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#CyberChats053. Hacking Opportunity with Tennisha Martin, Founder and Executive Director of BlackGirlsHackIn this episode of #CyberChats, we’re joined by Tennisha Martin, Founder and Executive Director of BlackGirlsHack, a nonprofit that's opening pathways into cybersecurity for Black women and girls across the country. With a background in electrical and computer engineering from Carnegie Mellon and over 15 years of experience in government consulting, Tennisha brings both technical expertise and a deep commitment to equity in tech.She shares what inspired her to create BlackGirlsHack, how the organization is helping to bridge access gaps, and why building diverse cyber talent pipelines is critical to the future of th...2025-05-0844 min
AI Thoughts PodcastAI Thoughts Online, S2: Ep 1Host Tennisha Martin joins Nicholas Berry Jr and his special co-host to discuss the past, present and future of AI.njberry@trinitytechaid.comhttps://nicholasberryjr.com/https://trinitytechaid.com/2025-04-211h 01
Bare Knuckles and Brass TacksWorld Domination, the Process, and Gaining Real World Cyber SkillsThe unstoppable Tennisha Martin joins the show this week! The Executive Director of BlackGirlsHack digs into what it really takes to build diverse cybersecurity talent pipelines in today's challenging environment.George K and George A talk to Tennisha about: How BGH is using AI and hands-on labs to teach real-world hacking skills Why traditional education often falls short on practical cybersecurity training The economic barriers keeping talented people out of tech careers Building sustainable nonprofit programs when traditional funding gets rockyPlus we dive into some raw talk about staying focused on the mission even w...2025-02-2443 min
DEM tech folks024: Can Black Girls Hack?The conversation with Tennisha Martin, founder of Black Girls Hack, a range of topics, including the challenges with finding your way, getting help in order to grow, and a discussion on diversity in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. The speakers share their thoughts on bias in AI and the importance of diversity in technology fields. The conversation covers a range of topics related to diversity in tech, the impact of AI on underrepresented communities, the importance of hands-on experience in cybersecurity education, and the journey of creating and running Black Girls Hack. The speakers also discuss the need for more Black r...2025-01-311h 04
Cyber Things PodcastBAHTWD with Erin ReddickJoin us for an exclusive interview with Erin Reddick, the visionary AI Developer and Founder of ChatBlackGPT. Erin has made waves in the tech industry with significant roles at Meta, Microsoft, and AWS. She is the creator of ChatBlackGPT, an innovative AI platform designed to provide perspectives from Black and African American communities, addressing racial biases in AI and fostering a more inclusive digital landscape.As a certified ChatGPT Expert and Prompt Engineer, Erin has dedicated her career to ensuring technology reflects the diversity of our world. During this special event, Erin will share...2024-10-0955 minCyber Things PodcastBAHTWD with Craig AllenJoin us for an insightful and inspiring interview with Craig Allen, a dynamic leader whose career journey spans from hospitality to tech and entrepreneurship. Originally from St. Louis, Craig moved to Washington, D.C. to attend Howard University, where he earned a B.A. in English. After achieving success as the General Manager at Brookland's Finest Bar & Kitchen, earning a spot on Zagat's prestigious 30 Under 30 list, Craig made a bold shift to entrepreneurship, running his own business. When COVID impacted his venture, he pivoted into tech, launching a successful career in cybersecurity and customer success at leading firms like...2024-10-0959 minCyber Things PodcastBAHTWD with Leonardo SerranoA day in the life of an information Security Architect! 2024-10-091h 00
AI Thoughts PodcastAI Thoughts Online, Ep 10AI-Powered Learning: Transforming Education & Training for the Future, Ep. 10Episode 10 features host Tennisha Martin who is joined by Austin Cusak, PhD and Athit Kao, PhD to talk about the future of Training using Artificial Intelligence.2024-10-0559 min
Cyber Things PodcastSquadCon Recap: Matt Mitchell Cybersecurity and the Black CommunityMissed SquadCon? Check out our Day 2 Speaker Matt MitchellSquadCon was a two-day conference powered by BlackGirlsHack. This conference was in Las Vegas during Hacker Summer Camp. SquadCon 2024 was held August 7-8th at the Industrial Event Space, with a kickoff event on August 6th. We had amazing keynotes, discussion panels, beginner-friendly hands-on workshops, and a fantastic lineup of research and fireside chats on some of the latest edge trends in cybersecurity. squadcon.me2024-10-0132 min
Cyber Things PodcastSquadCon Recap: Tanya Janca SheHacksPurpleMissed SquadCon? Check out our Day 2 Speaker Tanya JancaSquadCon was a two-day conference powered by BlackGirlsHack. This conference was in Las Vegas during Hacker Summer Camp. SquadCon 2024 was held August 7-8th at the Industrial Event Space, with a kickoff event on August 6th. We had amazing keynotes, discussion panels, beginner-friendly hands-on workshops, and a fantastic lineup of research and fireside chats on some of the latest edge trends in cybersecurity. squadcon.me2024-10-0129 min
