Trailer: Panic with a Purpose
Welcome to Panic with a Purpose, a new podcast by Nū Data.
Hosted by Nhi and CJ the EJ guy, the podcast is exploring climate, justice, and the role of data & AI in shaping our collective future. We panic… but instead of letting it overwhelm us, we use it as fuel to get educated and promote solutions!
Expect data-driven opinions, caffeine-fueled ramblings, and anything in-between. And did we mention memes? 👀
This trailer offers a first glimpse into the slightly unhinged world of Panic with a Purpose. New episodes drop monthly, tackling topics like data centres, data ownership and democracy, and whether AI can actually help address the climate crisis.
If climate news leaves you spiralling but still determined to do something - and you’re looking for a community of like-minded people - this podcast is for you!
Show cast and crew:
Hosts and creators: Nhiyc (Nhi Corcoran) & CJ the EJ Guy (Charles Knoble)
Producer: Joanna Jastrzebska
Editor: Maxine Beceril
Transcript
0:04: This is Panic with a Purpose, a new data podcast.
0:07: We're here because the planet is burning, inequality is raging and somehow, topic graphs and algorithms might be part of the solution.
0:14: I'm N and I'm CJ the EJ guy, and today, we're exploring the intersection of climate, technology and justice because let's face it, panicking alone won't save the planet, but panicking with a purpose might just give us a fighting chance.
0:27: Gotta love this timeline.
0:32: So, we're actually doing this.
0:34: It is a little bit late to back out now, isn't it?
0:37: Fair point.
0:37: Alright, everyone, I'm Y and I'm CJ, the EJ guy, which sounds a lot like a superhero name but is decidedly less exciting in practice.
0:47: Well, speak for yourself.
0:48: Environmental justice is superhero work, just with a little bit more time.
0:53: and shore capes and significantly more existential dread about planetary collapse.
0:58: Yeah, well, that escalated quickly, but honestly, that's exactly why we're here.
1:04: We've been having these conversations for ages, usually caffeine fueled and sleepless, but about data, AI, climate justice, all the big scary things that keep us up at night.
1:13: And well, We thought, screw that, let's panic together like productively with purpose.
1:18: Hence the name panic with a purpose.
1:20: We're not just screaming into the void, though exceptions may occur.
1:24: Well, there will definitely be some of that, but we're also exploring and bringing solutions or at least attempting to bring the solutions and we'll also be bringing on guests who know far more than we do, which isn't that hard.
1:36: Yeah.
1:38: Well, we do know lots about panicking.
1:40: Yeah, that we do indeed.
1:42: But seriously folks, this is not your typical podcast where we drone on about the latest AI breakthroughs and just ignoring the fact that our planet and society is literally on fire.
1:53: Right, we're a cool podcast.
1:55: We're talking about how data, AI, machine learning and robotics can actually serve humanity and the planet, not just make rich people richer while the rest of us drown.
2:04: Was that pun intended?
2:06: Because literally and metaphorically drown, unfortunately is where we're at.
2:11: shit.
2:13: Enough panic.
2:14: Well, if you want honest, slightly unhinged conversations about the intersection of tech and justice, with the occasional breakdown, definitely some swearing and loads of learning on the fly, then you found your people.
2:32: We'll be dropping these episodes monthly, diving deep into the messy, complicated, brilliant, terrifying world of using AI and data for good.
2:40: And by deep diving, CJ means flailing about whilst trying not to drown in our own excitement and thoughts.
2:47: Exactly, but our flailing is educational.
2:50: That's true.
2:50: We're not here to give you easy answers though because Frankly, there aren't any, but we are here to ask better questions and maybe figure out how to build something immediately actionable and regenerative for the future of our planet and humanity.
3:04: And doing it together because collective panic is far more productive than the solo variety.
3:10: Yeah, 10 points to Gryffindor for teamwork.
3:12: I feel like we're trauma budding.
3:14: We're getting closer every moment.
3:16: Yeah.
3:17: So subscribe, rate, review, send us your thoughts, research topics, and join us for what promises to be a chaotic and adventurous journey through data, AI, justice, and the art of productive panic.
3:29: Did we mention there'll be memes?
3:30: There will be so many memes right then.
3:33: See you on the other side, babe.
3:36: If there is one, welcome to Panic with a Purpose with a Purpose.
3:41: We did not do that on time together, but that's OK.
3:44: It's so hard.
3:47: That's a wrap on today's episode of Panic with a Purpose.
3:49: Remember, your climate anxiety is valid, but it's also fuel.
3:53: Use it.
3:54: If today's conversation sparks something in you, whether that's hope, rage, or just more questions, send us a message.
4:00: Written, audio, video, interpretive dance, we're here for it all.
4:03: Until next time, keep panicking with a purpose.
