The Smoko Podcast
By Alexis Armstrong
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The Smoko Podcast is a show that highlights the stories of women working in non-traditional roles. The scoundrels working in STEM, Trades, and Ag; and the organizations supporting them.
The Smoko Podcast is sponsored by Peggy Workwear: technical workwear designed by women, for women. From the shop floor to the boardroom, Peggy Workwear creates workwear which fits and functions for your everyday. Whatever that may be! After all, we've been in your boots.
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Toby Michaud: Wildlife biologist, WinSETT, and principal at Linkside Consulting
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Nov 12, 2025 |
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Chelsea Barron: Red Seal machinist, BCIT Instructor, and advisor for the National Indigenous Tradeswomen Advisory Circle
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Nov 05, 2025 |
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Kihana Wilson: The Astro Stud, Astrophysicist, and STEM Communicator
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Oct 29, 2025 |
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Brandy Kawulka: Owner of Tartan Contracting, Host of All Things Renovation Podcast and Journeyman Joiner
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Oct 22, 2025 |
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Lacey Rose & Jess Kaknevicius Co-founders of Women in Wood
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Oct 15, 2025 |
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Sophia Malbarosa (Pia Builds): Carpenter, Professor at Humber College, Set Designer & Multi-disciplinary Artist
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Oct 08, 2025 |
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Polly Britten: 2023 Churchill Fellow & Women in Trades Advocate
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Oct 01, 2025 |
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Aria Joughin: Founder of Make With Hardware & Learning Center
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Sep 24, 2025 |
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Rosa Fragomeni & Mathilde Tremblay from the Student Association for Geography and Environment
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Sep 17, 2025 |
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Lindsay Reynolds: Civil Engineer, Women in construction advocate and Host of She Wears Work Boots Podcast
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Sep 10, 2025 |
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Emma Priestner: Welder, Technical Education Specialist at CWB Welding Foundation and founder of Hashiriya Ladies
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Sep 03, 2025 |
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Carly Steiman: Electrician, Owner of Lady Electric, and Founder of Workbee
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Aug 27, 2025 |
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Marg Latham: Engineering Consultant & Chair for the Canadian Centre for Women in Science, Engineering, Trades and Technology (WinSETT)
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Aug 20, 2025 |
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Lindsay Lashley: Senior Project Manager, Rail Engineer, and Board Member of Black Engineers of Canada
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Aug 12, 2025 |
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Caeley Looney: Forbes 30 under 30, Aerospace Engineer and Founder at Reinvented Inc
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Aug 06, 2025 |
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Anna Lary: Master Electrician, BCIT Instructor, & BCCWITT Regional Rep
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Nov 27, 2024 |
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Sofía D. Boscio-López, Gilmarie O’Neill Medina, Charmelis A. Reyes Cruz, Laura M. Rosario Gonzalez, and Gabriela Yáñez González from Girls in Civil. A Non Profit Organization fostering diversity in Civil Engineering
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Nov 20, 2024 |
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Ashtyn Crabb: Ironworker & Local 721 Mental Health Committee member
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Nov 13, 2024 |
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Mandy Bujold: Olympian, Gender Equity Advocate, & Community Builder at GVCA
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Nov 06, 2024 |
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Tara Hogan: Estimator & Founder of Art Haus Projects
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Oct 30, 2024 |
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Rosemary Cescolini: Podcast Host & Founder of Only Women Entrepreneur
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Oct 23, 2024 |
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Chloe Arsenault: Woman in Mining Advocate & Miss Greater Sudbury
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Oct 16, 2024 |
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Mia-May Grabovac: Marine Biologist & Arctic Researcher
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Oct 09, 2024 |
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Paris Mitchell: Welder & Aluminium Ship Builder
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Oct 02, 2024 |
