Best The News Literacy Project Podcasts (2024)

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#116: Salesforce and HubSpot AI Launches, Enterprise AI Agents & First Major Hollywood Studio Embraces AI 58:14

11h ago58:14

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After major conferences with Salesforce and HubSpot this week, it’s clear that companies are really getting on board with AI agents. Join Mike and Paul as they chat about the ups and downs of these AI agents and what they mean for the future of work. And that’s not all—our hosts also talk about Runway’s latest partnership with Lionsgate, Sam Altman…

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Freed Between the Lines: A Banned Books Week Special

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Mickey hosts the special annual Banned Books Week program. This year we celebrate being "Freed Between the Lines.” In her best-selling novel Speak, young adult author Laurie Halse Anderson wrote, “Censorship is the child of fear and the father of ignorance.” Since the American Library Association (ALA) and Association of American Publishers helped …

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Freed Between the Lines: A Banned Books Week Special

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Mickey hosts the special annual Banned Books Week program. This year we celebrate being "Freed Between the Lines.” In her best-selling novel Speak, young adult author Laurie Halse Anderson wrote, “Censorship is the child of fear and the father of ignorance.” Since the American Library Association (ALA) and Association of American Publishers helped …

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September 22, 2024 - Narragansett Town Beach Fight / Preserving RI Latino History / Home for Hasbro 26:25

3h ago26:25

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On this episode, Isabella Jibilian and Alex Nunes report on the battle over who has the right to be on Narragansett’s Town Beach, which has become a focus for activists who say the public is being shut out. Then, in celebration of Hispanic Heritage month, we revisit Michelle San Miguel’s story about one Rhode Islander’s commitment to preserve the s…

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Phil Donahue’s Legacy / War Made Invisible

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On this special fund-drive episode, Mickey’s first guest is journalist Jeff Cohen, who discusses the career and legacy of the late Phil Donahue. Donahue was an innovative television talk-show host, who was fired by MSNBC when he continued interviewing pro-peace guests during the buildup to the 2003 U.S. invasion of Iraq. Then Mickey interviews auth…

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Media Literacy with Rosemary Smith 44:22

6h ago44:22

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Diversity of perspectives and voices is essential for a healthy democracy and learning. However, when it comes to media, do we choose a diversity of perspectives, or do we choose to feed our biases? As technology advances, our choices for news and information increase, but does our intake of differing voices and sources of information also increase…

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BONUS - Centrism is no longer viable - Steve McIntosh 27:49

26m ago27:49

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How AI Can Help Address Toxic Polarization In this bonus episode of Outrage Overload, we dive into the intriguing potential of artificial intelligence to reduce political polarization in online spaces. Our guest, Steve McIntosh—developmental philosopher, author, and co-founder of the Developmental Politics Project—joins us to discuss his work on De…

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#115: OpenAI o1, Google’s Insane NotebookLM Update, MAICON 2024 & OpenAI’s $150B Valuation 1:12:38

7d ago1:12:38

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Our annual gathering, MAICON (Marketing AI Conference) has wrapped, and Paul and Mike dive into a bit of the key event takeaways, including an impromptu closing keynote breaking down the Strawberry (OpenAI o1) launch. Also, OpenAI’s $150B valuation and Google’s Notebook LM update make for an exciting episode! 00:04:56 — OpenAI o1/Strawberry 00:24:4…

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Unpacking the Jewish Claim of Indigeneity and Flights: Radicals on the Run

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In the first half of the show, Quechua and Jewish writer and student Rabbi Daniel Delgado joins us to confront the elephant in the room: are Jews Indigenous? As someone who is both Indigenous and Jewish, Daniel discusses the history and context of the term Indigenous and how the claim of Jewish Indigeneity is almost always brought up to absolve Zio…

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Unpacking the Jewish Claim of Indigeneity and Flights: Radicals on the Run

1d ago

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In the first half of the show, Quechua and Jewish writer and student Rabbi Daniel Delgado joins us to confront the elephant in the room: are Jews Indigenous? As someone who is both Indigenous and Jewish, Daniel discusses the history and context of the term Indigenous and how the claim of Jewish Indigeneity is almost always brought up to absolve Zio…

