This episode really brings something special to the STEM stories. For the first time in Epic Earth history, we interview not just one amazing STEM go-getter, but THREE! And they are some of Boise State's finest and most well-respected! Meet:

Eric Jankowski: an associate professor in the Micron School of Materials Science and engineering where he uses computing to understand organic materials for solar power and aerospace applications.

Krishna Pakala: an assistant professor in the Department of Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering where he uses engineering education research as an engine to identify evidence-based approaches that best enhance student experiences.

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Anne Hamby: an assistant professor of Marketing in the college of business and economics where she studies the ways that consumers understand and are influenced by narratives.

Alongside being three amazing teachers, these three EPIC stars are giving a voice to science through "The Story Collider" project - a non-profit storytelling organization that focuses on the personal connection we all have with science. Eric, who is also The Story Collider board president, says "Everyone has a science story to tell", and as part of the mission, this organization allows "people from all walks of life - from scientists and doctors to journalists and comedians to artists, firefighters, and bartenders" - to artfully tell their story through trainings and public productions.

Join us as we learn more about their stories and the awesome method of communicating science through story-telling. We couldn't WAIT to post this podcast!

What's your narrative? What story would you tell?

If you'd like more information about The Story Collider Project, please feel free to reach out to Eric, Krishna, or Anne, or visit the website, at: https://www.storycollider.org