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The Tech Table covers all things university, life and tech. Mary and Natalie will give insights into our tech career journey, sharing our experiences along the way. We will also have some amazing guests sharing their experiences and advice! Connect with us on Instagram at @thetechtable_

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July 26, 2024Episode 552 min

You Know Your Body Best Featuring Dr Tosin Sotubo-Ajayi

Join us at The Tech Table for the season 4 finale! We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Tosin Sotubo-Ajayi, a distinguished medical doctor with a passionate focus on women’s health and femtech. In this episode we delve into a vital conversation about women’s health and exploring how technology is revolutionizing the way we understand and manage our well-being. Dr. Tosin shares invaluable insights on the unique health challenges faced by black women and provides empowering advice on how we can advocate for our health effectively. Tune in for an informative episode that champions the importance of knowing and trusting your body.

June 28, 2024Episode 452 min

Making Black Women the Main Character: Femtech in Africa with Nana Adwoa and Rosalyn

In this episode, we are joined by Nana Adwoa and Rosalyn, the CEO and CTO of Poka, a health app dedicated to empowering African women take control of their reproductive health and have a better understanding. We highlight why existing period tracker apps fail to meet the specific needs of African women in Africa and how Poka addressed these gaps. We also explore the technology stack behind the Poka app and delve into Nana Adwoa's and Rosalyn's career journeys. The conversation also covers the highs and lows of entrepreneurship in femtech as well as the dynamics of working within an all-women team dispersed across the globe. If you’re thinking of creating a new app or going into entrepreneurship tune in for some great tips!

April 5, 2024Episode 342 min

Unmasking Perimenopause with Mayra

We are still in the journey of breaking taboos around women’s health and in today’s episode we are joined by Mayra to unmask perimenopause. Mayra is the co-founder of Hormony which is a tool for measuring, monitoring, and managing your hormone health and wellness throughout perimenopause. Mayra is originally from Mexico and currently resides in Singapore. Mayra shares her journey into her perimenopause diagnosis and how this opened the path to becoming a FemTech entrepreneur. Join us as we unmask perimenopause and discuss the future of FemTech.

March 22, 2024Episode 21 hr 2 min

We Don't Talk About Menstrual Health Enough Featuring Lisa

In this episode of The Tech Table, we're joined by Lisa, a product manager at Flo, the leading app in the Health and Fitness category globally. Lisa shares her career journey into health tech and insights into period health apps, highlighting tech's impact on women's health and wellness. Lisa joins us in tackling workplace taboos around discussing periods and offers her thoughts on menstrual leave policies, sparking vital conversations about gender equality. Join us as we explore the evolving landscape of women's health tech with Lisa and the challenges in this field. We really should start talking about periods more! Disclaimers: Please note that the individuals on this podcast are not medical professionals, and the views expressed by our guest are solely her own personal opinions. Flo Anonymous Mode protects sensitive health information of the users. For more information, please visit: https://flo.health/privacy-portal/anonymous-mode-faq

March 9, 2024Episode 126 min

Tech, Wellness and Breaking Taboos: Lets Prioritise Health in the Workplace

In this episode, we talk about the often-overlooked issues of menopause and period pain in professional settings, alongside the unexpected benefits of remote work in mitigating these challenges. Natalie also comes up with a potential solution to perhaps confront the mental strain induced by the rapid pace of technological advancements & the anxieties of staying up to date with industry trends. Through this important conversation, we advocate for a workplace culture that priorities well-being, fosters inclusivity, and dismantles stigmas. We would love to hear your thoughts and experiences on this topic. Join us in advocating for a transformative shift towards a healthier, more empathetic approach to work and technology! Here’s to breaking taboos!

December 29, 2023Episode 511 min

Tech Table Takeaways: Season 1 to 3 Recap

Join us at the Tech Table as we embark on a reflective journey, discussing seasons 1, 2 & 3 of our podcast. In this special episode, we revisit memorable moments, unravel key quotes, and share our own Tech Table Takeaways from the incredible guests who graced our show. It's a dose of nostalgia, wisdom, and laughter! Thank you to all who have been on the podcast journey, we would love to know what has been your Tech Table Takeaways so far📝

August 11, 2023Episode 421 min

Tech For All: Empowering Disability Advocacy with Camilo

In this episode, we are joined by Camilo who is a Disability and Accessibility advocate and works in tech as a Product Manager. We learn about his experience with his disability, how tech can make the travel industry more accessible for all and how we can make sure accessibility is at the forefront of what we are developing in tech. This is an insightful conversation and a significant reminder of the importance of learning about others’ experiences. Tech can be for all but it all starts with a conversation…

July 28, 2023Episode 329 min

Being a Black Woman in Tech - Let's talk about it (Featuring Onome)

Join us on this episode as we welcome our special guest, Onome, for an insightful conversation about being a black woman in tech in the UK. 👩🏾‍💻 Together, we share our personal experiences, triumphs, and challenges, shedding light on the realities of the industry. We discuss tokenism, its implications, and how we can combat it to create more inclusive spaces.

July 14, 2023Episode 239 min

Elevating your Career (featuring Nekpen Osuan Wilson)

In this episode, we have a special guest Nekpen Osuan Wilson who is a career coach, CEO & Co-Founder of WomenWerk (women's empowerment non-profit network in the US) and Head of Customer Experience for a SaaS based solution. Nekpen shares on her inspiring and diverse career journey whilst covering areas including progression and imposter syndrome. We also delve into her experience as a black woman and mother in the workplace. Nekpen provides great advice on how to elevate your career and mentorship - may need to get out your notepads for this one! Whether you are at the start of your career, looking for a change, struggling to progress or balancing motherhood and work - this episode is great listen! Follow Nekpen Osuan Wilson on LinkedIn if you would like to know more about her Career Coaching!

June 30, 2023Episode 126 min

The Future of Tech - What Can't Tech Do at This Point?

In our first-ever video podcast, we dive into the fascinating world of tech's future and explore some cutting-edge trends such as remote work revolutionizing the way we work, ChatGPT, the AI language model revolutionizing human-computer interactions and the growing influence of social media on society. This episode really left us with the question - What Can't Tech Do at This Point?