8) "Dismantling Gender Stereotypes in Math Education" (Vanessa Vakharia)

In this episode, I had an entertaining conversation with Math rock star Vanessa Vakharia about her personal math journey, her Math Hack book series, the founding of her company The Math Guru, and the need to dismantle gender stereotypes in Math education.  To learn more about Vanessa's work, you can visit the Math Guru website at themathguru.ca or follow her on all social media platforms (@themathguru).    BIO: Vanessa Vakharia is the Founder and Chief Inspiration Officer of The Math Guru. She is a teacher with a Bachelor of Commerce, a degree in Graphic Design and a Masters degree in Mathematics Education. Born and raised in Toronto, Vanessa attended the University of Guelph, D’Youville College, Humber College and the University of British Columbia. She is recognized as a leading expert and published author in the field of Youth Engagement and Education. She specializes in teen engagement in STEM, with a specific focus on engaging young women to embrace STEM as a part of their fluid identities.