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Building Real Communities in Tech With Jay Miller Oct 13, 2025

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Jay Miller, Staff Developer Advocate and founder of Black Python Devs, joins Stats On Stats for a candid conversation about his journey from curious kid to community catalyst. He shares how his grandfather inspired his love for technology, how military service shaped his approach to productivity, and why building sustainable, local tech communities matters more than chasing clout. From running Discord servers to supporting Python workshops across the globe, Jay breaks down what real DevRel looks like — and why visibility, access, and connection are everything.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kjaymiller/

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Tech Mentorship, AI, and Human-Centered Innovation With Eric Brown Jr. Oct 06, 2025

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Eric Brown Jr., founder of Elevate Coaching & Consulting, joins the Stats On Stats podcast to share how mentorship, curiosity, and technology have shaped his 15-year journey in IT. From LAN parties to leading AI initiatives, Eric discusses the importance of accessibility, human-centered innovation, and building meaningful impact through mentorship.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericbrownjr/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/elvte-coaching-and-consulting/

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How Destiny Simmons Built a Career in Cybersecurity from Scratch Sep 29, 2025

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Destiny Simmons, known online as Cyber Shortieee, joins Stats on Stats to share her unexpected journey into cybersecurity—from working in insurance claims to becoming a cybersecurity cloud solution architect and educator. She talks mentorship, building confidence, the role of storytelling in tech education, and how she's making cybersecurity relatable and accessible through her podcast Textual Chatter. Tune in for laughs, insight, and straight-up real talk.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/destinisimmons/

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Black Unicorn Education: Ora Tanner on Tech, AI, and the Power of Perspective Sep 22, 2025

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In this episode of Stats On Stats, Ora Tanner—founder of Black Unicorn Education—joins us to talk about the real-world impact of AI, her journey from nuclear physics to tech education, and how she's helping high-performance leaders understand and apply artificial intelligence in their everyday lives. With humor, insight, and clarity, Ora breaks down the myths, challenges, and opportunities AI brings to our communities.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oradtanner/

https://blackunicorneducation.com/

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Why the Browser Is Now Your Biggest Cybersecurity Risk With John Carse Sep 22, 2025

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John Carse, CISO at SquareX, joins the Stats on Stats podcast for a dynamic conversation on the evolving landscape of cybersecurity. With a career that began in the '80s and spans global leadership roles at Dyson, Rakuten, and JP Morgan Chase, John shares stories from his early hacking days to his current mission at SquareX—redefining browser security in a SaaS-first world.

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Biohacking: Tech Body Augmentation with Len Noe Sep 15, 2025

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Ethical hacker Len Noe shares how he became the world’s first augmented pen tester, why you should never hand your phone to anyone, and what automation means for the future of offensive security. He also previews his documentary, new implants, and practical steps to protect your digital life.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/len-noe/

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Jumpstart to Tech: How Vinod Akunuri is Reshaping Career Roadmaps in Tech Sep 01, 2025

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In this episode of Stats On Stats, Vinod Akunuri, founder of Jumpstart to Tech, shares his unconventional journey from struggling student to impactful tech leader. He opens up about how his personal challenges, including ADHD, early academic setbacks, and post-grad uncertainty, inspired him to build a platform that provides personalized roadmaps for tech careers.

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Blacksky Algorithms: Building Decentralized Social Media with Rudy Fraser Aug 18, 2025

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In this episode of Stats On Stats, we’re joined by Rudy Fraser, founder of Blacksky Algorithms and fellow at Harvard's Berkman Klein Center. Rudy unpacks his journey from growing up in Queens to leading one of the most innovative decentralized social projects online. He explains how Blacksky, a Black-led community built on the BlueSky protocol, is reimagining content moderation, data ownership, and online safety

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudy-fraser/

Blacksky Algorithms: https://www.blackskyweb.xyz/

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Icebreaker

06:57 Rudy's Background and Early Influences

14:57 Navigating Power and Access in Technology

19:50 Career Journey and Early Roles in Tech

28:04 Reflections on Technology Waves and Cynicism

33:52 Understanding Black Sky: Community and Company

39:26 Decentralized Social Media: A New Paradigm

50:51 Elevator Pitch: Building for the Community

57:29 Preparing for Launch Challenges

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Stats on Stats x B.I.C. @ DEF CON 33: Finding Your Village with Veronika Aug 11, 2025

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Join us for an insightful conversation at DEF CON 33 as we sit down with Veronika, a passionate cybersecurity enthusiast who has been immersed in the field since middle school. She shares her journey into cybersecurity, her experiences with Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions, and more.

Veronika discusses the importance of mentorship and she offers valuable advice for anyone feeling out of place in the field and stresses the importance of staying true to oneself.

Stats on Stats x B.I.C. @ DEF CON 33: Finding Your Village with Leron Aug 11, 2025

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Join us for an insightful conversation at DEF CON 33! Tiffiny interviews Leron, live from the Blacks in Cybersecurity Village, as he shares his experience in creating Capture the Flag (CTF) challenges.

Discover the mindset behind designing challenges that cater to both beginners and experienced professionals, and get valuable tips for first-time CTF participants. Leron highlights the importance of practice and points to resources like Hack the Box, TryHackMe, and more for newcomers to enhance their skills.

Guest Connect

Leron Gray

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leron-gray/

Blacks in Cybersecurity

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