If you're searching for an authentic, career-focused podcast, designed by STEM and healthcare professionals for STEM and healthcare professionals, you're in the right place! The White Coat White Collar® Podcast is on a mission to demystify the career landscape so STEM and healthcare students, graduates, and professionals can find the path best suited to them. In each bi-weekly episode, podcast host Dr. Aurellia Whitmore dives deep into the diverse career options in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics-related fields. Join to listen to real white coats (PhDs, PharmDs, healthcare professionals, and STEM professionals) share their unique journeys to white-collar careers.
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All the best on your career journey! Remember to take the journey one step at a time and don't be too hard on yourself – YOU GOT THIS!
Tune in as Evelyn takes us through her journey from teaching biology in the Atlanta Public school system to becoming a Science Instructional Coach for the Boston Public School system. Evelyn is passionate about educational planning and has always been an advocate for academic equity. After completing her undergraduate degree, Evelyn took a 2-year gap to become a core member of Teach for America (TFA), a national nonprofit aimed at strengthening the movement for educational equity and excellence. Evelyn’s experience with TFA influenced her decision to pursue her current aspirations where she leverages her strengths and experience as a facilitator, instructional coach, and curriculum developer.
7 Nov 2022
Applying Phressia
When it comes to college applicants, there are some who know exactly what they want to major in and those who don't. Tara Sheehy started into college fully devoted to pre-med and biology, but after completing all the requisite classes in her first year, she realized that this wasn't the path for her. After taking a marketing class, and her exposure to postgrad education, she expanded her horizons for potential career pathways and became more open to the possibilities of blending all her life experiences, especially science and creativity. On this episode, of “Applying Phreesia” or applying pressure ;), Tara shares her journey and all the twist and turns that made way to her success.
24 Oct 2022
A Taste of Knowledge
Genevieve Bell, PhD obtained her associate's & bachelor's in Psychology and her Masters & PhD in biology and Neuroscience respectively. Throughout her educational journey, Dr.Bell clearly outlined her priorities and used them to construct her plans for the future. While obtaining her Master's, she researched metabolic hormones in a molecular biophysics lab which acted as a stepping stone for her to secure a new role at the Monell Chemical Science Center, the leader in taste & smell research facilities. Dr.Bell's research revolved around taste bud organoids and how they impact the experience of taste. Shortly before the end of her research grant, Dr.Bell took a bite at a visiting professor role at the Center College in Kentucky where she now teaches undergraduate behavioral neuroscience classes. Tune in as Dr.Bell discusses the sweet and salty decisions she had to make in order to achieve her current success.
10 Oct 2022
From Labradoodles to Laboratories
After earning both her bachelor’s and Masters in biology, Christine followed her dreams of pursuing veterinary medicine. She soon learned that she wanted to transition to stem cell research. For the past 14 years, Christine has managed a stem cell laboratory at the Coriell Institute for Medical Research. Today Coriell's mission is to accelerate scientific discovery by generating world-class biomaterials and conducting groundbreaking research in biobanking, personalized medicine, and stem cell biology.
Christine hopes to see continued growth in the field of stem cell research and encourages scientists to get as much hands-on experience as they can.
26 Sept 2022
The People's Doctor
Dr. Shanae Samuels met a crossroads, she forfeited her tenured-track professorship at a prestigious university to pursue a career that would not only allow her to be closer to family but to also incorporate health services research and health policy to mitigate health disparities and access to care within her community. Tackling healthcare disparities across various communities through research collection and data analysis is the cornerstone of her current role as a research scholar. Take a look into how she works closely with physicians and medical students to change the statistics and empower patients.
12 Sept 2022
Lee the Science Guy
Lee the Scientist went from being a social lite in the Miami night scene to being a biotech and industry social lite of the life science community. In this episode, Lee takes us on the journey to securing employment in industry as a life science Ph.D. candidate. Have your notes ready as Lee drops gems on how to fully leverage Linkedin via informational interviews (fun fact…the CEO of his company found him via Linkedin). Lee also sheds light on the harsh but true reality many Scientist faces to enter industry immediately upon graduating without the name of a prominent institution on their diplomas.
