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STEAM Powered

STEAM Powered

De: Michele Ong
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Conversations with women in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medicine) about their journeys, work, passions, and what they learned along the way. We’re a diverse group of people with unique personal and professional journeys, and I want you to meet some of us. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/Copyright 2026 Michele Ong Ciencia Ciencias Sociales Economía Exito Profesional
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  • The power of the generalist with Ee Ting Choo

    The power of the generalist with Ee Ting Choo
    Mar 20 2026

    Systems thinking allows you to see both the pain points and the potential of every situation. It's a skill that you can cultivate in yourself, and that you can help bring out in others. The key is to approach with curiosity and a mindset prepared to connect people and ideas.

    Ee Ting Choo is Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of ConnectingDNA. Join us as Ee Ting shares her journey of technology transfer and entrepreneurship, and looking at health through a whole system lens.

    About Ee Ting Choo

    Choo Ee Ting is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of ConnectingDNA, a wellness-genomics platform that helps individuals, families, and organisations translate DNA insights into actionable nutrition, fitness, and lifestyle strategies.

    With over 20 years of experience across healthtech, diagnostics, and wellness ecosystems, Ee Ting specialises in bridging complex science with real-world application. Her work spans individual wellness, corporate wellbeing programs, and the curation of multidisciplinary experts across nutrition, fitness, therapy, and preventive health.

    Beyond titles, Ee Ting is known for her grounded leadership style — balancing entrepreneurship, motherhood, and long-term thinking — and for helping others make sense of complexity without fear, hype, or overwhelm.

    Show Notes (link)

    [00:01:10] Ee Ting's medical aspirations before chemical engineering

    [00:02:10] The perceived prestige of chemical engineering

    [00:02:55] The health benefits of semiconductors when you have respiratory issues

    [00:04:44] The art of technology transfer

    [00:08:52] The importance of EQ in management

    [00:09:59] Be good to your people, be good to your vendors

    [00:11:51] The marathon interview for Illumina

    [00:15:47] Thriving as a generalist

    [00:21:26] Fulfilment looks different for everyone

    [00:23:27] Leaving a secure career for entrepreneurship

    [00:25:39] Overcoming the fear of the unknown

    [00:31:52] Building ConnectingDNA for holistic health solutions

    [00:37:48] Ee Ting's personal health transformation through lifestyle changes

    [00:44:49] Finding out more about Ee Ting and ConnectingDNA

    Connect with STEAM Powered

    Website | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Patreon

    Hosted and produced by Michele Ong.

    Music is "Gypsy Jazz in Paris 1935" by Brett Van Donsel.



    This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:

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    46 m
  • The hidden STEMM powerhouse of medical imaging with Chaundria Singleton

    The hidden STEMM powerhouse of medical imaging with Chaundria Singleton
    Jan 24 2026

    Every person will have experiences with medical imaging at some point in their lives. For most, the first time will be with an ultrasound before you are born. But how much do we know about this field and the professionals who are a part of our extended care team in healthcare?

    Chaundria Singleton is a radiologic technologist, author, speaker, and host of the podcast A Couple of Rad Techs. Join us as we speak about Chaundria's journey in radiologic technology, the breadth of scope of these careers, and how medical imaging science communication empowers both practitioners and patients for better outcomes.

    About Chaundria Singleton

    Chaundria Singleton is a nationally recognised radiologic technologist, educator, and content creator with over 20 years of experience in medical imaging. A graduate of Emory University School of Medicine's Medical Imaging Program, she holds certifications from ARRT in Radiography, MRI, and CT, and completed mammography training through MTMI.

    Her career spans clinical care, college MRI educator, management, travel tech, and Imaging business ownership. She has trained hundreds of students and mentored aspiring technologists, while helping healthcare brands and institutions bring visibility to imaging professionals.

    Chaundria is the founder and host of A Couple of Rad Techs Podcast, ranked in the top 5% globally, and author of "Rachel the Radiographer"—one of the first children's books to introduce radiologic technology as a STEM career to young readers. Known for blending clinical topics with fun, educational, and relatable storytelling, she is on a mission to let everyone know that “Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy isn’t a side hustle in healthcare.” She educates, inspires, and partners with companies who want to connect meaningfully with the medical imaging community.

    She has been featured in The Washington Post, NBC ATL&Co, Meditech Today, and has spoken for Siemens Healthineers, imaging societies, and national education conferences. Her platform reaches over 85K individuals through social media, newsletters, and more—bridging the gap between healthcare careers and human connection.

