Cory Doctorow, a passionate advocate for digital rights and technology policy, joins seasoned bartender Phil Broughton to reflect on the 2026 CES. They dive into the quirky traditions of the CES suite and discuss the importance of practical, beautifully designed consumer products versus vaporware. Cory shares insights on Emotional Design, while Phil recounts oddities from the floor, including the bizarre history of shoe fluoroscopes. The conversation also touches on tech industry challenges, online harassment solutions, and the complexities of AI in the workforce.
