careers. He earned his degree in electrical engineering at the University of Tennessee, but soon realized he was drawn more to community development. A pivotal sermon from his mother...
2025-08-2528 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #034 | From Consulting Ranks to Innovation Leader through Holistic Problem-Solving with Christopher RobertsIn this episode, I speak with Chris Roberts, a fractional Chief Digital Officer and Founder of Intevate Labs, where he helps companies translate strategy into working systems using AI-enabled automation, commerce, and data platforms. Chris discovered his engineering aptitude early, receiving encouragement from teachers for his math and science skills. After earning a mechanical engineering degree from MIT, he pursued management consulting, blending engineering problem-solving with process and systems improvement, for major manufacturing and technology clients. His career evolved into innovation strategy, leading him to found Intevate Labs. In our leadership discussion, Chris talks about ho...
2025-08-1829 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #033 | From Tractor Tours to Tech Finance through Cross-Industry Adaptation with Eduardo ArreagaIn this episode, I speak with Eduardo Arreaga, Chief Financial Officer at Neurovitals Inc., which delivers personalized AI-driven mental health care by combining metabolic science, neuroscience, and real-time lab insights. Eduardo was inspired to pursue mechanical engineering by his father's 30-year career at John Deere and the manufacturing-rich environment of Monterrey, Mexico. After starting in design, quality, and production at Carrier Corporation, he leveraged a company-sponsored master's in finance to move into financial planning and analysis for manufacturing. This led to a 12-year career at MSCI and financial services before transitioning to the startup world. In...
2025-08-1141 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #32 | From Outsider to Trusted Leader through Listening and Learning with Randy GibsonIn this episode, I speak with Randy Gibson, senior advisor to the executive team of Gresham Smith, a multidisciplinary architecture, engineering, and design firm that delivers strategic people-focused solutions across the healthcare, aviation, transportation, water resources, and corporate markets. Randy began his career with a passion for buildings, originally considering architecture before pivoting to structural engineering. His professional path took him from small consulting firms to nuclear power then into a 27-year tenure with an AE firm where he rose from engineer to COO. He later served in C-suite roles focused on strategy and growth. ...
2025-08-0428 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #031 | From Engineering Problems to Human-Centered Leadership through Systems Thinking with Dr. Dennis BurianekIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Dennis Burianek, Director of Business Transformation at MIT Lincoln Laboratory.Dennis grew up in Seattle, fascinated by planes, spacecraft, and his older brother’s career in aerospace engineering. That early interest led him to study at MIT, where he earned his BS, MS, and PhD in aerospace engineering before joining MIT Lincoln Laboratory, where he has spent his entire career solving complex national security challenges. His career evolved from hands-on technical roles to cross-functional program management and senior leadership.In our leadership segment, Dennis shared a high-stakes scenario le...
2025-07-2834 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #030 | From Entry-Level Engineer to Executive Leader Through Trust and Tenacity with Phil ByerlyIn this episode, I speak with Phil Byerly, a former supply chain executive turned business consultant. Phil stumbled into engineering thanks to a late suggestion from his mother and his strength in math and hands-on work. He ultimately chose industrial engineering, drawn by its blend of people, systems, and business. After graduation, rather than taking a flashier aerospace job option, he chose a manufacturing role with VF Corporation, valuing the people and growth opportunities there. His 34+ year career at VF (one of the world's largest apparel and footwear companies with brands such as The North Face, Vans...
2025-07-2144 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #029 | From Co-op Student to Technical Manager through Relentless Curiosity with Chris RitterIn this episode, I speak with Chris Ritter, Technical Manager for Century Aluminum's Mt. Holly Smelter. Chris's early fascination with how things work, along with a strong interest in math and science during high school, sparked his decision to pursue chemical engineering. His engineering path began with a co-op experience while at Clemson University, leading to a long-standing career at Mt. Holly. He started in process control and steadily grew into a leadership role, ultimately becoming the plant’s technical manager.In our leadership segment, Chris discusses how he navigates a complex role that involves ma...
2025-07-1434 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #028 | From Engineering Equations to Community Impact through Head, Heart, and Hands with Eric HiggsIn this episode, I speak with Eric Higgs, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee.Eric began his career in engineering thanks to a high school band teacher who nominated him for a youth employment program. That opportunity paired him with a city engineer, igniting his interest in the field. After studying chemical engineering, he joined Procter & Gamble and moved through roles in manufacturing and brand management before eventually becoming a general manager at Kimberly-Clark and Bridgestone, and later transitioning to lead the Boys and Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee.
2025-07-0739 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #027 | From Generalist to Strategic Asset through Adaptability and Ownership with Ben RoehrsIn this episode, I speak with Ben Roehrs, an integrated circuit design engineer for the Molecular Imaging division of Siemens Healthineers.Ben was inspired to pursue electrical engineering by his uncle, an engineer at Boeing. His academic path included co-op experience at BMW, a self-initiated international internship in Germany, and a master’s degree that led to a technical role at Siemens Molecular Imaging.In our leadership segment, Ben talks about how he found himself in a complex international collaboration where his team risked losing credibility. Without formal authority, he stepped up to fill a le...
2025-07-0149 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #026 | From Power Lines to People Leadership through Emotional Intelligence with Bob ColwickIn this episode, I speak with Bob Colwick an electrical engineer with the Tennessee Valley Authority. Bob's fascination with puzzles and unseen forces led him to study electrical engineering. Inspired by a mentor during undergrad, he added an MBA to his technical toolkit, enabling him to lead effectively across utility operations, first in power distribution, and now in generation at TVA. Bob discusses how, when faced with a delayed project, his emotional self-regulation and trust-based relationship with his team member helped him uncover a personal issue affecting performance. Rather than solve the problem...
