The Iferia Techcast
Podcast Description
Ever wondered what it's really like to study or work in engineering?
On The Iferia Techcast, host Ezekiel Iferia sits down with engineers, designers, and builders across disciplines — from students grinding through assignments to seasoned pros solving real-world problems.
No fluff. Just honest conversations about the wins, the fails, and everything in between.
If you’ve ever yelled at a model for not working the way you designed it — this show’s for you.
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The podcast focuses on real-world engineering experiences, education, and problem-solving, with specific episodes like blending academic learning with hands-on gadget repairs and exploring the motivations behind engineering pursuits.
Curious about what it’s really like to work, study, or create in science, engineering, technology and innovation? On The Iferia TechCast, we chat with students, researchers, tech pros, and innovators shaping these fields. Hear real stories of breakthroughs and breakdowns, late-night problem solving, failed experiments, and big wins. If you’ve ever debugged code at 2 a.m., accidentally blown something up in a lab, or fought to turn an idea into reality — this show’s for you. Want to be a guest ? Send Ezekiel Iferia a message on PodMatch: https://podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/theiferiatechcast
How do you lead a tech company through a relaunch while undergoing cancer treatment? Sonia Couto, a two-time tech founder and breast cancer survivor, shares the raw lessons on resilience, why bootstrapping beats venture capital for scaling, and how she built her own AI scheduling tool to manage chaos.
In this episode, you will discover:
– Why she never takes meetings in the morning and the exact daily routine that maximizes her productivity
– The critical mistake founders make when scaling (it’s about funding, not product)
– How a cancer diagnosis forced her to relinquish control and become a better leader
– Why she built her own custom AI scheduling tool after existing apps failed her
– The surprising truth about nutrition labels that her company, Menusano, uncovered
– Her practical advice for leading with confidence in male-dominated spaces without burning out
For founders, tech leaders, and anyone navigating high-stakes challenges in their career and health.
Connect With Sonia Couto:
Website: www.soniacouto.com
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Sonia Koto and Her Journey
01:15 Building Tech Products: The Constant Elements
02:09 Navigating Challenges in Tech and Personal Life
02:11 The Birth of Menusano: A Personal Journey
05:06 Navigating Technical Challenges in Nutrition Software
08:15 Leadership Lessons from Personal Struggles
11:16 Scaling Strategies: Bootstrapping vs. Venture Capital
14:02 A Day in the Life of a Managing Director
17:15 Innovating Scheduling: Building a Custom Tool
20:02 Insights on Nutrition and Health from Menusano
23:22 Empowering Women in Tech
26:16 Resilience in the Startup World
29:15 Innovation in Tech: Transforming Traditional Practices
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– Share with founders and leaders facing high-pressure challenges
Want to Be a Guest on The Iferia TechCast?
– Reach out to Ezekiel on PodMatch
– PodMatch Host Profile: podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/theiferiatechcast
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