Student Engineer and Elite Athlete Chall...

If you see a concrete structure of any kind, be it a building, road, or maybe piece of art, in all likelihood it’s supported by rebar. While there are a few varieties of steel rebar, from the standard steel to epoxy coated, they all suffer from corrosion issues. Two doctoral grad ... Show More

Multiple setbacks haven’t stopped engineering student Michelle Delk from embracing opportunity and pursuing a graduate degree. 

When it comes to engineering and design, no matter the end goal, be it a device or structure or sweeping plan of action, the idea that engineering is done for the betterment of humanity is a constant, whether it can be tangibly quantified or not.As Sita Syal and Julia Kramer, ass ... Show More

On this episode we are so lucky to be joined by Krystina Emmanouilides. We talk to her about her passion for engineering and motorsports, what it takes to work in F1, and what life is like as a computational fluid dynamics engineer. Beyond her day to day at the factory, Krystina ... Show More

Growing up, Lindsey Vonn’s parents instilled two important lessons: her mom taught her the importance of finding positivity in every situation, and her dad taught her that any ambition is achievable with a clear plan and dedication. So, at the age of 9, she confidently stated her ... Show More

At only 23 years old, Aliya Boshnaq has already accomplished so much, but that hasn't curbed her ambition at all. An Olympic sprinter, Ivy League graduate, and current consultant at McKinsey, Aliya has a lot to say and does so candidly throughout this interview. 

In this episode, Madonna Saad, a recent graduate of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, and Vania Del Carmen Moreno-Colin, a student at the University of Washington, share their journeys in civil engineering. Vania reflects on her transition from participating in a rocketry ... Show More

Today’s show is a Q&A with Joel Smith.  It’s a lot of fun to see the questions you all have, and putting together a list of answers. Some major themes in this show included the dynamics of how an athlete learns and acquires a skill, how to give athletes ideal constraints to learn ... Show More

Amna Banihashem - An international show jumper/shooter with a bachelors in mechanical engineering and a masters in moral economy - which is an economic system understanding the moral aspect of humans sits down with OT and Reem to talk about her achievements and tribulations as a ... Show More

Our student Jordan was attending a non-target liberal arts college and had been unsuccessful at recruiting on his own formonths. Not knowing how to structure his networking calls or answers in interviews, he knew needed guidance and decided to join WSMM. We soon helped him polish ... Show More

Welsh former international rugby union player, Alun Wyn Jones is a name that carries weight in the world of rugby. Known for his relentless work ethic and leadership, he’s a man who’s given everything to the game. In this episode, Alun dives deep into his journey, sharing insight ... Show More

The key to a fulfilling and successful life isn’t just about passion or hard work — it’s about understanding and harnessing your innate aptitudes.📕 Your Hidden Genius by Betsy Wills and Alex Ellison📱 Follow The Next Big Idea Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify📩 Check out our Su ... Show More