The SDG Warriors Podcast

Simar Mohanty
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The SDG Warriors are a team of passionate Student Changemakers and STEMinists dedicated to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by 2030, leveraging the power of STEM education and 21st-century skills. Brought to you by the SDG Warriors, this podcast features inspiring stories from EDUheroes and STEM experts. Ideal for students, teachers, parents, and anyone interested in STEM, education, and social impact, this podcast aims to provide enriching learning experiences and drive positive change in local, global, and digital communities.

  1. Feb 22

    E45 - EDUheroes - One Heart, Two Screens: Tech, SEL & The Soul of Learning with Amy Storer & Dyann Wilson, #techCAREtwins

    In this episode of the SDG Warriors Podcast, we’re joined by Amy Storer and Dyann Wilson, a.k.a. the #techCAREtwins - twin sisters, educators, and champions of human-centered learning. Ms. Amy (The Tech) is an Innovative Learning Specialist in Montgomery ISD, specializing in purposeful technology integration. As a certified trainer for Google, Microsoft, and Adobe Express, she partners with school leaders to design instructional strategies where digital tools enhance meaningful student connections. Ms. Dyann (The Care) is a Professional School Counselor at WILLIS ISD, focused on building systems for Social Emotional Learning (SEL). As an advocate for student wellness, she blends technology with counseling practices to foster emotional resilience, always keeping the “human” at the center of learning. Together, they have created widely adopted Tech + Care initiatives that help schools embrace innovation without losing humanity. From keynote stages to district strategy sessions, their work reflects a simple but urgent belief: technology should amplify connection, not replace it. Join us to hear their journey from classroom and coaching roots to pioneering Tech + Care initiatives, and gain insights on how educators can create environments where innovation and empathy thrive side by side! 🔗 Link to explore #techCAREtwins' world: https://linktr.ee/techCAREtwins 🔗 Link to connect with Ms. Amy: https://x.com/techamys 🔗 Link to connect with Ms. Dyann: https://x.com/techCAREWilson

    E45 - EDUheroes - One Heart, Two Screens: Tech, SEL & The Soul of Learning with Amy Storer & Dyann Wilson, #techCAREtwins

  2. Feb 19

    E44 - STEM X EDUhero - Sunfish, Science & the Threads That Bind with Dr. Tierney Thys, Around the World in 80 Fabrics

    In this episode of the SDG Warriors Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Tierney Thys - marine biologist, National Geographic Explorer, award-winning filmmaker, and Research Associate at the California Academy of Sciences. A scientist whose career bridges ocean depths and human imagination, Dr. Thys has spent decades studying the giant Mola mola (ocean sunfish), leading global research and conservation through her Adopt a Sunfish Project and OceanSunfish.org. Beyond the waves, she’s the cofounder of Around the World in 80 Fabrics, a creative nonprofit celebrating nature-friendly textiles and the cultural stories woven into them. Her innovative collaborations include The Blue Room, created with Dr. Nalini Nadkarni, which uses nature imagery to promote well-being in prisons - recognized by TIME Magazine as one of the Top Inventions of 2014. An award-winning TED speaker, former Daily Explorer for Animal Jam (reaching over 100 million young players worldwide), and National Geographic Expert on expeditions from Antarctica to the Galápagos, Dr. Thys blends science, storytelling, and compassion to inspire a more connected planet. Join us as we explore how curiosity became her compass - from decoding the sunfish’s secrets to reimagining the fabric of our wardrobes - and how each discovery points toward a more sustainable, wonder-filled world! 🔗 Link to explore Dr. Thy's World!: https://oceansunfish.org/ 🔗 Link to Around the World in 80 Fabrics: https://www.atw80fabrics.com/

    E44 - STEM X EDUhero - Sunfish, Science & the Threads That Bind with Dr. Tierney Thys, Around the World in 80 Fabrics

  3. Feb 19

    E43 - STEM - The Big Cat Safari: Tracking Lions, Conflict & Coexistence with Dr. Andrew Stein, CLAWS Conservancy

    In this episode of the SDG Warriors Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Andrew Stein - Conservation Biologist & Founder/President of the CLAWS Conservancy, whose scientific expertise has shaped the world of human-carnivore coexistence in East and Southern Africa. From Pride in Our Prides and Wisdom of the Wild to his coordinated research on lions, leopards & wild dogs in the Okavango Delta, Dr. Stein's projects blend leadership, communication & community engagement in every initiative! His conservation journey began in 2001 with a study of leopards on farmlands in South Africa, leading to acclaimed work with National Geographic’s Big Cats Initiative & the IUCN Cat Specialist Group. Dr. Stein's work has earned recognition as a National Geographic Explorer & features in The New York Times, the BBC & Africa Geographic for crafting inspirational roadmaps that celebrate collaboration, compassion & the shared survival of humans and predators. Join us as we explore how Dr. Stein transforms lions from nameless livestock killers into individuals worth conserving, addresses critical threats like retaliatory predator poisoning in Botswana & continues his legacy of fostering human-wildlife harmony that inspires generations to protect the world's most iconic carnivores! 🔗 Link to CLAWS Conservancy - https://clawsbotswana.org/

