Techtonic with Mark Hurst | WFMU

Techtonic with Mark Hurst | WFMU

Author: Mark Hurst and WFMU Language: English Episodes: 100
On Techtonic with Mark Hurst | WFMU, the conversation moves beyond the usual hype cycles and gadget reviews to explore the deeper currents reshaping our world. Host Mark Hurst, in collaboration with the freeform radio station WFMU, sits down with a compelling roster of creators, thinkers, and critics. Their discussions delve into the human side of our accelerating digital transformation, examining how technology intersects with community, culture, and our daily lives. You’ll hear nuanced explorations of topics ranging from the philosophy and design of video games to the societal impacts of new platforms and the unexpected hobbies born from digital spaces. This podcast is less about predicting the next big thing and more about understanding the tectonic shifts already underway, asking how we navigate this new landscape with intention. Each episode offers a thoughtful, often surprising dialogue that connects the dots between our tools and our humanity, providing listeners with a essential and engaging perspective on where we are and where we might be headed.
Episodes
Ben Recht, author, "The Irrational Decision" from Jun 1, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Kirk Pearson - "Theme from Techtonic" [0:00:00] - "Mark's intro" - "Interview with Ben Recht" [0:02:58] - "Mark's comments" [0:47:59] Knights of Molino - "Take Back Control" [0:54:56] https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows…
"Muskism" authors Quinn Slobodian and Ben Tarnoff from May 25, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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"Muskism" authors Quinn Slobodian and Ben Tarnoff Kirk Pearson - "Theme from Techtonic" - "Mark's intro" - "Interview with Quinn Slobodian and Ben Tarnoff" [0:02:37] - "Mark's comments" [0:49:36] Joel Fajerman and Jan Yr…
When is it OK to use AI? from May 18, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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When is it OK to use AI? Kirk Pearson - "Theme from Techtonic" - "Mark's comments" Andrew Singleton (read by Mark Hurst) - "In Our Glorious AI Future, There Will Be No Such Thing as Money (For You)" [0:41:39] - "Mark's c…
Cindy Cohn, author, "Privacy's Defender" from Apr 13, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Cindy Cohn, author, "Privacy's Defender" Kirk Pearson - "Theme from Techtonic" - "Mark's intro" - "Interview with Cindy Cohn" [0:02:31] - "Mark's comments" [0:48:48] Grateful Dead - "Mexicali Blues" [0:54:39] https://www…
Dystopia update: good news edition from Mar 30, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Dystopia update: good news edition Kirk Pearson - "Theme from Techtonic" - "Dystopia update: good news edition" [0:00:00] Matthew Elefant (read by Mark Hurst) - "San Francisco Killed New York Food Delivery" [0:42:56] Sam…
Janet Vertesi, founder of the Opt Out Project from Mar 23, 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Janet Vertesi, founder of the Opt Out Project Kirk Pearson - "Theme from Techtonic" - "Mark's intro" - "Interview with Janet Vertesi" [0:03:00] - "Mark's comments" [0:49:26] Laibach - "Allgorhythm (feat. Wiyaala)" [0:55:…