2025-06-2335 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #025 | From Plant Floors to Boardrooms through Business Acumen and Lifelong Learning with Mike StoneIn this episode, I speak with Mike Stone, a retired chemical engineer whose career responsibilities progressed from production engineer to vice president with many stops along the way. Mike began his engineering path inspired by older cousins working in chemical engineering and driven by a desire to escape farm work. He earned his engineering degree from UT and built a diverse career spanning multiple chemical industries, eventually moving into business management and strategic planning.Mike talks about how he was thrown into leadership early without formal training and how he initially struggled with managing people...
2025-06-1632 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #024 | From Magic Tricks to Manufacturing Powerhouse through the Four Cs of Leadership with Jeff BohananIn this episode, I speak with Jeff Bohanan, founder and president of Protomet, a vertically integrated engineering and manufacturing company that specializes in precision metal components and systems for the marine industry and other demanding markets.Jeff's fascination with science began with childhood magic shows, which fostered both his technical curiosity and public speaking skills. He studied mechanical engineering at the University of Tennessee and began his career at Y-12 during the Cold War before launching Protomet.In our leadership segment, Jeff talks about how he led his company through two major crises: the COVID-19...
2025-06-0937 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #023 | From Paper Routes to Cloud Transformation through Grit and Growth with Giacomo MascillaroIn this episode, I speak with Giacomo Mascillaro, Vice President at Konversant, a technology-based Professional Services Firm, where he advises organizations on leveraging AI to modernize operations, strengthen cybersecurity, and fuel business growth. Giacomo's path started with a mechanical engineering degree but evolved into IT consulting, cloud strategy, and cybersecurity leadership. He built his career on curiosity, adaptability, and a lifelong commitment to learning.In our leadership segment, Giacomo talks about how, six weeks into a new role, he was thrust into crisis leadership when a cybersecurity breach hit just before Christmas. Despite illness and...
2025-06-0230 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #022 | From Following the Rules to Redefining Them through Principled Leadership with Sharon GohIn this episode, I speak with Sharon Goh, Senior Director, Supply Chain Execution at Spinnaker SCA, a consultancy that builds agile supply chains to meet the demands of a complex, ever-changing world.Sharon's path to engineering was guided by curiosity and serendipity—from wanting to be a journalist to choosing mechanical engineering to avoid programming. She built a successful career in supply chain, robotics, and product management, taking bold pivots, including working in South Korea and leading robotics teams at Amazon.In our leadership segment, Sharon talks about how she effectively challenges organizational norms. Faced wi...
2025-05-2629 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #021 | From Co-op Student to Startup Champion through Relationship-Driven Leadership with Dan MillerIn this episode, I speak with Dan Miller, Director for Innovation Crossroads, a US Department of Energy Lab-Embedded Entrepreneurship Program (LEEP) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Dan grew up in a family of engineers and followed in his parents' footsteps, attending Kettering University. After starting his career in mechanical design, he pivoted into tech transfer through a dual MS MBA program at the University of Tennessee, eventually leading him to Oak Ridge National Lab.In our leadership segment, Dan shared a compelling case of negotiating with multiple stakeholders to bring an entrepreneur into the Innovation...
2025-05-1938 min
Engineering Management InstituteRemarkable Presentation Skills for Engineers That Will Influence Decision Makers – Ep 348In this episode, I talk to Angelique Adams, Ph.D., MBA, Leadership Coach, and CEO of Angelique Adams Media Solutions, about how technical professionals can enhance their careers by strengthening their presentation skills for engineers. We explore strategies to gain buy-in for ideas, communicate complex concepts clearly, and transform technical presentations using seven powerful core elements. […]
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2025-05-1500 min
The AEC Leadership PodcastRemarkable Presentation Skills for Engineers That Will Influence Decision Makers – Ep 348In this episode, I talk to Angelique Adams, Ph.D., MBA, Leadership Coach, and CEO of Angelique Adams Media Solutions, about how technical professionals can enhance their careers by strengthening their presentation skills for engineers. We explore strategies to gain buy-in for ideas, communicate complex concepts clearly, and transform technical presentations using seven powerful core elements. […]
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2025-05-1543 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL # 020 | From Solo Climber to Thoughtful Leader through Unexpected Mentors with Anthony AndrewsIn this episode, I speak with Anthony Andrews, senior manager at CMTS, a professional services firm specializing in project, program, and construction management. Anthony Andrews began his path to engineering thanks to high school counselors who saw his math and science aptitude. He chose industrial engineering for its creative focus on systems and processes, and attended the University of Tennessee through a diversity-driven program. After early roles in manufacturing, layoffs prompted a reinvention that led him into project and program management in the construction and consulting sectors.Anthony's leadership style evolved over time—from being th...
2025-05-1226 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #019 | From Sandbox Curiosity to Strategic Leadership through Consistent Engagement with Kris MeyerIn this episode, I speak with Kris Meyer, Assistant Branch Manager at Barnhart Crane and Rigging, focusing on market development for Nuclear Small Modular Reactors.Kris’s passion for how things work began in childhood—from sandbox tunnels to rebuilding cars. After earning a civil engineering degree from the University of Tennessee, he began his career at a small firm where he developed a broad skillset. He later transitioned to Barnhart Crane and Rigging, eventually moving from business development into a management role focused on technical and people leadership.Kris’s toughest leadership growth came when s...
2025-05-0530 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #018 | From Reluctant Engineer to Empowered Entrepreneur through Communication Mastery with Neil ThompsonIn this episode, I speak with Neil Thompson, founder of Teach the Geek, online public speaking resources, geared towards those in the technical fields. Neil Thompson entered engineering because his father told him to pursue it, not out of personal passion. After earning a bachelor’s and master’s degree in engineering and briefly starting a Ph.D., he pivoted into medical device development and eventually launched his business, Teach the Geek, to help technical professionals improve their public speaking skills.In our leadership segment, Neil talks about how he was thrown into a project lead...
