Why Interdependence Matters: Baratunde Thurston on Democracy and Responsible Tech

What does it take to stay grounded when the world feels increasingly disconnected and tech-driven? That’s the question at the center of this conversation with Baratunde Thurston. A cultural critic, outdoor explorer, author, technologist, and host of Life With Machines and America Outdoors, Baratunde is impossible to categorize—and that’s exactly why this episode lands with such force.

We dig into identity, democracy, interdependence, and the real stakes of living alongside powerful technologies.

This episode pushes us to ask: How do we live well with technology? How do we reconnect in a divided time? And how do we build a future rooted in values—not fear?

Don’t miss it.