Irma Olguin

Original broadcast date: February 4, 2022. The past few years have shaken the fundamental ways we live. It's... disorienting. But it's also an opportunity to reexamine how we spend our time. Over the next three episodes, TED speakers will investigate evolving notions of what it means to pay our bills, feel joy in play, and rest our minds and bodies. This hour: Work. Guests include labor organizer Jess Kutch, social entrepreneur Irma Olguin, and tech reporter Kevin Roose.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Irma Olguin is a social entrepreneur and founder of Bitwise Industries, dedicated to bringing tech opportunities to underestimated cities. Kevin Roose, a tech reporter for The New York Times, dives deep into the impact of automation on the workforce. They discuss how recent global events have transformed our perceptions of work, emphasizing the rise of worker movements and the necessity of redefining success in the modern landscape. The challenges of automation and the importance of preserving uniquely human skills are also highlighted.

Irma L. Olguin Jr., a social entrepreneur dedicated to uplifting communities, discusses her efforts to empower marginalized individuals through tech training. She reveals that barriers like childcare and financial stability hinder access to the tech industry more than a lack of skills. Highlighting her work in Fresno, she shares inspiring success stories of students transitioning to tech careers. Olguin Jr. advocates for collaborative solutions that can uplift underdog communities worldwide, showcasing how local resources can drive significant change.