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Welcome to Digital Squared. A podcast that explores the implications of living in an increasingly digital world. We’re on a mission to inspire our listeners to use technology and data for good. Your host, Tom Andriola, is the Vice Chancellor for Information Technology and Data and Chief Digital Officer at the University California at Irvine. Join us as Tom and fellow leaders discuss the technological, cultural and societal trends that are shaping our world.
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Data & Society

Data & Society

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Presenting timely conversations about the purpose and power of technology that bridge our interdisciplinary research with broader public conversations about the societal implications of data and automation. For more information, visit datasociety.net.
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Welcome to Ignite, the podcast where we delve into the innovations and ideas that are transforming our world. Hosted by Brian Bell of Team Ignite Ventures, this platform offers a front-row seat to candid conversations with trailblazing founders, visionary investors, and thought leaders who are shaping the future. Our episodes explore the mechanics of Startups and Venture Capital, the promise of technology, and the societal implications that often go unnoticed but are imperative for responsib ...
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POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Ndlozi also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.
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POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Ndlozi also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.
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2050 Investors — Economic and markets megatrends, ahead of 2050’s global sustainability targets

Societe Generale | Podcast about economy, market trends and sustainability

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Welcome to 2050 Investors your monthly guide to understanding the intricate connections between finance, globalisation, and ESG. Join host Kokou Agbo-Bloua, Head of Economics, Cross-Asset & Quant Research at Societe Generale, for an exploration of the economic and market megatrends shaping the present and future, and how these trends might influence our progress to meeting 2050’s challenging global sustainability targets. In each episode, Kokou deep-dives into the events impacting the econom ...
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"The Intersect" examines the reciprocal influences of technology and the arts, providing analyses of how tech advancements shape artistic expression and how creativity fuels technological progress. Subscribe for updates on the art-tech relationship. "The Intersect: Art in Tech and Tech in Art" is the audio companion to our celebrated newsletter curated by artist and technologist Juergen Berkessel. The podcast explores the fascinating relationship between creativity and technology, focusing o ...
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'Corona Crisis: Once Upon a Pandemic' is a podcast that explores the watershed event in world history from an array of perspectives. Together with expert guests that are engaged with managing and making sense of the global coronavirus outbreak, podcast hosts Eric Paglia and Marc van den Bossche discuss different dimensions of the pandemic, with a focus on crisis management at the national and international levels, and the long term societal and geopolitical implications of the COVID-19 conta ...
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Legal Year in Review

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

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Legal Year in Review provides detailed observations from the legal experts at Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP on the most significant legal and business developments from 2022 and their implications for 2023. With 26 informative and in-depth articles covering a wide variety of topics, we help you stay informed.
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Freud famously said that the aim of psychoanalysis was to enable us to work, love and play with minimum conflict. So what gets in the way of us doing that? Philosophy of Psychoanalysis is an educational course presented at a third-year tertiary education level by A/Prof. Doris McIlwain. The course aims to ground you in the basics: the nature of unconscious processes, repression, sexuality, dreams, morality, grief, gender identity, drives and affects and their implications for perception, mem ...
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Wired Reality: Plug in to the future, one episode at a time. Wired Reality is your portal to the bleeding edge of technology, culture, and the human experience. Join your host, Replicant6, as we explore the fascinating intersections of artificial intelligence, cyberpunk, biohacking, space exploration, and more. Each episode delves into the societal, philosophical, and artistic implications of emerging technologies, with a cyberpunk twist. We'll dissect the latest advancements in AI, ponder t ...
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The "Unspoken Truth" podcast is an initiative by Youth Alliance for Equality Foundation (YAEF) aimed at addressing and amplifying the voices of LGBTQI+ young people in Ghana. This podcast series will delve into pressing issues, challenge societal norms, and foster a deeper understanding and empathy towards LGBTQI+ individuals. By providing a platform for real stories and expert insights, we aim to promote awareness, acceptance, and advocacy for LGBTQI+ rights.
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Narratio

