STEAM Powered

About STEAM Powered

Conversations with women in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medicine) about their journeys, work, passions, and what they learned along the way. We’re a diverse group of people with unique personal and professional journeys, and I want you to meet some of us. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/

Publisher

Michele Ong

Category

business · science · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

16 May 2020

Latest episode

14 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

87 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Aug 2026

   STEMM is a passport with Renae Sayers

   When is the last time you experienced wonder? Wonder is an incredible thing to experience as a child, and no less incredible as a grown-up. It's an open door that can lead to new opportunities and help you make sense of the world around you. You just have to let yourself step through it with an open mind and a willingness to find out more. Renae Sayers is Director of Strategic Initiatives at the Curtin University School of Earth and Planetary Sciences. Join us as we speak about debriefing with the stars, embracing wonder and the process of enquiry, and how STEMM is a passport that you can use to navigate your future. This episode is proudly part of Australian National Science Week, and is registered as an online event!National Science Week was established in 1997, and it's grown into one of Australia's largest festivals as a community-led, grassroots celebration supported by the Australian Government. It runs from the 15th to the 23rd of August, with heaps of events happening both in person and online right across the country. If today's conversation sparks something in you, head to scienceweek.net.au to find an event near you, or online, and get involved. About Renae Sayers Renae Sayers is Director of Strategic Initiatives at Curtin University's School of Earth and Planetary Sciences, and Chair of Inspiring Australia WA, the reference group supporting National Science Week across the state. Renae would love to tell her teenage self that the email she wrote to NASA would have career implications decades later. (And yes, that running away to join the Science Circus after her astrophysics degree will absolutely help as well.) That path ran through fire-breathing with cornflour on stages around the world, helping establish the Space Science and Technology Centre, the Binar Space Program and the AROSE consortium, launching Western Australia's first spacecraft, and setting the scene to get student-designed payloads into orbit through BinarX. More recently it ran through the Curtin Frontiers Institute for Geoscience Solutions and into the work of turning deep technical capability into positioning, funding cases and relationships. At her core, Renae loves building things and bringing people together in novel ways, often so they can see their world in a different light. She loves the creative pursuit of problem solving, and she's still figuring out what she wants to do when she grows up. Show Notes (link (https://steampoweredshow.com/shows/renae-sayers)) [00:01:45] Debriefing with the stars: Childhood reflections [00:06:57] A letter to the stars: Writing to NASA [00:10:17] Discovering science communication [00:15:58] Studying astrophysics to join the circus [00:24:12] Navigating the future of learning and careers [00:32:28] Discovery and translation in science and life [00:34:17] The relationship between science communication and science strategy [00:38:34] What you build, and what comes after [00:43:24] Knowing the endgame changes the roads taken [00:44:20] Solving for the challenges of tomorrow and the shift in the bottleneck from access to judgement [00:47:04] Building curious communities with public engagement [00:51:39] Curiosity is a pathway to empowerment [00:57:29] What advice would you give someone who would like to do what you do, and what should they ignore? [00:57:52] Your career isn't a job title [00:59:56] Embrace uncertainty and growth Connect with STEAM Powered Website (https://steampoweredshow.com/) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQc5a752mPc_XI62CS0ZKlA) | Facebook (https://facebook.com/steampoweredshow) | Instagram (https://instagram.com/steampoweredshow) | Twitter (https://twitter.com/steampoweredshw) | Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/steampoweredshow) Hosted and produced by Michele Ong (https://micheleong.com/). Music is "Gypsy Jazz in Paris 1935" by Brett Van Donsel (http://www.brettvandonselmusic.com/). This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/

2. 

