The Electronic Frontier Foundation’s (EFF) podcast “How to Fix the Internet” is among the nominees for the 29th annual Webby Awards, specifically in the People’s Voice category. The EFF has called on its listeners to vote and support this initiative with the aim of winning the coveted trophy.
In a landscape where dystopian narratives about the influence of technology in our lives prevail, this podcast stands as a beacon of hope. It addresses issues ranging from surveillance capitalism, driven by constant tracking, to the monopolization of a few big platforms that limit innovation. It also focuses on the increasing pressure from authoritarian governments trying to control the content we consume and share. However, beyond identifying these problems, the program seeks to enact changes and build a more promising future.
Throughout its five seasons, “How to Fix the Internet” has featured renowned experts in law and technology. Guests have included personalities such as comedian Marc Maron, presenter Adam Savage, and author Dave Eggers, who have discussed essential issues related to copyright, right to repair, and the impact of technology on society. Lesser-known but equally valuable figures have also participated, such as Audrey Tang, former Minister of Digital Affairs of Taiwan, who offered a perspective on democracy as a form of open-source social technology.
The arrival of the sixth season is scheduled for next month, giving listeners the opportunity to catch up on previous episodes addressing fundamental issues about technology and community. The podcast organizers have expressed their gratitude to all guests and the Public Understanding of Science and Technology Program of the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, whose collaboration has been essential for the development of this project.
Listeners are called to participate in the Webby Awards voting, thus contributing to the podcast’s mission of creating a more equitable and accessible technological future for all.
Source: MiMub in Spanish