Tech And Trends

This week we're talking Meta's newest AI social app, the danger of AI-written self-published books on Amazon, and whether you need a digital nutritionist. Plus, Duolingo go AI-first, and why we should be taking 3pm work breaks. Let's get into it...

This week we're talking the cost to be polite to chatbots, China fighting back in the US trade wars on TikTok and Musk tanking X's profits. Plus, a study shows the ChatGPT users are lonelier than average, and Gen Z entering the workforce may need some soft skills training...

This week we'll be talking about the effects of AI on the environment, the real life version of the film Minority Report currently happening in the UK and the Katy Perry in space show. Plus, new laws finally protect influencer kids and should you choose you job depending on whether you're an introvert or an extrovert? Let's get into it...

This week we’ll be talking about the huge slap in the face OpenAI are giving Studio Ghibli, Meta’s newest child protection features and the future of the Australian social media ban. Plus, we get the latest on the US TikTok ban and the future of proving you need real people in your team over AI agents. Let's get into it.

This week we're doing a special B Corp episode to celebrate the end of our first B Corp Month. We'll be talking about the meaning of B Corp, what it means to us, and how the application process went. Let's get into it.

This week we'll be talking about just how careless are the careless people who run Meta, what's the deal with Apple's AI lawsuit and what actually happens to our bodies when we use social media? Plus, are apps really taking over the world and leaving people behind, and should we ban laptops in cafes? Let's get into it.

This week we'll be talking new technology around AI voices, a floodgate of violence hitting our feeds from Meta, and how many uni students are using AI (a lot). Plus, how Elon Musk is a walking ad for his cars, in a bad way, and what is Micro Retirement? Let's get into it.

This week we’ll be talking Elon Musk’s “Pretty Woman” moment as Trump rewards the tech bros for their recent service, discussing why AI might be killing our critical thinking, and how Fiverr will be incorporating AI into their services. Plus, should we really be tracking everything that we do, and how can we level up our language in the workplace? Let's get into it.

This week we'll be discussing how your AI personal assistant might be manipulating you, why Facebook moderation needs to change, and who else is banning TikTok... Plus, what's the science behind ads that we hate, and is it really a good idea to become a digital nomad? Let's get into it...

This week we'll be talking Elon Musk's attempt to buy OpenAI, what happens when AI tries to read the news and what actually is social media anymore? Plus, introducing SNARF and a new social media trying to outsmart it and how to motivate yourself at work. Let's get into it.

This week we’ll be talking Meta’s DEI changes, how DeepSeek have pulled the rug out from under and the veil off the AI business, and OpenAI’s newest offering. Plus, how to avoid a romance scam this Valentines day, and the latest “Great” something or other in the work world. Let's get into it.

This week we’re doing a deep dive on the latest in AI, from DeepSeek’s appearance on  the market, how people who aren’t into tech use AI and a very useful AI cheat sheet – you’re welcome. Plus, what are the actually useful ways to use AI and why are DEI measures suddenly the enemy? Let’s get into it.

This week we’re talking the tech elite getting a bit too close to the capitol, TikTok’s future and AI in the UK. Plus, how influencers are making the wildfires work for them, and should you be yourself at work? Let’s get into it.

This week we’re talking Mark Zuckerberg’s continuing rampage, radicalised boomers and the future of TikTok. Plus, who is getting scammed by AI financial advisers, and the swift downfall of DEI programs. Let’s get into it.

In our first episode of the new year we're talking AI agents in the workplace, what Mark Zuckerberg may be hoping to gain from getting rid of moderation on Meta and Trump's bid to save TikTok? Plus, the new smartwatch app that could help you quit smoking and how to get back into the zone at work after Christmas... Let's get into it.

In this special new year episode we'll be bringing you our predictions for 2025. From what Pinterest can tell us about the coming year of trends, to how AI will change the way we interact, or don't react, with actual people. Plus, is work from home actually over? Let's get into it.

In this week's episode we'll be giving you a rundown on the most important, most impactful, and of course, most mad news of the last year. We'll be talking Elon Musk, TikTok, Facebook, AI friends & workplace trends. Let's get into it.

This week we’re celebrating the demise of beauty filters on TikTok, Reddit’s new popularity and the TikTok awards vs brain rot. Plus, what are scammers using AI for and introducing the new office Christmas party. Let’s get into it.

This week we’re looking at a company who actually HAS replaced their people with AI, influencers taking influencers to court for having the same influences as them, and what on earth Jaguar are up to. Plus, Claude AI can now write in different styles, including your own, and why recruiters are seeing a surge in applicants right now. Let’s get into it.

This week we're talking about voice cloning, why The Guardian have finally left X and meeting a laundry sorting robot that may change the face of the job market. Plus we're talking Snapchat's family friendly rebrand, and how to reframe procrastination. Let's get into it.

This week we’re rethinking the adult to child ration in the Metaverse, asking what Elon Musk got out of this election, and welcoming the Swifties to Bluesky. Plus, we find out the diabolical ways in which smart tech can be used against us, and by who, and learn how to stop checking our phone every five minutes. Let’s get into it.

This week we're going to be delving into the Elon Musk & Donald Trump debacle, seeing AI models step into the maintstream, and the addiction to swiping when it comes to online dating. Plus, is the North of England a swearier place to work? Let's get into it.

This week we're talking about the intern that tried to kill ByteDance's AI, why X don't want to let us block people anymore, and the science behind AI love. Plus, what happens when you let AI interviewers give people feedback without asking, and do we need help quitting? Let's get into it.

This week, apologies in advance but we're going to be looking at all things Elon Musk, because it's just impossible not to following the Tesla We Robot event. We're talking futuristic cars, robots, and whether it's a huge fail or not. Plus, X's latest antics, from their recent transparency report to literally paying people to use it. And, what is it actually like to work for the guy?

This week we’re asking, is Meta cool now, telling you why you’re probably not as smart as you think you are when it comes to fake news, and meeting our podcast replacements. Plus, do we really need Microsoft’s compassionate AI, and is maternity pay excessive? Let’s get into it.