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In this episode of the Plutopia podcast, British immunologist David Miles discusses his book How Vaccines Work and considers the science of vaccines, viruses, and the societal impact of vaccine… The post David Miles: Viruses and Vaccines first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

On this Inauguration Day episode of the Plutopia podcast, we discuss the past, present and future of democracy. We also acknowledge the return of Felonious Trump, the 45th and 47th… The post Roy Casagranda: Inauguration 2025 first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

Jon and Scoop consider various political and societal issues, centering on Donald Trump’s potential second term as U.S. president, the constraints of governance, and the role of systemic friction in… The post Jon and Scoop: Chaos Navigators first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

This time on the Plutopia podcast, we turn on our time machine and take you back to 1979. King Crimson guitarist and founder Robert Fripp was touring with his Frippertronics… The post Robert Fripp: The Art of Frippertronics first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

In this episode of the Plutopia podcast, communication coach and author Michelle Gladieux discusses her book Communicate with Courage: Taking Risks to Overcome the Four Hidden Challenges. She highlights the… The post Michelle Gladieux: Communicate with Courage first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

Cybersecurity expert Ahana Datta discusses the complexities and evolving nature of cybersecurity, touching on topics like the “security-insecurity paradox,” the challenges of defending against nation-state actors and private hackers, and… The post Ahana Datta: CyberSecurity first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

In this episode of the Plutopia podcast, we explore the evolving dynamics of online interaction, contrasting the personal connections fostered by early online communities with the algorithm-driven experiences of modern… The post Gathering Online: Social Media vs Community first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

This time on the Plutopia podcast we explore an immigration crisis, not the one you might think, but one that occurred almost 50 years ago. We focus on the 1975… The post Vietnam Redux first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

Dr. Ann-Marie Wilson, a psychologist and senior research advisor with the Orchid Project, joined the Plutopia podcast to discuss her extensive efforts to combat female genital mutilation (FGM). Drawing on… The post Ann-Marie Wilson: Opposing FGM Globally first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

Our Thanksgiving episode of the Plutopia podcast features Tiffany Lee Brown, a writer and interdisciplinary artist, and Jane Hirshfield, an award-winning poet and essayist. Tiffany is also an astrologer, Tarot… The post Jane Hirshfield and Tiffany Lee Brown: Sanity and Gratitude first appeared on Plutopia News Network .

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 .