Queer Quest: a quantum-inspired journey of self-discovery
From Physics World Stories Podcast by Physics World
October 27, 2025 · 45 min
About this episode
This episode features an interview with Jessica and Emily Esquivel discussing their event Queer Quest, which focuses on the intersection of science, identity, and mental health for 2SLGBTQIA+ Black and Brown individuals.
Exploring how quantum ideas can inspire liberation, identity and community
People in this episode
Host: Andrew Glester
Guests: Jessica Esquivel, Emily Esquivel
Topics covered
- quantum science
- LGBTQIA+ representation
- mental health
- community resilience
- STEAM
- identity
Keywords
- quantum
- LGBTQIA+
- mental health
- community
- STEAM
- identity
- resilience
- Queer Quest
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Fermilab, Oyanova, UNESCO
Books & works: International Year of Quantum Science and Technology
Places: Chicago
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