How low can the tech oligarchs go? from Nov 17, 2025

How low can the tech oligarchs go? from Nov 17, 2025

Author: Mark Hurst and WFMU November 18, 2025 Duration: 0:00
How low can the tech oligarchs go?
Kirk Pearson - "Theme from Techtonic" - n/a
- "Mark's comments"
Stereolab - "Space Moment" - Music for the Amorphous Body Study Center [0:53:24] https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/158295

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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 106

Techtonic with Mark Hurst | WFMU
Podcast Episodes
Lori Emerson, author, "Other Networks" from Jun 23, 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Lori Emerson, author, "Other Networks: A Radical Technology Sourcebook" Kirk Pearson - "Theme from Techtonic" - "Mark's intro" [0:03:34] - "Interview with Lori Emerson" [0:07:27] - "Mark's comments" [0:44:22] Kirk Pearso…
David Greenwood, author, "The Cloud Intern" from May 26, 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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David Greenwood, author of the sci-fi dystopian novel "The Cloud Intern" Tomaš Dvořák - "Gameboy Tune" - "Mark's intro" - "Interview with David Greenwood" [0:02:28] - "Mark's comments" [0:39:13] Stereolab - "Aerial Troub…
Sybil Derrible, author, "The Infrastructure Book" from May 5, 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Sybil Derrible, author, "The Infrastructure Book" Tomaš Dvořák - "Gameboy Tune" - Machinarium Soundtrack - "Mark's intro" - "Interview with Sybil Derrible" [0:03:04] - "Mark's comments" [0:44:19] Adrian Carter - "SQUARES…
Dan Morfitt and Mark Hurst discuss dystopian movies from Apr 28, 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Dan Morfitt and Mark Hurst discuss dystopian movies Music behind DJ: Tomaš Dvořák - "Gameboy Tune" - Machinarium Soundtrack Music behind DJ: - "Dystopian movies w/Dan Morfitt" WorkFromHome - "Hey!WhatAboutMe?" - Mourning…