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Andrea Durdle: Pipe Trades Instructor at Camosun College
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Sep 25, 2024 |
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Mila Szautner: Mine Engineering Student, & Women in Mining Advocate
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Sep 18, 2024 |
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Julie Laughton: Design Builder & General Contractor
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Sep 10, 2024 |
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Makenna Kuzyk & Jana Gebara of Mission Spacewalker: A University of Alberta Space Exploration & Research Team
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Sep 04, 2024 |
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Rachel Bourne: Geotechnical and Environmental Driller
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Aug 28, 2024 |
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Katrina Van Osch-Saxon: Urban Forester, Arborist, and Professor at Fleming College
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Aug 25, 2024 |
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Jhalak Batta & UA-WISE: University of Alberta- Women in Science and Engineering Club
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Aug 21, 2024 |
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Bethany Mercieca: Carpenter, Sustainable Builder, Women in Trades Advocate
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Aug 18, 2024 |
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Katherine Andrews: Botanist, Cannabis Specialist, & Associate Director of Cultivation
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Aug 14, 2024 |
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Dr. Becky Robinson: Geochemist & Professor of Oceanography
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Aug 07, 2024 |
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Allison Short: Safety Professional, Trainer, & Co-host of the Illusion of Safety Podcast
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Jul 31, 2024 |
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Dr. Heather Jamieson: Environmental Geochemist & Professor Emerita at Queen's University
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Jul 24, 2024 |
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Katarina Hein & Becca Mann of the University of Manitoba OPUS (Organization of Physics Undergraduate Students)
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Jul 21, 2024 |
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Kaylin McLeod: Manager of Camps at UBC Geering Up Engineering Outreach
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Jul 17, 2024 |
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CCWESTT Live Interview with Keynote Speaker Caroline Mekodom
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Jul 10, 2024 |
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Cate McLellan: Carpentry Apprentice & Women in Trades Advocate
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Jun 23, 2024 |
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Dr. Molly Patterson: Oceanographer & Assistant Professor at Binghamton University
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Jun 19, 2024 |
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Nhu Nguyen: Auto Mechanic & Certified Porsche Classic Technician
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Jun 16, 2024 |
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Julie D'Altroy: Provincial Organizer at IBEW Construction Council of Ontario
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Jun 09, 2024 |
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Ritu Jhaveri: STEM Educator & Founder of Deschool Online Inc
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Jun 05, 2024 |
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Dr. Sandra Barr: Geologist, Mentor, & Professor at Acadia University
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Jun 02, 2024 |
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Shayla Aspden: Red Seal Plumber & Founder of the Tiny Technician
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May 26, 2024 |
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Kelly Kienleitner: Red Seal Electrician, Red Seal Winder, & EJTC Instructor and Mentor
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May 22, 2024 |
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Sinéad Clarkson: Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Women in Construction Advocate, and Law Masters Student
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May 19, 2024 |
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Becky Nesel: Geologist, Science Communicator, and Hudsy Host of New York ROCKS with Geo Beck
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May 15, 2024 |
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Tam Pham: Molecular Biologist and Director of Youth Engagement at SCWIST (The Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology)
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Apr 28, 2024 |
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Bardie Somerville: Carpenter, Tradie, & Mental Health Advocate
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Apr 24, 2024 |
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Dr. Kay Ramsey: Psychologist, DEI Specialist, & CEO of Tradeswomen Inc.
