Podcast · 84 episodes
Tech Life, page 2
by BBC World Service · English
Tech Life discovers and explains the ways technology is changing our lives, wherever we are in the world. We meet the people with bright ideas for rethinking the way we work, learn and play, and get hands-on with the products they dream up. We hold tech giants to account for their huge power to affect our lives, and ask who wins, and who loses, in the technology transformation. Tech Life is your guide to a future being made, and remade, at lightning speed in front of our eyes.
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Sharing the road with driverless carsHow driverless cars should communicate with pedestrians, runners and cyclists; how MarineTraffic tracks ships during the Strait of Hormuz crisis; and Roblox’s new age-check system for children.14 Apr 2026 · 26 min · 13 chapters
The problem with AITrust problems with AI accuracy and bias; plus tech uses in heritage restoration (digital twins) and the appeal of “mundane” video games.7 Apr 2026 · 26 min · 14 chapters
Putting polluters in courtHow “attribution science” links specific extreme weather to human-caused climate change, and how that evidence is being used (or could be used) in climate lawsuits; plus two other Tech Life segments…31 Mar 2026 · 26 min · 12 chapters
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How will AI help my doctor?How AI could help healthcare, including better diagnosis, freeing clinicians from paperwork, shifting toward prevention using wearables, and extending support in low- and middle-income countries;…24 Mar 2026 · 26 min · 10 chapters
Screen time ‘rewiring our brains’In this episode, the podcast investigates the effects of screen time on babies and young children, featuring insights from parents and experts.17 Mar 2026 · 27 min · 12 chapters
I pretend to be OnlyFans models onlineThe episode explores the hidden human labor behind the popular platform OnlyFans, where individuals often pretend to be models in online chats.10 Mar 2026 · 26 min · 17 chapters
Quantum computers are coming - do we need ethical guidelines?Quantum computers are coming - do we need ethical guidelines?3 Mar 2026 · 26 min · 9 chapters
Hearing my voice again totally blew my mindHearing My Voice Again Totally Blew My Mind24 Feb 2026 · 26 min · 11 chapters
Engaging chatbotsIn this episode of Tech Life, presenter Chris Vallance explores advancements in AI chatbots, specifically focusing on NVIDIA's development of a new conversational AI called PersonaPlex.17 Feb 2026 · 26 min · 15 chapters
Would you wear smart glasses?In this episode of the Tech Life podcast, host Shiona McCallum explores the rising trend of smart glasses, their features, and their potential impact on consumer technology.10 Feb 2026 · 26 min · 11 chapters
Driverless cars in the fast laneIn this episode of Tech Life, host Chris Vallance explores the rapid development and integration of autonomous vehicles, particularly focusing on self-driving taxis like Zoox, and examines how new…3 Feb 2026 · 26 min · 14 chapters
China's AI progressThe episode explores the impact of China's DeepSeek AI tool launched a year ago on the U.S. markets and the increasing adoption of Chinese AI technology by American companies.27 Jan 2026 · 26 min · 10 chapters
What's new in health tech ?In this episode of Tech Life, host Shiona McCallum explores the latest innovations in health technology showcased at the CES (Consumer Electronics Show) in Las Vegas, discussing devices designed to…20 Jan 2026 · 26 min · 13 chapters
When will a robot do my laundry?In this episode of Tech Life, presenters Chris Vallance and Joe Tidy explore the current state of humanoid robots designed for home assistance.13 Jan 2026 · 27 min · 12 chapters
What to expect from tech in 2026In the first episode of 2026, Tech Life explores upcoming technological trends and innovations that are expected to shape consumer experiences throughout the year.6 Jan 2026 · 26 min · 15 chapters
Tech Life's look back at 2025In this episode, Tech Life presents a retrospective look at the standout tech stories of 2025.30 Dec 2025 · 26 min · 13 chapters
Launching a commercial space stationLaunching a Commercial Space Station23 Dec 2025 · 26 min
Chatbots changing mindsMonica Soriano & Tom Singleton16 Dec 2025 · 27 min
The darker side of streamingExploration of the unanticipated dangers faced by popular streamers in the public eye.9 Dec 2025 · 26 min
The secret ways AI is used to write hit songsIn this episode, host Shiona McCallum explores the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in music, fashion, and children's toys.2 Dec 2025 · 27 min
Should we allow AI into the classroom?This episode explores the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in education, focusing on private schools in the United States that are replacing traditional teaching methods with AI-driven…25 Nov 2025 · 26 min
Living the digital nomad lifeThis episode explores the concept of digital nomadism, focusing on how technology and visa policies have enabled professionals to work remotely from various global locations.18 Nov 2025 · 26 min
The King and AIIn this episode of *Tech Life*, Chris Vallance explores the intersection of royalty and artificial intelligence (AI) as seven AI pioneers gather at St James's Palace to receive the Queen Elizabeth…11 Nov 2025 · 26 min