The Scully Effect: We Want to Believe

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The Scully Effect: We Want to Believe

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May 27, 2022

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The truth is out there and it is that Dana Scully is a force to be reckoned with when it comes to women and girls getting into STEM. Bridget Todd joins us to break down the real world impact of this fictional character, with some nerding out along the way.

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May 27, 2022

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