It’s a new year and we have a lot to cover! Beginning with a highlight of real engineers and scientists, with this episode featuring Lillian Gilbreth, and a recap of our recent experience at the 2026 SEEC conference!

Claire sits down with STEM educator Sharon Boese to share how inquiry, creativity, and project‑based learning bring STEM to life across grade levels.

EPISODE 200!! Claire shares her recent discovery of a backyard superfood– the black soldier fly!

Hear about Claire’s recent outreach day teaching about rockets using a home-built 8 foot tall model and of course an update on her chickens. Also get a taste of how STEM teachers can address the social emotional learning of their students.

Claire is joined by Audrey Gilfillan and Alison West, licensed professional counselors and embedded therapists in the College of Engineering and Applied Science at CU Boulder. Together, they bring extensive experience in college mental health, academic and career support, and community-based counseling.

Natasha and Claire dive into Claire’s upcoming outreach presentation on rockets. As Claire builds a large-scale cutaway model to showcase each part of a rocket, they explore the value of hands-on learning, problem-solving activities, and tackling common misconceptions about rockets. Plus, stick around for a fun update on Claire’s chickens!