CodeSwitch Podcast

This time, we sat down with cybersecurity content creator Nate Butler to talk about his journey into tech, his experiences navigating the industry, and one of the biggest conversations happening right now: AI. From cybersecurity and tech careers to artificial intelligence and the future of the industry, this episode covers a little bit of everything — with real stories, real perspective, and real...

Season 2 is officially here — and we’re setting the tone for what’s ahead. In this episode, we break down what we’re most excited to dive into this season, with a major focus on AI, the evolving tech industry, and what it all means for software engineers, developers, and professionals trying to stay relevant. From artificial intelligence and automation to career growth, mindset shifts, and real-wo...

We’re closing out the season with a powerful and reflective finale episode featuring DJ Hale and Darshell Sanderfer. In this conversation, we zoom out and talk about tech and community — how the two intersect, where they’re aligned, and where there’s still work to be done. From the role AI plays in shaping the tech landscape to the importance of building spaces that uplift and connect people, this...

Who’s Really at Risk

In this episode, we sit down with Mr. Q — an author, educator, and philanthropist whose passion for literacy and community empowerment is reshaping how people think about education and access. From authorship to advocacy, Mr. Q shares his journey, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and how he’s using his platform to create lasting impact. We dive into what literacy really means beyond reading...

We’re back with Part 3 of our listener Q&A series! In this episode, we dive deep into career growth, sharing both personal stories and practical advice from our own journeys in the tech industry. From navigating challenges in engineering roles to finding the right opportunities for advancement, we answer your most pressing questions with honesty, humor, and real-world insights. Whether you’re...

Agile has become the go-to "framework" for software development, project management, and even other various industries — but is it always the best way to work? In this episode, we take a step back and unpack Agile methodologies, exploring both the pros and the cons. We dive into the real impact Agile has on teams and leaders in the tech industry. We don’t just cover the textbook definition — we de...

We’re back with Part 2 of our listener Q&A series! In this episode, we dive deep into career growth, sharing both personal stories and practical advice from our own journeys in the tech industry. From navigating challenges in engineering roles to finding the right opportunities for advancement, we answer your most pressing questions with honesty, humor, and real-world insights. Whether you’re...

What does the perfect tech organization look like? In this episode, we walk through an exercise of building our ideal tech org from the ground up—using our real-world experiences as engineers and leaders. We discuss what roles matter most, how to structure teams for productivity and innovation, and the leadership strategies that help organizations scale without burning out their people. Whether yo...

In this first part of our three-episode Q&A series, we tackle real questions from non-technical and current tech professionals — from navigating your first job to understanding the realities of the industry. (Part 1 of 3)

We’re back with a raw conversation about the moments that didn’t go as planned — and why that’s exactly where the growth lives. In this episode, Trevor and Hollywood open up about projects that flopped, visions that shifted, and the quiet lessons that come with “failure.” From code that never shipped to big ideas that lost steam, we explore how those losses made us better leaders, creators, and te...

In the premiere episode of CodeSwitchPodcast, we dive into what it really means to navigate corporate and tech spaces as Black professionals. From unspoken cultural expectations to the constant pressure of unrealistic engineering timelines, we reflect on the moments that inspired this podcast — and the very real need for it. We talk about: Why we started CodeSwitchPodcast The reality of code-switc...