The Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator at Florida International University presents "Tech Conversations", talks with experts innovating at the intersection of technology, creativity, and entrepreneurship. Hosted by Director, Dr. Jacek J. Kolasiński, producer & co-host Maggie Salas-Amaro, and guest co-host Neil Ramsay.
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Living with a positive mindset is the best way to reach success. Here you'll find daily motivation to achieve your goals and make your dreams come true. Thank you for tuning in! Contact me at inspire247@gmail.com #Inspire247
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In this episode, Our host Jacek Kolasinski is talking with Amanda Bradley about her latest project at the Patricia and Philip Frost Art Museum. Bradley explores identity and belonging through environmental imagery, using embossed lettering to challenge legibility. Her photography captures the lushness and density of her home country, Belize.http://…
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#PonceLab In Conversation with Carlos Ponce, MD, PhD
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In this talk we feature Carlos Ponce, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor of Neurobiology at Harvard Medical School hosted by Dr. Jacek Kolasinski. What is the Ponce Lab? How do we gather and process information? Ponce Lab led the first effort that linked these image generators to the activity of living neurons in the macaque brain, allowing neurons to gu…
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In conversation with Nicolas André and Nyya Toussaint
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Celebrating Haitian Heritage month we have guest host Noelle F. Laforest in conversation with Nicolas Andre and Nyya Toussaint. In this talk we feature Nicolas André and Nyya Toussaint about their project to develop a Haitian Creole class for English speakers as part of a fellowship at FIU. They discussed publishing the course on Duolingo, the lear…
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En esta conversación parte de nuestra serie 'En Español' hablamos sobre los desafíos de la mis información en lascomunidades Hispanas. Tamoa Calzadilla nos habla de cómo identificar y responsablemente detectar esas imágenes, audios y datosque podrian ser reales o falsos Pero como detectar? Factchequeado es una herramienta para verificar imágenes, d…
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#OceanStoryteller with Dr. Shireen Rahimi
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This episode is hosted by Dimitry Said Chamy, Founding Faculty at the FIU Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator. RA+DI Entrepreneurial Resident Dr. Shireen Rahimi shares her journey from scientist researching coral reefs to becoming and environmental storyteller and science communicator. Her mission as the founder of Lightpalace Productions in Miami is …
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Emerge Americas is celebrating 10 years! Melissa Medina, CEO, President and Co-Founder of Emerge Americas is back to talk about a decade of tech! The magic city now hosts a number of companies that have set up headquarters around the city. Where is Miami a decade after Emerge launched the tech movement? Is the Metaverse outdated - all this and more…
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En esta edicion especial conversamos con la periodista Lourdes del Rio. Siempre #EnPositivo se describe como Sobreviviente despues de sobrepasar una etapa desafinate con su salud. Cuales fueron los comienzos de Lourdes Del Rio ? No se imaginan que en la radio como la Chica Cosmos 94 en Puerto Rico! Podcast | En Positivo con Lourdes Del Rio…
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Una Edicion Especial de Tech Conversations en Espanol con la periodista Myrka Dellanos. Presentado por Maggie Salas-Amaro, esta conversacion nos lleva a conocer mas en confianza a la periodista Myrka Dellanos. Una de las presentadoras del programa Primer Impacto y actual presentadora de La Mesa Caliente en Telemundo.…
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This episode of 'Tech Conversations' is hosted by Neil Ramsay, co-founding faculty at the Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator. The podcast is proud to highlight the Miami-Dade Beacon Council and Rodrick T. Miller, CEO. We take our listeners to introduce Mr. Miller's background and the mission, impact and success of the Beacon Council. Beacon Council: …
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#FIU Forward- thinking, Innovative, Unstoppable
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Welcome back to President Kenneth A. Jessell. We're thrilled to have President Kenneth A. Jessell back with us in season 5. In this talk we showcase and breakdown the recent rankings naming FIU one of Americas best colleges - fourth in the nation among public universities and 29th overall by the Wall Street Journal. The importance of building entre…
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Persistent! Meet Constance Jones from NBC6 News Today! As a two-time Emmy-nominated journalist, she has reported on news stories in South Florida, New York, Oklahoma City, and Virginia. In our podcast conversation, we delve into the application of ChatGPT and the forthcoming advancements in fact-checking. We shift gears to talk about her own messag…
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Alison Grooms is a notable serial entrepreneur who has made her mark in the world of business. She is the CEO of Jules and James Boutique in Carllton, Georgia, and the founder of JAZ cosmetics. Her journey as an entrepreneur is marked by resilience and a willingness to adapt and evolve. Alison's entrepreneurial journey is a testament to the fact th…
