Black Tech Unplugged, hosted by Deena McKay, is a podcast that shares the authentic stories of Blacks in tech. Not only do you learn the stories of individuals in tech, but you learn about their successes, failures, resources and most importantly the skills you need in your toolkit to be successful in tech. Each episode is meant to inspire, motivate, and empower those in tech or looking to get into the industry.
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ATG Unplugged is a podcast that brings on entrepreneurs to talk about their story. From tech startups to professional athletes, all entrepreneurs are welcome to discuss their journey, their purpose, and share tips on how you can do the same!
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Are you looking for the keys to navigate the in-between spaces of life? Just B You Podcast supports black women over 35 transitioning careers and stepping out on faith. Gain insights into self-development, tech tools, and heartfelt stories. Follow my journey through entrepreneurship as I walk with Christ. I’m discovering myself just like you. Every episode is packed with tips, laughs
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While your logo reflects who you are and gives people something tangible to latch onto, branding itself is far deeper and more complex than this simple design. Branding is integral to your product or service – it defines who you are, what your customer can expect and what separates you from competitors. It's the personality behind the image. How people associate with your brand can be intentional because of your corporate identity and marketing strategy, or it can be accidental, often uninte ...
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Keys to Spiritual Growth as a Kingdom Woman
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20:22Are you ready to take your faith to the next level? In this episode, we dive into the lessons from Wandria Hampton’s powerful teaching, The Pursuit & Possibilities of a Kingdom Woman’s Faith. 🌟 Topics include: ✨ Faith in action – Lessons from the woman with the issue of blood (Mark 5:25-34) ✨ The power of humility – Why surrender unlocks spiritual …
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Trusting God’s Plan- A Woman of Commitment
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25:39Trusting God’s plan isn’t always easy—especially when life feels uncertain. In this episode, I dive into lesson three from Julia Ware’s teaching in the VWV Discipleship Course. Learn how to stay committed to God’s vision for your life, even amid challenges, and discover: ✨ The Reality of Commitment: Why trusting God doesn’t mean skipping the hard s…
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In this episode, we’re talking about how to be a Woman of Hope & Excellence. Drawing from the VWV Discipleship Class 2, I’ll share how you can stay hopeful, live up to God's high standards, and discover the strength that comes from walking in faith—even when life gets tough. Learn to recognize areas where you may feel stuck and embrace the hope tha…
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Are you living as a Woman of Value? In today’s episode, we’re kicking off the season by diving into what it means to be a woman of strength, influence, and purpose in God’s Kingdom. I’ll share takeaways from lesson one of the VWV Discipleship Course, including powerful affirmations and personal insights. Join me on the Just B You Podcast as we expl…
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Season 3 of the Just B You Podcast kicks off with a special update episode! 🎉 Join me as I catch you up on everything happening behind the scenes. From judging the Black Podcast Awards to growing my accountability group, taking on a leadership role in ministry, and my exciting journey with spiritual self-care—I’m sharing it all! Tune in to hear abo…
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(Ep. 086) RenderATL Unplugged with Justin E. Samuels
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34:31On episode 086 of Black Tech Unplugged, Deena chats with Justin E. Samuels, the visionary entrepreneur behind Render Atlanta Conference and a senior engineer at Intuit Mailchimp. We delve into the upcoming RenderATL event, discussing conference tracks, special guests, and even sharing a discount code for listeners. Justin also shares insights on hi…
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(Ep. 085) Importance of Tech Community Unplugged with Gabrielle Crevecouer
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52:48Welcome to episode 85 of the pod!This episode features Gabrielle or maybe you know her as NoWaySheCodes, a tech-savvy girlie with a passion for coding and content creation. She has a degree in Computer Science and a knack for breaking down complex tech concepts. Gabbie has navigated her way through the ever-evolving landscape of technology.On this …
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(Ep.084) How to Transition and Thrive in Tech Unplugged with Lisa G
