Podcast Newsletter: Technology and ethics, 'Left shark' copyright battle, bad week in journalism

NEW THIS WEEK Day 6: Rise of the machines - Q&A on smart devices and ethics Tech giant Samsung came under fire last week when it was discovered that their Smart TVs could be listening in on private conversations. Artificial intelligence researcher Bart Selman talks about the ethical issues that arise as technology gets smarter. Go to the Download Page >> The Current: Katy Perry's 'Left Shark' copyright battle 'Left Shark,' a backup dancer at this year's Super Bowl, has become a popular project for 3D printing enthusiasts. But what does that mean for intellectual property rights? Go to the Download Page >> The Sunday Edition: A bad week for the craft of journalism Michael Enright reflects on a week of shock, personal and professional loss, and deep introspection touching on what people in media do and how they do it. Go to the Download Page >> Quirks & Quarks: Drowning in plastic The staggering amount of plastic entering the oceans hasn't been well understood until recently, when a team of environmental engineers worked it out. Go to the Download Page >> Q: Kevin Costner says "race has no business" in some situations Over the years, the actor has taken some heat for allegedly promoting "white saviour" narratives, in which a lone white hero steps in to save the day. Go to the Download Page >>

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