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Meet Frances Rios, CEO and Founder of Women Who Lead. It's important to address the challenges women often face in the workplace and encourage them to ask for what they want to advance in their careers. Frances Rios also founded Men Who Lead, focusing on helping male leaders become more inclusive leaders. This indicates a holistic approach to gende…
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Welcome back to Mariana Atencio, Peabody award winning journalist, author and speaker. Did you know there will be a Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino to showcase the changing face of the new America? Mariana Atencio spokesperson for Friends of the National American Latino Museum explains the process and journey for designating a bu…
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#AI in Journalism and Fact Checking with Jose Zamora
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#AI in Journalism and Fact Checking with Jose Zamora What happens when the power of social media helps a journalist get out of a hostage situation? This was the case a few years ago after Univision journalist, Jorge Ramos and his staff were held captive in Venezuela during an interview. We take a close look at Artificial Intelligence in Journalism …
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The streaming wars have opened up a new world in the media universe. Our guest Amanda Lotz, Professor, Author and Media consultant discusses the challenges that TV, cable, and consumers face in the rapidly evolving media landscape.
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Welcome to 'Mixing Minds: The FIU Chaplin School of Tourism and Hospitality Management & The Bacardi Center for Excellence,' where we blend the worlds of entrepreneurship and hospitality. In this episode we welcome Brian Connors, Founding Director and Cristina Moguel, Assistant Director of the Bacardi Center of Excellence. Join us as we embark on a…
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S04E16 Approaching the Circular Economy - Bethany Edwards
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In this episode “Tech doesn't mean you plug it in” hosted by Neil Ramsay our guest is Bethany Edwards. Bethany Edwards is an entrepreneur, multidisciplinary designer, and materials technologist. She is the inventor and co-founder of Lia, the only FDA cleared plastic-free, flushable pregnancy test – the first significant innovation in the industry i…
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Meet Martina Potlach one of our FIU Ratcliffe Fellows and the founder of her own podcast Seed Talk. She is completing a thesis investigating coastal ecosystems, green-blue infrastructure, nature-based adaptations, and urban shoreline infrastructure resilience in South Florida.In this conversation we talk about her journey and the ways all of us as …
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Ever wonder how the Real Housewives franchise came to be? What role has social media technology played in making these ladies household names. Meet Jerry Leo, Media Executive and Former Executive Vice President at Bravo ... He talks about the "Room where it all happened" with the rollout of the Housewives franchise and the strategy behind retaining…
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S04E13 #Eden's Bridge with Lissette Schaeffler and Bill Cruz
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In this podcast we're talking with Lissette Schaeffler and Bill Cruz about Eden’s Bridge. This exhibition is the result of a completed project residency at the Deering Estate. Their work is characterized by a duality in perspective informed by their diverse artistic backgrounds. Lissette’s extensive experience in fine art photography along with Bil…
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S04E12 #Community with Commissioner Daniela Jean
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Commissioner Daniela Jean was born in Paris, France and raised in North Miami Beach, FL. In this conversation we discuss her mission in the City of North Miami Beach. We also learn of her continued passion for education as a Florida International University alumnus, and why it was important to recognize the project "Geographies of Trash" with a pro…
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S04E11 #AI in the creative process with Ana Menendez
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Meet Ana Menendez in this forward-looking conversation on AI and the impact on the creative process. We're talking the pros, cons and overall outcomes when using artificial intelligence in the era of digital disruption. "We do know that all technology is disruptive.." Ana Menéndez has published four books of fiction: Adios, Happy Homeland!, The Las…
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Meet Melissa Harmon, Sr. Director of Production at South Florida PBS and media trailblazer. In this talk we discuss the role of technology over the last few years with the use of drones and editing software that make storytelling much more appealing for the audience. It's also Season 11 of Art Loft and we're talking about the project Geographies of…
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S04E09 Science, Art, Design and Business for the Oceans - Dr. Sylvia Earle
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Science, Art, Design and Business for the Oceans Featuring Dr. Sylvia Earle hosted by Neil Ramsay
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Have you heard of the #Storybook app? Meet Francisco Cornejo, CEO of the Storybook app and entrepreneur that created this new concept for parents and young children 1-5. Francisco quit his C-level job back in Ecuador to move to Australia with his wife and kids to study for a master’s degree and to start his professional career anew. Still, that dec…
