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Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator
The Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator at Florida International University presents "Tech Conversations", talks with experts innovating at the intersection of technology, creativity, and entrepreneurship. Hosted by Director, Dr. Jacek J. Kolasiński, producer & co-host Maggie Salas-Amaro, and guest co-host Neil Ramsay.
Episodes
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#30 Years of Music, Innovation & Creativity at FIU with Orlando Jacinto Garcia
We welcome FIU Distinguished University Professor Orlando Jacinto Garcia to celebrate the 30-year evolution of the Wertheim School of Music and Performing…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design IncubatorFrom Fellow to Faculty: Chris Friday’s Creative Journey
From fellow at RA+DI to faculty at FIU! In this episode, we explore the journey of Chris Friday from fellow to faculty at FIU, her innovative projects, and…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#The Entrepreneurial Journey with Anai Fonte
In this episode, Anai Fonte shares her entrepreneurial journey from starting a dog grooming to opening an art gallery, highlighting the importance of…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#Beyond Media, The next chapter with Cynthia Hudson
In this episode, Cynthia Hudson shares her inspiring journey through journalism, media innovation, and storytelling, reflecting on how technology…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#Hometown Roots, New Opportunities with Robert Duncan
Meet Robert “BJ” Duncan, FIU Alumni and an eight-year councilman for the Town of Cutler Bay and a longtime member of the local community. In this conversation…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#HeartTalk with Migdalia Rodriguez
In this episode, Migdalia "Micki" Rodriguez shares her inspiring journey from heart failure diagnosis to heart transplant, highlighting the role of technology…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#Noticias y Mas con Jenny Padura
Jenny Padura shares her journey from the early days as a student and intern at FIU to becoming a prominent journalist at Univision 23 in Miami. She describes…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#TasteMakers with Kassidy Angelo
Kassidy Angelo is the Managing Director of GIOIA Hospitality Group, bringing a unique blend of financial expertise and entrepreneurial leadership to the…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#Beyond the Canvas with Karim Aboud
Meet Karim Aboud, Miami based artist, author and luxury- beauty educator. Her passion for painting comes from her parents and began at an early age. She…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator# Exploring the Art of Documentary Filmmaking: Insights from Dudley Alexis
# Exploring the Art of Documentary Filmmaking: Insights from Dudley Alexis Discover the journey and insights of filmmaker Dudley Alexis as he discusses…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#Innovation and Success at FIU with President Jeanette Nuñez
# How to Foster Innovation and Success at Florida International University: Insights from President Jeanette Nuñez Florida International University (FIU) has…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#AllthingsMiami and more with Carlos Frias
#AllThingsMiami and more with longtime Miami journalist and former Sundial host Carlos Frías. Hosted by Maggie Salas-Amaro. From the simple joy of a mango tree…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#NoticiasAlDia con Carolina Rosario
#NoticiasAlDia con la reconocida periodista y autora Carolina Rosario. En esta conversación hablamos de los comienzos de Carolina y como reportera y…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#FilmgateMiami The Future of Emerging Filmmaking with Diliana Alexander
The #Filmgate podcast episode with Diliana Alexander explores how technology—especially artificial intelligence—is reshaping filmmaking and storytelling…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#Inside the Story with Stephanie Bertini
In this episode of Inside the Story, award-winning journalist and educator Stephanie Bertini joins the conversation to explore how artificial intelligence is…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design IncubatorOn Stage and Beyond: Ana Cristina Cash
We welcome FIU Alum, Ana Cristina Cash sharing her journey as a creative artist and entrepreneur, from early musical influences and writing her own songs to…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#Alicia a novel by Eddy Arias
In this episode, we feature Eddy Arias — author, former media executive, entrepreneur, and adjunct professor. Together, we explore the world of his latest…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#TechFashion
In this episode, we dive into an inspiring conversation about his fascinating journey — from starting out as a nuclear physicist to discovering architecture…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#CivicTech with Teri Arvesu Gonzalez
