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Technolotea

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Shifting industry culture through chill and honest conversations about tech + business 👩‍💻📈w/ gen z techpreneurs ☕️
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Perceptive Algorithms: Using AI to catch thieves red handed (w/ Percepta AI founder Jonathan Mak)

TechnoloteaMar 24, 2021

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Perceptive Algorithms: Using AI to catch thieves red handed (w/ Percepta AI founder Jonathan Mak)

Perceptive Algorithms: Using AI to catch thieves red handed (w/ Percepta AI founder Jonathan Mak)

Sarah and Megha are back with the second installment of their AI series -- this time with the founder of theft prevention startup Percepta AI, Jonathan Mak. Join them for an intriguing discussion about ethical AI, facial recognition software, racial bias in the tech industry and some real tea about big tech's approach to theft prevention!

Mar 24, 202130:02
So... What is AI (Artificial Intelligence)? w/ Dr Taniya Mishra

So... What is AI (Artificial Intelligence)? w/ Dr Taniya Mishra

Ever wondered what the applications of Artificial Intelligence are besides creating the next human-conquering robot? Join us for a high level overview of machine learning + deep learning, trends and applications, as well as exclusive opportunities for...
Jan 06, 202125:11
Goodbye 2020... Hello 2021! (A sneak peek of Season 2)

Goodbye 2020... Hello 2021! (A sneak peek of Season 2)

2020 has been a crazy year... while it brought many disastrous events on a global scale, the time at home allowed Sarah and Megha to launch this podcast and process the uncertainty + challenges this year brought. In its first season, Technolotea covered...
Dec 31, 202001:45
A Conversation on Cryptocurrency & College Entrepreneurship (w/ RobotBC Co-Founder Jae Chung)

A Conversation on Cryptocurrency & College Entrepreneurship (w/ RobotBC Co-Founder Jae Chung)

Join Sarah, Megha, and Ivy League dropout Jae Chung as they discuss his startup, CryptoLocally, along with tips for college entrepreneurs who may be dealing with Asian parents.
Dec 08, 202032:26
Biden Won, Now What?

Biden Won, Now What?

With no ginger tea in sight, Sarah and Megha begin breaking down what a Biden presidency- along with a divided government- could mean for big tech and business regulations in the following six areas: social media content (Section 230), antitrust laws,...
Nov 17, 202027:56
Pandemic Projects: The Past, Present, and Future of Remote Work

Pandemic Projects: The Past, Present, and Future of Remote Work

With many companies (and new startups) making a long term commitment towards making remote work efficient, Sarah and Megha do a deep dive into the Ghosts of Work Past, Present, and Future.
Oct 27, 202030:29
Hi, Speed: Bobbing for Apple's iPhone 12, in 5G

Hi, Speed: Bobbing for Apple's iPhone 12, in 5G

Even though Sarah and Megha may not be drinking apple cinnamon tea (sigh), there’s plenty of Apple to go around in this episode. Join this insightful discussion about 5G networks, how the iPhone 12 will help you take fire selfies, and Apple’s expansion...
Oct 20, 202020:58
#ElectTech2020: Being an Informed Voter in the Age of (Dis)Information

#ElectTech2020: Being an Informed Voter in the Age of (Dis)Information

Whether this is your first time or your 100th rodeo, gathering information to be an informed voter has never been easy... until now. Join Sarah and Megha as they discuss three rising startups in the #ElectTech space to help you prepare to make some...
Oct 14, 202024:13
Trick or Treat with the Big 4: Google, Amazon, Facebook, & Apple

Trick or Treat with the Big 4: Google, Amazon, Facebook, & Apple

Trick or treat? Looks like the world of big tech will have plenty of both in October. Join us for a fun and candidly spooky conversation about the upcoming Congressional big tech hearing, impending release of the iPhone 12, and Amazon drones.
Oct 07, 202022:19
Big Battery Energy: A Pun-Fueled Battery Day Recap

