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Ruined By The Internet?

Gareth King
Internet
The Internet
Social Media
Video Games
Games As a Service
Culture
Society
Video Game Journalism
Social Interaction
Mental Health
Online Dating
Artificial Intelligence
Monetization
Multiplayer Experience
Fortnite
Tiktok
Attention Span
Digital Devices
Dating Apps
Job Hunt

Ever feel like the internet ruined everything? Join us as we explore the impacts of the technology shaping Society, Culture & the Modern World. Through in-depth conversations with relevant experts, we investigate the arguments, examine the evidence, and uncover the true casualties of the web - and the things we're just looking at wrong. If you like what you hear, please follow the show, leave a re... more

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The internet promised a more informed society where anyone could share knowledge freely. However, many people feel it’s led to a crisis of trust where expertise is constantly challenged, and huge numbers of us struggle to discern fact from fiction.

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The internet was supposed to be where the free exchange of knowledge and ideas happened. Instead, it’s become a place increasingly controlled by a few companies, leading to the regular suppression of inconvenient or unpopular ideas.

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The internet has given us unprecedented connection, but thanks to relentless data retention and constant tracking of our every digital move, is it now virtually impossible to shed our old identity and start a new life undetected?

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With its constant presence and insatiable demand for attention, has the internet invaded our offline spaces, diminishing our ability to be truly present, and eroding the quality of our in-person experiences?

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Wouter Constant
Co-founder and researcher at Nosta, an open protocol for decentralized, censorship resistant communication.
Nosta
Episode: The Internet: has the internet been hijacked by corporate and government control? – Wouter Constant
Lachlan Jarvis
Private investigator, digital forensics expert, and Director of Lionswood Investigations
Lionswood Investigations
Episode: Truly Disappearing: has the internet’s perpetual surveillance killed the option to escape? – Lachlan Jarvis
Emily Toner
Clinical psychologist and international expert in mindfulness and mental health
Episode: Social Interaction: has the internet invaded our spaces and damaged our experiences? – Emily Toner
Charlie Hooper-Williams
Critically acclaimed composer, pianist, and creative coder
Way Beyond Music
Episode: Music: has the internet replaced artists with algorithms? – Charlie Hooper-Williams
Mark Kempster
A gambling reform advocate and member of Australia's Alliance for Gambling Reforms Voices of Lived Experience programme.
Australia's Alliance for Gambling Reforms
Episode: Gambling: has the internet turned your phone into a 24/7 addiction machine? – Mark Kempster
Colin Corby
Digital detox coach, technologist and CEO of Technology Well Being
Technology Well Being
Episode: The Human Identity: has the internet exchanged authenticity for audience? – Colin Corby
Dr. Justine Ferrer
Senior Lecturer in Human Resource Management at Deakin University
Deakin University
Episode: Human Resources: has the internet made the human-centric impersonal? – Dr Justine Ferrer
John DeDakis
Award-winning novelist, writing coach, and former CNN senior copy editor
Episode: Journalism & News: has the internet made everyone an expert journalist? – John DeDakis
Amanda Lotz
Award-winning author, professor and research leader at Queensland University of Technology's Digital Media Research Centre
Queensland University of Technology
Episode: Broadcast Television: has the internet left an entire business model for dead? – Amanda Lotz

Host

Gareth King
Host who engages deeply with guests from various fields, guiding discussions on the internet's social impact, technology, and human experience.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Fascinating!

    These discussions are brilliant. They voice the concerns within myself that I constantly try to ignore. I appreciate that solutions are brought up, it keeps a heavy subject lighter. Great show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jessi Hartnett
    United Statesa month ago
  • Bad and oogly

    Propaganda to justify government’s assault on the internet. Internet is too free and the people at the top don’t like that freedom. They want to be able to censor and control information, unmask everyone, and monitor everyone’s activity.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    barbadenis
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great concept!

    Love this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1980ed1980
    Australia4 months ago
  • Thoughtful and thought-provoking

    I love the topic of this podcast and the gentle way it goes about examining how the internet has changed our world so rapidly. It asks the right questions and provides us with concrete steps for how to move forward. The guests are consistently interesting and Gareth King guides the interview in such a way that I assume he’s been doing this professionally for years. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Canadian Townie
    Canada4 months ago
  • A really interesting and informative listen

    A huge subject to explore and the first episodes have been fascinating. I look forward to hearing more from Gareth and his subject matter experts over coming episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    R_J*23
    Australia5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the mix of expert narratives and personal stories that shed light on lesser-known impacts of technology.
Some feedback suggests a desire for more diverse viewpoints in discussions on technology's influence.
Insightful discussions that highlight the complexities of internet-era issues.

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#50
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#23
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Apple Podcasts
#7
New Zealand/Technology
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#208
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Truly Disappearing: has the internet’s perpetual surveillance killed the option to escape? – Lachlan Jarvis
Q: Is it really possible to disappear in today's digital world?
It is possible but requires considerable effort, including changing your identity, living off the grid, and being strategic about the information you leave behind.
Truly Disappearing: has the internet’s perpetual surveillance killed the option to escape? – Lachlan Jarvis
Q: Can you explain the difference between an active and passive digital footprint?
An active footprint is what people choose to post about themselves on social media, while a passive footprint comprises data collected without a user's explicit intention, like browsing history recorded by ISPs.
Video Games: has the internet turned fun into a subscription service? – Steve Wright
Q: What impact has games as a service had on the types of games or experiences that players seek out and enjoy these days?
Steve points out that while games as a service models allow for communities and friendships, they also introduce problematic financial implications and can change player behavior related to spending.
Video Games: has the internet turned fun into a subscription service? – Steve Wright
Q: Having been covering games for so long now, did you ever expect the Internet to kind of involve itself and change the industry as drastically as it has? What surprised you the most?
Steve mentions that while he thinks the Internet has overall been a good thing, he acknowledges that there are aspects of change in the gaming industry over the last decade that aren't ideal.
Video Games: has the internet turned fun into a subscription service? – Steve Wright
Q: Can you tell us a bit about what you do and the journey that led you to this point?
Steve describes his move from Canada to Australia, the unexpected evolution of his travel blog into a video game journalism outlet, and the focus of survivor.com on video games since 2009.

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Exploring the complexities and consequences of the internet on contemporary society, this series engages with experts from various domains to dissect the influence of technology on culture, human behavior, and social interactions. Episodes cover a broad range of topics, such as the challenges of digital privacy, the evolution of social media, the impacts on mental health, and the effects on traditional industries like journalism and music. By bringing in a diverse slate of guests, the conversations are both insightful and thought-provoking, aiming to highlight both the detrimental and beneficial aspects of the digital age. This podcast stands out for its commitment to presenting multiple viewpoints, encouraging listeners to critically asses... more

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