What does it take to prepare kids for lifelong learning and exciting careers in technology? Dive into this inspiring episode of TechVibe Radio where hosts Audrey Russo and Jonathan Kersting sit down with Melissa Fuller and Jason Hivner of STEM Coding Lab—an organization transforming the future of education through STEM-focused learning.

There are so many great reasons to listen:

• Lifelong Learning: Discover how STEM Coding Lab encourages students to become creators and not just passive users of technology.
• Innovative Curriculum: Hear about their groundbreaking approach to designing engaging, impactful curriculum for young innovators.
• Transforming Perspectives: Learn practical tips on fostering creativity and purpose-driven digital engagement for kids today.

Don't miss this conversation packed with insights, passion, and ideas to shape a tech-ready generation. Tune in now!

The Pittsburgh Technology Council produces TechVibe to explore Pittsburgh's technology and innovation edcosystem.

How can technology revolutionize mental health care, making it more accessible and seamless for both clients and providers?

In this episode of TechVibe, we dive deep with Wendy McSparren and John Mihalik, the brilliant co-founders of Admirra, a SaaS platform tailored for mental health practices. Wendy and John share their inspiring journey of entrepreneurship, balancing personal and professional lives, and the challenges of building a company that's solving real-world problems.

Why listen?

• Learn how Admirra simplifies and automates workflows for mental health practices, from onboarding clients to managing operational tasks.
• Hear how the duo bootstrapped their business and achieved impressive growth while staying laser-focused on their mission.
• Discover what makes Admirra's approach so unique in creating solutions that are both powerful and easy to use.

Key Takeaways:

• Technology can amplify care by freeing therapists to focus on their clients, not admin tasks.
• Collaboration, whether in business or relationships, thrives on communication and trust. Solving big problems requires innovation, empathy, and a relentless focus on simplicity.
• Hear how Wendy and John are shaping the future of mental health care and redefining what's possible with smart, human-centered technology.

Don't miss this inspiring conversation!

How can technology redefine the way we experience major sporting events like the Super Bowl and the Olympics?

In this episode of TechVibe, host Jonathan Kersting sits down with Vito Forlenza, VP of Sports and Entertainment at Comcast, to explore how Comcast and Xfinity are leveraging cutting-edge tech to enhance fan engagement during some of the biggest sporting moments. Discover how Comcast's innovation allows fans to "vote with their remotes," creating personalized and interactive experiences, and hear about what goes on behind the scenes during these epic events.

Hit Play to get:

• Exclusive insights from Comcast's innovations: Learn how Comcast collaborates with NBC to create next-level Olympics coverage and how its platform adapts to fan preferences.
• Fan-centric tech: Hear how Comcast gathers user feedback to continuously elevate the viewer experience.
• What's next on the horizon: Get a sneak peek at upcoming plans for major events like the FIFA World Cup.

Don't miss your front-row seat to the future of sports entertainment and tech!

The Pittsburgh Technology Council produces TechVibe to explore Pittsburgh's technology and Innovation ecosystem.

What if your next career move, business connection, or breakthrough skill came from a gaming competition?

In this episode of TechVibe, the Pittsburgh Technology Council's Jonathan Kersting sits down with Jacob Shodiya, the force behind EXP Pittsburgh, to explore how this one-of-a-kind event blends esports, cybersecurity, career development, and community into a single high-energy weekend. Jacob explains how EXP and the Cyber Combine are designed to let participants "be their own resume" by showcasing real-world tech skills in front of employers.

Here are three great reasons to listen:

First, you'll discover how the Cyber Combine works, from invitationals to live competitions, and how it's helping talented participants land six-figure jobs simply by demonstrating what they can do, not just what's on paper.

Second, Jacob shares why Pittsburgh was chosen as the flagship city, highlighting its 25,000+ tech jobs, university research strength, and growing innovation ecosystem, and why EXP sees the region as a launchpad for national growth.

Third, you'll get an inside look at the massive opportunity network surrounding the event, including a career fair with more than 50 companies, scholarships for students, networking mixers, and even a Valentine's weekend couples tournament with travel prizes.

Whether you're a student, job seeker, gamer, entrepreneur, or simply curious about where tech and talent are headed in Pittsburgh, this episode reveals how EXP is turning competition into opportunity and redefining what a career event can be.

Get more details on EXP-Pittsburgh here.

The Pittsburgh Technology Council produces TechVibe to explore Pittsburgh's technology and innovation ecosystem.

What does Croatia's fast-growing tech startup scene have in common with Pittsburgh? More than you might think.

This Sunday on TechVibe Radio Audrey Russo explores how two regions shaped by industrial legacy, grit, and global ambition are building innovation ecosystems that punch above their weight. From talent density to resilience under constraint, Croatia offers a compelling mirror for Pittsburgh's own tech evolution.

If you care about startup growth, global perspective, and what comes after heavy industry, be sure to listen and geek out with us. And you can read Audrey's TEQ President's note that inspired the interview right here: https://www.pghtech.org/news-and-publications/Croatia

The Pittsburgh Technology Council produces TechVibe to explore Pittsburgh's technology and inovation ecosystem.

What if the best way to level up your code wasn't another tutorial, but a place where real developers walk you through real problems, step by step?

That's exactly what MESCIUS' Code Clinic is all about, and it's the focus of this conversation with Greg Lutz, a longtime product manager at the Pittsburgh-based software company that's spent decades helping developers build faster and smarter. Mescius creates the tools developers rely on every day, but the Code Clinic is where those tools come alive through hands-on learning, live demos, and practical guidance you can actually use.

