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Terms of Service with Clare Duffy
New technologies like artificial intelligence, facial recognition and social media algorithms are changing our world so fast that it can be hard to keep up. This cutting-edge tech often inspires overblown hype — and fear. That’s where we come in. Each week, CNN Tech Writer Clare Duffy will break down how these technologies work and what they’ll mean for your life in terms that don’t require an engineering degree to understand. And we’ll empower you to start experimenting with these tools, without getting played by them.
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Episodes
It’s the Year of the Mega AI IPO. Should You Invest? 07.07.2026 25:14
SpaceX debuted its stock on the public market in June. OpenAI and Anthropic have also filed papers to IPO. Should you invest in these companies as soon as they IPO, or is it risky? Axios's Madison Mills shares what she's heard from experts. Terms of Service is a CNN Podcasts and Goat Rodeo production. At Goat Rodeo, the lead producer is Rebecca Seidel, and the executive producers are Megan Nadolsk...
Can You Beat Email Clutter for Good? 30.06.2026 21:15
Marketing emails, update emails, newsletters: keeping up with your inbox could be a full-time job. Whether or not you're an "inbox zero" person, Wirecutter's Kaitlyn Wells has some tips for de-cluttering your inbox and staying sane in the process. Terms of Service is a CNN Podcasts and Goat Rodeo production. This episode was produced by Hazel Hoffman. At Goat Rodeo, the lead producer is Rebecca Se...
‘Housefishing’: How AI is Upending Home Searches 23.06.2026 27:19
Looking for a new home is always stressful. But with some realtors and landlords now using AI-generated content in their listings, it's become harder than ever to trust what you see online. Writer Franklin Schneider has tips to avoid being misled. Terms of Service is a CNN Podcasts and Goat Rodeo production. This episode was produced by Hazel Hoffman. At Goat Rodeo, the lead producer is Rebecca Se...
How to Navigate Your Job in the AI Boom 16.06.2026 25:37
A wave of AI-related layoffs has hit the US economy — and leaders warn more could be on the way. So how concerned should you be about your job? CNN’s Hadas Gold reveals what roles are most vulnerable and shares tips for AI-proofing your career. Terms of Service is a CNN Podcasts and Goat Rodeo production. This episode was produced by Cara Shillenn. At Goat Rodeo, the lead producer is Rebecca Seide...
Your Chatbot Conversations Could Be Used in Court 09.06.2026 26:22
Some AI chatbot users are now seeing their chats being used as evidence in court cases. CNN's Eric Levenson explains how this works, why it’s happening now and why you should think twice before sharing sensitive information with a chatbot. Terms of Service is a CNN Podcasts and Goat Rodeo production. This episode was produced by Hazel Hoffman. At Goat Rodeo, the lead producer is Rebecca Seidel, an...
Are Self-Driving Cars Safe? We Got Into a Waymo to Find Out 02.06.2026 32:47
Self-driving cars have hit the road. What does that mean for the future of driving? On a Waymo ride through San Francisco, Clare asks Waymo executive Nicole Gavel about the technology behind robotaxis and how Waymo works to keep people safe. Terms of Service is a CNN Podcasts and Goat Rodeo production. At Goat Rodeo, the lead producer is Rebecca Seidel, and the executive producers are Megan Nadols...
Replace or Repair? What to Do With Your Broken Tech 26.05.2026 26:03
It's not just you: tech gadgets are hard to repair. When a device breaks down, replacing it can feel easiest — even if it's costly and feels wasteful. Nathan Proctor, Senior Director of PIRG's Right to Repair campaign, says there's a better way. Terms of Service is a CNN Podcasts and Goat Rodeo production. This episode was produced by Hazel Hoffman. At Goat Rodeo, the lead producer is Rebecca Seid...
How Solar Panels Can Help You Fight Rising Energy Costs 19.05.2026 25:09
Electricity prices are on the rise, thanks in part to the rise of AI data centers. Can installing solar panels help offset that cost? Jan Rosenow, a professor of energy and climate policy at Oxford, answers a listener’s question. Terms of Service is a CNN Podcasts and Goat Rodeo production. At Goat Rodeo, the lead producer is Rebecca Seidel, and the executive producers are Megan Nadolski and Ian E...
Overusing Screens is Ruining Our Health. Here’s a Fix 12.05.2026 31:31
Sitting in front of a screen all day has serious health consequences, but in corporate America, many of us have no choice. Journalist Manoush Zomorodi decided to find a solution. She shares her tips for bringing movement back into our daily lives. Manoush's new book is called Body Electric: The Hidden Health Costs of the Digital Age and New Science to Reclaim Your Well-Being. Terms of Service is a...
Could Sexual Assault Lawsuits Change Rideshare Apps? 05.05.2026 42:11
Rideshare apps Uber and Lyft face thousands of lawsuits from users alleging they were assaulted by drivers. What do these cases say about safety on the apps? And how can you stay safe on your ride home? Attorneys for victims and Uber explain. Terms of Service is a CNN Podcasts and Goat Rodeo production. This episode was produced by Jay Venables. At Goat Rodeo, the lead producer is Rebecca Seidel,...
The Wild West of AI Actors: A Conversation with Mercedes Kilmer 28.04.2026 28:17
Val Kilmer is set to star in the film "As Deep as the Grave" — although he never made it to set. It’ll be an AI replica of Kilmer, who passed away last year. His daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, shares why the family agreed to the project. Terms of Service is a CNN Podcasts and Goat Rodeo production. This episode was produced by Hazel Hoffman. At Goat Rodeo, the lead producer is Rebecca Seidel, and the...