29 Aug 2022
Saving This World and The Next
You may have seen Dr. Fanara sharing her expertise on National Geographic, the Science Channel, Weather Channel, Fox, or CBS; in Marvel's Unstoppable Wasp and so much more. But it doesn't stop there, Dr. Fanera also created Inspector Planet which is an educational series where she travels to some of the world’s most amazing places, and some of the world’s most gruesome, responding to environmental problems and solving them through principles of science! Tune in as she takes us through her academic and professional journey which led to her becoming the Coastal Modeling Manager for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
15 Aug 2022
A Physician’s Hairy Situation
Dr. Blumenthal, a board-certified Urologist, goes into detail about the qualifications and necessary skills needed to make the transition to cosmetic surgery. Dr. B sheds light on his personal journey and how his med school buddy influenced him to leave the hustle and bustle of Urology to begin a new career path as a hair transplant physician. His transition from saving prostates to saving hairlines… or in other words “edges” gave him the freedom and lifestyle that he desired.
1 Aug 2022
Alchemist Asia
Did you know water and oil can mix?... That’s what Cosmetic Chemist Asia Fee explains during her journey to building her company, Alchemist Asia, a science-inspired cosmetics & skincare company. Asia takes us through her journey from being a student janitor in high school to becoming a CEO and the STEM-based social media marketing guru of our time. She digs deep into her personal experiences and expresses her passion to destigmatize make-up and fashion for women in science.
18 Jul 2022
The Skincare Ambassador
Tori’s love for science and skin care extends beyond mere interest and onto the shelves in the form of OLAY's popular ultra-rich moisturizer, Regenerist. Today, Tori Moore is a cosmetic chemist at Procter & Gamble, an Olay brand ambassador, and a supporter of young women of color in STEM. Tori speaks about her experiences with time management while an undergraduate student who strategically mapped out her future career path. Her industry experience includes both qualitative and quantitative research in which she uses her knowledge to bridge the path between consumer and producer in the cosmetic industry.
4 Jul 2022
HBCU to Big Pharma… becoming a doctor at 24
Dr. Kara Glover graduated from the illustrious Florida A&M University (FAMU) through their accelerated pharmacy program at the age of 24. Towards the end of her program, Dr. Glover realized that being a retail or hospital-based pharmacist was not something that she envisioned herself pursuing indefinitely. After many interviews, much networking, and overcoming Midyear (a clinical meeting and exhibition for PharmD students), Dr. Glover was offered a position as a Postdoctoral Fellow in Oncology Global Medical Information/Medical Strategy at AstraZeneca. Tune in as she explains the importance of highlighting soft skills and business acumen, no matter your age.
17 Jun 2022
The Pursuit of Happiness (leaving academia)
On our pilot episode, we start with the journey of a life science Ph.D. professional who pursued academia with 1 goal in mind… secure a job OUTSIDE OF THE LAB! Dr. Yin-Yin W. Wang lays out her path to success and places emphasis on networking and mentorship while sharing with us her 10+ year career journey. Dr. Wang has worn many hats across the life sciences/healthcare spectrum: academic researcher, biotech scientific specialist, and management consultant. Today, she is a digital health professional, focused on leveraging Huma’s innovative platform to help people live longer, fuller, and more meaningful lives. Tune in as we uncover how her transferable skills from obtaining her Ph.D. aid in her abilities to collaborate with pharma, biotech, and healthcare partners to develop solutions that enhance patient monitoring for clinical trials and hospitals.
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1 Jun 2022
Introduction to the WCWC Podcast
Are you a STEM or healthcare student, graduate, or professional that is ready to embark on a new career journey, or maybe you're interested in learning about what jobs exist in today's market that would be applicable for someone with your background and experience?
If you answered yes to any of those questions, you're in the right place!
On the WCWC podcast, we're on a mission to demystify the career landscape so that you can find the path best suited for you. We interview active professionals that are ready to share their unique experiences, offer tips and advice and remind you that finding a fulfilling career is a journey (one you don't have to do alone). Come along as we learn, feel inspired, and prepare for our futures one step at a time.
The first episode will be released on June 20, 2022. Save the date!
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