She’s Thinking Podcast

In our third installment of our MetaMinds series, we continue our investigation into A.I.'s utility in diagnosing neurodegenerative diseases and skin cancer with Dr. Katherine Fraser and Dr. Matt Groh.

In our second episode of our MetaMinds series, we continue our chat with Dr. Shinjini Kundu, MD,PhD, who works at the intersection of diagnostic medicine and AI. Dr. Kundu discusses her innovative research using 3D Transport Based Morphometry (TBM), a groundbreaking technique that leverages AI to detect diseases like osteoarthritis before they become irreversible. The episode discusses how this technology can be used to prevent diseases before they arise, and more excitingly, how A.I. can be leveraged in personalized medicine.

In the latest episode of "She’s Thinking," formerly known as "Politics Under the Microscope," the podcast debuts its new series, MetaMinds, which explores the profound impact of artificial intelligence across various domains. This episode delves into the potential of AI in early disease detection, featuring an in-depth conversation with Dr. Shinjini Kundu, MD,PhD, who works at the intersection of diagnostic medicine and AI. Dr. Kundu discusses her innovative research using 3D Transport Based Morphometry (TBM), a groundbreaking technique that leverages AI to detect diseases like osteoarthritis before they become irreversible. The episode covers the challenges of integrating AI in clinical settings, including the need for high-quality data, explainability of AI decisions, and the practical concerns of insurance and patient autonomy. The conversation underscores TBM's promise to revolutionize diagnostic medicine, paving the way for advancements in preventive and personalized healthcare.

To wrap up our fast fashion series where we have explored the multifaceted fast fashion crisis, we now want to explore possible solutions. Interestingly, Europe is farther ahead of the rest of the world in combating the fast fashion crisis. We are joined by Dr. Kirsi Niinimaki, PhD, who specializes in designing fashion sustainability policy with European policymakers, to discuss what steps Europe has taken to make the fashion industry more sustainable.Sound effects:Shirt Clothing Movement by leonelmail052174 trash chute.WAV by pixabaydemolition2 by schafferdavidMystical Wind Chimes Transition FX by djlprojectssuccess 1 by Leszek SzaryGlitch Sound FX Pack - 04 by StudioKolomnaMusic:Waterfall by RomanSenykRelaxed Vlog (Night Street) by Ashot-Danielyan-ComposerAbstract Fashion Pop by QubeSoundsIntro: Apple Loops made with Garageband by Joanna

Garment workers are one of the most notorious victims of fast fashion. This vulnerable population faces poor and unsafe working conditions, but who and what can protect them? Joined by fashion lawyer, Whitney McGuire, Esq, we dive into the recent policy advances and proposals intended to improve garment worker conditions and hold fashion companies accountable for the treatment of the workers making their clothes. Here, we unpack California's Garment Worker Protection Act, the federal FABRIC Act, and the New York Fashion Act.Music credits (Pixabay):Relaxed Vlog (Night Street) by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer, Abstract Fashion Pop by QubeSounds, Sadness by Ashot-Danielyan-ComposerSound effects (Pixabay):Pixabay: 028693 sewing machine, Crowd Talking by ken788, Crack and Crunch by Aurelon, Stones Falling by iwanPlays, Cash Register by MAXOU-YTIn-house (Joanna): pen on paper, Intro & Outro - Apple Loops made with GaragebandSee Resources at https://www.politicsunderthemicroscope.com/ for References.

In our second episode of our fast fashion series, "The Unfashionable Truth", we focus on key players in the fast fashion crisis: the fashion industry and investors. To better understand the caveats of expecting industry and investors to make the industry more sustainable, we are joined by former COO of Timberland and sustainable investing expert, Ken Pucker.

References:

1. https://www.ecowatch.com/fast-fashion-riverblue-2318389169.html
2. https://oliveandcrate.com/blogs/olive-crate-journal/three-ways-in-which-cotton-harms-the-environment
3. https://earth.org/statistics-about-fast-fashion-waste/#:~:text=The%20Number%20of%20Times%20a,35%25%20in%20just%2015%20years.
4. https://fourweekmba.com/ultra-fast-fashion/
5. https://michiganross.umich.edu/news/how-sustainability-index-can-keep-exxon-drop-tesla-and-3-ways-fix-esg-ratings-meet-investors

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To kick off our fast fashion series, we first explore fast fashion at the macromolecular level. The rise of fast fashion is coupled by a rise in polyester, rayon, and nylon, or "synthetic fibers". This has largely replaced the use of natural fibers such as cotton, wool, and silk. We delve into the differences with Drs. Imran Islam, PhD, and Preeti Arya, PhD, from the New York Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT).

