Episode 01 – William Vizuete
William Vizuete is a Professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences and Engineering at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Episode 4 – Jeffrey Warren, PhD
Jeffrey Warren, PhD, joined The Richard Watkins Podcast for a thought-provoking conversation on the power of science policy, public service, and the bridge between research and impact.
Episode 7 – Charity Watkins, PhD
Dr. Charity Watkins scholar, educator, and advocate for family well-being and Black maternal health.
Episode 11 – Rep. Allen Buansi (D)
Rep. Allen Buansi (D) serves as a Democratic member for the 56th district of the North Carolina House of Representatives.
Episode 15 – Tepring Piquado, PhD
Tepring Piquado, PhD, leads a nonprofit organization that develops a diverse science, tech, engineering, agriculture, and math workforce to address the most complex problems in our world.
Episode 5 – Stephen Valentine, Esq.
Stephen Valentine, Esq.—an advocate, legal mind, and systems thinker. We discussed leadership, justice, and building equitable structures that actually work.
Episode 9 – Ryan Emanuel, PhD
Ryan Emanuel, PhD, is a water scientist, environmental justice advocate, and citizen of the Lumbee Tribe.
Episode 17 – Layla Dowdy
Layla Dowdy, Director of Communications at UNC Research. Her mission is to elevate our $1.5 billion research enterprise by harnessing strategic messaging and showcasing our groundbreaking work to diverse stakeholders.
Episode 6 – Dr. Lauren Fox, PhD
Dr. Lauren Fox, Ph.D., is a leading voice in science policy and equity. Her insights on community engagement, educational equity, and systemic transformation are a must-hear for anyone working at the intersection of research, policy, and social impact.
Episode 10 – Aynsley Szczesniak
Aynsley Szczesniak, a leader, strategist, and advocate for equity in education and opportunity..
Episode 14 – Shelby Baez, PhD
Shelby Baez is a certified and licensed athletic trainer with expertise in the psychology of sport injury and an approved non-certified mentor for aspiring CMPCs through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP).
Episode 4 – Jeffrey Warren, PhD
Jeffrey Warren, PhD, joined The Richard Watkins Podcast for a thought-provoking conversation on the power of science policy, public service, and the bridge between research and impact.