Our guest in this conversation is Teri Arvesu Gonzalez, Founder of The Tag Collab, a dynamic platform that brings together diverse ventures and ideas. In this…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#AI Conversations Beyond Time
Welcome to Tech Conversations, where we explore the evolving intersections of creativity, technology, and the human experience. In this episode Dr. Jacek J…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#Las Noticias con Galo Arellano
In this episode of Tech Conversations, Galo Arellano shares his journey from a young journalist to a prominent figure in traditional and digital media. He…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#NASA Universo Curioso con Noelia Gonzalez
What is Universo Curioso? In this conversation, Noelia Gonzalez shares her journey from journalism to working with NASA, highlighting her role in the Universo…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#Rising Entrepreneurs with Brianna Page
In this episode of Tech Conversations, Our fellow Daniela sits down with RA+DI Alumni Brianna Page, a rising entrepreneur and director of the Bandhwari Women's…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#STICK with Peter Dager
Actor Peter Dager joins us to share his journey into the world of acting, from the audition process for his role in STICK to the unexpected lessons he’s gained…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#ArtSpeak with Ray Elman
Meet Ray Elman, he founded Inspicio now Art Speak in 2015 . This talk dives into his creative journey, how ArtSpeak came to life, and the role of storytelling…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#Art by Ricky G
Meet local artist Ricky G . Ricky G is a dynamic artist blending pop art with street art, creating bold, expressive works that resonate with energy, culture…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#Soy Periodista con Jerónimo Mura
Alumni spotlight with Jerónimo Mura Emmy Award-winning journalist Jerónimo Mura takes us on a journey from reporting on the frontlines of war to covering local…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#Bringing the outside in- with Dahlia Dreszer
Bringing the outside in- AI in visual arts Hosted by Jacek Kolasinski Our conversation explores how technology, memoryand materiality intersect with…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#Pininfarina with Paolo Trevisan
What is Pininfarina? In this episode, we feature Paolo Trevisan, VP of Design at powerhouse Pininfarina, as we take a journey to his beginnings and to explore…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#SMART City with Raimundo Rodulfo
We’re celebrating 100 years of the City of Coral Gables—and the future is looking brighter than ever. But what exactly are SMART city initiatives? Joining us…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#After Mass Media
We welcome back Author and Professor Dr. Amanda Lotz. Why a Third Book—After Mass Media? In today’s streaming-driven world, audiences are engaging with content…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#Beneath the Surface with Mike Heithaus
Beneath the surface.... sharks and more... Host Maggie Salas-Amaro sits down with Dr. Michael Heithaus, Vice Provost of Environmental Resilience and the BBC…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#GoombayKids
Stephanie K. Nihon is an award winning producer and casting director at LFD Productions. Nihon is known for being the creator, co-writer and producer of the…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#TheCircularEconomy
The RA+DI presents OFF THE WALL, a limited series hosting talks on the circular economy, music creation, authors and more... In this talk Neil Ramsay, known as…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#CarolineHill with Evan Carraway
Meet Evan Carraway, entrepreneur, owner of Caroline Hill , MOM, daughter and friend. She has been running a successful business for years along with her mom…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#InConversation with Christopher Mitchell
Christopher Mitchell was born in Queens, New York, and studied at both Florida International University and Pratt Institute. He has been visiting Haiti since…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#InConversation with Ana Siegel
Meet Ana Siegel, former General Counsel and business strategist with over 25 years of experience managing global legal and business functions for Fortune 50…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#FutureisFemale Podcasters Daniela Zulueta & Ana Sofia Guardia
Meet our future podcasters, Daniela and Ana Sofia! As RA+DI fellows, they have launched their own podcasts and are now focused on growing and expanding their…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#Soundologia with Pedja Kovačević
This episode of Tech Conversations at the Radcliffe Art and Design Incubator at FIU in Miami features Pedja Kovačević, musicologist, audio engineer, podcast…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design IncubatorPanther Alumni week with Leon Gomez
Its Panther Alumni week! Join us as we catch up with Leon Gomez, FIU Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator alum, who is launching an alternative social network…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design IncubatorIn Conversation with Orlando Garcia