References:

https://sustainablecampus.fsu.edu/blog/clothed-conservation-fashion-water#:~:text=Cotton%20requires%20the%20most%20water,of%20raw%20cotton%20%5B6%5D.

https://www.selflessclothes.com/blog/polyester-fabric-sustainability/:

https://www1.udel.edu/fiber/issue2/responsibility/

https://www.kpcc.org/2014-01-24/dodger-stadium-ice-rink-made-of-20-000-gallons-of

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Intro and Outro made with GarageBand (Joanna Yeung)

Background music: Hidden Place (Extended Version) by madirfan (Pixabay)

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Teasing our fast fashion series, this Hot Second Hot Take tackles a key question: what is fast fashion? We touch on Lululemon, Aritzia, Canada Goose, Eddie Bauer, The Row, H&M, and SHEIN, to ultimately deliver the verdict on what counts as fast fashion.

Each host brings a unique hot take to the table, scientific or otherwise.

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Para encerrar nossa série sobre mudanças climáticas, destacaremos uma comunidade que sente demais os efeitos das mudanças climáticas, mas que muitas vezes é deixada de fora da conversa sobre mudanças climáticas: os povos indígenas. Falamos com João Victor, um jovem defensor e membro da comunidade indígena Pankararu do Brasil. Embora João seja atualmente um estudante de doutorado em Farmácia, ele continua sendo um feroz defensor de sua comunidade, trabalhando para mobilizar outras pessoas para combater as mudanças climáticas e melhorar os efeitos que esse problema global tem, especialmente nas comunidades indígenas. O trabalho de João é feito através e com os Guardiões da Floresta e a Aliança Global de Comunidades Territoriais.

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A imagem da capa é de Vytautas Serys, licença Creative Commons.

To wrap up our climate change series, we will spotlight a community that feels much of climate change's effects, yet is often left out of the climate change conversation: indigenous peoples. We sit down with João Victor, a young climate change advocate and member of the Pankararu indigenous community of Brazil. Though João is currently a PhD student in Pharmacy, he remains a fierce advocate for his community, working to rally others to combat climate change and ameliorate the effects this global issue takes especially on indigenous communities. João's work is done through and with the Guardians of the Forest and the Global Alliance of Territorial Communities.

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In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Ingrid Paredes, PhD, and Gianna White of March for Science NYC for a conversation about enhancing access to scientific knowledge. Most of published scientific knowledge is guarded with a paywall. We discuss what this system entails, who benefits, and what initiatives are being taken to enhance public accessibility to novel research.

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Cover art credit to Mark Fischer (Creative Commons license)

In this episode, we are joined by March for Science members Dr. Ingrid Paredes, PhD, and Gianna White, BS. March for Science is a non-profit organization in NYC comprised primarily of scientists dedicated to combating climate change through policy. We discuss the inception of March for Science and its current mission.

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In the second of two episodes, we explore the lived experiences and grassroots work of the Cherokee Concerned Citizens, an organization dedicated to protecting the health and well-being of their fenceline community. Our guests, Barbara and Jennifer, discuss what it's like living next to production plants for companies like Chevron, VT Halter, First Chemical, and Mississippi Phosphates, and what they're doing to fight environmental injustice.

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Cover art credit to United States National Archive, Picryl (Creative Commons license)

In the first of two episodes, we explore the lived experiences and grassroots work of the Cherokee Concerned Citizens, an organization dedicated to protecting the health and well-being of their fenceline community. Our guests, Barbara and Jennifer, discuss what it's like living next to production plants for companies like Chevron, VT Halter, First Chemical, and Mississippi Phosphates, and what they're doing to fight environmental injustice.

Music credits: Jazzy Abstract Beat by Coma-media, Hidden Place (Extended Version) by madirfan, PUTM Intro and Outro - made in GarageBand with Apple Loops

Cover art credit to United States National Archive, Picryl (Creative Commons license)

As the introductory episode in our new Un(earth)ing Climate Advocacy series, we spotlight the efforts of Amanda Sachs who works with the Environmental Advocates of New York, the leading New York non-profit fighting for a safe climate, clean water and healthier communities for all. To avert the worst effects of climate change, Environmental Advocates NY is at the forefront of taking action to fight climate change and advocating for policies that transition our economy off of fossil fuels.

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To recap our mental health series, we are focusing on the perspectives of two graduate students that have recently graduated: Caitlin Gilbert, PhD, and Farid Aboharb, PhD. Caitlin and Farid tell us about the mental health struggles they have faced on the way to achieving that hard-won degree.

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Recapping our interview with Dr. Hassan Muhammad, we discuss whether the mental health struggles common in graduate school are due to systemic factors or the inherently difficult nature of science and research.

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As the third installment in our mental health series, we interview Hassan Muhammad, PhD, a recent PhD graduate from Weill Cornell. Together, we explore the systemic and institutional factors that may contribute to the graduate student mental health crisis.

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In this shortened episode, we highlight key parts of our interview with clinical psychologist, Dr. Judith Cukor, PhD. The PUTM hosts also discuss their own mental health struggles and what they do to manage the toll graduate school can often take. Music credits: Jazzy Abstract Beat by Coma-media, Hidden Place (Extended Version) by madirfan, PUTM Intro and Outro by Joanna Yeung, made using GarageBand with Apple Loops