Best 70 Technology and Society Podcasts

Security, Tech, and Society in 10 Minutes. A weekly 10-minute update on the most critical stories in cybersecurity, technology, and society. Includes analysis, original ideas, and the best links from around the web. Part of the NEWS, ANALYSIS & DISCOVERY SERIES. more

Tech News & Digital Culture. LIVE: Mo / 7 PM @ Radio Guerrilla (RO). PODCAST: Upgrade100.live .UPGRADE 100 is THE digital transformation festival & knowledge platform (radio, podcast, virtual festival) of the emerging Europe. more

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. It's not your usual tech podcast. more

Listen to episodes of the Tech Policy Podcast, featuring interviews about current policy issues with experts in technology policy. more

Podcast Hosted by Hutch | As Artificial Intelligence ('AI') continues to accelerate, it is radically transforming how we live our lives and the ways that we experience the dystopian world around us.On each episode of the Cyber Cognition Podcast, we will dive deep into different facets within the fascinating world of AI. more

AD LUCEM is a nine-episode, socio-political thriller about the ethical dilemmas that surface when the pursuit of human connection blurs the lines between technology and reality. more

Monday through Friday, Marketplaces Molly Wood demystifies the digital economy in less than 10 minutes. Reporting from Oakland, California, she looks past the hype and asks tough questions about an industry that is constantly changing. more

Join University of Cambridge researchers Eleanor Drage and Kerry Mackereth as they ask the experts: what is good technology? Is 'good' technology even possible? And what does feminism have to say about 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 conversation, The Good Robot asks how feminism can provide new perspectives on technology's biggest problems. more

Realtà virtuale, social network, bitcoin e criptovalute, intelligenza artificiale e deep learning, capitalismo della sorveglianza: le nuove tecnologie digitali stanno cambiando il mondo in cui viviamo a velocità sempre crescente, lasciandoci spesso pieni di domande senza risposta. Ogni settimana faremo chiarezza e approfondiremo i temi più inquietanti e affascinanti del mondo digitale, cercando di capire qual è il futuro che ci attende. Sono Andrea Daniele Signorelli, da anni racconto i rischi e le potenzialità dell'innovazione digitale su alcune delle principali testate italiane. more

Get your science on with the new podcast from the Union of Concerned Scientists. Our hosts take on technology, attacks on science, climate change, and more, as they channel the power of science to make the world a better place. more

Decoder is a new show from The Verge about big ideas and other problems. Verge editor-in-chief Nilay Patel talks to a diverse cast of innovators and policymakers at the frontiers of business and technology to reveal how they are navigating an ever-changing landscape, what keeps them up at night, and what it all means for our shared future. more

Every Friday, Slate's popular daily news podcast What Next brings you TBD, a clear-eyed look into the future. From fake news to fake meat, algorithms to augmented reality, Lizzie O'Leary is your guide to the tech industry and the world it's creating for us to live in. more

Host Russ Altman, a professor of bioengineering, genetics, and medicine at Stanford, is your guide to the latest science and engineering breakthroughs. Join Russ and his guests as they explore cutting-edge advances that are shaping the future of everything from AI to health and renewable energy. Along the way, 'The Future of Everything' delves into ethical implications to give listeners a well-rounded understanding of how new technologies and discoveries will impact society. more

The Tacos and Tech Podcast highlights the builders of companies, technologies, and the ecosystem of San Diego with a local flair for our lifestyle as well. more

'How do we ensure technology makes our lives better?' Tech Mirror: Reflecting on technology and society with Johanna Weaver explores how technology impacts our lives: the good, the bad, the ugly and the beautiful.Technology is made by humans. When we refocus on this foundational truth, it opens the possibility that technology can be made differently.Questions about how we might shape technology differently are not just 'technical' questions. The answers to these questions go to the very core of the fabric our societies.Just as there is a variety of diverse voices involved in the development of health policy, or national security policy, we need more people to actively engage in tech policy discussions.Through interviews with the movers and shapers, and analysis by experts and opinionated guests, this podcast will empower you to participate in policy discussions to shape the technologies that will shape our future. more

