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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode of Black Tech Unplugged, I interview cybersecurity professional Henri Davis, also known as HD from the YouTube channel Techtual Chatter and host of the Techtual Talk podcast. We discuss topics such as cybersecurity, finding a job in tech, navigating a layoff, and the importance of taking a placeholder role until you get to the role that you want. Henri also shares his experience in highlighting Black people in tech and helping them pivot into new technology careers. Full show notes for this episode can be found on blacktechunplugged.com, and the extended interview is available on the Black Tech Unplugged YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/blacktechunplugged) ______________________________________ Follow Henri Davis: • Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/techtualchatter/ • Youtube | https://youtube.com/techtualchatter • TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@techtualchatter • Twitter | https://twitter.com/TechtualChatter • Website | https://thetechtualtalk.com ______________________________________ Follow Black Tech Unplugged on social: • YouTube | https://www.YouTube.com/blacktechunplugged • Instagram | https://www. instagram.com/blacktechunplugged • Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/blacktechunplugged • Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged • Twitter | https://www.twitter.com/blktechunplged • Email | blacktechunplugged@gmail.com…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedChris Witherspoon is a multi-faceted man. He’s a son, father, entertainment reporter and Founder. On this episode of the podcast I am focused on the Founder side of Chris. This man is taking your tv and movie watching experience to another level with his app, Pop Viewers. Download PopViewers (only available for iPhone): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/popviewers-movies-tv/id1367192101 Listen as we dissect why his app Pop Viewers is a game changer and his journey as a founder. We talk about everything a Founder does from building teams to raising the funds. _________________________________________ Connect with Chris: • LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriswitherspoon • Instagram | https://instagram.com/witherspoonc • Twitter | https://twitter.com/witherspoonc ______________________________________ Follow Black Tech Unplugged on social: • YouTube | https://www.YouTube.com/blacktechunplugged • Instagram | https://www. instagram.com/blacktechunplugged • Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/blacktechunplugged • Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged • Twitter | https://www.twitter.com/blktechunplged • Email | blacktechunplugged@gmail.com…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAs a person in tech, have you ever dreamed of having a roundtable discussion with your peers where you have an honest, candid conversation about your experiences? Well grab your tea because that is exactly what this episode is giving. On episode 072, I sit down with the creator of the drama series, Frame of Reference (a series about a young highly competitive Black CTO), the lead actor, and a real CTO to talk about life in tech, impostor syndrome in the workplace, and how being Black in work spaces affects us. Full show notes for this episode can be found at: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2023/03/09/ep-072-art-imitating-life/ This episode is brought to you by Founding in Color Season 2 out on Peacock now. Eleven founders get candid about their journey as Black and Latino founders in America today. Watch all 3 episodes in the series here: https://lift.comcast.com/founding-in-color/ ____________________________________ Connect with Kachelle: • LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/watzsprod • Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thewatzsprod/ Connect with Edmond: • Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/edmdond_laryea_ • Twitter | https://www.twitter.com/edmond_laryea_ Connect with Leslie: • Medium| https://shaft.medium.com/ • Twitter | https://www.twitter.com/shaft ______________________________________ Follow Black Tech Unplugged on social: • YouTube | https://www.YouTube.com/blacktechunplugged • Instagram | https://www. instagram.com/blacktechunplugged • Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/blacktechunplugged • Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged • Twitter | https://www.twitter.com/blktechunplged • Email | blacktechunplugged@gmail.com…
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1 (Ep. 071) Being a Tech Founder Unplugged with Marcus Jimenez 45:05
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIs founder an inclusive term? According to my guest, Marcus Jimenez, the answer is no. But to find out why you’ll have to listen to the episode. But while I’m here, let me introduce Marcus, Founder of the BreeFly App & one of the stars in Founding in Color Season 2 on Peacock. He joins be on episode 071 to talk about his career journey as an entrepreneur, his current business the BreeFly App, & why data + insights is the only way businesses can win. This episode is brought to you by Founding in Color Season 2 out on Peacock now. Eleven founders get candid about their journey as Black and Latino founders in America today. Watch all 3 episodes in the series here: https://lift.comcast.com/founding-in-color/ ____________________________________ Connect with Marcus : • LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcusjimenez • Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/marcusjimenez ______________________________________ Follow Black Tech Unplugged on social: • Twitter | https://www.twitter.com/blktechunplged • Instagram | https://www. instagram.com/blacktechunplugged • Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/blacktechunplugged • Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged • Email | blacktechunplugged@gmail.com • YouTube | https://www.YouTube.com/blacktechunplugged…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIt's officially 2023 and boy have things changed! Listen to my solo episode detailing my transitions as well as providing you with advice and tips as a result of my journey. I touch on how to get a new job, interviewing, how to look good in the first 30 days of a new job, and also I give a few predictions of what I think tech will look like in 2023. Full show notes for this episode: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2023/01/17/ep-068-where-am-i-now-deena-mckay-unplugged/ Interested in receiving career coaching from Deena? Schedule an initial intake and answer a few questions: https://calendly.com/deena-m-mckay/15min Connect with Deena: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deena_mckay Twitter: https://twitter.com/deenamckay Website: https://www.deenamckay.com ————————————————————————- Stay Connected with Black Tech Unplugged: Instagram: instagram.com/blacktechunplugged Twitter: twitter.com/blktechunplged Facebook: facebook.com/blacktechunplugged Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged Email: blacktechunplugged@gmail.com ————————————————————————- Use the hashtag #BlackTechUnplugged on IG & Twitter to discuss this & other episodes!…
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1 (Ep. 067) Crossover Special with The Modern Figures Podcast 48:44
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIt's the crossover episode you didn't know you needed yall! On this episode of Black Tech Unplugged I'm joined by the ladies of the Modern Figures Podcast (modernfigurespodcast.com) and we talk about their careers in academia. And let me tell you, they do A LOT. You think a professor is only teaching students, well that's only 20%-30%! Listen to the episode now to find out what professors do with the other 80%-70% of their time. And also listen to learn more about the modern figures podcast and why you should listen to it today. Listen to my crossover episode on their podcast now! | https://modernfigurespodcast.com/blacktechunplugged-crossover-episode-episode-056/?fbclid=PAAaaHRaM1ptOFyNjFxNOmyU6dWNPgz_k1X66uL87A7lpHCTu5TWOmhywCIE4 ______________________________________________________________ Connect with Jeremy, Kyla, and Modern Figures Podcast: • Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/modernfigurespodcast • Websites| https://www.modernfigurespodcast.com ______________________________________________________________ Follow BTU on social: • Twitter | twitter.com/blktechunplged • Instagram | instagram.com/blacktechunplugged • Facebook |facebook.com/blacktechunplugged • Linkedin | www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged • Email | blacktechunplugged@gmail.com ______________________________________________________________ Get Career Coaching From Deena: • https://calendly.com/deena-m-mckay/15min…
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1 (Ep. 066) Software Engineering Unplugged with Andre Hitchman 44:01
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWe all know and agree that getting into tech is no easy feat. Allow me to introduce you to Andre Hitchman, a UK software engineer who even after being denied a job many times and becoming highly discouraged in the process, still got into tech. And not only did he get into the industry, he's helping others into tech through his organization, Xuntos. Find out what Andre had to learn to get into tech and advice he has for you to be successful in the industry. Full show notes here: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2022/10/31/ep-066-andre-unplugged/ ______________________________________________________________ Connect with Andre Hitchman: • Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/xuntos_ • Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/xuntos_ ______________________________________________________________ Follow BTU on social: • Twitter | twitter.com/blktechunplged • Instagram | instagram.com/blacktechunplugged • Facebook |facebook.com/blacktechunplugged • Linkedin | www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged • Email | blacktechunplugged@gmail.com ______________________________________________________________ Get Career Coaching From Deena: • https://calendly.com/deena-m-mckay/15min…
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1 (Ep. 065) Ad Tech Unplugged with Steven Coyle 57:34
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedEver see an ad about a product you were talking about with a friend? Keep seeing ads for a pair of shoes you looked at weeks ago? Well that's because the internet is stalking us... literally. On this episode my guest, Steven Coyle, and I discuss all things ad tech. We dive into how ad tech is affecting our daily lives (supposedly in a beneficial way) and how you can get a career in the space. Full Show Notes for This Episode | https://blacktechunplugged.com/2022/10/13/ep-065-steven-coyleunplugged/ ______________________________________________________________ Connect with Steven Coyle: • Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/beyondsteven • Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/StevenCoyle ______________________________________________________________ This Episode is Sponsored by BPTN | Check out their event, BFUTR, on October 19th-21st in Toronto | https://app.obsidi.com/summit/b9047f9e-bd55-4480-9234-d47d724dd1e8 ______________________________________________________________ Follow BTU on social: • Twitter | twitter.com/blktechunplged • Instagram | instagram.com/blacktechunplugged • Facebook |facebook.com/blacktechunplugged • Linkedin | www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged • Email | blacktechunplugged@gmail.com ______________________________________________________________ Get Career Coaching From Deena: • https://calendly.com/deena-m-mckay/15min…