Big Battery Energy: A Pun-Fueled Battery Day Recap

As Tesla drives forward tirelessly to make its vision for a greener future a reality, Sarah and Megha recap the most exciting moments from Battery Day with Mohib Jafri, Engineering Project Manager at Tesla and student at Harvard EECS.
Sep 29, 202032:04
A Strange Connection: Recapping Facebook Connect 2020

A Strange Connection: Recapping Facebook Connect 2020

The Oculus Quest 2 is out and so is Sarah and Megha's take on it- listen in as these two techpreneurs reflect on the many groundbreaking announcements made during Facebook Connect 2020 and how they could change the world of Augmented + Virtual Reality.
Sep 23, 202019:54
Memes and Memos: Changing VC Culture one 👁👄👁 at a time

Memes and Memos: Changing VC Culture one 👁👄👁 at a time

Memes? In VC? It’s more likely than you think. Join Sarah and Megha as they discuss a recent push for increased transparency in an industry ruled by buzzwords and hype culture.
Sep 16, 202022:47
Neuralink Chips: Food for the Brain

Neuralink Chips: Food for the Brain

Mind-controlled cars. The cure to paralysis. Capturing human consciousness. These are just some of the possibilities with Elon Musk’s newest endeavor: Neuralink. Join Sarah and Megha as they briefly delve into the world of Brain Computer Interfacing to...
Sep 09, 202017:29
The Minimum Viable Podcast

The Minimum Viable Podcast

Ever thought of starting a podcast? Join Sarah and Megha for a meta episode about podcasting (featuring fellow podcaster Maddy Wang from There’s No Such Thing). From technology and branding to industry statistics, we’ve got you covered on everything...
Sep 02, 202020:04
COVID-19 Tech for College

COVID-19 Tech for College

Feeling confused on how to navigate college during a global pandemic? Join Sarah Tran (Penn '24) and Megha Jain (Berkeley '24) as they spill the tea on the best apps for managing finances, making new friends, and increasing productivity.
Aug 26, 202018:37
Choose Your Acquirer

Choose Your Acquirer

After a new player enters negotiations for the acquisition of Tik Tok, Sarah and Megha spill the tea on the most viable options out there.
Aug 22, 202015:34
Having “The Talk” on Tik Tok

Having “The Talk” on Tik Tok

Renegade your way into this exciting episode about Tik Tok culture, national security threats, and a possible acquisition. Featuring CIO Prince Bhojwani, local Tik Tok sensation Spencer Wolf, and Gen Z Tik Tokers.
Aug 19, 202028:54
Technolothrees #1: Labster and Ginger with a side of Ethos

Technolothrees #1: Labster and Ginger with a side of Ethos

In this episode, Sarah and Megha review 3 exciting startups building and utilizing innovative technologies to further educational opportunities, foster a more robust conversation around mental health, and address inequities in tech companies. Labster,...
Aug 14, 202009:26
Silicon Empire: Big Tech Testifies to Congress

Silicon Empire: Big Tech Testifies to Congress

After concerns of antitrust violations, Google, Amazon, Facebook, and Apple are called to testify in front of Congress. Join Sarah and Megha as they spill the tea on the biggest highlights of the hearing and what a more transparent future for big tech...
Aug 12, 202032:04
Our Journey to Technolotea

Our Journey to Technolotea

In this episode, co-hosts Megha Jain and Sarah Tran discuss their journeys in business and technology up to this point. Furthermore, they introduce their weekly Technolothrees segment which features three startups utilizing innovative and novel...
Aug 05, 202012:18
Welcome to Technolotea

Welcome to Technolotea

In this segment, co-hosts Sarah Tran and Megha Jain introduce their passion project: Technolotea, a podcast aiming to bring a fresh perspective to the ever-changing business and tech trends of today. This series will cover techpreneurship topics ranging...
Jul 29, 202001:59