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Have you ever looked around at your tech company and realized you're one of the oldest people in the room…and you may not even be 40 yet? It gets late early is a podcast and community focused on the experience of aging as a tech employee. We'll uncover the root of Silicon Valley's obsession with youth, and parse fact from fiction. more

TechnoViews features interviews with humanities and social science scholars on a wide range of topics at the intersection between science, technology, and society in the 21st century. Our podcast episodes provide a more in-depth understanding of the major challenges of living in a world that is increasingly dominated by global articulations of technoscience. more

DataFramed is a weekly podcast that explores the impact of artificial intelligence and data on our world. It invites data and AI leaders to share their insights and experiences in the data revolution. The show caters to beginners, practitioners, and leaders seeking to transform their organizations' data and AI use. Co-hosts Adel Nehme and Richie Cotton discuss the stories and ideas shaping the future of data. more

Tech policy is at the center of the hottest debates in American law and politics. On the Tech Policy Podcast, host Corbin Barthold discusses the latest developments with some of the tech world's best journalists, lawyers, academics, and more. more

Tech Talks are a podcast imagined and created by the folks over at the Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT). We're a 501(c)3 nonpartisan nonprofit organization that fights to put democracy and human rights at the center of the digital revolution. We work to promote democratic values by shaping technology policy and architecture, with a focus on equity and justice. #techtalkcdt Support CDT's work with a donation: https://cdt.org/techtalk/ more

Get your weekly burst of scientific illumination from The Debrief's network of rebellious journalists as they warp through the latest breaking science and tech news from the world of tomorrow.Every Friday, join hosts MJ Banias and Stephanie Gerk as they roundup the latest science and tech stories from the pages of The Debrief. From far-future technology to space travel to strange physics that alters our perception of the universe, The Debrief Weekly Report is meant for the dreamers who love the science and technology of the future. more

Tech DECIPHERED brings you the Entrepreneur and Investor views on Big Tech, VC and Start-up news, opinion pieces and research. We decipher their meaning, and add inside knowledge and context. Being nerds, we also discuss the latest gadgets and pop culture news. more

Technology industry buzzwords like IoT, Smart Cities, PropTech, 5G, and AI have the potential to deliver transformative change, so WHY DO THEY FAIL TO LIVE UP TO THE HYPE? The TechBurst Asia podcast is a fresh dose of PRAGMATISM for an industry that relies on COMPLACENT OPTIMISM. more

Exploring both the practical realities and the exciting alternate realities that can be unleashed through cloud driven transformation and cloud native living and working. Each episode, our hosts Dave, Sjoukje & Rob talk to cloud leaders and practitioners to understand how previously untapped business value can be released, how to deal with the challenges and risks that come with bold ventures and how does human experience factor into all of this?They cover Smart Industry, Customer Experience, Sustainability, Data and Insight, Cyber, Cost, Leadership, Talent and, of course, Tech. more

ADAPT, the world-leading SFI Research Centre for AI-Driven Digital Content Technology, brings leading academics, researchers and industry partners together to deliver excellent science, engage the public, develop novel solutions for business across all sectors and enhance Ireland's international reputation. more

Conversations about people, privacy, and access to information. Hosted by Patricia Kosseim, Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario. more

Welcome to Digital Squared. A podcast that explores the implications of living in an increasingly digital world. We're on a mission to inspire our listeners to use technology and data for good. Your host, Tom Andriola, is the Vice Chancellor for Information Technology and Data and Chief Digital Officer at the University California at Irvine. more

Have you ever been terrified of a dystopian future? Do you fear what artificial intelligence might become?Jessica Litely and her rebel army are living in this fearful reality, thirty years into the future. With climate change devastating their world and an evil artificial intelligence taking over humanity's free will, could this be the end of the human race? No, It's the beginning of our story.These transmissions arrive exactly 10 days apart. Come find out why! more

The latest in-depth coverage covering the intersection of technology and culture. WIRED's award-winning journalism will help you make sense of a world in constant transformation. Join us as we explore the ways technology is changing our lives. more

