Episode 35 - Workwear that works for women w/ Alexis Armstrong

In this episode, we speak with Alexis Armstrong, founder of Peggy Work Wear. Alexis is a sedimentologist with a diverse background spanning gold mining, academia, and marine research. Before transitioning to academia, she worked as a field geologist, 3D modeler, and exploration geologist. As part of the International Ocean Discovery Program, she sailed on the Joides Resolution , completing over ten marine expeditions, including two to Antarctica. She's also the host of The Smoko Podcast , where she shares stories of women in non-traditional careers. In this episode, Alexis discusses what inspired her to create a workwear company designed for women and gender-diverse individuals in trades—and the impact she hopes to make. Listen to the Best of the WWEST on Spotify , Apple , Google , Amazon , iHeart , Gaana , and Castbox Visit wwest-cwse.ca to learn more about WWEST and to listen to other available episodes.

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Episode 35 - Workwear that works for women w/ Alexis Armstrong is an episode from Best of the WWEST by Westcoast Women in Engineering, Science and Technology.

This episode is 22:06 long.

This episode was published on Jan 3, 2025.

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