Ep 248: From Chemical Engineer to Science Superheroine With Tamara Robertson

Diverse: a SWE podcast

Engineer, TV host and STEM advocate Tamara Robertson (she/her) joined us in the WE23 Diverse Podcast Studio to discuss her efforts to instill hope in the next generation of tinkerers and engineers. Interviewed by FY24 SWE President Alexis McKittrick (she/her), Robertson shares the story of walking away from her corporate engineering job to focus on getting more women into STEM careers. Hear the events that led to Robertson’s role on “MythBusters,” why comic books and superhero science are natural platforms for STEM outreach, and how SWE’s Invent It. Build It. program is helping future engineers build their skills and confidence.