Show intro: “Welcome forward Tech Bettsties, I’m your host, Cassie Betts, on KBLA Talk 1580, and you’re listening to “talktechto.me,” where technology is the new sexy, Black geeks are the new superheroes, and South Central LA is the new tech mecca. In this episode “What’s Poppin’ in Tech for 2025?” We're breaking down the hottest tech trends, job skills for the future, and everything you need to stay ahead in this digital world. 

Fires in California

• 0% contained

• 4 fires. Firefighters not prepared for 4

• Strongest winds I’ve ever felt in my life, up to 100mph. Highest ever was 199 mph in 2017

• Largest fires were the complex fires in 2020 burning 1 million acres

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In today’s episode, “How to Escape from the Office: Digital Nomad 101,” Talk Tech to Me welcomes fellow techie and digital nomad Keith Romes. He's here to break down how he transformed from a QA and Content Analyst to a global professional who defines success on his own terms.

We'll explore his radical shift to remote work, unpack the power of digital nomadism, and reveal how you can design a lifestyle that doesn't just pay the bills, but truly fulfills you. Get ready to challenge everything you know about work, travel, and personal freedom.

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It's a bit of an emotional day as we power down our mics for the last time. With me, as always, are the real heroes of this show: our amazing media coordinator Cameron, our lifesaving board op Khamal, and of course, our fearless executive producer Eman —honestly, this show wouldn't have lasted a week without these three. 

For our final episode, we're pulling back the curtain. We'll chat about how tech has changed since we started this crazy journey, share some studio stories we've never told on air, and yeah, we'll probably get a little emo at the end. Whether you've been with us since day one or you just happened to tune in today—thank you. Seriously. Thank you for letting us into your cars, homes, and headphones. Let's make this last hour a good one as we talk tech one last time.” But first, let’s get into "The Tea in Tech.”

On today's episode “From Code to Camera: Where Tech Meets Hollywood,” we're diving into the journey of a creative trailblazer who has mastered both code and camera - Vonyse Reeder. As the visionary behind Mortasay Vision, Vonyse has charted a remarkable path from graphic design to producing Emmy-nominated content with Hollywood's biggest names. Stay tuned to find out how you can break into entertainment, level up your tech skills, or blend these worlds like she has. But first, let’s get into "The Tea in Tech.”

On today's episode “Solo to CEO: Building Your Empire,” Christal Jackson, a powerhouse CMO and digital marketing expert, shares her journey building a successful agency and navigating the digital landscape. Get gems on social media, SEO, paid ads, and the importance of innovation and authentic representation in today’s digital world.

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On today's episode, 'The Future of 3D Animation: Powered by AI?', we're diving deep into how artificial intelligence is changing the landscape of interactive content. We're excited to have Viren Tellis, Co-founder & CEO of Uthana, as our special guest. We'll be covering everything from the latest trends in 3D animation to navigating the exciting world of startups, venture capital, and the importance of philanthropy. And, we'll reveal how Uthana can help you create stunning 3D animations in just hours, no cameras required! But before we get to that, let's get into 'The Tea in Tech.'"

On today's episode “CES 2025: Tomorrow’s Tech is Here,” Tech Journalist Ural Garrett and fellow KBLA radio personality stops by to spill the tea on the coolest gadgets and next-level innovations from CES 2025 (Consumer Electronics Show, biggest tech event in the world) that are about to shake up our world. We’ll be discussing the latest in AI and digital health to sustainability, mobility and more so keep it locked.

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On today's episode “How Midjourney Can Elevate Your Business,” I'm joined by Cameron Smith, who's going to show us how Midjourney is changing the game for business owners, marketers, and creatives - no design experience needed. We'll explore how anyone - yes, anyone - can create professional-grade designs without ever picking up a pencil or opening Photoshop.

Worried it might be too technical? Don't be. Cameron's breaking it all down in plain English.

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In this episode “State of Social Media: Bans, Backlash & Drama,” we’re diving into a whirlwind of big moves, bold shifts, and major controversies shaking up the platforms we use every day. From the Supreme Court’s lean toward upholding a TikTok ban and what it means for 170 million users, to Meta making headlines for killing DEI programs and cozying up to the right, we’re unpacking it all. 

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In this episode “Everything is Political Part II,” we’re uncovering how politics and tech will intersect in 2025 with the incoming administration. We’ll discuss the potential changes happening in social media to Cryptocurrency so stay tuned!

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