Blue Skies

By Natalia Ojeda

Natalia's mission is to inspire others to pursue STEM and Athletics in college despite the challenges that come with it. She interviews former and current STEM Student Athletes, STEM professionals and... more

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The podcast currently has 15 episodes available.

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June 18, 2024 Darius Hyde - Football and Biochemistry
Darius Hyde grew up in Merced, California. Despite a heart condition, Darius played football at a young age. Since then he has spent countless hours on the field perfecting his game. But his interests go beyond the football field. Science has also played a significant role in shaping who he is today. Darius recently graduated from San Diego State University with a BS in Biochemistry. He has managed to weave STEM and athletics, two seemingly different worlds together. Today, he's here to share his journey as a STEM student athlete.

Darius' Social Media
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31min
September 28, 2023 Taylor McLaughlin
Taylor McLaughlin graduated from the University of Michigan in 2019 with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. During his time at Michigan, he was the recipient of a full athletic scholarship for Track & Field, showcasing his dedication to both academics and athletics.
As an athlete, he was a 4x All-American in the NCAA, a testament to his consistent excellence on the track. Additionally, he secured the title of 2x conference champion in his individual event. He lead the track and field team as a team captain for three consecutive years, guiding and motivating his teammates to achieve their best.
Presently, Taylor McLaughlin is pursuing a Master's degree online at the University of Southern California (USC) while continuing his athletic career as a professional track and field athlete. His dedication to both his education and athletic pursuits continues to inspire those around him, making Taylor an amazing and multifaceted individual.
He shares his journey as a STEM student athlete at every level, his mental health challenges, and his perpective on what makes him successful. Taylor's personal mission is to leave a mark on all fields he pursues to compete in, both athletic and academic.

Taylor's Social Media
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55min
August 17, 2023 Kwesi Rutledge
I'm honored to feature our first STEM Student Athlete, Kwesi Rutledge. He's a researcher at MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory, focusing on safe robot control. Kwesi holds a PhD from the University of Michigan, where he was also a member of the Varsity Track and Field Team while pursuing his undergraduate degree. He talks about his journey balancing sports and academics, offering advice to students in similar situations. Kwesi also discusses his post-sports life and shares his latest ambitious goals.

Kwesi's Social Media Platforms and Website Links
Twitter | Website
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1h 25min
July 09, 2023 Nexus Fitness with Gina and Gil
"Gil Acevedo, a talented software engineer, and Gina D’Andrea-Penna, a dedicated Neuroscience Ph.D. candidate, found themselves constantly overwhelmed by the demands of their high-pressure careers. Despite their successes, they realized that something was missing in their lives - a sense of balance and well-being.
Through their shared passion for personal development, they discovered the transformative power of strength training and the importance of a balanced lifestyle. They experienced firsthand how integrating physical fitness, nutrition, stress management, and mindset coaching could revolutionize their lives, and they became determined to share their newfound knowledge with others.
Drawing on Gina's expertise in neuroscience and the mind-body connection, as well as Gil's problem-solving skills and drive for efficiency, they developed a comprehensive wellness program tailored to the needs of busy professionals. Their unique approach addresses every aspect of health and fitness, unlocking the full potential of their clients and empowering them to lead happier, healthier lives."

Nexus Social Media Platforms and Website
Nexus Website | Nexus Instagram | Nexus Youtube | Nexus Facebook
| Nexus TikTok

Gina's Social Media Platforms
Instagram | Facebook | Website

Gil's Social Media Platforms
Facebook | Instagram | LinkeIn
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1h 8min
May 13, 2023 Relaunch
Being multifaceted is not easy when you are in school, involved in extracurriculars, and any other passion you have outside of that. This series of podcasts will include my story as a stem student-athlete and the struggles I faced in the unforeseen circumstances I’ve been through ever since I put a pause on the podcast. It’ll also include interviews with guests ranging from mental health professionals to professionals in STEM and previous STEM student-athletes. If you’re looking for a sense of community, are interested in STEM, or need mental health resources and guidance, this podcast is for you.

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12min
December 29, 2021 Mediocracy
I’ve realized that what causes my high functioning anxiety is not necessarily the fear of failure because I have failed and persevered plenty of times but it’s a fear of being mediocre. I’ve always had high expectations for myself and if I don’t see the results or feel that I’m doing enough I get in my head. I cope with this fear by filling my plate which gives me the feeling that I am doing enough to accomplish my goals. I reflect on how social media comes I to play when striving for success. Do you use social media as a tool or has it become a distraction? How can we better use social media to serve as a source of positivity in our life and as a tool to help us steer away from mediocracy?
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25min
October 18, 2021 Younger You
Reconnect with your younger self and let them guide you to your passions. Something I learned from Jay Shetty’s meditation series. This lead me to the question, “Would I be someone my younger self would look up to?”. Reflecting on that has helped me recognize the progress I’ve made in my self help and mental health journey and the accomplishments I’ve had in life.
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17min
October 17, 2021 Reflections
Season 2 is all about reflecting and becoming self aware. Just like most people I’m trying to figure myself out, figure out what I want to do, and figure out what type of impact I want to make. It can all seem overwhelming but it’s important to consider how beautiful and enjoyable this process can be. I’m just a STEM student athlete in her early 20s trying to make sense of it all.
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3min
August 14, 2021 Change
Change may seem scary at first and it may be intimidating but it gives us opportunities to grow. It’s not always easy and it’s not always comfortable but it is necessary. If you aren’t changing, you aren’t evolving. Embrace change and stay adaptable because on the other side of change there’s probably something greater than what you ever imagined for yourself.
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20min
July 10, 2021 Confidence
Welcome back! This episode I touch on what I think being confident looks like. I reference Jay Shetty’s podcast episode titled “7 Habits of Highly Confident People and 7 Ways to Build Self Confidence” throughout this episode and I highly recommend checking it out. I explore how and why confidence cultivates respect. I share my experience with my confidence or lack thereof. I share what I’ve learned about generational trauma and how it along with other insecurities has affected my confidence. It’s amazing how much we inherit from past generations without realizing. The biggest take away this episode is to kill them with confidence. I’m excited to start sharing more episodes. I hope you all enjoy this one, and if you do, share this episode with someone you think will enjoy it too!
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19min

FAQs about Blue Skies:

How many episodes does Blue Skies have?

The podcast currently has 15 episodes available.