The Westenberg Podcast offers ideas, explainers, book notes, and reflections on technology, philosophy, and the human experience. Hosted by Joan Westenberg, each 3-5 minute episode unpacks complex topics with clarity and depth, blending personal insights with thought-provoking analysis. It’s a space for exploring big questions and fresh perspectives in an accessible format.
Latest Episodes
What the Left and Right Get Wrong About Free Speech
Free Speech: Finding Balance Beyond ExtremesIn this episode, I get into the complexities of regulating speech in society through a thought experiment. Could you choose...
The Doomscroll Industrial Complex: How Anxiety Powers the Attention Economy
In this episode, I break down the Doomscroll Industrial Complex—a system where bad news fuels the attention economy and anxiety becomes a product. I explore how doom i...
All Social Media Sucks
In this episode, I get into the harsh truth about social media platforms and their true nature. No matter where you log in, whether it’s Instagram, BlueSky, Xthreads, ...
The Rise of Digital Oligarchies
How Tech Giants Control Our LivesIn this episode of the Westenberg Podcast, I explore the concept of digital oligarchies in 2024, where a few tech companies dominate c...
Could You Invest for 100 Years?
The Power of Long-Term ThinkingIn this episode, I explore the concept of long-term thinking and its profound impact on civilization. I challenge viewers with hypotheti...