Disconnected shines a light on the secrets and the impact that social media and technology is having on our society, culture, politics, human interactions, and behaviour. My name is Jag Sharma - and I've spent the last 12 years creating, developing and executing social media strategies for a number of global brands across a variety of industries, and have witnessed first-hand the impact that algorithms, behaviour modification, negative feedback loops, ad targeting, and mass data collection have had on shaping our world in a new direction. more

TechMagic with Cathy Hackl helps you navigate the future and make sense of today's rapid technological change. Hear unique perspectives, explore new trends, and journey into the heart of technology. TechMagic is a must-listen for anyone passionate about the future of tech because Arthur C. Clarke said it best: 'Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Foundering is an award-winning, serialized podcast from the journalists at Bloomberg Technology. Each season, Foundering brings you inside a different high-stakes drama from the technology industry, where its companies are wielding unprecedented capital and power. more

Artificiality was founded in 2019 to help people make sense of artificial intelligence. We are artificial philosophers and meta-researchers. We believe that understanding AI requires synthesizing research across disciplines: behavioral economics, cognitive science, complexity science, computer science, decision science, design, neuroscience, philosophy, and psychology. We publish essays, podcasts, and research on AI including a Pro membership, providing advanced research to leaders with actionable intelligence and insights for applying AI. Learn more at www.artificiality.world. more

AI Inside is a podcast that explores the complexities of artificial intelligence and its impact on the world at large. Hosted by veteran tech podcaster Jason Howell and media expert Jeff Jarvis, AI Inside takes a thoughtful look at the promise and challenges of AI. With a deep interest in the impacts AI can have on art and culture, Jason uses his rich experience in technology and creativity to better understand its capabilities. Jeff is a respected voice on technology's influence on media and society, thanks to his popular blog BuzzMachine and books like 'Public Parts' and 'The Gutenberg Parenthesis.' Together, Jason and Jeff engage in thoughtful dialogue about AI, neither overhyping its potential nor dismissing public concerns about its development. With intelligence and nuance, AI Inside aims to advance public understanding of this world-changing technology at an important inflection point. more

Artificial Intelligence is a podcast exploring the world of AI and its impact on society. Join us as we delve into the latest developments, breakthroughs, and controversies in the field. Each episode, we'll hear from experts, practitioners, and thinkers who are shaping the future of AI. Get a better understanding of how this rapidly growing technology is changing the way we live and work, and what its future might hold. Tune in to Artificial Intelligence, where technology meets humanity. more

A daily news analysis show on all things artificial intelligence. NLW looks at AI from multiple angles, from the explosion of creativity brought on by new tools like Midjourney, ChatGPT and AutoGPT to the potential disruptions to work and industries as we know them to the great philosophical, ethical and practical questions of advanced general intelligence, alignment and x-risk. more

Anticipating and managing exponential impact - hosts David Wood and Calum ChaceCalum Chace is a sought-after keynote speaker and best-selling writer on artificial intelligence. He focuses on the medium- and long-term impact of AI on all of us, our societies and our economies. He advises companies and governments on AI policy.His non-fiction books on AI are Surviving AI, about superintelligence, and The Economic Singularity, about the future of jobs. Both are now in their third editions.He also wrote Pandora's Brain and Pandora's Oracle, a pair of techno-thrillers about the first superintelligence. He is a regular contributor to magazines, newspapers, and radio.In the last decade, Calum has given over 150 talks in 20 countries on six continents. Videos of his talks, and lots of other materials are available at https://calumchace.com/.He is co-founder of a think tank focused on the future of jobs, called the Economic Singularity Foundation. The Foundation has published Stories from 2045, a collection of short stories written by its members.Before becoming a full-time writer and speaker, Calum had a 30-year career in journalism and in business, as a marketer, a strategy consultant and a CEO. He studied philosophy, politics, and economics at Oxford University, which confirmed his suspicion that science fiction is actually philosophy in fancy dress.David Wood is Chair of London Futurists, and is the author or lead editor of twelve books about the future, including The Singularity Principles, Vital Foresight, The Abolition of Aging, Smartphones and Beyond, and Sustainable Superabundance.He is also principal of the independent futurist consultancy and publisher Delta Wisdom, executive director of the Longevity Escape Velocity (LEV) Foundation, Foresight Advisor at SingularityNET, and a board director at the IEET (Institute for Ethics and Emerging Technologies). more

