Matthew G. Kirschenbaum
Distinguished University Professor of English and AI. Expert on the history of word processing and AI in education.
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Jun 19, 2025 • 2h 12min
IM 824: Full-Body Air-Quotes - AI in Higher Education
Matthew Kirschenbaum, a Distinguished University Professor of English and AI, joins the conversation to delve into the transformative role of technology in education. The discussion covers AI's impact on student engagement and critical thinking, alongside the challenges educators face in integrating these tools ethically. Kirschenbaum also highlights how writing practices have evolved from typewriters to AI, revealing the complex relationship between technology, creativity, and cognitive processes. Get ready for a thought-provoking exploration of AI in academia!
Jan 16, 2024 • 17min
Technology changes how we write. Who was the first Goody Two Shoes?
Guest Matthew G. Kirschenbaum discusses how technology shapes writing styles, from Nietzsche's writing ball to modern word processors. The origin of 'Goody Two Shoes' is explored, revealing its positive beginnings. The podcast delves into how technology impacts literary style and the evolution of language meanings.
Apr 6, 2025 • 54min
DOGE and the United States of AI
Join Eryk Salvaggio, a tech policy fellow, Rebecca Williams from the ACLU, Georgetown's Emily Tavoulareas, and Matthew Kirschenbaum from the University of Maryland as they dissect the controversial Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and its AI initiatives. They discuss the intersection of AI and politics, the risks of data centralization, and the ideological motivations shaping our digital landscape. The group emphasizes the importance of privacy, effective governance, and rethinking efficiency in the age of technology.
