Ambitiously Her

Dr. Mariana Quiroga Londoño

Ambitiously Her is the go-to podcast for the woman in STEM and beyond becoming everything she imagined. Hosted by Dr. Mariana Quiroga Londoño, Bioinformatics Postdoc Scientist in Oncology, Cambridge University Alumni and the face behind @marianaql.science on instagram (50,000+ 75% women in STEM). Mariana shares what she’s learning in her journey, plus candid conversations with women who’ve walked the path ahead. Expect mindset shifts, career strategy, and practical takeaways to grow ambitiously and unapologetically, wherever you start, no matter where you come from.

Episodes

  1. 1d ago

    How Training for HYROX Transformed my Mindset, Purpose & Resilience

    Most people underestimate how deeply discipline shapes your identity and how much pushing through discomfort can unlock hidden strength. In this episode of Ambitiously Her, Dr. Mariana Quiroga Londoño shares how training for Hyrox, a demanding hybrid fitness race, transformed her perspective on resilience, purpose, and self-love, proving that even without an athletic background, you can conquer goals that once felt impossible. Mariana opens up about the raw reality of taking on a challenge that pushed both her body and mind to the limit. She shares intimate moments from race day, battling cramps, navigating frustration, and finding strength through the support of loved ones. Through her experience, she reveals how discipline becomes more than consistency; it becomes an act of self-respect and personal growth that impacts every area of life. About Us Ambitiously Her is the go-to podcast for the woman in STEM and beyond becoming everything she imagined. Hosted by Dr. Mariana Quiroga Londoño, Bioinformatics Postdoc Scientist in Oncology, Cambridge University Alumni and the face behind @marianaql.science on Instagram (50,000 followers, 75% women in STEM).Mariana shares what she's learning in her journey, plus candid conversations with women who've walked the path ahead. Expect mindset shifts, career strategy, and practical takeaways to grow ambitiously and unapologetically, wherever you start, no matter where you come from. Business inquires: ambitiouslyherpodcast@gmail.comSocial media (Instagram, Tiktok & Youtube): @ambitiouslyher.podcast Official Theme song: Ambitiously Her Podcast Theme on all platforms CONNECT WITH US: 📧 Business Inquiries: ⁠ambitiouslyherpodcast@gmail.com⁠ 📱 Instagram, TikTok & YouTube: @⁠ambitiouslyher.podcast⁠ 🎵 Official Theme Song: "Ambitiously Her Podcast Theme" across all streaming platforms CREDITS: Host, Founder, Podcast & Social Media Creative Director, and Theme Song Writer:Dr. Mariana Quiroga Londoño (⁠@marianaql.science⁠) Podcast Editing and Social Media Content Creation:Bhumika Manjappa (@⁠coffee_and_cognition⁠) and Dr. Mariana Quiroga Londoño Special Thanks to all our incredible Guests and listeners worldwide

    29 min
  2. Jun 15

    How a First-Gen, Immigrant Mom graduated from Yale with a PhD ft Dr. Fernanda Sulantay Vargas

    Most of us struggle with balancing careers, motherhood, and personal dreams, but Dr. Fernanda Sulantay Vargas proves it’s possible. In this episode, Mariana and Fernanda discuss Fernanda’s journey from community college to a Yale PhD in computational science, all while raising two children and breaking barriers as a Salvadoran immigrant and first-generation Latina in STEM. Fernanda opens up about navigating academia without a perfect GPA, securing her place at Yale through storytelling, extracurriculars, and persistence, and thriving in a male-dominated field. She shares candid insights on applying for fellowships, writing compelling applications, building a personal brand, networking authentically, and adapting your story for industry opportunities. Perfect for first-generation students, women considering motherhood during STEM careers, or anyone overwhelmed by job searches and career transitions, this episode is filled with actionable advice, honesty, and encouragement. About us: Ambitiously Her is the go-to podcast for the woman in STEM and beyond becoming everything she imagined. Hosted by **Dr. Mariana Quiroga Londoño**, Bioinformatics Postdoc Scientist in Oncology, Cambridge University Alumni and the face behind @marianaql.science on Instagram (50,000 followers, 75% women in STEM).Mariana shares what she's learning in her journey, plus candid conversations with women who've walked the path ahead. Expect mindset shifts, career strategy, and practical takeaways to grow ambitiously and unapologetically, wherever you start, no matter where you come from. CONNECT WITH US: 📧 Business Inquiries: ambitiouslyherpodcast@gmail.com📱 Instagram, TikTok & YouTube: @ambitiouslyher.podcast 🎵 Official Theme Song: "Ambitiously Her Podcast Theme" across all streaming platforms CREDITS : Host, Founder, Podcast & Social Media Creative Director, and Theme Song Writer: Dr. Mariana Quiroga Londoño (@marianaql.science) Podcast Editing and Social Media Content Creation: Bhumika Manjappa (@coffee_and_cognition) and Dr. Mariana Quiroga Londoño Special Thanks to all our incredible Guests and listeners worldwide

    53 min

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Ambitiously Her is the go-to podcast for the woman in STEM and beyond becoming everything she imagined. Hosted by Dr. Mariana Quiroga Londoño, Bioinformatics Postdoc Scientist in Oncology, Cambridge University Alumni and the face behind @marianaql.science on instagram (50,000+ 75% women in STEM). Mariana shares what she’s learning in her journey, plus candid conversations with women who’ve walked the path ahead. Expect mindset shifts, career strategy, and practical takeaways to grow ambitiously and unapologetically, wherever you start, no matter where you come from.