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Diverse Voices Episodes

Highlighting the experiences and journeys of people of color in tech, this category showcases diverse perspectives and promotes representation in the industry.
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June 15, 2022

How to be a successful Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

What's going on everyone!! In this episode of The Techtual Talk, Shamika aka the bougieblerd joins the show to talk about the NBA finals, her tech background, finances, and what it's like doing cyber threat intelligence. Shamika was born & raised in Oakland, CA. Shamika has worked in tech/finance for almost 10 years but about 4 years in cybersecurity. She took a pretty non traditional path into tech. She doesn't have a college degree, and she doesn't code. Shamika is currently a cyber threat in...
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June 14, 2022

What is Ux/UI Design?

Join me and lovely Justice Devon Tech for the first episode of The TechTual Talk. We discuss what does an UI/UX Designer do, Tech World, Life, Being black in tech, and much more! you can check out all of Justice Devon's Media right here ⬇⬇⬇: https://linktr.ee/justicedevon Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel: https://youtube.com/techtualchatter Grab my ebook: https://techtualconsulting.com/digitalproducts Check out my resume services: https://tec...
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June 14, 2022

From Geek Squad to Network Engineer

In this episode of the TechTual Talk we are joined by Jerry Davis, he discusses how he transitioned from working for Best Buy's Geek Squad to Network Engineer. Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel: https://youtube.com/techtualchatter Grab my ebook: https://techtualconsulting.com/digitalproducts Check out my resume services: https://techualconsulting.com/offerings Follow me on the rest of my socials: https://techtualconsulting.start.page/ Use Rivers...
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June 14, 2022

What is Risk Management?

In this episode of The TechTual Talk Jeree Spicer aka ReeTheeCyberboss and I discussed her career in Risk Management, how she got into Tech, and much much more!. I hope you like this one Jeree IG: https://www.instagram.com/putspiceonit/ Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel: https://youtube.com/techtualchatter Grab my ebook: https://techtualconsulting.com/digitalproducts Check out my resume services: https://techualconsulting.com/offerings Follow m...
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June 13, 2022

You charge too much!

In this episode our special guest Deirra Footman joins us of Let’s Talk Tech: Deirra discovered her passion for Science and Technology at a young age growing up in Baltimore, Maryland. As a child, she spent her downtime researching how various technologies worked. She always enjoyed taking things apart to figure out how they worked. That curiosity allowed her to build her analytical and problem-solving skills. Deirra’s love for computer technology and thirst for knowledge led her to enroll in th...
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June 7, 2022

Automate your IT Audits with ByteCheck with CEO Aj Yawn

In this episode of The TechTual Talk we discuss why you should automate your IT Audits with the CEO of ByteChek AJ Yawn AJ Yawn is the Founder and CEO at ByteChek, a cybersecurity compliance automation SaaS company and a Founding Board Member of the National Association of Black Compliance and Risk Management Professionals (NABCRMP). AJ has earned the CISSP, 6 AWS certifications including the AWS Solutions Architect-Professional and AWS Security-Specialty. Prior to ByteChek, AJ spent over a dec...
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June 7, 2022

Whats Preventing you from Having a Great Tech Career

Welcome to a special LIVE edition of The TechTual Talk. I invited some of professional friends for a panel discussion on various tech topics. Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel: https://youtube.com/techtualchatter Grab my ebook: https://techtualconsulting.com/digitalproducts Check out my resume services: https://techualconsulting.com/offerings Follow me on the rest of my socials: https://techtualconsulting.start.page/ Their Twitters: Eric https:...
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June 1, 2022

Dont't Call me a Tech Influencer with Davin Jackson

In this episode we have @Alpha Cyber Security join us to talk about different topics related to the Tech Industry. Davin Jackson is a Father, Husband and Veteran. Professionally, he is a Senior Application Security Engineer, Penetration Tester, and Contributor at Alpha Cyber Security. He is also the host of his own weekly live podcast, "InfoSec Unplugged" where he interviews several people in the industry. Davin has over fifteen years of overall IT and Cyber Security experience and holds severa...
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May 31, 2022

Pivot into Tech with MyTechBestFriend

In this audio exclusive episode me and Mary A from MyTechBestfriend talk about what made her start her tech company, the importance of finding niches in tech, and things she's noticed on this journey becoming a mogul in this tech game. Cybersecurity resume review video: https://youtu.be/5DRq72-NECw My Links: Grab My Ebook Join The Patreon Coaching Services Social Media Articles Mary is featured in: https://afrotech.com/mytechbestfriend-tech-jobs https://www.yahoo.com/video/meet-black-woman-help...
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May 29, 2022