Cisco TechBeat explores the people and the stories behind what inspires new possibilities. For more than two decades, host Liza Meak has worked as a broadcast journalist and documentary filmmaker and uses her natural curiosity to tackle technology innovation and how it impacts the world. more

Your first podcast of the week is the last word in tech. Join Leo Laporte, Patrick Norton, Kevin Rose, John C. Dvorak, and other tech luminaries in a roundtable discussion of the latest trends in digital technology. Winner of the 2005 People's Choice Podcast Award for best overall podcast and Best Technology Podcast. Released every Sunday by midnight Pacific. more

Clockwise is a rapid-fire discussion of current technology issues hosted by Dan Moren and Mikah Sargent and featuring two special guests each week. Four people, four topics--and because we're always watching the clock, no episode is longer than 30 minutes. Hosted by Dan Moren and Mikah Sargent. more

TechStuff is a show about technology. And it's not just how technology works. Join host Jonathan Strickland as he explores the people behind the tech, the companies that market it and how technology affects our lives and culture. more

Flash Forward is a podcast about the future. Each episode we take on a possible (or not so possible) future scenario everything from the existence of artificial wombs, to what would happen if space pirates dragged a second moon to Earth. more

TechNation Radio hosted by Dr Moira Gunn. It is a national weekly radio program about the impact of technology. Tech Nation looks at life through the lens of technology -- from economics to the environment, from the Internet to new science, from fiction to politics, we examine how deeply embedded technology is in our lives and what this means for ourselves, our society, and our future. more

This show explores the people, companies, and ideas shaping the future of agribusiness. If you are curious about innovations in AgTech, rural entrepreneurship, agricultural sustainability, and food security, this is the show for you. more

Whether the subject in question is a democracy, climate change, biomedical engineering, or the American university, it is clear that the society we have known will soon no longer be. As humankind stares into an abyss the bottom of which we cannot yet see, the producers of Living in The End Times thought it prudent to discuss the tumult around us and our species' prospects for the future. We hope you will join in the conversation. more

FLI catalyzes and supports research and initiatives for safeguarding life and developing optimistic visions of the future, including positive ways for humanity to steer its own course considering new technologies and challenges. Among our objectives is to inspire discussion and a sharing of ideas. As such, we interview researchers and thought leaders who we believe will help spur discussion within our community. The interviews do not necessarily represent FLI's opinions or views. more

WIRED's Gadget Lab podcast breaks down which gadgets, apps, and services you need to know about, and which ones you can move to the virtual trash bin. Learn how today's tech shapes our lives - plus get your hosts' personal recommendations at the end of each episode. more

Conversations about science, technology, history, philosophy and the nature of intelligence, consciousness, love, and power. Lex is an AI researcher at MIT and beyond. more

What is AI? How will it affect your life, your work, and your world?

This podcast digs into key issues that arise when building, operating, and using machines and apps that are powered by artificial intelligence. We look at industry, homes and cities. AI is increasingly being used to help optimise our lives, making software and machines faster, more precise, and generally easier to use. However, they also raise concerns when they fail, misuse our data, or are too complex for the users to understand their implications. Set up by the UKRI Trustworthy Autonomous Systems Hub this podcast brings in experts in the field from Industry & Academia to discuss Robots in Space, Driverless Cars, Autonomous Ships, Drones, Covid-19 Track & Trace and much more. more

The IT in the D show: This is what happens when geeks, alcohol, pop culture, and current events get together.

