The STEMcast
Latifa Al-Khalifa
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Let's talk #STEM! 🧪⚙️🔬
The STEMcast is a short, monthly chat on anything and everything STEM....offering on-the-go insights into current events and compelling STEM stories that empower and inspire! 💡
Hosted by Latifa Al-Khalifa, EDUpreneur, Co-Founder and CEO of Clever Play.
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6 days ago
How I Got into Microsoft Without a College Degree (ft. Ken Figueras)
Tune in to our episode today where we speak to Ken Figueras, a Microsoft Account Executive and IT enthusiast. He shares his journey of taking the non-conventional route to education and climbing that corporate ladder. He believes that experience and failure are the best teachers. Listen in as he gives us tips on how to succeed in your career, armed with just soft skills and the eagerness to learn!
Jan 26, 2021
What It Feels Like To Be a Woman in Tech
On this episode of the STEMcast, we speak to Hayat Abu AlHassan, a software engineer and entrepreneur about her experience working in tech. She shares key skills and lessons learned, and speaks to us about her tech startup, Sweech, and so much more.
Jan 13, 2021
Learn to Play; Play to Learn (Ft. Reddy2Go)
On today’s episode of the podcast, I sat down with Reddy2Go, an interesting individual I met online and a huge advocate for play! If you’ve been following alongside our STEMcast journey, you know just how much we emphasize the importance of making learning playful.
We talked about the importance of injecting play in learning, how we can introduce more playtime in our lives, what he does for play, and how by just having a playful perspective you open up more opportunities to invite joy into your life.
Let’s play!
Jan 5, 2021
Why Unlearning Matters- and Where to Start (Ft. Shireen Jaffer)
Join us on this episode of STEMcast with Shireen Jaffer, Co-Founder and CEO of Edvo where we speak about how unlearning is the new learning. We dig in to why Shireen believes there's just as much value in "relearning" and "unlearning" and why thinking for yourself is one of the most important skills you can ever develop!
Dec 27, 2020
Why Computer Science Matters More than Ever (ft. Mohammed Buallay)
In celebration of Computer Science Week, we speak to Mohammed Buallay, a Machine Learning Engineer from Bahrain. Mohammed is a long time tinkerer and spends his time empowering companies with artificial intelligence and sharing his knowledge as part of a few volunteering initiatives, including Google Developers Group Manama. In this episode, we talk about why computer science matters today, the key skills required in today's economy, tips for STEM students and more. Enjoy!
Dec 19, 2020
Why Science Education is Important in Early Childhood (Ft. Dr. Jenni Vartiainen)
Listen in as we chat with Finnish researcher and founder, Dr. Jenni Vartiainen. We talked about the importance of introducing science in early childhood, the importance of storytelling, failing and playtime for children (and adults!). This episode is packed with tons of value for all the parents and educators out there.
This podcast is sponsored by Zain Bahrain, the innovative telecommunications company which aims to contribute to and spread awareness on current important matters and link it to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The topics range from Climate Change within the MENA region, Inclusivity, the Youth, Sustainable Businesses, and more. By sponsoring this podcast, Zain aims to contribute to a meaningful conversation which shifts mindsets in order to develop and empower communities within Bahrain and the region.
Dec 8, 2020
Teach Yourself to Be Creative (Ft. Eisa Alhabib)
Listen in to this week's episode with award-winning film maker, Eisa Alhabib. We talk about how he got into film making when he was young, how he lost his way when he traveled to Canada and how his passion for filmmaking fuels him every single day to provide value and make a positive impact on the lives of others.
Dec 1, 2020
Secured in Her Craft: Securing the Digital Platform (ft. Dalal Alharthi)
Listen in as we chat with a Saudi woman making her mark in Cyberspace by engineering safety into the digital plane.
Nov 23, 2020
Wonder Kid, Wondering Up (Ft. Adam El Rafey)
Put on your headsets and cozy up to our newest podcast episode featuring 10-year old wiz Adam El Rafey breezing through STEAM achievements way ahead of his years!
