Scratchwerk ^EDU

"Scratchwerk ^Edu," hosted by Ronnie King, CEO of Scratchwerk Tech and founder of the MyVillage Project, is a dynamic podcast at the nexus of Black communities, technology, business, education, and current events. Each episode dives deep into the role of emerging technologies in promoting equity, enhancing workforce development, and reshaping education. Join Ronnie as he explores how technology can be leveraged to uplift and empower marginalized communities through insightful discussions with experts, activists, and innovators. From the practicalities of tech entrepreneurship to the impact of community-led initiatives, "Scratchwerk Edu" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the intersection of technology and social change. Learn about the success of tech incubators such as "Coding in Color", which has trained over 2,000 students in emerging skills and secured over $800k in funding to support young Black tech entrepreneurs, and discover how initiatives lik

Scratchwerk ^EDU is a society podcast hosted by Scratchwerk Tech, with 55 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Scratchwerk Tech hosts Scratchwerk ^EDU, a society show with 55 episodes published.

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  Conversation with Charles Griggs - The OG's Playbook on Community Leadership

  Jun 9, 20251 hourS0

  <p>What does it take to create lasting community change? For Charles Griggs, Director of Community Initiatives in Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan's office, the answer lies at the intersection of experience, empathy, and strategic advocacy.<br/><br/>In this candid conversation, Griggs shares insights from his journey through media, marketing, public health, and public service. As the architect behind the relaunch of Jacksonville Journey Forward – a comprehensive initiative addressing crime prevention and community engagement – he brings a uniquely holistic perspective to some of today's most pressing challenges.<br/><br/>"If you don't understand how the machine works, you can't effectively chan...

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  Werk Week News Update - PwC AI Agents, ChatGPT Memories & the Future of Wharton Business

  Apr 9, 202510 minS0

  <p>We explore three major AI developments reshaping business and technology: PWC's new Agent OS platform, ChatGPT's memory feature, and Wharton School of Business's new AI major.<br/><br/>• PWC launches AgentOS, a $1 billion platform helping businesses deploy enterprise-level AI agents<br/>• ChatGPT's new memory feature allows it to recall user preferences and past interactions<br/>• Wharton School of Business announces a new major in artificial intelligence and business starting fall 2024<br/><br/>Please don't forget to follow and like us on Spotify, Apple or wherever you listen to your podcasts.<br/><br/><br/></p><p>Send us a text</p>

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  Werk Week News Update - Smart Health, Smart Meetings, Smart Glasses

  Apr 2, 202510 minS0

  <p>Tech giants are pushing boundaries with AI in healthcare, meeting participation, and augmented reality wearables. These advancements signal a fundamental shift in how we interact with technology in our daily lives.<br/><br/>• Apple developing Project Mulberry, an AI health companion aimed at replicating primary care physician functions through iPhones and Apple Watches<br/>• Otter.ai has launched a voice assistant that actively participates in meetings by speaking and responding to questions in real-time<br/>• Meta revealed details about upcoming $1,000 smart glasses featuring voice control, real-time translation, and AR overlays<br/><br/>Please follow and like us on Spotify, Apple...

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  Conversation with Marsha Oliver - The Power of Presence, Purpose & Public Relations

  Mar 31, 20251h 9mS0

  <p>What does true representation look like in spaces where you're not expected? Marsha Oliver, Senior Vice President of Community and Public Engagement at the PGA Tour, takes us on a journey that challenges conventional thinking about career paths, community impact, and authentic leadership.<br/><br/>Tia Leathers and Ronnie King join Marsha in a conversation as Oliver recounts her life-changing experience in South Africa just two years after apartheid ended, the philosophy that guided her controversial decision to serve as spokesperson for Republican Mayor Lenny Curry and how she's helping direct a $100 million commitment from the PGA Tour to...

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  Collectively Uncomfortable : How Communities Turn Risk Into Reward

  Mar 28, 202517 minS0

  <p>Getting comfortable with being uncomfortable has become something of a personal development mantra, but what happens when we apply this principle to our communities? <br/><br/>Many of us believe our communities are "so close" to breakthrough – but can this perspective be keeping us in comfortable patterns that limit real progress. The truth? We might not be as close as we think, and the path forward may require more significant disruption than we're currently willing to embrace.<br/><br/>What might collective discomfort look like? What does it mean to risk it all for progress?  The goal isn't just pers...

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