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57:52I'm excited to announce the new season of Black Tech Unplugged is now live! On this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Lisa G, a seasoned technologist with over 20 years of experience in the industry. We delved into her thriving career in tech, her journey from software engineering to product management, and her insights on the current te…
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(Ep. 083) Venture Capital (VC) Unplugged with Kelli Jones
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46:11On this episode of Black Tech Unplugged, host Deena McKay sits down with the remarkable Kelli Jones, co-founder and general partner for Sixty8 Capital. They discuss Kelly's journey in tech, her work as a VC, and the importance of emotional intelligence in the industry. Plus, Deena shares some valuable resources for improving emotional intelligence.…
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(Ep. 082) ThinkChicago Unplugged with Trenton Dunn
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36:30On this episode of Black Tech Unplugged, host Deena McKay interviews Trenton Dunn, the program manager for Think Chicago at World Business Chicago. This live podcast episode was recorded at GET Exploration, an event that showcased Chicago-based tech professionals and companies. Trenton discusses his role in attracting and retaining STEM talent thro…
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(Ep. 081) Quality & Testing in Tech Unplugged with Vernon Richards
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45:41On this episode of Black Tech Unplugged, host Deena McKay interviews Vernon Richards, a UK powerhouse in the tech industry. Vernon shares his journey from testing video games to becoming a senior expert quality engineer at a health tech company. He discusses the importance of quality and testing in building better products and delivering effective …
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(Ep. 080) The Atlanta Tech Ecosystem Unplugged with Ariel Lopez
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48:41In this episode of Black Tech Unplugged, host Deena McKay, chats with Ariel Lopez.Ariel is the Founder and CEO of Knac, a hiring platform that reduces bias in the application process and a known tech mover in Atlanta. On this episode we discuss Atlanta's booming tech ecosystem, the city's connection to capital, and Ariel's previous career as a care…
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(Ep. 079) Agile and Process Improvement Unplugged with Shayna Atkins
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47:38On episode 079 of Black Tech Unplugged, I chat with Shayna Atkins, founder of AtkCo and a product development expert. AtkCo is a process improvement firm that helps customers with innovative product design, management, training, and managed services. Shayna and I discuss agile and its significance in the tech industry, her work in driving innovatio…
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Crushing Career Changes with Nea DallaValle
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46:27Nea DallaValle is a transformational life Coach specializing in developing personal confidence. She is a Life Mastery Skills Trainer, and on today's episode, Nea shares the essential spiritual blueprint to navigate the sometimes stormy waters of career change. ✅ Visit Nea's website 👉🏽 https://www.yeswardcoaching.com/ ✅ Email Nea 👉🏽 [email protected]…
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(Ep. 078) FinTech Unplugged with Solo Funds Co-Founder Rodney Williams
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38:49In this episode of Black Tech Unplugged, host Deena McKay welcomes Rodney Williams, founder of Solo Funds, to discuss the peer-to-peer lending platform and its mission to provide an alternative to payday loans. Rodney shares how Solo Funds connects individuals with lenders and has redefined access to capital for over 1.5 million users. Tune in to l…
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On today's episode, I talk to side-hustle coach Latasha Peterson about what it is like to build a blogging empire. She's a wife, mother, and busy entrepreneur who paid off 40k in debt one blog post at a time. She's teaching other bloggers how to do the same with her course "Blog For Profit Academy." Tune in and see how her blogging strategies can h…
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Leadership Presence with Vivian Hernandez
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43:01On today's episode, I spend some time with the owner Vivian Hernandez of Op2Work Human Resources Consulting Firm to discuss leadership presence and sometimes the lack of leadership in the workforce. She's a dear friend and passionate about putting the human back in human resources. ✅Visit Vivian's website 👉🏽https://www.op2work.com/ ✅Follow Vivian …
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(Ep. 077) Techquity Unplugged with William A. Adams
