Game Changers Silicon Valley

Game Changers Silicon Valley

Jim Connor

Episodes 72
Avg. Duration 20m
Activity Active
Apple Rating 4.7 (15)
Since Dec 2018
Latest Episode Feb 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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About This Podcast

We tell the stories about the innovators of today who will be the Game Changers of Tomorrow. Our guests come from a wide range of backgrounds, including scientists, engineers, researchers, entrepreneurs, investors and educators.

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Recent Episodes

S2E51 Taking Tuition Off the Table

Feb 25, 2026 23m

For generations, higher education has been described as the great equalizer. But for many families, the cost of tuition has quietly turned that promise into a barrier. What happens when a university…

S2E50 The New Rules for Graduates in the AI Economy

Feb 23, 2026 16m

College is no longer just about earning a degree—it's about proving you're employable in a world shaped by AI. In this episode of Game Changers Silicon Valley, Jim Connor speaks with Dr. Marianne…

S2E49 Why So Many Kids Still Can't Read!

Feb 16, 2026 18m

Despite extraordinary advances in technology—and even the rise of artificial intelligence—too many students are still not learning to read at grade level proficiency. Weak early literacy doesn't just…

S2E47 When Does a Tax Assessor Candidate Oppose a Tax Increase?

Oct 27, 2025 21m

Every election cycle, there's one race that flies under the radar. In Santa Clara County, CA, we have an election that affects every homeowner, every taxpayer, and every senior ... that race is for…

S2E45 Disruption Isn't Random

Oct 13, 2025 22m

Disruption isn't random — it follows patterns that can be seen, interpreted, and even anticipated. Yet most companies only recognize those signals after the market has already shifted. The…

S2E44 The Edge in Education!

Oct 30, 2024 14m

Virginia Cheung brings to the table not just policy ideas but personal stories that underscore the urgency of investing in the first five years of a child's life. With California spending billions on…

S2E43 The Crisis at Big City School Districts

Sep 24, 2024 22m

I just sat down with Ann Hsu, a bold and fearless candidate for the San Francisco School Board, and let me tell you – this interview is unlike anything you've seen before. Ann doesn't mince words…

S2E38 Financial Meltdown at the San Francisco Unified School District

Sep 19, 2024 23m

The San Francisco school district is in the middle of a financial reckoning, forced to reconcile a significant drop in student enrollment with years of delayed responses to the growing operational…

S2E42 From Honor Rolls to Racial Roles: California's Educational Transformation

Apr 22, 2024 26m

California, once renowned for its high-performing public schools, is experiencing significant changes that raise concerns about the future of academic excellence. Notably, many high schools have…

S2E41 The Oppressor Class

Apr 09, 2024 25m

Eli Steele's documentary, "Killing America," emerges from a profound silence into a loud, defining statement about the currents sweeping through American education. Born deaf, Steele transcends the…

S2E40 Breaking the cycle, Crime, Drug Addiction, Recidivism

Feb 18, 2024 19m

We share a highly visible, universal concern: the persistent cycle of crime, drug addiction, and recidivism. My interview with former San Jose Mayor and current Congressional candidate Sam Liccardo,…

S2E40 Guns, Border, and Immigration Reform

Feb 16, 2024 19m

Everyone agrees: We are witnessing unprecedented political polarization and deep divides tearing our country's fabric. Since the current leadership in Congress cannot come to terms, the voters have…

S2E39 The Crisis in Public Safety

Feb 12, 2024 15m

In the run-up to the 2024 elections, Anna Cheng Kramer, a candidate for California's 15th Congressional District, captures the quintessential American narrative of the underdog. The story of Anna…

S2E38 The Stigma of Mental Illness

Feb 05, 2024 13m

No one wants to admit they are being treated for depression, bi-polar disorder or having thoughts about suicide. The fact is, today's stressful lifestyles will overwhelm the coping mechanisms of many…

S2E37 Law & Order Silicon Valley

Jan 29, 2024 14m

In today's blog, we delve into the critical role judges play in our justice system. We had the privilege of speaking with Johnene Stebbins, a seasoned deputy district attorney running for Judge in…

S2E36 Quantifying Startup Risk

Jan 16, 2024 17m

In 2023, approximately 3,200 venture-backed firms in the U.S. went out of business, according to data from PitchBook. These startups had collectively raised about $27.2 billion. Since the failure of…

S2E35 Unlocking the Startup Asset Class

Jan 08, 2024 16m

Three Key Steps in Constructing the Startup Asset Class One fundamental building block to startup investing is defining the sectors and technologies that will fit your organization's definition of a…

S2E34 Restructuring the University

Dec 30, 2023 17m

Universities face many challenges in their goal of educating students for engagement in the 21st century economy. In this podcast, we delve into this transformative shift in academia, where the…

S2E32 The Prop 19 Fix for a Taxation Nightmare

Nov 27, 2023 17m

A Crusade for Justice Imagine inheriting your family home, only to find a tax bill that forces you to sell. It's not fiction; it's the startling reality under California's Proposition 19. In this…

S2E31 The Destructive Power of Party Politics

Nov 19, 2023 18m

In a candid conversation with our host, Jim Connor, Lydia Kou shares her journey from a reluctant council member drawn into politics by community demand to a passionate advocate for change in…

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