
“Hard Fork” is a show about the future that’s already here. Each week, journalists Kevin Roose and Casey Newton explore and make sense of the latest in the rapidly changing world of tech. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcas... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 195 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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That story was very troubling. What a sad ending for the company. Thanks for sharing.
This has become my favorite podcast. I am interested in tech but never worked in tech. I am interested in science, but am not a scientist. This podcast gives me the right level of news, insight and analysis about the most important tech issues of our time. And, Casey and Kevin are very funny!
Absolutely brilliant! These guys know their stuff and deliver efficiently and superbly. Plus, (icing on the cake) they’re hilarious.
A total must !!!
This podcast has all the excitement you’d expect of two married people talking at each other. It was a lot more interesting when AI was trying to end a marriage and the other single host was talking every episode about dating apps and how ridiculous the dating scene is in SF. There’s very little that’s relatable from two people who are in happy relationships. Unless you are into the highlights of Bay Area tech bro “culture”.
I enjoy the information I get from this podcast, but the jaunty tone about AI slop, and the enthusiasm about the latest AI models, is hard to take. This stuff is coming for the jobs of everyone who works in a creative field, including the hosts of Hard Fork. As a writer myself, it’s truly hard for me to understand a writer being excited that a new AI model can closely mimic his writing style and reasoning.
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The content focuses on the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, particularly artificial intelligence and its societal implications. The hosts explore a range of topics including privacy concerns, regulatory issues, and innovative technologies that are shaping the future. Each episode often features interviews with industry leaders and experts who provide unique insights into the challenges and advancements in tech, coupled with engaging discussions and personal anecdotes that enhance the storytelling experience. A notable aspect of the content is its blend of critical analysis and humor, making complex technological concepts accessible and relatable to a wider audience.
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Recent guests on Hard Fork include:
1. Jonathan Haidt
2. PJ Vogt
3. Kate Conger
4. Sam Rodriques
5. Colin Angle
6. Andy Masley
7. Josh Woodward
8. Dean Ball
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