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Stay You BooEp 12// Diversity in STEM: the disappointing realityHow exciting, we have our first ever guest! Emma (AKA p.h.days) is currently doing her PHD in molecular biology and is an absolute queen (go and listen to her podcast 'Persistently Hard Days' if you haven't already!)
We're having a long old chat about the frustrating state of demographics in the STEM field. From socio-economic class, to race, to gender - there are numerous failings in the industry and it needs to change. We've all witnessed this inequality in some way, shape or form and also the detrimental impact it can have on individuals but also at higher le...2021-05-0343 min
Stay You BooEp 11// Failure & Rejection: we get knocked down...how the hell do we get up again?Instagram/Twitter: @stay_you_boo
Hello hello, how are we all doing? Another 'deep' chat where we feel apprehensive and vulnerable talking about our own experiences of failing. Because I'm pretty sure we've alllll failed at some point in our lives, whether that be with exams, job applications or knocking the ball into the pond when you're playing crazy golf...
But it's something we tend to avoid discussing because it's embarrassing and awkward. However, we are two of the most graceless people you'll ever encounter, so it makes sense to chat...2021-04-1837 min
Stay You BooEp 10// Sleep: why and how to prioritise those ZZZZsInstagram/Twitter: @stay_you_boo
The trend these days seems to be surviving on as little sleep as is humanly possible. We’re existing in a weird sort of ‘hustle’ culture, where if you’re not waking up at 5am to workout and tick off half your to do list before breakfast then you’re falling short.
But this attitude leaves us failing to acknowledge the importance of sleep. It’s not just a time to rest, it’s important for our mental, physical and overall wellbeing.
This episode we’re having a chat about the science of sleep and the acute and chr...2021-04-0340 min
Stay You BooEp 9// I'm not like the other girls: except we really areInstagram/Twitter: @stay_you_boo
How many times have you heard someone to claim "I'm not like the other girls"? Or had someone use it to compliment you? Or maybe you've even said it yourself?!
Well it needs to stop! What can appear as a harmless phrase is actually incredibly problematic. It demeans the female gender, stereotypes us, and turns us against each other.
In this episode we discuss all of this, some pop culture examples of girls either supporting or breaking down this phenomenon, and why we ARE like the other girls - because I don't know who these...2021-03-2139 min
Stay You BooEp 8// Friendships: can’t be just us that finds them complicatedInstagram/Twitter: @stay_you_boo
Friendships - it can’t be just is that finds them a bit tricky to navigate? We’ve been friends for 20 odd years (still going strong) but can’t quite get our head around the idea of friendships in general. How to make friends, what makes a good friend and a little natter about our own story! We’re by no means experts but if you want some tips from a couple of awkward scientists then this is the podcast episode for you!
Our biggest piece of advic...2021-03-0734 min
Stay You BooEp 7// Diet Culture: they're stealing your money and your soulHello wonderful humans!
This episode was inevitable... We are both anti-diet. This is not the same as being anti-weight loss or hating people who are themselves on a diet.
It's the soul destroying, misery spreading, self esteem crushing industry that we have a problem with.
Because it IS an industry. Diet culture survives because we pay money into it.
This episode we're discussing the impact of diets on our bodies and our minds. We go a little bit into the science behind why diets do not work and...2021-02-2139 min
Stay You BooEp 6// Identity: where do I fit in?Instagram/Twitter: @stay_you_boo
Hello you lovely bunch! Today we’re talking about identity - what is it, does it matter and how do we identify.
It seems to embody so much, from how we see ourselves to how others recognise us. From race and gender to hobbies and interests, identity seems to be pretty nuanced and we’re attempting to dissect it throughout this episode. It both creates communities but leads to pressures and segregation to ‘fit in’, so we wonder whether its role is a positive one...
So have a listen and let us know what identity means to y...2021-02-0735 min
Stay You BooEp 5// Studying STEM: stereotypes, misconceptions and being a bit nerdyInstagram and Twitter: @stay_you_boo
Hello again! Today we're talking about something a little different, our journey in STEM. STEM is science, technology, engineering and maths. We both study STEM subjects at uni, Sam is reading astrophysics and Megan studies medicine.
There are a multitude of stereotypes surrounding science and the people who study it, this episode we're talking about those presumptions and whether we've found them to be true or not...
Let us know what you think of STEM, whether you study it, work in the field, or have no interest whatsoever! Come and nerd out with us fo...2021-01-2433 min
Stay You BooEp 4// New Year, Same Me: are resolutions useful?Instagram and Twitter @stay_you_boo
Hello and happy 2021!
That was a wild ole year we made it through! This episode we're having a chat about our highlights and what we've learnt from the tricky parts of the past 52 weeks.
But most of this episode is focused on how we're hoping 2021 will look. Although we're both tired of New Year's Resolutions, we love the idea of fresh starts and setting some intentions for the year ahead.
Resolutions tend to have negative connotations and the inherent tie to weight, diets and body can be a bit toxic, so we want to mov...2021-01-1031 min
Stay You BooEp 3// Anxiety vs. Being Anxious: no, my anxiety is not the same as you feeling nervousInstagram&Twitter: @stay_you_boo
TW: This episode we’ll be talking about our own anxiety disorders, including what they look like for us and what symptoms we might experience. Please don’t listen if you think this might impact you negatively or you’re not in the right head space!
Today we’re chatting about anxiety. What is it? Is it common? And how do we cope with it?
Anxiety disorder is not the same as simply feeling anxious - an emotion which all of us will have experienced at one point or...2020-12-2736 min
Stay You BooBONUS// Christmas: the most wonderful (and worrisome) time of the yearInstagram: @stay_you_boo
So we all knew Christmas was going to look a little different this year, I’m just not sure we realised quite how different…
We don’t want to pretend this is going to be easy for anyone, but we do want to remind you that there are silver linings, support you can access and things to look forward to!
Christmas traditions differ for everyone! For Sammy they normally involve big family gatherings and curry for dinner, whereas Megan has a smaller celebration with arguments over boardg...2020-12-2231 min
Stay You BooEp 2// Periods: shame, myths and period productsInstagram: @stay_you_boo
Hello guys, gals and non-binary pals! We’re talking about periods this episode, and it’s not just for people who bleed, it’s for EVERYONE!
It’s time to debunk some myths, dispel the shame and learn something new (I know that I did).
We cover a lot in this episode and definitely want to get into more detail with some topics! Get ready to hear about shame, products, what’s ‘normal’, period poverty and SO much more!
So buckle up...2020-12-1332 min
Stay You BooEp 1// Self Care : more than just a face maskInstagram: @stay_you_boo
Hello you lovely lot!
Today we had a good old natter about how we look after ourselves in this weird world!
We have a chat about the fact self care is focussed on so many unhelpful things such as aesthetic, spending money, exercising and how it’s very female focussed!
What personal care looks like has had to change so much over the past months with the global pandemic getting in the way too! And we acknowledge how privileged we are to be able to access ce...2020-11-2929 min
Stay You BooIntroducing Stay You Boo!Hello, and welcome to Stay You Boo! Listen here to meet your hosts, Sam & Megan, plus get a flavour of what we've got planned for you lovely lot coming up!
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