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Quota Hire or Qualified? Women Owning Their Power in Engineering
Jan 8, 2026
50m 25s
Leadership starts with Understanding YOURSELF | Renowned leadership expert Dr Gretchen Gagel
Aug 25, 2025
50m 39s
Nobody gets into engineering for the money: Engineer and Philanthropist Steve Adamthwaite
Jul 21, 2025
59m 50s
Sascha Kurz: What It Takes to Build a Consultancy from the Ground Up
Mar 28, 2025
54m 47s
Annalie Howling: Set yourself free from shame, recognise burnout and live life on your terms
Jan 27, 2025
1h 07m 45s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 1/8/26 | ![]() Quota Hire or Qualified? Women Owning Their Power in Engineering✨ | women in engineeringcareer development+4 | Carolina MayolJasmine Wiklander | — | — | quota hirequalified+5 | — | 50m 25s | |
| 8/25/25 | ![]() Leadership starts with Understanding YOURSELF | Renowned leadership expert Dr Gretchen Gagel✨ | leadershipinnovation+4 | Dr. Gretchen Gagel | Acast | — | leadershipinnovation+5 | — | 50m 39s | |
| 7/21/25 | ![]() Nobody gets into engineering for the money: Engineer and Philanthropist Steve Adamthwaite✨ | engineeringphilanthropy+4 | Steve Adamthwaite | Arup | — | engineeringphilanthropy+5 | — | 59m 50s | |
| 3/28/25 | ![]() Sascha Kurz: What It Takes to Build a Consultancy from the Ground Up✨ | consultancyengineering+4 | Sascha Kurz | IPS Consulting | Queensland | consultancyengineering+7 | — | 54m 47s | |
| 1/27/25 | ![]() Annalie Howling: Set yourself free from shame, recognise burnout and live life on your terms✨ | shameburnout+3 | Annalie Howling | Unapologetic: Unshackle Your Shame, Reclaim Your Power | — | shameburnout+3 | — | 1h 07m 45s | |
| 11/11/24 | ![]() David Bainbrigge: The Executive Leadership Expert✨ | leadershipdiversity+3 | David Bainbrigge | — | — | executive leadershipcoaching+3 | — | 59m 13s | |
| 7/30/24 | ![]() Darren Flynn: The entrepreneurial engineer✨ | entrepreneurshipengineering+3 | Darren Flynn | LinkedIn | AustraliaVietnam | entrepreneurial engineerwater infrastructure+3 | — | 51m 15s | |
| 7/9/24 | ![]() Roberta Brosco: Let go of your self judgement - advice from a professional self development coach✨ | mindfulnessself development+3 | Roberta Brosco | — | — | mindfulnessself judgement+5 | Design & Build Recruitment | 52m 26s | |
| 5/27/24 | ![]() Fiona McDonald: Pursuit, Passion and Promise leader of 2023✨ | innovationdiversity and inclusion+3 | Fiona McDonald | Roads AustraliaInnovation: an Emerging Leaders Perspective | New South Wales | Fiona McDonaldinnovation+5 | — | 50m 25s | |
| 4/17/24 | ![]() Josh Yates: Treat the janitor with the same respect as the CEO✨ | leadershipentrepreneurship+3 | Josh Yates | Landy AdvisoryTweed Seagulls Rugby League Football Club+1 | — | leadership styleentrepreneurial journey+3 | Design & Build Recruitment | 49m 01s | |
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| 4/2/24 | ![]() Rhianna Di Trapani: Creating a healthy relationship with change | Join Laura and Sohan in their interview with Rhianna Di Trapani, the civil construction professional turned director of her very own company - Virtual Civil Consulting! From juggling two degrees and two part-time jobs to managing 20-million dollar projects in the construction industry - Rhianna is an inspiration for young women in STEM wanting to reach the stars.At just 15 years old, Rhianna moved from Dubai to Australia and embraced new cultures. In this episode, Rhianna uncovers the keys to building a healthy relationship with change, growing through learning, and taking courageous leaps in both work and life. You don’t want to miss this one.The You Don't Look Like an Engineer Podcast is proudly supported by Design & Build RecruitmentHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 2/20/24 | ![]() Miranda Swift: The 13-year old grabbing everyone's attention | Join Sohan and Laura as they interview Miranda Swift, a rising star in engineering. Discover how she kickstarted her career in high school, evolving from a part-time worker to a cadet civil engineer. Miranda's passion for enhancing STEM opportunities for rural girls is palpable as she discusses her initiatives to boost their job prospects and education. Learn about her groundbreaking project, 'Hustle,' aimed at mentoring aspiring engineers, and her accolades including the 2022 NAWIC University Student of the Year. With a focus on advocating for women in STEM, Miranda's insights offer a refreshing perspective on industry challenges and mindset improvements. Tune in for an inspiring conversation with this remarkable young talent!The You Don't Look Like an Engineer Podcast is proudly supported by Design & Build RecruitmentHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 2/3/24 | ![]() Angela Hucker: Creating a successful journey in spite of gender biases | In this episode, Lau and Sohan host Angela Hucker, CEO of EPIC. Angela shares experiences from her career, spanning two decades in male-dominated industries. She talks about learning to rise to the occasion, how you can jump into a new role and learn to fit into it. She talks about the changes the industry has been through, in recognising female talent and fostering better, more inclusive cultures. Angela talks about how recognising biases was difficult in her earlier career, when it was hard to understand that certain behaviour was warranted to gender stereotypes. A badass in her own field, Angela has a remarkable portfolio including multimillion dollar