In this episode we give you a special sneak peak to a podcast we've started with two fellow podcasters and scientists, Dakota & Becky, called In The Elements! Today you'll listen to our segment on Eclipse Ecology. We'll talk about how animals react to the sudden midday darkness and about our own experiences seeing the eclipse! If you enjoyed our segment check out the whole episode by searching for In The Elements on Apple Podcasts. As always, check out our blog at bugsandstuffpod.wordpress.com and contact us with any comments, questions, or concerns!

In this short episode we talk about Caitlin's job at the Morton Arboretum. She tells us what it's like to be a science communication intern in one of the best Arboretum's in the nation. We also talk about our survey results and prepare for the one year anniversary of Bugs&Stuff. We talk about the future plans for our podcast and what direction it's now moving in now that we are no longer in graduate school. As always, contact us with any questions, comments, or concerns ([email protected], @bugsandstuffpod, etc.). And check out our blog at bugsandstuffpod.wordpress.com for more information!

In this episode, we talk to Andrew Lombardo who works with water filtration and water quality! He's talking to us about how we can pick the right filter, find out what's in our water, and how to find reputable sources! So, join us to learn about the water coming out of your sink and be more informed! For more information, check out our blog which will have links to a number of sources that Andrew shared with us at bugsandstuffpod.wordpress.com!

In this episode we talk about our favorite thing: outreach! Specifically, we're talking about The Junior Academy of the Global STEM Alliance. This is a super cool program that connects students from across the world to complete challenges that solve real world problems! Cari will talk about her experience as a mentor and all of the things she loves about the program. Then we'll move on to interview an actual student who loves the Junior Academy and has done a lot of amazing things! If you feel empowered to join as a student or a mentor and want to know a more, check out their website http://thejunioracademy.org. As always, there is also more information on our blog as well at bugsandstuffpodcast.wordpress.com. So, enjoy this episode! It contains the best interview we've EVER done!

In this episode, we talk about something important to us: women in STEM. We talk a little about our own experience, an issue with a billboard, and some articles we've read recently. We share some scary stats about women in STEM and discuss makeup vs going to class. Most importantly we talk about the need to include others in this conversation about women, and people of color, in STEM. We can't change anything without including everyone!

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Join us for this multi-subject episode! We talk a little bit about what we've been doing lately, which includes interview advice, outreach advice, and a little bit about what its like being a lady in STEM.

Caitlin talks about the amazing interviews she's been having lately, so everyone PLEASE cross your fingers for her! I'll talk about my time in Atlanta teaching at a cub scout camp! I also give a little advice about planning for a day camp like that one. Moving on, we talk a little bit about the sexism I experienced while there because it was the first time I experienced something like that directly. We know that we were lucky to only be facing this now. Some ladies experience sexism daily in STEM fields. So, its important to talk about. I also ramble excitedly about the amazing nature centers in southern Florida. We hope you enjoy this update!

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Welcome to part 1! This is a really big, but really awesome double feature! Join us on this journey where we talk to others in the field of science. In part 1 one talk to Greg, Julie, and Nicole! All started college in a field of science, but some work in new fields now! We'll let them tell you about their own experiences though. But before you enjoy it, please take a second to take our survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2BK9TJH

We appreciate you! We hope you enjoy these interviews as much as we did!

Welcome to part 2! This is a really big, but really awesome double feature! Join us on this journey where we talk to others in the field of science. In part 2 one talk to Shannon MF Pelini, our fearless lab leader! She's talking to us about her experience in academia, but she's also giving us AWESOME advice that we think is applicable to everyone. Don't forget to take our survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2BK9TJH

We appreciate you! We hope you enjoy this interview as much as we did!

In this episode we're actually a little serious! We're now moving on from our grad school life and trying to figure out what's next and how to get a job. We're also wrestling with this idea that we might not be considered scientists any longer. Finally, we reach out to you, dear listeners, for stories of burn out, opinions on what makes a scientist, and advice about getting your dream job! Email us at [email protected], tweet or Facebook us @bugsandstuffpod, or visit our blog at bugsandstuffpod.wordpress.com! If you enjoy our podcast, please rate us on Apple Podcast!

In this episode we talk with Dr. Aaron Dossey about the company he started to sell bug related food products: All things bugs LLC! We tried the cricket powder and we really loved it! Recipe coming soon on bugsandstuffpod.wordpress.com. If you enjoy listening to us, please rate us, like us, comment on our tracks, send us emails, or however else you want to show your love! Thanks for listening!