Generation Insight: Amplifying Young Voices

Welcome to Generation Insight: Amplifying Young Voices, the podcast channel for the most incredible young minds out there. In this episode, we delve into the compelling journey of a young man's foray into nursing, providing insights into the dynamic world of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Joining me as a special guest is Elijah Lin, who recounts his path from high school through college and into the professional realm of nursing. Elijah reflects on the pivotal moments that shaped his career after earning his nursing degree from UC Irvine. Furthermore, he imparts valuable advice tailored for high school students contemplating a future in nursing. Tune in for an inspiring narrative and practical guidance on pursuing a rewarding career in healthcare.Photo credit to AMN Healthcare

Welcome to Generation Insight: Amplifying Young Voices, the podcast channel for the most incredible young minds out there. This new episode is about women in STEM and to inspire girls or anyone in high school to explore the vast realm of STEM.In this episode, Iris Cheung discusses her journey into STEM, specifically computer science, from high school to college then to her work after college. Following the attainment of her computer science degree, she ventured into the realm of cybersecurity. Iris also shares valuable advice for girls or any high school students who may be interested in the fields of programming or coding. Thank you Iris!Photo credit to IEEE

Hello and welcome to Generation Insight: Amplifying Young Voices.This new episode is about earthquakes awareness & preparation and insights from a globally recognized Seismologist. Today I’m honored to welcome a very special guest, Dr. Peggy Hellweg. Dr. Hellweg is a highly respected seismologist whose groundbreaking work has significantly advanced our understanding of seismic activity and earthquake monitoring.Before 2000, Dr. Hellweg dedicated many years to extensive research and studies across multiple universities, focusing on science with a specialization in Seismology. Between 2001 and 2021, Dr. Hellweg was at the Berkeley Seismological Laboratory as Operations Manager for the BSL's network of high quality seismometer/accelerometer stations. She was previously Project Manager for the Earthquake Early Warning activities at the BSL and spearheaded outreach to users of the EEW system, CISN ShakeAlert. Dr. Hellweg just retired as President of the Seismological Society of America. Photo: 2022 Afghanistan EarthquakePhoto credit: Wikimedia Commons

I’m honored to welcome a special guest, Ms. Chelsea Burkett, a fire prevention specialist at Cal Fire. Cal Fire, short for California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, is the state agency responsible for wildland fire protection and management in California. It's one of the largest firefighting agencies in the U.S. In our chat Chelsea talks about the process of identifying and fighting against a wildfire, the trend of wildfire occurrences in California, some of the key factors that contribute to the intensity and frequency of these wildfires, how climate conditions impact the risks, how the future of wildfire management evolves in California, advice for residents, and the best ways to prevent wildfires and mitigate the damage when they occur. Thank you Chelsea!

I’m honored to welcome a special guest, Susan Emerson, Executive Director at The Purpose of Recovery, a non-profit, recovery community organization in California. She and I will discuss current substance use disorder situation, how it impacts teenagers, young adults and more people, and how her organization helps many people through the recovery process. Let's continue spreading awareness, breaking stigmas, and supporting one another in the pursuit of recovery and well-being. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of teenagers and everyone affected by substance use disorder. Image courtesy of The Purpose of Recovery

My special guest, Mr. Jay Terrado, Deputy Director at San Jose Public Works Department, oversees the city’s animal care and services, where thousands of dirty and hungry stray animals are brought into, where injured or trapped animals are rescued, and where bay area residents find pets of their dreams! Visit ACS center at 2750 Monterey Road in San Jose or follow them on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Adopt, instead of purchasing!Image by San Jose Animal Care & Services