The Promises and Perils of Hype in Science and Technology

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

EpisodeFeb 5, 20231h 11m

The Promises and Perils of Hype in Science and Technology

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

EpisodeFeb 5, 20231h 11m

Journalist and STS graduate student Gemma Milne talks about her book, Smoke and Mirrors: How Hype Obscures the Future and How to See Past It, with Peoples & Things host, Lee Vinsel. The book examines how hype works and how it plays out in a number of scientific and technical fields, including artificial intelligence, quantum computing, brain implants, cancer drugs, fusion energy, and the future of food. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/science-technology-and-society

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