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September 15, 2024 - RNA and Rhode Island / The Elisha Project / Weekly Insight 25:25

1h ago25:25

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On this episode, Michelle San Miguel introduces us to scientists working to establish Brown University and Rhode Island as a hub for RNA research. For many, RNA holds the keys to countless medical breakthroughs. Then, Pamela Watts interviews Elisha Project founder George Ortiz who is on a mission to feed the hungry through a program that takes comm…

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Phil Donahue’s Legacy / War Made Invisible 59:58

6d ago59:58

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On this special fund-drive episode, Mickey’s first guest is journalist Jeff Cohen, who discusses the career and legacy of the late Phil Donahue. Donahue was an innovative television talk-show host, who was fired by MSNBC when he continued interviewing pro-peace guests during the buildup to the 2003 U.S. invasion of Iraq. Then Mickey interviews auth…

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Is Louisiana The Test State For Project 2025? with Dustin Granger 31:24

1d ago31:24

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Louisiana has shifted to become a deeply red state due to factors such as the use of divide-and-conquer politics by the Republican Party. In this episode, Louisiana State Democratic Party leader, Dustin Granger, talks about the need for the Democratic Party to stand firm in its values and not shift to the right to make a meaningful impact. He also …

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47. People have already decided what is factual and correct - Samuel C. Spitale 25:23

8d ago25:23

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How to Combat the Misinformation Crisis In this episode, we sit down with Samuel Spitali, author of How to Win the War on Truth, to unravel the complexities of misinformation and its impact on society. Samuel offers a deep dive into the history of media polarization, examining key moments like the removal of the Fairness Doctrine and the rise of pa…

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#114: ProblemsGPT, The ROI of Generative AI, Andrej Karpathy on the Road to Automated Intelligence & Ilya Sutskever Raises $1B 1:08:13

3d ago1:08:13

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It’s an exciting week here in Cleveland as MAICON kicks off, and we have just as exciting AI news and updates to share. Join Mike and Paul as they unveil SmarterX's newest tool, ProblemsGPT. The guys also break down use cases of Generative AI productivity benefits, plus, hear Karpathy's insights on the journey toward automated intelligence. 00:05:1…

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The Need for Independent Media: Voices For Peace in a World at War

8d ago

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Mickey recently spoke with Jeff Cohen, founder of FAIR, and author of Cable News Confidential, about his time as senior producer to the late Phil Donahue's MSNBC program. It was among the highest rated shows on the network at the time but was cancelled on the run up to the 2003 invasion of Iraq because network execs didn't want him to interview ant…

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The Need for Independent Media: Voices For Peace in a World at War

8d ago

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Mickey recently spoke with Jeff Cohen, founder of FAIR, and author of Cable News Confidential, about his time as senior producer to the late Phil Donahue's MSNBC program. It was among the highest rated shows on the network at the time but was cancelled on the run up to the 2003 invasion of Iraq because network execs didn't want him to interview ant…

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The Julian Assange Case and the Future of Journalism 59:58

7d ago59:58

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Eleanor Goldfield is joined on this week’s program with a special guest co-host: Maximillian Alvarez, Editor-in-Chief at the Real News Network. Their subject is the Julian Assange case and its implications for press freedom going forward. Their guests provide a recap of the case and new information on why the U.S. abandoned its years-long effort to…

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Sustainable mindset +++ Sys Mind +++ spirituality +++ Absolutely Intercultural 298 +++

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http://www.absolutely-intercultural.com/podcast/absolutely_intercultural_show_298.mp3 I think we all know by now that we have to live more sustainably to avoid the worst effects of climate change and biodiversity loss. We probably know of several changes that we ought to be making, laws that should be passed and businesses that ought to behave bett…

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Cruelty Exposed with Ellie Hansen 53:07

9d ago53:07

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Laboratory experimentation on dogs has a long history, dating back to the 1800s, and beagles have become the predominant breed used due to their size and gentle temperament. As methods for scientific research developed and improved, it became clear that dog experimentation is no longer necessary for human life, as animals and humans are genetically…

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BONUS - Rethinking Your News Diet: Two Approaches to a Healthier Information Intake - Drew Steigerwald & Alex Fink 25:10

