
TechTank
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<p><br></p><p>TechTank is a biweekly podcast from The Brookings Institution exploring the most consequential technology issues of our time. From artificial intelligence and racial bias in algorithms, to Big Tech, the future of work, and the digital divide, TechTank takes abstract ideas and makes them accessible. Moderators Dr. Nicol Turner Lee and Darrell West speak with leading technology experts and policymakers to share new data, ideas, and policy solutions to address the challenges of our new digital world.</p><p> </p><p>Sign up to receive the <a href="https://connect.brookings.edu/tech-tank-updates" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TechTank newsletter</a> for more research and analysis from the Center for Technology Innovation at Brookings. </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Recent Episodes

July 20, 2026
Why the US needs to invest in space infrastructure
Co-host Darrell West interviews Bridgit Mendler of Northwood Space and Mariel Borowitz of Georgia Tech about why US investment in space infrastructure is crucial for commercial growth.

July 6, 2026
How robotics is reshaping manufacturing
Co-host Darrell West interviews Suzy Teele of the ARM Institute about how robotics is reshaping manufacturing for efficiency and military preparedness.

June 15, 2026
How technology can help save democracy
Co-host Darrell West interviews Beth Simone Noveck about how technology can strengthen democratic institutions and expand participation.
140 total episodes available with 51 transcripts
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- What is TechTank?
<p><br></p><p>TechTank is a biweekly podcast from The Brookings Institution exploring the most consequential technology issues of our time. From artificial intelligence and racial bias in algorithms, to Big Tech, the future of work, and the digital divide, TechTank takes abstract ideas and makes them accessible. Moderators Dr. Nicol Turner Lee and Darrell West speak with leading technology experts and policymakers to share new data, ideas, and policy solutions to address the challenges of our new digital world.</p><p> </p><p>Sign up to receive the <a href="https://connect.brookings.edu/tech-tank-updates" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TechTank newsletter</a> for more research and analysis from the Center for Technology Innovation at Brookings. </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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