2025-04-2834 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #017 | From Shop Class to STEM Changemaker through a Season of Yes with Dr. Whitney GaskinsIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Whitney Gaskins. The Associate Dean of Professional Development and Community Impact at the University of Cincinnati College of Engineering and Applied Science.Whitney grew up in rural Ohio, influenced by her parents—teachers of art and physics—who nurtured both her creativity and analytical thinking. Initially aiming for medicine, a shop class and a Time magazine article introduced her to biomedical engineering, which she pursued through a bachelor's, master's in quantitative analysis, and a PhD. Along the way, her curiosity led her to study stress in engineering students and eventually laun...
2025-04-2129 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #016 | From Quiet Observer to Respected Voice Through Servant Leadership with Dr. Robert WagnerIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Robert Wagner, the associate laboratory director for the Energy Science and Technology Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. In this role, he leads more than 550 researchers and operations staff focused on developing advanced technology solutions in manufacturing, buildings, transportation, and electrical grid infrastructure.Robert’s path into engineering was shaped by a love for math and physics and inspired by his older brothers who also studied engineering, . After a transformative internship at Oak Ridge National Lab, he pursued graduate school and eventually rose from postdoc to Associate Lab Director, guided by...
2025-04-1430 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #015 | From Engineering Intern to Entrepreneur Transforming Nuclear Safety with Dr. Danielle CastleyIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Danielle Castley, founder of Becq, a radiation shielding and materials engineering company, and the president of Container Technologies Industries, a steel fabricator specializing in radioactive waste containers. Danielle’s path to engineering was influenced by a love for puzzles and math and strong encouragement from her parents. After completing her bachelor's and master’s at Drexel University—where she gained industry experience through co-ops in defense and robotics—she shifted into nuclear engineering. Unfulfilled by defense work, she pursued her passion for clean energy, eventually landing at Holtec International before returning...
2025-04-0746 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #014 | From Metallurgist to Manufacturing Trailblazer with Sarah JordanIn this episode, I speak with Sarah Jordan, co-founder and CEO of Skuld, a company focused on the new additive manufacturing evaporative casting and other manufacturing innovations. Sarah’s path into engineering was inspired by her father, an engineer, which led her to pursue ceramics engineering before switching to metallurgy. Her career spans industrial manufacturing, quality systems, and entrepreneurship, with continuing education including an MBA and a return to her PhD program while running her startup, Skuld.In our leadership segment, Sarah shared her experience of introducing a new technology to a well-established industry. She empha...
2025-03-3132 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL # 013 | From Problem Solver to People Developer with J. R. SimmonsIn this episode, I speak with J.R. Simmons, a flight director and civilian with the United States Air Force. J.R.’s path to engineering was unconventional—starting as a janitor before pursuing computer science based on his father’s research. He bounced between roles in private defense contracting and eventually moved into a stable government position, where he advanced from hands-on computer science roles into leadership, discovering a love for working with people along the way.In our leadership segment, J.R. discusses how, as a newly appointed flight director over a struggling team, h...
2025-03-2538 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #012 | From Struggling Employees to Thriving Teams with Shuchi "SK" KhuranaIn this episode, I speak with Shuchi, “SK” Khurana, CEO and President of Addiguru, which focuses on real-time monitoring solutions for additive manufacturing.SK’s journey into engineering was inspired by his father, an engineer, and his passion for math and physics. Growing up in India, he pursued material science at a top engineering school before moving to the U.S. for graduate studies at Ohio State University. After gaining industry experience in research and product management, SK transitioned into entrepreneurship, founding multiple startups, including his current venture, Adiguru.In our leadership segment, SK shared insight...
2025-03-1729 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #011 | From Researcher to CEO Through Mentorship, Innovation, and Leadership with Dr. Philip StuckeyIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Philip Stucky, CEO of FC Renew, which is focused on research, development, and commercialization of extended-life hydrogen fuel cells and recovery of precious metals and critical materials for hydrogen fuel cells and electrolyzers.Philip shares his journey from a curious student to a leader in hydrogen fuel cell innovation. His passion for renewable energy was sparked during a study abroad trip to Iceland, leading him to pursue advanced degrees and a role at the U.S. Patent Office, where he honed his analytical skills. In the leadership segment, Ph...
2025-03-1040 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #010 | The 5D Method: How to Create Meetings that Matter and Conversations that Count.Be honest: When you see a staff meeting on your calendar, do you get excited, or do you brace yourself for another round of mind-numbing status updates? Don't worry, I already know the answer.Too many staff meetings feel like time drains instead of leadership tools. But what if your meetings actually inspired your team, sharpened decision-making, and even helped develop future leaders? That's where the 5D method comes in, a simple but powerful way to turn your staff meetings into conversations that people actually want to be a part of.
2025-03-0319 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #009 | Leadership in High-Stakes Engineering Projects with Alan GrissomIn this episode, I speak with Alan Grissom, Civil Divison Leader at Cannon & Cannon.Alan shares his journey into engineering, discussing howhe chose civil engineering for its people-oriented nature. Alan reflects on his career growth, the importance of education, and the skills necessary for effective communication and leadership in engineering.In our leadership segment, Alan highlights his experience leading large projects and how they differ from smaller ones. He emphasizes teamwork and project management. He also discusses how even though he enjoyed the pressure of working on such a high-profile project, not everyone on the...
2025-02-2431 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #008 | Achieving Big Goals Through Small Consistent Actions with Amy KurrIn this episode, I speak with Amy Kurr, a PhD candidate in Energy Science Engineering at the University of Tennessee, co-founder of CWRU Lift, a community for competitive weight lifters at Case Western Reserve University, and founder of Grad Society of Women Engineers at the University of Tennessee. Amy discusses her engineering journey and how, through initiative and persistence, she has been able to create her dream graduate experience. In the leadership segment, Amy talks about how an unexpected medical issue inspired her to create a weightlifting community to help her get back into a...
