Takara Small
takarasmall.bsky.social
Takara Small
@takarasmall.bsky.social
I talk and write about tech for a living @ CBC (Canada’s public broadcaster) and the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation)
The internet never forgets, but who makes sure it remembers? Join me for a powerful conversation with two internet pioneers who helped shape the web as we know it. I'll dive into digital preservation--from forgotten websites to rare audio recordings--and why our digital history may quietly disappear
May 19, 2025 at 5:58 PM
In conversation with Andrew Peterson, head of YouTube Canada, about all things online, AI and the future of Canadian content.

See you at Hot Docs! Make sure to say ‘hi’!
April 23, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Back on the BBC World News Service (and streaming around the world) to talk about the Canuck consumer trend that has captivated some British locals.

This week we're talking about the Buy Canadian trend and the apps helping consumers (like Buy Beaver, Maple Scan and more) do it.

Full show on BBC
April 15, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Back in Ottawa (that’s Canada’s capital for my American friends or the geographically challenged). This time for the National Angel Capital Organization conference – more tech, more VCs, and yes, more demos!

#Ottawa
#CapitalCity
#NACOC2025
#VentureCapital
#TechConference
#Startups
#AngelInvesting
April 14, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Not exactly how I pictured my debut at the Second City Comedy Club… but here I am, on stage at Ignite 2025!

The best part? I got to take a backstage tour and see where Canadian alum like Mike Meyers, Eugene Levy and Catherine O'Hara got their start.
#SecondCityComedyClub
#TechAndLaughs
April 9, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Yes...my BBC segment kicked off with a moose call. Why? Because if you're going to talk Canadian democracy, might as well go full north. 🇨🇦🦌

Full video is online, but here's a snippet of our chat about — what’s at stake, what voters are watching and why this moment matters. #DemocracyWithAntlers
April 7, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Another year at the CIX Summit, joining some familiar journalists from other outlets to talk tech with VCs, entrepreneurs, and tech leaders.
April 7, 2025 at 2:03 PM
I had the absolute best time organizing and welcoming some friends from the NYT, Globe, Post, CTV, etc. to a lil gathering of media friends and folks.

Starting off 2025 with real community building in mind. Thank you Soho House for partnering and providing a space for drinks, music and talks.
April 6, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Popped by Pinterest’s offices not so long ago and the world will be painted cherry this year says Pinterest.

A lot of surprising picks because, honestly, who could have predicted that pickle and cherry martinis would be trend of the year? 🍒🥒
#cherry #pickle #style2025 #tech #toronto
April 6, 2025 at 7:20 AM
Feeling like the top tech geek 👑 in the country—and the biz — because our CIRA show was just named best tech podcast in the country!

Thanks for tuning in and making this possible. Who knew all those late-night interviews (and caffeine runs) would pay off?!
December 28, 2024 at 6:21 AM
Our first award nomination!

‘What’s Up With The Internet’ is nominated for Outstanding Technology Series and available
wherever you get your podcasts.
November 21, 2024 at 4:35 AM
Guess who’s in the latest issue of @chatelainemag?

Thrilled to chat about VentureKids work to highlight women in STEM in the U.S. and Canada, a North American edit a thon partnership with California’s award-winning Elementary Institute of Science and more

chatelaine.com/living/wikip...
June 22, 2024 at 1:18 AM
Thrilled to add one of the BBC’s most popular morning radio shows to the list. #WakeUpToMoney

Reminder: You can also catch me regularly on BBC World News Service talking tech, which reaches 318 million people around the world. #ReppinCanada #Tech #TechReporter
May 15, 2024 at 10:01 AM
🙋🏾‍♀️

I always wondered what it would’ve been like if I had taken the leap and attended university in the UK (instead of Canada). Now I’ll get to find out… sort of.

I’ll be at the University of Edinburgh talking tech for Global Alum Day alongside Dr Eve Poole (OBE) who wrote Robot Souls
May 15, 2024 at 10:00 AM
Made a lil trip to the New York Stock Exchange this week.
April 10, 2024 at 8:42 PM
Thrilled to join Canadian Business magazine (and EIC Charlotte Herrold) as a judge for their CB Innovation Awards.

The other judges and myself will pick the 25 best, most innovative companies challenging the status quo, which span all sectors—health to fintech, fashion and more. ✌🏿
February 17, 2024 at 7:46 PM
Join me on @BBCWorldNews where we discuss, among many things, the U.S. import ban on some Apple watches that went into effect after tech company Masimo accused Apple of using its patented technology.
December 27, 2023 at 2:49 AM