In this episode of Tech Together, hosts Shannon Seaver and Allison Barmann sit down with Erica Hanna, founder of Puke Rainbow, to discuss her journey from television to creating her own company.

Erica shares how working with Prince helped her overcome imposter syndrome and inspired her to start Puke Rainbow.

The conversation also explores her experience with AI in video marketing, her passion for storytelling, and the importance of self-care and neurodiversity.

Erica provides insightful advice on how technology can be leveraged for good, the significance of authentic storytelling, and how to boost confidence both in oneself and others.00:00 Introduction to Tech Together Podcast00:11 Meet Erica Hannah and Puke Rainbow00:23 The Prince Story: Puke Rainbow's Origin00:53 From Emmys to Imposter Syndrome01:24 A Night at Paisley Park02:36 Creating Art with Prince05:27 Founding Puke Rainbow05:59 Puke Rainbow's Mission and Impact06:42 Tech Together: The Tech Talent Pipeline06:58 Diving into AI and Video Marketing07:45 The AI Startup Journey09:10 Embracing AI and Educating Others09:59 Using AI as a Bullshit Detector13:42 Authentic Storytelling in the Age of AI14:49 The Power of Vulnerability in Storytelling19:16 Data Tells a Story Too21:12 Tech for Good: Empowering Through Education22:37 The Power of Storytelling in Business22:52 Engaging Non-Marketing Teams in Storytelling24:54 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome26:01 The Neuroscience of Storytelling29:29 Embracing Neurodiversity in the Workplace33:25 Challenges for Women in Tech37:32 Rapid Fire Questions