Two individuals discuss early internet memories and the journey of watch fixing, while one predicts the end of watch fixing and the other gets excited about the nostalgic sound of early internet connection.
Cal Newport talks about the potentially dangerous addiction to technology that people face today, and how it's developed to take advantage of our psychological flaws.
The speaker criticized the lavish accumulation of wealth and power by tech figures and compared the existence of wealth beyond monarchs to the FTX and Vanderbuilts.
The guest speaker discusses how creating new categories can be important in technology, like live video, and even in industries such as virtual barbershops.
The speaker compares the explosive and exponential growth of certain technologies, such as the TV, to that of a nuclear bomb. They also question whether the recent acceleration in technological advancements is sustainable in the long run.
The speaker recounts an experience of his father taking notes on the technology features of their car, and mentions that car dealerships now offer young employees to teach older customers how to navigate new technology.
The speaker explores the issue of Silicon Valley companies using ideological opposition to the military as a smoke screen for their true intentions, and proposes using technology and funding to actively address issues of national security and human rights.
A successful tech icon creates an invention inspired by a wish to remember the details around a crucial event in his life, which leads to people using the machine to view their own consciousnesses and each other's in various ways. This discusses the impetus of the invention and how it impacts people's lives.
The technology can help project your remote viewing capability. Guidance systems on interstellar vehicles can be navigated through touch or thought.
In this podcast episode, the speakers discuss various topics including people's food choices, Chrome tablets, Google tablets and how Safari and iOS interfere with user privacy.
The speaker talks about relying on phone notifications instead of actively searching for information on the web.
A woman opens up to her roommate, who is actually a bot, about their living situation after being stranded together during the pandemic.
The speaker talks about how using chat rooms opened up a new world to her, but also led to her compulsive spending habits.
Mark Andreessen shares his thoughts on the core of what tech does and why we shouldn't write off the things that built the Valley, while also promoting 16z's website and being open for business.
The speaker shares their experience buying a Microsoft Surface Studio and encountering a giant owl on the screen, as well as observing unique floating concrete houses built on the water.
Mitsubishi Electric has been innovating heat pump technology since 1970 with continued innovation for home and businesses.
The speaker talks about the time he made a mistake discussing his arrival at SNL after looking up his Wikipedia page, and how he didn't get his first computer until 1990 or 1991.
The idea of a world ruled by the super intelligent poses the risk of magnifying the usual aspects of human nature, which could lead to global authoritarian decisions made by a select few. Furthermore, IQ tests have been used to both celebrate the successes of the human species and divide people, and not everyone has equal opportunities to excel in such a system.
The benefits of technology cannot be denied, but it has resulted in a sense of overwhelming stress and concerns regarding mental health. Gen Z employees, especially those onboarded remotely, struggle with the lack of social capital and networking opportunities essential for career growth.
A person describes a unique 3D experience where images were shown to each individual eye, creating a different type of 3D effect. Although unsure of the benefits, they signed up for it.
The use of search engines and GPS can impact the way we perceive the world and people around us by directing our attention and changing our understanding of others. Different cultures may also have varying perspectives on abiding by time.
The speaker discusses a parachute built into the plane that can be activated if the plane is above 400 feet.
The hosts discuss the use of crowd mics, ambient sound and the importance of not filling every second with dialogue. They also recount stories of their bathroom break experiences at crowded events and the use of technology to stay connected with friends.
The speaker reflects on a conversation with Paul about the importance of starting early with technology and how it led to a series of debates.
The speaker, who remains anonymous, and his friends accidentally shut down North Korea's internet. They got kicked out of the network and caused a week-long outage for the country’s citizens.
Howie Mandel was presented with a new self-cleaning toilet technology by American Standard, but as the Honorary ActiClean Patrol Captain, he probably doesn’t use public toilets anyway.
The speaker and Scott wanted to sell an IP address and triggered an old wound in the process. The speaker mentions buying a Cameo and moving on from depression.
The Internet needs governing rules that establish norms to follow, just like the laws of armed combat. The venture capital model of prioritizing big businesses needs to be rethought in favor of small businesses that can operate sustainably.
The host recounts how his dad joked about having new material for him because he needs to take a printer to Buffalo for repairs. There is also a discussion about the possibility of someone ghostwriting for the host.
A discussion on the physiological effects of overreaching and burnout in the tech industry, how technology has evolved and the challenges of choosing a career in tech versus finance.
The speaker compares Elizabeth Holmes' lack of critical thinking with Steve Jobs' ability to pivot his company. The speaker is unsure whether Steve Jobs is good or bad.
In this podcast, the speaker shares the story of someone who used technology to overcome physical limitations, and suggests that we should similarly use the tools available to us to ask for what we want in life.
The speaker rants about the excessive focus on developing technology like machine learning for adjusting bedroom temperature, while the more pressing issue of expanding food stamps to allow for buying fresh food for children is being ignored.
The debate around planned obsolescence centers around how it was born and if it's the cause of our consumer society or the response to it. The release of a new superior product every few years is fine, but are there ethical implications when it comes to building devices that are designed to be replaced frequently?
The speaker reminisces about the early days of computer use in college and discusses the recreational use of nicotine and modafinil for studying purposes.
The speaker discusses the frustration that comes with trying to group text with people who own different types of phones, specifically Apple and Android.
The internet and technology have changed the way people think, making it harder to get diverse opinions and easier to cherry-pick information. This has led to a younger generation being unable to think critically and rely solely on the internet.
The speaker brings up the difference between talking on a home phone versus using FaceTime for hours when growing up and dating. The conversation ends with laughter about dating.
Hard Fork delivers the latest news and updates in the world of technology, complete with a team of talented individuals producing the show.
The host talks about getting fish and chips in LA and mentions sleep monitoring technology that can measure your sleep activity and even record you if you talk in your sleep.
