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Tech Won't Save Us

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

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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Hyperscale data centers are not an inevitable infrastructure, but a product of capitalist financialization pushing us further from a livable future. Ingrid Burrington interviews Paris Marx about his new book Hyperscale, discussing the history behind ... more

Data centers are being approved without proper oversight into their broader impacts, but there are organizations pushing back. Martha Dark joins Paris Marx to discuss her work at Foxglove and how legal challenges against data centers are imposing str... more

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Brazil’s renewable energy is being exploited to justify unnecessary data center construction. Laís Martins joins Paris Marx to discuss why the renewable energy sector is behind a rise in Brazilian data center development, how this is impacting commun... more

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Tech companies are working with the fossil fuel industry to push unnecessary data center projects while misrepresenting the climate impact — and governments are letting it all happen. Ketan Joshi joins Paris Marx to discuss how the data center buildo... more

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Recent Guests

Laís Martins
Technology reporter at The Intercept Brasil
The Intercept Brasil
Episode: Brazil’s Data Center Boom is Enabled by Renewables Firms w/ Laís Martins
Ketan Joshi
Climate writer and data analyst based in Oslo
Independent researcher / climate groups
Episode: The AI Buildout is a Boon for the Fossil Fuel Industry w/ Ketan Joshi
Ali Alkhatib
Former head of the Center for Applied Data Ethics at the University of San Francisco
University of San Francisco
Episode: Data Vampires Redux: Sacrificing for AI (Episode 3)
Dan McQuillan
Lecturer at Goldsmiths, University of London; author of Resisting AI
Goldsmiths, University of London
Episode: Data Vampires Redux: Sacrificing for AI (Episode 3)
Alex Hanna
Director of Research at the Distributed AI Research Institute
Distributed AI Research Institute
Episode: Data Vampires Redux: Sacrificing for AI (Episode 3)
Sasha Luccioni
Co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Sustainable AI Group
Sustainable AI Group
Episode: Data Vampires Redux: Sacrificing for AI (Episode 3)
Cecilia Rikap
University College London Professor; expert on AI and power
University College London
Episode: Data Vampires Redux: Sacrificing for AI (Episode 3)
Sebastián Lehuede
Lecturer at King's College London researching data centers
King's College London
Episode: Data Vampires Redux: Opposing Data Centers (Episode 2)
Aurora Gomez Delgado
Organizer of Tu Nube Seca Mi Río (Your Cloud is Drying My River)
Tu Nube Seca Mi Río
Episode: Data Vampires Redux: Opposing Data Centers (Episode 2)

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Paris Marx
Host of the show; conducts critical tech/economy conversations and policy analysis.,The Nation

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.9k ratings
  • Great podcast

    Always illuminating, Paris and team really cut through the fawning propaganda of the tech press and Silicon Valley. Tech won’t save us really is a gem of show. Thank you for your energy and passion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cwhaggarty
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Well rounded and well researched

    The podcast does a great job picking a variety of topics in the tech industry and the guest is always well informed on the topic. Paris does a great job as a host, bringing good knowledge about the topic but also curiosity and truly engaging in the conversation.

    This had been a great add to my podcast rotation list!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maxandthepurpledinos
    Canada5 months ago
  • Real information

    Amazing podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jesseb1
    United States5 months ago
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    Apple Podcasts
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    Australia5 months ago
  • Pause Words

    Explanation for 2 Stars: Here’s the thing. The reporting is solid. The insights are solid.

    Paris Marx says “Y’know” SO OFTEN it’s distracting enough I had to turn it off. It became an unwilling drinking game that would have sent anyone to the ER within the first 10 minutes.

    If Marx could do any work whatsoever to get his pause words under control, or at least let AI edit them out, and subsequently spare me an aggregate 9 minutes per podcast he’s saying “Y’know” I think I’d actually enjoy the s... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    TwitchyMcKid
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Thoughtful, well-researched critique of tech hype and Silicon Valley narratives.
A few reviews note heavy political framing but still appreciate depth and insight.
Engaging host with clear, critical perspectives on policy and society.
Compelling guests and rigorous analysis on tech's political economy.
High-quality discussions that connect technology to real-world public issues.

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#68
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#61
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#49
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#86
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#118
Germany/Technology

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Shopify’s Leaders Are Pushing Right-Wing Politics in Canada w/ Rachel Gilmore
Q: What evidence suggests Shopify's leadership has influenced Canadian policy?
There are documented meetings with the prime minister and briefing notes acknowledging consultation on tax credits; Build Canada memos closely resemble enacted policies; and public endorsements by executives align with policy shifts.
Shopify’s Leaders Are Pushing Right-Wing Politics in Canada w/ Rachel Gilmore
Q: How does Build Canada function as a channel for policy proposals and who is involved?
Build Canada started as a WhatsApp group among Shopify executives and other tech leaders, expanded into a public website listing memos and policy ideas, and ultimately influenced government consultations and certain policy decisions.
Librarians Are Helping the Public Ditch AI w/ Hannah Cyrus & Alison Macrina
Q: What does it mean to be a digital media librarian today, and what does the job look like in practice?
The role involves a broad range of tasks from helping patrons apply for online services to teaching privacy, security, and critical technology literacy, with a strong emphasis on human guidance and building trust.
Prediction Markets Want to Financialize Everything w/ Jathan Sadowski
Q: What are the potential societal risks of these markets?
They can incentivize insider information, influence media and public discourse, and transform opinions into tradable assets, which may undermine trust and exacerbate social inequalities.
Prediction Markets Want to Financialize Everything w/ Jathan Sadowski
Q: What are prediction markets and why are they becoming mainstream?
They are markets that trade contracts on the likelihood of future events, expanding beyond sports into politics, culture, and economics, driven by a combination of historical precedents and rapid venture-capital-backed growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tech Won't Save Us

What is Tech Won't Save Us about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show offers sharp critiques of tech industry narratives, analyzing how digital platforms, AI, data centers, and governance intersect with politics, labor, and public policy. Episodes frequently feature researchers, journalists, and policy experts who unpack systemic risks, regulatory gaps, and the social implications of technological change, often arguing that corporate power and state actions shape technology in ways that affect public goods, democratic accountability, and everyday life. A standout characteristic is its willingness to connect tech hype to broader political economy, including labor, privacy, and public infrastructure, with guests who bring historical context and policy critique. This makes it a compelling listen for dec... more

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2. Ketan Joshi
3. Ali Alkhatib
4. Dan McQuillan
5. Alex Hanna
6. Sasha Luccioni
7. Cecilia Rikap
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