Shaping the Future: Dr. Karen Davidowitz Corbin on Breaking Barriers and Inspiring Young Innovators

Curiosity made her feel different. Now it's the reason she's making a difference. Dr. Karen Davidowitz Corbin didn't grow up knowing scientists.  She grew up in Puerto Rico watching Wonder Woman reruns, playing with a toy microscope, and asking questions no one around her could answer.  That curiosity led her into nutrition research and eventually to founding Geeks That Speak, helping kids and scientists find their voice. In this episode, she shares how parents, teachers, and even failure shaped her journey and how one small moment can spark a child's future. Swap fear for curiosity and help your kids dream bigger. Tune into the full episode: ▶ ️ Shaping the Future: Dr. Karen Davidowitz Corbin on Breaking Barriers and Inspiring Young Innovators.    Enjoy the podcast? Subscribe and leave a 5-star review!   Dr. Karen Davidowitz Corbin is the founder of Geeks That Speak®, an organization inspiring the scientific community to share their work with clarity and impact—and encouraging young girls to pursue careers in STEM. Growing up in Puerto Rico with a deep love for science, she turned her passion into a career in clinical-translational research. Now a researcher at AdventHealth, Karen blends her expertise in human nutrition, metabolism, and metabolic diseases with the art of storytelling—empowering others to communicate discoveries that can change lives. Connect with Dr. Karen Davidowitz Corbin:   Website: https://www.geeksthatspeak.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/geeksthatspeakscience Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geeks.that.speak/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-corbin-phd-rd-75229111/   Young Innovators Academy is redefining early education by fostering an innovative mindset in children from infancy to school age. With a curriculum grounded in the latest brain research, the academy equips young learners with critical skills, attitudes, and values to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Teachers create hands-on, joy-filled learning environments where children tackle real-world challenges through creativity and collaboration. Leadership and staff are dedicated to continuous improvement, ensuring a nurturing atmosphere that inspires a lifelong love of learning.   Website: https://www.younginnovatorsacademy.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/younginnovatorsacademy/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/younginnovatorsacademy/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/YoungInnovatorsAcademy   Marnie Forestieri is a passionate advocate for reshaping education to meet the demands of tomorrow's workforce. With experience spanning classroom teaching, childcare administration, and entrepreneurial ventures, she has dedicated her career to empowering young minds. Marnie believes traditional education methods are insufficient for preparing children for the future, emphasizing the need for critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability. Her work focuses on guiding parents and educators to foster skills that align with emerging technologies and dynamic career landscapes.   Website: https://marnieforestieri.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marnieforestieri/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marnie-forestieri/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marnie_forestieri/