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Twingineering

by Victoria and Vanessa Liera

We are Victoria and Vanessa Liera! We are first generation, Latina Electrical Engineers... and yes, we're twins. We were born and raised in the San Fernando Valley (Panorama City) in California. We both studied Electrical Engineering and obtained a minor in Theatre and Dance at UC Davis. We wanted to create this podcast in hopes of being resources for other first generation minorities in Engineering and STEM by sharing our experiences & knowledge with you as we go through life, college, and industry.

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Episodes

  1. Twingineering Episode 34: Interview Questions Pt.3

    For this episode, we talk about Interview Questions, specifically Technical questions. If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit our website or send us a message! (twingineering.wordpress.com)Follow our social media accounts: Instagram: @lieratwins...

  2. Twingineering Episode 35: Interview Questions Pt. 2

    For this episode, we talk about Interview Questions, specifically Skills/Technical questions and how to approach them.If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit our website or send us a message! (twingineering.wordpress.com)Follow our social media accounts:...

  3. Twingineering Episode 33: Interview Questions Pt.1 - Behavioral/Skills Questions

    For this episode, we talk about Interview Questions, specifically Behavioral/Skills questions and how to approach them.If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit our website or send us a message! (twingineering.wordpress.com)Follow our social media accounts:...

  4. Twingineering Episode 32: Calculating Components in Series and Parallel

    For this episode, we discuss calculating components (resistors, capacitors, and inductors) in series and in parallel. If you are listening and not watching, we tried our best!If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit our website or send us a message!...

  5. Twingineering Episode 31: Sustainability and Equity in Engineering Ft. Alma Meili Ren

    For this episode, we talk with Alma about what AguaClara is and her involvement in AguaClara, as well as aspirations. Alma's linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alma-meili-ren... Link to AguaClara website: https://aguaclara.cornell.edu/Instagram: @cuaguaclaraA little about Alma: Alma is a…

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  6. Twingineering Episode 30: EE Stuff! (VERY) Basic Stuff

    For this episode, we talk about EE Stuff! (VERY basic EE Stuff)If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit our website or send us a message! (twingineering.wordpress.com)Follow our social media accounts: Instagram: @lieratwins @victorialiera...

  7. Twingineering Episode 29: Let's Catch Up!

    For this episode, we catch up (with each other and with you!) as we talk about or life updates and future plans for the podcast.If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit our website or send us a message! (twingineering.wordpress.com)Follow our social media...

  8. Twingineering Episode 28: Managing Motherhood and a Professional Career ft. Daniela Gutierrez

    For this episode, we talk about managing motherhood and a professional career. Daniela shares her experience and journey being a mother in engineering, what she's learned and challenges she has faced, along with some advice. We also discuss a few submitted questions.If you'd like to ask us a...

  9. Twingineering Episode 27: Managing Stress

    For this episode, we talk about Managing Stress. We touch on focusing only on what you can control, feeding your body good things, keeping hobbies and activities that are physical, artistic, and/or educational, morning/night routine, and planning less vs more.If you'd like to ask us a question or...

  10. Twingineering Episode 26: Branching Out and Taking a Different Path ft. Emely Rivera

    For this episode, we talk with Emely about Biomedical Engineering - why she chose it and her experience. We also learn more about what she does now as an Associate Scientist in Family Care R&D at Procter & Gamble. Reach out to Emely: Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: Emely Giselle Rivera:...

  11. Twingineering Episode 25: We've Made it This Far, What's Next?

    For this episode, we talk about our accomplishments, guests, and topics discussed in 2024. We also talk about our future plans for the podcast and for ourselves. We turned 25 ! So we also share some of our personal and professional goals (: If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on...

  12. Twingineering Episode 24: Embracing Your Own Path as a College Student ft. Jamee Bates

    For this episode, we talk about student perspectives with Jamee Bates, specifically on embracing your own path and avoiding comparison to others. If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit our website or send us a message! (twingineering.wordpress.com) Follow...

  13. Twingineering Episode 23: Let's Talk About Our 20's

    For this episode, we talk about our 20s and how our life compares/relates to that of older generations in our family. We touch on our experiences, opportunities, education, food and prioritizing health, where we are/were at in life at a certain age, sacrifices, and more. If you'd like to ask us a...

  14. Twingineering Episode 22: Generational Differences in the workplace

    For this episode, we discuss generational differences in the workplace.. If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit our website or send us a message! (twingineering.wordpress.com) Follow our social media accounts: Instagram: @lieratwins @victorialiera...

  15. Twingineering Episode 21: Imposter Sydnrome ft. Megan Lightbourn

    For this episode, we talk about imposter syndrome. We also talk to Megan about her volunteer work and why she chose chemical engineering. We also touch on business resource groups. Megan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-lightbourn-4057a715b If you'd like to ask us a question or give…

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  16. Twingineering Episode 20: Taking Every Opportunity Ft. Yessica Jimenez

    For this episode, we talk to Yessica about Materials Science Engineering, her motivation to pursue a career in manufacturing & automotive industry, being the first in your family to speak another language & pursue a degree in another country, her experience as a student research assistant, and we...

  17. Twingineering Ep 19: More than Engineering: Engineering & Intellectual Property Ft. Cassidy Aranda

    For this episode, we talk to Cassidy about Intellectual Property, her journey in engineering and law, & ethics in engineering. About Cassidy: Cassidy Aranda is a member of the California Baptist University, Electrical & Computer Engineering Class of 2020. Post-graduation, Cassidy worked as an...

