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TechTank

TechTank

Brookings Institution

TechTank is a biweekly podcast from The Brookings Institution exploring the most consequential technology issues of our time. From artificial intelligence and racial bias in algorithms, to Big Tech, the future of work, and the digital divide, TechTank takes abstract ideas and makes them accessible. Moderators Dr. Nicol Turner Lee and Darrell West speak with leading technology experts and policymakers to share new data, ideas, and policy solutions to address the challenges of our new digital world.

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best TechTank episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to TechTank for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite TechTank episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

How have teens, the most tech-savvy population of all, been navigating the internet, rife with the spread of misinformation, algorithmic discrimination and more? On TechTank, Samantha Lai will be joined by Taylor Lorenz, technology reporter for the New York Times and affiliate at the Harvard’s Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society, to discuss how young people use the internet and why it matters.

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The US’s relationship with China has grown complicated over the years, with increasing tensions on issues ranging from trade and commerce to technology innovation and national security. On this episode of TechTank, host Darrell West is joined by Tom Wheeler and David Simpson to talk about the state of the US-China tech race, and what to expect going forward.

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TechTank - Deciphering the Metaverse
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05/30/22 • 32 min

There’s been a lot of hype surrounding the concept of the Metaverse, but questions surrounding issues of privacy, security, virtual content moderation, the sale of virtual goods, and data ownership remain. On TechTank, host Darrell West is joined by Tom Wheeler and Katherine Cross to discuss the Metaverse and what issues it raises for consumers and businesses.

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On the anniversary of George Floyd's murder by police officer Derek Chauvin, questions remain about the emerging role of technology in the criminal justice process. Bystanders like Darnella Frazier, the teenager who recorded the death of Mr. Floyd on her smartphone, are now empowered to film police officers engaged in egregious and potentially unlawful acts. And footage from police body cameras can provide the public an opportunity to view violent incidents with their own eyes. In this episode, host Nicol Turner Lee speaks with Brookings scholars Rashawn Ray and Makada Henry-Nickie, and Keesha Middlemass, Associate Professor in Political Science at Howard University, about the benefits, risks, and limitations of technology in the criminal justice process.

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The nation’s current antitrust laws have historical regulatory and enforcement precedents. Recent hearings targeting Big Tech companies are beginning to question whether the existing laws are adaptable to current corporate behaviors and provide sufficient policing of deceptive or anti competitive behaviors or practices. In this episode of TechTank, host Nicol Turner Lee discusses the Biden administration's potential approach to antitrust and competition policies, particularly those affecting Big Tech, with Brookings Fellows Bill Baer and Tom Wheeler, and MIT Professor Nancy Rose.



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TechTank - How Can We Cope With Zoom Fatigue?
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10/28/20 • 47 min

The phrase “telecommuting” was first coined in the early 1970s by a NASA employee named Jack Nilles. Nilles claimed telecommuting could offset traffic congestion, promote resource conservation, and be a major convenience for those so engaged. In addition to the societal and environmental benefits, CEOs of major companies said it increased productivity and offered greater flexibility for workers, as workplaces across the country adopted it as an option.


But when COVID-19 hit, telework quickly went from an option to a necessity. Overnight, more than half of Americans went to work over Zoom. Months into the pandemic, we’re starting to see the consequences. But in the current environment, many major companies have announced that their employees will work remotely on a long term basis. Are we ready for this?



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As the AI economy grows, there is tremendous variation across local and regional economies in how

well-positioned cities are. Some metropolitan areas have tremendous assets and lots of AI-related

activity while others see little activity. Those variations raise interesting questions about which places

are doing well, why, and what other communities can do to boost technology innovation in their local

economies. To learn more, Darrell West is joined by Mark Muro and Sifan Liu, co-authors of a new paper

entitled “AI Cities: The Geography of the AI Economy.”



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In this week's episode of the TechTank Podcast, co-host Nicol Turner Lee speaks with Dr. Dominique Duval-Diop, the Chief Data Scientist for the United States, who reports directly to the Biden-Harris administration. Hear more about the White House’s focus on equitable data and strategies for its effective implementation within our rapidly evolving systems. Dr. Duval-Diop also provides insights into how the nation navigates the plethora of data needs, including at federal agencies.

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TechTank - Generative AI, parents, and teens
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11/20/23 • 40 min

In this week's episode of the TechTank podcast, co-host Nicol Turner Lee is joined by Stephen

Balkam, founder and CEO of FOSI, and Kara Sundby, Senior Director at KANTAR, to delve into

the findings of a new report focused on how teens and parents interact with generative AI.



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TechTank - The State of State Technology Policy
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01/15/24 • 28 min

In this week's episode of the TechTank podcast, co-hosts Nicol Turner Lee and Darrell West kick

off 2024 with an insightful conversation on the state of tech policy with returning guests, Matt

Perault, Director of the Center on Science & Technology Policy at UNC-Chapel Hill, and Scott

Brennen, the Head of Online Expression Policy at the Center on Technology Policy at UNC-

Chapel Hill. Together, they discuss the intricacies of state policy within the dynamic and ever-

evolving tech landscape, exploring key challenges and potential solutions that shape the future of

technology governance.



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FAQ

How many episodes does TechTank have?

TechTank currently has 103 episodes available.

What topics does TechTank cover?

The podcast is about News, Tech, Future, Policy, Podcasts, Technology, Politics and Race.

What is the most popular episode on TechTank?

The episode title 'Taylor Lorenz on Gen Z, Influencer Culture, and the Future of Social Media' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on TechTank?

The average episode length on TechTank is 39 minutes.

How often are episodes of TechTank released?

Episodes of TechTank are typically released every 14 days.

When was the first episode of TechTank?

The first episode of TechTank was released on Aug 4, 2020.

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