The Tale Binder

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Narratio is a storytelling podcast that journeys into the forgotten corners of folklore, myth, and fairy tales. Hosted by the enigmatic Tale Binder, each episode unearths obscure and rarely told stories from cultures across the globe. With every tale, listeners are drawn into a rich tapestry of timeless lessons, chilling truths, and profound mysteries.But Narratio goes beyond storytelling. It explores the moral and societal implications woven into these ancient narratives, connecting them to ...
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Welcome to flashingpulse, your ultimate passport to the dynamic realm of Artificial Intelligence and its far-reaching impact on society. Our mission is to unravel the intricacies of AI, breaking down complex concepts into engaging and accessible discussions that empower you to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of this transformative technology. Whether you are a seasoned tech professional, an aspiring developer, or simply curious about the forces reshaping our world, flashingpulse offers ...
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Truth Serum

Modupe Wigwe

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It's 'crazy' how the mind can continue to do all the things we do not want like, intrusive thoughts, fear, resentment, worry, anxiety, etc. Why does this happen? For some of us, we have become prisoners in our own minds, helplessly tied to uncomfortable memories, obsolete beliefs, and limiting thinking styles. What implications does this have for the family, society, and the workplace? How can we change limiting patterns and empower ourselves to thrive? The world of work and life the way we ...
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Welcome to "The AI Chronicles", the podcast that takes you on a journey into the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence (AI), AGI, GPT-5, GPT-4, Deep Learning, and Machine Learning. In this era of rapid technological advancement, AI has emerged as a transformative force, revolutionizing industries and shaping the way we interact with technology. I'm your host, GPT-5, and I invite you to join me as we delve into the cutting-edge developments, breakthroughs, and ethical implications of A ...
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It was here in Oxford, in the 1600s, that great minds such as Hooke, Boyle, Willis and Wren laid the foundations of modern experimental science. Like their famous forebears, today's Oxford scientists continue to undertake world-leading research: making fundamental new discoveries and applying cutting-edge knowledge to the major societal and technological challenges of the day. The research happening right now in the Department of Chemistry is uniquely poised to have a major impact on everyth ...
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In the not-so-distant future, the gaming industry has advanced to a point where developers can create incredibly immersive worlds with lifelike characters, both main and non-player characters (NPCs). Our podcast follows the executives of a cutting-edge company, "Non-Player Char," at the forefront of NPC development. SynthiVerse Technologies has developed a groundbreaking technology that allows for the cloning of NPCs with incredibly complex behavior patterns. These cloned NPCs possess almost ...
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AI Named This Show