I wasn't Salesforce Certified when I Started my Career

In this episode of The TechTual Talk Podcast I am joined by the lovely Kim Barnes aka lipstickandtech. We discuss everything from her undergrad experience, transitioning from helpdesk to Salesforce, how to get the right certifications, being a black woman in tech, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Kim's Information: LipstickAndTech.com or @lipstickandtech on all socials Store: https://www.store.lipstickandtech.com/ Free Resources: Breakin...
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May 27, 2022

My Fintech experience at GoldMan Sachs

In this episode of The TechTual Talk I give a brief recount of events of my first fintech role with GoldMan Sachs. I learned a lot at this role and I learned a lot about myself. Every company will have its faults, but they should try to address these concerns. Make sure you listen all the way through the podcast to see where my career is taking me next. Please leave a review and heart the podcast Purchase my Breaking into Cybersecurity ebook: https://techualconsulting.com/digitalproducts Join...
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May 7, 2022

Learn THIS before getting into Cybersecurity with John Breth

In today's episode of The Techtual Talk I am joined by John Breth ( @CyberInsight ) We discussed a lot of different things including the military, what should you learn before getting into cybersecurity, networking vs cybersecurity, starting a business and much more. 0:00 Intro 09:00 How the military played a huge part in John's Career 18:00 Why you should network to progress your career? 31:00 What made John start his own tech company 46:49 Stop the Cap on Twitter Segment 57:17 look into v...
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April 19, 2022

What is an ICS Cybersecurity Consultant?

How to become a cybersecurity consultant with Gabe A of Struggle Security Struggle Security Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLy6AfVspnVqcR_el6aKIcQ Gabe's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielagboruche/ Join the Patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Grab my ebook: https://techualconsulting.com/digitalproducts Use Riverside.FM to record your podcast: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=thetechtualtalk Check o...
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July 16, 2021

Transitioning from Military to Cybersecurity

In this episode we have Jennifer Jordan who previously spent 20 years in the military and now she is Transitioning into a new phase of her life as a Security Engineer for Liberty Mutual. She discusses how she got into tech, her transferable skills from her military skills, her internship experience and much much more You can follow her right here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codecodeworld_/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/codecodeworld?s=21 If you want to connect with please check out the ...
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June 18, 2021

You charge too Much!

In this episode our special guest Deirra Footman joins us of Let’s Talk Tech: Deirra discovered her passion for Science and Technology at a young age growing up in Baltimore, Maryland. As a child, she spent her downtime researching how various technologies worked. She always enjoyed taking things apart to figure out how they worked. That curiosity allowed her to build her analytical and problem-solving skills. Deirra’s love for computer technology and thirst for knowledge led her to enroll in th...
May 17, 2021

What Is UX/UI Design?

Join me and lovely Justice Devon Tech for the first episode of Let’s Talk Tech. We discuss what does an UI/UX Designer do, Tech World, Life, Being black in tech, and much more! 0:00 Start & Intro 2:50 Justice Devon Occupation 6:00 Get To Know Justice 15:00 Your Why 19:00 How were your grades in school 20:30 Cs get Degrees 22:00 Programming Languages 41:45 Treat the Recruiters 49:00 Resumes 51:00 Schedule your Consultation 58:00 Being Black in Tech 1:09:00 Q&A you can check out all of Justice D...
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May 7, 2021

What is an ISSO?

In this episode I talk with Miranda from mbstech.io about her CyberSecurity career, her business, college, and much more. If you like the video, hit the like button and share the video! MBS Tech Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mbs.tech/ 00:00:00 Start 00:03:04 About Miranda 00:06:21 How she became an ISSO 00:10:49 Why Miranda Started MBS Tech 00:19:28 3 Black Musketeers 00:25:20 Hiring Black Women 00:32:00 How I help my clients realize their skills 00:36:11 jobs find you after you ...
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April 9, 2021

What is IAM?

In this episode of Lets Talk Tech I'm joined by my good friend Vernon Francis. We discuss our college experience at Louisiana Tech along with our professional experiences. Vernon has been working for StateFarm for 5+ years and he shares his experience working for the company. Check me out on all social media at https://solo.to/techtualconsulting Vernon's Instagram information: https://www.instagram.com/getyouinahouse101/ Intro music Golden Hour by Julian Avila https://soundcloud.com/julian_av...