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Hosted by Alexis Armstrong · science · EN-US
The Smoko Podcast is a show that highlights the stories of women working in non-traditional roles. The scoundrels working in STEM, Trades, and Ag; and the organizations supporting them. The Smoko Podcast is sponsored by Peggy Workwear: technical workwear designed by women, for women. From the shop floor to the boardroom, Peggy Workwear creates workwear which fits and functions for your everyday. Whatever that may be! After all, we've been in your boots. www.peggyworkwear.ca
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Contact path
Public web form
Booking probability
29%
Guest openness
Selective
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Signup to Generate a PitchThe Smoko Podcast is a show that highlights the stories of women working in non-traditional roles. The scoundrels working in STEM, Trades, and Ag; and the organizations supporting them. The Smoko Podcast is sponsored by Peggy Workwear: technical workwear designed by women, for women.
The Smoko Podcast is hosted by Alexis Armstrong. The show has published 90 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Toby Michaud: Wildlife biologist, WinSETT, and principal at Linkside Consulting" (12 November 2025, 56 minutes), "Chelsea Barron: Red Seal machinist, BCIT Instructor, and advisor for the National Indigenous Tradeswomen Advisory Circle" (5 November 2025, 44 minutes), and "Kihana Wilson: The Astro Stud, Astrophysicist, and STEM Communicator" (29 October 2025, 56 minutes).
The Smoko Podcast publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 52 minutes across 90 episodes.
Booking probability for The Smoko Podcast is 29%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Smoko Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Smoko Podcast's contact route on record: public web form.
Alexis Armstrong hosts The Smoko Podcast, a science podcast with 90 episodes published.
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Episode #16
Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we sit down with the thoughtful and dynamic Toby Michaud, a former wildlife biologist, DEI advocate, and founder of a facilitation practice centered on inclusion, equity, and...
Episode #15
Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week, we’re joined by Chelsea Barron, an Indigenous Two-Spirit Red Seal Machinist, instructor at BCIT, and advocate for representation in the trades.Chelsea shares her remarkable...
Episode #14
Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we sit down with astrophysicist, science communicator, and STEM icon Kihana Wilson, known online as The Astro Stud. Kihana shares her incredible journey from a curious 10-year-old...
Episode #13
Take a break, we're on Smoko! This week we're joined by Brandy Kawulka, a powerhouse in the trades and a fierce advocate for women in the industry. Brandy shares her journey from studying joinery at BCIT to running her...
Episode #11
Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we’re joined by Lacey Rose and Jess Kaknevicius the founders of Women in Wood, a community that champions representation, support, and advocacy for women in the forestry sector...
Episode #10
Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we sit down with Sophia Malbarosa known online as Pia Builds. Pia is a multidisciplinary artist turned carpenter, professor, and advocate for representation in the trades. Pia’s...
Episode #9
Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we sit down with 2023 Churchill Fellow Polly Britten, a woman in trades advocate. Polly speaks to her involvement in the NextGen Tradies - Try a Trade Program, as well as her...
Episode #8
Take a break, we’re on Smoko! We’re honoured to sit down with Aria Joughin, the founder of Make With, a queer-owned learning center dedicated to equipping individuals—especially women, queer, trans, and BIPOC folks—with...
Episode #7
Take a break we’re on Smoko! This week we’re joined by Rosa and Mathilde, co-presidents of the Student Association for Geography, Geomatics, and the Environment (SAGE). Together, they share their passion for...
Episode #6
Take a break, we’re on Smoko! We’re joined by the multi-talented Lindsay Reynolds, the founding president of Hancock & MacArthur, and the host of the She Wears Work Boots podcast. From her early days studying civil...
Episode #5
Take a break, we’re on Smoko! We’re joined by Emma Priestner, a Technical Education Specialist with the Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) Foundation and a driving force behind transformative initiatives like the Women of...
Episode #4
Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we sit down with Carly Steiman, an entrepreneur and a licensed electrician with nearly 20 years of experience, eight which operating her residential electrical business Lady...
Episode #3
Take a break, we’re on Smoko. This week, we sit down with Marg Latham, an influential leader in engineering, project management, and mentorship. With an impressive career spanning decades Marg has not only excelled in...
Episode #2
Take a break, we’re on Smoko. We’re thrilled to be joined by Lindsay Lashley, ancivil engineer and concrete materials specialist involved in Canada’s rail and transportation sectors. Lindsay has made remarkable...
Episode #1
Take a break, we’re on Smoko. We sit down with Caeley Looney an aerospace and space systems engineer and passionate advocate for diversity in STEM fields. With an enthusiasm for both engineering and outreach, Caeley has...
Episode #74
Take a break, we’re on Smoko! Honored to be joined by Anna Lary, a trailblazing Red Seal and BC Master Electrician. With over a decade of experience teaching in the electrical apprenticeship program at BCIT and numerous...
Episode #73
Take a break, we’re on Smoko! We sit down with the remarkable founders of Girls in Civil: Sofía D. Boscio-López, Gilmarie O’Neill Medina, Charmelis A. Reyes Cruz, Laura M. Rosario Gonzalez, and Gabriela Yáñez González...
Episode #72
Trigger Warning: This episode deals with very serious topics, specifically about suicide and mental health. We speak about suicide prevention and the mental health crisis within our communities. We speak to the work of...
Episode #71
Take a break, we’re on Smoko! Honored to sit down with Olympian Mandy Bujold, for an in-depth conversation about her remarkable journey from the boxing ring to the construction industry. Mandy, an 11-time national...
Episode #70
Take a break, we’re on Smoko! I sit down with Tara Hogan, the founder of ArtHaus Projects, known for their innovative approach to estimating and construction management. Tara, with over 10 years of experience in...
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Olympian, Gender Equity Advocate, & Community Builder at GVCA, Grand Valley Construction Association
Estimator & Founder, Pennsylvania Special Olympics
GWOAT, Only Women Entrepreneurs
CEO, Architect, General Contractor, Interior Designer, Julie Laughton Design Build
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