We Get Real AF
We Get Real AF (WeGRAF) is an upbeat lifestyle and emerging tech & science podcast packed with mentorship & practical tools that empower women to succeed professionally & personally. Not a coder or a rocket scientist? Neither are we! Our goal is to redefine feminism, bridge cultural gaps, and give practical advice for living your BEST life in a tech-enabled world. Join Vanessa Alava & Sue Robinson for REAL conversations with female leaders exploring how cutting-edge science & technology intersect with everyday life.
Podcasting since 2020 • 168 episodes
We Get Real AF
Latest Episodes
Ep. 166: We Get Real with John Samuel, Co-Founder of Ablr 360
Author, entrepreneur and disability advocate John Samuel began losing his vision at a young age. Instead of letting it limit his future, he's using his experience to expand accessibility across technology and in the workplace. Join us for an as...
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Season 4
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Episode 166
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45:27
Ep. 165: We Get Real with Shireen Hafeez, Deaf Kids Code & Cheryl Hall, Procter & Gamble - About Inclusive and Accessible Career Opportunities
People with disabilities often face an uphill battle when it comes to finding employment and career growth. Sue and Vanessa speak with Deaf Kids Code and Proctor & Gamble about how they're devising a more inclusive approach to the tal...
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Season 4
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Episode 165
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54:23
Ep. 164: We Get Real with Heather Dowdy, Director of Product Accessibility at Netflix
As Director of Product Accessibility at Netflix, Heather Dowdy is helping to ensure that Netflix entertainment is available to be enjoyed by all - with and without disabilities. Heather talks with Sue and Vanessa about how building an acc...
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Season 4
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Episode 164
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38:00
Ep. 163: We Get Real with Kristi Ray & Erika Arlee, Co-founders of HoneyHead Films
Kristi Ray & Erika Arlee are Wilmington NC- based filmmakers who are bringing their profession to young girls through their innovative summer camp, Shoot Like a Girl. Besides producing their own mission-driven original films through their c...
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Season 4
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Episode 163
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55:34
Ep. 162 How to Support those who struggle during the holiday season
The holidays can be an especially hard time of year for someone in pain. Mammogen's CEO Liz Cormier-May has some advice for ways to show support. Talent Specialist Alisa Walters helps us vet the "Best Places to Work" lists, and we h...
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Season 3
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Episode 162
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27:14