BIG SISTERS IN STEM IS BACK
The University of Manchester’s Number One Podcast has returned with an elevated sense-of-self and a new round of experts, ready to bring topical issues into the hot seat. From fan-girling, ADHD and confidence to self-growth, 'getting it wrong' and being a trans ally - we're not afraid to get deep into these (sometimes uncomfortable) conversations. Over six episodes, our 12 guests wear their hearts on their sleeves; sharing lived experience, honest advice and platforming the voices of women and marginalised groups from all walks of life. Whether it's university students, researchers or industry experts, we discuss everything from choosing your A-Levels to fighting the entrenched class system.
Who gets to decide where you belong? Which subjects to study, what university to go to, or how to choose your path? It should be you - and only you - but the reality can be more complicated than that.
So, put your headphones on, grab a coffee and get comfy as we share stories, perspectives, and have a good old laugh while we're at it.
You thought you didn’t have sisters to turn to for advice? Oh, yes you do.
Season 2, Episode 1 What better way to start season two than with a sprinkle of inspiration? From chasing your dreams, to recognising your strengths, we are joined by two guests who have actually already met. Jari (she/her) was plucked out of a queue at a career event by Tam (she/her) who recognised what it felt like to feel drowned out by louder voices.
Season 2, Episode 2 When you hear someone say "...and then I ate my words", you know it's going to be a good episode. Joining our hosts Jasmine (she/her) and Alice (she/her) are Modinat and Ashika, cha [x] about the gift of confidence - a sprinkle of which can be the difference between a B and an A*, it turns out.
Season 2, Episode 3 What if you could change things? Break barriers, earn a PhD, be more confident? The good news is, you can. Today we're joined by Researcher Claire Brown (she/her) from The Tyndall Centre for Climate Change, who looks closely at social housing being built in the UK and Elle Franks (she/her) whose research area is all about improving our telescopes and radio signals from space.