Cyber Things PodcastSquadCon Recap: Ebony Pierce Dexter’s Cybersecurity Laboratory: Unleashing Cross-Functional GeniusMissed SquadCon? Check out our Day 2 Speaker Ebony PierceSquadCon was a two-day conference powered by BlackGirlsHack. This conference was in Las Vegas during Hacker Summer Camp. SquadCon 2024 was held August 7-8th at the Industrial Event Space, with a kickoff event on August 6th. We had amazing keynotes, discussion panels, beginner-friendly hands-on workshops, and a fantastic lineup of research and fireside chats on some of the latest edge trends in cybersecurity. squadcon.me2024-10-0120 min
Cyber Things PodcastSquadCon Recap: Chloe Messdaghi - I’ve got 99 problems but a prompt injection ain’t oneMissed SquadCon? Check out our Day 2 Speaker Chloe Messdaghi and Kasimir SchulzSquadCon was a two-day conference powered by BlackGirlsHack. This conference was in Las Vegas during Hacker Summer Camp. SquadCon 2024 was held August 7-8th at the Industrial Event Space, with a kickoff event on August 6th. We had amazing keynotes, discussion panels, beginner-friendly hands-on workshops, and a fantastic lineup of research and fireside chats on some of the latest edge trends in cybersecurity. squadcon.me2024-10-0131 min
Cyber Things PodcastSquadCon Recap: George Kamide - Bare Knuckles and Brass TacksBare Knuckles and Brass Tacks with George Kamide and George Al-KouraMissed SquadCon? Check out our Day 2 speakers George Kamide and George Al-KouraSquadCon was a two-day conference powered by BlackGirlsHack. This conference was in Las Vegas during Hacker Summer Camp. SquadCon 2024 was held August 7-8th at the Industrial Event Space, with a kickoff event on August 6th. We had amazing keynotes, discussion panels, beginner-friendly hands-on workshops, and a fantastic lineup of research and fireside chats on some of the latest edge trends in cybersecurity. squadcon.me2024-10-0133 min
Cyber Things PodcastSquadCon Recap: Marcus J. Carey - To A.I. or Not to A.I., That is the QuestionMissed SquadCon? Check out our Day 2 Speaker Marcus J. CareySquadCon was a two-day conference powered by BlackGirlsHack. This conference was in Las Vegas during Hacker Summer Camp. SquadCon 2024 was held August 7-8th at the Industrial Event Space, with a kickoff event on August 6th. We had amazing keynotes, discussion panels, beginner-friendly hands-on workshops, and a fantastic lineup of research and fireside chats on some of the latest edge trends in cybersecurity. squadcon.me2024-10-0138 min
Cyber Things PodcastSquadCon Recap: Keynote Day 2 - Rachel Tobac and Marc EvansMissed SquadCon? Check out our Day 2 Keynote from Rachel Tobac and Marc EvansSquadCon was a two-day conference powered by BlackGirlsHack. This conference was in Las Vegas during Hacker Summer Camp. SquadCon 2024 was held August 7-8th at the Industrial Event Space, with a kickoff event on August 6th. We had amazing keynotes, discussion panels, beginner-friendly hands-on workshops, and a fantastic lineup of research and fireside chats on some of the latest edge trends in cybersecurity. squadcon.me2024-10-0151 min
Cyber Things PodcastSquadCon Recap: Keynote Day 2 Closing - Dr. Diana AllenMissed SquadCon? Check out our Day 2 Closing Keynote from Dr. Diana AllenSquadCon was a two-day conference powered by BlackGirlsHack. This conference was in Las Vegas during Hacker Summer Camp. SquadCon 2024 was held August 7-8th at the Industrial Event Space, with a kickoff event on August 6th. We had amazing keynotes, discussion panels, beginner-friendly hands-on workshops, and a fantastic lineup of research and fireside chats on some of the latest edge trends in cybersecurity. squadcon.me2024-10-0133 min
AI Thoughts PodcastAI Thoughts Online, Ep 9Episode 9 features host Tennisha Martin who is joined by Stats on Stats' very own Jordyn Short in a discussion about the ways that Jordyn is using AI to create videos, movies and creative content. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stats-on-stats-podcast/id17200712502024-09-2844 min
Stats On Stats PodcastBreaking Barriers in Cybersecurity: A Conversation with Tennisha Martin | Episode 18In this episode, we dive into the dynamic world of cybersecurity with Tennisha Martin, the executive director and founder of Black Girls Hack. Tennisha shares her inspiring journey from software testing to ethical hacking, discusses the importance of diversity in tech, and highlights the mission of her nonprofit organization. Tune in to hear about her experiences, challenges, and the impactful work she's doing to support and train the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
Guest Connect
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tennisha
Black Girls Hack: https://blackgirlshack.org/
SquadCon: https://squadcon.me/
Stats on Stats Resources
LinkTree: https://linktr...2024-07-2349 min
AI for KidsHow Kids Can Hack for Good (Middle+)Send us a textCurious about how artificial intelligence shapes our daily lives? Join us as we chat with Tennisha Martin, the visionary founder of Black Girls Hack, who shares her journey from a tech-savvy childhood to leading a nonprofit that empowers underrepresented communities through cybersecurity and technology. Discover the thrill of breaking and testing software for security purposes, and learn how AI, from predictive text to smart home devices, is seamlessly woven into our routines. Tennisha explains AI concepts in ways kids can grasp, emphasizing why it's crucial to understand AI's benefits and potential risks for...2024-07-2325 min