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Tech Won't Save Us

Paris Marx
Elon Musk
Generative AI
Artificial Intelligence
Silicon Valley
Social Media
Data Centers
Openai
Microsoft
Digital Sovereignty
Tech Industry
Climate Change
Google
Donald Trump
Peter Thiel
Streaming Services
Technology
Spotify
Trump Administration
Fossil Fuels
Big Tech

Silicon Valley wants to shape our future, but why should we let it? Every Thursday, Paris Marx is joined by a new guest to critically examine the tech industry, its big promises, and the people behind them. Tech Won’t Save Us challenges the notion that tech alone can drive our world forward by showing that separating tech from politics has consequences for us all, especially the most vulnerable. I... more

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Paris Marx is joined by Ben Tarnoff and Quinn Slobodian to discuss their new book Muskism which explores how Elon Musk exemplifies a new economic system shaping our lives, similar to Fordism in the twentieth century.

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Paris Marx is joined by Brian Merchant to discuss Apple’s announcement that Tim Cook is stepping down as CEO, including his history and legacy, and what may be next for the company.

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Paris Marx is joined by Karl Bode to discuss how tech journalists coupled with corporate interests are irresponsibly boosting the profile of tech CEOs, further damaging public trust in institutional journalism and highlighting the need for publicly f... more

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Paris Marx is joined by Dara Kerr to discuss how Elon’s decision to prioritize aesthetics over safety has created a safety crisis causing people to burn alive in their Cybertrucks and other Tesla vehicles.

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Recent Guests

Karl Bode
Freelance reporter, writer of The Fine Print newsletter
The Fine Print, freelance
Episode: The Problem with "CEO Said a Thing" Journalism w/ Karl Bode
Dara Kerr
Tech reporter at The Guardian (US)
The Guardian US
Episode: Cybertrucks Are a Safety Disaster w/ Dara Kerr
Amanda Mull
Bloomberg Businessweek senior reporter and Buying Power columnist
Bloomberg Businessweek
Episode: Take A Break From The Feed w/ Amanda Mull
Spencer Ackerman
Writer and journalist focused on security and foreign policy
Episode: The Long History of the US War on Iran w/ Spencer Ackerman
Amanda Hanna-McLeer
Writer, director and educator
Luddite Club (documentary project)
Episode: The Luddite Club is For Everyone w/ Amanda Hanna-McLeer & Lucy Jackson
Lucy Jackson
Early member of The Luddite Club
The Luddite Club
Episode: The Luddite Club is For Everyone w/ Amanda Hanna-McLeer & Lucy Jackson
James Vincent
Journalist and author; Harper's piece on humanoid robots
Harper's Magazine
Episode: What’s Driving the Push For Humanoid Robots w/ James Vincent
Thea Riofrancos
Associate professor of political science at Providence College and strategic co-director of the Climate and Community Institute
Providence College
Episode: The Green Transition Needs So Much Mining w/ Thea Riofrancos
AS Hamrah
Film critic at N Plus One and author of Algorithm of the Night and Last Week in End Times Cinema.
Episode: Netflix Buying Warner Would Be a Disaster w/ AS Hamrah

Host

Paris Marx
Host and creator of critical discussions around technology, politics, and social issues. Paris brings a deep understanding of how the tech industry intersects with society.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.8k ratings
  • Great pod. While some topics repeat, it's depth rather than novelty that brings me back. Paris is a great interviewer to friendly guests - don't expect investigative interviews or muckraking, these are conversations between those critical of establishment politics and industry, and are almost always filtered through a left lense. Expect extremely educated conversations breaking down both detail and context for a wide range of listeners, it's useful for perspective even to those deep in tech.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    kenfinite
    2 months ago
  • Quitting series and do not bite the dust series

    I really enjoy this pod I feel smarter after each episode. I have the goals for this year to quit some platforms. I’d like to suggest a series of episodes with experts or your ideas for steps to quit a specific platform and steps to take care of before permanently deleting an account, how to back up etc. a second series idea could be preventing to be the another one who bites the dust like the Queen song new apps to tech we should be careful BEFORE we sign up and prevent giving them new of our d... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yoipod4yBB
    United States2 months ago
  • Niedermeyer

    Can you stop saying ( like ) all the time when it is not like. Stop ending your sentence your sentences with (right). Is that now a statement or a question? If your smart don’t speak as if you are a valley girl from the eighties.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    johnfivethousand
    United States2 months ago
  • Host reads Bloomberg?

