The Human Interface Podcast from the Oxford Internet Institute looks at issues and developments in the digital world that matter to us all, and explores them through thought-provoking conversations with experts and practitioners. To keep up with forthcoming episodes, follow the OII on social media where new episodes will be announced.
With Professor Greg Taylor and Tania Van Den Brande
This episode of the OII’s The Human Interface podcast explores how dominant tech giants shape digital markets, affecting consumers, businesses, and innovation—and how regulators aim to keep their power in check.
With Ayca Deniz Ergin and Ashly Jiju
This episode pulls back the curtain on the often-invisible human workforce powering AI, from content moderation to data labelling, and explores why global standards in AI supply chains must be enforced to protect worker safety.
With Dr Johann Laux, Ali Shah, and Maxine Setiawan
The evolving role of human oversight of AI systems in the workplace and beyond.
With Dr Robert Prey and Dr Seonok Lee
While it's never been easier for musicians to release music, the economics of the music industry and online streaming mean earning a living has become even more challenging.
With Dr Fabian Braesemann and Professor Paul X. McCarthy
The impact of founder personalities on startup success, how a predictive model outperforms industry standards to predict company success, and what factors can help us predict which startups will succeed.
With Professor Mariarosaria Taddeo and Sir Chris Deverell
Our experts discuss why AI adoption in defence is slow - covering procurement, regulation, and tech hurdles - and how conflicts like the Ukraine war shape its future. They also call for public debate on risks and ethics.
With Dr Mohsen Mosleh and Cameron Martel
The link between misinformation and polarisation on social media, what's being done to combat misinformation and disinformation, the role of social media platforms and regulators, and where the research gaps are.
With Professor Sandra Wachter and Professor Brent Mittelstadt
The current state of AI regulation, the challenges of regulating complex technologies and the risks of leaving big decisions to tech giants.
With Dr Fabian Stephany and El-Iza Mohamedou
The future of work in an AI-driven world, whether these new technologies help or hurt the labour market, and what employees should be doing to future-proof their skills.
With Dr Ekaterina Hertog and Dr Victoria Nash
How digital technologies impact young children, and new ways to think about the ethical and safety measures that govern their use of technology.
With Professor Mark Graham and Dr Alessio Bertolini
The FairWork project and how it is helping make short-term, low job security 'gig' work fairer across the world.
With Professor Andrew Przybylski and Dr Sakshi Ghai
Professor Andy Przybylski and Dr Sakshi Ghai discuss how the digital world is affecting society and individuals, and concerns around tech usage.
