Best Rori Rohlfs Podcasts (2025)

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How to challenge harassment and set firm boundaries 9:56

3d ago9:56

9:56

Note: This episode includes discussions on sexual harassment. Join Rory and Emilia as they discuss key insights from their interview with Pilar. They focus on her strategies for dealing with harassment and her bold career change from molecular biology to bioethics. Pilar's proactive approach to harassment and her career shift offer key lessons. The…

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Leading Change with Resilience with Dr. Pilar Ossorio 40:16

11d ago40:16

40:16

Note: This episode includes discussions on sexual harassment. Hosts Rori and Emilia talk with Dr. Pilar Ossorio, a University of Wisconsin Madison law professor, to dive into her unique journey through human genetics, law, and bioethics. Dr. Ossorio, also a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, opens up about growing up…

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How to Manage Service Without Sacrificing Research 10:08

18d ago10:08

10:08

Emilia & Rori reflect on Dr. Wakimoto’s journey—from science fairs to academic service—discussing the impact of first authorship, challenges for first-gen students, and the importance of protecting students' time. EPISODE CHAPTERS: 00:38 Lessons on protecting the environment 01:35 The importance of first authorship 05:49 Reflecting on academic serv…

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Cultivating Curiosity with Dr. Barbara Wakimoto 43:33

25d ago43:33

43:33

Rori and Emilia chat with Dr. Barbara Wakimoto, geneticist, and Professor Emerita at the University of Washington. Dr. Wakimoto shares her journey from growing up on an Arizona farm to becoming a leader in genetics, her family’s World War II internment experience, and her pioneering work on heterochromatin. EPISODE CHAPTERS: 02:03 Dr. Wakimoto's Ea…

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How to Build Strength and Community in STEM 7:35

1M ago7:35

7:35

Listen in as the hosts explore the inspiring journey of Dr. Mary Jo Ondrechen, a trailblazing gay two-spirit computational chemist, whose career spans from the post-Stonewall era of the 1970s to today. The hosts delve into Dr. Ondrechen’s innovative approaches to building connections in a challenging and often hostile environment. They also discuss…

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From Childhood Curiosity to Bioinformatics Breakthroughs with Dr. Mary Jo Ondrechen 34:28

1M ago34:28

34:28

Hosts Rory Rohlfs and Emilia Huerta-Sanchez chat with Dr. Mary Jo Ondrechen, a leading computational chemist known for her work on predicting protein functions and designing machine learning software. They talk about her contributions to helping Indigenous scientists, her love for science from an early age, and the mentors who made a difference in …

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How to Steer Your Career with the Help of Mentors 15:17

2M ago15:17

15:17

Emilia and Rory discuss Dr. Joann Trejo's inspiring journey from fixing bikes in Stockton to becoming a UC Berkeley professor. They explore the pivotal role of mentorship in her life, from a vice principal to academic mentors, and share key insights on starting small, building infrastructure and balancing service with research. EPISODE CHAPTERS: 02…

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Scrappy science: From patching bike tires to cell signaling with Dr Joann Trejo 38:26

2M ago38:26

38:26

Emilia and Rori chat with Dr. Joann Trejo, a daughter of Mexican migrant farm workers who blossomed into a respected pharmacology professor at UC San Diego. Dr. Trejo shares how thinking beyond the lab helped her reach her goals and grow in biomedical research. EPISODE CHAPERS: 02:52 Dr. Trejo's Early Life and Family Background 06:34 Educational Jo…

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How to turn field [mis]adventures into life lessons 10:37

2M ago10:37

10:37

Emilia and Rori share the biggest lessons gained from their conversation with Dr. Lisa White, such as learning to filter advice and prioritizing student well-being and safety during fieldwork. EPISODE CHAPTERS: 00:57 Lessons from Dr. Lisa White: New Eyes in Science 02:31 Mentorship and Belonging in Geology 04:10 Navigating Advice and Personal Filte…

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Unearthing Scientific Change with Dr. Lisa White 41:03

2M ago41:03

41:03

Rori and Emilia speak with Dr. Lisa White, a multidisciplinary scientist in paleontology, oceanography, and geology about her inspiring journey from growing up in diverse San Francisco to shifting her focus from art and photography to geoscience. She discusses the challenges and triumphs she faced in a predominantly homogeneous field, her extensive…

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How to Lead with Purpose & Empathy 8:58

2M ago8:58

8:58

Rori and Emilia hash out their interview with Dr. Maria Orive, highlighting the invaluable lessons learned from her experiences. Like the struggle for work/life balance, the critical role of supportive peers, and the undeniable importance of hard work over natural talent. EPISODE CHAPTERS: 00:44 Lesson 1: Basic Needs 03:04 Lesson 2: Peer Inspiratio…