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S04E07 #SculptorTech - Maria Elena González
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Meet Maria Elena González “Artists are Entrepreneurs” María Elena González is an internationally recognized American sculptor based in Brooklyn, NY, and Oakland, CA. González interweaves the conceptual with a strong dedication to craft in her complex installations and poetic arrangements, exploring themes like identity, memory, and dislocation. She…
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S04E06 #Arttalk - Lindsey Brittain Collins
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In this talk we welcome Lindsey Brittain Collins with co-host Neil Ramsay in a unique conversation on how architecture and design can address social and economic challenges and exploring ways that the built environment can be a tool for creating equity. Meet Lindsey Brittain Collins a New York-based painter working across multiple mediums, includin…
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S04E05 #TheArtofTeaching - Laura Sinclair
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Violist, educator, entrepreneur, Laura Sinclair is an active performer and Suzuki teacher in the South Florida area. She can be found on the concert stage with ensembles like the Atlantic Classical Orchestra, Boca Symphonia, Symphony of the Americas and the Kravis Center Pops Orchestra, in the pit with visiting National Broadway tours and the Miami…
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In this episode our guest is Mac Alabre, CEO, Founder and Chairman of the Lien Library. Our talk this week takes us to learn more about the purpose, mission and vision behind the creation of the Lien Library. More about the Lien Library: We are a group of hungry minority problem-solvers who have background in business, real estate, and computer sci…
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S04E03 Where in the World is #FIU - Dr. Pablo G. Ortiz
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In this episode were talking with Dr. Pablo G. Ortiz, Vice-President and Vice-Provost of Regional and World locations at Florida International University. A true #Panther he's been in the education landscape for over 27 years and leads campus innovation and engagement across FIU locations. One of his missions is to engage and bring our future leade…
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Welcome back to our FIU Alumni, Cari Hernandez! A proud panther she is one of the few Black Latinas leading as a News Content Director in an English language newsroom at WUSA-9 in Washington, DC. Her journey started right here at FIU and has taken her to report and produce countless breaking news events that have affected our communities. In this e…
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S04E01 #TheWhiteHouse (Se habla Español) - Luisana Perez Fernandez
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Bienvenidos a la Casa Blanca. Meet Luisana Perez Fernandez, Director of Hispanic Media at The White House. We take a journey on what goes on behind the scenes at one of the nation's busiest news hubs- Our guest takes us through a typical day on how information is gathered and identified for the Hispanic community. Luisana Pérez Fernández is a Venez…
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#Netflix and the streaming wars with Amanda Lotz
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Amanda Lotz returns to talk about where we are 1 year after her last book Media Disrupted discussed the streaming wars! Is #Netlflix and the rest of the competition in the middle of an industry transformation where the streaming wars will start to show who is actually winning and losing. Netflix and Streaming Video is the first book to provide a co…
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#AVOD for Hispanics with Isabel Rafferty Zavala
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Spice it up! That was the theme at this year's Canela Media upfront with Isabel Rafferty Zavala, CEO and Founder. In this innovative conversation we hear the journey of a serial entrepreneur that has built three companies and her latest project CANELA MEDIA addresses the void in the streaming market where the Hispanic audience is an afterthought. T…
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#Experiential learning and more with Mihaela Plugarasu
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"Tech doesn’t mean you plug it in with Neil Ramsay" Meet professor Mihaela Plugarasum Assistant Teaching Professor of Communication at Florida International Unviersity. In this insightful talk we learn about #Experiential learning in the 21st Century. Ms. Plugarasu is a dynamic facilitator, moderator and presenter on empowering topics related to Pe…
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Our next guest needs no introduction in the world of #DIY ... You all know SABRINA SOTO from HGTV and CBS Secret Celebrity Renovation! We kick off this fun and unexpected talk with this: “Embracing who we are and where we come from is the only way we can truly begin to design for ourselves.” Sabrina Soto has been an entrepreneur since she was 7 yea…
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Navigating the #Metaverse with Cathy Hackl
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Meet the godmother of the #Metaverse Cathy Hackl! We're talking in this episode about the definition of the #metaverse and the true meaning of navigating and building businesses around it. Cathy Hackl is a globally recognized metaverse/ web3 strategist, tech futurist, sought-after business executive, speaker and media personality with deep expertis…
