Transforming Memphis Through Code

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Disruptively Wired (formerly The BlerdOut Movement)

Host: Terrence Southern

21 episodes

6 days ago

Welcome to Disruptively Wired — where intelligence redefines cool. Evolving from the BlerdOut Movement, this podcast fuses culture, innovation, and authenticity to celebrate disruptors shaping the future of STEM and beyond. From bold conversations to culture-shifting ideas, each episode sparks curiosity and empowers you to think different, push boundaries, and stay wired.

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Transforming Memphis Through Code

Disruptively Wired (formerly The BlerdOut Movement)

37 minutes 25 seconds

1 year ago

Transforming Memphis Through Code

Host Terrence Southern invites you to join the tech revolution on this episode of BlerdOut. Meet Meka Egwuekwe, Co-Founder and Executive Director of CodeCrew, as he shares the inspiring journey of empowering underrepresented youth in Memphis through tech education.

From discussing Meka's childhood fascination with programming to highlighting the transformative impact of hands-on instruction and mentorship at CodeCrew, Terrence and Meka delve into the strategies driving a remarkable 93% engagement rate among Black and Latino youth.

Explore the broader economic empowerment CodeCrew brings to the community, the importance of computer science education in underrepresented communities, and the organization's global impact with local initiatives.

As the episode wraps up, Terrence extends gratitude to Meka for his insights and encourages listeners to join the BlerdOut community for more empowering conversations on innovation and diversity in tech.

Host: Terrence Southern

Guest: Meka Egwuekwe

Music: Confidence by WEARETHEGOOD