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1 (Ep. 064) Misinformation Unplugged with Joe Miller 37:16
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMisinformation on the internet is running rampant like never before. But we can protect ourselves and our loved ones from spreading it like wildfire. Guest 064 of the podcast, Joe Miller, discusses how we can combat against misinformation in the digital age. He also discusses how we can protect ourselves online as well as how we can get involved in creating policies in tech to protect our rights. Sponsor for this episode | BPTN Check out their event, BFUTR, on October 19th-21st in Toronto | https://app.obsidi.com/summit/b9047f9e-bd55-4480-9234-d47d724dd1e8 Connect with Joe Miller: • Website | https://www.washingtech.org/ • Twitter | https://twitter.com/joemillerjd • Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/joemillerjd/ • Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/joemillerjd/ Join the BTU community: • Twitter | twitter.com/blktechunplged • Instagram | instagram.com/blacktechunplugged • Facebook |facebook.com/blacktechunplugged • Linkedin | www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged • Email | blacktechunplugged@gmail.com Connect with Deena for Career Coaching: • https://calendly.com/deena-m-mckay/15min Find full show notes with linked resources from the episode | https://blacktechunplugged.com/2022/09/29/ep-064-joe-miller-unplugged/…
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1 (Ep. 063) She's in CTRL Unplugged with Anne-Marie Imafidon 50:49
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedNever in my life did I think I'd actually talk to a child protege let alone interview them. Meet Dr. Anne-Marie Imafidon, protege, keynote speaker, creator of the award-winning social enterprise, Stemettes, and author. On episode 063, Anne-Marie and I discuss her journey as a child protege, why internships are important and how to get the most out of them, and most importantly her new book, She's in CTRL. Buy her book here | https://aimafidon.com/books/ Sponsor for this episode | BPTN Check out their event, BFUTR, on October 19th-21st in Toronto | https://app.obsidi.com/summit/b9047f9e-bd55-4480-9234-d47d724dd1e8 Connect with Anne-Marie: • Website | https://aimafidon.com/books/ • Twitter | https://twitter.com/aimafidon • Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/notyouraverageami • Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/aimafidon Join the BTU community: • Twitter | twitter.com/blktechunplged • Instagram | instagram.com/blacktechunplugged • Facebook |facebook.com/blacktechunplugged • Linkedin | www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged • Email | blacktechunplugged@gmail.com Connect with Deena for Career Coaching: • https://calendly.com/deena-m-mckay/15min Find full show notes with linked resources from the episode | https://blacktechunplugged.com/2022/09/08/ep-063-anne-marie-imafidon-unplugged/…
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1 (Ep. 062) Demystifying Tech with Grace MacJones 52:38
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedGrace MacJones has made it her mission to demystify tech for people. And on this episode she does just that! On episode 062 of the podcast, Grace and I delve into the deep world of web3 and what that means for our future. Listen and learn about web3 resources, why decentralized social media apps could be the future, and how you can jump in at the early adopters stage. Find full show notes with linked resources from the episode: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2022/08/25/ep-062-grace-macjones-unplugged/ Sponsor for this episode: • BPTN. Check out their event on October 19th-21st in Toronto (https://app.obsidi.com/summit/b9047f9e-bd55-4480-9234-d47d724dd1e8) Connect with Grace: • https://www.techunlocked.co • https://twitter.com/GraceMacjones • https://www.instagram.com/gracemacjonez/ • https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracemacjones/ • https://www.tiktok.com/@gracemacjones Join the BTU community: • Twitter: twitter.com/blktechunplged • Instagram: instagram.com/blacktechunplugged • Facebook: facebook.com/blacktechunplugged • Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged • Email: blacktechunplugged@gmail.com Connect with Deena for Career Coaching: • https://calendly.com/deena-m-mckay/15min…
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1 (Ep. 061) Tech Design Unplugged with Senongo Akpem 43:31
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThis man sent out his resume 131 times before getting a job as a designer in tech. This same man is now a Director at Nava, a civ tech organization based in Washington DC. On episode 061 you get to meet Senongo Akpem. A man who took has taken is worldly experiences and creates visual magic. On this episode we discuss: - his long journey to get into tech following a stint in Japan - different designer roles you can pursue - why inclusivity in the designer space is key to producing great products Full show notes for this episode are available at: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2022/08/11/ep-061-senongo-akpem-unplugged/ Connect with Deena for Career Coaching: https://calendly.com/deena-m-mckay/15min ————————————————————————- Connect with Senongo: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/senongoakpem/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/senongo Website: https://senongo.net/ ————————————————————————- Stay Connected with Black Tech Unplugged: Twitter: twitter.com/blktechunplged Instagram: instagram.com/blacktechunplugged Facebook: facebook.com/blacktechunplugged Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged Email: blacktechunplugged@gmail.com…
