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➤ philosophy in tech and practical contexts • ethics and societal impacts of big tech • virtual emotions and pandemic effects • VR-based trauma healing and wellness coaching • NFTs and art-world disruption • satire, politics, workplace culture and spirituality • disability climbing inclusionThis podcast centers on conversations at the intersection of technology, philosophy, ethics, and contemporary culture. Across the episodes, the host draws on interviews with academics, industry leaders, and practitioners to examine how emerging tools and institutions reshape human experience and social life. A recurring theme is the practical value of philosophical thinking outside academia—especially in tech environments—where questions about meaning, responsibility, and human wellbeing arise alongside rapid innovation.
Several discussions focus on the societal impacts of new technologies, including challenges posed by major tech platforms and the legal, moral, and social disruptions associated with innovation. The show also explores how digital developments affect creativity and cultural institutions, such as the shifting landscape of art markets and the rise of digitally native forms of ownership and authenticity.
Another through line is the relationship between technology and personal or organizational wellbeing. Topics include virtual reality as a medium for trauma healing and coaching, as well as approaches to workplace culture that incorporate spirituality or values-based leadership. The podcast also highlights inclusion and accessibility in organizational life through stories of initiatives designed to broaden participation in demanding activities.
Complementing these tech-forward themes are episodes that address how society processes politics, crisis, and emotion. The show considers the role of satire and humor in a politics-saturated environment and examines how the pandemic influenced emotional expression and values. Overall, this podcast presents reflective, interview-driven explorations of how technological and cultural change interacts with ethics, work, art, and everyday human life.
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Ep. 10 - Serenity through VRenity: Driving Wellness with VR2024-Dec-08 29 minutes |
Ep. 9 - Digital Originals: NFTs with Dr. Sally Metzler & Christie's Steven Zick and Meghan Doyle2022-Feb-07 60 minutes |
Ep. 8 - An (Un)expected Error Has Occurred: Rob Reich on the Challenges of Big Tech2021-Dec-11 33 minutes |
Ep. 7 - A Comedic Imperative: The Need for Satire in a Politics-Obsessed World with Al Gini2021-Mar-07 52 minutes |
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Ep. 6 - Getting (and Climbing) Over It: Changing Corporate Culture with Timmy O'Neill 2020-Dec-27 42 minutes |
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Ep. 5 - Corporate Spirituality: A Better Workplace with Peter Ferris 2020-Oct-04 57 minutes |
Ep. 4 - Speaking Bridges: Philosophical Curiosity in a Tech-Centric World with Matthew Teichman2020-Aug-30 57 minutes |
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Ep. 3 - Emotional Transformation in the Pandemic with Sara Protasi 2020-Aug-12 34 minutes |
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Ep. 2 - Out of the Tower, Into the Gap 2020-May-30 29 minutes |
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Ep. 1 - A Louder Voice for Philosophy In Tech 2020-May-16 31 minutes |