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500 to 3K🎙 Weekly cadence·146 episodes·Last published 4mo ago - Monthly Reach
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145. Lisa Fennell - Technical Sales in the Utility Industry
Feb 20, 2026
42m 28s
144. Dr. Elizabeth Mendes (Elizabeth the Scientist); Pediatric Cancer Research; Molecular Biology.
Jan 28, 2026
1h 03m 49s
143. Vinayasri Nidadavolu - Wind Engineer
Jan 14, 2026
42m 58s
142. Linda Rhodes Large Animal Veterinarian, Animal Pharmaceuticals, Author
Dec 30, 2025
1h 01m 42s
141. The STEM Side of Patent Law: Inside IP With Christine Hollis
Dec 17, 2025
1h 03m 23s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/20/26 | 145. Lisa Fennell - Technical Sales in the Utility Industry✨ | career pathwomen in STEM+4 | Lisa Fennell | Ping Things | — | technical salesutility industry+3 | — | 42m 28s | |
| 1/28/26 | 144. Dr. Elizabeth Mendes (Elizabeth the Scientist); Pediatric Cancer Research; Molecular Biology. | In this episode of Ordinarily Extraordinary: Conversations with Women in STEM, host Kathy Nelson sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Mendes, a newly minted PhD and postdoctoral researcher whose work focuses on rare and aggressive pediatric cancers. Dr. Mendes recently completed her PhD at Duke University, where she spent over five years researching rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare childhood soft-tissue cancer. Her goal: identify new biological targets that could one day lead to better, more effective treatm... | 1h 03m 49s | ||||||
| 1/14/26 | 143. Vinayasri Nidadavolu - Wind Engineer | In this episode, Kathy sits down with Vinayasri Nidadavolu, a specialist engineer in offshore wind energy at Siemens Energy. Vinaya’s story spans continents, megawatts, and life stages — from earning a rare degree in wind engineering to climbing offshore turbines hundreds of kilometers out at sea, and now navigating her career as a new mother. Vinaya takes us inside the fascinating world of offshore wind turbines — explaining how today’s turbines have grown from 2–3 megawatts to an astonishin... | 42m 58s | ||||||
| 12/30/25 | 142. Linda Rhodes Large Animal Veterinarian, Animal Pharmaceuticals, Author | In this episode, Kathy and Linda LaTourelle sit down with Linda Rhodes, a former large-animal veterinarian, pharmaceutical executive, entrepreneur, and author, to explore an extraordinary career path rooted in agriculture, science, and perseverance. Linda shares her journey from being one of the few women working as a large-animal veterinarian to building a groundbreaking career in veterinary pharmaceuticals, biotech startups, and executive leadership. Along the way, she reflects honestly on ... | 1h 01m 42s | ||||||
| 12/17/25 | 141. The STEM Side of Patent Law: Inside IP With Christine Hollis | In this episode, Kathy sits down with Christine Hollis, the Chief Talent and Diversity Officer at Marshall Gerstein & Borun — one of the top intellectual property law firms in the U.S. Christine brings a fresh, energetic perspective to the often-misunderstood world of patent law and STEM-driven legal careers. Together, they explore what intellectual property (IP) law really is, how STEM professionals are critical to patent work, and why careers like technical specialist, patent agent, and... | 1h 03m 23s | ||||||
| 12/3/25 | 139. Mishael Umlor: Designing a Life You Love - Environmental Engineer & River Guide | In today’s episode of Ordinarily Extraordinary – Conversations with Women in STEM, Kathy and Linda sit down with environmental engineer and river guide Mishael Umlor — a woman who pressed pause on her engineering career to live a year of adventure, intention, and joy. Kathy first met Mishael this summer while rowing through the Grand Canyon on a 14-day paddle trip. What began as a passing “Wait… you’re an engineer?” moment turned into months of wanting to learn more about her unconventional, ... | 1h 12m 21s | ||||||
| 11/25/25 | 140. STEM Super Stars: Introducing the Women in STEM Coloring Book — A Conversation with Kathy & Linda | In this special episode, Kathy and her co-host Linda sit down for a heartfelt conversation about the release of Kathy’s brand-new Women in STEM Coloring Book—a three-year passion project created in collaboration with her daughter, Emily. This book showcases contemporary women in STEM, brought to life through hand-drawn illustrations and inspiring biographies. Kathy shares the story behind the book, why representation of real, modern women in STEM matters, and how her daughter’s artwork brings... | 19m 07s | ||||||
| 11/19/25 | 138. Science the Hell Out of It: Career Pivots & Unicorn Jobs with Amanda Mavropoulis | In this inspiring and deeply human episode, Kathy and Linda sit down with Amanda Mavropoulis, a global project and portfolio management leader in technology including 15 years in the electric utility space, and one extraordinary career pivot. Amanda shares her unconventional STEM journey—from early days taking apart alarm clocks, to working in IT as a student worker, to a long career in utilities, and ultimately into her “unicorn job” at a major tech company. Along the way, she opens up about... | 55m 50s | ||||||
