The Hackathon Podcast

dominic norton
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The hackathon podcast is the premium podcast for everything hackathons. We discuss some of the world’s most difficult problems and creative solutions from hackers from every corner of the world.

  1. 08/30/2021

    Discussion with Major League Hacking Coach Aditya Oberai

    In this episode, I interviewed Aditya Oberai. Aditya is a Major League Hacking coach, Twilio Champion, Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador and Google DSC Lead. He shared his wealth of knowledge about Hackathons with us and what hackers, mentors, and organisers need to do to be successful. I hope you enjoy the show

    37 min
  2. Melanie De Gioia and The Humanitarian Innovation Hackathon Awards

    06/30/2021

    Melanie De Gioia and The Humanitarian Innovation Hackathon Awards

    In this episode, I caught up with Melanie De Giola, a detailed Project Manager and Hackathon organiser who specialises in bringing order to chaos and thrives when working with a number of key stakeholders. Melanie is an organiser of The Humanitarian Innovation Hackathon, a weekend-long virtual event designed for university students to work collaboratively in cross-discipline teams to create technology-driven solutions for the most pressing humanitarian challenges. I hope you enjoy the show!

    58 min
  3. Daniel Stillman and Designing Conversations that Matter

    05/10/2021

    Daniel Stillman and Designing Conversations that Matter

    In this episode, I interviewed conversation deisgn expert, Daniel Stillman. We discussed the importance of intentionally designing conversations and how to engage the end-users in problem-driven solutions in Hackathons. Daniel had amazing insights into how to effectively collaborate with team members and how to design amazing conversations. I hope you enjoy the show!

    48 min
  4. Campaign Labs and Hackathons

    04/29/2021

    Campaign Labs and Hackathons

    In this episode, I discussed community hackathons in the political industry with Campaign Labs organisers, Hannah O'Rouke and James Moulding. Campaign Labs building the case for an evidence-based approach to campaigning and in December 2020, they hosted their first Hackathon. Hannah and James share their experiences building a grassroots community and the challenges in challenging the status quo.

    51 min
  5. SexTech Hackathons, Touchy Feely Tech and Creative Technology with Alice Stewart

    04/12/2021

    SexTech Hackathons, Touchy Feely Tech and Creative Technology with Alice Stewart

    In this episode, I spoke to Alice Stewart, the founder of Touchy Feely Tech, a hardware company that creates educational kits and experiences that combine hardware, software, and hands-on craft. Alice shares her insights into the role Hackathons have to play in the creative landscape and her take on SexTech Hackathons. I hope you enjoy the show.

    41 min
  6. OnDeck's 2021 Global Build Weekend with Cactus Chu

    03/30/2021

    OnDeck's 2021 Global Build Weekend with Cactus Chu

    In this episode, I interview Catcus Chu, an inductee into OnDeck's Podcaster Fellowship and podcast host of Meta Politics, a podcast that asks tough political questions such as why is politics irrational? And why are there blatantly deranged ideas in every level of media? In this show we discussed the OnDeck's 2021 Global Build Weekend and the intersection of Mathematics and Hackathons. I hope you enjoy the show!

    34 min
  7. Design thinking approach to hackathons with Tähe-Kai Tillo

    03/27/2021

    Design thinking approach to hackathons with Tähe-Kai Tillo

    In this episode, I connected with Tähe-Kai Tillo, the Co-founder and design sprint facilitator of Studio Leek, a design sprint agency in Tallinn, Estonia that is helping bring innovation to business' workflow to build better products faster. I discussed the intersection between design thinking and Hackathons with Tähe-Kai. I hope you enjoy the show.

    58 min
  8. Open Scout & The Faster Further Competition

    03/25/2021

    Open Scout & The Faster Further Competition

    In this episode, I discussed scout programs, entrepreneurship, and the faster further pitch competition with Adam Hardej, the founder and CEO of Open Scout. Adam shares his entrepreneurial journey and his mission to make venture building more equitable.

    54 min
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The hackathon podcast is the premium podcast for everything hackathons. We discuss some of the world’s most difficult problems and creative solutions from hackers from every corner of the world.

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  • Creator
    dominic norton
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © dominic norton
  • Show Website
    The Hackathon Podcast