Ordinarily Extraordinary - Conversations with women in STEM
I’m an electrical engineer who enjoys listening to and sharing stories of ordinarily extraordinary women that work in STEM fields. The women featured on these episodes work in different STEM fields, are at different phases in their careers, and bring their unique perspectives and stories. I am endlessly fascinated by what these women do, how they have navigated their careers, balanced families, and why they made the career choices they did. Most STEM fields are dominated by men which makes for unique circumstances for women to navigate. It’s a privilege to be able to share their stories through this podcast.
Ordinarily Extraordinary - Conversations with women in STEM
117. Liz Lee Heinecke; Scientist and Science Communicator; Author & Media Personality
Liz Lee Heinecke is an author and media figure for science and STEM. She has loved science she was young which drew her to study molecular biology where she worked in research for ten years. As she transitioned to parenting, she began sharing her love of science through experiments with her kids which became the basis for her books and media appearances. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Art and a Master's Degree in Bacteriology.
What do we talk about in this episode?
- How Liz got involved in writing and media appearances in STEM.
- How you can potentially get involved in presenting STEM on TV.
- Her philosophy about saying "yes" and trying anything which has led to great experiences.
- Teachers can put kids on a good or bad trajectory. They have a lot of influence - good or bad.
- Math is a language and should be taught as a language.
- Experiment Outside the Box.
Music used in the podcast: Higher Up, Silverman Sound Studio
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Resources
Liz's website with her books and appearances: www.lizleeheincke.com
Connect with Liz here: Email at lizleeheinecke@gmail.com or find her @lizheinecke on Instagram, @kitchpantrysci on Twitter and Liz Heinecke, The Kitchen Pantry Scientist on Facebook.
Books:
Kitchen Science Lab for Kids, Edible Edition
She Can STEM: 50 Trailblazing Women in Science From Ancient History to Now
Super Fun Kitchen Science Experiments for Kids: 52 Family Friendly Experiments From Around the World
Radiant: The Dancer, The Scientist, and a Friendship Forged in Light
