Disruption Now

By: Rob Richardson
  • Summary

  • Join us on the Disruption Now podcast as we challenge the status quo and advocate for digital equity, ownership, and responsible technology.
    Rob Richardson
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Episodes
  • Disruption Now Episode 174: What is ChatBlackGPT
    Jan 31 2025

    LEARN about Erin Reddick's inspiring AI journey. She is the creator of ChatBlackGPT Beta, a platform advancing equity in AI. Erin shares how her unique upbringing as a Black woman adopted by a white father shaped her views on race, identity, and belonging. She discusses her transition from being laid off at Meta to becoming a trailblazer in ethical AI. The conversation dives deep into the challenges of promoting inclusivity in technology, the development of ChatBlackGPTBeta, and actionable advice for overcoming biases in AI and the workplace.


    Top Three Things You Will Learn:

    1. How Identity Shapes Innovation:
    Erin's personal experiences, from her upbringing to her career in tech, reveal how deeply identity and perspective influence the drive to create equitable solutions in AI.

    2. Practical Steps for Ethical AI:
    This article provides insights into the challenges of addressing biases in AI systems and how tools like ChatBlackGPTBeta aim to promote anti-racism and inclusivity in technology.

    3. Overcoming Bias in Professional Spaces:
    Strategies Erin used to navigate a male-dominated industry, ignore biased feedback, and foster positive, inclusive communication in the workplace.

    ChatBlackGPT Official Page: https://chatblackgpt.com/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chatblackgpt/
    Erin Reddick LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinreddick/

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    38 mins
  • Disruption Now Episode 172 | THE FIRST BLACK-OWNED STOCK EXCHANGE IN U.S. HISTORY
    Jul 26 2024

    Disruption Now: Building a Fair Share for Culture and Media. Join us and disrupt!

    Today, we welcome the two most respected and innovative leaders to the Disruption Now Podcast. Joe and Dwain, despite their demanding schedules, have graciously made time to be DISRUPTIVE with us in this digital age.

    Joe and Dwain's impressive careers have led them to co-found Dream Exchange, a groundbreaking platform with a purpose and impact that cannot be overstated. Dream Exchange is the first minority-governed and Black-owned company to operate an exchange in U.S. history. It challenges traditional norms and opens doors for underrepresented groups to access capital markets, paving the way for a more inclusive financial landscape. Joe, notably, is the author of the Main Street Growth Act, a bill that has garnered bipartisan support in Congress.

    Dream Exchange's mission is to revolutionize access to capital for businesses led by underrepresented entrepreneurs. Their vision is rooted in dismantling barriers and fostering an environment where every entrepreneur, regardless of background, can thrive.

    We are honored to have Joe and Dwain share their journey and insights. Their leadership and commitment to inclusivity are genuinely inspirational.

    Link to Joe and Dwain’s bio: https://www.dreamex.com/our-team/

    Apply to get on the Podcast: https://form.typeform.com/to/Ir6Agmzr

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    41 mins
  • Disruption Now Episode 171: Financial Freedom via Tech with Cyrus Harbin
    Jul 12 2024

    Cyrus Harbin is the founder and host of the popular podcast "Tech is the New Black." He is a prominent figure in the tech community, known for empowering, educating, and entertaining his audience on leveraging the tech industry to enhance their lives. Through his podcast, Cyrus interviews industry leaders, tech influencers, and successful entrepreneurs, offering insights and practical advice on how to break into and thrive in the tech industry.

    Cyrus is also actively involved in community-building efforts, including the TechPreneur Community, which provides internal job referrals, career coaching, courses, and networking opportunities. His podcast, lauded for its engaging and informative content, is a top-rated tech business and career podcast, mainly celebrated for its focus on diversity and representation in the tech world.

    In addition to his podcasting efforts, Cyrus collaborates with various tech boot camps to provide discounted courses and resources aimed at helping people, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds, launch successful tech careers. His personal journey and professional endeavors have inspired many to pursue and achieve financial independence through tech.

    Cyrus Harbin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyrus-harbin-6a0892163/

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    34 mins

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