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Offline with Jon Favreau

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Is the internet slowly breaking our brains, and if so, what can we do about it? Offline with Jon Favreau is a place where you can take a break from doom-scrolling and tune in to smarter, lighter conversations about the impact of technology and the internet on our collective culture. Intimate interviews between Pod Save America host Jon Favreau and notable guests like Stephen Colbert, Hasan Piker, ... more

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The tech elite believe AI is just a few years away from displacing most computer-based jobs, and they seem…excited about it? Atlantic staff writer Matteo Wong joins Offline to discuss why Silicon Valley thinks AI is more important than anything happe... more

Jia Tolentino, author of Trick Mirror and staff writer at the New Yorker, joins Offline to discuss how it’s becoming harder and harder to make sense of reality, especially with AI taking over our feeds. She and Jon talk about how online distrust blee... more

Lauren Greenfield, director of the acclaimed FX docuseries “Social Studies,” sits down with Jon to talk about the year she spent shadowing a group of LA teens as they navigated their very online lives. The kids gave Lauren permission to screen record... more

Pete Hegseth isn’t the only one who loves a group chat—turns out Silicon Valley's descent into Trumpism was powered by a constellation of Signal and WhatsApp chats between America’s tech overlords. Max and Jon walk through the Marc Andreessen-powered... more

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Recent Guests

Jia Tolentino
Author and New Yorker staff writer
The New Yorker
Episode: Jon Gets Hacked, Woke Offline Pope, and How Jia Tolentino’s Brain Finally Broke
Lauren Greenfield
Filmmaker and creator of the documentary series 'Social Studies'
Episode: Pope Trump, Zuckerberg’s AI Friends, and the Shocking Truth of How Teens Live Online
Dr. Leor Zmigrod
Political psychologist and neuroscientist, author of The Ideological Brain
Episode: Zuck Takes the Stand, ChatGPT Turns on Lovett, and the Surprising Ties Between Our Biology and Our Politics
Charles Duhigg
Journalist and author of the New York Times bestseller "Supercommunicators"
Slate
Episode: Offline PC Small Group
Zach Mack
Award-winning podcast producer and creator of 'Alternate Realities' series
NPR
Episode: Shocking Facebook Secrets Revealed, JD Vance Meme Wars, and a $10,000 Conspiracy Bet
Jack Crosbie
Reporter at Rolling Stone
Rolling Stone
Episode: Elon Musk v. Dollar Store Jon Favreau and How the UFC Conquered America
Dr. Gloria Mark
Psychologist and professor at UC Irvine studying attention
University of California, Irvine
Episode: Why Elon Lies About DOGE and How To Fix Your Focus
Dr. Steven Levitsky
Political scientist and professor at Harvard University
Harvard University
Episode: What Post-Democracy America Looks Like
Chris Hayes
MSNBC host and author
MSNBC
Episode: Can Democracy Survive the Attention Wars? with Chris Hayes

Hosts

Jon Favreau
Host and co-creator, engaging in thoughtful dialogues about technology's impact on culture.
Max Fisher
Co-host contributing to insightful discussions with diverse guests.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 3.6k ratings
  • Great show

    Love the show but my Sundays are just not the same now that you changed days

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gmadelicious
    United Statesa month ago
  • Not about cutting online time

    It’s just become another political podcast. Nothing about staying offline anymore

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    just. r
    United States2 months ago
  • Thoughtful & engaging

    Super helpful in exploring all the ways social media is shaping humanity, affecting democracies, social connection.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CherylInGuelph
    Canada2 months ago
  • One of my favorite listens of the week…

    But I miss the Sunday release!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    brawny12345
    United States2 months ago
  • The Worst Pod I Keep

    Some day this show will be good.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Guy Gallo
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging discussions that tackle relevant societal issues and often note the strong dynamic between the hosts.
Overall, the podcast garners positive remarks for its thought-provoking content and the quality of its guests, though occasional critiques mention desires for more streamlined discussions.
Some feedback indicates a concern over crosstalk during conversations, specifically critique of interjections made by co-host Max Fisher.

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Could Blowing Up Google Save The Internet? Plus MAGA's Birth Obsession and Your Questions Answered
Q: What does the pro-natalist movement involve?
It encompasses various suggestions aimed at encouraging Americans to have more children, often reflecting traditional gender roles and attracting from right-wing ideologies.
Could Blowing Up Google Save The Internet? Plus MAGA's Birth Obsession and Your Questions Answered
Q: What's the goal behind the DOJ's antitrust actions against Google?
The goal is to create a regulated market that works better for consumers, compelling Google to improve their services rather than relying on their monopolistic practices.
Offline PC Small Group
Q: How can we improve our conversations in today's digital age?
By being intentional in our questions and engaging in meaningful exchanges, we can bring emotional vulnerability into even public platforms.
Offline PC Small Group
Q: What is the Fast Friends Procedure?
The Fast Friends Procedure is an experiment where paired participants ask each other 36 personal questions, resulting in spontaneous friendships, demonstrating the power of deep conversations.
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Q: Why is having good conversations important?
Good conversations are vital for well-being and are central to human survival, allowing individuals to build nourishing relationships.

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The show focuses on the impact of technology and the internet on society and personal well-being. Hosts engage in intimate interviews with a variety of notable guests, fostering insightful discussions that examine how our online lives affect our interactions, mental health, and broader cultural landscape. Episodes address pressing issues such as social media influence, political polarization, and technology's role in shaping modern life, always with a blend of humor and thoughtfulness. The approach is unique in that it seeks to cultivate a healthier relationship with technology through community engagement and shared experiences.

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Offline launched 3 years ago and published 189 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Jia Tolentino
2. Lauren Greenfield
3. Dr. Leor Zmigrod
4. Charles Duhigg
5. Zach Mack
6. Jack Crosbie
7. Dr. Gloria Mark
8. Dr. Steven Levitsky

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