Somewhere on Earth: The Global Tech Podcast
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If 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.Hosted by the ex-BBC World Service Digital Planet team (yes, the award-winning crew behind 21+ years of world-leading tech journalism and 1.5M a... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 144 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsTech NewsTechnology | |||
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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 Addict57 months agoTechgirl123- 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 Podcasts1Juli-Juan
United Kingdoma year ago Tech stories you won't hear anywhere else and no gadgets or toys.
Podchaser5a year agoAnia Lichtarowicz- The place for insight on the importance of technology as a cultural driver
Technology is fundamentally intertwined with the way we live. This is the only show which appreciates that.
Presented with clarity and a lightness of touch, true expertise able to provide clear and meaningful analysis. The show rises far above the parroting of tech marketing hype common to other shows obsessed with business angles.
Tech is part of culture and this show gets it!
Apple Podcasts5Bill Gates obvs!United Kingdom2 years ago - Unheard tech stories - fascinating listen
Hearing tech stories that aren’t reported anywhere else and a different take on mainstream tech from a global perspective. Nothing else like it out there. Highly recommended, great listen and very good sound.
Apple Podcasts5Vilnius girlUnited Kingdom2 years ago
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This show explores the intricate interplay between technology and daily life, shedding light on how emerging trends shape culture and society. It focuses on lesser-known tech narratives from around the globe, steering away from gadget-centric discussions to highlight the broader implications of technology in contemporary issues. With a mix of interviews, case studies, and expert insights, it engages listeners by connecting personal and global technology stories to larger societal themes, aiming to inspire change through informed discussions.
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