14d ago25:10

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How Platforms Like OtherWeb and 1440 Are Changing News Consumption In this episode, we dive into the evolving landscape of news consumption with Alex Fink, CEO of OtherWeb, and Drew Steggerwald, co-founder of 1440 News. We explore how their platforms are reshaping the way we engage with information, focusing on curating a balanced and healthy media…

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#113: OpenAI’s Upcoming “Strawberry” Launch and $100B Valuation, SB-1047 Passes, Oprah Gets Into AI & Viggle Scrapes YouTube Videos 1:08:31

21d ago1:08:31

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Less than a week remains until MAICON 2024, and the AI news keeps rolling in. Join Paul Roetzer and Mike Kaput as they look into the recent developments at OpenAI, including insights on their "Strawberry" system and their latest fundraising efforts. In our final main topic, listen in to our hosts as they dissect the implications of California's con…

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Guilty of Journalism: The Future of Press Freedoms After the Release of Julian Assange

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This week, we have a special program as we share an excerpt of a conversation held earlier this summer between Project Censored co-host Eleanor Goldfield; The Real News Network Editor-in-Chief, Maximillian Alvarez; author and journalist Kevin Gosztola, author of Guilty of Journalism; and Policy Director at Defending Rights and Dissent, Chip Gibbons…

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Guilty of Journalism: The Future of Press Freedoms After the Release of Julian Assange

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This week, we have a special program as we share an excerpt of a conversation held earlier this summer between Project Censored co-host Eleanor Goldfield; The Real News Network Editor-in-Chief, Maximillian Alvarez; author and journalist Kevin Gosztola, author of Guilty of Journalism; and Policy Director at Defending Rights and Dissent, Chip Gibbons…

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September 1, 2024 - Home Schooling / Benjamin Franklin's Gift / Birds of Rose Island 23:45

16d ago23:45

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On this episode, we revisit Michelle San Miguel’s in-depth report on what’s behind the rise of parents home schooling their children in Rhode Island. Then, we take another look at the enduring legacy of Benjamin Franklin on one local town and public education. Finally, we return to Rose Island, where producer Isabella Jibilian introduced us to a pr…

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Decoding Democracy: Exploring Critical Media Literacy Education, Independent Journalism, and Civic Engagement 59:57

14d ago59:57

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This week we offer a special episode featuring Project Censored’s recent “Decoding Democracy” series, a collection of interviews showcasing media scholars, journalists, and activists discussing how an informed public and an independent press are vital aspects of any free and just society. These excerpts are part of the larger Project Censored aim t…

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Protecting Public Libraries with Patrick Sweeney 56:35

16d ago56:35

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Public libraries and librarians are currently experiencing a significant increase in book bans and attacks. There are legislative efforts to eliminate books from entire states and even to arrest librarians. These attacks are largely motivated by political organizations aiming to utilize them as a means of fundraising and as a way to gain political …

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46. The emotions are so high right now that really optics matter - Robert Gutsche 34:08

16d ago34:08

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After Trump: Understanding the Continuing Influence of Trumpism In Episode 46 we examine the enduring influence of Donald Trump on American politics and media. Despite the controversies surrounding his presidency, Trump continues to shape the political landscape. Special guest Robert Gutsche, a cultural studies scholar and journalist, joins the dis…

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#112: CampaignsGPT, Top 100 GenAI Tools, AI Agent Hype “Justified 100%” Says Cohere CEO & Amazon Saves “4,500 Developer Years” with AI 1:10:30

29d ago1:10:30

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From AI assistants pulling pranks to companies taking bold anti-AI stances, join our hosts as they navigate the wild world of AI innovation, controversy, and Rick Astley-inspired shenanigans. This week, Paul Roetzer and Mike Kaput unveil CampaignsGPT, a cutting-edge tool from SmarterX for analyzing AI's impact on campaign tasks. Our hosts also exam…

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Decoding Democracy: Excerpts From a Series Exploring Critical Media Literacy Education, Independent Journalism, and Civic Engagement

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This week on the program, a special episode featuring Project Censored’s recent "Decoding Democracy" series, a collection of interviews showcasing media scholars, journalists, and activists discussing how an informed public and an independent press are vital aspects of any free and just society. These excerpts are part of the larger Project Censore…

