Tapping In

In today’s episode, we will be exploring happiness in social media. We often cover the dangers of social media, but many platforms have the potential to truly help people and foster joy. We will examine how social media can be extremely beneficial for strengthening connections, exploring communities, and promoting advocacy. Thanks for Tapping In, and we hope to see you next time!

In this episode, we will be exploring the ethics of looksmaxxing. We introduce a variety of perspectives, including experts and even looksmaxxers themselves. We hope to allow our listeners to walk away with a better understanding of the internet's most fascinating trend.

In this episode, we will dive into the ethical dilemmas that surround politics and the internet. We explore events like the Presidential Debate of 1960, Watergate, and the Monica Lewinsky scandal to see the evolution of technology’s influence in government. We will interview Dr. Rezach, the director of the Ethics Institute at Kent Place, and someone who has seen firsthand how technology has changed over the past few decades. We end with the question of "Does the media have a responsibility to a nation’s citizens to provide them with the most unbiased information possible? And whose responsibility is it to hold the media accountable?"

In this episode of Tapping In, we explore the ethics of Al Companionship. Recently, people have been using AI platforms to create their own friend. They customize their character's personality, looks, attitude, and mannerisms to generate their own "perfect person." In our discussion, we talk about how AI companions can serve as a way to acquire social advice about situations or to have someone to talk to 24/7. However, we also highlight how these companions are sycophantic, meaning they are designed to please the user.

In this episode, we explore how artificial intelligence is increasingly being used in politics and what that means for voters. We discuss how AI-generated videos, voices, and images can spread misinformation about political candidates and influence public opinion, often without people realizing it. We also look at the role of disclaimers, the laws some states have created to regulate AI-generated political content, and the ethical concerns that come with this technology. Using the ethical framework of consequentialism, we reflect on whether it is ever acceptable to generate AI content about politicians and why values like honesty, fairness, integrity, and trust are important in the digital age.

Hosts: Clara B. '28 and Jane P. '28

In this episode, we will explore the ethics of AI chatbots that impersonate religious figures and provide spiritual guidance. Through an interview with Rabbi Chana Leslie Glazer from Congregation Beth Hatikvah, and an analysis of the values of using religious chatbots, you will be able to answer the question: are chatbots in the name of faith ethical?

Hosts: Rhiya P. '29 and Soon Min P. '29

How much AI use is considered too much? And what is the meaning of art in an AI world? In this episode, we will explore the impact of AI on content creation and profit. We discuss AI slop, fake bands, AI comics, and consider how authenticity, creativity, and fairness play into this issue.

Hosts:

Olivia L. '29, Maanika N. '29, Eva J. '29

In this episode, we will be interviewing Max Stossel, the founder and CEO of Social Awakening, where he helps young adults learn about the digital world and generates a deeper understanding of how social media impacts their lives. In this interview, he will answer questions on how our digital presence is impacting our human relationships, how the development of teenagers has changed because of the internet, and the tradeoffs of social media.

In the final episode of Season 3, we talk to the leadership team about their experiences this year and how REBOOT has grown and continued to make an impact. We sit down with the leaders of each subcommittee (or, as we call them, "buckets"): Engagement and Outreach, Podcast, Mentoring and Coaching, and Case Studies, which all work together to engage our community, expand our reach, and educate.

Today, we will dive into the phenomenon of “Sephora Kids” and the increase of youth interest in cosmetics and skincare. We will interview our school counselors, Dr. Hayes and Ms. Wilson, to gain a better understanding on the matter, and we will offer our own ethical considerations when this obsession can go from playful to problematic.

Hosts: Ayushi W. and Tara K.