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  Everyone should own their own chatbot agent 01.10.2026 51Min.

  In this episode, Alex Hudson and Chris explore the chaotic intersection of AI, military technology, and the future of media and society, sharing insights from recent research and personal anecdotes.keywords: AI, military tech, quantum computing, media, society, innovation, future trendskey topicsAI and military technologyQuantum computing advancementsMedia consumption and long-running seriesThe economics of hardware and AI infrastructureThe social implications of technological changeTo support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  50 things you should know about AI 24.09.2026 56Min.

  Crashed is celebrating its 50th episode, which is silly. Also silly is choosing to celebrate it by trying to fit 50 things you need to know about AI in a single episode. But we did it. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being part of Crashed and making it into the ridiculous thing it has become. If you want cake, email us and we'll try to send you some.In this episode, Alex Hudson and Chris Stokel-Walker explore the latest developments and misconceptions in AI, from superintelligence to AI regulation, water usage, and the future of AI technology.Keywords: AI, superintelligence, AI regulation, water usage, AI ethics, AI models, AI impact, AI safety, future of AIKey topicsWhat Donald Trump means by superintelligence and its implicationsThe reality of superintelligence and its development pathAI safety concerns and containment issuesThe impact of AI on water and energy consumptionRegulatory efforts and international cooperation on AI safetyThe influence of capitalism and geopolitics on AI developmentThe role of open source and corporate AI modelsThe bias and ethical challenges in AI systemsThe potential of AI to reduce conspiracy beliefs and improve productivityThe future of humanoid robots and AI integrationTo support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Q&A special: AI's relation to the nuclear bomb, the solution to spam email and one impossible question 17.09.2026 58Min.

  In this special Q&A episode, presenters Alex Hudson and Chris Stokel-Walker explore the complex and often alarming intersections of AI, government influence, privacy, technological innovation, and much more besides. They discuss recent developments, historical parallels, and the future implications of AI and tech in society.Keywords: AI, government influence, privacy, technology, innovation, regulation, societal impact, future of AI, surveillance, global cooperationKey topics: AI influence on government decision-making, AI and its historical parallels with the Manhattan Project and financial crises, the role of lobbying and regulation in AI development, privacy concerns with facial recognition and surveillance, global cooperation and AI governance, the impact of AI on jobs and societyTo support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  The weaponised selfie and image-based abuse 10.09.2026 1Std. 1Min.

  Chayn founder and CEO Hera Hussain joins Alex Hudson and guest presenter Dr Carolina Are to discuss the complex issues surrounding image-based abuse, consent, and digital safety, especially in conservative cultures and diaspora communities. She highlights the importance of nuanced policies, community impact, and technological solutions.Also in the episode, have we finally reached late-stage algorithm? And what would it take for the presenters to start dating an LLM? Read Chayn’s report: https://reports.chayn.co/ Follow Carolina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloggeronpole Keywords: image-based abuse, consent, digital safety, Hera Hussain, social media, privacy, gender-based violence, tech policy, Pakistan, social media, algorithms, regulation, aura battles, extremism, digital literacyTo support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  The influencers won. Now what? (a Taylor Lorenz's Power User v Crashed collab) 03.09.2026 50Min.

  In this episode, Alex Hudson and Taylor Lorenz explore the evolving landscape of influence, AI, and digital regulation, discussing the impact of technology on society, politics, and media. They delve into the future of AI, the role of influencers, and the challenges of regulation in a rapidly changing digital world.Follow Taylor Lorenz's Power User on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/taylor-lorenzs-power-user/id1733535260 On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5iganPXXEoTDB9lIQzY7Fh?si=85fed5daa4ad42e9 Or YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/taylorlorenz keywordsAI, influencers, digital regulation, social media, technology, politics, media, privacy, future of AI, influence economykey topicsThe influence economy and its evolutionThe role of AI in everyday life and workChallenges of regulation and liability in AI systemsThe changing landscape of social media and influenceThe impact of legislation on free speech and digital contentThe rise of agentic AI and its implicationsThe concept of fame in the digital eraThe intersection of technology, privacy, and ethicsTo support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Getting paid to train AI to replace you 27.08.2026 56Min.

  In this episode, Alex Hudson and Chris Stokel-Walker explore the latest developments in AI, social media trends, and the future of warfare, delving into the ethical, societal, and technological implications of these rapid changes.KeywordsAI, social media, warfare, technology, ethics, future of work, TikTok, Vine, Ukraine, autonomous weaponsKey topicsAI in warfare and defenseThe resurgence of short-form video platforms like Vine and DivineSocial media responsibility and offline consequencesThe development and risks of autonomous weaponsThe impact of AI training on jobs and societyTakeawaysUkraine has become a key AI battlefield, with data shaping modern warfare.Vine's return signals a shift towards less algorithm-driven, more authentic content.Social media platforms face complex responsibilities for offline actions.AI's role in training and replacing jobs raises ethical and economic questions.The development of autonomous weapons presents profound moral and strategic challenges.To support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  The death of the computer keyboard 20.08.2026 58Min.

