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Information Changes Everything

University of Michigan School of Information

Tune in for UMSI"s monthly digest of the many ways information and technology are changing our world. To learn more, visit us at www.si.umich.edu/. If you have questions, comments, or ideas, please reach out to us at umsipodcast@umich.edu.

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8:30

AI Darwin Award needs nominees, plus the latest...

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2025/10/03

Learn more about the stories you heard today:Media Forensics Hub launches updated “Spot the Troll” quizSlop added to Cambridge Dictionary, as AI redefines languageWindowSwapRadio GardenJudge rules Google can keep Chrome, but must share some search engine data with rivalsJapanese Cities Use Social Media to Teach Tourists MannersKnow Before You Go – Visit KanazawaReplikaI went on a date with my AI dream guy. Then I cried over shrimpDating an AI: How Much Is It Really Happening?Multi-language

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7:25

World’s first robot Olympics, plus the latest...

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2025/09/05

Learn more about the stories you heard today:World’s first robot Olympics held in China (Quartz)AOL to discontinue dial-up internet service (CNN)Versailles statues can now talk to visitors with AI (New York Times)Instagram’s new map feature raises privacy concerns (CBS News)Boston Public Library digitizes archives with OpenAI (NPR)‘Tradwife,’ ‘delulu,’ and ‘skibidi’ among new Cambridge Dictionary words (Sky News)10 surprising things your smartphone camera can do (MakeUseOf)Texas A&M

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7:19

“Click to Cancel” canceled, plus the latest...

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2025/08/01

Learn more about the stories you heard today:“Click to Cancel” rule to make canceling subscriptions easier blocked by courtNoom wants to be 'the Duolingo of health'Robo-Bunnies Are the Newest Weapon in the Fight Against Invasive Burmese Pythons in FloridaThe 7 Best Puzzle Games You Can Play in Your Browser‘The postcard craze’ of historic Michigan: More than 60K postcards digitized at U-M Clements LibrarySay hello to the new emoji coming in Unicode 17.0New emojis are coming to iOS 26

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7:57

Windows 10 on life support, plus the latest...

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2025/07/03

Learn more about the stories you heard today:Ars Technica: Microsoft extends free Windows 10 security updatesMicrosoft PC Health Check appQZ: Every iPhone model timelineThe Verge: WhatsApp ads rolloutEngadget: US House bans WhatsAppYouTube: Neccolo video on Grow a GardenNYT: Grow a Garden recordNiemanLab: Social media overtakes TVBBC paywall announcementVatican News: Pope Leo on AIMashable: Labubu crazeNorwegian SciTech News: Predicting tech adoptionLiveScience: Weird technologies that

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7:46

AI’s “imminent threat to humanity”, plus the latest...

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2025/06/06

Learn more about the stories you heard today:Paul Tudor Jones: AI poses an imminent threat to humanity in our lifetime (YouTube)Using AI to Write Fake Summer Reading Lists (NPR)How to Save Your Smartphone’s Battery Life (Pocket)Pocket’s Read-It-Later App Will Shut Down in July (Android Central)Remove These Preinstalled iPhone Apps (Lifehacker)How to Turn Your Old iPhone Into an Alarm Clock (Engadget)Yuka (Official Site)The Food-Scanning App Yuka Is Worrying Big Brands (WSJ)Agatha Christie’s

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7:13

Facebook offers friends-only feed, plus the latest...

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2025/05/02

Learn more about the stories you heard today:Service update: Original & large size download limitations on free accountsMeta Tries to Revive Friendships With a Facebook RevampBringing the Magic of Friends Back to FacebookThe machines are rising—but developers still hold the keysThe Most Common Names in Every CountryGoogle’s AI Overviews may be hurting click-through ratesYou’ve Read Misinformation About the Switch 2 — Here Are the FactsYour TikTok personality data could help scienceUMich

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8:27

People are funny, but AI is funnier, plus the latest...

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2025/04/04

Learn more about the stories you heard today:AI Beats Humans at Meme Humor, but the Best Joke Is Still Human MadeBlack History Month: Red Hat Partners, Griot Grits Preserve Family Histories with AIThese Scientists Are Building a Cat Database to Understand Why They Act Like ThatDrugstores, Pixel-Sensitive Data & Social Media CompaniesSesame Voice Assistant, AI Glasses & Oculus Insights from Brendan IribeMike McCue and the Surf Browser on the Decentralized InternetA Vital Link to

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7:47

Data scientist couch potatoes, plus the latest...

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2025/03/07

Learn more about the stories you heard today:Harvey Weinstein thanked more than GodHow many episodes should you watch?John Oliver’s content moderation episode isn’t just funny, it’s absolutely accurateTurn old phones into remote controls for streamingAI opens endless doors in fashionHow wearables for wildlife are unlocking the secret knowledge of animalsGoogle’s Career Dreamer uses AI to help you explore job possibilitiesGenerate maps of Europe showing translations of English wordsVoice of

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23:29

UMSI Faculty Share Breakthrough Research in...

