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Somewhere on Earth: The Global Tech Podcast

by Ania Lichtarowicz

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AI Is Getting More Powerful. Can We Regulate It Before It’s Too Late?

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AI Medical Devices: Are We Using Them Before We Know They Work?

September 1, 2026 · 23 min

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AI for Domestic Violence Support & Cybersecurity: Why We Need to Pause Before We Act

August 18, 2026 · 24 min

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Flying Boat Could Revolutionise Amazon Transport + AI to Tackle Endometriosis

August 11, 2026 · 21 min

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Could This Affordable Bionic Arm Change Healthcare Forever? AI & Autism, & Green Fuel Innovation

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Somewhere on Earth: The Global Tech Podcast - Tech That Actually Matters If you’re tired of hype, gadgets-for-gadget’s-sake, and the same recycled tech headlines, welcome to Somewhere on Earth (SOEP) - the weekly global tech podcast that digs way deeper. Made by and hosted by the ex-BBC World Service Digital Planet team (yes, the award-winning crew behind 21+ years of world-leading tech journalism and 1.5M annual downloads), SOEP uncovers the untold stories shaping our digital world. This isn’t a show about the latest shiny toy. It’s about technology that changes lives, cultures, and global societies. Each episode explores: ⚡ The real-world impact of emerging tech 🌍 New innovations driving social good 🔍 Under-the-radar digital trends you should be paying attention to 🧠 How tech is reshaping communities, culture, and the way we live 📰 The technology behind the week’s biggest world stories - explained simply Our mission? To build a tech-for-good ecosystem where new ideas, powerful insights, and meaningful innovation can grow. If you want smart, globally minded tech storytelling from journalists who’ve been doing this longer (and better) than almost anyone else - SOEP is your new must-listen podcast. 🌎 Somewhere on Earth: Where tech meets humanity. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/somewhere-on-earth-the-global-tech-podcast--6924871/support.