Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchHow Are Algorithms Changing Our Beauty Standards?
From “looksmaxxing” to “glass skin,” algorithms are changing how we define beauty — online and in real life. In a world of ever-evolving beauty trend…
1 year, 4 months ago
Could Genetic Testing Tell You Who to Have Kids With?
After 23andMe filed for bankruptcy in March, VC-backed genetic testing company Nucleus Genomics put up its hand to acquire the platform. Nucleus uses…
1 year, 4 months ago
Why Do People Believe Conspiracy Theories?
Conspiracy theories are not new. They’re as old as time itself. But if you feel like they’re everywhere right now, you’re not alone. So, what do you …
1 year, 4 months ago
How to Recession-Proof Your Personal Finances
With tariffs kicking in and stock prices taking wild swings, uncertainty has racked the US economy in recent weeks. What’s the best way to navigate y…
1 year, 4 months ago
What’s Going on When Airport Security Scans Your Face
If you’ve been to the airport recently, you might have noticed something different while going through security: a TSA agent taking your photo. Face …
1 year, 5 months ago
This Tech Could Change Conspiracy Believers’ Minds
Conspiracy theories can take many forms, from misgivings about the first moon landing to false claims that the 2020 election was stolen. As anyone wh…
1 year, 5 months ago
Can Grief Bots Help Us Heal?
Grief is one of the most human experiences we have—so what happens when AI gets involved? How are people using it in their healing process? Audio pro…
1 year, 5 months ago
Think Before You Ring: Keeping Home Surveillance Safe
In the past decade, technology has transformed the way we use doorbells. Home security cameras that capture footage of people around your home give s…
1 year, 5 months ago
Online Genetic Testing: How Private Is Your DNA?
The popularity of for-profit genetic testing services like Ancestry and 23andMe has skyrocketed in recent years. These tests can teach users more abo…
1 year, 5 months ago
Baby Tech: What Do New Parents Actually Need?
Becoming a parent is overwhelming. So is all the technology out there that’s marketed toward new parents, from smart bassinets to high-tech baby moni…
1 year, 6 months ago