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The Impact of Doubt and Technology on Society
36:25 - 46:16 (09:51)
This podcast episode discusses the role that the spread of doubt and technology has played in the polarization and rage of society. It references historical events related to the marketing of cigarettes, as well as Google's Project Maven.
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In 2017, when Google began working with the Defense Department on Project Maven, some employees felt it was in opposition to their "don't be evil" narrative leading to a crisis within the company.
36:25 - 39:21 (02:55)
Summary
In 2017, when Google began working with the Defense Department on Project Maven, some employees felt it was in opposition to their "don't be evil" narrative leading to a crisis within the company. A company's narrative, including its ethics and values, can have a significant impact on its employees and culture.
ChapterThe Impact of Doubt and Technology on Society
Episode#535: General Stanley McChrystal — Mastering Risk: A User's Guide
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
This podcast explores the use of propaganda and misinformation throughout history, and the ways in which it is becoming more prevalent and dangerous with the rise of technology and social media.
39:21 - 43:08 (03:46)
Summary
This podcast explores the use of propaganda and misinformation throughout history, and the ways in which it is becoming more prevalent and dangerous with the rise of technology and social media.
ChapterThe Impact of Doubt and Technology on Society
Episode#535: General Stanley McChrystal — Mastering Risk: A User's Guide
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The degree of polarity and rage that social media has caused in people is mind-boggling and could result in a revulsion against what is happening to young people and ourselves.
43:08 - 46:16 (03:08)
Summary
The degree of polarity and rage that social media has caused in people is mind-boggling and could result in a revulsion against what is happening to young people and ourselves. Tech leaders need to get in front of this and start to understand the dangers of social media and artificial intelligence.