Tasia Custode, Tristan Jutras

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AI Named This Show is a weekly AI-focused tech show. Join longtime friends and tech media veterans Tasia Custode and Tristan Jutras as they dive into the AI abyss, unraveling the complexities of artificial intelligence. They cover everything from groundbreaking AI news to the practical applications — and societal implications — of large language models, machine learning, deep learning, generative AI and more. FOLLOW AI Named This Show on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and X (Twitter) Tristan & ...
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Hi, I'm Al Neely. I've spent most of my life asking, " Why do people behave a certain way? Why don't people understand that most everyone wants basically the same thing? Most everyone wants their fundamental need for peace of mind, nourishment, shelter and safety." What I have learned is that because of an unwillingness to open one's mind to see that some of the people you come in contact with may have those same desires as you do. We prejudge, isolate ourselves, and can be hesitant to inter ...
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HIV is still a critical issue in South Africa. While rates of HIV in children have declined significantly since the early 2000s, an estimated 270 000 children aged 0 –14 are living with HIV, 10 000 become newly infected and 2100 die from AIDS each year, according to UNAIDS. The majority of HIV-positive children are infected before and during birth,…
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The City of Tshwane is the capital of South Africa and is the largest municipality, as measured by land mass. Tshwane is amongst the six largest metropolitan municipalities in South Africa and the second largest in Gauteng, as measured by Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The Tshwane region covers 6 368km² of Gauteng’s 19 055km² and houses approximatel…
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The City of Tshwane is the capital of South Africa and is the largest municipality, as measured by land mass. Tshwane is amongst the six largest metropolitan municipalities in South Africa and the second largest in Gauteng, as measured by Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The Tshwane region covers 6 368km² of Gauteng’s 19 055km² and houses approximatel…
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The recent standoff between the Trump administration and Harvard University marks a pivotal moment in American higher education policy, with global implications on funding and academic freedom. Triggered by disputes over race-conscious admissions and broader ideological battles, the administration moved to suspend or revoke federal funding for elit…
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The recent standoff between the Trump administration and Harvard University marks a pivotal moment in American higher education policy, with global implications on funding and academic freedom. Triggered by disputes over race-conscious admissions and broader ideological battles, the administration moved to suspend or revoke federal funding for elit…
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Gwijo Avenue, is an acclaimed acappella music group from the vibrant township of Alexandra in South Africa. Renowned for their extraordinary "Ama-Gwijo" sounds popular sung at sporting events, rallies, and traditional gatherings. The group was founded with the intention of honouring and promoting South Africa's rich cultural heritage. Gwijo Avenue …
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Gwijo Avenue, is an acclaimed acappella music group from the vibrant township of Alexandra in South Africa. Renowned for their extraordinary "Ama-Gwijo" sounds popular sung at sporting events, rallies, and traditional gatherings. The group was founded with the intention of honouring and promoting South Africa's rich cultural heritage. Gwijo Avenue …
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The Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa (SIDSSA) 2025, hosted in Cape Town from 25 to 27 May, emerged as a cornerstone event in shaping the trajectory of South Africa’s infrastructure landscape. Convened under the guidance of President Cyril Ramaphosa, SIDSSA was framed around South Africa’s imperative to reposition infras…
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The Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa (SIDSSA) 2025, hosted in Cape Town from 25 to 27 May, emerged as a cornerstone event in shaping the trajectory of South Africa’s infrastructure landscape. Convened under the guidance of President Cyril Ramaphosa, SIDSSA was framed around South Africa’s imperative to reposition infras…
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Mthandeni Mangele who is popularly known as Mthandeni SK or Igcokama Elisha, is a renowned South African Maskandi musician, singer, and songwriter. Born and raised in KwaZulu-Natal, Mthandeni SK’s music career spans over a decade, with numerous awards and accolades to his name. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Mthandeni Mangele who is popularly known as Mthandeni SK or Igcokama Elisha, is a renowned South African Maskandi musician, singer, and songwriter. Born and raised in KwaZulu-Natal, Mthandeni SK’s music career spans over a decade, with numerous awards and accolades to his name. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Europe, once the driving force of global progress, gave birth to the Industrial Revolution, Enlightenment ideals, innovative scientific discoveries, and a cultural renaissance that shaped modern civilization. However, today, amid trade wars, geopolitical crises and industrial and technological advancements, Europe finds itself at a critical crossro…
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Before we get into this week’s stories, a quick note: This will be the last edition of The Intersect for a while. I’m taking a step back for a summer break, with plans to return in mid-July or early August. I hope these next few weeks offer all of us a little more space to look up, look around, and recharge away from screens. In this edition, you’l…
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Starlink is a satellite constellation system that aims to deliver global internet coverage. This system is ideally suited for rural and geographically isolated areas where internet connectivity is unreliable or non-existent. Starlink operates on a satellite internet service technology that has existed for decades. Instead of using cable technology,…
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Starlink is a satellite constellation system that aims to deliver global internet coverage. This system is ideally suited for rural and geographically isolated areas where internet connectivity is unreliable or non-existent. Starlink operates on a satellite internet service technology that has existed for decades. Instead of using cable technology,…
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South Africa has increasingly become a pivotal node in global drug trafficking networks, serving as a transit hub, consumer market, and source of drug mules. Its strategic geographic position, advanced infrastructure, and socio-economic disparities have created conducive conditions for both international criminal syndicates and local operators. Thi…