  In this episode, Bloomberg columnist Dave Lee joins hosts Alex Hudson and Chris Stokel-Walker to discuss if the computer keyboard is on its last legs. Only around half of users see it as a primary device and 20% don't use it at all. What's the future of interfaces, and will typing be entirely unnecessary?We explore the future of interfaces, the role of writing and AI, and the cultural implications of technological change. They debate the significance of the keyboard, voice interfaces, and the enduring value of human storytelling.Find Dave's vibe-coded website: https://www.davelee.me/keywordsfuture of interfaces, AI and writing, voice technology, keyboard vs voice, storytelling, tech culture, AI tools, communication evolutionkey topicsThe evolution of internet access and device usageThe potential decline of the keyboard in favour of voice and AR interfacesThe importance of writing as a thinking tool and its cultural valueThe role of AI in writing, communication, and creative processesThe social and ethical considerations of relying on AI and voice techThe significance of human character and storytelling in a digital ageThe impact of AI on journalism, music, and other creative fieldsFuture trends in human-computer interaction and interface designTo support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Quantum technology will change everything 13.08.2026 50Min.

  Quantum is about to change the world, so we’re told. It will make computers exponentially faster. It will challenge the cryptographic foundations that underpin security. It has the potential to fundamentally reshape the world, similar to the shift from before the web to after. According to Austrian physicist Erwin Schrödinger of cat-owning/not-owning fame, quantum mechanics requires an entire departure from classical lines of thought:In this episode, Dr Jess Wade, of Imperial College London, joins presenters Alex Hudson and Chris Stokel-Walker to explain the fundamentals of quantum mechanics, its potential to revolutionise technology, and how the UK is positioning itself in the global quantum race. She demystifies complex concepts like quantum entanglement and discusses the societal impact of quantum innovations.Also in the programme, why is the cloud seemingly moving to Slough? And what happens now lovebots are banned? To support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Is Andy Burnham really the TikTok prime minister? 06.08.2026 54Min.

  Presenters Alex Hudson and Chris Stokel-Walker discuss "The UK’s first TikTok prime minister", and if Andy Burnham really is channelling New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani as he hit social media. Other ministers, including Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood talking about small boat crossings, or AI minister Kanishka Narayan talking about Backing British while eating a strawberry, are following suit. Even Chancellor John Healey was reviewing pork scratchings with Burnham in a pub in a social video. Why? What's the grand plan here? And what are the 13 new social media hires going to do?Alongside that in this episode, we explore the latest social media trends, political strategies, and bizarre news stories that highlight how digital culture is shaping society. From TikTok's integration with Disney to political social media tactics, we cover it all.keywordssocial media, TikTok, politics, social media trends, viral stories, digital culture, political strategy, social media influence, bizarre news, online activismkey topicsTikTok's partnership with Disney and major brandsThe use of social media by politicians for direct engagementThe impact of viral stories and bizarre news on public discourseReddit's role in AI training data and search resultsControversies involving political figures and social media abuseTo support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Lampposts could be spying on you... really! 30.07.2026 59Min.

  A lampost with facial-recognition capability has been announced. Why? We don't know. But we'll try and find out. In this episode, presenters Alex Hudson and Chris Stokel-Walker explore the latest developments in surveillance technology, AI mishaps, and the implications for privacy and civil liberties. Our guest, Professor Pete Fussey, shares insights from his extensive research on surveillance systems, facial recognition, and the societal impacts of these technologies.Also, the tech angle on the Clicky Ponting cricket cheating scandal, OpenAI admits to more hacking, and former eBay employees have to pay millions for a campaign of abuse and intimidation against a couple who wrote less-than-complimentary things about them.Follow Pete on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-fussey Key topics: The expansion of surveillance infrastructure like CCTV and lamp postsAI errors and privacy leaks in chatbots like Claude and ChatGPTDemographic biases in facial recognition technologyThe impact of surveillance on marginalized communitiesRegulatory challenges and the need for transparency in surveillance techThe societal effects of surveillance and privacy erosionThe role of human rights law in regulating surveillanceThe influence of political ideologies on surveillance policiesTo support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  The death of British science, innovation and technology (department) 23.07.2026 1Std. 2Min.

