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The Ballpark is the LSE Phelan US Centre's regular podcast on the politics and policy of the United States. Through features and interviews with academics from the LSE and elsewhere, The Ballpark looks more closely into what's going on behind the headlines.

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Contributor(s): Chris Gilson, Josephine Lukito | To talk about social media and politics, and how AI can help spread – or tackle – disinformation, the Phelan US Centre spoke to Dr Josephine Lukito, Assistant Professor at the University of Texas at Au... more

Contributor(s): | The LSE Phelan US Centre's regular podcast, The Ballpark, will be 10 years old in 2026. Ahead of our anniversary, and after more than 140 episodes speaking to academic experts on topics from across the social sciences, we'd like to ... more

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Contributor(s): Chris Gilson, Ifeoma Ajunwa | AI is now increasingly playing a role in many parts of our lives, and the workplace is no exception. AI is now being used by employers to help them to recruit new staff and by jobseekers in their applicat... more

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Contributor(s): Chris Gilson, Anat Lior | AI has legal consequences. Who is responsible when AI makes a mistake which causes harm or financial loss? What role does government regulation play, and do we need to revise our legal frameworks in the face ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Josephine Lukito
Assistant Professor at the University of Texas at Austin School of Journalism and Media, specializing in disinformation and misinformation on social media
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: LSE Ballpark | AI, social media, and political disinformation with Dr Josephine Lukito
Professor Ifeoma Ajunwa
Asa Griggs Candler Professor of Law at Emory University and founding director of the AI and Future of Work Programme
Emory University
Episode: LSE: The Ballpark | AI and the workplace with Professor Ifeoma Ajunwa
Dr. Anat Lior
Assistant Professor at Drexel University's Thomas R. Kline School of Law specializing in AI governance and liability
Drexel University
Episode: LSE: The Ballpark | Who is liable for AI? With Dr Anat Lior
Baobao Zhang
Maxwell Dean, Associate Professor of the Politics of AI
Syracuse University
Episode: LSE: The Ballpark | AI automation and the workforce with Dr Baobao Zhang
Oona Hathaway
The Gerard C and Bernice La Trobe-Smith Professor of International Law at Yale Law School
Yale Law School
Episode: LSE: The Ballpark | Might unmakes right with Professor Oona Hathaway
Kimberley S. Johnson
Professor of Social and Cultural Analysis at New York University and the John G. Winant Visiting Professor of American Government at the University of Oxford
New York University
Episode: LSE: The Ballpark | The Administrative State with Professor Kimberley S. Johnson
Dr. Lauren Sukin
Assistant professor in LSE Department of International Relations and a centre affiliate at the LSE Phelan US Centre
LSE (London School of Economics)
Episode: LSE: The Ballpark | Deemphasizing Nuclear Weapons in Nuclear Deterrence with Dr Lauren Sukin
Angela Zhang
Professor of Law at the Gould School of Law of the University of Southern California specializing in AI regulation.
University of Southern California
Episode: LSE: The Ballpark | The US-China AI race with Professor Angela Zhang
Lisa Curtis
Senior Fellow and Director of the Indo-Pacific Security Program for the Center for a New American Security
Center for a New American Security
Episode: LSE: The Ballpark | The US and India–Pakistan tensions with Lisa Curtis

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Chris Gilson
Managing Editor of the Phelan US Centre's blog on US politics and policy, specializing in insightful discussions about current events and policy implications.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Great Political Science Podcast

    This is a great podcast, sharing insights from political science with the greater public.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nyvva
    Netherlands7 years ago
  • Well worth subscribing

    On a friend's recommendation gave this series a listen and found it very accessible and interesting. Having studied American foreign policy, Episode 3 had me wanting to put my two pennies worth in which is usually a good sign. Well worth subscribing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dan_Breslin
    United Kingdom9 years ago

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Listeners praise the podcast for its insightful analysis and ability to break down complex political issues into accessible discussions.
Many express appreciation for the expertise of the guests, highlighting the depth of knowledge shared about current affairs and US policy.

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LSE Ballpark | AI, social media, and political disinformation with Dr Josephine Lukito
Q: What role do social media platforms play in amplifying political candidates?
Platforms shape who gets heard and who gets left out through their design and advertising tools, prioritizing paid promotion.
LSE Ballpark | AI, social media, and political disinformation with Dr Josephine Lukito
Q: How has the use of social media in US elections shaped its use during elections in other countries?
Political actors around the world have adopted strategies seen in the US elections, following examples set by figures like Donald Trump.
LSE Ballpark | AI, social media, and political disinformation with Dr Josephine Lukito
Q: How have social media and AI influenced political communication and election strategies?
Social media and AI have dramatically altered how political actors communicate with voters, enabling more sophisticated and targeted strategies compared to past elections.
LSE: The Ballpark | AI and the workplace with Professor Ifeoma Ajunwa
Q: What are some of the key proposals for legal reforms you suggest?
I suggest a 'worker bill of rights' that outlines employees' rights regarding surveillance technologies and workplace data management.
LSE: The Ballpark | AI and the workplace with Professor Ifeoma Ajunwa
Q: What do you mean by mechanical managers?
Mechanical managers refer to AI systems that manage employees and oversee their work performance, leading to a depersonalized work environment.

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