The ConCast
We share a collective vision for our community. Being a magazine, we transcend beyond words and pictures on a printed paper. We are a collective voice bringing out our inner Gen-Z and small hints of our boldness are already seen in print edition, and now this Con cast.
Siliconeer wasn’t born for the glam, or the hype, or the clicks. It was born for the crazy ones. The misfits. The future thinkers and feelers. It’s created for the next generation — the ones who dare to question, create, and dream beyond. Siliconeer is for the souls too full for small talk.
We speak to the ones lost in the digital noise, offering light, honesty, and hope.
We address the elephants in the room and open space for innovation — even when it’s messy.
Siliconeer is for the ones who believe they can change the world.
Maybe we can. Maybe we already are.
Episodes
62 episodes
Bon.Appetite: Hungry, Anyone? – Bytes of Bites
The fastest way to a person’s heart is through their stomach. We wholeheartedly agree. Being ardent foodies, our team agreed to stop gatekeeping Silicon Valley’s best kept epicurean secrets. These recommendations will be exclusively available i...
Car.Tell: More Than Just Teslas – Silicon Valley’s Car Culture
From Formula 1 machinery tearing through the streets of San Francisco to rare exotics parked in Santa Clara lots and vintage fire trucks rolling through historic Niles, Silicon Valley’s car scene is far more than Teslas on the 101. Vansh Gup...
Touch.Down: Tech Bros Host the Super Bowl LX: The Silicon Valley Tailgate Party
Super Bowl LX brought America’s biggest sporting event to Silicon Valley's backyard after 10 years. The Bay Area answered with countless parties and tailgates. A weekend of celebrations, the West Coast based Seattle Seahawks shutout for the age...
Girl.Power: When K-Pop Meets Feminism – The Katseye Impact
Girl group Katseye’s message of female empowerment is judged based on what empowerment truly means to their audience of young, impressionable teenage girls. Their impact on societal and cultural norms reveals the future of female stars and cele...
Frequent.Flyer: We Love Air India? – A Silicon Valley Traveler’s Dilemma
Every year, the Bay Area’s South Asian community has the same debate: Air India or someone else? The heart says Air India. The broken screen on row 34 and lack of helpful service says otherwise. Neil Naidu writes on what it’s like to cho...
Tech.Talk: AI This, AI That – The Agentic Wave
AI… AI… AI… that’s all we get to hear nowadays. Although all we get from AI is denoted as “Slop.” So, what’s next? How about applications of AI that actually do the work? With Nvidia’s latest GTC and ...
Startup.Talk: The Last Man Standing – Tech Honchos Talk Cybersecurity
With the meteoric rise of AI agents in cyberspace, a new opportunity emerges within the cybersecurity sector. Siliconeershares key insights from Silicon Valley’s think tank, including Zscaler CEO Jay Chaudhry, investors Guru Chahal, Oren...
Tech.Philanthropy: Wonderfully Human – Woz’s Wits and Neurotech
The Tech Interactive’s eighth annual The Tech for Global Good celebration brought inspiration, humor, and bold ideas to San Jose. Honoring Steve Wozniak and visionary neurotechnology leaders, the evening h...
Back To Basics – Deciphering Gen Alpha
They were supposed to be the “screeniac” generation: glued to iPads, rotting their brains on TikTok, destined for a Wall-E future. Instead, Gen Alpha is buying CDs, demanding dumb phones, and commanding over $100 billion in spending power befor...
Vibe Check | The P-Word
If you were wondering where we were, here is your answer. Yes, we have done it. We pivoted. Siliconeer has undergone a full strategic rebrand — new look, new focus, same heart. We're breaking down what changed, what didn't, and what the road to...
Santa Approved ;) – Brown Butter Pecan & Chocolate Chip Cookies
The classic chocolate chip cookie is a classic holiday treat. This recipe elevates the cookie with two simple twists presented by our dessert specialist, Prachi Agrawal. The rich, nutty crunch of pecans and a hint of whole wheat flour cr...
Cars, SUVs, EVs – Automobility 2025
The LA Auto Show, held in the LA Convention Center, featured the shiniest from the industry, writes Janam Gupta.
The Community Amp – Resonating Your Voice
The history books will record another year of resilience for community reporting. On Nov. 7, the 2025 ACoM Expo & Awards convened at the PG&E Conference Center, bringing together a diver...
“Kesari” California – Growing Saffron in Silicon Valley
Wasim Sahibzada is a fourth-generation saffron farmer who is using the expertise of his family’s rich heritage to grow saffron in Silicon Valley and offer community members the opportunity to learn more about this unique spice, writes Avery ...
The Scrambled Egg Brain – Behind the “Brainrot” Slang
In today’s hyper-connected world, many young people are familiar with the term “brainrot.” Behind the slang lies a real phenomenon that scientists and psychologists are beginning to understand. Dharani Purushotham reveals how constant di...
Inclusivity through Chess – Saratoga Student Builds Girls4Chess
From a redefining moment at a Bay Area chess tournament, a high school girl persevered to build an inclusive platform where everyone felt they belonged in the world of chess. Saratoga High School junior Neha Sharan shares her journey.
Rediscovering Spirituality – Escaping Modern Trends
A new wave of young South Asians started promoting heritage, spirituality, and temple traditions as meaningful responses to modern pressures and trends. Public figures and virtual storytellers are redefining faith as identity, wellness, and com...
The AI Aristocracy – Utopia for the Few, Disruption for the Masses
Tech billionaires promise a labor-free utopia, but as robots hit our streets and layoffs hit the inboxes, the next generation workforce faces a reality check. Vansh Gupta explores where we stand amidst the new “Industrial Revolution.”
Vibe.Check | A Dash of AI, Please
As 2025 comes to a close, we reflect on a year defined by the "AI Industrial Revolution"—from Optimus robots to the rise of the AI Aristocracy. In this episode, we dive into the latest edition of Siliconeer to explore how technology is...
Grub: Dreamy, Creamy Treat – Trifle Pudding
Diwali desserts don’t have to be limited to laddoos and barfi. This elegant trifle brings layers of color and sweetness to your festive table. The secret? Patience and precise layering create a dessert as stunning as Diwali rangoli, writes P...
The Immigrant Dream Lives On – The Open Atlas Summit 2025
The Open Atlas Summit 2025 brought together immigrant entrepreneurs and professionals at the India Community Center in Milpitas, Calif. Dushyant Patel reflects on the challenging but rewarding immigrant journey.
Tech.Talk: When Tech Gets Thoughtful – 2025 Responsible Innovation in AI Conference
San José State University brought over 300 industry leaders, academics, and entrepreneurs to tackle AI’s most pressing question: How do we build it responsibly? Meghna Paul reports on the insights from the second annual Responsible Innov...
The Tech Challenge in Kenya – Silicon Valley Hits Silicon Savannah
What began as a Silicon Valley student challenge is now transforming STEM education in Kenya, where 4,800 students and 20,000 trained teachers are proving that innovation thrives anywhere. The Tech Interactive...
Future.Tech: The Cyber-Physical Future – South Asian Silicon Valley Legends Predict
When three South Asian engineering legends – Chandrakant Patel, Suhas Patil, and Ronjon Nag – come together, expect bold visions. Their message: the cyber age is over, the cyber-physical age has begun, demanding engineers who combine physical s...
