by samah | Jul 11, 2025 | Allyship, Community Building, DEI Concepts, Podcast Episode
Show Notes In this compelling episode, Michelle and Samah dive into the intersection of artificial intelligence and gender equality. We unpack a powerful article from UN Women, exploring how AI systems shaped largely by male-dominated industries can reinforce existing...
by samah | Jul 4, 2025 | Allyship, Community Building, DEI Concepts, Podcast Episode
Show Notes In this deeply personal and impassioned episode, Michelle and Samah reflect on a powerful talk given at WordCamp Montclair 2025 by Michelle, “Underrepresented in Tech: The Journey to Amplify Others.” We explore why our advocacy work continues,...
by samah | Jun 20, 2025 | Accessibility, Allyship, Community Building, DEI Concepts, Podcast Episode
Show Notes In this heartfelt episode, Michelle shares her whirlwind experience traveling to and from WordCamp Europe. From radar-key-accessible toilets in Switzerland to flight delays, scooter battery regulations, and missed connections, she shares what it means to...
by samah | May 16, 2025 | Allyship, Community Building, DEI Concepts, Podcast Episode
Show Notes In this heartfelt and insightful episode, Michelle and Samah explore the complexities of cultural appropriation versus cultural appreciation. Sparked by a discussion around wearing a keffiyeh, the conversation broadens to include traditional garments,...
by samah | May 9, 2025 | Community Building, Mental Wellbeing, Podcast Episode
Show Notes In this episode, Michelle and Samah dive into the topic of burnout, discussing how it affects many professionals, especially in light of recent economic challenges like layoffs and rising living costs. They explore the emotional and physical toll burnout...
by samah | Apr 18, 2025 | Community Building, DEI Concepts, Events, Podcast Episode
Show Notes 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 conversation about a Blue Origin spaceflight featuring an all-women crew, including celebrities like Katy Perry...
