The Future of You

The Briefing: On Identity: A Special Edition #28

Nov 2, 2023

The podcast explores how technology and social media impact personal identity, from the fluidity of identity to the shift from 'authentic self' to 'complex self'. It also discusses Meta's celebrity likeness AI chatbots and the debate on ownership, along with the role of profiling and personal data in self-representation.

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The digital age transforms identity to a fluid and dynamic concept embracing the 'complex self'.

Technology blurs the line between real and digital personas, with AI assistants aiding self-exploration.

Deep dives

Acknowledging Podcast Achievements and Thanking Contributors

The podcast host expresses gratitude for winning the Independent Podcastors Award for the best show in the technology category. While unable to attend, gratitude is extended to Sue's Cooper of Big Tent Media who accepted the award. The host thanks all guests from Season 1 and acknowledges the contribution of Podcast Labs and BigTent Media in producing and evolving the show, extending to YouTube. Listeners are appreciated for supporting and providing valuable feedback.

Intro

2min

Exploring the Evolution of Personal Identity in the Digital Age

10min

Exploring Polymorphic Identity and the Role of AI in Self-Representation

9min

Navigating Identity in the Digital Age and Understanding the Real Threat

2min

How is the digital age affecting our identity?

In this episode I explore the impact technology and social media are having on how we express ourselves and connect with others. Initially given as a presentation on identity, I talk about the fluidity of identity and our shift in awareness from the “authentic self” to the “complex self”.

I also think about Meta’s launch of celebrity likeness AI chatbots and the debate raised there over ownership and control. As well as how digital media has shifted our understanding of identity and self-representation, with a focus on the role of profiling and personal data.

We also have some good news to announce! The Future of You has been named Best Technology Podcast at the Independent Podcast Awards 2023. Thank you to everyone who has listened, liked, shared, rated and reviewed the show over the last two years.

Watch the presentation ‘Identity: The Existential Risk of the Century’ on our YouTube channel here - The Endless Presentation On Identity by Tracey Follows

Tracey's book 'The Future of You: Can Your Identity Survive 21st Century Technology?' available in the UK (https://bit.ly/44ObTha) and US (https://bit.ly/3OlDxgk)

Find Tracey or book her to speak at https://www.traceyfollows.com/

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The Future of You

The Briefing: On Identity: A Special Edition #28

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Acknowledging Podcast Achievements and Thanking Contributors

Evolution of Personal Identity in a Digital World

Transition from Authenticity to Profilicity and Complexity in Identity

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts