WISEcast is the Podcast for Women in STEM and Education and is hosted by The Wisest Women: Dr. Richa Chandra and Dr. Amber Miller. The Wisest Women is an organization bringing equity in STEM by empowering women. Through real conversations we bring awareness to the challenges women face in STEM and education. To turn these challenges into opportunities, we are inspiring others to find their place in STEM, build their tribe by making meaningful connections, and develop their voice to lift others and break down barriers.
S5.E5. The Leadership Leap: Letting Go of the Individual Contributor Identity
In this special collaboration between WISEcast (https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewisestwomen/) and the American Chemical Society Greater Houston Section (ACS-GHS) (https://acsghs.wildapricot.org/), Dr. Richa Chandra (https://www.linkedin.com/in/richachandra/) has a long-anticipated conversation with Dr. Beth Lorsbach (https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-lorsbach-4bb13610/), Global Head of Innovation and Development at Nufarm and National ACS Leader.
Beth joins us ahead of her upcoming seminar, “The Chemistry of Bourbon,” taking place on National Bourbon Day, Saturday, June 14, as part of the ACS-GHS Summer Social at LIV Bar in Downtown Houston.
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With more than 20 years at Dow AgroSciences and Corteva, Beth has helped shape the future of crop protection R&D and now leads global innovation strategy at Nufarm. She brings deep insights into both science and leadership, and in this episode, she opens up about:
🧪 Transitioning from an individual contributor to a strategic leader
🌿 Redefining value when you're no longer “hands-on”
🗣 Finding a leadership voice through pivotal and often difficult moments
⚖️ Managing expectations and letting go of the “doer” identity
🥃 A sneak peek into her scientific curiosity behind the chemistry of bourbon
🎧 Tune in for practical wisdom, candid stories, and a preview of one of the most anticipated event of the summer!
📬 Have questions for Beth before the seminar? Email us at acs-ghs@acs-ghs.org (mailto:acs-ghs@acs-ghs.org)
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🎓 Visit The Wisest Children on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnGrzJi-9jtcOTs9AMPUojw) and see how our young scientist protégés are making science accessible and fun through some STEM activities for kids!
WISEcast is featured as one of the top podcasts from the 60 Best Women in STEM Podcasts by Feedspot! (https://blog.feedspot.com/women_in_stem_podcasts/) You can connect with us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thewisestwomenpodcast/), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/thewisestwomen), YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnGrzJi-9jtcOTs9AMPUojw), LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewisestwomen) or by email at thewisestwomen@gmail.com (thewisestwomen@gmail.com).
13 Mar 2025
S5.E4. Finding Confidence as a Woman in STEM
In this episode of WISEcast, host Dr. Richa Chandra is flying solo while Dr. Amber Miller is off on an exciting journey—welcoming her second baby! But the show must go on, and in this episode, WISEcast is thrilled to collaborate with the American Chemical Society Greater Houston Section (https://acsghs.wildapricot.org/) (ACS-GHS) to bring you a special conversation with Dr. Yegin, a Research Engineer and Sustainability Expert.
Dr. Yegin offers a preview of her upcoming seminar on Food Waste and Sustainability (https://acsghs.wildapricot.org/event-6044370?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=4/21/2025) (register to attend In Person (https://acsghs.wildapricot.org/event-6044370) or Virtually ( https://acsghs.wildapricot.org/event-6113945)) while also diving into something just as crucial: building confidence as a woman in STEM. From navigating imposter syndrome to advocating for herself in an industrial research career, Dr. Yegin shares pivotal moments that shaped her journey.
Listen in as we discuss:
🔬 What confidence means in STEM and how to cultivate it
🌍 The challenges and rewards of working in industrial research
💡 Key insights for students and early-career scientists
♻️ Why food waste is a critical issue—and how research is shaping solutions
👩🔬 Advice for women battling self-doubt and imposter syndrome
Confidence doesn’t happen overnight, but it can be built—and Dr. Yegin’s story is proof of that. Email ACS-GHS (mailto: acs-ghs@acs-ghs.org) with questions you have for Dr. Yegin that she can answer at her upcoming seminar!
📢 Support WISEcast with a donation → Paypal (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=EUM8U7ZKR2UXE)
WISEcast is featured as one of the top podcasts from the 60 Best Women in STEM Podcasts by Feedspot! (https://blog.feedspot.com/women_in_stem_podcasts/) Checkout The Wisest Children on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnGrzJi-9jtcOTs9AMPUojw) and see how our young scientist protégés are making science accessible and fun through some STEM activities for kids! You can connect with us on: Instagram, Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/thewisestwomen), YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnGrzJi-9jtcOTs9AMPUojw), LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewisestwomen) or by email at thewisestwomen@gmail.com (thewisestwomen@gmail.com).
21 Nov 2024
S5.E3: From the Courtroom to the Lab: Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s Legacy
Ruth Bader Ginsburg's legacy inspires systemic change as WISEcast's Sarah Jones explores her persistence and strategic battles against gender-based discrimination in STEM fields.
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