Big Tech, Big Power, Big Consequences: A Deep Dive with Jathan Sadowski

About this episode

The episode discusses the implications of Big Tech's influence on society and democracy through a conversation with tech researcher Jathan Sadowski.

Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming embedded in everything, from our workplaces to our government. But who really benefits from the world Silicon Valley is building? In this super sized episode of Beyond Voting , host Emily Williams speaks with tech researcher and author, Jathan Sadowski about the growing power of Big Tech and the rise of what some call the “tech broligarchy.” They explore how social media captured our attention, how AI could reshape creativity and critical thinking, and why the deepening partnership between tech companies and government should concern anyone who cares about democracy. This extended conversation connects the dots between technology, capitalism, and democracy. It also asks a critical question: who benefits from the world Silicon Valley is building? We’d love to hear from you! Rate & review the show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help others find us. Join the conversation and follow our new IG account: @beyondvotingpodcast Consider supporting Beyond Voting with a donation - https://givebutter.com/PhNlBi Want more on AI & Tech from our guest, Jathan Sadowski? Listen to his podcast, This Machine Kills and visit more about our guest…

People in this episode

Host: Emily Williams

Guest: Jathan Sadowski

Topics covered

• Big Tech
• Artificial Intelligence
• Democracy
• Capitalism
• Social Media
• Technology and Government

Keywords

• Big Tech
• AI
• democracy
• social media
• technology
• capitalism
• Jathan Sadowski

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Silicon Valley, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, This Machine Kills, givebutter

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