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#TechReady for the Future with Dr. Kenneth A. Jessell
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The podcast is honored to present Interim President of Florida International University Dr. Kenneth A. Jessell. Is FIU #TechReady preparing the workforce of tomorrow? How is technology changing the educational landscape? Dr. Jessell talks about how things are evolving and moving quickly with technology. FIU is ready to educate and train the modern …
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#VSee The Future of Telehealth with Dr. Milton Chen
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What is the future of telehealth?Our podcast guest co-host Neil Ramsay talks with Dr. Milton Chen Co-founder & CEO - VSee Project. In this conversation we learn about the challenges and streamlining need to have successful and functional telehealth. Milton is a co-founder and CEO of VSee – the only approved video telehealth platform used by NASA as…
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In this podcast episode presented by guest co- host, Neil Ramsay we're talking with Allen Kwabena Frimpong. Listen to this powerful and insightful talk on equality versus equity and more! Allen Kwabena Frimpong is a cooperative entrepreneur, cultural strategist, and an artist who organizes as a conduit through social movements. He aims through his …
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What's next in immersive technology with Nathan Pettyjohn
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The next episode kicks off Miami Tech Month! Our guest is Nathan Pettyjohn, President and Founder of VRAR Association and Commerical Lead at Lenovo. The future is here! What an exciting time to learn use and innovate with the tech tools around us. We discuss the mission and purpose of VRAR Association, the definition of the Metaverse, its innovatio…
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21st Century learning with Dr. Elizabeth Bejar
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The podcast presents this "Exclusive" interview with Dr. Elizabeth Bejar, making history at Florida International University, as the first Hispanic woman to serve as interim provost. How do we engage the students and offer an "A la Carte" learning experience? The future workforce is here, and we reflect on the success and challenges with the pandem…
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Enter the virtual world with Elizabeth Irizarry
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Entering the virtual world! In this podcast episode Meet Elizabeth Irizarry, a leading community manager, strategist, podcaster, and Web3 enthusiast. She is the founder of the Infinite Attraction Podcast, a local Miami-based podcast empowering the local builder community. In her current role as the Director of Strategic Partnership at Empire Office…
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We kick off Women's History month with Kenasha Paul, the Director of Venture Miami Opportunity Program at Florida International University. It's an unprecedented time in our city and around the world with the growing interest in promoting women through entrepreneurial opportunities. The City of Miami is having a moment that can turn into sustained …
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Intelligent Mischief with Terry and Aisha
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Meet Intelligent Mischief! Our special guest host, Neil Ramsay talks with Terry Marshall and Aisha Shillingford about the mission of Intelligent Mischief. a multi-disciplinary creative studio and futures lab design unleashing Black imagination to shape the future. #design #podcast #future #creative Terry Marshall, Founder/Creative Director, is an a…
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The #Metaverse and beyond with Carlos Fueyo
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What is the Metaverse? Meet Carlos Fueyo, appointed as Knight Innovator in Residence at Florida International University CARTA's iStar (Immersive Studio For Altered Reality). Carlos will be advising on the use of new technologies and philosophies spanning across a multitude of fields. 🎬We will be finding links between fields like communications, ar…
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#NFTx#Upcyclingx#Socialpractice with David Anasagasti
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Meet David Anasagasti, he's talking all things #NFTx#Upcyclingx#Socialpractice in this episode! Ahol Sniffs Glue, the South Florida native is best known for his soaring urban murals depicting expansive fields of drowsy eyes, reflecting his unique vision of life, labor and unrequited love of the mean streets of Miami. Currently, he's an Entrepreneur…
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The Power of Student Agency with Dr. Anindya Kundu
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Meet Dr. Anindya Kundu, a sociologist who loves thinking about how people can succeed despite various challenges. In 2020, his TED Talk ranked in the Top 5 ! In this podcast episode, we discuss how to close the opportunity gap and more! How can we promote the learning and well-being of all students, especially those who come from some of the most d…
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#Spacewalks, missions and beyond with Winston E. Scott
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Winston E. Scott, a Miami native, retired navy captain and former NASA astronaut takes listeners to infinity and beyond. Scott, a veteran of two shuttle missions on Endeavour and Columbia logged a total of 24 days, 14 hours and 34 minutes in space, including three spacewalks totaling 19 hours and 26 minutes. Did Winston Scott dream of being an astr…
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