    E43 - STEM - The Big Cat Safari: Tracking Lions, Conflict & Coexistence with Dr. Andrew Stein, CLAWS Conservancy

  4. 10/11/2025

    E42 - EDUhero - Mickey, Magic & Meaning: Directing Stories That Spark Imagination with Jeff Gordon, Disney Television Animation

    In this episode of the SDG Warriors Podcast, we’re joined by Jeff Gordon - Emmy-winning Animation Director at Disney Television Animation, whose creative magic has shaped the world of Mickey Mouse and friends. From The 7D and Jake and the Never Land Pirates to Mickey Mouse Mixed-Up Adventures and Minnie’s Bow-Toons, Jeff’s stories blend laughter, learning, and heart in every frame! Jeff’s animation journey began at Warner Bros. on Animaniacs and Pinky & The Brain, leading to acclaimed projects at Universal Studios (Woody Woodpecker), and Mike Young Productions (Clifford, ToddWorld, Jakers, Care Bears, Chloe’s Closet). His work has earned Emmy and Humanitas Awards for directing stories that celebrate creativity, collaboration, and compassion. Join us as we explore how Jeff revives beloved characters with fresh imagination, crafts humor and empathy through animation, and continues Disney’s legacy of storytelling magic that inspires generations to dream BIG! 🔗 Link to Jeff's Magical World: https://www.cartoondirector.com 🔗 Link to Walt Disney Animation Studios: https://disneyanimation.com

    E42 - EDUhero - Mickey, Magic & Meaning: Directing Stories That Spark Imagination with Jeff Gordon, Disney Television Animation

  5. 10/09/2025

    E41 (Part 2) - STEM X EDUhero - Sondheim, Seltzertopia & the Power of Play in Civic Engagement with Barry Joseph, Games for Change

    In this episode of the SDG Warriors Podcast, we are joined by Barry Joseph - Co-Founder of Games for Change, a pioneering organization that leverages the power of games for social impact. With over 25 years of experience, Mr. Joseph has developed innovative youth programs at Global Kids, led digital learning initiatives at the American Museum of Natural History, and designed STEM and social-impact apps for the Girl Scouts of the USA. He is the founder of Barry Joseph Consulting, advising museums and cultural institutions on interactive learning and game-based experiences. Mr. Joseph also co-founded the Brooklyn Seltzer Museum, located in New York City’s oldest seltzer factory, celebrating the history of seltzer through immersive exhibits and playful storytelling! An accomplished author, his books include Seltzertopia: The Extraordinary Story of an Ordinary Drink, Making Dinosaurs Dance: A Toolkit for Digital Design in Museums, Friday is Tomorrow: The Dayenu Year, and the forthcoming Matching Minds with Sondheim, which explores the games and puzzles of the Broadway master. He has designed award-winning educational games such as Ayiti: The Cost of Life, Hurricane Katrina: Tempest in Crescent City, and museum-based experiences like Killer Snails and MicroRangers. Join us as we explore Mr. Joseph's remarkable journey and his insights on the transformative power of play in learning and social impact! 🔗 Link to Games for Change: ⁠https://www.gamesforchange.org⁠ 🔗 Link to Seltzertopia: ⁠https://www.seltzertopia.com/⁠ 🔗 Link to Matching Minds with Sondheim: ⁠https://matchingmindswithsondheim.com/⁠

    E41 (Part 2) - STEM X EDUhero - Sondheim, Seltzertopia & the Power of Play in Civic Engagement with Barry Joseph, Games for Change

  6. 10/02/2025

    E41 (Part 1) - STEM X EDUhero - Sondheim, Seltzertopia & the Power of Play in Civic Engagement with Barry Joseph, Games for Change