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1 (Ep. 060) DevOps Unplugged with Jennifer Opal 49:07
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAsking questions and staying curious can be a game changer for your career. Just ask Jennifer Opal, the UK sensation that was winner of the Tech Women 100 Award, named a Rising Star in Tech, and is a keynote speaker at some of your favorite conferences. On this episode we discuss: - her role as DevOps Engineer at Dropbox - Being neurodivergent in tech and how you can support a neurodivergent team member - Her experience as being the "only one" and how that led to anxiety - Tokenism in the workplace (because it still exists!) Full show notes for this episode: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2022/07/28/ep-060-jennifer-opal-unplugged/ Connect with Deena for Career Coaching: https://calendly.com/deena-m-mckay/15min ————————————————————————- Connect with Jennifer: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferopal/ Polywork: https://www.polywork.com/jenniferopal Twitter: https://twitter.com/_jenniferopal TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_jenniferopal Website: https://www.jenniferopal.com/ Blog: https://www.theopalblog.com/ ————————————————————————- Stay Connected with Black Tech Unplugged: Twitter: twitter.com/blktechunplged Instagram: instagram.com/blacktechunplugged Facebook: facebook.com/blacktechunplugged Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged Email: blacktechunplugged@gmail.com…
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1 (Ep. 059) Tech Placement Unplugged with Jermaine Murray 47:01
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJermaine will get you an offer you can’t refuse. Yes, you are meeting the JobFather. On episode 059 of the podcast I talk to Jermaine Murray about his role as CEO of JupiterHR, his career coaching and tech career placement firm that’s helping increase the number of Blacks in tech. Also in this episode we discuss: - how Jermaine transitioned into tech - helpful resume tips that you can use right now - why Toronto is one of the biggest tech hub today Full show notes for this episode: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2022/07/07/ep-059-jermaine-murray-unplugged/ Connect with Deena for Career Coaching: https://calendly.com/deena-m-mckay/15min Connect with Jermaine: Twitter: https://twitter.com/jermainejupiter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jermainelmurray ————————————————————————- Stay Connected with Black Tech Unplugged: Twitter: twitter.com/blktechunplged Instagram: instagram.com/blacktechunplugged Facebook: facebook.com/blacktechunplugged Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged Email: blacktechunplugged@gmail.com…
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1 (Ep. 058) Technical Product Manager Unplugged with Art Butler 47:45
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThis episode is for my technical bros and sistas! Grab your notebook because my guest, Art Butler, is dropping a ton of technical dimes in this episode. Art talks about his current role as technical product manager and what that truly means. He also goes into his previous life as a Dev Ops Architect. He breaks down what Dev Ops is, the tools you need to know, and gives you a mini interview prep session. You are about to go out and be great after this one! Connect with Deena for Career Coaching: calendly.com/deena-m-mckay/15min Full show notes for this episode: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2022/04/28/ep-058-art-butler-unplugged/ ————————————————————————- Stay Connected with Black Tech Unplugged: Twitter: twitter.com/blktechunplged Instagram: instagram.com/blacktechunplugged Facebook: facebook.com/blacktechunplugged Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged Email: blacktechunplugged@gmail.com…
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1 (Ep. 057) What is Scrum and How You Can Use It 20:12
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAfter episode 053 some of yall were asking questions about scrum so I had to hit you with a new solo episode to talk about the basics of scrum. In episode 057 I talk about what is scrum, the key members of a scrum team, and the scrum ceremonies a team performs for each iteration. Full show notes for this episode: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2022/04/14/ep-057-what-is-scrum-scrum-unplugged/ Interested in receiving career coaching from Deena? Schedule an initial intake and answer a few questions: https://calendly.com/deena-m-mckay/15min Connect with Deena: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deena_mckay Twitter: https://twitter.com/deenamckay Website: https://www.deenamckay.com ————————————————————————- Stay Connected with Black Tech Unplugged: Instagram: instagram.com/blacktechunplugged Twitter: twitter.com/blktechunplged Facebook: facebook.com/blacktechunplugged Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged Email: blacktechunplugged@gmail.com ————————————————————————- Use the hashtag #BlackTechUnplugged on IG & Twitter to discuss this & other episodes!…
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