In this engaging discussion, Jane Freeman, the founding director of the University of Toronto's Graduate Centre for Academic Communication, reflects on the influential ideas of physicist Ursula Franklin. They explore how technology shapes our mindset, society, and politics, emphasizing that it is more than just a tool. Jane dives into the fragmentation of communication in the digital age and the importance of balancing tradition with tech advancements. The conversation also highlights the challenges of authenticity in AI-generated language, urging a reevaluation of rhetorical accountability.