projects in oil, gas and infrastructure, and even a spotlight on US TV Show “Mega Structures”. The conversation explores the importance of fostering an open mindset in the construction industry and delves into the challenges of FIFO work. She shares about her latest venture EPIC, which seeks to empower those in construction.Join us for this episode to hear Angela's practical career insights and genuine take on gender quotas and their impact on the industry.The You Don't Look Like an Engineer Podcast is proudly supported by Design & Build RecruitmentHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 1/24/24 | ![]() Akshay Shewale: Taj Mahal wasn't built in a day, keep putting one foot forward | In Episode 33, Sohan and Laura are joined by Akshaye Shewale, the visionary owner of Mebumi. Mebumi is at the forefront of the future, revolutionising the outsourcing of engineering from India, the world's largest producer of engineers.In this episode, we delve into the art of mustering the courage to pursue your dreams, maximising the potential of the resources at your disposal, and breaking free from the fear of judgment that often impedes our progress. Join us to discover an inspiring narrative about how a global pandemic can serve as a catalyst for new business endeavors and foster stronger personal connections with family and friends.If you find yourself grappling with the challenge of taking that monumental leap forward, this one's tailor-made for you. Tune in for a compelling journey that promises motivation, insights, and a fresh perspective on overcoming obstacles. Don't miss out on this opportunity to transform your aspirations into reality!The You Don't Look Like an Engineer Podcast is proudly supported by Design & Build RecruitmentHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 12/21/23 | ![]() Engineering for Humanity: Daniel Lambert’s Journey | Join Laura and Sohan as they unravel the extraordinary engineering journey of Daniel Lambert, an Entrepreneur, Innovator, and Humanitarian engineer specialising in Water, Energy, and Resources.This episode delves into the diverse skills essential to engineering, which challenge the misconception that STEM is solely mathematical. Daniel shares valuable insights on work-life balance and aligning work with purpose, providing a glimpse into his impactful contributions to water resources.Tune in to explore the dynamic world of engineering and discover how to recalibrate your professional compass for a more purposeful journey.Thank you to our sponsors, Design & Build Recruitment ⚡️Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 12/20/23 | ![]() Marzena Bilicka: Being seen and heard as a female in the industry | In the latest episode of the You Don't Look Like an Engineer podcast, Sohan and Laura get into the nitty and gritty with Marzena Bilicka. A civil engineer from Poland, with experience in England and Australia for the past 14 years, Marzena is an experienced engineer, a mother of two and passionate about art. She shares her invaluable experiences on how to know your worth, not take bullshit, voice your opinions, better develop as a young engineer and what they don't tell you about coming back from maternity leave. You don't want to miss this one. , Check out her amazing nursery artwork through the link below. We all agree that art is her second calling! White Fox TribeThank you to our sponsors, Design & Build Recruitment ⚡️Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 12/13/23 | ![]() Glass Cliffs: out of the frying pan into the fire | Join Laura and Sohan as they delve into the hidden challenges women encounter in leadership roles – a discussion centered around the glass cliff phenomenon. This phenomenon unfolds when women step into leadership roles amidst precarious situations, significantly impacting their leadership journeys and career progression.Tune in to unravel the complexities of the glass cliff, understand its implications, and discover proactive steps to prevent its occurrence.Don't miss this insightful episode that navigates the path towards breaking barriers in women's leadership.Thank you to our sponsors, Design & Build Recruitment ⚡️Want to learn more about the Engineers Australia Excellence awards? Click here!Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 10/31/23 | ![]() Andrew MacGregor: The mindset change that creates workplaces where people want to stay | To celebrate their 30th Episode, Lau and Sohan sit down with Andrew McGregor - the male ally who has supported the You don't Look Like an Engineer Podcast since its inception. Andrew is the Managing Director for Design & Build and has been in the recruitment industry for 17 years. In this episode, Andrew shares his insights into some of the most critical challenges the construction and engineering industry face at the moment - poor leadership, talent attraction and retention. This casual conversation shares the wisdom of a professional who is passionate about diversity, inclusion and creating an environment of trust at the workplace. Tune in to enjoy an insightful conversation, regardless of what industry you are part of, you would benefit from listening to this. Want to reach out to Andy or anyone on the Design & Build team ? click here ⚡️Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 10/24/23 | ![]() The elephant in the corporate room: tips for career success and longevity | Almost 82% of jobs these days are sedentary in nature, while humans are built for the