2025-02-2129 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #007 | 4 Techniques to Master Everyday Conversations for Engineering SuccessIf you think that strong communication skills as an engineering leader means being good at speaking in front of an audience and being good at conveying complex technical concepts to non-technical people, you'd be right.And if you stop there, you're missing the bigger picture. Often the most critical communication happens in hallway conversations, team and client discussions, and one-on-one meetings. In this edition of the Mastering Engineering Leadership Tools and Tips series, I'm going to teach you how to navigate the nuances of conversations, like when to share facts versus opinions, how to...
2025-02-1014 min
Teach the Geek: Public Speaking and Communication Skills for Technical ProfessionalsEP. 345 - Dr. Angelique Adams: Helping Clients Level Up their Leadership SkillsDr. Angelique Adams: Helping Clients Level Up their Leadership Skills
Today my guest is Dr. Angelique Adams. She is an engineer and former corporate executive who moved into academia. She’s also author of You’re More than a Diversity Hire: Women in STEM: The 5 Keys to Unlocking your Potential. She also runs Angelique Adams Media Solutions, helping clients level up their leadership skills. Let’s learn more about her shift to academia, the motivation for forming her consultancy, and the role in which public speaking has shaped her career.
To g...
2025-02-0527 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #006 | Engineering with Heart with Nikki MaginnIn this episode, I speak with Nikki Maginn, Director of Program Management at DEMATIC and founder of Inside Out Engineering.
Nikki shares her journey into engineering, highlighting her passion for physics and the influence of her family background. She had a pilot's license before she had a driver's license, and her grandmother was an actual Rosie the Riveter. She discusses the challenges she faced in securing a job in nuclear engineering post-Fukushima and how she navigated her career through project management and leadership roles.
Nikki emphasizes the importance emotional intelligence has had on her success...
2025-02-0430 min
Comic Book ClubThe Stack: Star Wars, Superman, And MoreOn the Stack podcast for the week of January 29, 2025, we've got new comic book reviews for Star Wars: A New Legacy #1, Superman: Lex Luthor Special #1, and so many more!SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, ANDROID, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Full List of Comic Reviews for January 29, 2025:Star Wars: A New Legacy #1 MarvelWritten by Charles Soule, Jason Aaron, Kieron GillenArt by Ramon Rosanas, Leonard Kirk, Salva Espín...
2025-01-291h 28
The StackThe Stack: Star Wars, Superman, And MoreOn the Stack podcast for the week of January 29, 2025, we've got new comic book reviews for Star Wars: A New Legacy #1, Superman: Lex Luthor Special #1, and so many more!SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, ANDROID, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Full List of Comic Reviews for January 29, 2025:Star Wars: A New Legacy #1 MarvelWritten by Charles Soule, Jason Aaron, Kieron GillenArt by Ramon Rosanas, Leonard Kirk, Salva Espín...
2025-01-291h 28
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #005 | The Impact of Mentorship On Engineering Careers with Dr. Jim SzybistIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Jim Szybist. Jim is the head of the Propulsion Science Section at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, which is focused on developing decarbonized solutions for all parts of the transportation sector.
In our conversation, Jim shares his journey into engineering, from taking apart broken appliances in his mom's kitchen to pursuing graduate studies and his career development at Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
In our leadership segment, Dr. Szybist discusses the significance of influencing organizational change.
Finally, Dr. Szybist offers valuable advice for aspiring leaders, stressing the importance of...
2025-01-2836 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #004 | The Revolutionary Power of Self-Care with Alyssa HayesIn this episode, I speak with Alyssa Hayes, Ph.D candidate in nuclear engineering at the University of Tennessee and chair of the board of Computational Research Access NEtwork, also known as CRANE.
In this conversation, Alyssa Hayes shares her journey into engineering, discussing her motivations, challenges, and the support she received along the way. She emphasizes the impact of positive teaching experiences on helping her overcome her initial reluctance to study engineering.
In the leadership segment, Hayes discusses her role as Chair of the board of CRANE program, which aims to provide a welcoming en...
2025-01-2039 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #003 | Building Relationships for Career Success with Buddy HeinsIn this episode, I speak with Buddy Heins, Vice President at Merit Construction. Merit Construction is a general contractor and construction manager headquartered in Knoxville, TN, and primarily focused on commercial, institutional, and industrial construction.
Buddy shares his journey from pre-med to civil engineering and how his struggles with the rigors of the engineering curriculum taught him a valuable lesson about how being willing to ask for help and to help others in return is a powerful way to build lasting relationships.
In our leadership segment, Mr. Heins discusses how community involvement opens doors to ne...
2025-01-1335 min
A Geek Leader Podcast - inspiring technical and creative leaders around the worldAGL 399: Dr. Angelique AdamsAbout Angelique
Angelique is an engineer and former corporate executive with 25 years of experience in the metals and mining sector. After managing multimillion-dollar innovation portfolios and leading teams of scientists and engineers worldwide, she discovered that her true passion lies in developing people rather than products.
In 2021, Angelique authored an Amazon best-selling career guide for women in STEM, which served as a springboard to transition into academia and entrepreneurship.
Today, Angelique runs her own leadership training and coaching company, is the Founding Director of the Leadership in Engineering and Entrepreneurship Program and serves...
2025-01-1035 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #002 | Navigating Challenging Conversations with Dr. Joy HarrisIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Joy Harris, Executive Officer of Entrepreneurship and Director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Institute at the Robinson College of Business at Georgia State University.
Dr. Harris's journey into engineering started early. As a child, she was identified as being gifted at higher math and attended a boarding school for teens talented in math and science. That led her to a dual enrollment program at Spelman for math and Georgia Tech for electrical engineering. From there, she had many exciting experiences working in the field, including stints at NASA and Oak R...