  18. Episode 18: How I Became a Software Engineer ft. Corina Salas

    For this episode, we talk to Corina how she decided on software engineering and her journey so far. About Corina: Corina is currently a Software Engineer at Target. She graduated from Saint Xavier University in 2021 where she majored in Computer Science and a completed a minor in communications!…

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  19. Twingineering Episode 17: Taking a Different Route ft. Adheli Gonzalez

    For this episode, we talk to Adheli about taking a different route and going into management. About Adheli: She currently works as a Project Supervisor in the Expansion Department at McMaster-Carr. She started at the company in Sept 2021. She completed a major in Mechanical Engineering with a…

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  20. Twingineering Epsiode 16: Anniversary!

    It's been ONE WHOLE YEAR since we started our podcast! Thank you to everyone who has listened so far. Listen to this episode for some updates on where we're at professionally since last year, things we’ve learned / lessons throughout this past year, and some podcast highlights/stats. We also…

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  21. Twingineering Episode 13: Being a First Gen in Industry & Moving Away From Home

    For this episode, we talk to Emilia about being first gen in industry and moving away from home for the first time. We also answer some submitted questions! About Emilia: She is a recent graduate from UC Davis with her Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering. She got an amazing opportunity shortly...

  22. Twingineering Episode 15: Becoming an Aerospace Engineer ft. Sarahi Granados

    For this episode, we talk to Sarahi about her journey becoming an Aerospace Engineer, graduating debt free and her community involvement. We also answer some submitted questions! About Sarahi: She graduated from UC Davis in 2021 with degrees in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering as...

  23. Twingineering Episode 14: Doing it All ft. Katya Echazarreta

    For this episode, we talk to Katya about her experience in school/industry/now, Going to Space!, Campamento Aeroespacial, and not being limited to one industry. We also answer some submitted questions! About Katya: She started her career studying electrical engineering at UCLA. Shortly after, she...

  24. Twingineering Episode 12: Being a First-Gen Graduate + Doing a 5th Year ft Andrea Ayala

    For this episode, we talk to Andrea about her experience being a First Gen graduate and doing a 5th year. We briefly touch on the importance of joining organizations, LEADR, and we answer a couple asked questions (listed below). About Andrea: She studied Mechanical Engineering at UC Davis. She is...

  25. Twingineering Epsiode 11: Grad School ft. Veronica Contreras

    For this episode, we talk about Grad School with our 1st guest on the podcast: Veronica Contreras. Veronica shares her experience in grad school and what it's been like pursuing a PhD in Electrical Engineering. She also shares some advice to those wanting to or thinking about pursuing grad school...

  26. Twingineering Episode 9: The Interview Process

    For this episode, we talk about the interview process: what the process is like, red flags to look for, common questions that are asked, advice, and more! If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit our website! (twingineering.wordpress.com) Follow our social...

  27. Twingineering Episode 8: Working in a Male Dominated Field

    For this episode, we talk about Working in a Male Dominated Field: what our experience has been like, pros/cons, etc. If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit our website! (twingineering.wordpress.com) Follow our social media accounts: Instagram…

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  28. Twingineering Episode 7: Mentorship

    For this episode we talk about Mentorship and its importance, and benefits. We talk about our experiences with our mentors, where you can find them, and we share a little bit about the mentorship program we started with COFFEE (Club of Future Female Electrical Engineers)! If you'd like to ask us…

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  29. Twingineering Episode 6: Commenting on the Lack of Push for Latinas in STEM

    For this episode, we comment and have a conversation about the lack of push for Latinas in STEM If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit our website! (twingineering.wordpress.com) Follow our social media accounts: Instagram: @lieratwins @victorialiera...

  30. Twingineering Episode 5: Early Careers - Common Questions and Advice

    For this episode, we will be answering some common questions as well as offering some advice about topics related to early careers. If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit our website! (twingineering.wordpress.com) Follow our social media accounts:...

  31. Twingineering Episode 4: Resources

    For this episode, we are doing a Resources (Part 2) where we talk about The Pantry, Scholarships, Calfresh, and Financial Aid. If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to talk about, visit our website! (twingineering.wordpress.com) Follow our social media accounts: Instagram:...

  32. Twingineering Episode 3: Organizations and the Importance of Community

    For this episode, we focus on the importance of community by sharing some of our experience with being involved in college. We also talk about different National and UC Davis organizations that helped us during and after college. Some of these organizations include: SWE, IEEE, CALESS, COFFEE…

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  33. Twingineering Episode 2: Job Search/Lack of Motivation and Living at/away From Home

    For this episode, we talk about our experiences with the Job Search during and after college ... and the lack of motivation or discouragement that can come with it. We also talk about our own experiences living at and away from home. If you'd like to ask us a question or give us ideas on what to...

  34. Twingineering Episode 1: Introductions

    For this episode, we mainly give an introduction about ourselves, what this series is going to be about, and why we started it. We also talk about why we chose engineering and a little about our post grad life, including our current positions and what else we're up to outside of work. if you'd…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

We are Victoria and Vanessa Liera! We are first generation, Latina Electrical Engineers... and yes, we're twins. We were born and raised in the San Fernando Valley (Panorama City) in California. We both studied Electrical Engineering and obtained a minor in Theatre and Dance at UC Davis. We wanted to create this podcast in hopes of being resources for other first generation minorities in Engineering and STEM by sharing our experiences & knowledge with you as we go through life, college, and industry.

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We are Victoria and Vanessa Liera! We are first generation, Latina Electrical Engineers... and yes, we're twins. We were born and raised in the San Fernando Valley (Panorama City) in California. We both studied Electrical Engineering and obtained a minor in Theatre and Dance at UC Davis. We wanted...

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