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Bobby Allen

NPR Tech correspondent, known for breaking news stories and insightful analysis of technology trends.

Top 3 podcasts with Bobby Allen

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8 snips
Oct 9, 2024 • 13min

Waiting For Milton, States Sue TikTok, New Rules For Lead Pipes

Greg Allen, an NPR reporter focused on Hurricane Milton's impact, discusses the storm's catastrophic potential for Florida, urging residents to evacuate. Bobby Allen, NPR's tech correspondent, dives into the lawsuit against TikTok, highlighting concerns over the app's effects on youth mental health. Ping Huang reports on the EPA's new mandate to replace lead pipes within a decade, emphasizing health risks and the need for urgent action. Together, they cover critical issues affecting communities across the nation.
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Feb 27, 2024 • 14min

States Tell SCOTUS That Social Media Censors Conservatives

The podcast explores the Supreme Court case on whether states can make social media platforms share objectionable content. Topics include conservative voices being censored, legal arguments, Justice Kavanaugh's defense of free speech, the role of social media companies in moderating content, and the impact of a Supreme Court ruling on tech companies.
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Oct 11, 2024 • 13min

TikTok Documents, Hurricane Milton Damage, SpaceX Water Pollution

Joining the discussion are Bobby Allen, an NPR Tech correspondent, Greg Allen, reporting on the impacts of Hurricane Milton in Florida, and Jeff Brumfield, a science correspondent focused on SpaceX. They dive into the chaotic recovery efforts in Florida post-hurricane and the unexpected severity of the damage. Kamala Harris makes a compelling appeal to Spanish-speaking voters. Also, the environmental concerns of SpaceX's rocket launches come to light, sparking debates over pollution and regulatory lapses.