2025-01-0637 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipMEL #001 | Success Through Seizing Opportunities with Dr. Matthew MenchIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Matthew Mench, Dean of the Tickle College of Engineering at the University of Tennessee.
Dr. Mench shares how he went from building with Legos (and blowing them up with fireworks) to becoming the Dean through seizing opportunities that came his way and working hard to earn his way to the next opportunity.
In our leadership segment, Matthew discusses the challenges he faced while advocating for establishing an independent biomedical engineering department.
He talks about how his perspectives on the initiative changed as he ascended leadership levels fro...
2025-01-0142 min
Mastering Engineering LeadershipWelcome to the Mastering Engineering Leadership Podcast!Are you an engineer looking to go beyond your technical expertise to become an impactful leader?
Join Dr. Angelique Adams each week as she features engineers in leadership roles.
They discuss their career journeys, dissect real-life leadership challenges they've tackled, and share actionable advice on how to achieve success as a leader with an engineering background.
Whether you’re a new engineer aspiring to a leadership role or a seasoned leader looking to grow, join us for inspiring stories, actionable insights, and the tools to...
2024-12-1801 min
Mission First People Always's podcast69. Transforming Technical Experts into High-Impact Leaders with Dr. Angelique AdamsHow can technical experts harness their unique strengths to become impactful leaders? Join Dr. Mike Patterson and Dr. Angelique Adams as they explore the transition from technical mastery to effective leadership and discuss actionable tools for success. In this episode, Dr. Mike Patterson welcomes Dr. Angelique Adams, an accomplished engineer-turned-leadership coach, to discuss the journey of transforming technical experts into high-impact leaders. Drawing on 25+ years of experience, Dr. Adams shares her personal story of transitioning from a lab technician to a corporate executive overseeing global teams. Dr. Adams addresses the myth that technical professionals aren’t...
2024-12-1738 min
Living in the Sweet Spot with Angelique FrancisSeason 5 E: 1 | Forever with us, a tribute to our dear friend , Gospel Music Legend : Jackie Gouche FarrisJackie Gouche Farris (1963-2024) Mother, Minister, Musician, Singer, Songwriter, Author, Sister and Friend. Jackie graced this world with love, laughter and charisma, while sharing her spirit of excellence and musical gifts freely and without measure! She traveled to six of the seven continents, sang in studios and on stages behind some of the most notable names in the music industry including Elton John, Michael Jackson, Tina Turner, Diana Ross, Chaka Kahn, Quincy Jones, Patti LaBelle, Jill Scott, Yolanda Adams, and a host of others. Authored several books including :
“How Would I Know”,
“Harmony: Cultivating Inner Peace”, and...
2024-10-0942 min
LightningBolt Theater of the MindDARK SHADOWS – ALOFT IN TIMEDARK SHADOWS – ALOFT IN TIME
Written and produced by: Joshua J. Price
Rated: PG
Rachel Pulliam: Angelique Bouchard Collins
Sharon Lentz: Sarah Collins
Judah Zachery: Russell Gold
Julian Bane: Reverend Trask/Tony Peterson
Joshua Price: Jeremiah Collins
Deborah Adams: Phillis Wick
Maureen boutilier: Carolyn/Leticia/Millicent
Joe Stofko: Barnabas Collins
Jonithan Patrick Russell: Professor Stokes
Serena Kyle: Julia Hoffman
This Fanfiction audio drama bridges the gap between where the “Dark Shadows” television series ended...
2024-04-1252 min
Sales MavenCreating Boundaries That Save You Time - Sales Success StoryAs a thoughtful entrepreneur, you strive to provide the best service to your clients and community. You might notice that offering such high value can get out of hand if you don't set intentional expectations. How are you communicating expectations that protect your business and well-being? Your very own Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch, is here to offer tips, techniques, and strategies to master your sales conversations. Discover methods to place yourself in the position to thrive in business and produce true value for your audience. Today, learn creating boundaries that save you time during this Sales Success...
2024-03-1824 min
The Inventivity PodSecrets of Successful Women Inventors: A Conversation“These women had never invented before and they did what women have a tendency, you know, to do what we have to do.” – Edith Tolchin
To celebrate the release of the new book Secrets of Successful Women Inventors by Edith G. Tolchin, from Square One Publishers, the Inventivity Pod has welcomed Edith G. Tolchin, Kenya Adams, and Angelique N. Warner to the show!
Listen as the author and two inventor contributors discuss with host, Richard Miles, their inspiration and journeys. Obstacles like patents, funding and support. And learn what to do when what you want doesn’t...
2023-10-2400 min
TAXI TV5X Grammy Winner Shares Traits He Sees In Musicians Who Succeed! [with Rob Chiarelli][082123]Rob Chiarelli has repeatedly been one of the most popular guests on TAXI TV, and we're thrilled to have him join us for the first time in several years. Thanks COVID ;-)
Rob is a record producer, mix engineer, musician, published author, and 5x Grammy Award winner. Widely recognized as a music producer for Will Smith and Men in Black II, Chiarelli's work appears on numerous Gold and Platinum albums and motion picture soundtracks, including 16 GRAMMY winners.
As a mix engineer and record producer, Rob has also worked with other well-known artists and shows such as: Kirk Franklin, Christina Aguilera, An...
2023-08-221h 47
Big Ideas WelcomeProducer's Pick: Dr. Angelique AdamsThis week we look back at one of our producer's favorite episodes, a conversation between Jalynn Baker and Dr. Angelique Adams.This 100Knoxville episode features a conversation with 100Knoxville mentor Dr. Angelique Adams. Angelique is a coach, author, entrepreneur, and mother whose experiences in her career have led her to help others.Be sure to stay tuned after Jalynn's discussion with Angelique to hear a clip from #MadeforKnoxville LIVE! where Angelique shares her big pivot moment. In this episode, Jalynn and Angelique discuss:-how Angelique has...