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48:44On this episode of Black Tech Unplugged, host Deena McKay interviews William A. Adams, an award-winning D&I innovator, engineering trailblazer, and philanthropist. With over 35 years of experience in software engineering and as one of the first Black entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley, William shares his journey and accomplishments. He discusses his r…
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Bronx stand up!! On today's episode, I'm sitting down with my childhood friend and fellow podcaster Excel Lopez of the Let's Excel Show. He's spilling the beans on the highs and lows of his podcasting journey. He's making the South Bronx proud by talking to the youth and he's full of some hilarious stories. Join two friends chopping it up and shari…
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It takes 3 to Nurture Love and Marriage with Elroy Waters
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39:33On today's episode motivational speaker, Elroy Waters shares his insights on love and marriage in addition to the lessons he's learned in his marriage. Get ready to learn Elroy's key ingredient for a successful marriage. Connect with Elroy on Facebook 👉🏽 https://www.facebook.com/elr0ywaters Connect on Polywork 👉🏽 https://www.polywork.com/elroy_wate…
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(Ep. 076) Pursing a PhD Unplugged with Dr. Khalia Braswell
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50:36On a new episode of Black Tech Unplugged, Dr. Kalia Braswell joins host Deena McKay to discuss her career in the tech industry. Dr. Braswell, an accomplished technologist, educator, and researcher, shares her educational background, including her degrees in computer science, information technology, and education. Dr. KB discusses her PhD research o…
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Thank you to everyone listening and guesting on the show. I can't do it without you. There is so much more to come in the last couple of episodes of the season. Let me know your biggest takeaway so far and which episode was your favorite! Follow the podcast on FB: https://www.facebook.com/JUSTBYOUPODCAST/ Follow me on IG @motivationwithdee…
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Breaking Barries: Strength Finding with Irma Vargas
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52:16In this episode, strength finder coach Irma Vargas shares her insights on breaking barriers, and you'll discover the secrets to embracing your strengths, conquering self-doubt, and creating a life you're proud of. ✅ Visit Irma's Website 👉🏽 v1hconsulting.com ✅ Follow Irma on Ig 👉🏽 @vrgsgrl11 ✅ Connect on LinkedIn 👉🏽 https://www.linkedin.com/in/v…
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The Secrets Of Federal Funding For Businesses With Russell Long
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1:12:57There are many programs from the government that target small businesses and tech startups. However, not many pursue them due to the often convoluted and confusing processes. Bridging this gap is Russell Long. He is the founder of Long Capture, a company that assists companies and startups in making the transition to pursue federal funding by lever…
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On today's episode, entrepreneur’ and course creator, Angelic Williams delves into the toxic nature of ambition and shares practical strategies to help individuals beat burnout. By examining the root causes of burnout, you will learn how to create balance, prioritize self-care, set healthy boundaries, and find fulfillment without sacrificing your w…
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#Unstoppable. This is how Victoria Pelletier describes herself. How exactly does one become unstoppable? To Victoria, it’s all about personal brand. She may be working for Accenture, but she is not Accenture. She is Victoria Pelletier, and she is going to take that brand wherever she goes. We can’t all be like Victoria, but we can get pretty darn c…
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In today's episode, get to know Cameron Clarkson, a Washington, D.C.-based entrepreneur, and his latest A. I tool for authors. He explains how Book Blast works and when writers should start marketing. Get ready for his amazing insight on how writers can sell more books. ✅ Learn more about Book Blaster 👉🏽 https://bookblaster.io/ ✅Visit Cameron's w…
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On today's episode, I sit down with Marianne Matarese, a New York career coach, and we discuss the dos & don'ts when networking and the best ways to follow up. Her approach will empower you to be your best self at your next engagement. ✅ Connect with Marianne on IG 👉🏽 @mariannematarese ✅ Connect on LinkedIn 👉🏽 https://www.linkedin.com/in/greenw…
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In this episode, I'm joined by World Financial Group (WFG) professionals Carole, Chikas, and Ana as we have an open conversation about entrepreneurship. Their insights cover how to prepare yourself for the journey, their inspiration to teach families about financial literacy, and what's required to be an entrepreneur because it's not all glitz and …
