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TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 28: Managing Motherhood and a Professional Career ft. Daniela GutierrezFor this episode, we talk about managing motherhood and a professional career. Daniela shares her experience and journey being a mother in engineering, what she's learned and challenges she has faced, along with some advice. We also discuss a few submitted questions.If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit our website or send us a message! (twingineering.wordpress.com)A little about Daniela: Daniela was born in Bogotá, Colombia. She attended the same school from kindergarten all the way through high school (grade 11). After graduating, she wasn’t sur...2025-06-1438 min
TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 27: Managing StressFor this episode, we talk about Managing Stress. We touch on focusing only on what you can control, feeding your body good things, keeping hobbies and activities that are physical, artistic, and/or educational, morning/night routine, and planning less vs more.If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit our website or send us a message! (twingineering.wordpress.com)Follow our social media accounts: Instagram: @lieratwins @victorialiera @vanessa.lieraTikTok: @lieratwins @victorialieraa @vanessa.lieraTimestamps:00:00:00 Episode Start00:00:19 Welcome/Intros00:01:50 Weekly Highs and Lows00:05:22 Something We Learned in Our Current Roles00:07:10...2025-05-1042 min
TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 26: Branching Out and Taking a Different Path ft. Emely RiveraFor this episode, we talk with Emely about Biomedical Engineering - why she chose it and her experience. We also learn more about what she does now as an Associate Scientist in Family Care R&D at Procter & Gamble. Reach out to Emely:Email: 1emelyrivera7@gmail.comLinkedIn: Emely Giselle Rivera: www.linkedin.com/in/emelyrivera17About Emely: She grew up in Los Angeles, California, and comes from a Salvadoran and Guatemalan background. She graduated from UC Davis with a degree in Biomedical Engineering and a minor in...2025-03-0851 min
TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 25: We've Made it This Far, What's Next?For this episode, we talk about our accomplishments, guests, and topics discussed in 2024. We also talk about our future plans for the podcast and for ourselves. We turned 25 ! So we also share some of our personal and professional goals (: If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit our website or send us a message! (twingineering.wordpress.com)Follow our social media accounts: Instagram: @lieratwins @victorialiera @vanessa.lieraTikTok: @lieratwins @victorialieraa @vanessa.lieraTimestamps:00:00:00 Episode Start00:00:18 Welcome/Intros00:01:45 Weekly Highs and Lows00:05:55 Something We Learned in Our Current Roles00:08:15 Accomplishments00:11:50 Topics We've...2025-02-0840 min
TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 24: Embracing Your Own Path as a College Student ft. Jamee BatesFor this episode, we talk about student perspectives with Jamee Bates, specifically on embracing your own path and avoiding comparison to others.
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 Episode Start
00:00:20 Welcome/Intros
00:01:50 Weekly Highs and Lows
00:09:04 Something We Learned in Our Current Roles/Something We Tried
00:11:35 Embracing Your Own Path...2024-12-2144 min
TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 23: Let's Talk About Our 20'sFor this episode, we talk about our 20s and how our life compares/relates to that of older generations in our family. We touch on our experiences, opportunities, education, food and prioritizing health, where we are/were at in life at a certain age, sacrifices, and more.
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 Episode Start
00:00:18 Welcome/Intros
00:01:40 Weekly Highs and Lows
00:05:15...2024-10-2731 min
TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 22: Generational Differences in the workplace
For this episode, we discuss generational differences in the workplace..
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 Episode Start
00:00:18 Welcome/Intros
00:01:10 Weekly Highs and Lows
00:03:12 Something We Learned in Our Current Roles
00:05:48 Topic: How do different generations perceive the concept of work and career advancement differently
00:11:55 Topic: What are the key communication challenges between generations in the workplace?
00:18:20 Topic: Can mentorship programs...2024-09-1744 min
TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 21: Imposter Sydnrome ft. Megan Lightbourn
For this episode, we talk about imposter syndrome. We also talk to Megan about her volunteer work and why she chose chemical engineering. We also touch on business resource groups.
Megan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-lightbourn-4057a715b
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 Episode Start
00:00:18 Welcome/Intros
00:01:50 Weekly Highs and Lows
00:06:40 Something...2024-08-1035 min
TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 20: Taking Every Opportunity Ft. Yessica JimenezFor this episode, we talk to Yessica about Materials Science Engineering, her motivation to pursue a career in manufacturing & automotive industry, being the first in your family to speak another language & pursue a degree in another country, her experience as a student research assistant, and we answered some submitted questions.
About Yessica: Yessica is from Cali, Colombia and went to Ohio State University where she received her B.S. in Materials Science Engineering & completed a Minor in Nuclear Engineering. She currently works at Honda in the IPED - Exterior department and has previously worked...2024-06-2556 min
TwingineeringTwingineering Ep 19: More than Engineering: Engineering & Intellectual Property Ft. Cassidy ArandaFor this episode, we talk to Cassidy about Intellectual Property, her journey in engineering and law, & ethics in engineering.
About Cassidy: Cassidy Aranda is a member of the California Baptist University, Electrical & Computer Engineering Class of 2020. Post-graduation, Cassidy worked as an Integration Test Engineer. Cassidy is currently in her final year of law school at Chicago-Kent College of Law. She plans on becoming an Intellectual Property Attorney & is set to start as a full-time Associate at a Chicago law firm in the Fall of 2024. She is excited to help her future clients obtain and maintain their patents, trademarks, copyrights...2024-04-121h 08
TwingineeringEpisode 18: How I Became a Software Engineer ft. Corina Salas
For this episode, we talk to Corina how she decided on software engineering and her journey so far.
