Peter Pomerantsev, a contributor at The Atlantic and author of 'This Is Not Propaganda,' discusses the pervasive manipulation of information in contemporary America. He delves into how propaganda impacts public trust, especially in the context of upcoming elections. The conversation highlights the alarming shift from substantive political discourse to personality-driven politics. Pomerantsev emphasizes the importance of empathy and informed discussion in countering misinformation while exploring the evolving nature of propaganda in modern society.

Associate professor Hanna Reichel discusses the intersection of technology and theology, exploring the parallels between religious concepts and technological advancements. The podcast delves into right-to-be-forgotten laws, justice, mercy, and immortality online, and the intricate connections between religion, technology, and artificial intelligence.

Associate philosophy professor C. Thi Nguyen discusses how games can shape our understanding of trust, collaboration, and new realities. They explore the timeless and transcendent nature of games, role-playing in video and board games, racial bias in gaming, and the complexities of value systems.

Explore the evolving role of video proof with smartphones and deepfakes. Uncover biases in surveillance systems and the impact on privacy. Dive into discussions on algorithmic auditing and evaluation. Learn about the risks of AI-generated images and the importance of critical evaluation in a surveillance-heavy world.

Lisa Fazio, a psychology professor, discusses how our brains process information online, the rise of conspiracy theories, and ways to debunk misinformation. Topics include false memories, cognitive errors, pre-bunking, media literacy, and the impact of AI on identifying fake news.

Danah Boyd, a partner researcher at Microsoft Research and Distinguished Visiting Professor at Georgetown University, discusses how the challenges of urbanization in the past can shed light on navigating the digital world. She explores parallels between city living and online interactions, touching on anonymity, community formation, and societal impacts of online behaviors.

Guest Arienne Ferchaud, Florida State University assistant professor, discusses parasocial relationships in the age of social media, exploring the impact on emotional connections, authenticity in the influencer industry, and the influence of social media on AI relationships. The podcast delves into blurred boundaries between reality and fantasy, the evolution of human relationships with media characters, and the importance of fostering healthy connections with technology.

A podcast delves into the impact of technology on our perception of reality, covering topics like deepfakes, illusions, misinformation, and the integration of AI. It explores shared reality, trust, and the importance of verifying information in the digital age.

The podcast explores the benefits and drawbacks of documenting our lives, the significance of time capsules, the cultural shift towards tracking and documenting time, the formation and influence of memories, the fear of losing memories, and the impact of digital memories on our perception of time and memory.

Perception of time and black holes, shared time and connection, the puzzle of time and its asymmetry, time, disorder, and change.