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The She Persists PodcastPredicting the Planet with Dr. Yaga RichterIn this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Yaga Richter, a scientific leader working to advance Earth system predictability across timescales.As a Special Projects Lead to the NSF NCAR Director, Yaga leads the Earth System Predictability Across Timescales initiative, helping shape scientific strategy, interdisciplinary partnerships, and team-based approaches that support a more resilient future.We talk about her unconventional journey into science--moving from Poland to the United States at 13, starting college at 14, and putting herself through school while studying Mathematics and Physics--and how those early experiences shaped her approach to leadership, collaboration, and resilience....
2026-01-2839 min
The She Persists PodcastExploring the Universe: Lily Myers' Path to Zero-GravityIn today's episode with Lily Myers, we explore her incredible journey from a YouTube video enthusiast to a NASA researcher. As a freshman at UC Berkeley, Lily has already made significant strides in astrophysics, including leading her school's astronomy club and conducting experiments in zero-gravity. Join us as we delve into her experiences with the NASA SEAS internship and discover what it's like to float in zero-g. This episode is packed with inspiration and insights into the universe!
2026-01-0323 min
The She Persists PodcastExploring the Universe: Lily Myers' Astrophysics StoryIn this episode, we sit down with Lily Myers, a passionate UC Berkeley freshman whose journey into astrophysics began with a captivating YouTube video. Lily shares her experiences leading her high school's astronomy club, participating in the NASA SEAS internship, and conducting research in zero gravity. Tune in to hear her insights on pursuing a career in STEM, the challenges and triumphs of her research, and her advice for aspiring astrophysicists looking to reach for the stars.
2025-12-0723 min
The She Persists PodcastLaunching Dreams Into Orbit with Melissa PoreIn this episode, we’re talking with Melissa Pore--an award-winning Engineering educator who has helped students literally send their work to space. She’s been behind satellite launches, ThinSat missions, NASA collaborations, and hands-on programs that empower students to do real research and real engineering.We get into what it means to trust students with big ideas, how to build community in STEM spaces, and why the best learning happens when you’re allowed to tinker, experiment, fail, and try again. Melissa’s energy is the kind that makes you feel like your biggest goals are actually achievab...
2025-11-091h 08
The She Persists PodcastReunion Reflections at TJ's 40 Year Alumni Celebration: Life After TJWhen TJ opened its doors decades ago, it became more than a school, it became a shared experience. At the 40th Alumni Celebration, that experience came alive again. Grads from the earliest classes to the most recent came back, filling the halls with old memories and familiar laughter. This episode isn’t a formal interview, it’s a collection of mini moments as a way to honor the people who built the foundation for what TJ is today.
2025-10-2740 min
The She Persists PodcastHow Isra Satiar Went From Caring in Small Ways to Changing Lives Around the WorldIsra Satiar, a senior at Georgetown University majoring in Human Science, has already made an incredible impact in healthcare and global health. From receiving the prestigious Davis International Peace Prize to working as a patient care technician in a surgical ICU, Isra’s dedication to serving others is clear. She also led a health education project for Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh, has been involved in neuroscience research since freshman year, and leads organizations like the Minority Association of Pre-Health Students while serving as president of the School of Health Academic Council. In this episode of She Persists, Isra shares ho...
2025-10-141h 15
The She Persists PodcastHow Isra Satier Went From Caring in Small Ways to Changing Lives Around the WorldIsra Satier, a senior at Georgetown University majoring in Human Science, has already made an incredible impact in healthcare and global health. From receiving the prestigious Davis International Peace Prize to working as a patient care technician in a surgical ICU, Isra’s dedication to serving others is clear. She also led a health education project for Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh, has been involved in neuroscience research since freshman year, and leads organizations like the Minority Association of Pre-Health Students while serving as president of the School of Health Academic Council. In this episode of She Persists, Isra shares ho...
2025-10-141h 27
The She Persists PodcastHow Astronaut Amy Medina Went From Teaching Science to Becoming the First Puerto Rican Woman AstronautAmy Medina has spent her life showing students that science isn’t just something you read about, it’s something you experience. As a teacher at Odyssey Academy, she’s led more than sixty student space experiments, some of which have even flown on Zero-G missions. But earlier this year, Amy took her passion for exploration to a whole new level when she became the first Puerto Rican woman astronaut to travel to space aboard Blue Origin’s NS-32 mission. In this episode, she shares what inspired her love for STEM growing up in Puerto Rico, how she overcame career o...
2025-10-121h 05
The She Persists PodcastHow Hope Dickon Follows Her Passion for STEM While Helping Girls Find TheirsHope Dickson, a freshman studying Aerospace Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology, has been involved in STEM from a young age. From launching a CubeSat in elementary school to mentoring and building hands-on experiences for young girls in STEM through Rosie Riveters, interning with the NASA’s SEES program, Virginia Aerospace Scholars, and Virginia Tech’s C-Tech² program, Hope has already started making her impact in the world. In this episode of She Persists, Hope talks about the mentors, internships, and experiences that fueled her passion for aerospace and the steps she’s taken to pursue this early curiosity and tur...
2025-10-1039 min
The She Persists PodcastHow Zoe Zlatic went from NASA Research to Zero-G Flights Before Graduating High SchoolZoe Zlatic, a sophomore Astronautical Engineering student at the University of Southern California, is already making significant impact in the aerospace field. In this episode of "She Persists," Zoe shares her inspiring journey from prestigious NASA internships to conducting her own research aboard a zero-gravity plane. As a Design & Structures Engineer at USC's Rocket Propulsion Lab, she is preparing to test her team's reaction wheel system on an upcoming zero-g flight. Zoe's vision for the future of space exploration, her passion for ambitious projects, and the impact she hopes to make in the aerospace industry make this episode a...
2025-10-0732 min
The She Persists PodcastShe Persists: Real Stories from Girls in STEMJoin Emma Zurine, a 16-year-old engineering student, as she shares the stories of girls navigating their paths in STEM. From setbacks to successes, each episode explores what it takes to persist in fields where women remain underrepresented. You’ll hear from high school and college students, along with professionals who have built impactful careers. Whether you’re looking for motivation, advice, or a sense of community, She Persists offers a space to feel inspired and connected.
2025-09-1202 min
The She Persists PodcastFrom High School to Zero-Gravity: Londyn Franklin's JourneyIn this episode of She Persists, host Emma Zurine sits down with Londyn Franklin, an incoming Aerospace Engineering student at the University of Texas at Austin. Londyn shares her incredible journey interning with NASA, Bell Flight, and Southwest Airlines, and the challenges she faced navigating high school internships. She reflects on the persistence, curiosity, and hard work that have shaped her path, and how her passion for rocketry and space sciences is driving her toward a future in aerospace. Throughout the conversation, Londyn highlights the importance of embracing opportunities, staying persistent, and inspiring the next generation of young women...
2025-09-1239 min