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➤ Philosophy in tech and society • ethics of emergent technologies and big tech • emotional life in pandemic and virtual contexts • VR-based wellness and trauma healing • NFTs and art-world disruption • workplace culture, spirituality, disability inclusion • satire and politicsThis podcast explores the intersections of technology, philosophy, ethics, and culture through conversations with academics, industry figures, and founders. A recurring focus is how philosophical training and methods—such as careful reasoning, linguistic clarity, and moral inquiry—can be applied outside the academy, particularly in tech and corporate settings. The show returns often to the gap between what philosophy students learn and how those skills translate into practical work, highlighting ways philosophers might contribute more directly to emerging technological debates and organizational decision-making.
Across the episodes, the podcast examines how new technologies reshape society and individual experience. Topics include the legal, moral, and social challenges posed by large technology platforms; the influence of digital ownership tools on the art world; and the use of virtual reality for wellness, trauma support, and coaching. Several conversations also consider human and cultural dimensions that sit alongside technical change, such as emotional life during the COVID-19 pandemic and the role of satire and humor in an environment dominated by political news.
Workplace and organizational themes appear as well, including efforts to change corporate culture, discussions of spirituality in professional environments, and initiatives that broaden access and inclusion, such as adaptive outdoor sports. Overall, the content centers on understanding and navigating modern technological life with philosophical perspectives and practical examples from contemporary institutions.
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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 |