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TechTank is a biweekly podcast from The Brookings Institution exploring the most consequential technology issues of our time. From artificial intelligence and racial bias in algorithms, to Big Tech, the future of work, and the digital divide, TechTank takes abstract ideas and makes them accessible. Moderators Dr. Nicol Turner Lee and Darrell West speak with leading technology experts and policymak... more

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Recent Guests

Justin Sherman
Founder and CEO of Global Cyber Strategies, and fellow at the Atlantic Council's Cyber Statecraft Initiative.
Global Cyber Strategies
Episode: 'Navigating Technology and National Security’ with author Justin Sherman
Eszter Hargittai
Professor and Chair of Internet Use and Society at the Institute of Communication and Media Research, University of Zurich
University of Zurich
Episode: 'Wired Wisdom': A conversation with author Eszter Hargittai on older populations
Tim Wu
Julius Silver Professor of Law, Science and Technology at Columbia Law School
Columbia Law School
Episode: The Age of Extraction: A discussion on Tim Wu's new book
Marietje Schaake
Former MEP in the European Parliament and author of 'The Tech Coup, How to Save Democracy from Silicon Valley'.
Stanford University Cyber Policy Center; Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence
Episode: On European digital sovereignty and platform regulation with Marietje Schaake
Aaron Klein
Senior Fellow within the Center on Regulation and Markets at the Brookings Institution
The Brookings Institution
Episode: Will AI democratize financial services?
Anna Gomez
FCC Commissioner and the only Democrat on the FCC
Federal Communications Commission
Episode: FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez talks about the future of the communications landscape
Kelvin Beachum
Tackle for the Arizona Cardinals with a long career in the NFL.
Arizona Cardinals
Episode: How the NFL is using technology to improve performance
Arthur Daemmrich
Professor of practice at Arizona State University and director of the Consortium for Science Policy and Outcomes.
Arizona State University
Episode: How the NFL is using technology to improve performance
Zarah Guillemet
Rising senior at Marlboro School and researcher working with Raj Korpan.
Marlboro School
Episode: Measuring Black women’s trust in AI

Hosts

Nicol Turner Lee
Co-host, Director of the Center for Technology Innovation, and Publisher of the Tech Tank Newsletter.
Darrell West
Co-host, Senior Fellow in the Center for Technology Innovation at the Brookings Institution.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
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    United States5 years ago
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    United States5 years ago
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    United States5 years ago
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    United States5 years ago
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'Navigating Technology and National Security’ with author Justin Sherman
Q: What findings surprised you while researching for the book?
I found it interesting how historical patterns in technology regulation have persisted, especially the consistent complaints about transparency from industry.
'Navigating Technology and National Security’ with author Justin Sherman
Q: What motivated you to write your book and what gap in public understanding of policy did you want to address?
My motivation was to show how technology impacts security but also how the government approaches these challenges, focusing on national security rather than consumer protection.
The Age of Extraction: A discussion on Tim Wu's new book
Q: How do you reconcile the differences in extraction between e-commerce platforms and social media?
Wu argues that both types of platforms engage in value extraction, whether it's monetizing data or collecting fees, emphasizing fairness in exchanges.
The Age of Extraction: A discussion on Tim Wu's new book
Q: What drove you to write this book now?
Wu shares that the book reflects his journey from being optimistic about the internet to realizing the detrimental effects of platform consolidation.
FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez talks about the future of the communications landscape
Q: What is next for the communications landscape considering the political pressures?
We need to find affordable access to infrastructure that supports AI and ensure that everyone can participate in the new version of the economy with high-speed broadband access.

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A biweekly podcast dedicated to unpacking pressing technology issues, focusing on topics like artificial intelligence, racial bias in algorithms, and the implications of Big Tech. The episodes feature discussions with experts and policymakers who provide insights and data-driven perspectives, aiming to make complex issues more accessible to listeners. The hosts, both affiliated with a prominent research institution, engage in thoughtful dialogues while prioritizing public understanding of how technology shapes society, the economy, and governance. This series stands out for its commitment to exploring the intersection of technology and public policy, making it essential for those interested in current tech-related debates.

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2. Eszter Hargittai
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4. Marietje Schaake
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7. Kelvin Beachum
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