opposite. On of the unspoken challenges about desk jobs are maintaining movement in your routine, which balances your mental and physical self to bring your best to work. Laura and Sohan team up with Erika Gomez for another chat, this time, focusing on the importance of habits, bringing in playfulness in your routines and their own personal journeys in the world of fitness. Join in on the conversation of how to make the most of your movement, while you’re mostly seated. Thank you to our sponsors, Design & Build Recruitment ⚡️Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 9/16/23 | ![]() Stop Playing Catch up: How to thrive with the unfamiliar | Join Sohan and Lau as they candidly share their recent workplace experiences. Both are currently in the midst of significant career transitions, and their story is both relatable and inspiring. 🚀Throughout the episode, Sohan and Lau provide valuable insights into the strategies and mindset shifts that have allowed them to navigate these professional shifts. Highlighting the importance of proactivity, by seeking opportunities and advocating for themselves, they've found roles that better align with their current selves.The episode's central theme is proactivity, self-advocacy, and adaptability. Sohan and Lau encourage listeners to take control of their career paths and embrace change to match their evolving identities and aspirations.This episode serves as inspiration and a practical guide for those facing similar career transitions. Thank you to our sponsors, Design & Build Recruitment ⚡️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 9/1/23 | ![]() Margaret Gayen: The Glasgow Commonwealth Games Athlete and 2022 SA Engineer of the year | In this episode, Laura and Sohan chat with Margaret Gayen, a former athlete, skilled public speaker, and mechanical engineer. Margaret shares her journey of excelling as a university student while actively participating in athletics, dealing with self-comparison during her career, and smoothly transitioning from sports to becoming a full-time mechanical engineer.Margaret dives into her latest project, a collaborative report with colleague Carina Nixon. The report delves into gender bias, discrimination, sexual harassment, and assault within the engineering industry. It's a must-read for anyone interested in understanding workplace challenges.Check out the report here ✨👏🏽Thank you to our sponsors, Design & Build Recruitment ⚡️Enjoy the episode.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 8/19/23 | ![]() 9 to 5 is no bueno | In Laura and Sohan's latest conversation, they delve into the origins of the 8-8-8 split within the working day. Their conversation takes a look at how the conventional 9-5 work routine has evolved throughout the last century.This podcast explores how societal influences have moulded our work environments, prompting a critical reevaluation of the standard 5-day workweek. This episode examines the emerging trends such as 4-day week and 6-hour workdays many companies are now experimenting with; addressing the potential implications of this shifting landscape on work-life balance. If you've ever pondered the history behind the 9-5, 5-day workweek, or if you believe it's time for change, this episode is a must-listen. Thank you to our sponsors, Design & Build Recruitment ⚡️ | — | ||||||
| 8/7/23 | ![]() Deanna Hood: The Roboticist Who’s All About Human Connection | In this episode, Lau and Sohan had a captivating conversation with Deanna Hood, Australia's 2022 Young Engineer of the Year. A mathematical prodigy who completed high school at 15. She harnessed her talents in robotics and electrical engineering to make groundbreaking contributions, such as developing spray-on skin for burn victims and brain chips for paralysed patients. Yet, she reveals how close she came to missing out on it all. Her mission now is to spread awareness about STEM, especially among young girls, showcasing the world of possibilities within these careers. Tune in to uncover her transformative story and the lessons of pushing beyond boundaries, making sacrifices to pursuing long-term goals beyond a 9-5 role.Don't want to miss a thing? Link to Deanna's Website to keep up with her latest news.Follow Deanna on TikTok - Deanna was bullied into creating TikTok by some school students and now she uses it to stay in touch with them and provide ongoing mentoring after school visits. Thank you to our sponsors, Design & Build Recruitment ⚡️ | — | ||||||
| 9/9/22 | ![]() The art of quiet confidence: have we been getting it wrong? | In this episode, Laura and Sohan explore what it really means to be confident, whether we have been given the right tools to date and how to improve your confidence. The confidence gap between men and women being a prominent issue in, and outside of, the workforce, the episode uncovers the psychology of confidence and how you can use it to improve your work and life, without face value advice to 'fake it 'til you make it'. | — | ||||||
| 8/7/22 | ![]() Wolfgang Dempsey: Big change starts small | To celebrate their 10th episode, Laura and Sohan have a very special guest, Wolfgang Dempsey. Wolfy is a Senior Mechanical Engineer who served in the Royal Navy for over 20 years. Listen to to hear how Wolfgang’s childhood experiences shaped him to champion for equality, inclusion and real change. Massive thanks to our sponsors: Design and Build Recruitment | — | ||||||
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