In this inspiring episode, Michelle and Samah sit down with Amy Sample Ward, CEO of NTEN and one of the keynote speakers at WordCamp US 2025. Amy shar...
Lifting Every Voice: Initiatives Empower Underrepresented Voices in WordPress
Aug 08 2025 • 00:29:31
In this episode, Michelle and Samah talk about how speaking at events in the WordPress world is an incredible honor, but it often comes with real cost...
Black Tech Week & the Power of Grassroots Inclusion
Aug 01 2025 • 00:25:01
In this episode, Michelle and Samah dive into Black Tech Week, an inspiring and fast-growing event in Cincinnati that blends community, culture, and i...
Coding Equality: Gender, AI, and the Fight Against Bias
Jul 11 2025 • 00:44:33
In this compelling episode, Michelle and Samah dive into the intersection of artificial intelligence and gender equality. We unpack a powerful article...
Does It Even Matter? The Quiet Power of Representation in Tech
Jul 04 2025 • 00:24:23
In this deeply personal and impassioned episode, Michelle and Samah reflect on a powerful talk given at WordCamp Montclair 2025 by Michelle, "Underrep...
Planes & Determination: A Disabled Traveler’s Journey Through Chaos
Jun 20 2025 • 00:37:07
In this heartfelt episode, Michelle shares her whirlwind experience traveling to and from WordCamp Europe. From radar-key-accessible toilets in Switze...
Understanding Cultural Appropriation vs. Appreciation
May 16 2025 • 00:26:18
In this heartfelt and insightful episode, Michelle and Samah explore the complexities of cultural appropriation versus cultural appreciation. Sparked ...
Breaking the Burnout Cycle: How to Protect Your Mental Health at Work
May 09 2025 • 00:24:48
In this episode, Michelle and Samah dive into the topic of burnout, discussing how it affects many professionals, especially in light of recent econom...
Space, Selfies, and STEM: Who Really Wins?
Apr 18 2025 • 00:24:19
In this episode, Michelle and Samah catch up after a busy stretch filled with job changes, travels, and community events. They dive into a timely conv...
Celebrating Black Innovators in Tech: Contributions That Shaped Our World
Feb 14 2025 • 00:21:00
In honor of Black History Month, Michelle and Samah highlight the incredible contributions of Black pioneers in technology—past and present. From GPS ...
