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A show from WFMU about our shift to a digital future. Mark Hurst interviews creators and thinkers about technology, community, videogames, and whatever else is next.

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Latest Episodes

A visit to Repair Cafe El Barrio

Kirk Pearson - "Theme from Techtonic"

- "Mark's intro"

- "A visit to Repair Café El Barrio" [0:04:26]

- "Mark's comments" [0:34:57]

MrWeebl - "Badger Badger" [0:56:05]

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Kirk Pearson - "Theme from Techtonic" [0:00:00]

- "Pledge! w/Mark and Jesse Jarnow" - Call 800-989-9368

Marathon week 2 w/cohost Jesse Jarnow

www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/161892

Marathon week 1 w/cohost station manager Ken Freedman

Kirk Pearson - "Theme from Techtonic"

- "Pledge! w/Mark and station manager Ken" - Call 800-989-9368

www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/161795

Celebrating 400 episodes of Techtonic

Kirk Pearson - "Theme from Techtonic"

- "Mark's comments" [0:00:24]

NightNight - "Total Control" [0:55:00]

www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/161505

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Recent Guests

Rocio Salceda
Founder of Repair Café El Barrio
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Episode: A visit to Repair Cafe El Barrio from Mar 16, 2026
Dave Mandl
Host of It's Complicated
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Episode: Marathon week 2 w/cohost Jesse Jarnow from Mar 9, 2026
Meredith Broussard
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Episode: Celebrating 400 episodes of Techtonic from Feb 23, 2026
Jason Kebler
Reporter at 404 Media
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Episode: Celebrating 400 episodes of Techtonic from Feb 23, 2026
Byron Tau
Author of 'Means of Control'
Episode: Celebrating 400 episodes of Techtonic from Feb 23, 2026
Scott Heiferman
Founder of meetup.com
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Episode: Celebrating 400 episodes of Techtonic from Feb 23, 2026
Roger Anderson
Founder of Jolly Roger Telephone Company
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Arthur Holland-Michel
Author of 'Eyes in the Sky'
Episode: Celebrating 400 episodes of Techtonic from Feb 23, 2026
Stephen Levy
Author of 'Facebook, The Inside Story'
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Host

Mark Hurst
Host of Techtonic; guides deep conversations on technology, community, and societal impact.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 77 ratings
  • Fantastic radio show (podcast)! Mark's curation of guests is fantastic and so are his interviews. Numerous shows have led me down further paths of inquiry, either online or through books.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    mwandishiman
    a year ago
  • The best

    Honestly, this is one of the best shows I’ve ever listened to. I usually listen to it on WFMU and am blown away by the raw reality, truth and overall informative nature of this podcast. Mark is a phenomenal host and interviewer and you can tell he is extremely intelligent in the best way possible. Two Thumbs up!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Snacks201
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantastic!

    Mindbeingly good

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Clummoo
    Japan5 years ago
  • Spot on!

    IMO, one of the best tech podcasts out there.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jason McClannihan
    United States7 years ago
  • listener

    Mark has always been at the forefront of critical thinking about humans and tech culture. He's worth listening to - and fun to boot!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DelanceyStreet
    United States7 years ago

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The host pulls no punches when critiquing tech culture and surveillance, delivering thoughtful, candid conversations.
Guests are well-chosen for depth and relevance to current tech debates.
Listeners value the rigorous, non-sensational approach and the ethics-focused framing of topics.

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A visit to Repair Cafe El Barrio from Mar 16, 2026
Q: What is the core philosophy behind Repair Café El Barrio beyond simply repairing items?
It's about community, connection, and empowerment—enabling people to learn, repair together, and build a local culture that values reuse over disposability.
A visit to Repair Cafe El Barrio from Mar 16, 2026
Q: What drew you to this movement? How did you decide to launch the first Repair Café in New York City?
It was a mix of personal history, inflation, and a desire to teach responsible consumption; support from the global Repair Café network encouraged me to start it in East Harlem.
Chris Gilliard on Amazon’s admission that Ring spies on us from Feb 16, 2026
Q: What needs to be clarified regarding Amazon's surveillance technologies?
It's crucial to understand that these systems can compromise your privacy, not just from law enforcement but also from hackers and unauthorized users.
Chris Gilliard on Amazon’s admission that Ring spies on us from Feb 16, 2026
Q: What is happening with these Super Bowl commercials?
Amazon is using them to market its Ring doorbell as merely a tool for finding lost pets, despite the deeper implications of surveillance.
Peter Dear ("The World As We Know It") and how we interpret AI from Feb 9, 2026
Q: Do you see the focus of scientific advancements shifting to other countries in the future?
Yes, as American science faces funding cuts, other nations offering research opportunities may attract scientists, altering the landscape of scientific influence.

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Tech-focused conversations mix sharp critique of digital culture with a willingness to explore the social and ethical implications of technology. Across episodes, the show probes privacy, surveillance, AI, big tech's economic and political power, and the cultural impact of digital tools, often featuring journalists, researchers, authors, and technologists who push for more thoughtful design and policy. Notably, the host maintains a skeptical, exam-in-a-purposeful-way stance, inviting guests who challenge tech utopianism and highlight real-world consequences for communities, workers, and everyday users. The show often centers on timely debates around privacy, governance, and the societal costs of innovation, making it a strong fit for listen... more

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8. Arthur Holland-Michel

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