Night Owls Episode 47 (With Deb Roy and Kathy Cramer)
Dec 11, 2024
Deb Roy, a media arts and sciences professor at MIT and co-founder of Cortico, joins Kathy Cramer, a political science professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, to discuss innovative AI systems promoting dialogue. They delve into how technology can elevate underrepresented voices, the effectiveness of smaller group discussions over traditional meetings, and the emotional disconnect felt by rural voters in politics. The conversation emphasizes understanding personal narratives to bridge political divides and create healthier community interactions.
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Amplifying Underheard Voices
- Cortico combines good small group conversations with technology.
- This allows for understanding larger patterns and surfacing underheard voices.
Cortico vs. Focus Groups
- Cortico conversations are participant-driven, unlike focus groups designed to answer specific questions.
- These conversations are recorded, transcribed, and made searchable, allowing them to live on and be shared.
Unspoken Information and Avoiding Race
- Joe Klein found valuable information through body language in group interviews.
- Certain topics like race were often avoided despite strong feelings.
