The Glam Chemist Podcast The Glam Chemist

Our guest Ezmer Harris is a cosmetic chemist working in beauty and personal care. She is the CEO and lead formulator of The Chemically Divine Laboratory. Ezmer uses her social media platforms to showcase cosmetic science and entrepreneurship. She has created a relatable and entertaining platform for all STEMers to enjoy! Ezmer shares with our listeners the importance of taking new jobs and making your own opportunities in the cosmetic sciences. We chat about breaking into the industry and finding your happy place in STEM.

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Brian Carpenter is a PR professional based in Manhattan, New York City. With a passion for authenticity, Brian aims to bring genuine human connection to his work to not only celebrate the brands and ideas he represents, but the people that have created and use them as well. Brian has been representing the DECIEM brands, The Ordinary and NIOD, for 4 years and was one of the first corporate hires for the brand in the United States. Working with an amazing team, Brian's day to day responsibilities include overseeing North America's implementation of global communication strategies - while wearing a few other hats as well for a holistic understanding of the brand.


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Perry Romanowski and Valerie George are cosmetic scientists and formulators who have been working in the cosmetic industry for nearly 40 years combined. They have been writing and recording the Beauty Brains podcast together since December 2018. Perry Romanowski is a writer, cosmetic chemist, Inventor, scientist, instructor, futurologist, and thought leader. He’s also the founder of the Chemists Corner blog and training program. He also has the longest-running streak done while joggling. Valerie George is a cosmetic chemist, science communicator, educator, leader, and avid proponent of transparency in the beauty industry. She works on the latest research in hair color and hair care.


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Mica Oba is a formulation chemist, product developer, and science writer with experience in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries with over 10 years of experience. She received her B.S. in pharmaceutical chemistry from UC Davis and her M.S. in pharmaceutical chemistry with a cosmetic science emphasis from the University of Cincinnati. While working as a formulation chemist and science writer in the pharmaceutical industry, she runs Geek Makeup Wisdom on the side--a website where she shares her thoughts on cosmetic chemistry as well as tips on becoming a cosmetic chemist. Through Geek Makeup Wisdom, she teaches an online introductory formulation course for budding cosmetic chemists. When she needs a break from cosmetic chemistry, Mica dabbles in astronomy as part of the PR & Marketing Committee for the Robert Ferguson Observatory.


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Our guest, Nermina Brljak is a fourth-year chemistry PhD student at the University of Miami conducting research in nanotechnology. Her research involves the study of the interactions between peptides and nanomaterials. Nermina shares her experience as a graduate of Florida State University, teaching and pursuing a PhD degree. with a B.S. degree in chemistry and become a math teacher before pursuing my PhD degree. Nermina loves STEM outreach and science communication. We are lucky to have her share some tips to success as a PhD student. 


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Friend to the podcast, Nicole McCardy-Miller is back to share with us her experience in the workplace. In this episode, we discuss our toxic work culture, the importance of therapy, and knowing when to move on. 

Tune in for part one of our conversations.

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