Underrepresented Services!
In this episode, Allie and Michelle discuss the paid services they provide under the UIT umbrella, what those services include, and why they are important additions to the database.
Internet Art (feat. Rachel Winchester)
In this episode, Allie talks to Rachel “Win” Winchester about Internet Art. What is it, what does it say about us, and how can it be a launching pad for underrepresented artists? Links Mentioned: Shawne Michelaine Holloway – portraiture: http://shawnemichaelainholloway.com/alignment Twitter: @cleogirl2525 Adrian Piper – wikipedia page: http://adrianpiper.com/removed-and-reconstructed-en.wikipedia-biography.shtml… Residency Program blog post: https://getshifter.io/internet-art-digitalcube-residency-program/… Win’s website:…
An Underrepresented Person’s Guide to WordPress Resources
In this episode, Allie and Michelle share their favorite websites and resources that underrepresented people in tech may find helpful. And not to worry. These are also helpful for allies, too! Links mentioned include: https://github.com/aurooba/sponsor-wp-contributors https://us.wordcamp.org/2022/support-underrepresented-speakers-at-wordcamp-us/ https://blackpresswp.com/ https://heropressnetwork.com/ https://www.bigorangeheart.org/ https://twitter.com/wpwomenofcolor https://yoast.com/yoast-diversity-fund/ https://www.diversifytech.co/ https://poststatus.com/podcast/get-hired/
Hiring for Diversity
In this episode, Allie and Michelle look at recent NFL news regarding diversity hires. In response, we talk about how to properly set diversity goals when it comes to building a team or company.
Providing Effective Support
In this episode, Allie and Michelle discuss how providing support for someone going through grief is a lot like providing allyship for underrepresented people. There are tons of similar practices and methods and mindsets to help you be better at both.
Allies vs. White Saviors
In this episode, Allie and Michelle discuss thte difference between being an ally and being a white savior or relying on white guilt.
How to Advocate as an Introvert
In this episode, Allie and special guest Aurooba Ahmed discuss the challenges of being a diversity advocate – both as an underrepresented person and as an ally. Namely, how challenging it can be when you don’t know what to say, don’t want to be loud, or don’t want to draw attention to yourself. We name…
The Line Between Debate and Attack
In this epsiode, Allie and Michelle talk about how they see the boundary between attacking someone else for saying or doing something you don’t agree with… and starting a debate or conversation. The line can be thin and easily misinterpreted. But it’s worthwhile to consider, because these conversations define how welcoming/inclusive a community is.
Creating Newsletter Glue (feat. Lesley Sim)
In this episode, we try something a little bit different! In a new async interview format, Allie chats with Lesley Sim, creator of Newsletter Glue! Episode Transcript: Allie Nimmons 00:00:02 Welcome to the Underrepresented in Tech podcast, hosted by Michelle Frechette and Allie Nimmons. Underrepresented in Tech is a free database, but with…
Examining Hateful Comments in a WordPress Facebook Group
In this episode of Underrepresented in Tech, Allie and Michelle discuss a very unfortunate conversation that took place in a popular WordPress Facebook group recently. They react to what was said, how it was said, and how the members of the group reacted. In total, they examine what this interaction can teach us about fighting…
The WordPress Contributor Shortage
In this episode, Allie and Michelle discuss the fact that many WordPress Contribution Teams are short on volunteers! Why is this happening? What can we do about it? Episode Transcript: Allie Nimmons 00:02 Welcome to the Underrepresented in Tech podcast hosted by Michelle Frechette and Allie Nimmons. Underrepresented in Tech is a…
Company Culture
In this episode of Underrepresented in Tech, Allie and Michelle discuss what you should be looking for or creating as far as company culture! And not only that, Michelle has an amazing announcement! Episode Transcript: Allie Nimmons 00:02 Welcome to the Underrepresented in Tech podcast hosted by Michelle Frechette and…
Influencer Lists
In this episode, Allie and Michelle talk about the dreaded influencer list or listicle. We discuss why they are harmful and toxic, using a specific example from 2019 as reference. We also talk about how to properly handle the desire to create similiar marketing strategies in a positive and non-offensive way.
Mansplaining
Allie and Michelle have A LOT of feelings about mansplaining. In this episode, they share some cringey examples, as well as talk about the effects of mansplaining and how to avoid it and respond to it.