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2024/11/19

In this episode of "Information Changes Everything", we highlight three lightning talks from UMSI's 2024 Alumni Homecoming Celebration. The talks examine cutting-edge research in the information science field. Rebecca Frank discusses the role of citizen-based nuclear disarmament verification through satellite imagery, emphasizing trust in data. Jiayu Zhou presents his work on using AI and machine learning for Alzheimer's detection and disease progression modeling. Finally, Yan Chen explores

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23:43

Navigating disinformation surrounding elections:...

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2024/11/04

In this episode of "Information Changes Everything", University of Michigan professors Barbara McQuade, Ariel Hasell, and Ceren Budak join moderator Christian Sandvig to discuss the challenges of disinformation and misinformation in the digital age. They explore the role of social media platforms, the impact of technology on elections, and potential regulations to address these issues. The conversation also touches on how institutions, platforms, and individuals can work to mitigate the

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22:21

Rethinking Water Conservation and the Finite Nature...

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2024/10/17

In this episode of "Information Changes Everything", we hear from Jon Allan, Senior Academic and Research Program Officer at the University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability. Allan challenges the perception of water as an infinite resource, explaining that while the total amount of water remains constant, its usability varies based on its state and location. He discusses the complexities of water management, including decentralized decision-making and the importance of

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20:30

Nathan TeBlunthuis examines how online communities...

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2024/09/16

In this episode of Information Changes Everything, we explore why online communities on platforms like Reddit and Facebook often thrive together rather than compete. NathanTeBlunthuis, a computational social scientist, shares his research using concepts from organizational ecology to reveal that overlapping communities frequently support each other instead of clashing. He also shares the implications of these findings for understanding digital media and designing better online spaces. To

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22:37

Andrea Thomer and the Power of Citizen Science

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2024/08/20

In this episode of Information Changes Everything, we focus on the power of citizen science, as we hear from UMSI assistant professor Andrea Thomer. Thomer shares her unique journey from a fossil excavator to a data curation expert, highlighting the critical role of data curation in preserving scientific data. She discusses a current project where volunteers contribute to transcribing historical fish population data using the Zooniverse platform. The talk emphasizes the importance of

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21:50

"The future of water conservation" with Drew Gronewold

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2024/08/13

In this episode of "Information Changes Everything", we explore the topic of water conservation and access, aligning with the University of Michigan School of Information's 2024 Theme Year. Drew Gronewold, an Associate Professor at the University of Michigan School of Environment and Sustainability, brings his expertise, highlighting key water conservation challenges and the obstacles in addressing them. He also examines the potential of information and technological advancements to create

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25:13

Essential lessons for entrepreneurs with Jason Blessing

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2024/08/06

Ever dreamt of becoming an entrepreneur? In this episode of "Information Changes Everything", Jason Blessing, CEO of Plex Systems and current UMSI advisory board member, offers invaluable insights and practical tips for aspiring entrepreneurs. In his 2015 talk at the University of Michigan School of Information, titled "Eight Lessons from the Trenches," Blessing shares his experiences and lessons learned. For the full video of this talk, click here.Headlines: New social media tool measures

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26:22

Transforming education through AI with Dora Demszky

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2024/07/30

In this episode of Information Changes Everything, Dora Demszky, an assistant professor at Stanford University, discusses the unprecedented potential of large language models (LLMs) in scaling various aspects of education. Demszky synthesizes findings from three papers that evaluate the ability of LLMs to provide feedback to educators on their discourse. For the full video of this talk click here.Headlines: Robert: The rewards and risks of using AI-powered technologies on our pets, UMSI

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1:25

Welcome to Information Changes Everything by UMSI

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2024/07/29

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25:47

Jeff Furman on the evolution of Ben & Jerry's social...

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2024/07/23

In this episode of "Information Changes Everything,", we put the spotlight on Jeff Furman, chair of the board of Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream. Join us as Jeff takes us back to the early days of Ben & Jerry's in the 1980s, sharing how the company’s humble beginnings evolved into a powerful social mission. This mission has propelled Ben & Jerry's to the forefront of socially responsible business practices. Celebrating Ben & Jerry’s 35th anniversary, Jeff provides insights into the

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24:07

Lise Vesterlund exposes the invisible labor holding...

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2024/07/16

In this episode of "Information Changes Everything,", we hear from economist and professor Lise Vesterlund, who examines why women in the workforce are disproportionately asked to perform “non-promotable work.” This work, often essential yet undervalued, leaves women overcommitted and underutilized in their careers. Lise Vesterlund is the Andrew W. Mellon Professor of Economics at the University of Pittsburgh, director of the Pittsburgh Experimental Economics Laboratory, and co-author of

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24:48

Anticipating AI failures in healthcare with Dr....

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2024/07/09

Anticipating AI failures in healthcare with Dr. Karandeep Singh | In this episode of "Information Changes Everything," Dr. Karandeep Singh, a leader in machine learning within health systems, discusses the common challenges and failures in AI model implementation in healthcare. Using real-world examples, Dr. Singh addresses issues such as reproducibility, transportability, and intervention efficacy. He offers insights on anticipating these challenges, estimating their impact, and designing

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