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Join Dr Eleanor Drage and Dr Kerry McInerney as they ask the experts: what is good technology? Is ‘good’ technology even possible? And how can feminism help us work towards it? Each week, they invite scholars, industry practitioners, activists, and more to provide their unique perspective on what feminism can bring to the tech industry and the way that we think about technology. With each conversa... more

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In this episode, we talk to Lisa Nakamura, Professor at the University of Michigan and author of The Inattention Economy: Seeing the Digital Labour of Women of Colour. Lisa reflects on how race, gender, and power shape the histories of digital techno... more

In this episode, Tara Fickle, an associate professor of Asian American studies, delves into the intersection of race and gaming, introducing the concept of ludo-orientalism. She explores how racial stereotypes shape perceptions of Asian gamers and di... more

In this episode, Tomasz Hollanek argues that design is central to AI ethics. We discuss what role designers should play in AI ethics, the significance of AI literacy, and the responsibility of journalists in reporting on AI technologies.

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In this episode, we talk to Beryl Pong, UKRI Future Leaders Fellow at the University of Cambridge, where she leads the Centre for Drones and Culture. Beryl reflects on what it means to think about drones as “good” or “ethical” technologies and how it... more

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Lisa Nakamura
The Gwendolyn Kelvett Baker Collegiate Professor in American Culture
University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Episode: The Inattention Economy: Race, Gender, and Technology with Lisa Nakamura
Tara Fickle
Associate Professor of Asian American Studies at Northwestern University working on race and gaming
Northwestern University
Episode: Race and Orientalism in E-Gaming with Tara Fickle
Beryl Pong
Head of the Centre for Drones and Culture at the Levy-Hulme Centre for the Future of Intelligence.
Levy-Hulme Centre for the Future of Intelligence
Episode: What Makes a Drone “Good”? with Beryl Pong
Aisha Sobey
Postdoctoral researcher at the Leverhulme Centre for the Future of Intelligence, focusing on the intersection of technology, feminism, and fat liberation
Leverhulme Centre for the Future of Intelligence, University of Cambridge
Episode: AI Needs Fat Liberation! with Aisha Sobey
Felienne Hermans
Professor of Computer Science Education at Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam
Vrije Universiteit
Episode: Can Programming Languages be Feminist? with Felienne Hermans
Nassim Parvin
Associate Professor in the Information School at the University of Washington
University of Washington
Episode: Rethinking 'Creepy' Technology with Nassim Parvin and Neda Atanasoski
Neda Atanasoski
Episode: Rethinking 'Creepy' Technology with Nassim Parvin and Neda Atanasoski
Laura Allcorn
Artist and performer, creator of participatory installations and performances about technology
Episode: Critiquing Tech through Comedy with Laura Allcorn
Anne Pasek
Canada Research Chair in Media, Culture and the Environment and Associate Professor
Trent University
Episode: Surfing the Web in Sync with the Sun with Anne Pasek

Hosts

Dr. Kerry McInerney
Co-host with a focus on ethical implications of technology, particularly from a feminist perspective, contributing insights drawn from academic research and professional experience.
Dr. Eleanor Drage
Co-host with expertise in feminist perspectives on technology, actively engages in discussions that seek to challenge conventional tech narratives through critical inquiry.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 114 ratings
  • so wrong

    "MAGA" is the other half of the fundamental problem.

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    ndjuxhhehaijdbehbbxk
    Germany6 months ago
  • Much needed xpertise and critique of AI

    I love almost all the episodes in this podcast - Kerry and Eleanor are fun and very, very knowledgeable about AI and find interesting experts to interview. Great antidote to all the hype but from an informed perspective, it’s not just refusing it but puts it in context and considers the social aspects and potential for harm as well as good. I love that there is an optimism here too: what IS a good robot? I’m a scholar myself and find lots of interesting research through the podcast but I think K... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jilltxt
    Norway8 months ago
  • what a load of twaddle

    really hard listening - 'switched off’ after 10 minutes but this is just my personal opinion

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    formula53
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Brilliant pod

    Absolutely love this pod! Dr Drage sounds really hot :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stardust1233
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Reliable source of information

    Wonderful hosts, great guests and interesting topics around AI benefits and drawbacks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pablo&noa
    Spain3 years ago

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Critiques point to the podcast being challenging yet rewarding, with some expressing personal discomfort with the depth of analysis proposed.
Many comments reflect appreciation for the engaging style and insightful content as well as positivity about the variety of expert guests featured.
Listeners highlight the importance of feminist perspectives in technology discussions, praising the hosts' knowledge and enthusiasm.

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The Inattention Economy: Race, Gender, and Technology with Lisa Nakamura
Q: Can you tell us about the Indian women circuit makers who produced circuits?
This covers the period between 1965 and 1975, and these women were crucial in producing reliable electronics for technology.
The Inattention Economy: Race, Gender, and Technology with Lisa Nakamura
Q: Given what you've just said just now, can there be good technology? Is it even possible?
I think clearly given recent events, technologies like vaccinations are pretty important. Clean energy are pretty important.
The Inattention Economy: Race, Gender, and Technology with Lisa Nakamura
Q: Lisa, can you tell us what you do and what brings you to the topic of race, gender and technology?
I'm a professor at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor, and I've been studying race, internet, identity, and the culture around representation since 1995.
Race and Orientalism in E-Gaming with Tara Fickle
Q: How do race and gender shape e-sport culture?
Race and gender play critical roles in e-sport culture where Asian players, typically seen as dominating the scene, are categorized within existing racial theories of masculinity and athleticism, often influenced by American racial dynamics.
Race and Orientalism in E-Gaming with Tara Fickle
Q: Could you explain what is ludo-orientalism and how does it relate to other kinds of racism or racialization?
Ludo-orientalism refers to the way that racialized stereotypes, particularly about Asians, shape perceptions of play styles and gaming behaviors within academic and cultural discussions.

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