Listen "Decoding Algorithmic Racism with Dr. Safiya Umoja Noble (Encore)"
Episode Synopsis
On this week's episode, we dive into the hidden biases of the digital age with Dr. Safiya Umoja Noble, author of the groundbreaking book, Algorithms of Oppression. Dr. Noble unpacks how search engines, often seen as neutral tools, can reinforce harmful stereotypes and limit access to critical knowledge. Join us as we explore the forces shaping our digital experiences and discuss the urgent need for accountability in technology. This show first aired in December 2024. Featuring: Dr. Safiya U. Noble, David O. Sears Presidential Endowed Chair of Social Sciences and professor of gender studies, African American studies and information studies at UCLA Making Contact Team: Episode host: Anita Johnson Producers: Anita Johnson, Salima Hamirani, Amy Gastelum, and Lucy Kang Executive Director: Jina Chung Engineer: Jeff Emtman Digital Media Marketing: Lissa Deonarain Learn More: Dr. Safiya Noble | Dr. Noble @ UCLA | Algorithms of Oppression | Purdue CDS Inaugural Lecture | Dr. Noble discusses the themes of her book
More episodes of the podcast Making Contact
The Agony and the Ecstasy: Race and the Future of the Love Story | 30th Anniversary Capsule
31/12/2025
Family Matters: How Communities Support Trans Kids in Conservative States | 30th Anniversary Capsule
24/12/2025
Exposed Part 1: the Human Radiation Experiments at Hunter's Point from SF Public Press (Encore)
19/11/2025
The Way Home (Encore)
05/11/2025
ZARZA We are Zarza, the prestigious firm behind major projects in information technology.