2023-05-1632 min
Living in the Sweet Spot with Angelique FrancisSeason 1 : E2 The Kibble Family | Rising StarMark Kibble and Sherrie Kibble Adams will be sharing their journey through loving uncoupling and supporting their daughter singer/songwriter Chloe Kibble. As a member of Take 6, Mark is a 10x Grammy wining musical producer/ vocalist while Sherrie is a gifted singer and successful business professional but all their accomplishments, they are most proud to parent the talented Chloe (26) and Ryan Kibble (24). Guided by her talented parents, Chloe eludes the confines of any one style, genre, or geographical border, embracing her love for the macrocosm of Black music, the underground jazz scene and transcontinental neo-soul collective. Chloe centers her Bla...
2023-03-2439 min
Preschool All Stars3 Tips to Make Your First Day of Preschool a Success - with Angelique AdamsIf you want to make your first day of preschool a success, listen to today's Preschool All Stars story: Angelique Adams started her preschool after facing many roadblocks. With the support of Joy and Preschool All Stars, not only was she able to finally open her preschool, but she also had the best first day. Listen in to discover Angelique's top 3 tips to ensure you have a successful first day of preschool, too!Please rate and review us at Apple Podcasts. (We hope we’ve earned your 5 stars!)GET MY FREE RESOURCES FOR YOUR PRESCHOOL JO...
2023-03-0219 min
To The Batpoles! Batman 1966Holy Casting Crossover! Actors who appeared on both BATMAN and STAR TREK TOS It's here! The Internet's most complete list of actors who appeared on both Batman and Star Trek: The Original Series! But... is it totally complete? Look it over and see if there's a relevant actor who isn't listed - then post about him or her in the comments! Some are famous actors in big roles on both, some are extras and uncredited actors, some fall somewhere in between - or had a big role in one show and a bit part in the other. See the entire list at the link below.
2023-01-0601 min
Big Ideas Welcome100Knoxville: Coaching Leaders with Angelique AdamsThis week's 100Knoxville episode features a conversation with 100Knoxville mentor Dr. Angelique Adams. Angelique is a coach, author, entrepreneur, and mother whose experiences in her career have led her to help others. Be sure to stay tuned after Jalynn's discussion with Angelique to hear a clip from #MadeforKnoxville LIVE! where Angelique shares her big pivot moment. In this episode, Jalynn and Angelique discuss: -how Angelique has built partnerships and support across various industries-balancing multidisciplinary endeavors as an entrepreneur -the key to getting help is...
2022-12-0831 min
Big Ideas Welcome#MadeforKnoxville LIVE! Round 1This week on the pod, we share a recording from a #MadeforKnoxville LIVE! On May 25th, 2022, at the River & Rail Theater in Knoxville, TN, Four local entrepreneurs shared their very different start-up journeys during “Made for Knoxville LIVE”.Host Chris McAdoo was joined by Eugenia Almeida (Founder of A New Hue), Dr. Angelique Adams (Author, Career Mentor, and Coach), Matthew Cummings (Founder of Pretentious Beer + Glass Co.), and Kand...
2022-09-061h 16
Completely Booked - Official Podcast of the Jacksonville Public LibraryLit Chat with Nikesha Elise WilliamsNikesha Elise Williams is a two-time Emmy award winning producer, an award-winning author, and producer and host of the Black & Published podcast. Her latest novel, Beyond Bourbon Street, was awarded Best Fiction by the Black Caucus of African-American Librarians in the 2021 Self-Published eBook Literary Awards. It also received the 2020 Outstanding Book Award from the National Association of Black Journalists. Nikesha's forthcoming book, Mardi Gras Indians, will be published by LSU Press on October 5. A Chicago native, Nikesha is an Editor at Narrative Initiative and a columnist with JAX Today. Her work has also appeared in The Washington Post, ESSENCE...
2022-08-151h 05
Spiritually Fierce the PodcastAngelique Adams: Meet the MotherIn this episode, I interview my first spiritual teacher, Institute mentor and my mother, Angelique Adams. I adore this conversation and I have to admit that I got to know my mum in ways I had not known before! Angelique has an incredibly personal story, in a life that has often not been easy. But her faith has been a constant and I am so honoured to have this experience with my funny, wise, gentle mama. I know you will too.
Biography
I have been a student of all things metaphysical for more than 40 years an...
2022-07-1749 min
Startup Knox PodcastRiston Bertoli and Angelique AdamsToday we continue our series of interviews in partnership with Webb School of Knoxville. Each student in the Introduction to Entrepreneurship & Design Thinking course will interview a local entrepreneur. In this episode, Riston Bertoli ‘23 interviews Dr. Angelique Adams, CEO of Angelique Adams Media Solutions and author of You’re More Than a Diversity Hire: Women in STEM.
2021-11-1031 min
Leadership UpsideUnlocking Your Full Potential - with Dr. Angelique AdamsDr. Angelique Adams is an author, course designer, keynote speaker and executive coach. In this episode Dr. Adams discusses five keys to unlock our full potential, imposter syndrome, how to realize your dream career and much more!
2021-11-1037 min
The Pit of Ultimate Dark Shadows podcastSept/Oct 2021 Spoilercast-UpdatePlenty of “Doctor Who” study updates here…Touching on Douglas Adams and the compliments I received over the years with my own creations that were similar to his. “Stones of Blood” commentary enjoyment and “The Key To Time” scenarios we’re watching currently…Discussing our loss of ability in digesting the narrative form. Very, very tragic! (If one is being rewarded to be rude, yeh, y’arent’ gonna get anything good… really.) Being relieved of anxiety through “Your Undivided Attention” podcasts and why. Working out how t...