| 10/29/25 |  137. Bonus Halloween Episode! Dr. Kristen Lear – Bat Scientist & Conservationist | It’s Bat Week! | In this bonus, Halloween and Bat Week episode, we talk with Dr. Kristen Lear, a bat conservation scientist, National Geographic Explorer, and If/Then® Ambassador whose lifelong passion for misunderstood creatures turned into a career protecting bat populations around the world. Kristen shares how a childhood Girl Scout project building bat houses led her to a career at Bat Conservation International (BCI), where she now directs the Agave Restoration Initiative—a binational program supporting ... | 1h 03m 29s | ||||||
| 10/22/25 | 136. Catherine Jackson Jones: STEM Opportunities for Every Student - National Math and Science Initiative | In this episode, Kathy and Linda talk with Catherine Jackson Jones, a coach and mentor with the National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI), a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding STEM opportunities for students and empowering educators to bring real-world STEM experiences into classrooms across the country. Catherine shares how NMSI builds awareness and access to STEM fields, particularly for students in under-resourced and rural communities. Through long-term partnerships with scho... | 1h 04m 31s | ||||||
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| 10/8/25 | 135: Manyphay Viengkham-Systems Engineer; Resilience, Reinvention, and Creating Your Own Path | In this episode, Kathy and Linda talk with Manyphay Viengkham, an accomplished technology leader whose career spans energy innovation, systems engineering, and entrepreneurship. With degrees in biochemistry and computer science, Manyphay has built a career defined by curiosity, continuous learning, and resilience—navigating roles in major companies like GE and Honeywell before launching her own consulting business. Together, they explore: How following her curiosity led from science to techno... | 1h 02m 50s | ||||||
| 9/24/25 | 134. Lawanda Parnell – A Technology Career Across Generations | In this episode of Ordinarily Extraordinary – Conversations with Women in STEM, Kathy and Linda sit down with Lawanda Parnell, a retired technology and utility leader whose career began at IBM in the early 1980s and spanned decades of innovation and leadership. Lawanda shares her journey from studying business administration with a strong math and computer science foundation at the University of Florida, to becoming one of the few Black women in tech during her era, to leading large-scale pro... | 1h 01m 59s | ||||||
| 9/10/25 | 133. Stacy Cluff; Utility Technology Leader | After almost a year away, Ordinarily Extraordinary: Conversations with Women in STEM is back — and we’re relaunching with something new: a co-host! In this episode, Kathy is joined by her longtime friend and new co-host, Linda LaTourelle, to talk with Stacy Cluff, IT and Broadband Manager at Mille Lacs Energy Cooperative. Stacy has worked at Mille Lacs for 28 years, wearing many hats in technology, IT, and now leading the co-op’s broadband program — bringing critical fiber broadband service t... | 55m 51s | ||||||
| 7/29/25 | Relaunch Trailer - Introducing Co-Host Linda LaTourelle | No description provided. | 6m 03s | ||||||
| 10/17/24 | 132. Fae Gaze, Mathematician, Data Scientist, and Machine Learning Researcher | Fae Gaze is a mathematician, data scientist, and machine learning researcher with degrees in mathematics, molecular biology, computer science, and data science engineering. She shares her journey into the world of math, data science, and machine learning and discusses the joy she finds in problem-solving and working with data. The conversation also touches on mental health, the importance of breaking down complex challenges, and how algorithms can be applied in research and life. Fae’s inspir... | 53m 11s | ||||||
| 9/12/24 | 131. Dr. Sandra Johnson, Entrepreneur, Global Technology Leader, Author | Dr. Sandra Johnson, a groundbreaking electrical engineer and entrepreneur, is the first black woman to earn a Ph.D. in computer engineering. Her journey from a high school introduction to engineering to her current roles as a former IBM CTO and a board member for several companies is a testament to her resilience and determination in the face of unique challenges. The book Soft Power for the Journey: The Life of a STEM Trailblazer is a fascinating story of the remarkable life arc of a resili... | 50m 44s | ||||||
| 7/31/24 | 130. Sheila Buswell- CEO, Biomedical Engineer & Innovator | Sheila Buswell is the founder and CEO of Buswell Biomedical. Sheila's story is fascinating as she transitions from roles in mechanical engineering and as an army technician to becoming an innovator in the biomedical field, inspired by her own injury experiences. We dive into imposter syndrome, women's unique challenges in STEM, and the balancing act required in entrepreneurship. Sheila also shares insights from her book, "Is This Seat for Me?" highlighting the importance of setting boundarie... | 53m 23s | ||||||
