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OK, not exactly a computer — more like, the wild array of technologies that inform what we <em>consume</em> on our computers and phones. Because on this episode, we’re looking at how AI and race bias intersect. Safiya Noble, a professor at UCLA and the author of the book <em>Algorithms of Oppression</em> talks us through some of the messy issues that arise when algorithms and tech are used as substitutes for good old-fashioned human brains.
6 months ago
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OK, not exactly a computer — more like, the wild array of technologies that inform what we <em>consume</em> on our computers and phones. Because on this episode, we’re looking at how AI and race bias intersect. Safiya Noble, a professor at UCLA and the author of the book <em>Algorithms of Oppression</em> talks us through some of the messy issues that arise when algorithms and tech are used as substitutes for good old-fashioned human brains.
6 months ago
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In June, the Supreme Court banned affirmative action at colleges and universities across the country, with one glaring exception: military academies. On this episode, we’re asking — why?
8 months ago
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In June, the Supreme Court banned affirmative action at colleges and universities across the country, with one glaring exception: military academies. On this episode, we’re asking — why?
8 months ago
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This week, the NFL is gearing up for the start of its 104th season. But as this new chapter begins, we’re looking at some of the league’s old problems with race and diversity — ones that have implications for the coaches, the players, and the fans.
8 months ago
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