Two fast friends explore living in harmony with tech, one transatlantic phone call at a time. With a touch of nostalgia, Conrad and Verena blend the old and new, using analogue forms of communication to highlight how technology can enhance relationships and encourage connection.
The pair also regularly writes handwritten notes to each other, a nod to the pen pal culture of their youth. Join them as they search for harmony with tech in a no opt-out world, providing listeners with a soft place to land as technology weaves its way into more and more facets of modern life.
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Verena is an educator from Las Vegas, USA. She is techno-curious and deeply mindful of the impact of emerging tech on education, creativity, and the power of fun.
Conrad is a content marketing manager and creative entrepreneur from George, South Africa. He has long experimented with balancing tech use to enhance creativity and sustain good mental health.
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Contact: verena.tcg@gmail.com and/or conrad.tcg@gmail.com
Cover illustration by Brazilian artist Régis Monteiro
Music by Dvir Silver courtesy of Pixabay
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Two fast friends explore living in harmony with tech, one transatlantic phone call at a time. With a touch of nostalgia, Conrad and Verena blend the old and new, using analogue forms of communication to highlight how technology can enhance relationships and encourage connection.
The pair also regularly writes handwritten notes to each other, a nod to the pen pal culture of their youth. Join them as they search for harmony with tech in a no opt-out world, providing listeners with a soft place to land as technology weaves its way into more and more facets of modern life.
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Verena is an educator from Las Vegas, USA. She is techno-curious and deeply mindful of the impact of emerging tech on education, creativity, and the power of fun.
Conrad is a content marketing manager and creative entrepreneur from George, South Africa. He has long experimented with balancing tech use to enhance creativity and sustain good mental health.
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Contact: verena.tcg@gmail.com and/or conrad.tcg@gmail.com
Cover illustration by Brazilian artist Régis Monteiro
Music by Dvir Silver courtesy of Pixabay
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Conrad and Verena explore the evolving dynamics of relationships, connection, and digital communities in this episode. The conversation kicks off with reflections on their time-zone-driven chats and the increasing trend of people "hitting pause" on tech, leading to better self-awareness and relationships.
They delve into the role of AI, with Conrad sharing a quirky experience using GPT to defuse an awkward moment and Verena's thoughts on digital identities. Together, they compare how GPT perceives them and how it fits into their lives, questioning whether digital platforms can foster deeper connections.
As they explore the concept of "Sit and Be," they discuss whether digital channels can truly replicate in-person experiences. With stories of co-watching, co-playing, and surprise meetups, they debate whether tech can bridge the gap between being "Together Alone" or "Together Together."
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