In this episode of STEM Conversations, Matteo Orsini-Jones shares his unique journey from studying physics to founding his own educational publishing company, Orso. He discusses the importance of exploring alternative career paths in STEM, the challenges of traditional teaching roles, and the lessons learned from working with established publishers.

Matteo emphasizes the value of company culture, the iterative nature of science, and encourages listeners to pursue their passions without feeling boxed in by conventional expectations.

He concludes with practical advice for those considering non-traditional pathways in their careers.