Shattering Boundaries: NASA engineer and STEM scientist Dr. K. Renee Horton

Dive into another enlightening episode of "Talking Smack Intellectually", as we bring our Women's History Month series to a captivating close with Dr. K. Renee Horton. A revered NASA engineer and the pioneering first Black individual to achieve a PhD in material science and engineering at the University of Alabama, Dr. Horton's journey has solidified her standing in the annals of aerospace engineering.

Join us in this episode for a thought-provoking discussion on topics ranging from extraterrestrial existence to the alluring solar eclipse. Dr. Horton delves into her personal challenges and triumphs, emphasizes the importance of fostering African-American representation in STEM fields, and shares heartwarming anecdotes from her work with mentees at Unapologetically Being Inc., an organization dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices in STEM.

Explore Dr. Horton's vision for revolutionizing the landscape of STEM, insights on achieving a harmonious work-life balance, and her ventures in crafting science fiction for young adults. Listen as she addresses the obstacles women and minorities face in STEM and imparts invaluable guidance on excelling in these domains.

In this episode, Dr. Horton opens up about overcoming her hearing impairment, encourages listeners to steadfastly pursue their aspirations, and details her upcoming plans to witness the solar eclipse in Little Rock, Arkansas, alongside other endeavors on her agenda. Concluding with reflections on her legacy in STEM and a call to action for support towards Unapologetically Being, Inc., discover more about her organization at www.unapologeticallybeing.org.