Emerging Tech Unpacked with Lucy Lin
Emerging Tech Unpacked is where technology meets storytelling.
Hosted by Lucy Lin, the podcast makes emerging technologies and innovations easier to understand by breaking down complex ideas into real, relatable conversations.
Each episode features thought-provoking discussions with women in STEM and male allies who are driving change in their industries. They share their journeys, lessons learned, and insights on how we can future-proof our careers and close the diversity gaps in science, technology, and innovation.
Mission-driven, educational, and deeply inspirational, Emerging Tech Unpacked shines a light on the people shaping our tech-powered future and invites you to be part of the movement.
Our Mission:
• Provide educational content about emerging tech and innovation topics
• To shine a spotlight on diverse & inclusive leadership
• Promote career pathways for more people to enter STEM careers
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Emerging Tech Unpacked with Lucy Lin
Quantum Explained with Australia’s Former Chief Scientist and CSIRO Board Member, Dr Cathy Foley
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Have you ever wondered what a Chief Scientist actually does, or how quantum physics could change your everyday life?
In this episode of Emerging Tech Unpacked, host Lucy Lin sits down with Dr Cathy Foley, physicist, board member at CSIRO, and Australia’s former Chief Scientist, to unpack how “science for humanity” drives everything from national policy to quantum innovation.
Cathy shares how she went from a curious kid who loved science to becoming Australia’s Chief Scientist, what really happens behind the scenes in that role, and why Australia is now a front‑runner in the global quantum race.
Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, a science fan, or just quantum‑curious, this conversation will change how you see physics, policy, and Australia’s role in the future of technology.
*Chapters*
00:00 Meet Dr Cathy Foley
04:32 CSIRO Career Highlights
06:13 Superconductors Explained
10:33 Global Research Collaboration
13:21 Why CSIRO Matters
17:15 Becoming Australia’s Chief Scientist
20:14 Chief Scientist Responsibilities
23:16 Quantum Basics
25:44 Quantum Leap Explained
27:33 Superposition And Entanglement Explained
30:44 Explain It Like A Five Year Old
31:54 Schrödinger’s Cat Explained
35:10 Quantum In Everyday Tech
37:38 Quantum Computing
42:46 Australia & the Global Quantum Race
45:12 Building The National Quantum Strategy
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