She's an Engineer

Hi all, sorry we have been MIA! We have been busy. Hope you all enjoy our 100th episode! - Shannon and Emma

In this episode, we discuss recent trips we have been on, some travel recommendations, how to choose where to go, housing, and general tips for when you are traveling! We hope you enjoy!

In this episode, we discuss our own experiences as women in STEM and medicine, some assumptions that have been made about us, and barriers that we have needed to overcome in our careers. We also discuss general issues that women in medicine and in STEM face, and some studies that have been published regarding these issues. We hope you enjoy! Book Shannon mentioned: Lean In: Women, Work, and the Wi...

In this episode, we discuss the history of fire management, its challenges, and the current policies regarding fire management (wildfires). We also discuss some tips on how you can protect your own home and how to create an emergency plan if a forest/wildfire occurs near your home. We hope you enjoy! Sources: Wildfires and Forest Management | The Nature Conservancy in Idaho Pnw_2005_donovan003.pdf...

In this episode, we discuss why people do no-buy/low-buy years/periods, what they are, some rules to follow, and tips on how to be successful with a no-buy or low-buy year! We hope you enjoy! Financial/Sustainable Spending Creators discussed: Shawna Ripari - https://www.youtube.com/@shawnaripari Caleb Hammer - https://www.youtube.com/calebhammer Graham Stephan/The Iced Coffee Hour - https://www.yo...

In this episode, we discuss the history of time zones, why time zones were established, the different time zones that exist currently, and daylight savings time. We hope you enjoy! Sources: https://www.bts.gov/explore-topics-and-geography/geography/geospatial-portal/history-time-zones-and-daylight-saving https://www.thoughtco.com/what-are-time-zones-1435358 https://www.timeanddate.com/time/time-zo...

Happy Holidays! In this episode, we are discussing practicing sustainability during the holidays, including why we should practice sustainability, as well as ways to be sustainable with holiday food, gifts, wrapping gifts, decor, and more! We hope you enjoy, and we will see you all again in the new year! Please check out our previous sustainability episode and our previous gifting episode from las...

In this episode, we discuss our backgrounds in hiking, our favorite hikes, and some hiking and safety tips! We hope you enjoy! Sources: Your Safety in Mountain Lion Habitat - Point Reyes National Seashore (U.S. National Park Service) How to stay safe if you encounter a moose https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/crampons-snow-ice-climbing.html

Hi all, this episode is a special one, as it is our 4th Podaversary (aka marking 4 years of publishing this podcasts)! In this episode, we talk about 3 remarkable women in STEM - Adele Goldberg, Barbara McClintock, and Beatrice Hicks. We hope you enjoy! Sources: https://www.extremenetworks.com/resources/blogs/women-who-changed-tech-dr-adele-goldberg https://computerhistory.org/profile/adele-goldbe...

In this episode, we discuss the requirements for obtaining your PE license, the PE exam, and the PE application process. Shannon also discusses her own PE license journey! We hope you enjoy! We have included a YouTube Channel that was particularly helpful with practice questions/explanations: Series Introduction - Episode 0 | 52 PE Exam Problems in 52 Weeks - YouTube Sources: PE Exam | NCEES Serie...

In this episode, we talk about The Match for medical residency programs, the timeline, materials needed, and an overview on how applicants and programs are "matched" together. We hope you enjoy! If you have any questions about the process, leave them in the question section below, or reach out to us directly!

In this episode, we discuss our experiences with field work and the manufacturing floor, problems when working in the field, and ways to improve the field work experience for women. We hope you enjoy!

In this episode, we introduce stormwater management, why it is important, permitting, standards for design, and stormwater infrastructure. We hope you enjoy! Sources: Urbanization and Stormwater Runoff | US EPA Green Infrastructure Design and Implementation | US EPA NPDES: Stormwater Best Management Practices, Stormwater Wetland (epa.gov) 6PPD-quinone | US EPA

In this episode, we discuss the benefits of sustainable architecture, its characteristics, as well as examples of sustainable architecture. We hope you enjoy! Sources: https://www.barker-associates.co.uk/service/architecture/what-is-sustainable-architecture/ https://www.thespruce.com/what-is-sustainable-architecture-4846497 https://www.thespruce.com/eco-friendly-building-materials-1821766 https://...

In this episode, we discuss the science behind pickling and fermentation, as well as how you can pickle/ferment foods yourself! We hope you enjoy! Sources: https://asiasociety.org/education/science-pickling-and-fermentations https://nchfp.uga.edu/how/pickle/general-information-pickling/general-information-on-pickling/#gsc.tab=0 https://www.foodandwine.com/vegetables/pickled-vegetables/science-vine...

In this episode, we discuss skyscrapers in the late 1920s, and the race to the sky. In this episode, we discuss 40 Wall Street, the Chrysler Building, and the Empire State Building. We hope you enjoy!

A note from Shannon and Emma: We have changed our logo! Please check it out! In this episode, we discuss skyscrapers, the history of skyscrapers, and notable skyscrapers. In part two, we will discuss the race to construct the world's tallest building. We hope you enjoy! Sources: Home Insurance Building (history.com) Manhattan Skyscrapers | American Experience | Official Site | PBS BUILDING BIG...

In this episode, we discuss the science behind earthquakes and volcanoes, as well as the history of earthquakes and volcanoes in the US, including currently active volcanoes. Sources: https://www.space.com/earthquakes-facts-science https://www.usgs.gov/faqs/how-do-volcanoes-erupt https://www.nps.gov/subjects/volcanoes/anatomy-of-a-volcano.htm https://www.usgs.gov/programs/earthquake-hazards/cool-e...

In this episode, we discuss our hobbies, and how we allocate time for hobbies, friends and family, and self-care when we have busy schedules! We hope you enjoy!!

In this episode, we discuss the history and origins of international women’s day, as well as how it is celebrated around the world.

In this episode, we discuss the role of a project manager, skills needed for project management, and tips on how to get into project management if you are interested. We hope you enjoy!

Happy Lunar New Year! In this episode, we discuss lunar new year traditions, legends, and foods eaten. We hope you have a prosperous Year of the Dragon!

In this episode, we discuss how to create long term plans ( 5 and 10 year plans), the questions to ask yourself, and resources that may be useful. We also discuss our own long-term plans, as well as tips for organizing these plans. We hope you enjoy! Sources: https://hbr.org/2023/09/how-to-develop-a-5-year-career-plan https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/how-to-make-a-5-year-pla...

In this episode, we discuss notable women in flight such as Amelia Earhart, Geraldine Mock, Willa Brown, and more, celebrating and discussing their lives and their achievements. Sources: (1) https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/amelia-earhart (2) https://sterlingflight.com/7-famous-female-aviators-besides-amelia-earhart/

Welcome to our last episode of 2023! Before we take our annual holiday break, we're going to discuss some gift ideas for friends, significant others, parents, siblings, and coworkers/supervisors. We hope you enjoy! Happy holidays and happy new year! See you all in 2024.