The Modern-Day Jacques Cousteau

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In this episode of the Sparky Life podcast, host Lia Lamela speaks with Alexis Armstrong, a geologist and host of the Smoko Podcast. Alexis shares her experiences working on a deep-sea drilling vessel and her passion for representing women in STEM and skilled trades.
They discuss the barriers and biases faced by women in these fields, the origin of the name "Smoko" for Alexis' podcast, and the differences in gender representation and support between Canada, Australia, and the United States. Alexis shares her journey in the mining industry and offers advice for women interested in pursuing similar careers.
Connect with our guest Alexis Armstrong Links: https://linktr.ee/thesmokopodcast
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National Memorial to the Women Who Worked on the Home Front Foundation

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Congress approves Women Who Worked on the Home Front Memorial

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