Empowering Young Minds: Ruth Amos on Inventing, Engineering, and Inspiring Future Generations

In this episode of 'Steph on Skills,' powered by Enginuity, Steph chats with Ruth Amos, a renowned inventor and maker known for her YouTube show 'Kids Invent Stuff.' 

Ruth shares her journey from aspiring lawyer to accidental inventor, detailing her early invention, the StairSteady, and her subsequent efforts to inspire young people in STEM fields.

Steph and Ruth discuss the importance of creativity, lifelong learning, the value of real-world experience and the need for businesses to actively support and engage with young people. 

00:00 Introduction to Steph on Skills

00:52 Meet Ruth Amos: Accidental Inventor

01:31 The Journey into Engineering

06:06 Kids Invent Stuff: Inspiring Young Minds

10:58 The Power of Social Media in Education

14:45 Encouraging STEM Careers

26:23 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

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