    Subscribes to Bloomberg. Thought I found a show hosted by someone with an intelligent soul who gave a damn about our country and wasn't part of the cabal destroying America

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Huge Fan only one critique
    United States5 months ago
  • my favourite podcast!

    has influenced my politics a lot

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S et v
    Australia5 months ago

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Reviews emphasize the show's depth and educational value, advocating for its necessity in understanding the socio-political dynamics of technology.
Many appreciate the host's ability to navigate complex subjects without losing composure, signaling a thoughtful approach to often contentious discussions.
Some criticism exists surrounding perceived bias, particularly from listeners expecting a more neutral treatment of tech topics, indicating the podcast's clear political leanings.
Listeners praise the podcast for its critical lens on the tech industry, specifically highlighting its focus on the political economy surrounding technology.

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Apple Podcasts
#84
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Spotify
#50
United Kingdom/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#41
Canada/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#74
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Apple Podcasts
#95
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Apple Podcasts
#128
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Tim Cook’s Real Legacy at Apple w/ Brian Merchant
Q: What are the broader consequences of the supply chain changes Cook implemented, particularly regarding labor and geopolitics?
The changes created intense dependence on a global manufacturing web, especially in China, which brought geopolitical tensions into Apple's core operations. Labor conditions, such as those at Foxconn, became central to discussions of ethics, sustainability, and the social costs of maintaining a highly profitable hardware business.
Tim Cook’s Real Legacy at Apple w/ Brian Merchant
Q: Can you talk to us a bit about who Tim Cook was under Jobs, and how he really remade the manufacturing footprint in Apple?
Tim Cook was a uniquely operational leader who, under Jobs, emerged as the architect of Apple's vast manufacturing footprint. He focused on supply chain efficiency, global production networks, and later diversified some risk away from a single region, embedding a system that could scale mass production of complex devices while maintaining design and hardware strength.
The Problem with "CEO Said a Thing" Journalism w/ Karl Bode
Q: Why does tech media report on these tech CEOs in the way that it does?
The guest argues that consolidation, ownership by affluent media interests, and commercial incentives have turned many outlets into vehicles for marketing narratives rather than rigorous journalism, leading to CEO-centric coverage that lacks critical scrutiny.
Elon Musk and Jeffrey Epstein w/ Ed Niedermeyer
Q: I want to explore the first year a bit more and how they get to know one another. How does Elon Musk ultimately get connected with Epstein, and what role did Epstein's social capital play?
Epstein pursued Musk via a web of social connections, leveraging Kimball Musk and intermediaries like Boris Nikolic to access Musk's circle. The connection relied on social currency, gifts, and arrangements that positioned Musk as a rising star within elite networks, rather than through direct business necessity, illustrating how influence is cultivated before any formal deal.
Elon Musk and Jeffrey Epstein w/ Ed Niedermeyer
Q: But before we dig into those specifics, I want to ask you what you make of what we've been learning about the tech industry and broader elite society from the Epstein files?
The Epstein files reveal that power is often exercised through social networks and currency beyond conventional market signals, with elites coordinating across business, government, and media to maintain their position. This suggests that understanding tech history requires looking at how relationships and prestige drive decisions as much as, or more than, pure financial metrics.

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The discussions revolve around the intersection of technology and critical social issues, emphasizing the intricate relationships between the tech industry, politics, and societal implications. Each episode often features guests who are experts in their fields, from climate justice activists to film critics, analyzing topics such as mining for renewable energy, the impacts of streaming platforms on artistry, and the ethical dilemmas posed by emerging technologies. This podcast uniquely combines technology discourse with social critique, attracting listeners who are interested in understanding how advancements in technology can affect marginalized communities and environmental sustainability. Additionally, the podcast aims to stimulate thoug... more

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