2021-09-2852 min
Ordinarily Extraordinary - Conversations with women in STEM59. Dr. Angelique Adams - entrepreneur, scientist, engineer, PhD & MS in Fuel Science, MBA, BS in Chemical EngineeringDr. Angelique Adams is an entrepreneur, scientist, engineer, mother, and philanthropist. She recently started her own company - Angelique Adams Media Solutions, LLC and is passionate about leadership and developing her team and now clients. She holds a PhD in Fuel Science, MS in Fuel Science, BS in Chemical Engineering, and an MBA from MIT.Episode NotesDr. Angelique Adams brings multiple decades of leadership experience and knowledge to our conversation. She shares her journey from being a scientist and engineer to starting her own company helping women develop leadership skills....
2021-09-011h 15
Flipflops PodcastCreative Couples: Georgina Reilly & Mark O'BrienI jumped off the couch when I saw Mark O'Brien walk onscreen in Marriage Story starring Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver. I had interviewed Mark back in 2018 when he was fresh off the set of the Oscar-nominated Arrival, starring Amy Adams, and I've been following his career ever since.
Mark plays the unstable Jimmy Ryan in the Ben Affleck/Matt Damon produced City on a Hill starring Kevin Bacon and Aldis Hodge. Georgina also has a recurring role in the Boston-based drama, but I truly fell for her in Baker and the Beauty. She plays Piper, best friend to Noa (N...
2021-08-041h 07
First Name Basis PodcastThe Danger of GaslightingI think we can all agree that gaslighting is the wooooorst. When you share a vulnerable or tough experience with someone and they respond in a way that makes you feel like you’re being dramatic and overreacting it really hurts. In this episode I cover the many ways that people gaslight one another, where the term comes from, why people engage in gaslighting, how to respond when someone is gaslighting you, and of course what to do if you realize that you’ve gaslighted someone else. I also share a few examples of times that I have been raci...
2021-05-1840 minStartup Knox PodcastAngelique Adams with AperamWe continue our series of interviews in partnership with 100Knoxville. Today, we talk with Angelique Adams, CIO at Aperam, mentor with 100Knoxville, and author of the recently released You’re More Than A Diversity Hire: Women in STEM. We discuss what it takes to research, assemble, and market her book (and more in the pipeline!), as well as her experience in corporate America, and how it has translated to being a 100Knoxville mentor.
2021-04-2828 min
Careers Evolve with Monique C. JohnsonSmart, Talented, Trailblazers (with Angelique Adams, Ph.D) - Episode 11In this episode, Monique chats with Dr. Angelique Adams, Chief Innovation Officer at Aperam, a global player in stainless steel, electrical, and specialty markets, and the world's greenest stainless steel producer.
Angelique went from being laughed at when she told a professor that she wanted to pursue a Ph.D., to leading hundreds of scientists around the world. She has lectured and advised leaders in the industry, academia, and the nonprofit sector.
For over a decade now, she has been a sought-after career mentor and coach, especially for women and people of color. She also...
2021-04-1828 min
MIT TALKSWomen in STEM: You're More Than a Diversity HireDr. Angelique Adams is an engineer with over 25 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, strategy, and innovation most recently serving as the Chief Innovation Officer at multi-billion dollar European steelmaker, Aperam. She has a Ph.D. from Penn State and an MBA from MIT. In this episode Dr. Adams discuss her book "Women in STEM" and her personal journey.
2021-04-0728 min
The List: A Right Fiction PodcastFavorite Cover/Tribute Albums with Ed Tettemer (Musician, Ad Executive, People Connector)www.rightfiction.comCompanion Spotify Playlist - https://spoti.fi/3aZ3fn6Aaron1 - Nilsson Sings Newman (1970) - Harry Nilsson2 - The Other Side of Abbey Road (1970) - George Benson3 - Love Devotion Surrender (1973) - Carlos Santana and John McLaughlin (it’s amazing!I love this record, and haven’t heard it in 10 years.Honorable Mention - Interpreting the Masters Volume 1: A Tribute to Daryl Hall and John Oates (2010) - The Bird and the BeeEd1 - Famous Blue Raincoat (1986) - Jennifer Warnes 2 - Remain in Light (2018) - Angelique Kidjo3 - The Langley Schools Music Project...
2021-02-2758 minLightningBolt Theater of the MindDark Shadows Sonic Summerstock Playhouse 2020Dark Shadows Sonic Summerstock Playhouse 2020
Adapted for Radio by: Joshua J. Price
Sound Design: Joshua J. Price
Rated G
Lightningbolt Theater of the Mind proudly presents "Dark Shadows" a reimagining of the very first episode of the original 1966 gothic soap opera. This is an honorary tribute to our dearly departed friend and co-worker Bill Hollweg and will be first featured on the Sonic Society's Summerstock Playhouse on August 2nd, 2020. The story centers around a young woman, Victoria Winters as she journeys to a strange seas side town in Maine to work f...
2020-12-3118 min
The MUSIC=LIFE SHOWTHE MUSIC = LIFE SHOW #28 HOSTED BY DJ BIG DINERO 02/03/2020***Show 2/3/20 Playlist***
* Tears- Frankie Knuckles
* Sleepless - Joyce Muniz, Wehbba feat Angelique Bianca
* Addicted to You – Soulista
* Sweetness in Your Soul- Nathan Adams
* Candyman- Mary Jane Girls
* The Horn Song- The Don
* You'll Never find(Another Love Like Mine)- Marc Evans & DJ Pope
* What is House? - ANOTR
* Wake Up Stand Up – The Lounge Lizards
* GO- Viola Sykes
* Fly – Timmy Regisford
* Faith – Black Coffee
* Tsa Mandebele – Oskido feat Candy
* We dance again – Black Coffee
* City Rains – Mobi Dixon
* Afrikaa – Da Cabo feat Tshepo King
* The...
2020-02-051h 34
Smooth Agent RecordsSound Movement Mondays W/ Sean Smith Oct 21, 2019Back this week with a fresh show due to being under the weather the previous week. Lots of great music played this week. Hope you enjoy, I sure did.. LOL!!
