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Mostly Human is a weekly podcast that explores technology through the most important lens: the human one. Hosted by award-winning tech journalist Laurie Segall, the immersive interview and investigative show tackles some of the defining questions of our time with headline-making tech titans and the people you don't know yet, but should. Mostly Human will leave you with a sense of agency over fear,... more

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Dating Apps overwhelming serve young people — A generation who has grown up on the internet, whose very lives are dictated by tech, whose still navigating a post-pandemic period of isolation, and whose mere desire for a relationship is ‘cringe.’ How ... more

There is a lot of doom and gloom with AI, particularly with how it could affect that uniquely human output - creativity. AI has already infiltrated the art world, but Alex Reben believes it’s for the good if we don’t relinquish our control. The artis... more

YouTube has gotten huge. Not just because it's been number one in streaming for the past three years, but because it's on the big screen, in our living rooms, and consuming most of America's attention. How much bigger can YouTube get and what does it... more

Samir Chaudry is one of the original creators on YouTube. His channel, Colin and Samir, has made him and his co-host Colin Rosenblum some of the most influential voices in the creator economy. In this conversation, recorded at YouTube’s Made On event... more

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Recent Guests

Samir Chaudry
Episode: The Future of the Creator Economy, With Samir Chaudry
Taylor Lorenz
Journalist who covers internet culture and tech
Episode: OpenAI, Influencer Backlash and Our Internet Disconnect
Carrie Goldberg
Victim's rights attorney focusing on internet abuse and revenge porn
Law offices of Carrie Goldberg
Episode: On with Kara Swisher: Deepfake abuse panel, featuring Laurie Segall
Laurie Segall
Tech journalist and CEO of Mostly Human Media
Mostly Human Media
Episode: On with Kara Swisher: Deepfake abuse panel, featuring Laurie Segall
V. S. Subrahmanian
Computer scientist and deepfake expert
Northwestern University
Episode: On with Kara Swisher: Deepfake abuse panel, featuring Laurie Segall
Paris Hilton
Celebrity advocate and executive at 1111 Media
1111 Media
Episode: Searching for Mr. Deepfakes: Seeds of Change [Part 4]
Nadia Khan Roberts
Survivor and advocate featured in the investigation
Independent survivor advocate
Episode: Searching for Mr. Deepfakes: Seeds of Change [Part 4]
Casey Mock
Senior Policy Director at the Center for Humane Technology (as introduced)
Center for Humane Technology
Episode: Searching for Mr. Deepfakes: Seeds of Change [Part 4]
Kerry Goldberg
Lawyer focused on victims of digital abuse
Independent practice / advisory role
Episode: Searching for Mr. Deepfakes: Seeds of Change [Part 4]

Host

Laurie Segall
Tech journalist and host of Mostly Human Media with a track record of investigative reporting on deepfakes and AI in society.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 199 ratings
  • Insightful

    I really enjoy the interesting topics and perspectives on this show. I have to listen twice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Haavardo
    Norway2 months ago
  • Sam Altman is evil

    Ms Segall should take some lessons in ethics so that she can understand why interviewing the silicon valley’s crooks should not be their path to legitimacy. Not a mitzvah for the day. Be a mensch not a smuck Laurie.

    Le

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    1
    MarfaChagin
    Australia6 months ago
  • Maybe don’t interview people implicated in sexual assault cases

    Lame

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sinnroth
    Canada6 months ago
  • Phenomenal Content

    Highly recommend this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LauraE💁🏼💁🏼💁🏼💁🏼
    United States6 years ago
  • No pain, no gain

    The host clearly avoids any deeper debate on any controversial issues. Are you being paid by Facebook under the table to make them look good? Regardless, this interview was insightful: it turns out that Mark Z is not the only one in the organization who is remarkably unprepared: “Boz” is not well read, not well travelled, pathetically shallow, and simply not equipped to understand the downside of the Facebook “creation”. No wonder they avoid any responsibility...

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TraderLFT
    Canada6 years ago

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Guests are consistently high-caliber and topics are timely and provocative.
Interviews are engaging and the host asks room-length questions that surface new ideas.
Some listeners feel the host dominates conversations and ads can be distracting.
Thoughtful takes on AI and society that make you think twice.

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#136
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#3
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Talking Points

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The Unspoken AI Catastrophe: Death By a Thousand Cuts
Q: What concerns do you have about AI companionship and its impact on real-world relationships?
AI companions can provide short-term relief from loneliness but may undermine offline relationships in the long run, potentially reducing meaning and resilience; there are nuanced findings showing benefits for some but also risks like increased aggression or sexism when exposed to AI norms, underscoring the need for balance and healthier design.
The Unspoken AI Catastrophe: Death By a Thousand Cuts
Q: What was the Cambridge Analytica saga, and what did you do in relation to it?
Cambridge Analytica accessed Facebook data to build psychological profiles and target political messaging; the guests discuss how they tried to inform policymakers and journalists about the risks, with involvement in bringing the story to light and explaining the data access issues without it being a traditional data breach.
The Unspoken AI Catastrophe: Death By a Thousand Cuts
Q: Can you explain to a general audience what psychological targeting is and why this was interesting to you?
Psychological targeting uses traces from our behavior and communications to infer intimate traits (like personality or values) and tailor messages to influence behavior; the goal is to understand what motivates people and use that to shape what they see and do, which raises powerful — and potentially dangerous — implications as AI makes it easier and faster to scale these inferences.
What Has Your Army of AI Agents Made For You Lately?
Q: What's the easiest way to start if someone wants to try this?
Start with Clod Code or sign up with simpler, box-based agents; the on-ramp can be hard, but there are simpler options to begin experimenting and learning by watching others.
What Has Your Army of AI Agents Made For You Lately?
Q: What does an agent do and what does that mean for a normal human being?
An agent is like a smart intern that learns quickly and can operate 24/7; you can set a goal and it will keep working until it achieves it, unlike a single-step workflow.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mostly Human

What is Mostly Human about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful tech-focused program that centers human impact, featuring in-depth conversations with journalists, policymakers, creators, and technologists. Episodes often explore AI, safety, privacy, digital culture, and the societal implications of tech, with a mix of practical demos and big-picture philosophy. Noteworthy are cross-disciplinary guests, investigative reporting threads, and a strong emphasis on accountability and human-centered design, making it a compelling listen for listeners who want nuance beyond hype.

Potential listeners will likely be drawn to thoughtful debates about AI ethics, deepfakes, education, and platform governance, as well as real-world examples from creators, startups, and policy advocates. A standout trait... more

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4. Laurie Segall
5. V. S. Subrahmanian
6. Paris Hilton
7. Nadia Khan Roberts
8. Casey Mock

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