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Eco Punks
by Eco Punks LLC
Eco Punks are people who are interested in understanding and engaging ecosystems. We host improvised conversations that explore subjects and concepts in an accessible and entertaining manner. These include salons which are larger group discussions, as well as interviews which are smaller and more focused.
Episodes
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Participatory Cybersecurity
From Cyber-Fortresses to Open Gates: Why Participatory Cybersecurity is the Future Imagine a medieval castle, its towering walls manned by a select few, valiantly defending against a relentless siege. This, unfortunately, has been the prevailing metaphor for cybersecurity for far too long.…
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Town Hall on AI Ethics
AI as a Common Tool: The discussion challenges the notion that AI is a complex, inaccessible technology used only by experts. Instead, it's presented as a ubiquitous part of everyday life, exemplified by platforms like Facebook. This perspective encourages people to recognize their daily...
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Can Organizations Cultivate Wisdom?
The following episode presents a deep dive into the concept of wisdom, examining it from historical, philosophical, and psychological perspectives. The participants engage in a thought-provoking discussion about how wisdom can be understood and applied in today's world, especially in relation to…
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The Future of Internet Trust: Creating Systems for Verified and Secure Interactions
https://www.cira.ca/en/resources/documents/state-of-internet/a-trust-layer-for-the-internet-is-emerging-a-2023-report/ “A trust layer for the internet is emerging,” a report by CIRA and Continuum Loop, argues that pairing technical trust (e.g., encryption and signing) and human trust (e.g.,...
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What really happens to how we think as we age?
We are taking on the relationship between aging and cognition in our next installment in our series on Aging, “What really happens to how we think as we age?” Maybe, despite what you’ve heard, the news isn’t all bad? Here's a summary of the main points discussed: 1. **Growth and Decline in…
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Exploring AI, Ethics, and the Commons
Title: Navigating the Digital Commons: AI, Ethics, and the Future of Community Engagement #### Part 1: Understanding the Commons and AI's Role - The episode begins with an exploration of the commons, a concept of shared resources and spaces. - Discussion on the Tragedy of the Commons and its…
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NewMode: AI and Activism
Steve Anderson and the Eco Punks engage in a deep discussion about the use of AI in advocacy, the challenges of navigating the political landscape with AI tools, and the importance of aligning technology with social responsibility and public benefit.
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Jess Vaillancourt and Bee Your Creative Styles
Ecosystems acknowledge intersections between connected areas. As a curated consignment retailer, Jess Vaillancourt business (Bee Your Creative Styles) sits at a really interesting intersection between clothing Upcyclers/Recyclers and Vintage Aficionados, as well as other members of the…
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Ageism and Misperceptions of Ageing
Jan Lemke, Scott Suthren, Jeanette Herrle, and Sherida Ryan discuss the dynamics of ageing and what it means to live in an ageist society.
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Salon: Open Source and the Mozilla Foundation
Mark Surman from the Mozilla Foundation joins us to discuss the current state of the open source movement. Participants included Jan Lemke, Jesse Hirsh, Scott Suthren, Sumit Bhatia, Vass Bednar, Murley Herrle-Fanning, Oksana Hoshva, David Ryan, Sherida Ryan, and Andrea Ostrowksi. Links mentioned…
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Tesla's Self-driving Delusions
We discuss Tesla's historic recall and what it tells us about self-driving technology, autonomous cars, and responsibility. This episode features Jan Lemke, Greg Majster, Sherida Ryan, David Ryan, and Jesse Hirsh https://ecopunks.live https://gazette.ecopunks.live
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Celebrating Aging
Jan Lemke and David Ryan initiate our ongoing series on the joy of aging and why we need to rethink our relationship with time. https://ecopunks.live
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WTF is up with Elon Musk?!
Jesse Hirsh and Jan Lemke discuss Elon Musk and his increasingly erratic and controversial behaviour. Is he sabotaging his business empire or shifting over to a political empire? Does he see the writing on the wall as the far right rises, or is he just an opportunist who sees profit in extremism?...
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The politics and future of sponsorship
Sports, music, art, almost all of our contemporary culture depends upon sponsorship to sustain themselves and their operations. Yet at what cost? We explore the fluidity of trust and reputation in the larger industry of sponsorship and endorsements. Participants included Jesse Hirsh, Jan Lemke…
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The Religion of OpenAI?
The governance conflict at OpenAI suggests that the internal disputes are more theological than ideological. Focused on the belief that AI may soon be sentient, and that it will be smarter and more powerful than humans. Legitimate science or pseudo spirituality? Eco Punks Jesse Hirsh, Jan Lemke,...
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Salon: The Pandemic of Rudeness?
Many industries are in crisis due to the increasing rudeness and incivility that many people are expressing towards front line staff. In this context, the labour shortage is not just a demographic issue, but more about workers being fed up and not taking it anymore. From healthcare, to retail,...
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No More Heroes: OpenAI?
Jesse Hirsh and Jan Lemke discuss the drama at OpenAI and what it means for the larger society vis a vis AI and Governance. Eco Punks Gazette Eco Punks
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Salon: Exploring the Ecosystems of Digital Platforms
Social media platforms are seemingly in flux as their role and influence in our society is changing. Whether the implosion and transformation of Twitter, or the ongoing rise of TikTok, the disruptors are now being disrupted. What does this mean for the larger attention ecosystems? What about the...
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Salon: Getting in Touch
Salon: Getting in Touch Have you ever wondered why we promise each other to stay in touch or get in touch, why we talk about being in touch with something or someone, and never ever say “I’ll stay in sight.”, “I really need to get in taste with myself.”, “Thanks for getting in smell.” or “I’ll…
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Salon: Mind Meets Matter
The body and mind are one! At least that’s what science is increasingly saying. Forget about Cartesian duality, both the body and mind are far more complicated than previously believed, and their distinction is arguably arbitrary. What are the implications of us embracing the idea that the body…
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Salon: Living with Animals
Our salon this week focused on the joy of Living with Animals! Whether you are aware of it or not, we are all living with animals. These could be animals we consider part of our family (pets), or these could be animals we consider a nuisance or threat (pests). Let’s take a moment to reflect on…
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Salon: What do you think trust is?
Our salon this week focused on trust: what it is, why it is so important, and how it is formed or lost. Participants included: Jesse Hirsh, Jan Lemke, Sherida Ryan, Jeanette Herrle, Greg Majster, David Ryan, Scott Suthren, Andrea Ostrowski, Jens Tathoff, and Oksana Hoshva. For more info see...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Eco Punks are people who are interested in understanding and engaging ecosystems. We host improvised conversations that explore subjects and concepts in an accessible and entertaining manner. These include salons which are larger group discussions, as well as interviews which are smaller and more focused.
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Eco Punks LLC
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Eco Punks are people who are interested in understanding and engaging ecosystems. We host improvised conversations that explore subjects and concepts in an accessible and entertaining manner. These include salons which are larger group discussions, as well as interviews which are smaller and more...
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