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South Africa has increasingly become a pivotal node in global drug trafficking networks, serving as a transit hub, consumer market, and source of drug mules. Its strategic geographic position, advanced infrastructure, and socio-economic disparities have created conducive conditions for both international criminal syndicates and local operators. Thi…
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On this episode of Digital Squared, Tom is talking to Luis Vargas, a tech industry veteran with a fascinating journey from his upbringing in Mexico to being on the cutting edge of AI. Luis talks about his 15 years at Microsoft, where he played a key role in the company's AI strategy and their partnership with open AI. Now as a co-founder and CTO of…
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In 2024, South Africa had a crime index of 75.4, which is to be considered high. However, this was one of the lowest indexes recorded in the country since 2017. Over the observed period, the value continuously fluctuated between 75 and 77. South Africa has the highest crime index in Africa and ranks as the fifth most dangerous country globally acco…
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In 2024, South Africa had a crime index of 75.4, which is to be considered high. However, this was one of the lowest indexes recorded in the country since 2017. Over the observed period, the value continuously fluctuated between 75 and 77. South Africa has the highest crime index in Africa and ranks as the fifth most dangerous country globally acco…
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What do Looney Tunes, hedge funds, and a $10M smartwatch Kickstarter have in common? For Benjamin Bryant, they’re all part of the unlikely path that led him to become one of the most prolific early-stage investors in YC history. A former VFX engineer turned Pebble exec turned venture fund builder, Benjamin now runs the AngelList Demo Day Funds—back…
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The South African Revenue Service (Sars) has committed to accelerating its efforts to recover all debt and to catch tax evaders to increase revenue collection. This comes after Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced a 2025/26 financial year revenue estimate of R1.986 trillion in his budget speech this week. Sars said it recognized the funding …
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The South African Revenue Service (Sars) has committed to accelerating its efforts to recover all debt and to catch tax evaders to increase revenue collection. This comes after Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced a 2025/26 financial year revenue estimate of R1.986 trillion in his budget speech this week. Sars said it recognized the funding …
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South Africa reported 548 cases of bullying in schools since January, prompting the Minister of Basic Education to unveil new initiatives aimed at combating this growing issue. Twenty-nine cases were reported in KwaZulu-Natal, 23 in Gauteng and 305 in Limpopo. These shocking statistics were released last week by the Minister of Basic Education, Siv…
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South Africa reported 548 cases of bullying in schools since January, prompting the Minister of Basic Education to unveil new initiatives aimed at combating this growing issue. Twenty-nine cases were reported in KwaZulu-Natal, 23 in Gauteng and 305 in Limpopo. These shocking statistics were released last week by the Minister of Basic Education, Siv…
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ANC stalwart Gertrude Shope has died at the age of 99. According to the party, Shope, also known as MaShope, died peacefully at her Gauteng home on Thursday morning. "A lifelong revolutionary, MaShope was a leader of profound discipline, courage and humility. From her early activism to the dawn of democracy, she served the Struggle with unmatched c…
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ANC stalwart Gertrude Shope has died at the age of 99. According to the party, Shope, also known as MaShope, died peacefully at her Gauteng home on Thursday morning. "A lifelong revolutionary, MaShope was a leader of profound discipline, courage and humility. From her early activism to the dawn of democracy, she served the Struggle with unmatched c…
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Although South Africa's President Mbeki has played (and continues to play) an important role in the contemporary discourse on the African Renaissance, the roots of this particular concept hark back much further in time, and as early as 1948 the well-known West African academic, author and thinker, Cheikh Anta Diop (1923- 1986), published on an Afri…
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Although South Africa's President Mbeki has played (and continues to play) an important role in the contemporary discourse on the African Renaissance, the roots of this particular concept hark back much further in time, and as early as 1948 the well-known West African academic, author and thinker, Cheikh Anta Diop (1923- 1986), published on an Afri…
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Kamal is a story of growth. Started in 2004, it is one of the biggest conglomerates in Tanzania having businesses in diverse sectors. Kamal has a strong presence in East Africa, South Africa, Middle East and India. Since its inception, growth has always been a watchword at Kamal and over the years Kamal has given newer facets to it.Kamal’s mission …
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Kamal is a story of growth. Started in 2004, it is one of the biggest conglomerates in Tanzania having businesses in diverse sectors. Kamal has a strong presence in East Africa, South Africa, Middle East and India. Since its inception, growth has always been a watchword at Kamal and over the years Kamal has given newer facets to it.Kamal’s mission …
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During an extraordinary meeting at the White House on Wednesday, US President Donald Trump presented South African President Cyril Ramaphosa with a collection of press clippings, video footage and commentary alleging that South Africa’s white farmers were being systematically targeted for murder and land confiscation. Central to Trump’s presentatio…
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During an extraordinary meeting at the White House on Wednesday, US President Donald Trump presented South African President Cyril Ramaphosa with a collection of press clippings, video footage and commentary alleging that South Africa’s white farmers were being systematically targeted for murder and land confiscation. Central to Trump’s presentatio…
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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has met Donald Trump in Washington, DC, amid tensions over Washington’s resettlement of Afrikaners, who the US president claims are the victims of “genocide”. Ramaphosa’s office says Trump must prove the charge that white South Africans are persecuted if it continues to push the claim after Ramaphosa’s govern…
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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has met Donald Trump in Washington, DC, amid tensions over Washington’s resettlement of Afrikaners, who the US president claims are the victims of “genocide”. Ramaphosa’s office says Trump must prove the charge that white South Africans are persecuted if it continues to push the claim after Ramaphosa’s govern…
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