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Decoding Democracy: Excerpts From a Series Exploring Critical Media Literacy Education, Independent Journalism, and Civic Engagement

22d ago

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This week on the program, a special episode featuring Project Censored’s recent "Decoding Democracy" series, a collection of interviews showcasing media scholars, journalists, and activists discussing how an informed public and an independent press are vital aspects of any free and just society. These excerpts are part of the larger Project Censore…

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August 25, 2024 - Art in Hand / Synesthesia / Rose Island 24:40

18d ago24:40

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On this episode, we revisit Pamela Watts interview with local artist and handbag designer, Kent Stetson. Then we take another look at Michelle San Miguel’s intriguing story about a world where some people not only hear music, but also see it and where even the words they see can have flavors and colors and even smells. The neurological condition is…

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Systemic failure of major disability organizations / What is Marsification? 59:58

22d ago59:58

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Eleanor Goldfield hosts this week’s show. July 26 marked the 34th anniversary of the signing of the Americans With Disabilities Act. But is the ADA as far-reaching as it should be? Are the large disability-rights organizations keeping too close to the country’s ruling institutions and, in doing so, defeating their own professed objectives? In the f…

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Art As Activism with Jon Lawrence Rivera 56:54

23d ago56:54

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In their thought-provoking discussion, Penny Ronning and Jon Lawrence Rivera delve into the significance of the arts, particularly live theater, in today's socio-political environment. They shed light on how artists harness their work as a form of activism and response to pressing social issues. Emphasizing the pivotal role of diversity in the arts…

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BONUS - Project 2025 and Agenda 47 - Sean Evans 1:02:10

23d ago1:02:10

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In this episode, the conversation revolves around Project 2025, conservative policy proposals, and the potential implications on the administrative state. The discussion examines the nuances of Trump's agenda, the challenges of implementing certain policy changes, and the role of constitutional norms in safeguarding democracy. Dr. Evans offers a ba…

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#111: Grok-2 Controversy, Demis Hassabis: AI Is “Unreasonably Effective,” AI in Schools & Ex-Google CEO Says AI Can Steal IP 1:15:03

24d ago1:15:03

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It’s that time of year again and as students head back to school, they're not just packing pencils and notebooks anymore… they're bringing AI. Join our hosts, Paul Roetzer and Mike Kaput, as they discuss the complexities of AI in education as the new school year begins, the recent Grok 2 update from Elon Musk's xAI, and the return of Google DeepMin…

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Colonialism and Capitalism: From Earth to Space

29d ago

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This week, we’re talking colonialism and capitalism - on earth and in space. In the first half of the show, Eleanor Goldfield sits down with Jen Deerinwater and Ezra Star to discuss Disability Divest, a project that seeks to hold disability advocacy groups accountable - more specifically: how can you be an advocacy group for disabled people when yo…

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Colonialism and Capitalism: From Earth to Space

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This week, we’re talking colonialism and capitalism - on earth and in space. In the first half of the show, Eleanor Goldfield sits down with Jen Deerinwater and Ezra Star to discuss Disability Divest, a project that seeks to hold disability advocacy groups accountable - more specifically: how can you be an advocacy group for disabled people when yo…

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August 18, 2024 - Hiking Rhode Island / Providence's Bead Mecca / Newport Polo 24:40

26d ago24:40

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On this episode, we revisit Pamela Watts interview with former Providence Journal Reporter John Kostrzewa talking about his book Walking Rhode Island. Then, on our continuing Window on Rhode Island series we take another look inside the Wolf E. Myrow company, a bulk jewelry supplier in the heart of Providence, where one family has been selling bead…

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Dark Money and Project 2025: A Deep Dive into Political Secrecy and Conservative Ambitions 59:57

29d ago59:57

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In the first segment, we learn about the phenomenon of “dark money”: political campaign contributions designed to be difficult or impossible for the public to know about or trace. Mickey talks with media scholar Steve Macek about GOP plans for legislation to make it even easier to keep these contributions secret, as well as the failure of corporate…

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45. A Messy Synthesis of Rational Decision-Making and Subjective Assessment - Guy Burgess 28:10

