CDT Tech Talks
by Center for Democracy and Technology
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Tech Talks are a podcast imagined and created by the folks over at the Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT). We're a 501(c)3 nonpartisan nonprofit organization that fights to put democracy and human rights at the center of the digital revolution. We work to promote democratic values by shaping technology policy and architecture, with a focus on equity and justice. #techtalkcdt
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Episodes
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- Tech Talks Live! Research at the Intersection of Technology, Policy, and the Public Interest · 41 minIn this very special episode of Tech Talks, we’re sharing a conversation from a recent convening hosted by the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) in collaboration with Data…
- Talking Tech on Trust, Power, and the Future of Technology Governance · 30 minWhat does it take to build an open, inclusive, and trustworthy internet in a world where technological power is increasingly concentrated in the hands of a few? In this episode…
- Talking Tech with Roy Austin & Alex Givens on The Future of AI Governance · 28 minArtificial intelligence is rapidly transforming how we work, communicate, and make decisions, but its impact is not just a question of technological innovation. It also raises…
- Talking Tech Live! with On Courage: How to Be a Dissident in an Age of Fear. · 49 minToday's episode is a special recording from a live CDT book talk featuring a conversation about On Courage: How to Be a Dissident in an Age of Fear. In a moment, you'll hear…
- Talking Tech with Maddy Dwyer & Travis Hall on State AI Regulation · 37 minTalking Tech with Maddy Dwyer & Travis Hall on State AI Regulation by Center for Democracy and Technology
- Talking Tech about The FCC, The View, and Press Freedom · 35 minWe have another exciting show for you! This summer, the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) Media Bureau took the unusual step of seeking public comment on whether ABC's…
- Talking Tech with Becca Branum & John Coleman on Free Speech & AI · 30 minAs artificial intelligence becomes increasingly integrated into our daily lives, policymakers, technologists, and advocates are grappling with a critical question: how do we…
- Talking Tech with Mark Surman and Alexandra Givens · 37 minTalking Tech with Mark Surman and Alexandra Givens by Center for Democracy and Technology
- Talking Tech with Kate Ruane & Riana Pfefferkorn on Grok AI · 30 minToday’s episode takes a deep dive into one of the most high-profile AI controversies in recent months: the debate surrounding Grok AI. From reports that the system generated…
- Talking Tech with Aliya Bhatia & David Klotsonis on Protecting Minors Online: A Transatlantic View on Platform Safety · 28 minAt the end of last year, CDT Europe’s David Klotsonis and CDT US’ Aliya Bhatia sat down for a transatlantic conversation on one of the most pressing digital policy challenges…
- TechProm Tech Talk - Episode 2 · 10 minBackground Music Credit: "Chill Upbeat" by FreeMusicForVideo on pixabay.com
- Tech Prom Tech Talk - Episode 1 · 8 minBackground Music Credit: "Upbeat Music" by DELOSound on pixabay.com
- Tech Prom Tech Talk - Episode 3 · 10 minRecorded on the night of the greatest party the on tech policy calendar -- Tech Prom!
- Tech Prom Tech Talk - Episode 4 · 12 minCW: Language Background Music Credit: "Background Music Upbeat" by DELOSound on pixabay.com
- Tech Talks on Fair and Accountable AI: Data, Agents, and Regulation · 45 minQuestions of equity, accountability, and data use are taking center stage now that AI reshapes everything from public services to private industry. This episode kicks off our…
- Talking Tech with Amy Winecoff and Umang Bhatt on AI-Documentation · 36 minAs AI systems become more embedded in critical decisions—from healthcare to hiring—the need for transparency and trust has never been greater. But how do we document these…
- Talking Tech with Zeve Sanderson, Michal Luria, and Aliya Bhatia on Age Verification · 30 minIn this episode of Tech Talks, we dive into the growing debate over online age verification. While often framed as a way to protect children, these policies carry major…
- Talking Tech On Woke AI · 37 minCan AI ever truly be “neutral”? A new Executive Order takes aim at so-called “Woke AI,” raising constitutional concerns and surfacing big technical challenges. In this episode of…
- Talking Tech with Chinmayi Sharma and Nick Doty on The Role of Public Interest Technologists · 32 minIn this episode, we explore the vital role public interest technologists play in shaping policy. How do technical experts influence legislation around the internet…
- Talking Tech with Greg Nojiem on The Current State of PCLOB · 18 minOn January 27th, the Trump Administration made headlines with a controversial move to dismiss three Democratic members of the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB)…