Nov 16, 2020
Chasing Space on Earth (ft. Dr. Shawna Pandya)
Listen in to our conversation with a one-woman multi-expertise team: Dr. Shawna Pandya. She is not your typical scientist, doctor, businesswoman or teacher. She is a lifelong learner and an inspiration to women and men, near and far. We can’t wait for you to join us and be inspired!
Nov 3, 2020
Engineer by Day; Entreprenur by Night (ft. Mohanna Al Sulaiti)
How does a full-time marine engineer by day find the time to create a mobile app? Listen in to our conversation with a local STEM talent making waves both in the maritime and social media industry.
Oct 12, 2020
Meet the Artist Using Virtual Reality as Her Canvas (ft. Nayla Al-Khalifa)
Listen in to our conversation with a home-grown Bahraini Virtual reality artist who is crafting an immersive artistic experience like nothing you’ve ever tried. Hear her pioneering journey through art.
Oct 6, 2020
Team Mars: Young Colony Designers (ft. Malak & Yousif Ebrahim)
Listen is as we chat with our youngest guests yet- children who build a winning Martian Colony using space wit and bare hands!
Sep 28, 2020
Young Arab Mars Scientist (ft. Noora Alsaeed )
Listen in as we chat with an Emirati scientist lending her voice and vision on Mars Exploration.
Sep 21, 2020
Setting Sights Deep into Space (ft. Thabet Al Qaissieh)
Listen in to a remarkable talk with someone who has seen fascinating wonders out in space right from the lenses of his observatory.
Sep 14, 2020
Rocket Woman Launching Dreams Made for Space (ft. Mishaal Ashemimry)
Listen in to a remarkable aerospace engineer talk about her beginnings and brightest hopes for the Arab’s Race to Space.
Sep 8, 2020
Communication for Innovative Corporate Response (ft. Sh. Abdulla Al-Khalifa)
Tune in as Zain Telecom’s Communications and Investor Relations Direction talks to STEMcast about bridging gender gaps in STEM Education and connecting the youth to future skills.
Aug 31, 2020
A Young Lady Opening Tech Doors for Women and Girls (ft. Audrey Pe)
Listen in to a chat with one of the youngest founders of a non-profit organization. At 15, Audrey Pe established Wi-Tech (Women in Technology) to provide access and encourage tech pursuits among women and girls.
Aug 24, 2020
Math Teacher Like No Other (ft. Chris Woods)
Meet one committed STEM communicator Chris Woods who is connecting with students and teachers to deliver your everyday science and math.
Aug 17, 2020
A Story of Engineering and Science, from the UAE to the UK (ft. Huda Ahli)
Listen in to a PhD student looking at future jobs from the lens of the youth. Get curious about science and the magic of STEM!
Aug 10, 2020
Putting the T in STEM (ft. Ameen Altajer)
Listen in to a friendly talk on all things tech as our guest demystifies game changing technologies, like artificial intelligence, machine learning and the recently introduced technology, GPT-3. What does this mean for the future of education? Find out here.
Aug 3, 2020
A Day in the Life of a Space Data Analyst (ft. Shaima Almeer)
Listen in to a young Bahraini innovator share her thoughts and tips on getting excited about tech that transforms our everyday experiences.
Jul 27, 2020
Inspired Teachers, Engaged Learners (ft. Jorge Valenzuela)
Listen in to Educator and Lifelong Learning Advocate Jorge Valenzuela share practical tips on how to face future learning and online classrooms with calm, confidence and compassion. Teachers and parents, this one is for you!
Jul 13, 2020
A Leap of Faith All the Way to Space Science (ft. Ahlam Al Qasim)
In the pilot episode of STEMcast, listen in to a chat with a young but strong voice in STEM, Ms. Ahlam Al Qasim. She brings science wonders down to earth to tell the youth anyone can go as high as their curiosity and perseverance takes them.