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DQ Deep TakesDeepTech Podcast: Uravu Labs' quest to make water out of thin airIf there is one universal threat that pervades modern generations, its climate change. With world leaders and activists determinedly finding solutions for it, there is a growing enthusiasm for the emergence of renewable concepts in all walks of life. As many parts of the world experience frequent droughts and unreliable water supplies, there is a immediate need to rethink the renewable revolution for water.
Uravu is leading the way. Incepted in 2019 by Pardeep Garg, Swapnil Shrivastav, Venkatesh R, and Govinda Balaji, Uravu Labs is dedicated to building a new type of atmospheric water generator that is 100% renewable. Ur...
2022-03-2818 min
Nani NavigatesEpisode 14: Back to SchoolIn this long-overdue episode of Nani Navigates, I speak with my friends, Tiffany Tsui and Evie Brimberg, about their feelings and concerns about the new school year. We discuss sophomore year of high school, goals, family routines, and more in this back-to-school episode.
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2021-10-1128 min
Nani NavigatesEpisode 13: Two Teens Discuss Feminism (ft. Sharjah Mbodji)In this episode, the first on Nani Navigates with a teen guest, I speak with Sharjah Mbodji, host of Teen Feminist Podcast. We discuss our podcasts, what it means to be an intersectional feminist, and advice for teen feminists and activists.
To learn more about Teen Feminist Podcast: click here.
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2021-07-1629 min
Nani NavigatesEpisode 12: Happy Pride!Happy Pride! In this episode, I dive into queer history, the relationship between culture/religion and a third gender, and modern pride.
A Queer History of the United States for Young People (by Michael Bronski, adapted for YA readers by Richie Chevat) is a great resource to learn more about Queer American History (which IS American History).
Check out and follow Instagram @naninavigates for the latest updates, interactive stories, and posts! More resources and links regarding Pride and Queer representation will be posted there, as well as opportunities for YOU to share more subtopics...
2021-07-0110 min
Nani NavigatesEpisode 11: A Boldly Awkward Teen's Wild IdeaIn the first episode of Season 2, I share a wild idea I came up with for an English assignment, and how (I hope) it will change how I view myself and my life.
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2021-06-1610 min
Nani NavigatesEpisode 10: Xue CheungIn this episode of Nani Navigates' Career Miniseries, I speak with software engineer Xue Cheung.
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2021-04-0422 min
Nani NavigatesEpisode 9: Park Fung and Tiffany WongIn this episode of the Career Miniseries, I spoke to two teachers at my high school, Mr. Fung and Ms. Wong, about their experiences teaching STEM subjects remotely.
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2021-02-0932 min
Nani NavigatesEpisode 8: Vasudevan PanickerIn the fourth episode of the Career Miniseries, I spoke with Vasudevan (Vasu) Panicker on his journey as a musician, composer, and educator, and most recently, an MBA candidate.
To learn more about him and his work, click here.
Visit naninavigates.com to subscribe for the latest updates on episode releases, as well as to comment who you'd like to hear from next on the Career Miniseries. Thanks for listening to Nani Navigates!
2020-12-3133 min
Nani NavigatesEpisode 7: Sylvia AcevedoOn this episode of Nani Navigates, I spoke with Sylvia Acevedo, former CEO of Girl Scouts of the USA.
To learn more about Sylvia Acevedo and her work: https://sylviaacevedo.org/
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2020-11-2700 min
Nani NavigatesEpisode 6: Dr. David LangerIn the second episode of the Career Miniseries, I spoke with Dr. David Langer, MD, chair of neurosurgery at Lenox Hill Hospital.
To learn more about Dr. Langer's work: https://www.northwell.edu/about/leadership/david-langer-md
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2020-08-2427 min
Nani NavigatesEpisode 5: Dan GiustiWelcome to the all-new Career miniseries on Nani Navigates! In the first episode of the miniseries, I spoke with previous guest, chef Dan Giusti, on how he first got into the culinary arts, and his journey from there, to Noma, to Brigaid.
Check out naninavigates.com to learn more and subscribe to regular updates!
2020-07-3118 min
Nani NavigatesEpisode 4: It's That TimeIn this episode, I'm exploring the menstruation stigma, looking at cultural and religious "customs" around the world, as well as period poverty. Check out naninavigates.com to subscribe to regular updates about future episodes. The following are links to amazing organizations and campaigns mentioned in the episode.
Click here to learn about Femme International.
Learn more about Femstrate here.
2020-07-2217 min
Nani NavigatesEpisode 3: O Say, Can't You See?In this episode, I’m going back in time to explore America’s complicated history with racism, through the lens of early leaders that are honored and admired but who themselves had a complicated relationship with slavery.
This episode was inspired by the book Stamped by Ibram X. Kendi and Jason Reynolds. I would highly recommend it!
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2020-07-0414 min
Nani NavigatesEpisode 2: It's Time for LunchIn this episode, Nani Navigates school lunch.
For more information about Dan Giusti and Brigaid: https://www.chefsbrigaid.com/
For more information about NYC's school meal system: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/food/free-meals-for-all
2020-06-0519 min
Nani NavigatesEpisode 1: Say My NameHere's some backstory on my nickname, Nani, and my journey through embracing, accepting, and loving my name.
2020-05-1505 min
Nani NavigatesEpisode 0: Intro to Nani NavigatesWelcome to Nani Navigates, a podcast for young people, by a young person. New episodes coming soon!
2020-05-1000 min