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We tell the stories about the innovators of today who will be the Game Changers of Tomorrow. Our guests come from a wide range of backgrounds, including scientists, engineers, researchers, entrepreneurs, investors and educators.
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Signup to Generate a PitchWe tell the stories about the innovators of today who will be the Game Changers of Tomorrow. Our guests come from a wide range of backgrounds, including scientists, engineers, researchers, entrepreneurs, investors and educators.
Game Changers Silicon Valley is hosted by Jim Connor. The show has published 72 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Taking Tuition Off the Table" (25 February 2026, 24 minutes), "The New Rules for Graduates in the AI Economy" (23 February 2026, 17 minutes), and "Why So Many Kids Still Can't Read!" (16 February 2026, 19 minutes).
Game Changers Silicon Valley publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 19 minutes across 72 episodes.
Booking probability for Game Changers Silicon Valley is 26%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Game Changers Silicon Valley requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Game Changers Silicon Valley's contact route on record: verified email.
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Jim Connor hosts Game Changers Silicon Valley, a news podcast with 72 episodes published.
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Episode #51
<p >For generations, higher education has been described as the great equalizer. But for many families, the cost of tuition has quietly turned that promise into a barrier. What happens when a university stops debating...
<p >College is no longer just about earning a degree—it's about proving you're employable in a world shaped by AI. In this episode of Game Changers Silicon Valley, Jim Connor speaks with Dr. Marianne Lewis, Ph.D., Dean...
Episode #49
<p>Despite extraordinary advances in technology—and even the rise of artificial intelligence—too many students are still not learning to read at grade level proficiency. Weak early literacy doesn't just affect test...
Episode #48
<p>Measure A is being sold to Santa Clara County voters as a hospital funding initiative — but the fine print tells another story. In this episode of Game Changers Silicon Valley, host Jim Connor talks with David...
<p>Every election cycle, there's one race that flies under the radar. In Santa Clara County, CA, we have an election that affects every homeowner, every taxpayer, and every senior ... that race is for County...
Episode #45
<p>Disruption isn't random — it follows patterns that can be seen, interpreted, and even anticipated. Yet most companies only recognize those signals after the market has already shifted. The organizations that thrive...
Episode #44
<p>Virginia Cheung brings to the table not just policy ideas but personal stories that underscore the urgency of investing in the first five years of a child's life. With California spending billions on education and...
Episode #43
<p>I just sat down with Ann Hsu, a bold and fearless candidate for the San Francisco School Board, and let me tell you – this interview is unlike anything you've seen before. Ann doesn't mince words about the...
<p >The San Francisco school district is in the middle of a financial reckoning, forced to reconcile a significant drop in student enrollment with years of delayed responses to the growing operational costs. This isn't...
<p>California, once renowned for its high-performing public schools, is experiencing significant changes that raise concerns about the future of academic excellence. Notably, many high schools have eliminated honors and...
Episode #41
<p>Eli Steele's documentary, "Killing America," emerges from a profound silence into a loud, defining statement about the currents sweeping through American education. Born deaf, Steele transcends the boundaries of...
<p>We share a highly visible, universal concern: the persistent cycle of crime, drug addiction, and recidivism.</p> <p>My interview with former San Jose Mayor and current Congressional candidate Sam Liccardo, provides a...
Episode #40
<p>Everyone agrees: We are witnessing unprecedented political polarization and deep divides tearing our country's fabric. <br /> Since the current leadership in Congress cannot come to terms, the voters have little...
Episode #39
<p>In the run-up to the 2024 elections, Anna Cheng Kramer, a candidate for California's 15th Congressional District, captures the quintessential American narrative of the underdog. </p> <p>The story of Anna Chang...
Episode #38
<p>No one wants to admit they are being treated for depression, bi-polar disorder or having thoughts about suicide. The fact is, today's stressful lifestyles will overwhelm the coping mechanisms of many people. My guest...
Episode #37
<p >In today's blog, we delve into the critical role judges play in our justice system. We had the privilege of speaking with Johnene Stebbins, a seasoned deputy district attorney running for Judge in Santa Clara...
Episode #36
<p>In 2023, approximately 3,200 venture-backed firms in the U.S. went out of business, according to data from PitchBook. These startups had collectively raised about $27.2 billion. Since the failure of Silicon Valley...
Episode #35
<p>Three Key Steps in Constructing the Startup Asset Class </p> <p>One fundamental building block to startup investing is defining the sectors and technologies that will fit your organization's definition of a startup...
Episode #34
<p>Universities face many challenges in their goal of educating students for engagement in the 21st century economy.</p> <p>In this podcast, we delve into this transformative shift in academia, where the traditional...
Episode #32
<p>A Crusade for Justice</p> <p>Imagine inheriting your family home, only to find a tax bill that forces you to sell. It's not fiction; it's the startling reality under California's Proposition 19. In this episode, we...
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