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High-Flyers in STEM

Exploring the voices shaping the future, from industry veterans to the next generation of pioneers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

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A Podcast for Curious Minds

Incredible stories don't sit neatly in one genre, so High Flyers in STEM blends deep industry insights, inspiring career journeys, and real-world challenges into one well-researched podcast.

Real Stories

Authentic conversations about career paths, overcoming obstacles, and breaking boundaries in STEM fields. Each episode delivers the full arc in one sitting.

Variety Without Chaos

From established engineering veterans to the fresh perspectives of tomorrow's tech innovators, the mix stays fresh without losing focus.

Sharp Storytelling

Solid research, sharp delivery, and actionable takeaways on skills, leadership, and navigating your own journey in the STEM ecosystem.

The New Season

The Tomorrow People

Advocating top companies' employer branding through our established series. Highlighting ED&I as a core value in the STEM landscape. Start exploring our listener favourites.

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Lorna Martyn & John Ruane, Fidelity Investments: What skills will matter most in a changing world?

Lorna Martyn & John Ruane, Fidelity Investments: What skills will matter most in a changing world?

How do you build a career that stays valuable when technology, roles and routes into work keep changing? Deirdre...
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The Established Series

#Greatness Has No Gender

Advocating top companies' employer branding through our established series. Highlighting ED&I as a core value in the STEM landscape. Start exploring our listener favourites.

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Adriana Vindas and Mary McGrath discussing operations, sustainability and women in STEM at Coca-Cola

Women in STEM at Coca-Cola: Adriana Vindas and Mary McGrath

High-Flyers in STEM: #GreatnessHasNoGenderSeason 4, Episode 5 In this episode of High-Flyers in STEM (Science,...
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Linda Greaney and Síle O’Connell discussing operational excellence and production leadership at Freudenberg Medical

Women in MedTech at Freudenberg Medical: Linda Greaney and Síle O’Connell

High-Flyers in STEM: #GreatnessHasNoGenderSeason 4, Episode 4 In this episode of High-Flyers in STEM (Science,...
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Joanna Lynch and Preeti Aggarwal discussing women in STEM leadership at Valeo

Women in STEM at Valeo: Joanna Lynch and Preeti Aggarwal

High-Flyers in STEM: #GreatnessHasNoGenderSeason 4, Episode 3 In this episode of High-Flyers in STEM (Science,...
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The Next Chapter

The Tomorrow People

Building futures in STEM

From championing diversity to building the future. Join us as we interview the innovators, disruptors and visionaries redefining Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

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Meet the people behind the podcast

Sarah O'Connor

THE RECRUITMENT EXPERT

Sarah O'Connor

Director at HERO Recruitment. Sarah brings over 15 years of insight into what top employers are really looking for, digging deep into the skills that matter.

David Murphy

THE INDUSTRY INSIDER

David Murphy

STEM Advocate and Talent Specialist. David connects the threads of technical innovation, making complex topics accessible and highlighting the human stories.

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