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How Phones Are A New Front In The Fight Against Domestic Violence Sep 11, 2016

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Our devices are everywhere and we use them for everything. This opens up new opportunities for abusers to control and spy on their partners. But it's also an opportunity for victims, shelters and other services; who are building their own apps and tools.

Why Are People Going Analogue? Sep 03, 2016

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Analogue is exploding. More vinyl records were sold this year than we've seen since 1980s. It's so big, manufacturers can't keep up. But in a world of smartphones, downloading and streaming, why is this happening?

How Computers Changed Design Aug 26, 2016

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For a long time our ability to design complex structures was stunted. Bridges, buildings; they all looked the same. We didn't know why what we were doing was working, so we were doomed to repeat it. But advances in mathematics changed all that, allowing us to build marvels like the Golden Gate and Sydney Harbour bridges. Nowadays, computers are doing this all over again.

Finding The Humanity In Online Gaming Aug 21, 2016

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When it comes to online games; graphics or gameplay mechanics or story are important, but the people more so. In this episode we take a look at the human side of online games. Why are they so rife for relationships and communities?

Are We Doing The Right Thing With Tech In Schools? Aug 11, 2016

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Australia has spent an extraordinary amount on technology. Just think of all the smart boards and laptops and desktops and tablets and whatever else. Australia now has one of the highest levels of technology use in education in the world. But is this the right approach? How are we faring, training a generation that will be defined by technology?

How Blockchains Will Revolutionise The Way We Trust Aug 04, 2016

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When you talk to people making blockchains, it's all about trust. Blockchains are a way of creating trust between strangers, through code. We take a look at how this manifests in the real world.

What Its Like When You Have More Women In Tech Jul 28, 2016

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Gender diversity in the startup world leaves a lot to be desired. Which is weird, considering startups are in the business of solving problems. So, what kind of problems will get solved when you have a room full of women?

How Reality Dating Shows Changed Love Jul 25, 2016

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Reality shows have been around for a while now. They come in all shapes and sizes, from all manner of cultures. But how have they changed that culture?

How Will The Internet Change Education? Jul 16, 2016

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Schooling is something we all have in common, and also something we all have ideas about changing. But it doesn't seem like the schools of the future will look much different, for a while at least.

What Will Work Look Like In 50 Years? Jul 10, 2016

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The workplace is constantly changing. But while you may think the next upheaval is going to come from artificial intelligence or virtual reality, the next big shift may already be here - the sharing/gigging economy.

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