  In a week of a new prime minister, an OpenAI agentic “hack” and France banning social media for under-15s, presenters Alex Hudson and Chris Stokel-Walker have a lot to get through.They’re joined by investigative journalist Ben Smoke, who has spent the last 18 months investigating alleged corruption in AI policy and the Labour government. This episode delves into the transparency, conflicts of interest, and societal impact of current AI strategies. And talks about Fast and the Furious as an academic pursuit.Subscribe to Ben's Substack: https://wefightthegoodfight.substack.com/Or follow them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bencsmoke/?hl=en Keywords: AI policy, UK government, industry influence, transparency, AI growth zones, AI minister, political accountability, tech industry, public interest, AI regulationKey topics: UK AI policy and government restructuring; Influence of tech industry and vested interests; transparency and conflicts of interest in AI policymaking; AI growth zones and local economic impact; Role of the AI minister and cabinet dynamicsTo support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  The Meta narrative: Instagram, shadowbanning, Meta Glasses, and AI redundancies 16.07.2026 1Std. 8Min.

  Meta is having a moment, laying off 10% of its staff with the help, it's alleged, of AI while maintaining a 40% profit margin. In this episode, we explore the latest developments in Instagram shadowbanning, how Kylie Jenner's Meta Glasses partnership could cause problems, what the Muse Image and NameTag controversies say about Zuckerberg's mindset. social media, and does what copyright is left in the age of AI.Presenters Alex Hudson and Chris Stokel-Walker are joined by academic, campaigner and activist Dr Carolina Are.We discuss shadow banning, AI-generated content, Meta's controversial features, and the future of digital rights.Also, why is Netflix trying to become YouTube? And why did IBM's share price tank?Read Dr Carolina's work: https://bloggeronpole.com/ To support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  What does Burnhamism mean in practice? And is the answer just AI everything? 09.07.2026 1Std. 2Min.

  The next prime minister is probably Andy Burnham. And this means Burnhamism, Manchesterism and devolution are all hot topics. But what does that mean for economic growth? Technological innovation? And the UK’s second cities catching up. In this episode, presenters Alex Hudson and Chris Stokel-Walker talk to Tom Forth about regional economic disparities in the UK, the impact of devolution, and the potential to transform cities like Leeds and Manchester. We explore how to reduce the North-South divide.Go to Tom Forth’s website: https://tomforth.co.uk/ Follow him on X: https://x.com/thomasforth?lang=en Keywords: UK economy, devolution, regional development, infrastructure, Manchester, Leeds, North-South divide, economic growth, public investment, city regenerationkey topicsImpact of devolution on regional economiesCase studies of Manchester and LeedsRole of infrastructure projects like tram systemsStrategies for regional growth and prosperityChallenges and opportunities in UK regional developmentTo support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Does AI need a “kill switch”? 02.07.2026 59Min.

  Sarah Breeden, the Bank of England’s deputy governor for financial stability, has talked about the potential need ot a “kill switch” for markets because agentic AI may force regulators to rethink how the financial system is governed. Presenters Alex Hudson and Christ Stokel-Walker try to unpick the detail from the fantastic tabloid headlines. Also, could we be facing the end of the need for websites? Now that AI and search changes are leaving some news publishers with traffic drops of up to 90%, and online brands are seeing their traffic fall, is this really the end? And will we all just stare at LLMs, social networks and forums? Performance marketing pioneer Neil Patel, of NP Digital, discusses the future of search, AI's impact on SEO, and how businesses can adapt to the evolving digital landscape. This episode offers insights into how AI and LLMs are transforming marketing, content creation, and consumer behaviour.Keywords: Neil Patel, AI Search, SEO, LLMs, Digital Marketing, Future of Websites, Content Strategy, AI in BusinessKey topicsThe shift from traditional search to AI-driven searchThe impact of LLMs like ChatGPT and Gemini on SEOStrategies for optimising for AI and LLMsThe importance of product quality over marketing in AI eraThe future of websites and in-platform transactionsThe role of digital PR and content in AI searchThe changing landscape of journalism and content creationNeil Patel's insights on product-led growth and innovationTo support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  The week the world asked the Internet for ID 25.06.2026 55Min.

  Britain is changing prime minister again, which would be funny if the policy consequences were not so bleak. So this week on Crashed, Alex Hudson and Chris Stokel-Walker ignore the Westminster cosplay and ask the question that actually matters: what tech agenda does the next government inherit?From under-16 social media bans to VPN age-gating, facial age estimation at the border, AI regulation, digital ID, Anthropic’s incoming checks, bot paranoia and the collapsing line between public safety and private life, this is an episode about the same pattern appearing everywhere.Every new demand for safety seems to need another identity check. Every new AI panic seems to need another database. Every new political crisis seems to produce another reason why privacy has to give way.Also: hot podium guy, the King of the North, World Cup heat stress, whether blockchain can prove you are human, and the increasingly urgent question of what level of real-world harm society is prepared to tolerate to preserve a private digital life.To support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Social media ban could mean more state surveillance 18.06.2026 1Std. 5Min.