Can Kara Swisher Show You How To Live Forever? 21.04.2026 26:10
What would it be like to live forever? Some in Silicon Valley want to find out. Tech journalist Kara Swisher dug into the growing longevity movement, testing some of its most far-flung treatments and biohacks. Hear her advice on living long and well.“Kara Swisher Wants to Live Forever” airs on Saturdays at 9PM. Episodes are also available to stream on the CNN app. Terms of Service is a CNN Podcast...
FanDuel’s President on Reining In Risky Betting 14.04.2026 37:56
The explosion in sports betting apps raises questions about safety and the culture around sports. FanDuel Group President Christian Genetski addresses those questions and offers an inside look at the biggest sports betting app in the US. To hear another perspective on this topic, listen to Clare’s interview with gambling counselor Harry Levant. Terms of Service is a CNN Podcasts and Goat Rodeo pr...
How to Protect Yourself from Automated Pricing Schemes 07.04.2026 23:53
We’re all used to paying the same price as our neighbor for the same product in the same store. But that system of consistent pricing is starting to change. Using consumer data to inform AI-powered pricing algorithms, some companies have begun charging different consumers different prices for the same product. Consumer Reports policy analyst Grace Gedye shares how this algorithmic pricing could af...
How a Landmark Verdict Could Reshape Social Media 31.03.2026 28:27
A Los Angeles jury found that Meta and YouTube knowingly created addictive platforms that harmed the mental health of a young woman. It’s a landmark decision that could serve as a roadmap for thousands of similar cases. But will this legal pressure lead to real change to how social media platforms operate? And what can parents learn from this case? Clare is joined by Nicki Petrossi, host of the p...
The Tech Helping Women Take Control of Their Health 24.03.2026 29:16
We’re surrounded by digital tools promising to help us track and manage our health. And there’s a growing set of products targeted at addressing women’s unique health needs, a category known as FemTech. Just how reliable are these tools? And is it safe to share our personal health data with them? Attorney and CEO of Femme Innovation, Bethany Corbin, explains the benefits and risks of using these p...
50 Years of Apple: How the iPhone Maker Revolutionized Tech 17.03.2026 28:38
With Apple marking its 50th birthday next month, we dive into the inside story about how the iPhone maker and its founders changed the way we live, work and communicate by revolutionizing personal technology. How did Apple get its devices into more than a quarter of the world’s hands? And what’s coming in the next 50 years? CBS Sunday Morning Correspondent David Pogue tells Clare what he found whi...
Could an ‘AI Bubble’ Threaten Your Retirement Savings? 10.03.2026 27:22
Excitement around AI has driven huge stock market gains over the past few years, but there’s growing worry that the good times may not last. Some investors worry we could be nearing an AI crash similar to the dot com bubble burst in 2000. So, how worried do individual investors need to be about what that would mean for the economy and their retirement funds? Investment strategist Ross Mayfield, of...
How to Keep Your Parents and Grandparents Safe Online 03.03.2026 27:55
Misinformation and online scams are incredibly common, especially among older adults in the US. And with the rise of AI and dependence on online tools for so many aspects of life, they are becoming increasingly difficult to identify. So, how can we keep our parents and grandparents — and ourselves — safe online? Tazin Khan, founder and CEO of Cyber Collective, shares tips for staying “internet str...
How are ICE Agents Using Facial Recognition Technology? 24.02.2026 29:05
Amid President Donald Trump's massive immigration crackdown, protesters have shared videos showing ICE agents appearing to photograph or videotape people with their cell phone cameras. The reason why? Investigative journalists at CNN found immigration agents are running facial recognition software to identify people. CNN reporter/producer Yahya Abou-Ghazala explains how this technology works and w...
Could AI Become Smarter Than Humans? 17.02.2026 31:02
Many in Silicon Valley say smarter-than-humans “Artificial General Intelligence” is just around the corner. But is it really possible to create superhuman AI? And should we want to? AI researcher and Cohere co-founder Nick Frosst explains why he thinks the industry shouldn’t be focused on AGI. And he shares his take on perhaps the biggest question surrounding this technology: Could it pose an exis...
Hinge’s CEO on Fighting Dating App Fatigue 10.02.2026 24:04
Dating apps have been part of modern romance for years, but data suggests users are experiencing a bit of swiping fatigue. Hinge, however, has managed to avoid the dating app downturn. Hinge CEO Jackie Jantos chats with Clare about how the app supports the evolving needs of Gen Z daters, whether AI can help us find love, and her advice for people seeking connections this Valentine’s Day season. Te...
Placing Bets on Super Bowl Sunday? Here are Some Things to Keep in Mind 03.02.2026 31:45
Online sports gambling has become a massive business. That means that for individual bettors, there can be serious money on the line, too. So how exactly do sports betting apps work, and what should users keep in mind when placing bets? Sports betting apps say they have taken steps to protect customers, but Harry Levant, Director of Gambling Policy at the Public Health Advocacy Institute, thinks p...
Three Teens on How AI is Reshaping Their Job Prospects 27.01.2026 21:37
Silicon Valley leaders have said that the jobs poised to be most affected by AI are entry-level positions. What does the next generation of workers think about that? On this episode, three high school students share how they’re planning their futures with AI in mind. Plus, a tech executive shares advice for teens as they approach this changing job market. We’re taking listener questions for upcomi...
How to Make Your Online Communications More Secure 20.01.2026 24:01
Your email sits at the center of your online life — it holds personal communications, purchase history and the ability to reset other passwords. Email security isn’t just for people who handle sensitive information at work. How can everyone keep their emails and other online data more secure? Patricia Egger, Head of Security at Proton, shares some practical tips for safeguarding your communication...
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