Read It Right Radio Show

In this episode, I talk with Shermaine Perry-Knights, Founder & CEO of Young Black Scholars, about Empowering Minds in STEM: Nurturing Curiosity and Creativity. Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Shermaine Perry-Knights: How did your background and experiences shape your passion for STEM education? What strategies do you find most effective in fostering curiosity and creativity among young s...

In this episode, I talk with Jamiayah Castleberry, Product Systems Validation Engineer at Cummins Incorporated, about Science Jamz: Communicating Science to Inspire the Next Generation. Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Jamiayah: How did you get started in your engineering career? Can you describe your role as a Product Systems Validation Engineer and the challenges you face day-to-day? How has...

In this episode, I talk with Akil Parker, CEO of All This Math, LLC, about Empowering Students: The Impact of Culturally Responsive Math Education. Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Akil Parker: How does culturally responsive math education differ from traditional approaches? What are the benefits of integrating cultural relevance into math curriculum? How can educators effectively implement cu...

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Cristi Haygood, CEO of Alyse Engineering Innovations, LLC, about her inspiring journey from engineer to executive in the STEM field. Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Dr. Cristi Haygood: What motivated you to transition from engineering to executive leadership? What were some of the challenges you faced along the way? How did your background in engineering shape...

In this episode, I have the pleasure of chatting with various STEM Crew Magazine Trailblazers features, about the newly launched STEM Crew Magazine. Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask: What inspired you to create STEM Crew Magazine, and what gap does it fill in the STEM education landscape? Could you share some insights into the magazine's content and how it aims to inspire young minds in S...

In this episode, I talk with Kenya Simmons, Program Manager at Honeywell and Founder of Sister Girl Dream Big, LLC, about crafting your yellow brick road to success in STEM.  Here are some of the questions I ask Kenya: How did you get started in STEM and what inspired you to found Sister Girl Dream Big, LLC? What challenges did you face as a woman and a minority in the engineering field, and how d...

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Natoshia Anderson, Director of LINGO, about Coding for STEM Empowerment. Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Dr. Anderson: How did you get started with your work at LINGO? Can you share more about LINGO and its founder, Aisha Bowe? Who do you help through LINGO, and how do you do it? What role does representation play in your work and in the world of STEM? Can you...

In this episode, I sit down with Emalia Denoon, Founder of STEM, Braids & Beyond. Today, we’re exploring "The STEM Gap Problem No One Knows Exists." Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Emalia Denoon: Could you tell the listeners about your journey? How did you get to where you are today? Who do you help in your business now, and how do you support underrepresented communities in STE...

In this episode, I sit down with Beverly Hutcherson, Reproductive Biologist and Administrator at UW Madison, and Founder/CEO of Scientific Motivations. Today, we’re exploring "Navigating Academia as a Black Professional." Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Beverly Hutcherson: Could you tell the listeners about your journey? How did you get to where you are today? Who do you help in you...

In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with AJ Kikumoto, CEO of Queen Publishing Agency. We dive deep into a compelling topic: "Unveiling STEM's Mental Toughness: Empowerment for Success." Here are Some of the Key Questions I Ask AJ Kikumoto Include: How did your journey begin? What led you to where you are today as the CEO of Queen Publishing Agency and an author? Can you...

In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Arthur Antoine, Senior Project Manager at Mott MacDonald. We delve into an insightful discussion on "Navigating STEM Success: Insights from a Senior Project Manager's Journey." Here are Some of the Key Questions I Ask Dr. Arthur Antoine Include: How did your journey begin? What led you to where you are today as a Senior Proje...

In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with O’Neil Barnaby, the Founder and Director of The Black Math Academy. We dive deep into "Cracking the Code of Effective STEM Curriculum: Strategies from The Black Math Academy." Here are Some of the Key Questions I Ask O’Neil Barnaby Include: How did The Black Math Academy’s innovative approaches contribute to nurturing mathematics skil...

