21 episodes
Unfiltered Mikayla Minton and Kimberly Uhls
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- Society & Culture
Welcome to Unfiltered, a podcast created by two young female engineers that explores the complexities of being a woman in STEM. Come be a part of the conversation as best friends Kimberly and Mikayla share their own experiences, talk with fellow engineers from diverse backgrounds, and provide advice for incoming college freshmen pursuing engineering…all while finding time to laugh at themselves and provide fun stories of their rather unique college experiences.
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Science Facts and Snacks
Episode 20!! To celebrate, Kim and Mikayla had some fun - a friendly competition involving science facts and trivia questions.
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Inspiration in Education
We are back with a brand new guest this week! Join us as we talk with one of Mikayla's most influential teachers - Mr. Steven Eno. As a STEM teacher, Steven brings a new perspective to Unfiltered. We discuss the accessibility of STEM education, the importance of parental involvement in learning, and the challenges that girls face, even at a young age, in STEM courses.
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Discussing Moral Quarrels
This week, Kim and Mikayla discuss a very interesting topic - should you work for a company that doesn't align with your morals? This is a very common challenge that engineers may encounter throughout their careers, and is one that doesn't always have a black and white answer.
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A Gripe About Stereotypes
Join us as we discuss the stereotypes of female "nerds" in today's media. Ever noticed a trend with how intellectual women are portrayed in movies and TV shows? Yeah, us too...and we want to talk about it.
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Time to Control our Goals
Happy New Year! A new year means new goals, so this week, Kim and Mikayla provide their favorite tips and advice to set personal, academic, and professional goals.
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Reflection and New Directions
Happy holidays! Kim and Mikayla spend this last Sunday of 2020 reflecting on their year. Looking back at the movies, books, and music that got them through this year, they share some of their top recommendations. And as the year comes to an end, they reminisce about some favorite memories, achievements accomplished, and set new goals for 2021.