    In this episode of the SDG Warriors Podcast, we are joined by Barry Joseph - Co-Founder of Games for Change, a pioneering organization that leverages the power of games for social impact. With over 25 years of experience, Mr. Joseph has developed innovative youth programs at Global Kids, led digital learning initiatives at the American Museum of Natural History, and designed STEM and social-impact apps for the Girl Scouts of the USA. He is the founder of Barry Joseph Consulting, advising museums and cultural institutions on interactive learning and game-based experiences. Mr. Joseph also co-founded the Brooklyn Seltzer Museum, located in New York City’s oldest seltzer factory, celebrating the history of seltzer through immersive exhibits and playful storytelling! An accomplished author, his books include Seltzertopia: The Extraordinary Story of an Ordinary Drink, Making Dinosaurs Dance: A Toolkit for Digital Design in Museums, Friday is Tomorrow: The Dayenu Year, and the forthcoming Matching Minds with Sondheim, which explores the games and puzzles of the Broadway master. He has designed award-winning educational games such as Ayiti: The Cost of Life, Hurricane Katrina: Tempest in Crescent City, and museum-based experiences like Killer Snails and MicroRangers. Join us as we explore Mr. Joseph's remarkable journey and his insights on the transformative power of play in learning and social impact! 🔗 Link to Games for Change: https://www.gamesforchange.org 🔗 Link to Seltzertopia: https://www.seltzertopia.com/ 🔗 Link to Matching Minds with Sondheim: https://matchingmindswithsondheim.com/

    E41 (Part 1) - STEM X EDUhero - Sondheim, Seltzertopia & the Power of Play in Civic Engagement with Barry Joseph, Games for Change

  7. 09/04/2025

    E40 - STEM - Science X Sports: Ultra-Endurance, Migratory Birds & Adventure with Dr. Timm Döbert, Wings of Survival

    In this episode of the SDG Warriors Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Timm Döbert - a conservation scientist, explorer, endurance athlete, and storyteller whose work bridges science, sport and global environmental advocacy. From conducting groundbreaking research on forest fragmentation in Southeast Asia and grassland ecosystems in Canada, to embarking on ultra-endurance expeditions that trace the migratory paths of birds, Dr. Döbert combines rigorous science with bold exploration to inspire action for biodiversity and climate solutions. He is the co-founder of Wings of Survival, a visionary initiative using self-powered expeditions, citizen science and visual storytelling to "rewild minds" and promote the protection of 30% of the planet by 2030. As an active contributor to the IUCN’s Commission on Education and Communication, WCPA and WCPA TBC SG, Dr. Döbert continues to merge research, adventure and advocacy. Join us as we explore Dr. Döbert's extraordinary adventures - pushing human limits, uncovering the hidden lives of ecosystems and redefining the way we connect people with the natural world. 🔗 Link to Wings of Survival: https://www.wingsofsurvival.com

    E40 - STEM - Science X Sports: Ultra-Endurance, Migratory Birds & Adventure with Dr. Timm Döbert, Wings of Survival

  8. 05/03/2025

    E39 - EDUhero - Behind the Scenes of AAA Game Creation & Building Superheroes with Eric Monacelli, Marvel Games

    In this episode of the SDG Warriors Podcast, we are joined by Eric Monacelli - Executive Producer at Marvel Games and a seasoned veteran of the video game industry with over 18 years of experience. Eric currently oversees production and franchise development for Marvel’s biggest console titles, including Marvel’s Spider-Man, Marvel’s Avengers, Marvel’s Iron Man VR, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy, and the upcoming Marvel’s Wolverine, Iron Man, and Black Panther. As Project Lead, he drives creative strategy, brand authenticity, cross-functional development, and global promotional planning across multiple high profile franchises. Before joining Marvel, Eric held senior roles at Naughty Dog, Capcom, Atari, Infinity Ward, and 2K Games, contributing to landmark titles like The Last of Us, Uncharted, Monster Hunter, and BioShock. With a foundation in literature from NYU and a passion for storytelling, Eric brings a rare blend of creative insight and production expertise to the gaming world. Join us as we explore Mr. Eric's Super Hero adventures - from helping to shape iconic Marvel universes to redefining the future of interactive storytelling. 🔗 Link to Marvel Games: https://www.marvel.com/games

    E39 - EDUhero - Behind the Scenes of AAA Game Creation & Building Superheroes with Eric Monacelli, Marvel Games
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The SDG Warriors are a team of passionate Student Changemakers and STEMinists dedicated to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by 2030, leveraging the power of STEM education and 21st-century skills. Brought to you by the SDG Warriors, this podcast features inspiring stories from EDUheroes and STEM experts. Ideal for students, teachers, parents, and anyone interested in STEM, education, and social impact, this podcast aims to provide enriching learning experiences and drive positive change in local, global, and digital communities.

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  • Creator
    Simar Mohanty
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    46
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Simar Mohanty
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    The SDG Warriors Podcast