The Engineer-ish

Andrew & LaTorie Martin•podcasters.spotify.com

The Engineer-ish is a space for those with an interest in engineering and tech. Your hosts are two dope individuals who happen to have engineering, entrepreneurship, and excellence in common (oh — and their last name!). In this podcast, they navigate their mistakes, lessons learned, and what they may have done differently knowing what they know now. Torie and Drew give you the podcast you never knew you needed until you got it.

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It's the Versatility for Me...

On today’s episode of The Engineer-ish, The Martins welcome their first guest Eduardo Flores who brings memes, comedy, and engineering to his large following on Instagram. They discuss the versatility in engineering and how some engineers land in spaces that may be somewhat surprising to others. Is entrepreneurship the new norm for engineers and techies? Eduardo shares his story and how he has found a way to mix memes and entrepreneurship along his journey. You don’t want to miss how nervous Tor...

Mar 21, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 10

Blame It on the Team

On today’s episode of The Engineer-ish, the Martins delve into the dynamics of teamwork and some of the frustrations that come along with being a part of a team. They use Tuckman’s stages of group development to make sense of it all. They realize teams fall into place or unfortunately fall apart but there's a lesson to be learned either way! #Sidebar — What is the worst team you’ve been a part of and why? Did y’all ever accomplish the set goal? Write us: theengineer.ish@gmail.com Stay in the loo...

Mar 07, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 9

Say Thank You

On today’s episode of The Engineer-ish, Drew couldn't stop talking about how great and impressive women are. Torie was feeling the love and agreed. She also highlighted her experiences of being a minority in a male dominated field. On the “Ask Engineer-ish” segment, Drew advises a listener who regrets mixing business with pleasure. #Sidebar — have you ever gone to HR to report anyone for their shenanigans? Write us: theengineer.ish@gmail.com Follow & tweet us with our tags: @theengineer_ish ...

Feb 21, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 8

Does size really matter?

On today’s episode of The Engineer-ish, Drew feels targeted when Torie brings up the topic, ‘does size really matter’, only to find out the focus is on company size. Join the Martins as they discuss the pros and cons of bigger vs smaller companies and their experiences with both. They have an eye opening conclusion and finally come to an agreement on ‘is bigger really better’. #Sidebar — if you’ve worked at bigger and smaller companies, how does the onboarding training at both compare and contra...

Feb 08, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 7

S.T.A.R.

On today’s episode of The Engineer-ish, the Martins kick off their first ‘remix’ episode. Their reputations are on the line as they take on their first interview of 2021. Unlike most interviews that they have experienced, they are at least able to keep it professional, funny, and real. #Sidebar — which interview have you been the most nervous and why? What was the end result? Write us: theengineer.ish@gmail.com Follow & tweet us with our tags: @theengineer_ish...

Jan 25, 2021•1 hr 12 min

Hindsight 20-20 in 2020

On today’s episode of The Engineer-ish, the Martins discuss using hindsight to learn a lesson and thrive. They also think back on past decisions and how, or if, they would have done things differently, and how fear of failure has impacted some of their past decisions. On the #AwkwardAF segment, Drew has to let a date down gently who looks nothing like her profile pictures, and Torie drops gems in “Engineering Education” on a resume hack that could land you your next interview. #Sidebar — have yo...

Jan 11, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Email Entanglement

On today’s episode of The Engineer-ish, the Martins discuss creating mutually beneficial relationships with recruiters and juggling work-life balance. On the “Ask Engineer-ish” segment, they advise a troubled listener who is trapped in an email entanglement on the job. #Sidebar — has your work cell phone ever gotten you into any trouble? Write us: theengineer.ish@gmail.com Follow & tweet us with our tags: @theengineer_ish...

Dec 28, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Can You Count to a Billion?

On today’s episode of The Engineer-ish, the Martins discuss how to focus at work and school post the racial divide in our country and how they keep from going off on those who don't seem to get it or sympathize. On the “Ask Engineer-ish” segment, Torie guides a listener who has become bored in the role of a Quality Engineer. #Sidebar — What is the shortest amount of time that you worked for a company? Write us: theengineer.ish@gmail.com Follow & tweet us with our tags: @theengineer_ish...

Dec 22, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Born to Lose, Built to Win

On today’s episode of The Engineer-ish, the Martins discuss combating racism and injustices at school/work and their personal experiences with bias and racism throughout their journeys. On the #AwkwardAF segment, Torie has to give a friend harsh but honest feedback. #Sidebar — have you ever told someone who thinks they sing well that you think otherwise? #AwkwardAF Write us: theengineer.ish@gmail.com Follow & tweet us with our tags: @theengineer_ish...

Dec 14, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 2

It All Started When…

On today’s episode of The Engineer-ish, both hosts spill the beans on their Martin last name and why this podcast was created to be a navigational tool for future, current and aspiring engineers. On the “Ask Engineer-ish” segment, they advise a listener whose long nails may get in the way of her next career move. In “Engineering Education” they explain a great alternative to those seeking to add professional experience to their resumes. #Sidebar — if you are old enough, do you remember your AOL ...

Dec 07, 2020•1 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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