Podcast Episodes

Chemical Engineering, Polymers & Pharmaceuticals, and LGBTQ identity with Makana Krulce, B.S. Chemical Engineering '15

Season 11 Episode 374

In this episode, Paul sits down with Viterbi alumna Makana Krulce to explore her journey from studying polymers at USC to working in global pharmaceutical consulting. Makana shares how her hands-on e…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

Navigating Fear, Misconceptions, & Social Media in College Admission with Jennifer (Jenn The Tutor) Jessie, College Admission Consultant

Season 11 Episode 373

In this episode, Paul sits down with Jennifer, a college admission counselor best known as Jenn the Tutor, to debunk myths and misconceptions about getting into college. Jennifer shares her journey f…

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

Construction Management, Lacrosse, Sorority Life, and Study Aboard experiences with Natalie Dana (Alvarez), BS Civil Engineering (Building Science) '14, MS Green Technologies '15

Season 11 Episode 372

In this episode, Paul speaks with Viterbi alumna Natalie Dana (Alvarez) about her interdisciplinary path through civil engineering and architecture, her career in sustainable construction at Turner C…

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

Cadaver Labs, Medical Devices, and Marketing with Pooja Sharma Rao, B.S. Biomedical Engineering (Biochemical) '07

Season 11 Episode 371

Welcome to Viterbi Voice Season 11! In this episode, Paul sits down with Viterbi alumna Pooja Sharma Rao to talk about her unique career journey at the intersection of medicine, engineering, and busi…

Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago

Season 10 Finale & Host Hand-Off

Season 10 Episode 370

Join us for Saafiyah's last podcast as our co-host! Saafiyah and Paul wrap up season 10 of the Viterbi Voices podcast and introduce the next co-host... Hannah! They reflect on Saafiyah's year as co-h…

Published on 5 months, 4 weeks ago

Nathan Justin’s Path to Finding a Passion in Computer Science

Season 10 Episode 369

In this episode, Satwika talks with 5th year PhD student Nathan Justin about his take on software engineering, CS ethics and his journey towards a PhD.

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Published on 6 months ago

Let’s Talk About “The STEMphony"!

Season 10 Episode 368

In this episode, Jessica (AME ‘28) sits down with Emma (ASTE ‘28), Norah (ECE ‘28), and Alan (ASTE ‘28) to explore what it's like balancing the rigors of engineering with their passion for music. Fro…

Published on 6 months, 1 week ago

Finding Your Flow in Chemical Engineering

Season 10 Episode 368

In this episode, Michaela (CHE ‘27) sits down with Zoe (CHE ‘27) to discuss what chemical engineering is really like, keys to success in a challenging major, balancing academics and fun clubs, and fi…

Published on 6 months, 2 weeks ago

Exploring the Intersectionality between Journalism and Engineering

Season 10 Episode 367

In this episode, Keilani (CSBA ‘27) talks to Ellis (CS ‘28) about the underlooked significance of journalism and science communications for STEM-related issues applicable to the real world. They disc…

Published on 6 months, 3 weeks ago

Why USC?

Season 10 Episode 366

In this episode, Saafiyah sits down with USC students from various majors and years to unpack their college decision journeys. From the factors that guided their choices to what surprised them most a…

Published on 7 months ago