Playlist:
1. Kinsman Dazz - "Saturday Night" 20th Century
2. Marvin Gaye - "A Funky Space Reincarnation" (Remix) CDR
3. Diana Ross - "Brown Baby" (Rev P Edit) GAMM
4. Jamiroquai - "When You Gonna Learn" (EDIT) CDR
5. Sister Sledge - "Thinking Of You" (Dimitri From Paris Mix) Warner
6. Jeffery Osborne - "When My Brothers In Trouble" (Yvonne Turner Mix) Arista
7. Loose Ends - "Hangin On A String" (Frankie Knuckles Mix) Virgin
8. Peter Brown...
2019-10-222h 59
Saturday LiveSimon CallowAasmah Mir and the Rev. Richard Coles are joined by the actor, writer and director Simon Callow. He discusses his stage and screen career and how he’ll be performing at the WAWA Weekender to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Wac Arts, a charity which empowers young people to change the world through the arts.
Classical musician Hannah Rankin explains how the discipline of being a professional bassoonist has helped her to become the first female world boxing champion for Scotland at super-welterweight.
Dave Goulson is Professor of Biological Science at the University of Sussex in Brighton and is a...
2019-07-271h 24
Scribbler's Corner at River of GrassYvette Angelique Hyater-Adams: Transformative Narrative - Unpacking Core TruthsYvette Angelique Hyater-Adams is a poet and essayist, teaching artist, and narrative practitioner in applied behavioral science. A passionate mixed-media artist, she uses collage and fiber arts to express stories. Her work spans a wide range of corporate and private projects, but her passion is working with young African American women to help them find their voices and develop their own transformative narrative. She stopped by Scribbler's Corner at River of Grass to talk about how writing and storytelling can change lives, communities, and even the world.Support the show
2019-06-111h 01
Gaceta FMLa Isla Mágica: Alkimia Musical y EmocionalHoy os traemos el programa que realizamos, en vivo y en directo, en La Huertecica (en Santa Ana, Cartagena) el pasado 19 de julio. Damos las gracias, una vez más, a El Camaleón de La Isla Mágica por haber ofrecido a este aprendiz de Alkimista la oportunidad de participar en las actividades programadas para este verano en el citado centro. Y también quiero agradecer a los Isleños que estuvieron presentes, por su entusiasmo, y por su paciencia (esa noche tuvisteis que cenar más tarde de lo habitual). Espero que mereciera la pena.
La Alkimia Musical y Emoc...
2018-07-281h 08
Pineapple Digital MusicMelodic Progressions 174 - Jayson Butera & Kajis 9.8.2017First Hour - Jayson Butera:
01.Be Morais - Intro (Original Mix)
02.Budakid - Confused (Original Mix)
03.Audiojack - Equilibrium (Original Mix)
04.Audiojack - Spirit (Original Mix)
05. Cristoph - The Upside Down ( Darker Dub )
06.Matt Black & Chris Sterio - Jupiter Rising (Original Mix)
07.Fort Romeau - Reasons EP C.E.M (Original Mix)
08.Chris Voro - Cerebral (Original Mix)
09.V-Cious - Constant Changes (Dizharmonia Remix)
10. Tim Robert - We're Good Together (Pacco & Ruby B Dub Mix)
Second Hour - Kajis:
01.The Doppler Effect feat. Carol Lee - Beauty Hides In The Deep (The Blizzard Intro Mix)
02.Markus Schulz feat. Angelique Bergere...
2017-09-112h 01
2017 MaxFun Bonus MaterialsDead Pilots Society - Big (MaxFunDrive 2017)Thanks for your support! As a MaxFun member, you get the opportunity to experience a second cast's interpretation of Mike ROyce and Kevin Biegel's script for a TV adaptation of the movie Big, recorded at the ATX Festival in Austin! Featuring Ben Feldman, Ana Ortiz, Mae Whitman, Colton Dunn, Angelique Cabral, Michael Ian Black, Dule Hill, Patrick J. Adams, and Mike Royce.
2017-03-1200 min
Maximum Fun Bonus Content 2018Dead Pilots Society - Big (MaxFunDrive 2017)Thanks for your support! As a MaxFun member, you get the opportunity to experience a second cast's interpretation of Mike ROyce and Kevin Biegel's script for a TV adaptation of the movie Big, recorded at the ATX Festival in Austin! Featuring Ben Feldman, Ana Ortiz, Mae Whitman, Colton Dunn, Angelique Cabral, Michael Ian Black, Dule Hill, Patrick J. Adams, and Mike Royce.
2017-03-1200 min
perVersionsperVersions #68 The Rolling StonesEn aquest nou capítol els protagonistes són els Rolling Stones. La banda de Mick Jagger i Keith Richards presenten nou àlbum d'estudi, 11 anys després de l'últim, i ho aprofitem per revisar algunes de les versions més ben aconseguides del seu llanguíssim repertori.
01 Aloe Blacc & Joel Van Dijk - I got the blues
02 Etta James - Miss you
03 U2 - Paint it black
04 Elvis Costello & The Imposters - Out of time
05 Toots & The Maytals - Start me up
06 St. Vincent - Emotional rescue
07 Emiliana Torrini - Ruby tuesday
08 Cobra Verde - Play with fire
09 Tori Amos...
2016-10-121h 00Kreasi Anak BangsaJosh GrobanJosh Groban BiographyJosh Groban was born in Los Angeles, California, to a Jewish American father (a descendant of Polish and Russian immigrants) and a Norwegian-American mother. His maternal great-grandparents were from the eastern Norwegian district of Toten.His father converted to Christianity upon marriage, and Groban was raised an Episcopalian. Chris, his younger brother by four years shares a birthday with him.Groban debuted as a singer in seventh grade, but soon put it on hold for a few years. "I enjoyed the arts aspects, but my grades were slipping. I...
2009-01-2200 min