The iPhone X Teardown: 2.19.18
As the third installment of Motherboard’s Right to Repair series, we hear about the annual race to tear down the iPhone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 19, 2018•12 min
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Making Comics More Inclusive with Ariell Johnson: 2.16.18
In this episode, we bring you the second installment of our Black History Month special series, highlighting black entrepreneurs across diverse fields every Friday in February. We'll hear from Ariell Johnson, the first and only black woman comic book store owner on the East Coast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 16, 2018•17 min
The Kratom Controversy: 2.15.18
We dive into the controversy surrounding Kratom - an herbal supplement used as a pain reliever, and sometimes used to treat opioid withdrawal symptoms - which the FDA just called an opioid. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 15, 2018•14 min
Five Black Women Building Empowering Spaces in NYC: 2.14.18
We hear about five powerful black women who are courageously creating space for other women and people of color across industries, including media, the arts, science, technology, and even exotic dancing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 14, 2018•15 min
How a Plus-Size Fashion Blogger Rebranded the Bikini: 2.13.18
We hear about Gabi Gregg, the black model and blogger becoming a sensation in the plus-size fashion world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 13, 2018•12 min
Frank Pinello of "The Pizza Show": 2.12.18
We talk to Frank Pinello, host of our new series, The Pizza Show , about a topic we can all get behind. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 12, 2018•14 min
Hip Hop Hacktivist: 2.9.18
In honor of Black History Month, we’re highlighting black entrepreneurs across diverse fields every Friday in February. In this episode, we hear from Bryan Bethea, the founder of the youth coding event Hip Hop Hacktivist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 09, 2018•16 min
In Thailand, Buddhist Monks Grapple with the Meaning of Video Games: 2.8.18
We explore the relationship between gaming and Buddhism teachings, through the lens of some monks at Wat Chedi Luang in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 08, 2018•12 min
The Women of Color Leading the Fight Against the War on Drugs: 2.7.18
We highlight the women of color leading two of the most prominent groups devoted to reforming America's drug laws. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 07, 2018•12 min
Tractor Hacking: 2.6.18
We look into the farmer’s hacking their John Deere tractors in order to break big tech’s repair monopoly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 06, 2018•12 min
A Brief History of Tomi Lahren’s Ongoing Faceplant with Hip-Hop: 2.5.18
We give you a brief history of the conservative commentator Tomi Lahren’s ongoing beef with hip-hop. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 05, 2018•12 min
The VR Experience That Might Make You Less Afraid to Die: 2.2.18
Virtual Reality is a popular topic right now, from gaming to contemporary art. But Professor Mel Slater is asking a stunning new question: Can VR reduce our fear of death? In this episode, we speak with Motherboard writer Shayla Love on the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 02, 2018•11 min
The Making of the Largest Satellite Constellation in History: 2.1.18
We look at the satellite communications company undertaking what is arguably one of the most ambitious space projects in history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 01, 2018•10 min
The VOTE NOW Campaign: 1.31.18
We hear from VICE IMPACT on their recent advocacy campaign for voting rights, essential during the midterm elections this year, called Vote Now . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 31, 2018•10 min
Honoring Ursula K. Le Guin: 1.30.18
We honor the late science fiction writer and literary icon Ursula K. Le Guin, who died last week at age 88. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 30, 2018•14 min
Philly's Planned Supervised Drug Injection Site: 1.29.18
We look at Philadelphia's plan to establish the first official supervised drug injection site in the U.S. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 29, 2018•11 min
The Story Behind Barney's Tantric Sex Business: 1.26.18
David Joyner played Barney, the beloved purple dinosaur, from 1991 to 2001 on the hit PBS children's show Barney & Friends . But today, you can find David running a tantric sex business that offers ritual baths, chakra balancing, massage, and yes...cosmic orgasms. In this episode, VICE.com Editor-in-Chief Jonathan Smith speaks with Special Projects Editor Brian McManus on the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jan 26, 2018•9 min
The NYC Nightclubs Fighting Sexual Harassment: 1.25.18
We take a look at sexual harassment in nightclubs, and zooming-in on the forward-thinking New York venues that are taking a stand to make safer, consent-focused party spaces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 25, 2018•11 min
The Fyre Festival Scam Continues: 1.24.18
We take a closer look at the famously disastrous Fyre Festival, and how the scamming and scandal haven’t stopped. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 24, 2018•11 min
The California Tribe Fighting for Federal Recognition: 1.23.18
In this episode, we're going a little deeper than usual into a story that is well worth our attention. We look at how the Nisenan tribe of the California Central Valley are fighting to regain recognition from the federal government. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 23, 2018•19 min
Power To The Polls: 1.22.18
We honor the one year anniversary of the Women’s March by highlighting an initiative to put some of the country’s most progressive female candidates on the 2018 ballot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 22, 2018•9 min
How Doctors Keep Jehovah’s Witnesses Alive Without Blood Transfusions: 1.19.18
We discuss the inventive ways doctors treat patients who, for religious reasons, refuse blood transfusions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 19, 2018•8 min
Reading 2018's Astrological Chart: 1.18.18
We sit down with VICE in-house astrologer Annabel Gat for a forward-looking conversation on what the planets can tell us about 2018. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 18, 2018•10 min
"Trapped," Your New Abortion Access Video Game: 1.17.18
We talk about a new, online game designed to illustrate the numerous, compounding obstacles that many abortion seekers face in America. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 17, 2018•9 min
Video Games & Politics in 2018: 1.16.18
We talk with Austin Walker and Rob Zacny about how video games will handle the toxic politics of 2018. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 16, 2018•10 min
The 'Right To Repair' Movement: 1.15.18
We talk about the last two remaining pinball doctors in New York, and the growing 'Right to Repair' movement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 15, 2018•11 min
Who Wants Male Sex Robots?: 1.12.18
We examine the implications of and assumptions involved in what could be the first male sex robot, set to launch this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 12, 2018•8 min
"Woke" Men on TV Fall Short: 1.11.18
We talk about depictions of masculinity in the golden age of TV, and how even so-called “good guy” characters fall short. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 11, 2018•10 min
The World's Largest Biometric ID System Keeps Getting Hacked: 1.10.18
We look into the world’s largest biometric ID system - India’s Aadhaar - and how it keeps getting hacked, putting millions of people at risk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 10, 2018•11 min
States Fight Back for Net Neutrality: 1.9.18
We revisit the FCC’s net neutrality repeal, and taking a look at how states are fighting back. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 09, 2018•8 min
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