Thurs 23 Oct 2025 Technology & Authority

In this episode we focus in on attempts to regulate new technology, both in the areas of reproduction and communication. However it seems unlikely that legislation will ever keep up with technology.    The UN is proposing to ban Surrogacy, which does have risk and is open to exploitation, but also provides a last Hope for some who struggle with fertility.     The BSA has moved to control the content of unlicensed internet broadcasters, a move which Simon O’Connor describes as a power grab and regulatory overreach.    Justin Smith unpacks changes emerging with Podcasting and the increasing influence of these prophets of the attention economy.     As always, we’d love  to get your thoughts & comments on any of these issues. Text 8168 - start with the keyword “comments” or check out the website - www.thoughtsandcomments.co.nzSupport Rhema: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?brand=rhema&utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=linkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.