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

    5 DAYS AGO

    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...

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

    OCT 30

    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, ...

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

    OCT 23

    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...

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

    OCT 16

    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...

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

    OCT 9

    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...

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

    OCT 2

    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...

    48 min
  7. Andrea Durdle: Pipe Trades Instructor at Camosun College

    SEP 25

    Andrea Durdle: Pipe Trades Instructor at Camosun College

    Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week I sat down with Andrea Durdle, an instructor at Plumbing and Pipe Trades at the School of Trades and Technology at Camosun College. Andrea shares her incredible journey from being a culinary professional to discovering her passion for plumbing and pipe trades. Now a Red Seal plumber and a champion for women in trades, Andrea talks about the transformative moment she knew this career was the right fit and how it changed her life.Andrea explains her uniqu...

    45 min
  8. Mila Szautner: Mine Engineering Student, & Women in Mining Advocate

    SEP 18

    Mila Szautner: Mine Engineering Student, & Women in Mining Advocate

    Take a break, we’re on Smoko! In this episode,we sit down with Mila Szautner a third-year geological engineering student at the University of Saskatchewan. Mila shares her unique journey into engineering, discussing her initial uncertainties, the impact of COVID-19 on her education, and her eventual decision to pursue geological engineering. Mila delves into her experiences as a woman in a predominantly male field, highlighting the support she received from mentors and peers. She e...

    1h 2m
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About

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

Information

  • Creator
    Alexis Armstrong
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    72
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 The Smoko Podcast
  • Show Website
    The Smoko Podcast

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