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Download This Show is your weekly guide to the world of media, culture, and technology. From social media to gadgets, streaming services to privacy issues. Each week Rae Johnston and guests take a fun, deep dive into how technology is reshaping our lives.

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Andy Koronios
CEO of the Australasian Space Innovation Institute
Episode: We've got tonnes of space waste orbiting our Earth, is there a way to clean up our act?
Nick Carter
Lead of the Space Research Group at CSIRO
Episode: We've got tonnes of space waste orbiting our Earth, is there a way to clean up our act?
Renata Egan
Centre Director at the nation's leading centre of solar research at UNSW
UNSW
Episode: Download This Show
Danielle Binks
A fan fiction and regular fiction writer and literary agent
RMIT University
Episode: How fanfiction took over the world (and stayed free)
Rachel Linton
Board member for the Organisation for Transformative Works
Organisation for Transformative Works
Episode: How fanfiction took over the world (and stayed free)
Dr. Claire Norton
Principal Research Consultant at Csiro's Data 61.
CSIRO
Episode: Wimbeldon broke 148 years of tradition to replace 300 line judges with AI -- will it be worth it?
Stuart Morgan
Head of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence at Champion Data and Adjunct Associate Professor of Sports and Exercise Science at La Trobe.
Champion Data
Episode: Wimbeldon broke 148 years of tradition to replace 300 line judges with AI -- will it be worth it?
Emily Vanden Aagel
Lecturer in social media at Monash University
Monash University
Episode: An expert has quit over the government's planned social media ban, what now?
Petra Stock
Environment and Science Reporter at The Guardian
The Guardian
Episode: How are online tools being used to resist fascism across the globe?

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Rae Johnston
Host of Download This Show, Rae Johnston covers the intersection of technology and culture, often highlighting underrepresented voices and diverse perspectives within the tech landscape.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • So Glad I Started Tuning in

    I’ve only recently started getting into podcasts and listed in after a friend recommended this one… so glad I did and will be looking forward to this each week!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J-Dawg#23
    Australia6 months ago
  • For the low key techheads like me that love learning!

    I’ll be honest — I haven’t always been a regular listener of Download This Show. I’d catch an episode here and there, but it wasn’t something I was following closely. Since Rae has taken over full-time though, I have to say I’m making much more of an effort to listen to the podcast.

    I already follow Rae on a few of her other platforms, and I love her perspective on tech. She brings such a wealth of knowledge to the show, especially when it comes to science and the way First Nations perspective... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mssabrinagxxxxxxx
    Australia6 months ago
  • Love Rae!

    Great show and loving the new presenter Rae! Awesome woman who is perfect for this, love how she’s so real and touches on important topics too xx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tom Mellick
    Australia6 months ago
  • Love the show!

    Absolutely love this show and love Rae! A truly amazing presenter and funny too. She covers good content on tech always, don’t know why people are unhappy with her talking about her background and first nations, i think it’s great she covers this as it’s very important to who she is and provides a voice for the ones that don’t have one xx Love your work Rae!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zara wwhite
    Australia6 months ago
  • Stick to tech, not your own agenda

    There is no need to push an agenda about First Nations in a tech podcast. There are other great podcasts for that.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Smileyivan
    Australia6 months ago

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Some reviews express dissatisfaction with perceived shifts toward social issues, indicating a desire for a focus on technology-based content.
Many enjoy Rae Johnston's fresh perspective, particularly her emphasis on inclusivity and representation in tech discussions.
Overall, there is a strong appreciation for the podcast's ability to make complex topics accessible while maintaining an entertaining format.
Listeners praise the informative and engaging nature of the discussions, often highlighting the mix of humor and deep analysis.

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#14
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#43
Australia/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#173
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#197
New Zealand/Technology
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#227
Indonesia/Technology

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How fanfiction took over the world (and stayed free)
Q: What surprised you the most about AO3 if someone came back after leaving fan fiction during the live journal era?
They would be surprised by how mainstream and widely accepted fan fiction has become, as well as AO3's central role in the fan fiction community.
How fanfiction took over the world (and stayed free)
Q: Were there any legal or technical challenges involved in setting it up?
The challenges included ensuring the site was seen as legal and fair use under copyright law and developing an open-source code base for the archive.
How did an Australian team make the biggest video game in the world today?
Q: What would you both say the Aussie games industry needs right now to see more successes like Hollow Knight?
Ongoing government support for the arts industry, including video games, and increased media coverage focusing on local games.
How did an Australian team make the biggest video game in the world today?
Q: Is it the casual mobile games that people are feeling more guilty about, or is it those big, massive multiplayer online marathon sessions?
Guilt and shame come in all forms, with many feeling it especially about casual mobile gaming due to societal perceptions of screen time as being lesser.
How did an Australian team make the biggest video game in the world today?
Q: So Ed, can you talk to us about what this study actually says?
The study out of the UK surveyed a thousand women who played mobile games, finding that many feel guilty about gaming due to societal pressures and stigma.

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This podcast provides insights into the interplay of media, culture, and technology, focusing on how these elements shape contemporary society. With guests ranging from tech experts to cultural commentators, it tackles an array of topics such as social media dynamics, the implications of emerging technologies, and the ethical considerations surrounding privacy and data security. Each episode presents a unique perspective, often blending light-hearted discussions with critical analysis, making complex subjects approachable for a wide audience. The format and tone contribute to an engaging listening experience, appealing to those eager to understand the latest developments in the tech landscape and their broader societal impacts.

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1. Andy Koronios
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4. Danielle Binks
5. Rachel Linton
6. Dr. Claire Norton
7. Stuart Morgan
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