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Apr 21, 2024 |
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Dr. Nicole Tatman: Wildlife Biologist & Big Game Program Manager
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Apr 17, 2024 |
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Elizabeth Williams: Building Surveyor, Estimator, Supply Chain Assistant, & Women in Construction Advocate
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Apr 14, 2024 |
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Karolina Dubiel: Computer Scientist & Founder of Girls in Aerospace
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Apr 10, 2024 |
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Chrissie Caprani: Electrician & IBEW Local 529 Organizer
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Apr 07, 2024 |
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Dr. Melissa Berke: Biogeochemist, Researcher & Associate Professor at the University of Notre Dame
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Apr 03, 2024 |
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Dr. Emily Estes: Geomicrobiologist & IODP (International Ocean Discovery Program) Staff Scientist
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Feb 28, 2024 |
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Brandi Ferenc: Refrigeration mechanic, HVAC Instructor, & Founder of Fair Trades Toolbox
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Feb 21, 2024 |
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Stephanie Noon: Ironworker, Local 721 Rep, & Mental Health and Women in the Trades Advocate
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Feb 14, 2024 |
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Zoë Vestrum: Geophysicist, Geothermal Specialist, & DEI Advocate
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Feb 07, 2024 |
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Emily Pencer: Civil Engineer, Project Manager & STEAM Advocate
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Jan 31, 2024 |
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Erin Winick Anthony: Founder of STEAM Power Media, STEM Creator, & Science Communicator
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Jan 24, 2024 |
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Rachael Gray: Marine Technician, Teacher, and Geochemist
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Jan 17, 2024 |
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Dr. Lisa Weatherby: Dean of Academic Services at SAIT (Southern Alberta Institute of Technology)
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Nov 29, 2023 |
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Dr. Samantha Bova: Oceanographer, Climate Scientist, and Assistant Professor at San Diego State University
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Nov 22, 2023 |
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Lia Lamela: Electrician, Trades Advocate & Host of the Sparky Life Podcast
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Nov 15, 2023 |
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Dr. Natashya Falcone: Biomedical Engineer & Terasaki Fellow at Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation
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Nov 08, 2023 |
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Larkin Bohn: Able Bodied Seaman, Videographer, and Science Educator
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Nov 01, 2023 |
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Ayesha Iftiqhar Wilson: Electrical Engineer in Climate Technology & Open Source Hardware Maker
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Oct 25, 2023 |
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Peta Cox: Surveyor, Training Manager for Consulting Surveyors National, and Host of Defining Boundaries Podcast
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Oct 18, 2023 |
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Elizabeth Jimenez: Geoscientist & Data Manager at NOAA- National Centers for Environmental Information
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Oct 11, 2023 |
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Stephanie Hogewoning: Academic Chair for SAIT's School of Transportation, and Avionics Specialist
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Oct 04, 2023 |
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Louise Azzopardi: Heavy Duty Mechanic, Life coach, and Host of the Anxious Tradeswoman
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Sep 27, 2023 |
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Diana Iracheta: Founder of Latina Engineer and Manufacturing Engineer
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Sep 20, 2023 |
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Dr. Suzanne OConnell: Climate Scientist, Author, and Professor at Wesleyan University
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Sep 13, 2023 |
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Sanskriti Deva: Quantum Engineer & Youngest Elected Official on the UN Association's National Council
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Aug 30, 2023 |
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Marlowe Treweeke: Joiner and Founder of Tranquilo Wood Co.
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Aug 23, 2023 |
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Catrina Alexandre: Electrical Inspector and Founder of Black Women in Construction
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Aug 16, 2023 |
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Dr. Reva Bond: Dean for SAIT's School of Construction (Southern Alberta Institute of Technology)
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Aug 09, 2023 |
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Dr. Jessica Hinojosa: Climate Scientist and Nature-Based Solutions Lead
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Aug 02, 2023 |
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Emma Bellamy: Forester and Timber Development Supervisor
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Jul 26, 2023 |
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Dr. Stella Kafka: Astronomer and Executive Director of the American Meteorological Society (AMS)
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Jul 19, 2023 |
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Yahara Vazquez: Carpenter and Founder of Built By Her Construction
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Jul 12, 2023 |
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Chieh Peng: Marine Technician and Laboratory Officer at the International Ocean Discovery Program (IODP)
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Jul 05, 2023 |
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Dr. Jean Hutchinson: Geological Engineer and Professor at Queen's University
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Jun 28, 2023 |
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Patricia Robinson: Shipyard Worker & Welding Apprentice
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Jun 21, 2023 |
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Dr. Sophie Hines: Chemical Oceanographer and Assistant Scientist at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI)
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Jun 14, 2023 |
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Natalie Kovarik: Cattle Rancher and Co-Founder of the Discover Ag Podcast
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Jun 07, 2023 |
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Alexis Armstrong: Geologist, IODP Technician, & Host of the Smoko Podcast
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Jun 01, 2023 |