The Queens of Tech is a podcast series about voices of impact – 60+ questions in around 30-40 minutes with women, women of color, non-binary, and transgender trailblazers about their journey into STEM.
I, Jasmine Moradi, started the “Queens of Tech Podcast” initiative in May 2022 because I would like to retain more trailblazers in the tech industry and increase funding for women-led startups. There is abundant talent waiting to be tapped into, yet our work environments and systems must evolve to ensure inclusivity, safety, and equity for women, women of color, non-binary individuals, and transgender individuals.
We must create spaces where everyone can thrive authentically, access opportunities equitably, and be recognised and valued for their unique contributions.
My goal is to raise the voices of tech trailblazers around the world and together with companies, investors, and politicians raise the challenges and opportunities around Equity, Inclusive Diversity, and Belonging in our workplaces, investments and AI tools.
Each podcast episode revolves around over 60+ questions covering upbringing, education, career trajectory, DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging), and life advice. The goal is to delve deep into the life and career journey of my guests. By sharing their insights, experiences, and achievements, I aim to inspire girls, women, women of color, non-binary individuals, and transgender individuals to unlock their full potential in the tech industry and aspire to reach top leadership positions and as startup founders.
Representation in tech matters! Your voice matters!
Guest experiences
Our Vision
Empowering diversity in tech by eliminate imposter syndrome, fostering inclusive behavior, and enhancing equity opportunities and funding for women, women of color, non-binary, and transgender individuals.
Our Mission
To bridge the gap between education and employment by amplifying the voices of underrepresented groups in STEM fields. Through advocacy and visibility impact, we aim to inspire more individuals to pursue their potential in tech and ascend to leadership positions.
We are dedicated to cultivating sustainable, inclusive cultures within companies to retain diverse talent and to build inclusive products. Additionally, we strive to advocate for increased funding for women-led startups to foster economic empowerment and entrepreneurship.
Our Goal
SDG 5 “Gender Equality” aims to “achieve gender quality and empower all women and girls”. Queens of Tech’s goal is to reach 100 voices by 2024 to be able to write a book and a scientific research article.
Never claim absence where brilliance resides. If you can't find women,
women of color, non-binary, or transgender leaders in boardrooms,
look closer—because they're not absent; they're often overlooked. No more excuses
—break the cycle, halt discriminatory practices, and cultivate an unwavering
culture of inclusion. The change we seek begins with acknowledging and
empowering every voice.Jasmine Moradi
Lates Voices
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Why We Should Fear Humanity More Than Machines
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Transforming Workplaces with DEI: Insights from Lindsay Wrege’s Inspiring TEDx Talk
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Building Inclusive Classrooms for Every Student: Insights from Nadiyah Herron’s Powerful TEDx Talk
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Riley Coleman – Founder of AI Flywheel
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Unlocking DEI Success: Key Leadership Lessons from Brianna Johnson’s TEDx Talk
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Carin Taylor on Belonging—The Key Ingredient in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
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Maeva Cecchi – Lead UX and Diversity & Inclusion Ambassador at Amadeus
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The Importance of DEI Work in Schools and Communities | Nathaniel Rouse | TEDxBarringtonAreaLibrary
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How We Can Reshape Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Together | Kia Afcari | TEDxGeorgetown
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Kelly Evans – Co-founder of Screws + Stilettos | ex-Tripadvisor
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150+ Women in Tech & DEIBJ Podcasts
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100+ Investors Backing Women-Led & DEIBJ Startups
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100 Tech Trailblazers
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Jen Morse (Iudice) – Director, User Research at Sonos
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Courtney Hurley — Co-founder of Screws + Stilettos
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Sheryl Cababa – Chief Strategy Officer at Optimistic Design | Author of “Closing the Loop: Systems Thinking for Designers”
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Heather MacDonald – Founder of Contemplating Life’s Choices and Principal Consultant at Pluralsight
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Bobbie Racette – Founder & CEO of Virtual Gurus
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Nichole Austion –Vice President of Public Affairs at National Math and Science Initiative
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Stephanie Barber – Product Manager at Teaching.com
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Lois Melbourne – Founder/Chief Story Officer/Author at My Future Story | Chairwoman & Investor for Sensori Robotics
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Peighton Woodard – Founder & CEO at Luna Leaf™
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Elham Mirzaei – Project Manager at EasyMiles
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Ashleigh Respicio – Director of Partner Success Operations at Playwire
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Melissa Slawson – General Counsel and Vice President of Government Affairs and Education at GeoLinks
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Ellie King – Co-Founder of Equal IT
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Corin Lines-Stary – Founder & Partner at GenerAIve
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Ricquelle Jeffrey – Chief Strategy Officer at YON E Global
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Jeannette Gorzala – Legal Expert for the EU AI Act & AI Governance | VP at European AI Forum | Chief Policy Officer at AI Austria
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Sheila Buswell – CEO and Co-Founder of Buswell Biomedical
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Stacy Willis – Chief Operating Officer at Playwire
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Michelle Fraser – Lead Oil & Gas Commercial & Engineering Expert
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Clémentine Plati – Machine Learning Researcher at Twitter
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