In this episode, I had the privilege of speaking with Dominique Carson, the Lead Licensed Massage Practitioner at Green Leaf & Pebble Med Spa and a Freelance Journalist. Our discussion focused on "Empowering Diversity: Integrating Massage Therapy into the STEM Narrative." Here are Some of the Key Questions I Asked Dominique Carson Include: How did you get started in your journey as a...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dani the Engineer, a Civil Engineer and STEM Content Creator, about the intersection of Civil Engineering and STEM Outreach. We delved into the importance of civil engineering in our infrastructure and how STEM outreach can inspire the next generation of engineers. Here are some Key Questions I Asked Dani Include: How did you get started in civi...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Sylvia Olayinka-Olaniyi, the Founder of the Brainhouse Company, about Makerspaces: Learning Through Inquiry. We delved into the role of makerspaces in fostering inquiry-based learning and how these environments can be adapted to support different learning styles and abilities, particularly in early childhood education. Here are some Key Question...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Neil Thompson, the Author and Founder of Teach the Geek, about Curly Hair and Curious Minds: Exploring STEM Concepts Through Children's Books. We delved into how children's books can be an engaging tool to introduce complex STEM concepts to young minds, particularly through relatable themes and storytelling. Here are some Key Questions...

In this episode, I talk about STEAM Education as the Foundation of Global Development and Digital Transformation. Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Gwatoh Kroma: How did you get started in the work you’re doing today? Can you share your motivation for driving digital transformation in Liberia and West Africa? What challenges and opportunities have you faced while implementing STEAM programs? Ho...

In this episode, I dive into the fascinating topic of What Makes a Student "Good at Math" with Tiffany Layton. Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Tiffany: What do you believe defines a student as being "good at math"? Are there common misconceptions about mathematical ability? How much of success in math is natural talent versus learned skills? What role do teaching methods p...

In this episode, I talk about inspiring youth in STEM education. Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Patrick Harris: What sparked your passion for STEM education and youth empowerment? How can educators make STEM more accessible and engaging for underrepresented communities? What role does mentorship play in guiding students toward STEM careers? How do we address challenges like limited resources...

In this episode, I talk about STEM Programs and Scaling. Here are some of the questions I ask Brian Ware, Programs Director of Hands-On Technology Education: What are the key challenges when scaling STEM programs, and how do you overcome them? How do you tailor STEM programs to engage students of different backgrounds and skill levels? Can you share some successful strategies for building communit...

In This Episode, I talk about how to identify and leverage your non-technical skills to make a significant impact in the workplace, regardless of your industry or role. Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Daria Rosen: How did you identify your non-technical skills as key assets in your career? What are some examples of transferable skills that people often overlook? How can professionals showcase...

In this episode, I talk about Robotics and Lab Automation in the World of STEM. Here are some of the questions I ask Rich Gilliam, Founder of STEM Plug and Automation Engineer with GRAIL: How did you first get involved with robotics and automation, and what drew you to this field? Can you share insights on how automation is transforming the STEM industry, especially in lab environments? What are s...

In this episode, I talk about Equity & Access: Being Intentional in Removing Barriers to STEM. Here are some of the questions I ask Tara 'TJ' Olenja: How can we break down the barriers that prevent marginalized communities from accessing STEM opportunities? What strategies have you found to be most effective in fostering equity within STEM education? How do we ensure that all student...

In This Episode, I Talk About STEM Connections: Empowering Girls Through Networking and Mentoring Here are some of the questions I ask Calliope Speredakos, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Girls' STEMpede: What inspired you to create Girls' STEMpede, and how has it grown since its inception? How do you see mentorship and networking shaping the future of young girls in STEM? What advice wou...

In this episode, I talk about Tech for Tomorrow: INTech Foundation Empowering Girls in STEM. Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Jerika Simone: What inspired the founding of INTech Foundation, and how has its mission evolved over time? How does INTech Foundation identify and support young girls in STEM? Can you share some success stories from the girls who have participated in your programs? What...