Panic with a Purpose

Nhi and CJ
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Welcome to Panic with a Purpose, a podcast by Nū Atlas. Hosted by Nhi and CJ the EJ guy, the podcast is exploring climate, justice, and the role of data & AI in shaping our collective future. We panic… but instead of letting it overwhelm us, we use it as fuel to get educated and promote solutions! Expect data-driven opinions, caffeine-fueled ramblings, and anything in-between. And did we mention memes? 👀 New episodes drop monthly, tackling topics like data centres, data ownership and democracy, and whether AI can actually help address the climate crisis. If climate news leaves you spiralling but still determined to do something - and you’re looking for a community of like-minded people - this podcast is for you! 

Episodes

  1. Episode 2: Borrowed Land, Borrowed Water, Borrowed Time

    May 19

    Episode 2: Borrowed Land, Borrowed Water, Borrowed Time

    Artificial intelligence feels invisible. But the digital economy runs on very physical things: water, land, energy, minerals, labor, and infrastructure. In this episode of Panic With A Purpose, Nhi and CJ unpack the environmental relationship between technology and natural resources - from AI data centers and water scarcity to cobalt extraction, deep sea mining, data sovereignty, and who actually gets to decide where this infrastructure gets built. Some of the things we talk about: Why AI infrastructure uses absurd amounts of water and energThe politics of data centers, extraction, and “innovation”Whether technology is saving us or speedrunning ecological collapseWhy literacy, local organizing, and asking annoying questions actually matterAlso included: existential dread, accidental comedy, Scooby-Doo voices, and at least one deeply concerning statistic. This is the first episode in a larger series exploring the environmental footprint of AI and digital infrastructure. To learn more, visit https://www.nuatlas.org/podcast 📚 Sources referenced in the episode HERE 💬 Leave your thoughts, corrections, or questions in the comments or use https://www.nuatlas.org/contact-us Watch us on Youtube  FOLLOW US ON Insta   / nuatlasplatform Linkedin   / nuatlas Show cast and crew: Hosts and creators: Nhiyc (Nhi Corcoran) & CJ the EJ Guy (Charles Knoble)  Producer: Joanna Jastrzebska Editor: Maxine Beceril Disclaimer: Acknowledging our bias: This episode was written by our team operating primarily in Global North contexts, using English-language sources, with easier access to Western frameworks and examples. We're aware this creates blind spots. Our attempt at accountability: Actively seeking examples from Global South, particularly communities on extraction frontlines Centring resistance from those most impacted by climate and data extraction Acknowledging when we lack information rather than generalising from limited examples Inviting correction and contribution from global listeners Committing to ongoing learning and updating this brief as we learn more What we're not doing: Claiming objectivity (impossible. all research has perspective) Treating Global North frameworks as universal or superior Using Global South examples only as victims/problems rather than leaders/solutions Assuming our audience shares our context Pretending we can represent experiences we haven't lived If you hear gaps, misrepresentations, or have examples we've missed: tell us. We want this to be a conversation!

    1h 1m
  2. Episode 1: Data Is The New... Everything?

    Mar 27

    Episode 1: Data Is The New... Everything?

    Data is everything and everything’s data, but who actually owns it? And what does it mean for us and the planet? For our first episode, we decided to go big right out of the gate and tackle the messy, fascinating world of data, it’s ownership, and why it matters. We discuss what we even mean when we say “data” in the first place, try to define what counts as environmental data (spoiler: context is everything), and unpack how seemingly harmless bits of information can be stitched together into something powerful (and sometimes terrifying), especially when controlled by big tech and opaque power systems. And most importantly, we explore what an alternative data ownership model could look like, and how it might help build a more equitable future for all of us. To learn more, visit https://www.nuatlas.org/podcast Additional Reading & Resources https://doughnuteconomics.org/ https://www.kateraworth.com/doughnut/  FOLLOW US ON Insta   / nu.atlasorg Linkedin   / nuatlas  Cast and crew: Hosts and creators: Nhiyc (Nhi Corcoran) & CJ the EJ Guy (Charles Knoble)  Producer: Joanna Jastrzebska Editor: Maxine Beceril Disclaimer: This episode reflects a Global North perspective, shaped by English-language sources and Western frameworks - so blind spots exist. We don’t claim objectivity or treat Western frameworks as universal, and we avoid framing impacted communities only as victims. If we’ve missed something or misrepresented an issue, we welcome your input—this is an ongoing conversation.

    52 min
  3. Trailer: Panic with a Purpose

    Season 1 Trailer

    Trailer: Panic with a Purpose

    Hello World! Welcome to Panic with a Purpose, a new podcast by Nū Atlas. Hosted by Nhi and CJ the EJ guy, the podcast is exploring climate, justice, and the role of data & AI in shaping our collective future. We panic… but instead of letting it overwhelm us, we use it as fuel to get educated and promote solutions! Expect data-driven opinions, caffeine-fueled ramblings, and anything in-between. And did we mention memes? 👀 This trailer offers a first glimpse into the slightly unhinged world of Panic with a Purpose. New episodes drop monthly, tackling topics like data centres, data ownership and democracy, and whether AI can actually help address the climate crisis. If climate news leaves you spiralling but still determined to do something - and you’re looking for a community of like-minded people - this podcast is for you!  To learn more, visit https://www.nuatlas.org/podcast Show cast and crew: Hosts and creators: Nhiyc (Nhi Corcoran) & CJ the EJ Guy (Charles Knoble)  Producer: Joanna Jastrzebska  Editor: Maxine Beceril

    4 min

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Welcome to Panic with a Purpose, a podcast by Nū Atlas. Hosted by Nhi and CJ the EJ guy, the podcast is exploring climate, justice, and the role of data & AI in shaping our collective future. We panic… but instead of letting it overwhelm us, we use it as fuel to get educated and promote solutions! Expect data-driven opinions, caffeine-fueled ramblings, and anything in-between. And did we mention memes? 👀 New episodes drop monthly, tackling topics like data centres, data ownership and democracy, and whether AI can actually help address the climate crisis. If climate news leaves you spiralling but still determined to do something - and you’re looking for a community of like-minded people - this podcast is for you! 

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  • Creator
    Nhi and CJ
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Panic with a Purpose
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