  In this episode, presenters Alex Hudson and Chris Stokel-Walker delve into the complexities of social media regulation, government policies on youth online safety, and the influence of AI at the G7 summit. They explore the implications of recent policies, the role of framing in public opinion, and the future of tech regulation.They're joined by Genevieve Broadhead, global industry lead at cloud database platform MongoDB, to discuss who owns the information architecture underneath every AI answer, retail interaction and customer decisionTo support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Royal Mail can't even deliver parcels to the Post Office 11.06.2026 58Min.

  Royal Mail can't even deliver mail to Post Offices... and there's literally no way to speak to a Parcelforce customer service operator directly, no matter how hard you try. Wasn't the delivery revolution meant to make everything better? The regulator keeps fining them for all the targets being missed. Presenters Alex Hudson and Chris Stokel-Walker talk about expensive stamps, the demise of Post Office branches and how hard it is to deliver post to the Post Office. Maybe they could organise a p*** up in a brewery? In the episode, we also cover the "aggressive" investment in British industry and why the iPhone is being blamed for the drop in birth rate. To support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Elon Musk’s trillion-dollar gamble and the extended reality (XR) of it all 04.06.2026 55Min.

  This episode explores the recent experiences at South by Southwest (SXSW) London, the state of XR and AI markets, and the implications of upcoming IPOs in the tech industry, including the $135-a-share gamble with SpaceX that would make it the largest IPO ever and worth nearly $1.8 trillion. Hosts Alex Hudson and Chris Stokel-Walker share insights, critiques, and future predictions about the cultural and economic impact of these technological trends.Keywords: South by Southwest London, XR, AI, IPOs, tech industry, cultural impact, market analysis, innovation, technology trendskey topicsSouth by Southwest London experienceThe state of XR and extended realityUpcoming IPOs of AI and tech giants OpenAI, Anthropic and SpaceXMarket concentration and valuation concernsCultural and societal implications of XR and AITo support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Shadow banning on social is real (and so is the AI Pope) 28.05.2026 59Min.

  This episode explores the complex issues of shadow banning, content moderation, and the influence of AI and religion on digital society. Featuring Dr. Carolina Are, of the LSE, presenters Alex Hudson and Chris Stokel-Walker get deep into platform policies, free speech, and the moral implications of AI development.Oh, and what “don’t be evil” did (or didn’t mean) to Google, how North Korea might be using AI and what on earth the UK might be doing about all this. Follow Dr. Carolina Are: https://www.instagram.com/bloggeronpole/?hl=en Keywords: shadow banning, social media moderation, AI ethics, free speech, platform regulation, digital rights, online harms, social media censorship, AI morality, religious influence on technologykey topicsShadow banning and content suppressionThe influence of AI and algorithms on societyThe role of religion and morality in AI developmentTo support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  HS2: How difficult is it to build a £100bn railway? 21.05.2026 49Min.

  Britain’s next-generation high-speed rail network (HS2) was going to lay 530km of track, offer speeds of up to 225mph, cost around £33bn, and launch in 2026, when it was announced in 2012. Now in 2026, it’ll cost up to £103bn, be under half the length (225km), slower, and won’t be completed until, potentially, 2043. It’s gone laughably wrong. Even the government calls it “the world’s most expensive slow-motion car crash”. Presenters Alex Hudson and Chris Stokel-Walker interview transport expert Adam Tyndall about how a slow-motion car crash is possible on a railway, exactly what’s gone wrong and why a bat tunnel costs £100m (yes, it does relate to HS2).Elsewhere, how much EU can an EU EU if an EU is in the EU? Brussels is preparing the Chips Act 2.0 for a reported launch on 27 May, as part of the wider Tech Sovereignty Package. They want to double Europe’s global semiconductor market share to 20% by 2030. Chris is heading to Europe to find out if that’s possible (though we both think we know the answer).Follow Adam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamtyndall/ To support, go to https://bit.ly/CrashedPodcast or search Crashed podcastFollow:Alex: www.instagram.com/alexhuds / www.tiktok.com/@alexhuds Chris: www.instagram.com/cstokelwalker / www.tiktok.com/@st0kelSpotify: https://bit.ly/CrashedSpotifyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4qkgmmVRSS: https://bit.ly/CrashedRSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.