Tech Tidbits

Adapting by Choice: A Proactive Approach to IT with Nick Tornese

Hikru — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 15:53:55 -0600

In this episode, we sit down with Nick Tornese, Vice President of Information Technology at STS Aviation Group, to explore what it really means to evolve with technology instead of chasing it. Nick shares his journey from legacy systems to modern infrastructure, how staying curious and proactive has shaped his approach, and where AI is genuinely transforming the way teams build, maintain, and scale critical systems. It’s a conversation about openness, adaptation, and the mindset required to keep moving forward in a world that never stops changing.

When Everything Is News: How Technology Is Redefining Journalism with Glenda Umaña

Hikru — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 11:51:16 -0500

In this episode, we sit down with Glenda Umaña, renowned journalist, former CNN en Español anchor and one of Latin America’s most respected news voices, to explore how technology and AI are transforming journalism and the way we consume information. We discuss the influence of algorithms, immediacy, and information saturation on how audiences perceive and trust the news—raising key questions about what it means to stay truly informed today.

The Human Touch in AI: How Empathy Shapes AI and Its Teams

Hikru — Thu, 18 Sep 2025 17:52:37 -0500

In this episode, we talk with Cristina Diaz, a Master in Computer Science with a major in Natural Language Processing, about the role of empathy in modern AI. We dive into what it’s really like to work with large language models, how teams are evolving to balance technical expertise with human insight, and why empathy and continuous learning are becoming essential not just for AI development, but for shaping the future of collaboration in the industry.

People First: Rethinking Staffing with David Leighton

Hikru — Sat, 26 Apr 2025 18:27:46 -0500

In this episode, we sit down for a human-centered conversation with David Leighton, a leader in ethical staffing for the tech and AI industries. We explore his inspiring career journey, from early challenges to his current work at WITI. Together, we reflect on the historical gaps in recruitment practices, the new challenges brought by AI, and the urgent need for ethical, inclusive hiring. David shares powerful insights about building real communities, fostering trust, and shaping a tech-driven future where opportunity is accessible to all.

Fullstack vs. Specialist: Jack of All Trades or Master of One?

Hikru — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 10:26:03 -0500

In this episode, we dive into the debate of whether developers should aim to become fullstack developers or specialize in specific coding languages. Our special guest, Mauricio Arroyo, founder and CTO of Hikru, shares his insights and experiences on navigating the tech industry. Join us as we explore the pros and cons of each path and reflect on the current changes in the landscape due to new trends and technologies like AI.