1M ago28:10

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How Understanding Intractable Conflicts Can Improve Our Society In this powerful episode of the Outrage Overload Podcast, we dive deep into the roots of our societal conflicts and explore ways to bridge the seemingly intractable divides that are tearing us apart. Our guest, Dr. Guy Burgess, a pioneering figure in conflict resolution, shares his ins…

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#110: OpenAI’s Secret Project “Strawberry” Mystery Grows, JobsGPT, GPT-4o Dangers, Groq Funding, Figure 02 Robot, YouTube AI Class Action Suit & Flux 1:18:19

1M ago1:18:19

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We have had our minds on strawberry fields this week with all the latest happenings at OpenAI. Join our hosts as they discuss OpenAI’s secret project “Strawberry” and OpenAI's leadership changes, including Greg Brockman's sabbatical and John Schulman's move to Anthropic. They'll explore JobsGPT, Paul Roetzer's tool for understanding AI's impact on …

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Dark Money and Project 2025: A Deep Dive into Political Secrecy and Conservative Ambitions

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In the first segment, we learn about the phenomenon of “dark money,” political campaign contributions designed to be difficult or impossible for the public to know about or trace. Mickey talks with media scholar Steve Macek about GOP plans for legislation to make it even easier to keep these contributions secret, as well as the failure of corporate…

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Dark Money and Project 2025: A Deep Dive into Political Secrecy and Conservative Ambitions

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In the first segment, we learn about the phenomenon of “dark money,” political campaign contributions designed to be difficult or impossible for the public to know about or trace. Mickey talks with media scholar Steve Macek about GOP plans for legislation to make it even easier to keep these contributions secret, as well as the failure of corporate…

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August 11, 2024 - Wonders on the Waves / Documenting Lighthouses / Urban Explorer 23:35

1M ago23:35

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On this episode, we revisit a story about surfers out on Little Compton who many say are performing miracles. Then, we take another look at a story about a photographer cataloguing lighthouses up and down the east coast. Finally, producer Isabella Jibilian introduces us to Rhode Island filmmaker and urban explorer Jason Allard who gives us his take…

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Journalism behind bars / Palestine and international law 59:57

1M ago59:57

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Eleanor Goldfield hosts this week’s show. In the first half-hour, we hear the story of a Texas prison inmate, his struggle to publicize the abuses that go on behind the walls, and the prison authorities’ efforts to suppress his work and retaliate against him. We also discuss the significance of prison journalism in the overall battle for press free…

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#109: 2024 State of Marketing AI Report Findings & Top AI Questions Answered 1:16:01

2M ago1:16:01

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In this special edition episode of The Artificial Intelligence Show, we are jumping into the 2024 State of Marketing AI Report. Join us as we recap the top 10 key findings from our comprehensive report. With insights collected from almost 1,800 respondents between March and July 2024, this fourth-annual report offers a detailed look at the role of …

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BONUS - We're Different. You're Not Going to Turn a Conservative into a Liberal - Michael Anderson 24:02

1M ago24:02

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Why We Need Conservative Perspectives to Combat Polarization In this episode we address concerns about the podcast’s perceived political bias by featuring conservative researcher and author Michael Anderson. Anderson, known for his work on tribalism, offers a conservative perspective on issues like toxic polarization and the impact of social media …

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#108: OpenAI Voice, AI Cloud Wars, Microsoft’s AI Revenue, Meta Earnings and AI, Perplexity Publishers Program & SB-1047 California AI Bill 1:08:38

2M ago1:08:38

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ChatGPT finds its voice! Join Paul Roetzer and Mike Kaput as they discuss OpenAI's cautious rollout of voice features for ChatGPT, assess Chris Miller's insights on the emerging "cloud war," and examine Microsoft's latest AI-driven financial results. Our hosts also touch on Perplexity’s publishers program, concerns behind California’s AI Bill SB-10…

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Exposing Prison Conditions and the Fight for Palestinian Rights

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In the first half of the show, Eleanor Goldfield speaks with incarcerated journalist Jeremy Busby who joins us from prison to talk about his powerful work in exposing horrendous prison conditions and the sadistic treatment of prisoners. Jeremy speaks of extreme retaliation that he’s faced from prison officials for his work, and his unwavering deter…

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