Hosted by Molly Wood, 'Marketplace Tech' demystifies the digital economy. The daily radio show and podcast uncover how tech influences our lives in unexpected ways and provides context for listeners who care about the impact of tech, business, and the digital world. Transforming breaking news to breaking ideas, Marketplace Tech uncovers themes that transcend the hype in an industry that's constantly changing. more

Bruce, Lawrence and Criken talk to the internet about about the internet: media, culture, and deep dives into small and passionate communities. more

Ein Nerd und ein Theologe diskutieren den digitalen Wandel. Welche Perspektiven ergeben sich durch den christlichen Glauben auf die Zwiespältigkeit der Technik? Chris und Roman analysieren und spekulieren über faszinierend neue und manchmal apokalyptisch schaurige Zukunftszenarien. more

Making sense of surveillance news so you don't have to.

The Futurized podcast goes beneath the trends, tracking the underlying forces of disruption in tech, policy, business models, social dynamics, and the environment. Futurist Trond Arne Undheim, PhD, author, investor, and serial entrepreneur, interviews smart people with a soul. Every week, founders, authors, executives and other thought leaders come on the show to discuss the societal impact of deep tech (e.g. AI, blockchain, IoT, CRISPR, nanotech, 3D printing, quantum, robotics) and the emerging future of work, markets, business and society. more

We are in the midst of a digital revolution, where the line between our physical world and cyberspace is blurring. Tech Tonic is the show that investigates the promises and perils of this new technological age. This season, FT innovation editor John Thornhill takes us into the emergency rooms, city centers, and even cruise ships where tech innovation is solving some of the unprecedented challenges brought about by the pandemic, as he explores what this tech-driven world means for us all. more

All about innovation, startups, and the future - discussing topics which range from technology (AI, IoT, Big Data) to technologies impact on humans (Work, Play, Culture) and the future of everything in any sector - retail, banking, technology, hiring, and more. We are always looking for Innovators like you to interview for our weekly podcast. If you have any stories on innovation, disruption or the future that you would like to share (happy or unfortunate), let us know. more

Civic Tech in Africa is a podcast by the Civic Tech Innovation Network, in partnership with Vow FM. The podcast focuses on the profiling of civic tech initiatives, civic innovators, activists, researchers, social entrepreneurs and others working in the civic tech and other related fields in Africa. more

GNU, Linux, coffee, and subversion.This podcast is founded in the ideals of anarcho-syndacalism, anti-facism, and human rights. I stand in solidarity with all people of colour, of marginalised communities, and the oppressed around the globe. more

The world is being disrupted over and over again, and the risks previously categorized as 'unknown unknowns' have become commonplace. Join IQ4U's Dr. Tamara Schwartz and her guests in this new podcast exploring the intersection of globalization, technology, business, ethics, and social change as we learn to live with Weapons of Mass Disruption. more

A podcast by The Blockchain Socialist gives a platform for those at the intersection of blockchain and Left politics. more

A podcast about cybersecurity and data privacy viewed through the lens of diverse voices. By educating and encouraging women and people of color to explore careers in the cybersecurity space, we can close the skills gap and reduce our technology and policy blindspots. more

Join host Mark Kelly on the AI Ireland podcast as he explores the impactful applications of AI in both business and society. Discover groundbreaking research, innovative technologies, and thought-provoking discussions on the ethical implications of AI. Gain valuable insights into how AI is being applied to business and society, as Ireland drives positive change and fosters innovation in this dynamic podcast. more

Team Human is a weekly podcast and set of resources enabling human intervention in the economic, technological, and social programs that determine how we live, work, and interact. This is media as cultural resistance and a path to social change. more

With TED Talks Technology get some of the world's leading inventors and researchers share demos, breakthroughs, and visions onstage at the TED conference, TEDx events and partner events around the world. more

The One Man Revolution Podcast is one of the oldest and most respected shows of its kind in the podosphere! Mostly technoranting, questioning, uncommon insanity, stumping, about politics, technology, advocacy, entertainment, daily news & events, and of course the rest of the finer things of life. more

Forward Thinking examines groundbreaking ways in which the world is evolving and how people and organizations can respond to changing demands and technologies. In each episode theorists, innovators, and business leaders discuss global trends in technology, artificial intelligence, globalization, urbanization, climate change, and more with hosts Michael Chui and Janet Bush of the McKinsey Global Institute. more