Tech & Career Talk

Tune In. Learn. Lead.

Welcome to BDPA Tech & Career Talk, a podcast where information technology meets inspiration.

Hosted nationally by Devin Jenkins, BDPA’s Tech & Career Talk leader, the series features conversations with IT professionals, educators, and innovators shaping the future of technology.

Here, you’ll find select national episodes — including highlights from BDPACon 2025 and our 2024 Year in Review — as well as updates from our Twin Cities chapter as we prepare to launch our own local edition of the podcast in early 2026.

Through authentic conversations, industry insights, and career stories, BDPA Tech & Career Talk connects listeners to the people, ideas, and pathways driving technology forward — locally and nationally.

New BDPA Twin Cities episodes coming soon. Stay tuned!

Featured Episodes

BDPACon 2025: What to Expect

Originally aired: August 1, 2025

Featuring Akil Bektembe, BDPACon 2025 Co-Chair, and Judy Lane, Co-Chair

2024 Year in Review

A look back at BDPA’s milestones, member highlights, and national achievements.

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🔜 Coming Soon: BDPA Twin Cities Podcast

Launching in early 2026, the BDPA Twin Cities Podcast will feature local voices, student stories, and conversations with industry professionals from Minnesota’s tech community.
From coding competitions to career pathways, our podcast will showcase how BDPA Twin Cities is helping students and professionals lead in a changing world.