
A podcast exploring the inherent political nature of technology
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 10 | Founded | 5 months ago |
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| Categories | PoliticsNewsTechnology | ||||

Josh and Ray talk about the real risks of AI with Anna Colom, a social science researcher working at the intersection of democratic processes and digital technologies. We are going through unprecedented times in the pace and scale of technological de... more
We've talked about a lot on Politechs this season, and now it's time to pull it all together and think about how we can resist AI. And who better to talk to about resistance than Brian Merchant, author of "Blood in the Machine", a fascinating book ab... more
Automation is usually presented to us as an unalloyed good, a way to remove tedium from our lives so we can spend our time on the things that truely matter. But is this really the case? In this episode, we take a closer look at automation: what it is... more
When you're trying to convince somebody of something (for example, to examine whether AI is a good thing), you need to know your audience. This episode is all about looking at programmers as a whole and identifying different groups, then thinking thr... more
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A plain speaking exploration of all the issues around AI. Really appreciate the variety of guests from different fields and backgrounds. Entertaining and eye-opening.
Thanks for starting up the show, I am a software engineer and it makes me feel so much less crazy that there are other dissenting voices out there in the field when it comes to AI and Big Tech in general. Keep up the great work!
I’m really looking forward to talking through the reality of AI with Ray!
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This podcast engages in rich discussions about the political implications of technology, focusing particularly on topics such as artificial intelligence, automation, and the ethical considerations surrounding digital innovations. Through a series of thought-provoking episodes, the hosts and their guests dissect various narratives concerning technology's impact on society, examining the tensions between corporate interests, labor rights, and public accountability. Unique to the show is its commitment to fostering a nuanced dialogue on the intersection of technology and politics, exploring both historical perspectives and forward-thinking approaches to navigating our increasingly tech-driven world.
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Recent guests on Politechs include:
1. Anna Colom
2. Brian Merchant
3. Dr. Chris Gilliard
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