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Tech Won't Save Us

Paris Marx
Openai
Effective Altruism
Social Media
Distributed AI Research Institute
Labor Exploitation
Gaza
Sam Altman
Tech Industry
AI Regulations
Military Technology
Artificial Intelligence
Capitalism
AI Development
Microsoft
Naomi Klein
Technology
US Government
Spotify
Generative AI
Accelerationism

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 Liz Pelly to discuss how Spotify changes how we listen to music and the broader impacts it has on the wider music industry. This episode previously aired in February 2025.

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Paris Marx is joined by Jathan Sadowski and Brian Merchant to reflect on the year in tech, discuss the worst people in Silicon Valley, and share what they’ll be keeping an eye on in 2026.

Jathan Sadowski is the author of The Mechanic and the Luddite... more

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Paris Marx is joined by Cam Wilson to discuss the new social media age limit in Australia, including how successful the rollout has been so far and the missed opportunities of taking a more nuanced regulatory approach.

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Paris Marx is joined by Ben Wray to discuss the Europe’s capitulation to pressure from the United States on Nexperia, as well as on digital protections and labor rights that could have big implications for the future of work.

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Recent Guests

Jathan Sadowski
Author of The Mechanic and the Luddite, co-host of This Machine Kills
Monash University
Episode: The Year in Tech w/ Jathan Sadowski & Brian Merchant
Cam Wilson
Associate Editor at Crikey and co-author of Conspiracy Nation
Crikey
Episode: How Effective is Australia’s Social Media Age Limit? w/ Cam Wilson
Ben Wray
Researcher specializing in the platform economy, writer of the Gig Economy Project newsletter, and author of reports including 'Uberisation'
Episode: Europe’s Subservience to the United States w/ Ben Wray
Ketan Joshi
A climate writer and data analyst based in Oslo, working with climate and environmental groups.
Episode: Data Centers Are a Climate Enemy w/ Ketan Joshi
Doug Gordon
TV producer, co-host of The War on Cars podcast
The War on Cars
Episode: Why We Need a War on Cars w/ Doug Gordon and Sarah Goodyear
Sarah Goodyear
Journalist, co-host of The War on Cars podcast
The War on Cars
Episode: Why We Need a War on Cars w/ Doug Gordon and Sarah Goodyear
Jacob Silverman
Independent journalist and author of Gilded Rage
Episode: The Gilded Rage of Tech Billionaires w/ Jacob Silverman
Tina Nguyen
Senior reporter for The Verge and author of The MAGA Diaries, covering right-wing movements and their dynamics with technology.
The Verge
Episode: The Growing Divide Between MAGA and Big Tech w/ Tina Nguyen
Caroline Haskins
Staff writer at Wired
Wired
Episode: Palantir is Thriving Under Trump w/ Caroline Haskins

Host

Paris Marx
Host of the series who critically examines the relationship between technology and societal issues, often emphasizing the political dimensions of the tech industry.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.7k ratings
  • Great Young Wolves

    In my attempt to tell stories on the way tech impacts society I always tried to dig up the work of the young wolves, being a grey old one myself. Paris for sure is one of them, he’s well informed and knows how to tell a story. I hope he inspires lots of people, the way he inspires those students of mine who don’t mistake class for a bedroom. Thanks for keeping up, Paris.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ben M. Caudron
    Belgium2 months ago
  • Most Needed Podcast

    This is the most needed podcast of the past 2-5 years. I am so thankful for it! Thorough information and analysis from a quite reasonable and pretty objective perspective.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StardustBabe
    United States2 months ago
  • One and only

    The only tech focused show that doesn’t shy away from political economy or lose sight of the forest (neoliberal/neocolonial supremacy) for the trees (tech drama du jour).

    That Paris can navigate the thorny topics without ever losing his cool is extra remarkable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crystalash
    United States2 months ago
  • The best

    300 episodes after its inception Tech Won't Save Us is still my favourite podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    One tech user
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Great Podcast Paris.. this is the dialogue we need about tech.. congrats on ep 300 👏

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Ridley-Walker
    2 months ago

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The podcast is praised for tackling complex subjects without shying away from political discussions.
Feedback indicates a strong engagement with the themes of social justice, making it a resonant source for listeners interested in these topics.
Overall, many express gratitude for the podcast's insights into pressing tech-related issues.
Some reviews express frustration over perceived biases, particularly towards leftist viewpoints, hinting at a polarized audience.
Listeners appreciate the well-researched and critical analysis of the tech industry.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#75
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#48
United Kingdom/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#26
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Apple Podcasts
#46
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#54
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#67
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Silicon Valley Doesn’t Know What Makes a Good City w/ Joanne McNeil
Q: What is the experience of running into these vehicles?
I definitely got in some grimy Waymos. It was just like so dirty. I couldn't get over how it was just like so disgusting.
Silicon Valley Doesn’t Know What Makes a Good City w/ Joanne McNeil
Q: What keeps you interested in this subject matter that kind of keeps you coming back to it?
Part of it is as someone who writes science fiction, who grew up reading science fiction, I'm fascinated with this conundrum we have right now of automation as something that's not one or the other, but something blended.
The Growing Divide Between MAGA and Big Tech w/ Tina Nguyen
Q: So I wonder what you think of the state of that relationship between Silicon Valley and the Trump administration at the moment.
Tina suggests that while big tech sees benefits in aligning with the Trump administration for investments, major ideological rifts persist, especially regarding immigration and labor policies, indicating that MAGA might not fully trust big tech long term.
The Growing Divide Between MAGA and Big Tech w/ Tina Nguyen
Q: Can you talk to me a bit about how you saw that alliance kind of coming together?
Tina reveals her shifting understanding of the relationship between Trump and tech, initially seeing it as a merger of interests, but later recognizing a fundamental difference in values between tech leaders and the MAGA movement, driven by profit motives versus ideological commitments.
How China’s Renewable Push Upends Geopolitics w/ Kate Mackenzie & Tim Sahay
Q: What does this model of electrification mean for global geopolitics?
As China transitions to an electrostate, it potentially shifts global energy alliances and economic strategies, affecting U.S. dominance and offering alternatives to developing countries.

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The content focuses on critical discussions surrounding the intersection of technology, politics, and society. Key topics include digital sovereignty, the environmental impact of tech infrastructure, and the influence of the tech industry on political narratives. By featuring expert guests from various fields, the discussions encompass significant themes such as climate change, the societal implications of emerging technologies, and the need for accountability within the corporate tech landscape. A particularly noteworthy aspect of this series is its willingness to challenge dominant narratives within Silicon Valley, emphasizing that solutions to societal issues require more than technological advancements alone. This approach positions the... more

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4. Ketan Joshi
5. Doug Gordon
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7. Jacob Silverman
8. Tina Nguyen

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