In this intimate talk hosted by Ceci Velasco, Executive Director, Ocean Drive Association our audience learns more about the life and work of composer…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design IncubatorThe Apartment with Ana Menendez
This exclusive sit down features the author talking all things her novel ' The Apartment'. The inspiration, the characters and the apartment that carries its…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design IncubatorIn conversation with Steve Gallon III
In conversation with special guest Steve Gallon III, District 1 board member being interviewed by RA+DI research Associate and former M-DCPS Superintendent…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design IncubatorIn conversation with Leo Jaques
Welcome to FIU’s RA+DI Tech Conversations! This talk is hosted by Ratcliffe fellow, Daniela Zulueta hosted this podcast with guest Leonardo Jaques, from a duet…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design IncubatorLa periodista que no oye pero escucha con Adriana Mocciola
La periodista que no oye pero escucha con Adriana Mocciola En esta conversacion tenemos a la periodista y autora Adriana Mocciola, nacida en Argentina que…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#The Age of Social Media
Meet Karen Comas, a tech executive who was there from the early days of Facebook, now Meta. Karen shares her unique journey, starting when social media…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design IncubatorThe New Frontier: Wildlife conservation and Advocacy
The podcast continues to highlight Hispanic Heritage Month with Maria Luisa Rossel, Press Secretary for Spanish language media at NWF. This episode was hosted…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design IncubatorVirtual Currents: Art and Digital Spaces with Rodolfo Peraza
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month we feature a returning guest artist, Rodolfo Peraza. Rodolfo Peraza is an internet-focused artist, using XR interfaces…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#LingoPlaza
What a great way to kick off Hispanic Heritage month featuring Lily Hagen, CEO and Founder of Lingo Plaza and the creator of Plaza Aventuras a new bilingual…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#EKTheBoutique
Welcome to Elise and Katie the creative entrepreneurs behind EK the Boutique in Texas. Do you know what it takes to launch a boutique business? They started…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design IncubatorThe Fashion Entrepreneur
In this talk hosted by Neil Ramsay we welcome, Keanan Duffty. Keanan Duffty is an award-winning British fashion designer, musician, and educator. He is a…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design IncubatorBetween Two Worlds: Photographic Journey
In this episode, Our host Jacek Kolasinski is talking with Amanda Bradley about her latest project at the Patricia and Philip Frost Art Museum. Bradley…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#PonceLab In Conversation with Carlos Ponce, MD, PhD
In this talk we feature Carlos Ponce, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor of Neurobiology at Harvard Medical School hosted by Dr. Jacek Kolasinski. What is the Ponce…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design IncubatorIn conversation with Nicolas André and Nyya Toussaint
Celebrating Haitian Heritage month we have guest host Noelle F. Laforest in conversation with Nicolas Andre and Nyya Toussaint. In this talk we feature Nicolas…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#Factchequeado con Tamoa Calzadilla
En esta conversación parte de nuestra serie 'En Español' hablamos sobre los desafíos de la mis información en las comunidades Hispanas. Tamoa Calzadilla nos…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#OceanStoryteller with Dr. Shireen Rahimi
This episode is hosted by Dimitry Said Chamy, Founding Faculty at the FIU Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator. RA+DI Entrepreneurial Resident Dr. Shireen Rahimi…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#Emerge10
Emerge Americas is celebrating 10 years! Melissa Medina, CEO, President and Co-Founder of Emerge Americas is back to talk about a decade of tech! The magic…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#EnPositivo con Lourdes Del Rio
En esta edicion especial conversamos con la periodista Lourdes del Rio. Siempre #EnPositivo se describe como Sobreviviente despues de sobrepasar una etapa…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#En Confianza con Myrka
Una Edicion Especial de Tech Conversations en Espanol con la periodista Myrka Dellanos. Presentado por Maggie Salas-Amaro, esta conversacion nos lleva a…
Tech Conversations at FIU’s Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator#BeaconCouncil with Rodrick T. Miller
This episode of 'Tech Conversations' is hosted by Neil Ramsay, co-founding faculty at the Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator. The podcast is proud to highlight…