Viterbi Voices: The Podcast

Welcome to life at the USC Viterbi School of Engineering. Classes, student organizations, faculty, research, hands-on projects, and don't forget our social lives outside of class - it's all up for discussion with regular appearances and interviews with special guests. Viterbi Voices: The Podcast is hosted by Paul Ledesma (Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Admission) and current student Hannah Fonseca (Mechanical Engineering, Class of 2027).

Viterbi Voices: The Podcast is a education podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 414 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Viterbi Voices: The Podcast, a education show with 414 episodes published.

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  Episode #411

  Naval Architecture, Antarctica, and Trusting the Process with Zenzile Moore, BS Civil Engineering ’07

  Sep 6, 20261h 34mS12

  In this episode, Paul sits down with Zenzile Moore, a USC Viterbi alumna and Civil Engineering graduate from the Class of 2007, to discuss her journey from USC to a career in naval architecture. Zenzi reflects on discovering civil engineering at a young age, finding community and confidence at USC, and the lessons she learned from professors, classmates, and her involvement on campus. She shares how her passion for teaching led her to pursue a PhD in Civil Engineering at MIT and how her career eventually took an unexpected turn into designing ships, barges, and other floating structures. Zenzi also discusses her work on an ice-strengthened barge for McMurdo Station in Antarctica, the surprising versatility of an engineering degree, and why students should embrace uncertainty, ask for help, and trust the process as they navigate their own paths. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!

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  Episode #410

  Landmark Design, Building Los Angeles, and Engineering Leadership with Kristen Sharer, BS Civil Engineering '12

  Aug 30, 20261h 15mS12

  In this episode, Paul sits down with Kristen, a USC Viterbi alumna and Civil Engineering graduate, to discuss her journey from USC to a career at KPFF. Kristen shares insight into her work as a civil engineer and project manager, including her experience on major Los Angeles projects like the new LACMA building, and reflects on the collaboration and problem-solving that go into bringing complex designs to life. She also looks back on her time at USC, from studying abroad and internships to research and VSA, and offers advice for students on staying curious, seeking hands-on experience, and learning to ask the right questions. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!

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  Episode #409

  Mechanical Engineering, Patent Law, and Digital Health with Gavin, BS Mechanical Engineering '14

  Aug 23, 20261h 18mS12

  In this episode, Paul sits down with Gavin, a USC Viterbi alumnus and Mechanical Engineering graduate, to discuss his journey from engineering to law and digital health. Gavin reflects on his time at USC, his early career in technology consulting, and how his engineering background ultimately led him to patent law and UC Berkeley School of Law. He also shares insight into his experience in patent litigation and his current role as Head of Legal at a digital health AI startup, while offering advice for students exploring unconventional career paths and figuring out what comes next. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!

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  Episode #408

  Data Center Energy, Sustainability Science, and Leadership Growth with Allegra Reister, BS Industrial and Systems Engineering '17

  Aug 16, 20261h 18mS12

  In this episode, Paul sits down with Allegra, a USC Viterbi alumna and Industrial & Systems Engineering graduate from the Class of 2017, to discuss her journey from USC to Google. Ally shares how getting involved on campus shaped her career, reflects on her experiences in consulting, startups, and graduate school, and offers insight into her current role leading energy demand response partnerships at Google. She also shares advice for current students and aspiring engineers navigating their own career paths. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!

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  Episode #407

  Environmental Engineering, Water Reuse, and Public Health at USC with Prof. Adam Smith

  Aug 9, 202655 minS12

  In this episode, Paul sits down with Adam Smith, an environmental engineering faculty member at USC, to explore his journey from nearly joining the family lumber business to leading groundbreaking research on wastewater surveillance and biological water treatment. They discuss USC's innovative campus monitoring system that tracks COVID-19 and other infectious diseases, and dive into Southern California's urgent water crisis—where 90% of water is imported—and how cutting-edge reuse technologies are transforming wastewater into drinking water. Adam shares candid career advice for aspiring engineers and reveals what makes USC's boutique environmental engineering program unique, from lightning-round campus favorites to insights on working at the intersection of public health, sustainability, and infrastructure. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!

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