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Sherry Turkle

Mentioned in 6 analyzed podcast episodes across 6 shows

Episode Appearances

Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard

Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard · Apr 1, 2026

Michael Pollan Returns (on consciousness)

Researcher studying impact of technology on human relationships and conversation quality

Consciousness definition and the hard problem of subjective experienceEvolution of consciousness and theory of mind in social primatesPlant sentience and neurobiology of plants
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PBS News Hour - Full Show

PBS News Hour - Full Show · Feb 28, 2026

Can AI companionship cure loneliness – or deepen it?

MIT sociologist and clinical psychologist; founding director of MIT's Initiative on Technology and Self; expert on AI attachment risks.

AI Companionship and Parasocial RelationshipsAnthropomorphism in Human-AI InteractionLoneliness Epidemic in America
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10% Happier with Dan Harris

10% Happier with Dan Harris · Feb 25, 2026

Michael Pollan On: Reducing Rumination, Reclaiming Your Attention From the Machines, and MDMA-Assisted Therapy

MIT sociologist discussing how technology reduces conversation to words only, losing embodied human interaction

Consciousness definition and hard problem of consciousnessMeditation practice and rumination interruptionPsychedelic-assisted therapy and MDMA therapy
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On Purpose with Jay Shetty

On Purpose with Jay Shetty · Feb 16, 2026

Michael Pollan: The Hidden Cost Of Constant Distraction (Use THIS Practice To Reclaim Your Attention, Clarity, And Inner Freedom)

Sociologist quoted on how technology causes humans to forget what life is about

Consciousness and subjective experiencePsychedelic-assisted therapy and mental health treatmentMeditation and contemplative neuroscience
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The Bulwark Podcast

The Bulwark Podcast · Dec 26, 2025

Kara Swisher: We're in an 'Eat the Rich' Moment

Scholar studying synthetic relationships and chatbot impacts on human connection

Tech Oligarchy and Political CaptureAI Regulation and LiabilityUniversity Funding and Research Brain Drain
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How to Be a Better Human

How to Be a Better Human · Nov 10, 2025

Why you need to learn how to fight in a relationship (w/ Dr. Julie and John Gottman)

Cited for research on loss of face-to-face communication skills due to technology

Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse in relationships (criticism, defensiveness, contempt, stonewalling)Conflict resolution through temporary compromise and deeper understandingStress-reducing conversations and empathy-based listening techniques
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