Josh Taylor

Join Natasha Mitchell as she chats with a powerhouse panel: John Lyons, ABC's Washington bureau chief; Greg Sheridan, foreign editor at The Australian; Emma Shortis from the Australia Institute; and tech journalist Josh Taylor. They tackle pressing global issues, like the fragility of democracy post-WWII, the chilling impact of tech on governance, and the human cost of ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza. The rise of AI and its repercussions on jobs and creativity also take center stage, highlighting just how much our world is shifting.

Josh Taylor, a technology reporter for Guardian Australia, delves into Australia’s groundbreaking social media ban for under-16s. He reveals the legislation's requirements, including age-verification methods and exemptions. Teenage voices, including Ezra Scholl, share perspectives on how social media fosters creativity and community, while also expressing concerns about the ban's implications. Tune in to explore the potential global influence of this controversial law and its impact on vulnerable youth.

Technology reporter Josh Taylor unpacks the staggering rise of the Bureau of Meteorology's website redesign costs from $4 million to a whopping $96.5 million. He discusses user complaints, the confusing redesign features, and the lack of effective beta testing for key stakeholders like farmers. Taylor highlights contract blowouts with Accenture and Deloitte, compares the spending to other high-traffic sites, and shares insights on political backlash and the push for accountability. Join him as he delves into the chaotic world of public sector IT spending.