About Corina: Corina is currently a Software Engineer at Target. She graduated from Saint Xavier University in 2021 where she majored in Computer Science and a completed a minor in communications! In her free time she spends a lot of time with her siblings and friends and likes doing workout classes at her local gym!
If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit our website or send us a message! (twingineering.wordpress...2024-03-2341 min
TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 17: Taking a Different Route ft. Adheli GonzalezFor this episode, we talk to Adheli about taking a different route and going into management.
About Adheli: She currently works as a Project Supervisor in the Expansion Department at McMaster-Carr. She started at the company in Sept 2021. She completed a major in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Electrical Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York. Adheli is originally from Chicago, went to college in NYC, and is back in Chicago living with her parents and brother.
If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit...2024-03-0251 min
TwingineeringTwingineering Epsiode 16: Anniversary!
It's been ONE WHOLE YEAR since we started our podcast! Thank you to everyone who has listened so far. Listen to this episode for some updates on where we're at professionally since last year, things we’ve learned / lessons throughout this past year, and some podcast highlights/stats. We also answer a few submitted questions.
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00:00:00 Ep...2024-01-2033 min
TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 13: Being a First Gen in Industry & Moving Away From Home
For this episode, we talk to Emilia about being first gen in industry and moving away from home for the first time. We also answer some submitted questions!
About Emilia: She is a recent graduate from UC Davis with her Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering. She got an amazing opportunity shortly afterwards to work full time as a hardware engineer with General Motors. She's navigated not only being a Latina in STEM but also moving across the country for the first time without her family and friends.
If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on...2024-01-161h 10
TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 15: Becoming an Aerospace Engineer ft. Sarahi GranadosFor this episode, we talk to Sarahi about her journey becoming an Aerospace Engineer, graduating debt free and her community involvement. We also answer some submitted questions!
About Sarahi: She graduated from UC Davis in 2021 with degrees in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering as First-Generation. Sarahi is currently a Space Systems Engineer at Northrup Grumman working on the next generation of space satellites. She enjoys lifting during her free time and she's a cat mom to a calico cat named Luna.
If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit our...2023-12-2340 min
TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 14: Doing it All ft. Katya EchazarretaFor this episode, we talk to Katya about her experience in school/industry/now, Going to Space!, Campamento Aeroespacial, and not being limited to one industry. We also answer some submitted questions!
About Katya: She started her career studying electrical engineering at UCLA. Shortly after, she got her first internship at NASA and worked as a NASA engineer after graduation where she was able to move up in technical leadership ranks. She was later selected for her mission to Space. Now she is working on creating more Space related opportunities for Latin America in general.
If you'd like to...2023-11-111h 01
TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 12: Being a First-Gen Graduate + Doing a 5th Year ft Andrea AyalaFor this episode, we talk to Andrea about her experience being a First Gen graduate and doing a 5th year. We briefly touch on the importance of joining organizations, LEADR, and we answer a couple asked questions (listed below).
About Andrea: She studied Mechanical Engineering at UC Davis. She is originally from San Francisco, CA and from El Salvador. Her fun fact is that she loves lizards and has a chameleon tattooed!
If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit our website! (twingineering.wordpress.com)
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TwingineeringTwingineering Epsiode 11: Grad School ft. Veronica Contreras
For this episode, we talk about Grad School with our 1st guest on the podcast: Veronica Contreras. Veronica shares her experience in grad school and what it's been like pursuing a PhD in Electrical Engineering. She also shares some advice to those wanting to or thinking about pursuing grad school (for a Masters and/or a PhD).
About Veronica: Veronica graduated from the University of California - Davis in 2020 with a degree in Electrical Engineering and a minor in Economics. Currently, she is a PhD Candidate in the Center for Ultrafast Optical Science at the University of Michigan studying...2023-07-011h 06
TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 9: The Interview ProcessFor this episode, we talk about the interview process: what the process is like, red flags to look for, common questions that are asked, advice, and more!
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2023-05-1442 min
TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 8: Working in a Male Dominated FieldFor this episode, we talk about Working in a Male Dominated Field: what our experience has been like, pros/cons, etc.
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TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 7: MentorshipFor this episode we talk about Mentorship and its importance, and benefits. We talk about our experiences with our mentors, where you can find them, and we share a little bit about the mentorship program we started with COFFEE (Club of Future Female Electrical Engineers)!
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TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 6: Commenting on the Lack of Push for Latinas in STEMFor this episode, we comment and have a conversation about the lack of push for Latinas in STEM
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2023-04-1630 min
TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 5: Early Careers - Common Questions and AdviceFor this episode, we will be answering some common questions as well as offering some advice about topics related to early careers.
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2023-04-1641 min
TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 4: ResourcesFor this episode, we are doing a Resources (Part 2) where we talk about The Pantry, Scholarships, Calfresh, and Financial Aid.
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ILEW Scholarships Page: https://ilew.online/scholarships/2023-04-1635 min
TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 3: Organizations and the Importance of CommunityFor this episode, we focus on the importance of community by sharing some of our experience with being involved in college. We also talk about different National and UC Davis organizations that helped us during and after college. Some of these organizations include: SWE, IEEE, CALESS, COFFEE, SHPE, and HSF.
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2023-04-1643 min
TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 2: Job Search/Lack of Motivation and Living at/away From HomeFor this episode, we talk about our experiences with the Job Search during and after college ... and the lack of motivation or discouragement that can come with it. We also talk about our own experiences living at and away from home.
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TwingineeringTwingineering Episode 1: IntroductionsFor this episode, we mainly give an introduction about ourselves, what this series is going to be about, and why we started it. We also talk about why we chose engineering and a little about our post grad life, including our current positions and what else we're up to outside of work.
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2023-04-1515 min