Technically Socially Aware
Are you interested in the intersection of technology, society, and politics? You’ve come to the right place. Join me, Joel Rion Staves—public servant, social scientist, and learning technologist—for a center-left audit of the systems shaping our world. On Technically Socially Aware, one can expect sensible commentary and authentic, often free-flowing conversations about real systems impacting us all. I’m from the South, so the language is raw and the profanity stays in. Scrub the digital noise with this audio shower. Fancy studios are not a part of this podcast. Episodes are typically recorded in a bedroom, living room, or dining room. Listen on Spotify, Apple, iHeart, and Amazon.
Episodes
Hey y'all! In this episode, I have a virtual discussion with Mark Blacknell, author, veteran, and meditation teacher. He talks some about his journey to Buddhism and meditation and why sometimes we need to "Just Stare at the Damn Wall". I hope that you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed talking to him.
Why are we so politically exhausted? Do we sometimes have to step back? How long do we do so before recharging?
In this episode, I sit down for a virtual meeting with Sam Daley-Harris. Sam is the founder of RESULTS as well as the author of Reclaiming Our Democracy: Healing the Break Between People and Government. Our conversation includes topics such as voter apathy, protests, and political exhaustion.. SIGNUP SHEET FOR THOSE READY...
What's going on in Edtech? Have we gone too far w/ AI? I talk with Lindy Hockenbary, host of Make EdTech 100 about the AI trend in Ed. Tech and remind teachers and students alike that technology is to be a supplement and not a replacement.
Her podcast is available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Podcast Addict.
LINKS TO SOME OF THE TOOLS REFERENCED BELOW:
AI Trust You: Build Trust in AI AdoptionCanva: Visual Suite for Every...
How is AI impacting politics globally? What is the future of AI? What do we need to know about Generative AI? Shomron Jacob, an AI strategist based in Silicone Valley joins me in this conversation where we talk about everything from deepfakes to avatars to women being targeted w/ AI in Iran. This was a mellow, yet solid conversation. Enjoy!
Oklahoma has recently become the 17th state to ban child marriage (i.e., marriages involving anyone under the age of 18). SB504 was co-authored by two Republicans, yet received the most opposition from their Republican colleagues.
https://www.news9.com/oklahoma-politics/oklahoma-child-marriage-ban-law
https://www.unchainedatlast.org/child-marriage-in-the-u-s/
https://www.news9.com/oklahoma-politics/oklahoma-child-marriage-ban-law
In this episode, I chat w/ Kevin Sisco of the Sisco Report. We talk about everything from health insurance, financial institutions, AI dates and Data centers.
Click here to view the transcript.
This is best listened to with earbuds.
Just days before the winner of the New Orleans election was set to take office for this position, LA GOP eliminated the role.
Louisiana Republicans eliminate elected position days before Democrat was to assume office
In this episode, I have a conversation w/ Dr. Michael Nuccitelli of iPredator. We talk about various types of predatory internet behavior. There is discussion of suicide so please listen with caution.
https://www.instagram.com/drnucc/
In this episode, I chat w/ JJ Wisdom, the author of G.A.I.A.: A World on the Brink in the Age of A. I about what he believes is a mono/meta crisis-"a convergence of technological, environmental, psychological, and cultural breakdown — driven not by any single invention, but by human addiction to growth, speed, stimulation, and control."
We talked a bit about how AI is creeping into our daily lives, and we discussed some distur...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vewqzO8iONg&t=1832s&pp=ygUXY29mZmVlaG91c2UgY3JpbWUga2FyZW4%3Dhttps://www.findagrave.com/memorial/255627718/ajike_shantrell-owens#:~:text=Friends%20and%20neighbors%20from%20the,Manager%20at%20a%20local%20McDonalds.
https://people.com/who-was-aj-owens-the-perfect-neighbor-11833350
In this episode, I talk w/ Alexander Carrion. Alexander is an immigration attorney based in New York.
NOTE: The internet wi-fi was not the best, so there are parts of this conversation that are a challenge to hear, but I'm happy that we had this conversation, and I do feel that it will give listeners an idea as to what is happening in the midst of the immigration crisis that we are facing.
NOTE: I do address the legitimate concerns ...
Yall! Another cabinet member has been fired. Pam Bondi has been fired as Attorney General. Apparently, DJT has had it out for her for months.
In this podcast episode, I talk with Sabrina Osso of OSSO SAFE about physical safety at home, work, and beyond. We had a great conversation about the work she does with her company and what she advocates for.
In my second guest interview, I talk w/ Christopher Baum of VotRite. We talk about election integrity, accessibility, and restoring the trust of the general public when it comes to elections.
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