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EPISODE · Feb 10, 2026 · 27 MIN

Ep. 8 - International Day of Women and Girls in Science - The numbers, the names, and the Matilda Effect

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In this special episode, we explore women in science, the gender gap, and why representation in research, AI, and education still matters.We share reflections on what it’s like to find your place in science, play a quick Higher or Lower game using real global statistics on women in science, and spotlight powerful stories including Henrietta Lacks, Eunice Newton Foote, and the Matilda Effect - showing how women’s contributions have often been overlooked throughout history.We finish with practical ways schools, educators, and families can inspire the next generation of girls in science.

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