Self-improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast

In the past decade, artificial intelligence (AI) has made waves in the realm of technology, assisting us in our daily lives with errands, work tasks, and more. But, how can AI be employed for electronic security? So, this week on Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by assistant professor of cybersecurity Rizka Widyarini Purwanto.

Aside from her assistant professor role at Monas...

Busy and bustling lives can often leave our minds muddled and stuck in autopilot. So, this week on Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by journaling coach Amanda Stern to learn more about how the simple act of putting pen to paper can set you on a clear path forward and onto self-discovery.

An events manager turned journaling coach, Amanda reconnected with her inner self throug...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a rapidly evolving technology that has graced our devices for over a decade, yet an enigma surrounding it persists. So, this week on Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by artist-attorney Stephanie Drawdy to learn more about AI and how it can assist us in our artistic pursuits.

As an artist with a background in law, Stephanie portrays topics of p...

From the food we consume to the nutrients our bodies absorb, every bite we take has the potential to influence our mood, cognition, and overall mental state. So, this week on Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by clinical nutritionist Anthony Hartcher to discuss proper nutrition and its impact on our mental health.

An inspirational speaker on a variety of health and wellbeing ...

Often laden with cultural taboos and societal pressures, divorce—especially within communities of color—is often shrouded in silence and stigma. So, in this week’s episode of Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by divorce and relationship confidence coach Monica Kalra to deconstruct divorce within cultural contexts.

The founder of Revorce, a term coined by Monica to mean ‘to re...

Professional fulfillment often presents several winding paths, and carving out a career that speaks to your soul can prove challenging for even the most talented. So, in this week’s episode of Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by career coach Utkarsh Narang to explore the art of aligning passion with profession.

Over his 16 years in employment, Utkarsh has gone from being a p...

Retirement often marks the culmination of one’s professional career, but it also heralds a new chapter filled with opportunities for self-reflection, growth, and fulfillment. So, in this week’s episode of Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by applied developmental psychologist Deborah Heiser to uncover the transformative potential of retirement.

Having been featured in Forbes ...

Building a healthy relationship with food often takes several rounds of trial and error—and sometimes it feels cyclical—especially with diet culture popularized by the media. But in recent years, ‘intuitive eating’ has been making waves. So, this week on Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by a psychologist, Dr. Gia Marson, to learn more about the anti-diet approach.

As a psych...

Some hope for a mundane job that will allow them to fund side projects, and others long for a career they can call their vocation. Both routes can be equally fulfilling, but one thing is for sure: finding meaningful work isn’t always the smoothest of journeys. So, join us in an episode of Self-Improvement Atlas as host Marie Stella picks the brain of speaker and writer Rebecca Fraser- Thill to learn more about the psychology and de...

Welcome to the newest episode of Self-Improvement Atlas, where host Marie Stella chats with renowned Victoria Shaw, an art appraiser and advisor with 30 years of experience in the world of art, antiques, and auctions.

Having been certified and accredited by the Appraisers Association of America in numerous areas, Victoria provides appraisals for a diverse range of clients, from those who are looking to build a collection, to famili...

Welcome to the latest episode of Self-Improvement Atlas as host Marie Stella sits down with the incredible Karen Knight, a seasoned expert with over 25 years of experience in providing volunteer engagement advice, mentoring, and training for social impact organizations.

As an internationally recognized author, presenter, and thought leader, Karen is here to challenge the standard thinking around volunteerism. She shines a spotlight...

In this episode of Self-improvement Atlas, host Marie Stella is joined by personal stylist Natalia Macri, who is also the founder of Sydney-based styling service, Style and You.

Passionate about helping everybody concoct unique, creative, elegant and timeless looks, Natalia Macri has earned her credibility through extensive experience working professionally with corporate and individual clients in Europe and now Australia. She is a...

On this episode of Self-Improvement Atlas, we are joined by Kailey Breyer, a graduate of USC's engineering program, advocating for girls' empowerment and serving as a beacon of inspiration for numerous individuals through her impactful presence on social media. 

Formerly the visionary behind Kailey's Queens, an empowering initiative for teenage girls, Kailey now leverages social media to empower young women to communicate effective...

In the first Self-improvement Atlas episode of 2024, host Marie Stella is joined by insurance advisor Jen Fajardo to discuss the importance of financial planning, especially during an opportune time like the new year.

With a goal to inspire Gen Zs and millennials her age to normalize open discussions pertaining to finance, Jen has garnered thousands of followers on social media, promoting financial literacy—all from her home in the...

Happy holidays and welcome to Self-improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast! In this special festive episode, host Marie Stella is joined by registered dietitian Brandy Stayman to discuss nutrition upkeep during a season that is an absolute minefield for self-esteem.

With over 13 years of experience under her belt, Brandy’s specialties include intuitive eating, disordered eating, eating disorders, PCOS, and prenatal...

Welcome to Self-improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast! In this week’s episode, we are joined by the infamous lino print artist, Steph Bursill from Melbourne, who runs a business selling her own art. 

Steph has more than 100,000 followers on TikTok, where she shares her journey of making lino prints. When she's not making art or TikTok videos, she enjoys watching RuPaul's Drag Race and taking care of her plants. W...

Have you ever wondered why close friendships are important and how adults can overcome the challenges of initiating close friendships? In this episode of Self-improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcasts, our host Marie Stella, sits down with Dr. Bill Chopik, MSU Psych Prof. to discuss the importance of vulnerability in forging these deep bonds, and how to exhibit it.

Known for his dynamic research on the interplay of ...

Welcome to another episode of Self-improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast! In today's session, our host, Marie Stella, delves into the intricate web of media's impact on our self-image, joined by the remarkable Melbourne based psychologist, Krysta Kors.

Krysta is far from your typical psychologist; her expertise spans a wide spectrum, encompassing education, community organizations, and medical clinics. She specia...

In this episode of Self-improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella was joined by banking industry expert Dr. John-Paul Monck. Together, they explore how banking products can be powerful financial tools, paving the way for both financial liberation and personal growth.

John-Paul, a seasoned professional in the banking industry, brings a wealth of experience from working with major banks and regulator...