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Annalee Newitz

Journalist and author, contributing insightful commentary on futurism and its implications.

Top 5 podcasts with Annalee Newitz

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21 snips
May 18, 2024 • 14min

How fantasy worlds can spark real change | Annalee Newitz

Join Annalee Newitz, a journalist and science fiction writer, as she explores how fantasy worlds can inspire real change. She delves into escapist fiction, using communities like the 501st Legion to showcase how cosplay fosters engagement and societal contributions. Newitz also discusses visionary projects like the 'Emerald Tutu,' highlighting innovative solutions for climate change. Through whimsical narratives, she shows how imagination can transform our relationships and spark community action in addressing real-world challenges.
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Apr 3, 2025 • 29min

The roots of techno-authoritarianism

Annalee Newitz, a journalist and author known for her incisive takes on futurism, joins Jonathan White, a politics professor at the London School of Economics specializing in far-right ideologies. They discuss the echoes of the early 20th-century Futurism movement in today's tech landscape. The conversation reveals how disruption narratives appeal during societal decline and draw parallels between tech moguls and historical fascism. They also dissect the contrasting political visions competing for the public's attention amidst rising authoritarianism.
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Jun 15, 2023 • 56min

Becky Chambers, Annalee Newitz: Resisting Dystopia

Join Becky Chambers and Annalee Newitz as they discuss resisting dystopia, embracing coziness in fiction, respecting AI workers, and the power of small actions in building a better world. Dive into their immersive worlds filled with non-human persons, peace, and hope, exploring new futures through storytelling and collective efforts.
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Feb 1, 2025 • 52min

Surviving in the Age of Disaster

Brian Stone, an expert in urban planning and climate change, discusses the challenges of rebuilding after disasters in the age of permacrisis. Lorraine Daston, a renowned science historian, explores evolving perceptions of responsibility regarding climate events. Annalee Newitz brings a creative lens, highlighting innovative design solutions for coastal flooding. They emphasize the power of storytelling as a means of resilience and inspire listeners to rethink how we prepare and respond to ongoing environmental challenges.
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Jan 27, 2020 • 53min

Recode Decode: Annalee Newitz

In a thought-provoking conversation, Annalee Newitz, a sci-fi novelist and science journalist known for their work at io9 and Gizmodo, discusses their journey from journalism to fiction. They delve into the unique challenges of writing about time travel and how technology influences our historical narratives. Newitz shares insights on their novel, 'Autonomous,' exploring AI and societal change, while also pondering the implications of our digital legacies and the transhuman futures that await us. Their exploration of lost cities adds a fascinating layer to the impact of history on modern storytelling.