In this episode, Greg breaks down how the Code Clinic works, why it was created, and how it's become a go-to resource for developers who want to sharpen their skills without wading through jargon or starting from scratch.

Why listen? What you'll learn:

• What the MESCIUS Code Clinic is and why it's designed for developers at every skill level

• How live, long-form sessions help you understand not just the "how," but the "why" behind modern development

• The kinds of real-world problems the Code Clinic tackles, from dashboards and reporting to web and .NET workflows

• How trends like Blazor and AI are shaping future Code Clinic sessions

• Why an approachable, community-driven learning model beats one-size-fits-all tutorials

If you're a developer, entrepreneur, or technical leader looking for practical guidance you can apply immediately, this episode is a great introduction to the Code Clinic and the philosophy behind it. Think less lecture, more hands-on help, built by people who understand the pressure to ship code that actually works.

The Pittsburgh Technology Council produces TechVibe to explore the Pittsburgh region's technology and innovation ecosystem.

What if technology could give doctors superpowers and personalized care became the standard for everybody?

On this episode, we are joined by two leaders at Highmark who are just on the. Forefront of healthcare innovation. We're talking to Maria Baker, Vice President of Health Strategy and Delivery, and Mari Vandenburgh, vice President of Health Programs and Solutions.

Together, they are transforming how healthcare reaches and supports nearly 7 million members. There are so many great reasons to keep on listening. First, discover how holistic care works in action as Maria and Mari explain how their teams collaborate to meet both targeted clinical needs and wide reaching population health goals, creating a seamless journey for patients.

Plus you can learn how technology is empowering doctors and patients alike from real-time program referrals to data-driven insights that enhance decision making at the point of care. And also get insider tips to maximize your Highmark experience with advice for members, employers, and employees on accessing the benefits and solutions available through Highmark's innovative living health strategy.

Don't miss this fascinating conversation on the future of personalized healthcare and how technology is shaping healthier communities today.

The Pittsburgh Technology Council produces TechVibe to explore Pittsburgh's technology and innovation ecosystem.

TechVibe Radio goes global at CES 2026 and Pittsburgh tech is right at the center of the action. Grabbing interviews straight from the world's largest technology show, this episode features on-the-ground interviews with Bucket Robotics, Carnegie Robotics, Powercast, and more, proving that innovation made in Pittsburgh travels very, very far.

From AI-powered quality inspection transforming modern manufacturing, to robotics enabling autonomous systems in environments as unexpected as luxury yachts, to wireless power technologies that feel like science fiction made real, these conversations capture how Pittsburgh companies are solving real-world problems on a global stage. CES isn't just about flashy gadgets. It's about who's building the technology that quietly powers the future, and Pittsburgh shows up strong.

Why listen?

• Hear directly from the builders. Founders and leaders explain their technology in plain language, straight from the CES show floor.

• See Pittsburgh's fingerprints everywhere. These companies aren't just exhibiting. Their tech is embedded in global products, platforms, and industries.

• Get a front-row seat to what's next. Robotics, AI, autonomy, and wireless power are no longer "coming soon." They're here, and Pittsburgh companies are driving adoption.

This episode is a reminder that while CES may be hosted in Las Vegas, some of the smartest tech in the room is proudly born in Pittsburgh.

Coming off CES, it feels like the future hit fast-forward. The noise, the scale, the ambition. It's a lot to process, especially when robotics and autonomy are no longer side attractions but center stage. To help make sense of it all, We are joined by Kevin Dowling of Innovation Works and the Robotics Factory, one of the architects of Pittsburgh's robotics ecosystem and someone who's seen this industry evolve from research labs to global markets.

Kevin shares what stood out most at CES, from the rise of humanoids and autonomous systems to the critical components quietly powering the next generation of machines. We talk about why CES has become less about gadgets and more about serious business, investment, and global collaboration, and how Pittsburgh's fingerprints are showing up everywhere, even when people don't realize it.

We also zoom back home to look at what's ahead for the Robotics Factory and Innovation Works in the coming year. New accelerator cohorts, expanded investment activity, major announcements on the horizon, and a growing pipeline of startups turning ideas into real, scalable companies. If you're curious about where robotics is headed, how Pittsburgh fits into that global story, and what opportunities are emerging right now, this conversation is a great place to start.

The Pittsburgh Technology Council produces TechVibe to Explore Pittsburgh's technology and innovation ecosystem.

What happens when AI's explosive growth collides with aging grids, rising energy demand, and the urgent push for sustainability?

Live from CES 2026, TechVibe Radio brings you inside a standout Pittsburgh Technology Council panel exploring Sustainable and Reliable Data Centers, featuring voices from PwC, Exus Renewables, Westinghouse, Synopsys, and Amazon AWS. This conversation goes far beyond buzzwords, unpacking how power generation, grid modernization, nuclear innovation, renewables, and AI-driven design must align to support the next generation of digital infrastructure.

You'll hear how Pittsburgh's deep roots in energy, engineering, and industrial reinvention are shaping global solutions, why data centers are becoming unlikely catalysts for community revitalization, and what it will take to deliver always-on, carbon-conscious power in an AI-first world. From small modular reactors and long-duration energy storage to digital twins and regulatory reform, this episode connects the dots between technology, policy, and people.

If you care about where AI lives, how it's powered, and why Pittsburgh is helping lead the way, this CES conversation is required listening.