In Conversation with Nathalie Nahai

In the face of massive existential threat, how can we begin to take action at the scale required to protect the future of life on earth? This episode, I speak with James Glave, an author, editor, and communications professional focused on the low-carbon economy. As principal of Glave Communications, James supports a wide range of companies, organisations, and governments committed to decarbonisation. He is also a cofounder and former communications director for Clean Energy Canada, and a senior fellow and lead communications advisor for Future 500 in San Francisco. Join in the conversation #hivepodcast, and find out more at www.nathalienahai.com/the-hive-podcast/

In this episode, I speak with Beth Rattner, the executive director of the Biomimicry Institute, a fascinating organisation whose purpose is to naturalise biomimicry in the culture by promoting the transfer of ideas, designs, and strategies from biology to sustainable human systems design. We explore everything from technological innovation, resilience and the economies of the future, to what it might mean to re-write deeply-held narratives about what it is to be human, in order to tread a more regenerative path. Join in the conversation #hivepodcast, and find out more at www.nathalienahai.com/the-hive-podcast/

In October 2018 in the UK, a small socio-political group called Extinction Rebellion was born. Launched by Roger Hallam, Gail Bradbrook, Simon Bramwell, and other activists from the campaign group Rising Up!, their aim was to communicate with, and put pressure on, our governments to take the necessary action to avert climate breakdown, halt biodiversity loss, and minimise the risk of human extinction and ecological collapse. In the brief window of time since their inception, XR has become a global movement that has not only given citizens a voice and enabled large-scale acts of peaceful civil disobedience, but also contributed to the decision of governments declaring a climate emergency, paving the way for the legislative change needed to tackle this crisis. This episode, I talk with Liam Geary Baulch, Creative Actions Coordinator at Extinction Rebellion, about why this movement is necessary, what progress has been made, and what vision of the world it hopes to achieve. Join in the conversation #hivepodcast, and find out more at www.nathalienahai.com/the-hive-podcast/

For the first episode of season 2, I talk with Dr. Sharon Blackie - an award-winning writer, psychologist and mythologist, whose work sits at the intersection of psychology, mythology and ecology. In this captivating conversation, we explore the mythic imagination, the reclaiming of indigenous Western spiritual traditions, and the relevance of our native myths, fairy tales and folk traditions to the personal, social and environmental problems we face today. Join in the conversation #hivepodcast, and find out more at www.nathalienahai.com/the-hive-podcast/

In this final episode of the series, I talk with sex tech founder, Stephanie Alys, about the changing landscape of sex tech… Join us as we discuss how a focus on sensuality and pleasure is helping to re-orient the industry, and redefining some of the ways in which we seek out and experience our sexual selves. Join in the conversation #hivepodcast, and find out more at www.nathalienahai.com/the-hive-podcast/

What does philosophy, decision-making and citizenship have to do with data, biases and populism? Tech philosopher and author, Dr Tom Chatfield, takes us on a fascinating exploration of our approaches to life and technology, and examines how the paths we choose may make the difference between surviving and thriving as a species. Join in the conversation #hivepodcast, and find out more at www.nathalienahai.com/the-hive-podcast/

Take a walk into the world of psychotherapy as I talk with Dr Gillian Isaacs Russell about the ways in which technology is mediating our relationships both with ourselves and with others. We touch on some of the insights that neuroscience is shedding on how we empathise with, perceive, and relate to the world around us, and discuss what this may mean for the ways in which technology can degrade or enhance our experiences. Join in the conversation #hivepodcast, and find out more at www.nathalienahai.com/the-hive-podcast/

You'll have heard all about the Cambridge Analytica scandal, but do you know about the ground-breaking research that led to some of the profiling practices hitting the headlines today? Join me as I talk with Dr David Stillwell about the fascinating and sometimes frightening world of psychometric segmentation and data-mining - how it’s done, what it can reveal, and where responsibility for ethical practice may lie. Join in the conversation #hivepodcast, and find out more at www.nathalienahai.com/the-hive-podcast/

How is biometric tech impacting our identity, culture and social structures? I talk with Anjali Ramachandran about some of the ways in which new technologies are shaping society, economics and our everyday life, with a special focus on emerging markets. Join in the conversation #hivepodcast, and find out more at www.nathalienahai.com/the-hive-podcast/

Dive into the murky world of the dark web and the manipulative power of fake news with Geoff White, Tech Journalist for the BBC and Channel 4. In this episode we'll explore the impact of tech on democracy and freedom, what actually gets sold on the dark web, and the bizarre role of "neg ferrets" in shaping a more optimistic future. Join in the conversation #hivepodcast, and find out more at https://www.nathalienahai.com/the-hive-podcast/

From surveillance, privacy and biometrics to human rights, the government, and the criminal justice system, Silkie Carlo (Director of Big Brother Watch) takes us on an shocking and illuminating journey through some of the ways in which technology is shaping our public and private lives. Join in the conversation #hivepodcast, and find out more at www.nathalienahai.com/the-hive-podcast/

In this episode, we take a rollercoaster ride with Jamie Bartlett (author and Director of CASM at Demos) through politics, persuasive technology and the Cambridge Analytica scandal. Listen in as we explore the dystopian potential of surveillance, AI, and inequality to corrode the foundations of democracy… Join in the conversation #hivepodcast, and find out more at https://www.nathalienahai.com/the-hive-podcast/

We hear a lot about how robots are poised to take over our jobs and how AI might wreak havoc on humanity... But what about the huge potential that exists for positive impact? I talk with AI specialist and tech philosopher, Nell Watson, about the relationship between ethics, AI and empathy, and how values-based technologies could potentially enhance and enrich the fabric of human society. Join in the conversation #hivepodcast, and find out more at https://www.nathalienahai.com/the-hive-podcast/

In the first episode of this series, I talk with psychotherapist and author, Dr Aaron Balick, about how technology is impacting our sense of self, society and the quality of our relationships, and what it means to be caught in the battle between validation and recognition. Join in the conversation #hivepodcast, and find out more at https://www.nathalienahai.com/the-hive-podcast/

Welcome to The Hive Podcast, a new ten-part series with me, Nathalie Nahai, exploring technology’s impact on our personal, cultural and political lives. Join me each episode, as I interview a fascinating array of guests on everything from psychology, surveillance, data privacy, and sex robots, to politics, AI, personality profiling and much, much more. Join us on June the 1st, as we launch our first three episodes across iTunes, SoundCloud and YouTube. Find us using the hashtag, #hivepodcast.