Digital Citizen

Digital Citizen

Fastmail

Live your best digital life with Fastmail. Subscribe to Digital Citizen and listen to Fastmail CTO Ricardo Signes talk to great thinkers about the digital world. Learn how to be a more responsible digital citizen and make the Internet a better place.

Exploring AI with Emily M. Bender

Exploring AI with Emily M. Bender

Join us on a journey to learn more about the intersection of linguistics and AI with special guest Emily M. Bender. Come with us as we learn how linguistics functions in modern language models like ChatGPT. Episode Notes Discover the origins of language models, the negative implications of sourcing data to train these technologies, and the value of authenticity. ▶️ Guest Interview - Emily M. Bender Learn more about Emily M. Bender Read On the Danger of Stochastic Parrots(2021) by Emily M. Bende

Jun 25, 2024 • 32:24

From Players to Creators: Diving into the Video Game Industry

From Players to Creators: Diving into the Video Game Industry

With Frank Lee, Shawn Pierre, and Jessica Creane, we discuss the future of the video game landscape and the transition from game player to game maker. We explore what draws people into the gaming space, what video games mean to the people who play and create them, and what gaming organizations are doing to push the narrative. Episode Notes Discover the real-world applications of gaming, how to get into the game making community, video game conferences that you need to know, events that test game

Jun 11, 2024 • 52:01

You Can Thrive Here: Local Leaders on Philly’s Move Into Ethical Tech

You Can Thrive Here: Local Leaders on Philly’s Move Into Ethical Tech

We explore Philadelphia's thriving tech scene and share expert advice on how to succeed in the city. From attracting and retaining tech talent to building a sense of community, we're joined by two special guests who are passionate about helping individuals and companies thrive. Episode Notes In this special LIVE recording of Fastmail’s Philly Tech Week event “You Can Thrive Here: Local Leaders on Philly’s Move Into Ethical Tech”, listen to the Co-Host and Senior Producer of Digital Citizen Haley

May 28, 2024 • 54:14

Repairing Our Right To Fix it with Aaron Perzanowski

Repairing Our Right To Fix it with Aaron Perzanowski

We dive into the Right to Repair with Aaron Perzanowski. Hear about the benefits of fixing our own devices rather than replacing them and the reasons why some companies create roadblocks to prevent the average consumer from doing so. Episode Notes Discover the social and intellectual function of repair, why our Right to Repair as consumers is so important, the ways companies are making this right difficult for the average person, and the environmental implications of buying new products rather t

May 14, 2024 • 38:32

Getting Things Done Using Your Calendar with David Tedaldi from Morgen

Getting Things Done Using Your Calendar with David Tedaldi from Morgen

We delve further into the world of productivity with our special guest, David Tedaldi, CEO and Co-Founder of Morgen. Hear about Morgen’s mission and values, what makes its product stand out among other productivity tools, and the customizable workflows that are now available for Fastmail customers through our new integration with Morgen Assist. Episode Notes Discover insights into the significance of purposeful productivity, how to best manage your calendar in order to prioritize the most import

Apr 30, 2024 • 26:34

Finding the Balance Between Productivity and Grind Culture with Abha from The Werk Life

Finding the Balance Between Productivity and Grind Culture with Abha from The Werk Life

Abha Chiyedan wants to help anyone who struggles with productivity. If you have ever wondered how to stay productive and maintain a healthy work-life balance, you won’t want to miss this week’s episode of Digital Citizen. Episode Notes Abha Chiyedan found the transition to adulthood to be difficult and shared her personal experiences in a blog in 2016. This passion project transformed into a full-time job when she founded The Werk Life, a productivity and wellness brand with digital planners des

Apr 16, 2024 • 26:34

Avoiding Procrastination with Adam Conover

Avoiding Procrastination with Adam Conover

We delve into the intricate balance between productivity, technology, and digital culture with our special guest, Adam Conover. Explore how modern tech influences our work habits, the impact of personal knowledge management apps, and the complexities of email management in our daily lives. Episode Notes Discover insights into the profound effects of internet usage on social life, the challenges of maintaining productivity amidst technological advancements, and the evolving dynamics of fan engage

Apr 2, 2024 • 32:47

Digital Citizen - Season 3 Trailer

Digital Citizen - Season 3 Trailer

Listen to a snapshot of Digital Citizen, a Fastmail Podcast. Hear clips from our guests and their perspectives on how we can all become better digital citizens. Episode Notes The 'Digital Citizen' podcast, hosted by Ricardo Signes and co-host Haley Hnatuk, aims to guide listeners in using the internet more thoughtfully. The show features discussions with leading technology experts focusing on the changing dynamics of cybersecurity, social media, and the overall digital environment. It emphasizes

