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Can the American dream be revived? Esteemed author and social theorist Cynthia Elliott joins us to dissect how unchecked capitalism and corporate greed have unraveled the fabric of American society. From the golden years of post-World War II prosperity to the stark economic challenges faced by today's middle and lower classes, we navigate the disheartening realities of skyrocketing costs and diminishing opportunities. Cynthia's insights offer a critical lens on the alarming disparity in CEO a...

Could AI be the next great disruptor of the publishing industry? Join us in our latest Citizen Journalist episode as we sit down with Barbara Richter, a journalism and publishing trailblazer. Together, we unravel the profound shifts authors have had to navigate, particularly since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. From pivoting to virtual book launches on platforms like Zoom to the burgeoning trend of self-publishing and personal imprints, we explore how authors find innovative ways to conn...

Can major tech giants like Google and Apple be considered modern-day quasi-governmental entities? Join us on Citizen Journalist for an eye-opening discussion with national security lawyer and geopolitical analyst Irina Tsukerman. Irina unravels the intricate dynamics between global politics and big tech, shedding light on how these corporations navigate complex regulatory landscapes, such as those in China and the European Union. Our conversation also ventures into the burgeoning AI race, hig...

Curious about how artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of education? In our latest episode, we sit down with tech wonder Pauldy Otermans from the Otermans Institute to uncover how AI revolutionizes the classroom. From personalized learning experiences that cater to each student's unique needs to advanced content creation tools that support teachers, we explore how technology makes education more interactive and individualized. You'll gain insights into how AI can provide detailed s...

Can AI really be unbiased? Join us as we tackle this provocative question with telecommunications pioneer Eugenia Jordan. Eugenia has not only shaped the future of communications with her numerous patents but also conducted eye-opening experiments with ChatGPT, revealing significant biases in AI-generated images. Learn how these biases persist and what this means for data ethics and the balance of power in our digital age. We dive deep into the ethical implications of data scraping from creat...

Ever been set ablaze by the fierce glow of innovation and social justice? My encounter with Dr. Roopan Gill did just that, leaving me inspired to share our enlightening conversation with you. We traversed Dr. Gill's evolution from an OBGYN to a CEO passionate about pioneering digital healthcare solutions, while diving into the impact of Vitala Global and the groundbreaking app Aya Contigo." Together, we tackle the reverberations of Roe v. Wade's overturn and the implications for women's sexua...