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Leveraging personal experience to reimagine academic culture with Dr. Maria Orive 40:33

3M ago40:33

40:33

Emilia and Rori speak with Dr. Maria Orive from the University of Kansas, who shares her journey as a Cuban American who became a renowned population geneticist. She discusses growing up in a Cuban American community in Olympia, Washington, and her academic journey through Stanford and UC Berkeley, including the challenges she faced. As an associat…

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LIVE Episode - Creating a Feminist Scientific Institute with the faculty of LIIGH 48:51

4M ago48:51

48:51

In this special live recording of Science Wise, hosts Rori and Emilia sit-down in Juriquilla, Mexico with the founding faculty of LIIGH (Laboratorio Internacional de Investigación sobre el Genoma Humano), to discuss the lab's groundbreaking origins, remarkable achievements, and impressive collaborations among its founding faculty (all women), which…

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Season wrap-up: Putting lessons into practice 19:13

11M ago19:13

19:13

Rori and Emilia reflect on conversations they had with their brilliant guests this season, such as the invaluable lessons learned from their experiences, and the personal impact these stories have had on their own lives. The episode also answers listener questions and touches on the universal challenges faced by women in science and the strategies …

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How to be bold and gracefully assertive 10:23

12M ago10:23

10:23

Emilia and Rori reflect on their insightful conversation with Dr. Fatimah Jackson, her admirable balance of family and career, her resilience in facing challenges, and her boldness in making life-changing decisions. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:47 Lessons from Dr. Fatimah Jackson 01:02 Lesson One: The Power of a Grounded Scientific Mission 03:11 Lesson T…

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Uncovering Human Evolutionary Truths with Dr. Fatimah Jackson 42:34

12M ago42:34

42:34

Emilia and Rori, host Dr. Fatimah Jackson, covering her groundbreaking journey as an African American woman in science, her significant contributions to understanding genetic variation in Black populations, and her challenges and triumphs in academia. Jackson shares insights from her early life, her exploration of human biology stirred by personal …

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How to think critically about your career 13:49

12M ago13:49

13:49

Rori and Emilia discuss their takeaways from their conversation with Dr. Maria Elena Zavala. They highlight the importance of drawing lessons and inspiration from one's family, the value of mentors beyond shared identities, and the necessity of diverse mentorship types. The conversation also covers personal growth through mentorship, both as mentor…

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Transformative mentoring and mentee-ing with Dr MariaElena Zavala 30:51

1y ago30:51

30:51

Rori and Emilia engage in an enlightening conversation with the remarkable Dr. Maria Elena Zavala, a pioneering plant developmental biologist, and the first Latina to receive a PhD from UC Berkeley's botany department. Dr. Zavala shares insights into her early fascination with plants, and navigates through her educational and professional path, rev…

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How to build diverse supportive relationships 11:55

1y ago11:55

11:55

Emilia and Rori highlight their main takeaways from their conversation with Dr. Sue Rosser. Such as the importance of building relationships with those who share your identity, setting ambitious goals, and seeking mentorship during career transitions. Dr. Rosser's story is a powerful example of overcoming adversity and making significant contributi…

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Breaking the Mold: Dr. Sue Rosser's STEM Revolution 38:43

1y ago38:43

38:43

Rori and Emilia engage in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Sue Rosser, a pioneering figure for women in STEM. Having started her career in the 1960s, Dr. Rosser has made significant contributions through her research in zoology, studies on the experiences of women in STEM, and her advocacy for feminist principles within these fields. Dr. Rosse…

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How to be an intuitive mathematician 8:47

1y ago8:47

8:47

Rori and Emilia discuss their take-home lessons from Dr. Ivelisse Rubio such as the importance of focus and dedication in research, the value of critical thinking and mathematical logic in navigating life, and the necessity of sustainability in academic and scientific efforts. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 04:45 The Power of Mathematical Thinking in Life 06:…

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Building Bridges in Mathematics, with Dr Ivelisse Rubio 27:55

1y ago27:55

27:55

Emilia and Rori chat with Dr. Ivelisse Rubio, a professor of mathematics and computer science at the University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras, about her impactful educational initiatives, and her significant contributions to promoting diversity in the mathematical sciences. Highlighting Dr. Rubio's academic journey, from her undergraduate studies in …

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How to transform adversity into resistance capital 10:19