Mar 19, 2024 • 1:51

The Future of AI with WGA Strike Leader Adam Conover

The Future of AI with WGA Strike Leader Adam Conover

Comedian and labor organizer Adam Conover talks to Fastmail CTO Ricardo Signes about Adam’s ongoing work as part of the WGA strike and the impact of AI on creative industries. Episode Notes Hear why the Writers Guild of America is currently on strike and the role Adam has played in the overall process as a member of the board and the 2023 Negotiating Committee. ▶️ Guest Interview - Adam Conover Learn more about Adam Conover. Check out Entertainment Community Fund. Subscribe to Adam Conover’s Pa

Sep 13, 2023 • 25:08

The Future of Hybrid Digital Communities

The Future of Hybrid Digital Communities

On this special Philly Tech Week episode of the Digital Citizen podcast, Fastmail COO Helen Horstmann-Allen speaks with Alex Hillman, Will Toms, and Michelle Freeman, three of the savviest digital citizens in Philadelphia about community building offline and online. Michelle is the Founder of Witty Gritty, a civic-focused marketing events engagement company based in Philadelphia, and Amplify Philly, an initiative co-run with REC Philly aiming to amplify the intersection of business, tech, art, a

May 17, 2023 • 47:09

Experiencing Art in a Digital World with JiaJia Fei

Experiencing Art in a Digital World with JiaJia Fei

On the final episode of season two of the Digital Citizen podcast, JiaJia Fei talks to Fastmail CTO, Ricardo Signes, in this special extra-long conversation. They discuss how museums and the art world have changed in the past few years and how they may continue to evolve. JiaJia Fei is a Digital Strategist working at the intersection of digital marketing, web, social media, art, and culture. She has been featured in Vanity Fair and Vogue and has worked in digital marketing for 15 years for organ

Dec 20, 2022 • 30:30

How to Prioritize Connection in a Remote Workforce with Recess Part 2

How to Prioritize Connection in a Remote Workforce with Recess Part 2

On this episode of the Digital Citizen podcast, Arielle Yoder and Zack Fine of Recess talk to Fastmail CTO and COO, Ricardo Signes and Helen Horstmann-Allen, about how to foster connections within the remote workplace. Hear about how Recess partners with companies to help them integrate play through a series of games that help the team feel more connected.  Arielle and Zack explain the importance of team-building for both in-person and remote teams, the phenomenon of Zoom fatigue and why the tra

Dec 6, 2022 • 25:42

Why Play is so Powerful in Adulthood with Recess Part 1

Why Play is so Powerful in Adulthood with Recess Part 1

On this episode of the Digital Citizen podcast, Arielle Yoder and Zack Fine of Recess talk with Fastmail CTO Ricardo Signes about their company, Recess, and the methods they use to bring the benefits of play to the virtual workplace. You’ll also hear snippets from Rik and Fastmail COO, Helen Horstmann, about how Fastmail brings play into the workday in practical ways!   Meet Arielle and Zack and learn how their respective theater backgrounds lead them to create Recess, a company that integrates

Nov 22, 2022 • 20:45

Building a More Accessible Tech World with Dan from Hopeworks

Building a More Accessible Tech World with Dan from Hopeworks

On this episode of the Digital Citizen podcast, Dan Rhoton, Executive Director of Hopeworks, talks to Fastmail CTO, Ricardo Signes, about the mission of Hopeworks and their trauma-informed approach to teaching.   Hear about how Hopeworks helps young people enter the workforce and the “Aha!” moments that many program participants experience. Dan also discusses Hopeworks’ trauma-informed training and what can be done at a larger scale to address some of these issues associated with poverty. ▶️ Gue

Nov 8, 2022 • 24:14

Uplifting Community Through Good Digital Citizenship with Kayondra Garrison

Uplifting Community Through Good Digital Citizenship with Kayondra Garrison

On this episode of the Digital Citizen podcast, Hopeworks graduate Kayondra Garrison talks to Fastmail CTO Ricardo Signes, continuing the conversation about Hopeworks by talking about her experience as a program participant.   Hear about Kayondra’s experience at Hopeworks. Learn about the important skills young people should develop when they are looking for a job in technology, how technology learning to build technology can change your relationship with the technology we use every day, and wha

