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Black Tech Unplugged by Deena McKay

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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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This episode is being released in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, as Felipe Santos is their case highlight for October 2024. Part 2 of the mysterious disappearance of Terrance Williams and Felipe Santos. Two men who vanished three months apart but under strangely similar circumstances. Both men were last seen with the same police offic…
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This episode is being released in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, as Felipe Santos is their case highlight for October 2024. Part 1 of the mysterious disappearance of Terrance Williams and Felipe Santos. Two men who vanished three months apart but under strangely similar circumstances. Both men were last seen with the same police offic…
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This month, The Florida Themis Project features Trenton Duckett. On August 27, 2006, two-year-old Trenton Duckett vanished from his bedroom in his mother’s home in Leesburg, Florida. Two weeks later, after suspicion fell on his mother Melinda, she died by suicide. Trenton is still missing, and the case has gone cold. Support the Florida Themis Proj…
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This month, The Florida Themis Project features Trenton Duckett. On August 27, 2006, two-year-old Trenton Duckett vanished from his bedroom in his mother’s home in Leesburg, Florida. Two weeks later, after suspicion fell on his mother Melinda, she died by suicide. Trenton is still missing, and the case has gone cold. Support the Florida Themis Proj…
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This month, The Florida Themis Project features two unidentified women found in Broward County, Florida, Jane Doe 82 and Jane Doe 88. Nic Edwards from the True Crime Garage Podcast is joining us for this episode and sponsoring our Themis feature this month! (Thanks Nic!!) If you have any information about the identity of this person, please get in …
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On 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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Welcome 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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On January 3rd, 2010 the badly burned body of 26-year-old Paula Sladewski was found in a dumpster in North Miami, Florida. Her killer has never been found... Authorities ask anyone with any information regarding the murder or Paula Sladewski to contact the North Miami Police Department at (305) 891-0294 Intro video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=…
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I'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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On Nov. 18, 2014, in Cape Coral, Florida, shortly before 9pm, while sitting on a bench at the front entrance of the TJ Maxx that he managed, Alfred, AKA Al, Griffiths was shot at point-blank range in the head and killed. This case resembled a hit and is still unsolved. · If you have any information please reach out to the Cape Coral Police Departme…
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On December 19, 1959 all four members of the Walker family were murdered in their home in Osprey, Florida. The case remains unsolved... This episode was made in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501c3 organization that is featuring The Walker Family and is running an awareness campaign about her disappearance for the month o…
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Is it possible to disappear yourself? Please enjoy this Off Topic & Uncut episode, usually reserved only for Patreon! Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Support the Florida Themis Project! floridathemisproject.org/sponsors-donors Visit our websi…
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On 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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Bryan "Vladek" Hasel was last seen November 6th, 2021 at a coffee shop, Foxtail Coffee, on University Blvd. in Orlando, Florida. If you have any information about the disappearance of Vladek Hasel please get in touch with the Orange County Sheriff's Office at (407) 254-7000 Vladek Timeline Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonu…
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Bryan "Vladek" Hasel was last seen November 6th, 2021 at a coffee shop, Foxtail Coffee, on University Blvd. in Orlando, Florida. If you have any information about the disappearance of Vladek Hasel please get in touch with the Orange County Sheriff's Office at (407) 254-7000 Vladek Timeline Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonu…
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On 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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Dori Ann Myers disappeared on January 10, 2006 in Fort Pierce, Florida. Dori had met two men at a bar and they accompanied her home. At 3am her house was in flames and her car was found 80 miles away, also burned to the ground. Dori has not been seen or heard from since. Marjorie Christina Luna, nicknamed 'Christy', was last seen on the afternoon o…
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On 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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In the winter of 1981 two teenage girls were abducted from the same mall parking lot in Ft. Myers, Florida. One was found murdered months later, the others fate remains a mystery... Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, tons of bonus episodes, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Visit our website p…
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The Florida Themis Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Themis is the Greek Goddess of wisdom and good counsel and the interpreter of the gods’ will. She is widely recognized as the goddess of Justice. Justice is what The Florida Themis Project is all about. We support loved ones and victims of unsolved crimes by financially contributing …
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In 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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This is an episode from Lauren's other show, It's Hard to Talk About Podcast Kendra experienced an abusive relationship as a teen. Twenty years later she is just now realizing how bad it was... October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Approximately one in three women, and one in four men will experience some form of intimate partner d…
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12-year-old Carol Lynn Sullivan was last seen around 6:50 a.m. on Sept. 20, 1978, at her school bus stop at the corner of Courtland Boulevard and Doyle Road in Deltona, Florida. Her partial remains were found 12 days later. This case is still unsolved 45 years later... Anyone with information about the murder of Carol Lynn Sullivan is urged to call…
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On 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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Twenty-four year old Jennifer Kesse disappeared from her condo in Orlando, FL on January 23, 2006. As of 2023, no arrests have been made and Kesse's whereabouts remain unknown. This episode was made in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501c3 organization that is featuring Jennifer Kesse and is running an awareness campaign a…
