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In this episode of the Plutopia podcast, Jaye Robinson, a multifaceted professional with experience as an attorney, navy diver, and AI specialist, joins Jon and Scoop to explore the societal… The post Jaye Robinson: Practical AI first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

In this episode of the Plutopia News Network podcast, engineer Lee Felsenstein shares his experiences with the Homebrew Computer Club, a pioneering group of technology enthusiasts in Silicon Valley during… The post Lee Felsenstein: Big Ideas first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

In this episode of the Plutopia News Network podcast, Dr. Roy Casagranda shares his insights on the 2024 election, expressing concerns about Donald Trump’s authoritarian leanings and his potential to… The post Roy Casagranda: Election 2024 first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

In The Web We Weave, Jeff Jarvis discusses the tensions between traditional mass media and the rise of the internet, emphasizing how the web has provided a platform for diverse… The post Jeff Jarvis: Weaving the World-Wide Web first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

Joanna Price, a public librarian with an interest in community-building, discusses the dynamics of building resilient and compassionate online communities. She critiques large social media platforms, like Twitter and Facebook,… The post Joanna Price: Building Community Online first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

In this episode of the Plutopia podcast, writer and cyberculture celebrity R.U. Sirius discusses the evolution of Mondo 2000, a groundbreaking magazine he co-founded that blended tech, art, and psychedelics.… The post R.U. Sirius: Mondo 2024 first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

Ken Flippin, a seasoned Texas political consultant and activist, has launched the Green Wave PAC, a political action committee aimed at promoting environmentally conscious political campaigns. Also focused on supporting… The post Ken Flippin: The Green Wave first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

Glenn Smith is an author, activist and political consultant. He is not a fan of the conservative fanboys pushing the so-called “Great Replacement Theory.” Glenn also finds little to admire… The post Glenn Smith: Authoritarianism and the Fight for Democracy first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

Christopher Brown is an author, attorney, and urban naturalist living in Austin, Texas. His newest book, A Natural History of Empty Lots: Field Notes from Urban Edgelands, Back Alleys, and… The post Christopher Brown: A Natural History of Empty Lots first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

Sustainability pioneer Gil Friend joins the Plutopia podcast this time. He has been called one of the 10 most influential sustainability voices in America. Gil is the founder, chair, and… The post Gil Friend: Natural Logic first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

Filmmaker Nadya Wynd recently premiered her new movie “At Her Feet” in Hawaii and select mainland theatres. She joins the Plutopia podcast this time as we explore her creation of… The post Nadya Wynd: At Her Feet first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

In this episode of the Plutopia podcast, Linda Castellani and Tim Powers join Jon to discuss the legendary science fiction author Philip K. Dick. Linda and Tim recount their personal… The post Linda Castellani and Tim Powers on Philip K. Dick first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

Climate scientist Dr. Michael Tobis returns to the Plutopia podcast with an update on the current state of the Earth’s climate. The current state, it appears, is not so good.… The post Michael Tobis: Racing Toward the Worst first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

This time, on the Plutopia podcast, blogger and author Susan McCarthy, a noted authority on apologies, helps us perform a verbal autopsy on the worldwide CrowdStrike security meltdown. Unlike most… The post Susan McCarthy: The Crowdstrike Apology first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

Nick Selby, a law enforcement and security expert, shares insights from his extensive experience in the complexities of policing and information security. He highlights the often misunderstood realities of police… The post Nick Selby: Law Enforcement and Security first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

Plutopians Jon and Scoop converse with Bruce Sterling, renowned for his cyberpunk novels. The discussion delves into Sterling’s interests beyond cyberpunk, including industrial design, steampunk, Frida Kahlo, and space exploration.… The post Bruce Sterling: Cyberpunk, Space, and Design first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

David Miles, a British immunologist, joins the Plutopia podcast to discuss vaccines and vaccine hesitancy, sharing insights from his book, How Vaccines Work. The conversation covers the history of vaccine… The post David Miles: How Vaccines Work first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

Investigative journalist James Ball is no stranger to bullshit. In his 2017 book, Post Truth: How Bullshit Conquered the World, he explains how the political left and right tend to… The post James Ball: How Bullshit Conquered the World first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

On this episode of the Plutopia Podcast, Jon and Scoop discuss current politics, the charm of vintage sci-fi movies, and the importance of reducing social media usage. They reflect on… The post A Plutopian Juncture first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

Nate Wilcox has many opinions and he is not afraid to use them all. Nate joins the Plutopia podcast this time as we discuss politics, politicians, and other dangerous predators.… The post Nate Wilcox: Realpolitik first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

Ian Forrester, a member of the BBC’s R&D Advisory Team, focuses on open innovation and disruptive opportunities, working with startups and early adopters. With a history at the BBC World… The post Ian Forrester: Media R&D first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

In this episode of the Plutopia Podcast, the hosts revisit an interview with the late Stanton Friedman, a prominent nuclear physicist and UFO investigator who lectured extensively on his research… The post Stanton Friedman on UFOs first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

In this episode of the Plutopia Podcast, Jon and Scoop discuss the origin of the name “Plutopia” as well as the organization, and its connection to digital convergence. We also… The post Plutopian History, Analog Media, and Attacks on Democracy first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

In this episode of the Plutopia podcast, hosts Scoop Sweeney, Wendy Grossman, and Jon Lebkowsky have an open discussion without a guest, considering what’s buzzing at the moment. The conversation… The post The Plutopian Buzz first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

Contemporary media artist Patrick Lichty returns for another conversation with Plutopians Scoop and Jon. In this conversation, we discuss the current state of digital art. Pat is a Contemporary Media… The post Patrick Lichty: Digital Art first appeared on Plutopia News Network .