Nov 8, 2022 • 14:59

The Future of Online Community with L.X. Beckett

The Future of Online Community with L.X. Beckett

On this episode of the Digital Citizen podcast, L.X. Beckett, Toronto-based science fiction author, talks to Fastmail CTO, Ricardo Signes, about how science fiction is often a critique of the world we live in and what it means to find hope in the communities you are part of.   Dive into the world of L.X.’s book Gamechanger and learn about the people who inhabit its pages. L.X. offers advice for feeling hopeful about the potential setbacks we will likely go through in the future as they have the

Oct 25, 2022 • 24:13

Upgrade Your Cyber Security with Troy Hunt Part 2

Upgrade Your Cyber Security with Troy Hunt Part 2

On this episode of the Digital Citizen podcast, Troy Hunt, creator of Have I Been Pwned?, talks to Fastmail CTO, Ricardo Signes, about engaging in good cyber hygiene.   Troy shares how he landed a career in security and talks about his workshop, Hack Yourself First. You’ll also learn what cyber hygiene is, a concept that everybody who uses the internet should have a grasp on. RiK and Troy also discuss the advantages of passwords, the benefits of utilizing a password manager, and the red flags th

Oct 11, 2022 • 22:42

Everything You Need to Know About Data Breaches with Troy Hunt

Everything You Need to Know About Data Breaches with Troy Hunt

On this episode of the Digital Citizen podcast, Troy Hunt, creator of Have I Been Pwned?, talks to Fastmail CTO, Ricardo Signes, about data breaches and what organizations and people can do after their data has been involved in one.   Learn what a data breach is and how it affects companies and individuals alike. Troy highlights his website which allows users to check whether their personal data has been compromised by data breaches. Rik and Troy also discuss the factors which impact the ways or

Sep 26, 2022 • 24:07

How to Stay Safe Online with Michael Fey from 1Password

How to Stay Safe Online with Michael Fey from 1Password

Season 1 is complete, stay tuned for season 2! Subscribe today, so you will get notified when we are back.   On this special bonus episode of the Digital Citizen Podcast, Michael Fey, 1Password's VP of Engineering, talks to Fastmail CTO, Ricardo Signes, about a new partnership between Fastmail and 1Password.   Explore the Masked Email integration, which is available to everyone with both Fastmail and 1Password accounts, and learn how you can protect your online privacy with unique email addresse

Sep 29, 2021 • 33:37

Why Open Internet Standards Are So Important To Your Future with Bron Gondwana

Why Open Internet Standards Are So Important To Your Future with Bron Gondwana

Have you ever wondered how the Internet works, how it's governed, or why some devices and services work together and others don't? In the final episode of this season, Fastmail CEO, Bron Gondwana answers these questions and more, so you can learn how standards make the Internet better for everyone. Get a crash course about open standards, how they work, and why we need to support organizations that use them. Bron and show host Fastmail's CTO, Ricardo Signes, talk about JMAP, an open standard for

Aug 23, 2021 • 33:09

Understanding Your Digital Rights with Lucie Krahulcova

Understanding Your Digital Rights with Lucie Krahulcova

Have you ever wondered if you have privacy rights online? As the digital world and the real world become more and more intertwined, the importance of protecting privacy continues to expand. Lucie Krahulcova, Executive Director at Digital Rights Watch, talks to Ricardo about privacy laws around the world and how to speak up to demand better digital privacy. Lucie says that the conversation around digital rights and human rights is more important than ever. In this episode, learn about privacy leg

Aug 10, 2021 • 37:26

How To Have a Healthier Social Media Diet with Tom Webster

How To Have a Healthier Social Media Diet with Tom Webster

Around the world, people are spending more time online. If you've spent any of this time "doom-scrolling" your social feeds, you know that social media can impact how you feel. But it's not all doom and gloom, and you can reclaim control. In this episode, Ricardo talks to Tom Webster, a researcher specializing in how people use technology. They'll chat about social media's role in our overall emotional health and how to strike a balance online, so you feel good, not sad. Tom Webster breaks down

Jul 27, 2021 • 30:37

How To Improve Your Digital Life with BJ Fogg

How To Improve Your Digital Life with BJ Fogg

Welcome to the first episode of the Digital Citizen podcast! Your host, Fastmail's CTO, Ricardo (Rik) Signes, talks to BJ Fogg, a behavioral scientist, about how to make positive changes in your digital life. In an increasingly technological world, it's essential to leverage the power of tiny habits to create meaningful, lasting change in your behavior. BJ Fogg talks with us about how you can use his framework to have a healthier relationship with technology and the people in your life.   Rik an

Jul 12, 2021 • 37:57

Digital Citizen - Trailer #1

Digital Citizen - Trailer #1

How to live your best digital life and make the Internet a better place. From your friends at Fastmail.com

Apr 16, 2021 • 1:33

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