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Technically Socially Aware

A politically indigo (left leaning, between purple and blue) podcast with an emphasis on educational technology and social problems and trends.

Podcast · By Joel Rion Staves · English · Official site

Indexed episodes, last 90 days
13
Latest publication
Sep 17, 2026
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Jul 12, 2026

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  1. Episode · Sep 17, 2026

    Episode 93-Native American Voters At Risk|SAVE, SAVE America, CPUSA Analysis (opens the original)

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    In this solo commentary episode, we break down the rapid evolution of federal voting legislation—tracing the line from the SAVE Act and SAVE America Act to the proposed "Make Elections Great Again" (MEGA) Act. We take a deep dive into an article published by the Communist Party USA regarding how these mandatory proof-of-citizenship requirements directly threaten the voting rights of Native American and Indigenous communities. From ignoring tribal identification cards to violating tribal sovereig

  2. Episode · Sep 13, 2026

    Episode 92-Freeflow episode w/ Connor Treacy (opens the original)

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    PARENTAL ADVISORY: MOMENTS OF STRONG LANGUAGE: This conversation kind of deviated from my outline. Connor is a talent manager and political activist, and we talk about everything from the music industry to tech to local elections. There was not much edited in this episode, though I do have to include some narration near the end due to a forced restart of my laptop nearly an hour in. I'm glad that I was able to get him back in the conference room to give our proper goodbyes. You may keep up with

  3. Episode · Sep 12, 2026

    Episode 91-Candid Conversation About Food Scarcity | Dr. Beth Daponte Joins (opens the original)

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    Hey y'all. In this discussion about poverty, food insecurity, and corporate greed, I'm joined by Beth DaPonte, a poverty expert, demographer, and nonprofit evaluator. We spoke candidly about the food crisis impacting millions of Americans and what needs to happen. I draw on my experience as a former food stamp worker and the current food desert crisis in my hometown. I hope that y'all enjoy this conversation.

  4. Episode · Sep 7, 2026

    Episode 90-Lindy Hockenbary Part II: Accessibility in EdTech (opens the original)

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    In this EdTech-focused conversation, Lindy Hockenbary returns as the podcast's very first return guest to talk about accessibility in academics and the real-world challenges of ADA compliance. Together, we dive into how blanket device bans affect neurodivergent learners, the importance of 1-to-1 access, and practical design habits every educator should adopt—from font choices and high contrast ratios to proper heading structures and hyperlinking. I was honored to have Lindy back on the show, and

  5. Episode · Sep 6, 2026

    Episode 89-Free Flow: Karmelo Anthony's Request for New Trial Denied Commentary (opens the original)

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    Karmelo Anthony’s family launches fundraiser as appeal fight begins Karmelo Anthony prosecutor reveals trove of disturbing evidence jury never saw Texas Penal Code - PENAL § 9.33 | FindLaw Disturbing Photo Shows Metcalf Twin 'Aggressively' Grabbing His Mother by the Throat as Court Records Reveal What Else Karmelo Anthony Jury Never Saw Details of Austin and Hunter Metcalf‘s Racist, Violent Past Revealed

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