Brooke Sweedar

The Tech Baddie

Technology EN ↓ 7 episodes

Welcome to The Tech Baddie podcast! Join me every week as I, Brooke Sweedar, connect the dots between the latest trends happening in Tech and the incredible humans who are paving the way. My goal is to have conversations that matter and cover the realities people from all over the world are facing in this industry.

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Brooke Sweedar

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Tech Offers, Layoffs & the Job Market Nobody Prepared Us For - ft. Brian Pulliam 21.05.2025 47:48

This week on The Tech Baddie, I’m joined by Brian Pulliam, former game developer turned career coach and founder of Refactor Coaching. We get into the nitty gritty of what it really takes to land (and keep) a job in tech right now. From chaotic interview processes to the power of networking and why “being a vibe” sometimes matters more than technical chops, this convo is equal parts spicy and supp...

Grind with Purpose: Smart Strategies for Tech Newbies 28.03.2025 44:01

In this episode of The Tech Baddie , I chat with software coach Eric Mariasis about what it actually takes to land a tech job. We get real about the bootcamp experience, why networking is non-negotiable, and how to stop aimlessly struggling through your code. Eric drops straight-up wisdom on interview prep, personal branding, mentorship, and using AI without losing your edge. If you're grinding to...

Tech-Driven Relief: Changing the Way We Respond to Disasters 14.03.2025 38:41

In this episode, I chat with Rob Gaudet to explore how technology revolutionizes disaster response. We dive into the innovative efforts of Ground Force Humanitarian Aid, the power of social media in mobilizing aid, and the critical role of community engagement in effective relief efforts. Rob shares real-world insights from the field, emphasizing the human touch in disaster recovery, the importanc...

Resilience & Reinvention: How to Thrive in Tech Against the Odds 07.03.2025 45:08

New Episode Alert! This week on The Tech Baddie Podcast, I sit down with William Ray, aka the Tech Dad, to unpack the REAL journey of breaking into tech. We talk about: - The highs & lows of bootcamps - Surviving the job search grind (2000+ apps, anyone?!) - Using content creation to get noticed - The reality of freelancing & upskilling - Mental health & discipline in the tech journey...

Coding, Mentorship & Rejection: What It REALLY Takes to Make It in Tech - with Georgios Christou 07.02.2025 49:11

In this episode of The Tech Baddie Podcast, I chat with Georgios about the real challenges of breaking into tech. From imposter syndrome to navigating rejections, they unpack the highs and lows of learning to code and finding your place in the industry. They discuss the power of mentorship, why building relationships is more important than just networking, and how AI is changing the game for new d...

Navigating Mental Health in Tech with Matt Burch 31.01.2025 58:53

Episode 1 of The Tech Baddie podcast! In this episode of the Tech Baddie podcast, join me, Brooke Sweedar, and my guest Matt Burch as we delve into the pressing issues of burnout, imposter syndrome, allyship, and mental health within the tech industry. Watch this episode on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTechBaddie Connect with me on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brooke-swe...

The Tech Baddie Jingle! 27.01.2025 0:29

This awesome jingle was created by Myles Crickett - John Crickett's son! You can follow him here: https://www.youtube.com/@mylesmusic6636