2 L.I.T. Chicks (Leaders In Tech)

”2 L.I.T. Chicks” is a podcast series that showcases Leaders In Tech (L.I.T). Each episode features inspiring stories of pioneering women or allies who are breaking boundaries and shaping the future of technology. Tune in to hear honest conversations, insightful interviews, and empowering narratives that motivate, educate, and inspire the next generation of leaders in tech.

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New Season! Watch Episodes 1 through 7!

Episode 1

Tech veterans explore how upskilling programs are revolutionizing tech careers and industry talent.

Episode 2

Explore the impact of AI on work and discover how organizations like Wells Fargo and Mechanized AI are bringing artificial intelligence to life today.

Episode 3 Part 1

Explore whether tech internships are still worth it in 2024!

Episode 3 Part 2

Explore whether tech internships are still worth it in 2024!

Episode 4

How to Secure a Career in Cyber Security

Episode 5

How Your Attitude Impacts Your Altitude in Tech

Episode 6

STEAM in Motion: How to Marry Art and Tech

Episode 7

Nonprofits Empowering Women in Tech

Listen to Episodes Below

Episodes

Friday May 03, 2024

Preseason | 2 L.I.T. Chicks | Graduating Into Tech

Friday May 03, 2024

Happy Graduation season! In honor of all our grads, Dr. Alicia Makaye and Fern Johnson are dedicating this episode to those looking get their foot in the door of the tech world. From corporate tech to entrepreneurship, they discuss how to not only establish yourself from the start, but also how to move upwards and onwards throughout your career.

Tuesday Apr 30, 2024

Preseason | 2 L.I.T. Chicks | Women Overcoming Challenges

Tuesday Apr 30, 2024

Fern Johnson and Dr. Alicia Makaye discuss the many challenges they face as Black women in the tech industry and what steps they've taken to navigate and overcome them.

Friday Mar 22, 2024

Preseason | 2 L.I.T. Chicks | Women's History Month

Friday Mar 22, 2024

In honor of Women's History Month, Fern Johnson and Dr. Alicia Makaye highlight some lesser known pioneers who've paved the way for women of the present and future.

Monday Mar 18, 2024

Preseason | 2 L.I.T. Chicks | Giving back, paying it forward!

Monday Mar 18, 2024

Dr. Alicia Makaye and Fern Johnson give an introduction and detail the purpose of the podcast (0:00). Dr. Makaye and Fern each provide their background and experience in the tech industry (1:09). Dr. Makaye and Fern discuss their journey into entrepreneurship, starting a business and learning on the Job (08:23). We end on partnerships and commitment to giving back (21:23).