The Smoko Podcast

Alexis Armstrong
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The Smoko Podcast

Podcast celebrating women in STEAM and the Skilled Trades. Creating community and highlighting the women within it. Take a break, we're on Smoko.The Smoko Podcast is sponsored by Peggy Workwear. Peggy workwear is workwear which fits and functions as it's designed by women for women. www.peggyworkwear.ca

  1. Sofía D. Boscio-López, Gilmarie O’Neill Medina, Charmelis A. Reyes Cruz, Laura M. Rosario Gonzalez, and Gabriela Yáñez González from Girls in Civil. A Non Profit Organization fostering diversity in Civil Engineering

    HÁ 3 DIAS

    Sofía D. Boscio-López, Gilmarie O’Neill Medina, Charmelis A. Reyes Cruz, Laura M. Rosario Gonzalez, and Gabriela Yáñez González from Girls in Civil. A Non Profit Organization fostering diversity in Civil Engineering

    Take a break, we’re on Smoko! We sit down with the remarkable founders of Girls in Civil: Sofía D. Boscio-López, Gilmarie O’Neill Medina, Charmelis A. Reyes Cruz, Laura M. Rosario Gonzalez, and Gabriela Yáñez González. Girls in Civil is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering and supporting women in the field of civil engineering. Join us as we delve into their unique journeys and how each one discovered their passion for civil engineering through different paths—whether it was follo...

    58min
  2. Ashtyn Crabb: Ironworker & Local 721 Mental Health Committee member

    13 DE NOV.

    Ashtyn Crabb: Ironworker & Local 721 Mental Health Committee member

    Trigger Warning: This episode deals with very serious topics, specifically about suicide and mental health. We speak about suicide prevention and the mental health crisis within our communities. We speak to the work of the Ontario District Council of Ironworkers and the creation of mental health committees and programs to help our community of tradespeople.Take a break, we’re on Smoko! Honoured to speak with Ashtyn Crabb, an ironworker from Toronto's Local 721. Ashtyn takes us through her une...

    53min
  3. Mandy Bujold: Olympian, Gender Equity Advocate, & Community Builder at GVCA

    6 DE NOV.

    Mandy Bujold: Olympian, Gender Equity Advocate, & Community Builder at GVCA

    Take a break, we’re on Smoko! Honored to sit down with Olympian Mandy Bujold, for an in-depth conversation about her remarkable journey from the boxing ring to the construction industry. Mandy, an 11-time national champion and 2x gold medalist at the Pan American Games, shares the inspiring story of how she discovered boxing, her relentless pursuit of excellence, and the pivotal moments that defined her career.Mandy opens up about her early days in the sport, initially joining for fitness and...

    54min
  4. Tara Hogan: Estimator & Founder of Art Haus Projects

    30 DE OUT.

    Tara Hogan: Estimator & Founder of Art Haus Projects

    Take a break, we’re on Smoko! I sit down with Tara Hogan, the founder of ArtHaus Projects, known for their innovative approach to estimating and construction management. Tara, with over 10 years of experience in construction, estimating, and project management, has worked on a variety of projects including residential, commercial and health. She is also the 2021 winner of the Women in Construction award from Master Builders Queensland.Tara shares her unconventional journey into construction, ...

    55min
  5. Rosemary Cescolini: Podcast Host & Founder of Only Women Entrepreneur

    23 DE OUT.

    Rosemary Cescolini: Podcast Host & Founder of Only Women Entrepreneur

    Take a break, we’re on Smoko! Join us as we sit down with Rosemary Cescolini, a trailblazing entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Only Women Entrepreneurs (O.W.E). Rosemary shares her unique transition from working as a teacher to running a shop floor of a manufacturing company specializing in custom doors. Rosemary talks about the foundation of Only Women Entrepreneurs, an organization created to empower and elevate women in entrepreneurship and non-traditional career paths such as m...

    43min
  6. Chloe Arsenault: Woman in Mining Advocate & Miss Greater Sudbury

    16 DE OUT.

    Chloe Arsenault: Woman in Mining Advocate & Miss Greater Sudbury

    Take a break, we’re on Smoko! Join us as we sit down with Chloe Arsenault, Miss Greater Sudbury and founder of Tiaras and Trades. Chloe shares her journey of becoming a civil engineering technician and a passionate advocate for women in skilled trades and mining.Chloe talks about her experiences in the mining industry, the challenges she faced, and how she overcame them. She discusses the importance of representation and how her unique platform combines her love for pageantry with her dedicat...

    47min
  7. Mia-May Grabovac: Marine Biologist & Arctic Researcher

    9 DE OUT.

    Mia-May Grabovac: Marine Biologist & Arctic Researcher

    Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week I sat down with Mia-May Grabovac, a passionate marine biology student at the University of Manitoba. Mia shares her fascinating journey into marine biology, from her childhood dream of working with sharks to her advanced studies and research in Arctic ecosystems.Mia discusses her experiences as a research assistant, particularly her work aboard the Canadian Beaufort Sea Marine Ecosystem Assessment vessel. She provides insights into her study of zooplank...

    53min
  8. Paris Mitchell: Welder & Aluminium Ship Builder

    2 DE OUT.

    Paris Mitchell: Welder & Aluminium Ship Builder

    Take a break, we’re on Smoko! Honored to sit down with Paris Mitchell, a talented fourth-year apprentice specializing in alloy boat building in New Zealand. Paris shares her unique journey from learning welding with her dad at fourteen to becoming a part of the maritime industry.Paris opens up about the challenges and rewards of her craft, detailing the intricate process of building custom alloy boats. She also discusses the importance of perseverance and finding passion in one’s work, offeri...

    48min
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Podcast celebrating women in STEAM and the Skilled Trades. Creating community and highlighting the women within it. Take a break, we're on Smoko.The Smoko Podcast is sponsored by Peggy Workwear. Peggy workwear is workwear which fits and functions as it's designed by women for women. www.peggyworkwear.ca

Informações

  • Criado por
    Alexis Armstrong
  • Anos de atividade
    2023 - 2024
  • Episódios
    74
  • Classificação
    Livre
  • Copyright
    © 2024 The Smoko Podcast
  • Site do podcast
    The Smoko Podcast

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