The Future of You

The Briefing: On Identity: A Special Edition #28

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Episode notes

How is the digital age affecting our identity?

In this episode I explore the impact technology and social media are having on how we express ourselves and connect with others. Initially given as a presentation on identity, I talk about the fluidity of identity and our shift in awareness from the “authentic self” to the “complex self”.

I also think about Meta’s launch of celebrity likeness AI chatbots and the debate raised there over ownership and control. As well as how digital media has shifted our understanding of identity and self-representation, with a focus on the role of profiling and personal data.

We also have some good news to announce! The Future of You has been named Best Technology Podcast at the Independent Podcast Awards 2023. Thank you to everyone who has listened, liked, shared, rated and reviewed the show over the last two years. 

Watch the presentation ‘Identity: The Existential Risk of the Century’ on our YouTube channel here - The Endless Presentation   On Identity by Tracey Follows

Tracey's book 'The Future of You: Can Your Identity Survive 21st Century Technology?' available in the UK (https://bit.ly/44ObTha) and US (https://bit.ly/3OlDxgk)

Find Tracey or book her to speak at https://www.traceyfollows.com/

The Future ​of ​You is  an ​Apple ​Podcast ​recommended ​show under Best New Show in Tech ​and ​the ​winner ​of ​the ​Best Technology Show award ​in ​the ​Independent ​Podcast ​Awards ​2023.