Tech Connect Podcast by SoCal Tech Forum

Riches in Niches: How Community Banks Will Shape the Future of Fintech with Carey Ransom

Carey shares what he’s learned from working with hundreds of founders and banks, and why adaptability, speed, and clarity remain the core traits of successful entrepreneurs. He also highlights how AI and DeFi will redefine what customers expect from fintech in the decade ahead.

Tech Forum Turns Two and The Evolution of AI and MCP

The SoCal Tech Forum turns two! Chris, Jason, and Jordan reflect on how far the community has come — and how AI has evolved since the forum’s first session. Then, they dive into Modern AI Architecture and MCP — the next wave of intelligent systems shaping our future.

Disruptive Technology in the Digital Marketing Landscape with Drew Mabry

This episode is hosted by Jason Martin with featured guest Drew Mabry of Fast + Light. Today's episode dives into the disruptive technology in the digital marketing landscape.
 
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The Fast Changing World of Cybersecurity with Dave, Victor & Tiernan

Today's episode dives into the fast changing world of cybersecurity. We talk about what's shifting, what's breaking, and what's next. We talk about ransomware and supply chain attacks to AI driven threats and zero trust strategies. We're unpacking how the threat landscape has evolved and how defenders are adapting.
In this episode, we're joined by Chris Daden, Dave Alton, Dr. Victor Monga, and Tiernan O'Malley to help us make sense of it all. Whether you're technical or just curious, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. 

Vibe Coding as a New Approach That Uses AI to Transform Ideas Into Prototypes with Marcelo Lewin

In this episode, Marcelo Lewin, Chris Daden, and Jason Martin dive into vibe coding, a new approach that uses AI to transform ideas into prototypes at speed. We'll explore how vibe coding is reshaping developers, product teams and marketing and what it means for the future of building and launching products.

The Current State of Game Development with Alexander Silkin

In this episode, Alexander Silkin, Co-Founder and CTO of Survios, shares his perspective on the current state of game development, drawing from his experience leading teams in immersive and interactive media. This episode will explore the practical realities of building games today—how trends, technology, and user expectations shape the process, and where those expectations meet (or miss) the realities of game development.

Vibe Coding & How AI is Revolutionizing the Developer Experience with Chris White

In this conversation, we dive into the transformative world of AI assisted development with our special guest, Chris White. Together, we explore the concept of vibe coding, how AI is revolutionizing the developer experience, the challenges and opportunities it brings, and how to navigate this paradigm shift effectively.
Join us as we unpack the emotional and technical nuances of integrating AI tools into development and how the future of coding is evolving right before our eyes. All right, good morning.

The World of Technology and Electric Utilities with Jai Jayaraman

In this episode, Chris Daden sits down with Jai Jayaraman to dive into the world of technology and electric utilities. Jai is a solutions delivery manager at a mid-sized engineering firm, with more than 20 years leading the charge in technologies and utilities.
We'll explore the entire utility value chain from generation to distribution and unpack the challenges and innovations that are shaping the future of this critical industry. We also discuss how emerging technologies like digital twins and AI are being used to improve grid resilience, customer experience and overall efficiency.

The Evolving Role of AI Across Design, Data Science, & Business Operations

In this episode, Chris Daden sits down with Dan, Walt, and Laura to discuss the evolving role of AI across design, data science, and business operations. We look at how AI is changing the way teams collaborate, what the biggest misconceptions are in the business world, and how we balance AI efficiency with human creativity. 

A Developer's Guide to Neurotechnology & Brain-Computer Interfaces with Shawn Hsu

In this episode, Jason Martin sits down with Shawn Hsu to discuss topics relating to neurotechnology, brain-computer interfaces (BCI) and how it ties into software and development.