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Communication isn't complicated with Leilany Lima
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55:49Discover effective communication techniques, the difference between listening skills, and everything you need to communicate better in your relationships with Leilany Lima. Communication doesn't have to be complicated. ✅ Book counseling services 👉🏽 https://practic-al.com/✅ Connect with Leilany on LinkedIn 👉🏽https://www.linkedin.com/in/leilanylima/✅…
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Tabassum Khan Living Through Schizophrenia
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29:41It's Mental Health Awareness Month, and today's episode will cover life with Schizophrenia. My guest Tabassum Khan has been navigating life with Schizophrenia since she was 16 years old! She doesn't let her mental health get in the way of achieving her dreams and goals, nor should you! Connect with Tabassum on LinkedIn 👉🏽 https://www.linkedin.com/i…
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Real-Time AI Contact Center Coaching With Marc Bernstein
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40:19Your customer is the cog of your business that keeps the sales coming. So keeping your customers’ satisfaction should be put first. How will you keep your customers getting the service they need? Marc Bernstein, the CEO of Balto, takes on the real-time AI contact center to build better lives for your customers and your business in this modern age. …
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Household Efficiency with Michelle's Personalized SOP'S
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37:46Standard operating systems are for more than just the office. In today's episode, Michelle, a personal growth consultant, talks about revolutionizing your household with personal SOPs. She shares her experience of feeling overwhelmed with household tasks and how SOPs helped her and her family stay on track. She'll share her knowledge and how you ca…
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Keys To Creating A Fulking Awesome Brand With Dave Fulk
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41:15You can build your brand to unbelievable heights, but have you protected it? You may wake up one day from the highest highs to the lowest lows just because someone posted one bad review. This episode’s guest is a serial entrepreneur who has been helping brands protect themselves. We have Dave Fulk, the Owner and CEO of Reputation Rhino, on the show…
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Career Coach Cassie's Secrets to Find The Job of Your Dreams
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48:50Join me and my special guest, Career Coach, Cassie, as we exchange tips on how to find the job of your dreams. We discuss everything from the inspiration behind her podcast Happenstance to job search strategies and the best interview advice! Follow Cassie on: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassiespencer1/ IG https://www.instagram.com/careerc…
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Recruitment Benefits with Tammie Letroise-Brown
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46:12Discover the benefits of working with a recruiter in this episode of Just B You. My guest Tammie Letroise- Brown shares her recruitment experience, what makes the role so special, and things you should consider in your job search. When she isn't helping you jobseekers, she coaches women in Health & Wellness. Join me as I unlock the inner mind of a …
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The Doctor’s Retention Prescription With Dr. Kent Wessinger
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43:19Companies have been at a standstill lately due to the talent crisis. It has become harder to not only find employees but retain the ones we already have. This is threatening both our growth and revenue. In this episode, we dive deep into one of the factors that are causing this particular challenge: the generational divide. Joining us is Dr. Kent W…
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Renata Leo Writes Buffalo Sauce Everywhere
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46:42In this episode, I chop it up with content writer and blogger Renata Leo. She chats with me about her writing journey and how she's grown Buffalo Sauce everywhere - her thoughtful and powerful brand. Discover how Renata's personal growth has evolved and how she's applying her passion for storytelling and people. Follow her on: IG: https://www.insta…
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(Ep. 075) Application Security Unplugged with Nancy Gariche
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41:21In this episode of Black Tech Unplugged, Deena McKay interviews senior developer advocate Nancy Gariché about application security. We discuss the different roles in the tech industry and how to build & impact community, even if you aren’t an influencer or have a brand. Nancy also shares insights about bridging the gap between security researchers,…
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