   20 Mar 2026

   The power of the generalist with Ee Ting Choo

   Systems thinking allows you to see both the pain points and the potential of every situation. It's a skill that you can cultivate in yourself, and that you can help bring out in others. The key is to approach with curiosity and a mindset prepared to connect people and ideas. Ee Ting Choo is Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of ConnectingDNA. Join us as Ee Ting shares her journey of technology transfer and entrepreneurship, and looking at health through a whole system lens. About Ee Ting Choo Choo Ee Ting is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of ConnectingDNA, a wellness-genomics platform that helps individuals, families, and organisations translate DNA insights into actionable nutrition, fitness, and lifestyle strategies. With over 20 years of experience across healthtech, diagnostics, and wellness ecosystems, Ee Ting specialises in bridging complex science with real-world application. Her work spans individual wellness, corporate wellbeing programs, and the curation of multidisciplinary experts across nutrition, fitness, therapy, and preventive health. Beyond titles, Ee Ting is known for her grounded leadership style — balancing entrepreneurship, motherhood, and long-term thinking — and for helping others make sense of complexity without fear, hype, or overwhelm. Show Notes (link (https://www.steampoweredshow.com/shows/ee-ting-choo)) [00:01:10] Ee Ting's medical aspirations before chemical engineering [00:02:10] The perceived prestige of chemical engineering [00:02:55] The health benefits of semiconductors when you have respiratory issues [00:04:44] The art of technology transfer [00:08:52] The importance of EQ in management [00:09:59] Be good to your people, be good to your vendors [00:11:51] The marathon interview for Illumina [00:15:47] Thriving as a generalist [00:21:26] Fulfilment looks different for everyone [00:23:27] Leaving a secure career for entrepreneurship [00:25:39] Overcoming the fear of the unknown [00:31:52] Building ConnectingDNA for holistic health solutions [00:37:48] Ee Ting's personal health transformation through lifestyle changes [00:44:49] Finding out more about Ee Ting and ConnectingDNA Connect with STEAM Powered Website (https://steampoweredshow.com/) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQc5a752mPc_XI62CS0ZKlA) | Facebook (https://facebook.com/steampoweredshow) | Instagram (https://instagram.com/steampoweredshow) | Twitter (https://twitter.com/steampoweredshw) | Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/steampoweredshow) Hosted and produced by Michele Ong (https://micheleong.com/). Music is "Gypsy Jazz in Paris 1935" by Brett Van Donsel (http://www.brettvandonselmusic.com/). This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/

3. 

   24 Jan 2026

   The hidden STEMM powerhouse of medical imaging with Chaundria Singleton

   Every person will have experiences with medical imaging at some point in their lives. For most, the first time will be with an ultrasound before you are born. But how much do we know about this field and the professionals who are a part of our extended care team in healthcare? Chaundria Singleton is a radiologic technologist, author, speaker, and host of the podcast A Couple of Rad Techs. Join us as we speak about Chaundria's journey in radiologic technology, the breadth of scope of these careers, and how medical imaging science communication empowers both practitioners and patients for better outcomes. About Chaundria Singleton Chaundria Singleton is a nationally recognised radiologic technologist, educator, and content creator with over 20 years of experience in medical imaging. A graduate of Emory University School of Medicine's Medical Imaging Program, she holds certifications from ARRT in Radiography, MRI, and CT, and completed mammography training through MTMI. Her career spans clinical care, college MRI educator, management, travel tech, and Imaging business ownership. She has trained hundreds of students and mentored aspiring technologists, while helping healthcare brands and institutions bring visibility to imaging professionals. Chaundria is the founder and host of A Couple of Rad Techs Podcast, ranked in the top 5% globally, and author of "Rachel the Radiographer"—one of the first children's books to introduce radiologic technology as a STEM career to young readers. Known for blending clinical topics with fun, educational, and relatable storytelling, she is on a mission to let everyone know that “Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy isn’t a side hustle in healthcare.” She educates, inspires, and partners with companies who want to connect meaningfully with the medical imaging community. She has been featured in The Washington Post, NBC ATL&Co, Meditech Today, and has spoken for Siemens Healthineers, imaging societies, and national education conferences. Her platform reaches over 85K individuals through social media, newsletters, and more—bridging the gap between healthcare careers and human connection. Show Notes (link (https://steampoweredshow.com/shows/chaundria-singleton)) [00:01:04] The evolution of Chaundria's science communication. [00:01:47] Chaundria's journey to radiologic technology. [00:05:01] The scope of medical imaging careers. [00:12:51] Informatics and IT in healthcare. [00:16:18] Why medical imaging is a STEMM field. [00:19:27] Entrepreneurship in radiologic technology. [00:23:48] The misconceptions of radiologic technology and medical imaging as a career. [00:31:54] A Couple of Rad Techs. [00:34:49] Patient advocacy and safety. [00:40:18] Inspiring the next generation with "Rachel the Radiographer". [00:47:56] What advice would you give someone who wanted to do what you do, and what advice should they ignore? [00:52:40] How to find out more. Connect with STEAM Powered Website (https://steampoweredshow.com/) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQc5a752mPc_XI62CS0ZKlA) | Facebook (https://facebook.com/steampoweredshow) | Instagram (https://instagram.com/steampoweredshow) | Twitter (https://twitter.com/steampoweredshw) | Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/steampoweredshow) Hosted and produced by Michele Ong (https://micheleong.com/). Music is "Gypsy Jazz in...

Who has been a guest on STEAM Powered

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Asha Stabback
• Sally Coleman
• Sabine Bellstedt
• Sheena Lagat
• Jayashree Srinivasan

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

34,955

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

7 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 43 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

43

Social presence

0

YouTube

76

Engagement

32