She+ Geeks Out Podcast She+ Geeks Out

Join us for an important conversation about gender and the workplace as we explore topics ranging from confirmation bias to gender-based violence and the subtleties of power gap relationships. Our guest is Emily Nix, Assistant Professor of Finance and Business at the USC Marshall School of Business and a labor economist who studies the economic impacts of violence against women, the gender income gap, inequality, and human capital accumulation. Her research and expertise have been featured in the Economist, the Guardian, the Financial Times, NPR, and more.

Listen in as Julia Taylor, Founder and CEO of GeekPack shares her remarkable transition from intelligence work to tech entrepreneurship. Her story is a tapestry of life-altering moments—her first deployment, finding love, and the challenges faced as a military spouse, ultimately leading her to the tech world. She recounts how a simple Google search sparked her coding passion, emphasizing the value of community and mentorship. As Julia's tale unfolds, we also peel back the layers on the evolution of remote work, from the logistical hurdles of global teams to the personal joys of travel and flexibility.

Before our conversation with Julia, we dive into the wild world of DEI backlash. It’s messy out there, people!