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In 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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32-year-old firefighter Brandy Hall left work early on the night of Aug. 17, 2006 in Malabar, Florida. She's never been seen again... Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, tons of bonus episodes, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Visit our website paradiseafterdark.com for links to our store, Pat…
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On 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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Lauren spoke with Samantha from the Missing and Murdered in Florida Facebook page about an upcoming search in the Ocala National Forest for Theresa Hartley. We covered this case on this episode. Intro video: Search for St. Augustine woman continues after three weeks Search details: Click here for the Facebook Event SATURDAY, AUGUST 19, 2023 AT 8:30…
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Kyle Alexander Byrtus was found murdered on August 15, 2013, in a field in Lehigh Acres, Fl. Kyle was a good kid who made some bad choices that ultimately lead to his death. August 15th, 2023 is the 10-year anniversary of Kyle's death. This episode was made in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501c3 organization that is feat…
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On 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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Today a grand jury indicted 61-year-old Jeffrey Norman Crum — who is already serving two life sentences for sexual battery and attempted murder — on charges of first-degree murder, kidnapping, and sexual battery in the case of Jennifer Odom. Intro video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkbsMKqM5QI This episode was made in conjunction with The Flori…
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At around 3pm on the afternoon of February 19, 1993, twelve-year-old Jennifer Odom got off of her school bus and vanished, she was found murdered almost a week later. This case is still unsolved. This episode was made in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501c3 organization that is featuring Jennifer Odom and running an aware…
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Heidi Zampell, 22, was last seen on June 18, 1987. She was dropped off by a friend at a home in a very rural area of Naples, Florida and was last seen walking down the long driveway. She’s not been seen or heard from since… *All parties discussed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law* This episode was made in conjunction with The Flori…
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Dennis Nilsen was a Scottish serial killer and necrophile who murdered at least twelve young men and boys between 1978 and 1983 in London. CrimeCon UK! June 10-11 in London!! Get your ticket at crimecon.co.uk/ and use code “PARADISE” for 10% off! CrimeCon Orlando! September 22-24, 2023! Get your ticket at crimecon.com/CC23 and use code “PARADISE” f…
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Dr. Teresa Sievers was a well-known and loved holistic doctor in Bonita Springs, FL. In June 2015 she was found bludgeoned to death in her home. This story will take many twists and turns, air out some dirty laundry, and conclude with a bombshell... Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise a…
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Dr. Teresa Sievers was a well-known and loved holistic doctor in Bonita Springs, FL. In June 2015 she was found bludgeoned to death in her home. This story will take many twists and turns, air out some dirty laundry, and conclude with a bombshell... Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise a…
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Dr. Teresa Sievers was a well-known and loved holistic doctor in Bonita Springs, FL. In June 2015 she was found bludgeoned to death in her home. This story will take many twists and turns, air out some dirty laundry, and conclude with a bombshell... Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise a…
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Dr. Teresa Sievers was a well-known and loved holistic doctor in Bonita Springs, FL. In June 2015 she was found bludgeoned to death in her home. This story will take many twists and turns, air out some dirty laundry, and conclude with a bombshell... Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise a…
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BONUS! The month of May is Abduction Prevention Awareness Month and Lauren chats with Damsel Ninja Nancy from Damsel in Defense again on how to stay safe! Order your safety gear from Nancy this month, and a portion of the proceeds will go to our non-profit, The Florida Themis Project! ORDER HERE Get your Ring Doorbell and other safety gear HERE Joi…
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In this episode we discuss Theresa Hartley, who has been missing in the Ocala National Forest since March 11, 2023, along with the unsolved murder of Timothy Smith and a gang-related triple murder. All of this has occurred within the last several weeks in Marion County, Florida Anyone with information on Theresa Hartley’s whereabouts is asked to ca…
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In 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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Stephen Smith, a 19-year-old nursing student from Hampton, South Carolina, was found dead in the middle of Sandy Run Road, a dark country road, in the early morning hours of July 8, 2015. Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.com/palmahawkmedia Visit our website para…
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In 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 …
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In the summer of 1955, 14-year-old African-American Emmett Till was brutally murdered by two white men after he was accused of whistling at a white woman in a grocery store. Emmett's story and his mother Mamie's efforts helped galvanize the growing civil rights movement in this country in the 1950s and beyond. Join our Patreon and enjoy early and a…
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Chris 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/…
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The conclusion to this story, including the arrest and sensational trial and all the events leading up to Steven Benson's death in 2015. Thanks for listening, and remember: If you see something say something!! Collier County Sheriff’s Office (239) 774-4434 Lee County Sheriff’s Office (239) 477-1000 SWFL Crime Stoppers 1-800-780-TIPS (8477) Music by…
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On July 9th, 1985 the Benson Family vehicle exploded in their driveway, killing the millionaire family matriarch, Margaret Benson, and her youngest son, Scott, and wounding her only daughter Carol Lynn. Her older son, Steven Benson survived the blast because he has "run inside to grab something he forgot"..... Part 1 of this story explores the char…
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As 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 co…
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Is 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 entrepren…
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