From where does it STEM?

From where does it STEM?

JP Flores

Episodes 72
Avg. Duration 51m
Activity Dormant
Apple Rating 4.3 (6)
Since Sep 2020
Latest Episode Feb 2026

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About This Podcast

Studying STEM can be daunting, difficult, and inaccessible- especially to students in marginalized, underrepresented communities. Prominent scientists seem to have something "innate"" which discourages students from pursuing STEM. However, there is more than meets the eye. In this podcast, I set out to capture stories of resilience, scientific journeys, and inspiration that have built and shaped many diverse scientists. We want to get down to the roots and ask the real question... from where does it STEM?

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Recent Episodes

S4E32 Introducing a New Atlas for Latin American Scientists: Camila, Maria, Joss, & Esteban

Feb 06, 2026 52m

JP hosts a roundtable with four early-career scientists launching the Atlas of Inspiring Latin American Scientists, a new project amplifying representation, mentorship, and global collaboration. A…

S4E31 Redefining Success in Science: Sheeva Azma

Feb 04, 2026 1h 7m

What happens when the academic path doesn’t work out but the love for science never fades? Sheeva Azma shares how she left her PhD, built a career in science journalism and policy, founded Fancy…

S4E30 Careers in Space Biology: Dr. Chris Mason & Dr. Afshin Behesti

Feb 02, 2026 53m

From physics to genomics to NASA, Dr. Chris Mason and Dr. Afshin Beheshti share the unconventional paths that led them into space biology. We talk about collaboration, GeneLab working groups, how…

S4E29 Building the Tools That Built Genomics: Dr. Steve Henikoff

Jan 30, 2026 48m

HHMI Investigator Steven Henikoff shares the untold story behind BLOSUM matrices, centromere biology, and the early days of computational genomics. From being drafted during Vietnam to shaping how we…

S4E28 From Manjimup to Manhattan: Dr. Shane Liddelow

Jan 28, 2026 1h 4m

NYU neuroscientist Shane Liddelow shares his path from a small town in Western Australia to Stanford and beyond: how mentorship shaped him, how he builds lab culture with feedback and trust, and why…

S4E27 Behind the Desk at Cell and Inside the Minds of Scientific Editors: Dr. Emma Yee & Dr. Janhavi Kohle

Jan 26, 2026 1h 1m

What happens after you submit a paper to a journal like Cell?In this episode, JP talks with two scientific editors from Cell Press about how peer review really works, how editorial decisions are…

S4E25 Shifting the System: Dr. David Asai

Jul 11, 2025 54m

In this special episode, From where does it STEM? co-host Angelique Allen talks with Dr. David Asai about reimagining science education, equity in STEM, and why changing the system means changing…

S4E21 From Information to Innovation: Dr. Melissa Haendel

Jun 27, 2025 49m

Dr. Melissa Haendel just joined UNC as its newest faculty member, shaking up the world of biomedical data. We talk big data, open science, and how she’s working to make research more connected,…

S4E23 The Future of Marine Science: Dr. Monica Medina

Jun 25, 2025 1h 9m

Corals, symbiosis, and scientific courage—Dr. Mónica Medina dives deep into what it means to study and protect life underwater. We talk about reef conservation, community, and leading with heart in…

S4E20 The Evolving Role of Scientists in Leadership & Impact: Dr. Keith Yamamoto

Jun 23, 2025 1h 11m

Policy powerhouse, science champion, and advocate for equity—Dr. Keith Yamamoto has done it all. In this episode, we talk about precision medicine, open science, and how bold ideas can reshape the…

S4E24 Breaking Down Barriers for Hispanic/Latinx Scientists: Dr. Benjamin Garcia

Jun 20, 2025 56m

Mass spec, mentorship, and making science more inclusive—Dr. Ben Garcia does it all. In this episode, we talk about his journey through proteomics, pushing the boundaries of epigenetics, and lifting…

S4E21 Balancing Civic Service & Science: Mayor Barbara Foushee

Jun 18, 2025 58m

Trailblazer, community builder, and scientist—Mayor Barbara Foushee wears many hats. In this episode, we talk about making history in Carrboro, leading with purpose, and staying rooted in service…

S4E19 Shaping the Future of Bioengineering: Dr. Kaitlyn Sadtler

Mar 21, 2025 59m

In this episode, I chatted with Dr. Kaitlyn Sadtler, who is pushing the boundaries of biomedical science. Co-hosted with HHMI Gilliam Fellow and ChemE PhD Candidate Sydney Floryanzia, we talk about…

S4E19 Making Waves in Science, Science Communication, and Representation: Jaida Elcock

Mar 19, 2025 57m

In this episode, I chat with Jaida Elcock, a marine biologist studying basking sharks, and co-host with HHMI Gilliam Fellow Danny Olivares-Cordero, a researcher studying coral and coral reefs. We…

S4E18 Bridging Science & Story: Sabrina Imbler

Mar 17, 2025 49m

In this episode, we chatted with Sabrina Imbler, a science writer exploring the wonders of the natural world. They also wrote one of my favorite books of all time: How Far the Light Reaches! Co-host,…

Educating Communities through Global Experiences: Zingfa Wala

Feb 13, 2025 1h 2m

In this episode, I co-hosted Zingfa Wala with fellow Occidental Alumnus Julissa Larios. Both work at the Organization of Tropical Studies (OTS) and are passionate about science outreach, education,…

Inspiring the Next Generation of Filipino Scientists: Dr. Sheila Teves & Dr. Lawrence David

Jan 08, 2025 1h 24m

In this episode, I interviewed Dr. Sheila Teves (UBC) and Dr. Lawrence David (Duke U) with a fellow graduate student at Duke, Enya (@DewarsEnya)! Words cannot explain how fun it was chatting with…

S4E15 Finding Fulfillment in Science : Dr. Harmit Malik

Jan 06, 2025 41m

In this episode, I interviewed Dr. Harmit Malik.

S4E14 Rethinking How We Teach Science : Dr. Bryan Dewsbury

Dec 31, 2024 50m

In this episode, I interviewed Dr. Bryan Dewsbury, an Associate Professor of Biology at Florida International University (FIU). Per the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI): He is the Principal…

S4E13 Bring Others Up With You: Dr. Michael Johnson

Dec 02, 2024 49m

In this episode, I interviewed Dr. Michael Johnson, an Associate Professor of Immunobiology and Associate Dean for Basic Science Research and Graduate Studies in the College of Medicine at the…

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