1y ago10:19

10:19

BONUS: Emilia and Rori summarize their engaging conversation with Dr. Leticia Marquez Magaña, inspired by her experiences with adversity and lack of mentorship. They reflect on her strategies for navigating and enacting change within academic systems and building resistance capital, drawing from Dr. Marquez Magaña's realizations and changes she'd m…

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The pressure and power of being first, with Dr Leticia Márquez-Magaña 34:06

1y ago34:06

34:06

Dr. Leticia Marquez-Magaña, a trailblazer in the science community shares her inspiring journey from being the first in her family to attend college to becoming the first Latina faculty member in the Department of Biology at San Francisco State University. Dr. Marquez-Magaña discusses her transition from microbiology to research on health equities,…

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How to seize the right opportunities for our goals 10:29

1y ago10:29

10:29

BONUS EPISODE. Rori and Emilia summarize the inspiring journey of Dr. Francine Gachupin and explore key takeaways from her career, such as the importance of understanding one's goals and leveraging opportunities. 00:00 Introduction and Admiration for Francine 00:05 Francine's Patience and Dedication to Tribal Communities 00:44 Reflections and Lesso…

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Health Equities Research. With Dr. Francine Gachupin 40:32

1y ago40:32

40:32

In this episode of Science Wise, hosts Rori and Emilia interviewed Dr. Francine Gachupin, a professor at the University of Arizona who advocates for health improvement in tribal communities. Influenced by her upbringing and work experience, Dr. Gachupin discusses the struggles she faced navigating academia as an Indigenous scientist, and her effort…

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How to create a more supportive environment in academia 10:15

1y ago10:15

10:15

BONUS EPISODE - Emilia and Rori summarize their three biggest takeaways from episode two with Dr. Carmen Domingo. Among them, the importance of a supportive environment in the field of science, and the pivotal role that nurturing relationships and collaborative efforts play towards success. This episode is produced and edited by Maribel Quezada Smi…

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Integrating science to fit your life with, Dr. Carmen Domingo 33:23

1y ago33:23

33:23

In this episode of Science Wise, hosts Rori and Emilia have an enriching conversation with Dr. Carmen Domingo, the first woman dean of the College of Science and Engineering at San Francisco State University. Dr. Domingo, a product of Californian public schools and a PhD in Molecular and Cell Biology from the University of California, Berkeley, hig…

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What if we had science fairy godmothers? 17:32

1y ago17:32

17:32

Welcome to Science Wise! In this episode Emilia and Rori share their personal science journeys, and what you can expect to get out of this podcast. They also emphasize the value of mentorship, sharing wisdom and experiences to aid others in navigating their own career paths, kinda like having science godmothers. Science Wise is a podcast designed t…

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Welcome to Science Wise! 1:15

1+ y ago1:15

1:15

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How to challenge harassment and set firm boundaries 9:56

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Leading Change with Resilience with Dr. Pilar Ossorio 40:16

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How to Manage Service Without Sacrificing Research 10:08

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Cultivating Curiosity with Dr. Barbara Wakimoto 43:33

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How to Build Strength and Community in STEM 7:35

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From Childhood Curiosity to Bioinformatics Breakthroughs with Dr. Mary Jo Ondrechen 34:28

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How to Steer Your Career with the Help of Mentors 15:17

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Scrappy science: From patching bike tires to cell signaling with Dr Joann Trejo 38:26

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How to turn field [mis]adventures into life lessons 10:37

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Unearthing Scientific Change with Dr. Lisa White 41:03

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How to Lead with Purpose & Empathy 8:58

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Leveraging personal experience to reimagine academic culture with Dr. Maria Orive 40:33

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LIVE Episode - Creating a Feminist Scientific Institute with the faculty of LIIGH 48:51

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Season wrap-up: Putting lessons into practice 19:13

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How to be bold and gracefully assertive 10:23

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Uncovering Human Evolutionary Truths with Dr. Fatimah Jackson 42:34

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How to think critically about your career 13:49

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Transformative mentoring and mentee-ing with Dr MariaElena Zavala 30:51

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How to build diverse supportive relationships 11:55

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Breaking the Mold: Dr. Sue Rosser's STEM Revolution 38:43

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How to be an intuitive mathematician 8:47

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Building Bridges in Mathematics, with Dr Ivelisse Rubio 27:55

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How to transform adversity into resistance capital 10:19

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The pressure and power of being first, with Dr Leticia Márquez-Magaña 34:06

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How to seize the right opportunities for our goals 10:29

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Health Equities Research. With Dr. Francine Gachupin 40:32

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How to create a more supportive environment in academia 10:15

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Integrating science to fit your life with, Dr. Carmen Domingo 33:23

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What if we had science fairy godmothers? 17:32

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Welcome to Science Wise! 1:15