    Show Notes (link)

    [00:01:04] The evolution of Chaundria's science communication.

    [00:01:47] Chaundria's journey to radiologic technology.

    [00:05:01] The scope of medical imaging careers.

    [00:12:51] Informatics and IT in healthcare.

    [00:16:18] Why medical imaging is a STEMM field.

    [00:19:27] Entrepreneurship in radiologic technology.

    [00:23:48] The misconceptions of radiologic technology and medical imaging as a career.

    [00:31:54] A Couple of Rad Techs.

    [00:34:49] Patient advocacy and safety.

    [00:40:18] Inspiring the next generation with "Rachel the Radiographer".

    [00:47:56] What advice would you give someone who wanted to do what you do, and what advice should they ignore?

    [00:52:40] How to find out more.

    Connect with STEAM Powered

    Website | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Patreon

    Hosted and produced by Michele Ong.

    Music is "Gypsy Jazz in Paris 1935" by Brett Van Donsel.



    This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:

    OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
    Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/
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  • The justice system and community health with Dr Hayley Passmore

    The justice system and community health with Dr Hayley Passmore
    Nov 18 2025
    The justice system is part of community health with more overlap than one might expect. So just as we've done with healthcare, how can we shift our approach in justice settings to be more preventative and proactive rather than reactive? It starts with support. Not only for the justice-involved, but for those providing support on the front-line as well.Dr Hayley Passmore is a Lecturer in Criminology at the University of Western Australia Law School and a justice health researcher. Join us as we speak about Hayley's journey to justice health, reframing how we support youth and neurodisability in our communities, and how these human-centred approaches create better outcomes for everyone.About Dr Hayley Passmore Dr Hayley Passmore (she/her) is based in Boorloo (Perth) on Whadjuk Noongar land. She is a Lecturer in Criminology at the University of Western Australia Law School and a justice health researcher. She is also an independent panel member on the ACT Government’s Therapeutic Support Panel - an Australian-first initiative as part of ACT's move to raise the minimum age of criminology responsibility.Hayley has qualifications in child health, criminology and psychology, and over 13 years experience working in adult corrections and youth justice facilities. In 2019, she completed her PhD focusing on the workforce development component of the internationally recognised Banksia Hill Detention Centre study; the first Australian study to explore the prevalence of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder among justice-involved young people. Hayley pioneered Reframe Training; an evidence-based program educating frontline staff on the management and support of young people with neurodisability which has been delivered in the Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, and Western Australia. Hayley has received international recognition for her research and its impact, including receiving a Churchill Fellowship completed in 2023, being named a 2021 AMP Foundation Tomorrow Maker and a 2022 WA Finalist for Young Australian of the Year.Show Notes (link)[00:00:05] Hayley's journey stemming from an interest in law enforcement.[00:02:54] An unexpected entry into the health space.[00:04:16] The broad impact of health in society.[00:05:37] The need to recognise and support neurodisability earlier in development.[00:06:52] The prevalence of neurodisability in the justice system.[00:07:24] Root causes and what early intervention through meeting needs can look like.[00:10:28] The benefits of justice reinvestment models.[00:11:12] Tailoring for communities with proactive and not punitive methods.[00:11:57] Giving people choices and alternatives but also recognising the privilege and systemic bias that can hinder them.[00:14:18] Reframe Training.[00:18:46] Filling the gaps in knowledge and training.[00:19:53] The unsupported overlap between justice and community health.[00:23:03] Making space for questions to cultivate understanding.[00:24:30] Recognising and sharing the ways supports and accommodations are being made in different spaces.[00:26:33] Ensuring people are equipped for their roles in consultation with those who will be supported.[00:28:34] Evolution of policy and practice as a result of the research.[00:31:47] Prison health is public health.[00:33:51] Economic and not just moral benefits to being proactive.[00:35:24] Stay curious and critical of political and media messaging around crime and punitive measures.[00:36:56] Ways to stay independently informed.[00:37:50] Being mindful of sensationalism and rhetoric that obscures the reality.[00:39:51] What advice would you give someone who would like to do what you do, and what should they ignore?[00:40:56] Systemic change takes time. Don't get disillusioned and celebrate the wins.[00:43:23] Support and education have always been part of indigenous culture.[00:44:46] How to find out more.Connect with STEAM PoweredWebsite | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | PatreonHosted and produced by Michele Ong.Music is "Gypsy Jazz in Paris 1935" by Brett Van Donsel.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacySpotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/
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    46 m
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