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Diverse: a SWE podcast

Diverse: a SWE podcast

Written by: Society of Women Engineers
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 Welcome to Diverse, a podcast by the Society of Women Engineers. SWE gives women engineers a unique place and voice within the engineering community. On Diverse, we highlight incredible thought leaders and personalities in the STEM community and discover who they are at home, at work and in between.All rights reserved
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  • Ep 366: The Power of Jugaad in Engineering: Turning Constraints Into Creative Solutions

    Ep 366: The Power of Jugaad in Engineering: Turning Constraints Into Creative Solutions
    May 5 2026
    In this episode, members of the SWE Asian Connections Affinity Group discuss jugaad, a concept rooted in resourcefulness and frugal innovation, and how it applies in STEM spaces. Host Riddhi Attarde, lead-elect, is joined by Vidhya Prabhu, lead, and Uma Veeramani, member, to explore how engineers can use a jugaad mindset to find solutions when time or resources are limited. Drawing from their experiences in digital transformation in India, they reflect on how jugaad has helped them solve problems in creative ways without cutting corners. Hear how engineers can embrace jugaad within structured organizations, why it often starts with small pilots and experiments, and how Gen Z is putting its own spin on jugaad. Learn more about the SWE Asian Connections Affinity Group and get involved at https://affinitygroups.swe.org/asian-connections/ — The Society of Women Engineers is a powerful, global force uniting nearly 45,000 members of all genders spanning 90+ countries. We are the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit membership.swe.org.
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    24 mins
  • Ep 365: A “Mathmafishian’s” Squiggly Career Path With Alise Fox

    Ep 365: A “Mathmafishian’s” Squiggly Career Path With Alise Fox
    Apr 28 2026
    Alise Fox, an Australian mathematician, fisheries scientist, and science communicator, shares how a winding path through teaching, biomechanics, and pavement engineering led her to become a “mathmafishian” — using data to understand fish populations and support sustainable fishing policies. In conversation with host Sam East, Alise reflects on the power of “side quests” in shaping a career, from studying mushrooms with local mycology groups to painting the fish she researches for scientific reports. She also discusses her experience as a woman in STEM with late-diagnosed neurodivergence, how creativity and curiosity fuel better science communication, and why asking questions is a powerful tool for building confidence. — The Society of Women Engineers is a powerful, global force uniting nearly 45,000 members of all genders spanning 90+ countries. We are the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit membership.swe.org.
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    32 mins
  • Ep 364: Career Pivots, Culture, and Community: Stories From Arab American Women Engineers

    Ep 364: Career Pivots, Culture, and Community: Stories From Arab American Women Engineers
    Apr 21 2026
    April is National Arab American Heritage Month, celebrated each year in the U.S. to honor the contributions, stories, and impact of the Arab American community. In this episode, civil engineer and construction manager Ashwaq Alhammami and transportation project engineer Farrah Rawashdeh join host FY26 SWE President Inaas Darrat to explore their personal experiences as Arab American women in engineering. Hear how their identities shape the way they approach their STEM careers, along with examples of how they have navigated cultural differences in the workplace. They share the career pivots that led them to this moment — including starting over in a new country, walking away from a Ph.D. program, and adapting to a change in graduation plans — and reflect on the creation of the American Arab Engineering Society. — The Society of Women Engineers is a powerful, global force uniting nearly 45,000 members of all genders spanning 90+ countries. We are the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit membership.swe.org.
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    34 mins
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