Dr. Vincent P. Clark is an expert in Neuropsychology. With an interest in brain stimulation for neuroenhancement and brain stimulation for the treatment of chronic pain, addiction, schizophrenia, Parkinson's disease, and motor illness, Dr. Cla

024 The Power of STEM Moms (and their Kids)

May 12th, 2019 55m 4s

This special episode of STEM Southwest is hosted by Shelly along with daughters Makenzie and Bethany. Today we celebrate the power of STEM Moms! Show Notes Ulrika Peroni, Professional Water Skier and mom coach of ‘Da Swedish Fish,' a team

023 RoboRAVE International, Inquiry-Based STEM Learning with Russ Fisher-Ives (Encore episode with new host introduction)

Apr 28th, 2019

Russ Fisher-Ives This interview is certainly one of our favorites as we talk all things STEM in the Southwest and how the Southwest has influenced many countries beyond our borders including China, Japan, Estonia, Canada, Mexico and so many mor

022 Engineering Education: From FANUC America to Competitive Robotics, with Dan Mantz

Apr 14th, 2019

Today’s guest is an executive leader with 25 years of experience as an engineer and innovator who shifted from solving complex robotics programs at FANUC America to encouraging young people to solve complex robotics programs at the Robotics Edu

021 Staying STEM Strong: Feeding your Mind and Body, with Shelley Rael

Mar 31st, 2019 1h 5m

Understanding our bodies and caring for them is critical to a long and happy STEM life. Often, when people are striving to be their very best as STEM professionals, they are faced with the importance of self-care. On this episode, our hosts s

020 Virgin Galactic and Commercial Space Travel, with David Mackay

Mar 17th, 2019 1h 7m

Future space tourists will have today's guest, Chief Pilot David Mackay of Virgin Galactic, to thank for their adventures into the cosmos. This fit family man is working with entrepreneurial king, Sir Richard Branson, to make travel into space

019 Launching Life and Careers in STEM, with Dr. Shelly Gruenig

Mar 3rd, 2019 51m 13s

Dr. Shelly Gruenig is typically the one on the show asking questions, but today we put her in the hot seat. She recently won the Coach/Advisor of the Year at the annual STEMYs Excellence in STEM event hosted by the Air Force Research Lab (AFRL

018 Computer Science and the STEM Workforce Pipeline, with John Mierzwa

Feb 17th, 2019 56m 44s

From construction to entrepreneur, today's guest has always incorporated cutting edge technology in order to innovate and challenge the status quo. John Mierzwa is doing that in many places throughout the Duke City and the entire region. His

017 Texas Instruments: A Legacy of Innovation and Community Service, with Peter Balyta

Feb 3rd, 2019 1h 11m

Peter Balyta, PhD will most certainly leave a STEM legacy to his own children and to millions of kids all over the world through his work as President of Educational Technology at Texas Instruments. This episode is full of so much information,

016 Competitive robotics, a student perspective with the leaders of R4Robotics

Jan 20th, 2019 1h 10m

Have you ever wondered what it is like to be a part of a robotics team? Our guests this week have been competing for years, and are going to share their experiences and knowledge with you! Not only do they have great character, these four Pre

015 Girls are Great at Math Movement with retired Navy and DOD retiree with Phylecia Jones

Dec 23rd, 2018 1h 6m

Phylecia Jones is affectionately known as the Budgetologist. As a motivational speaker and podcaster, she has been getting people to clean up their financial act and find ways to “feed their budget.” Her recent Ted Talk has brought her back in

014 Cosmetic Magic, Harry Potter, and Whiskey with Micaela Brown

Dec 9th, 2018 1h 6m

Today’s guest is a little untraditional, but we know you will find her absolutely magical! Micaela Brown is bursting with great ideas and passion that is sure to capture your interest. She launched herself into the entrepreneurial community a

013 Virgin Galactic taking off in New Mexico with Jonathan Firth

Nov 25th, 2018 53m 18s

You might say that Jonathan Firth flew into New Mexico through suborbital space aboard Virgin Galactic. A native of the UK, he arrived in the Land of Enchantment with a short-term plan that has since led to a bit longer stay (as so many of us h

012 Disrupting STEM Education in Colorado with Mark Hyatt

Nov 11th, 2018 56m 24s

Mark Hyatt could fly airplanes before he learned how to drive cars. His rich background in STEM began with his long career in the U.S. Air Force. After several retirements, he is now in a bonus career that is disrupting education in his home s

011 The Face of Competitive Robotics with Karthik Kanagasabapathy (Part 2)

Nov 4th, 2018 49m 26s

If you have been involved with any part of competitive robotics, you have most likely seen the smiling face of this week's STEM Rockstar, Karthik Kanagasabapathy. When you listen to our conversation with Karthik, you will understand why he is

010 The Face of Competitive Robotics with Karthik Kanagasabapathy (Part 1)

Oct 25th, 2018 45m 6s

009 Boosting Engineering Science and Technology (BEST)

Oct 16th, 2018 1h 13m

The volunteer work of this next guest has impacted thousands of lives, including ours. Janne Ackerman is a longtime philanthropist with BEST Robotics, the competition in which we established a team to participate beginning in 2005. In 2008, we

008 Hot Air Balloons, Star Wars and Drones

Oct 2nd, 2018 53m 43s

This week's guest may have gotten his love of STEM from a galaxy far, far away as his passion for Star Wars cannot be missed! Paul Garver has brought an energy to the Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum that cannot be den

007 Discovering STEM with Big Brothers, Big Sisters

Sep 15th, 2018 59m 50s

Angela Reed Padilla, CEO of Big Brothers, Big Sisters of NM is passionate about helping youth become confident adults and productive citizens. The state of New Mexico chapter of BBBS actually has more mentors than chapters in larger cities such

006 New Mexico Technology Council ExperienceITnm what is IT? With Auri Vigil

Sep 2nd, 2018 47m 53s

Auri Vigil, In this week’s interview you will learn about an exciting annual event, ExperienceITnm. It is described by the New Mexico Technology Council as an opportunity to “Geek out on all things technology. Our community will gather the best

005 Roborave International, Inquiry-based STEM learning with Russ Fisher-Ives

Aug 13th, 2018 1h 19m

004 DNA Discovery, Paul Szauter

Aug 7th, 2018 55m 37s

Paul Szauter Today we have scientist and entrepreneur Paul Szauter as our guest. Listeners are going to be interested in the DNA Discovery that Paul and his team have made as well as how that discovery is disrupting the centuries-old industry

003 Side Door to STEM

Jul 9th, 2018 58m 27s

Mike DeCock and Tristan Jameson. Today we have two guests who share their passion for cubing with the world. Sometimes, as we work with students we must invite them into STEM through an untraditional door. Solving the Rubik’s cube is a great wa

002 Young Science Mentor Taking Action

Jul 9th, 2018 44m

Melissa Ober, Science Girl Encouraged to pursue and internship at her local Children’s Science museum, EXPLORA, Melissa Ober was mentored and discovered her passion to be a STEM performer. Since her first show, Melissa has worked with hundreds

001 Intel, Investing in the Community

Jul 9th, 2018 53m 46s

Ron Eppes, Intel Community Engagement Manager: Ron is the perfect first guest for our podcast! While the sound quality isn’t great (we get better with time, promise) his stories and love of community are inspiring! Ron is a STEM Rockstar who wo