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Somewhere on Earth: The Global Tech Podcast

Ania Lichtarowicz
Artificial Intelligence
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Myanmar
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Somewhere on Earth: The Global Tech Podcast - Tech That Actually MattersIf you’re tired of hype, gadgets-for-gadget’s-sake, and the same recycled tech headlines, welcome to Somewhere on Earth (SOEP) - the weekly global tech podcast that digs way deeper.Made by and hosted by the ex-BBC World Service Digital Planet team (yes, the award-winning crew behind 21+ years of world-leading tech journalism a... more

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Latest Episodes

AI takes on marine wildlife traffickers

Wildlife trafficking doesn't just involve rhino horn and elephant ivory. Marine species such as shark fins, seahorses and sea cucumbers are also smuggled around the world, threatening vulnerable ecosystems. Res... more

The Tiny Liquid-Metal Pump That Could Transform Robotics

Soft robotics is one of the fastest-growing fields in technology, drawing inspiration from nature to create machines that are flexible, adaptable and safer for human interaction. In this episo... more

Recorded during rehearsals for the very first East Midlands Tech Week, this special edition of Somewhere on Earth: The Global Tech Podcast celebrates 10 years of the Energy Research Accelerator (ERA) and the Midlands’ extraordinary history of innovat... more

Refrigeration’s Climate Problem and the Startup Trying to Solve It

Refrigeration is responsible for a huge share of global carbon emissions but Colombian startup NanoFreeze believes biotechnology could change that. Founder and CEO Isabel Pulido expla... more

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Recent Guests

Isabel Pulido
Founder and CEO of NanoFreeze
NanoFreeze
Episode: The Cooling Revolution: How Technology Could Cut Refrigeration Emissions by 50%
Reginé Gilbert
Inclusive design expert and editor of Digital Accessibility Ethics
Digital Accessibility Ethics
Episode: The Cooling Revolution: How Technology Could Cut Refrigeration Emissions by 50%
Yang Zhizhu
Professor, Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation
Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation
Episode: The AI Contact Lens That Could Prevent Blindness and The Women Rewriting Silicon Valley
Elle DeVitte
Former tech consulting and finance professional, founder of the Moxie Foundation
Moxie Foundation
Episode: The AI Contact Lens That Could Prevent Blindness and The Women Rewriting Silicon Valley
Nikki Gladstone
Director of RightsCon at Access Now
Access Now
Episode: RightsCon 2026 Cancelled Last Minute: Global Tech Summit Shock + The New Gateway to Doing Business in Africa
Victor Famubode
Head of Business at Itana
Itana
Episode: RightsCon 2026 Cancelled Last Minute: Global Tech Summit Shock + The New Gateway to Doing Business in Africa
Abigail Hoover
CEO and founder of Orbiventure
Orbiventure
Episode: AI Voice Clones Are Clearer Than Humans, and Satellites Are Transforming Fishing
Tim Sirittrick
Co-founder of the Institute for Driverless Transport
Institute for Driverless Transport
Episode: Driverless Taxis Are Here 🚕 No Humans, No Steering Wheel. And the Hidden Fibre Network Powering It All
Svante Jurnel
Co-founder of Optic Tunnels
Optic Tunnels
Episode: Driverless Taxis Are Here 🚕 No Humans, No Steering Wheel. And the Hidden Fibre Network Powering It All

Host

Ania Lichtarowicz
Lead host with a track record covering global tech policy, digital rights, and technology's societal impact. Associated with international tech journalism and governance discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Good tech info

    Podcast Addict
    4
    LankyG
    a month ago
  • Awesome info!!!

    This is such a great information. I am so glad I found this podcast. Please keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MichelleW328
    United States2 months ago
  • Love this show. Tells you how tech really impacts your life. Also tells stories from all over the world. Love the presenters, knowledgeable and friendly. This is my favourite tech podcast. Highly recommended.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Techgirl123
    a year ago
  • Audio on one side

    Great podcast but last week and this week the audio is only on the left hand side. Julian from Holmfirth West Yorkshire

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Juli-Juan
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Tech stories you won't hear anywhere else and no gadgets or toys.

    Podchaser
    5
    Ania Lichtarowicz
    2 years ago

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The Dark Side of the Kill Switch: Inside 2025's Record-Breaking Internet Shutdowns
Q: What is the VPN paradox discussed in the episode?
VPNs are essential for privacy and cybersecurity, yet policymakers push for age verification and restrictions, which could hamper legitimate uses and privacy, creating a paradox between protection and access to information.
The Dark Side of the Kill Switch: Inside 2025's Record-Breaking Internet Shutdowns
Q: How is satellite internet like Starlink impacting these dynamics?
Satellite internet provides a lifeline where terrestrial networks are shut down, but authorities are increasingly targeting these services to maintain control, including legal penalties in some places for using such devices.
The Dark Side of the Kill Switch: Inside 2025's Record-Breaking Internet Shutdowns
Q: Where are the shutdowns concentrated, and which country has emerged as a leading perpetrator?
Shutdowns are globally distributed but have surged in conflict and protest zones; Myanmar has become the leading perpetrator in recent years due to military actions and governance tactics, overtaking India in some metrics.
The Dark Side of the Kill Switch: Inside 2025's Record-Breaking Internet Shutdowns
Q: What exactly is an internet shutdown?
An internet shutdown is an intentional disruption of internet or electronic communications, aiming to render services inaccessible for a specific population or location, ranging from full network outages to platform blocks and lasting for over an hour.
Driverless Taxis Are Here 🚕 No Humans, No Steering Wheel. And the Hidden Fibre Network Powering It All
Q: What about safety—how safe are driverless vehicles compared to human drivers?
The guest notes that while autonomous systems have demonstrated very strong safety records in large-scale operation, comparing safety directly to human drivers is complex due to different operating environments and data availability; nonetheless, the data shows no human fatalities in widespread Waymo operations and emphasizes ongoing monitoring and risk assessment.

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Global tech storytelling that goes beyond hype to explore tech's real-world impact across cultures and societies. Episodes mix policy, privacy, sustainability, and innovation through interviews with policymakers, researchers, and founders tackling issues like border tech, AI sustainability, open financial inclusion, and gender-focused enterprise. Notable strengths include long-form, data-driven analysis, international perspectives, and a willingness to surface underreported tech stories, from digital rights to climate-aware computing. The show often features practitioners and researchers who bring pragmatic insights for readers seeking to understand how technology changes people's lives around the world. Potential listeners will likely find... more

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2. Reginé Gilbert
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