| 7/24/24 | 129. Sarah Garcia; Civil Engineer, Construction Industry | Sarah Garcia is a Project Executive and Director of DEI at Novo Construction. She is a civil engineer who has worked in the construction industry for most of her career. She is passionate about getting women and other minorities into the construction industry and has seen firsthand the progress companies can make when they invest in DEI programs. Sarah has a Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering. What do we talk about in this episode? Civil engineering and how that fits into the constru... | 1h 11m 53s | ||||||
| 7/10/24 | 128. Kalpana Pot - Actor, Writer, Host, and Space Communicator | Kalpana Pot is an actor, writer, host, and space communicator. Renowned for her vibrant online presence, particularly in space science, Kalpana has cultivated a platform with over 200K followers on Instagram and 4.4 million likes on TikTok. Importantly, she challenges the prevailing narratives about women in STEM, a perspective not often encountered. Furthermore, it's uncommon to find a woman in STEM with a substantial following, but Kalpana leverages her platform to educate people about spa... | 57m 36s | ||||||
| 5/22/24 | 127. Dr. Audra Morse- Dean, Professor, Civil Environmental and Geospatial Engineering | Dr. Audra Morse, Dean of the College of Engineering at Michigan Tech, is a distinguished professional with a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering and degrees in Environmental Engineering. Her journey from student to dean highlights the importance of rigorous academic challenges and hands-on learning in shaping successful careers in STEM. Dr. Morse emphasizes the changing dynamics of engineering education, including the impact of COVID-19 on learning styles and the crucial role of resilience. The ... | 54m 58s | ||||||
| 5/1/24 | 126. Dr. Scyatta Wallace- Founder; Award Winning Scientist Professor | Dr. Syatta Wallace is an advocate for women in STEM and Founder of Janisaw Company. With over 15 years in developing gender-based programs, Dr. Wallace specializes in addressing the unique challenges women face in STEM careers. She shares her extensive experience in developing leadership and career development programs tailored for women in STEM. Her mission involves aiding companies in enhancing female leadership. As an award-winning scientist and professor, she draws from her own expe... | 45m 23s | ||||||
| 4/24/24 | 125. Charli Matthews; Visionary leader and Founder of Empowering Brands | This episode of Ordinarily Extraordinary Conversations with Women in STEM' features Charli Matthews, a champion for empowering women in STEM fields and trades. Charli Matthews is a visionary leader with a mission to Connect, Inform, and Educate the Global Pump Industry. Charli's groundbreaking online information and connection hub has reshaped industry communication. As a well-recognized and respected figure in key industry events, Charli bridges the gap between traditional practices ... | 1h 03m 07s | ||||||
| 3/27/24 | 124. Dr. Chanfeng Zhao - Chemist; Chemical Engineer; Entrepreneur | Dr. Chanfeng Zhao is the VP of R&D Chemistry at TriLink BioTechnologies. She has over 25 years of experience in nucleotide and modified nucleotide chemistry for sequencing and genomics applications. She co-founded MyChem LLC, a company later acquired by TriLink, specializing in ultra-pure synthetic nucleotides. Chanfeng was the CSO and Co-founder of Sequlite Genomic (acquired by Fapon International), a company that was developing NGS instruments and reagents. Previously, Dr. Zhao was one ... | 1h 02m 29s | ||||||
| 3/13/24 | 123 - Abigail Fritschel Returns. Aerospace Engineering Graduate. | Abigail Fritschel is about to graduate from Iowa State University with a degree in Aerospace Engineering. Abby was first on the podcast as Episode 13 when she had just graduated from high school in the summer of 2020. She's back to provide an update on college life, her college experience vs. her expectations, internships, Society of Women Engineers and what she'll be doing when she graduates this spring. What do we talk about in this episode? College expectations vs. reality.Why Abby almost... | 44m 20s | ||||||
| 1/10/24 | 122. Asha Devasia: Energy executive with biology & business degrees | Asha Devasia is an executive with experience in strategy, products, innovation and operations in the Energy industry. She leveraged her Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and Business and her MBA to transition to leadership early in her career. She has an entrepreneurial spirit and empathetic leadership style. What do we talk about in this episode? Asha’s career journey and how she got into strategy and leadership.Deep dive into Asha’s leadership style and roles within her career.The importance... | 46m 14s | ||||||
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2 placements across 2 markets.
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