For Tech’s Sake
@fortechssakepod.bsky.social
A podcast from @elaineburke.bsky.social and @earley.bsky.social taking a side-eye view of tech developments.
If you're thinking of kicking your doomscrolling habit this weekend, @earley.bsky.social has some tips.
Check out her full segment on Drivetime:
www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
Check out her full segment on Drivetime:
www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
February 13, 2026 at 4:06 PM
If you're thinking of kicking your doomscrolling habit this weekend, @earley.bsky.social has some tips.
Check out her full segment on Drivetime:
www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
Check out her full segment on Drivetime:
www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
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On Ireland AM, I mentioned the way algorithmic feeds make policing harmful content more challenging, in the context of ongoing discussions about social media harms.
We did an episode on this on @fortechssakepod.bsky.social which I highly recommend. pod.fo/e/24bcbb
We did an episode on this on @fortechssakepod.bsky.social which I highly recommend. pod.fo/e/24bcbb
February 10, 2026 at 8:33 AM
On Ireland AM, I mentioned the way algorithmic feeds make policing harmful content more challenging, in the context of ongoing discussions about social media harms.
We did an episode on this on @fortechssakepod.bsky.social which I highly recommend. pod.fo/e/24bcbb
We did an episode on this on @fortechssakepod.bsky.social which I highly recommend. pod.fo/e/24bcbb
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Was an absolute pleasure chatting with @elaineburke.bsky.social from
@fortechssakepod.bsky.social and Sarah Jane Carey of @cesi-ie.bsky.social about #CESICon26 recently, looking forward to Feb 28th in #GaelcholáisteLuimnigh
@fortechssakepod.bsky.social and Sarah Jane Carey of @cesi-ie.bsky.social about #CESICon26 recently, looking forward to Feb 28th in #GaelcholáisteLuimnigh
Did you know @elaineburke.bsky.social will be speaking at CESIcon on 28 February in Limerick?
She recently told the @teachnet.bsky.social podcast what to expect from her keynote on AI.
Listen to the full episode: teachnet.ie/26-the-cesic...
#cesicon
She recently told the @teachnet.bsky.social podcast what to expect from her keynote on AI.
Listen to the full episode: teachnet.ie/26-the-cesic...
#cesicon
February 6, 2026 at 11:21 AM
Was an absolute pleasure chatting with @elaineburke.bsky.social from
@fortechssakepod.bsky.social and Sarah Jane Carey of @cesi-ie.bsky.social about #CESICon26 recently, looking forward to Feb 28th in #GaelcholáisteLuimnigh
@fortechssakepod.bsky.social and Sarah Jane Carey of @cesi-ie.bsky.social about #CESICon26 recently, looking forward to Feb 28th in #GaelcholáisteLuimnigh
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today is GCN's 38th birthday!! in a world where nice things in ireland are regularly destroyed and discarded in favour of profit-making, this completely free community resource has managed to stand the test of time in a way that is testament to its value
gcn.ie/gcn-legacy-p...
gcn.ie/gcn-legacy-p...
Reflecting on GCN’s legacy as the publication marks its anniversary as Ireland’s LGBTQ+ media
As GCN celebrates its 38th birthday, past and present editors share the importance of Ireland's free, independent LGBTQ+ media.
gcn.ie
February 10, 2026 at 1:38 PM
today is GCN's 38th birthday!! in a world where nice things in ireland are regularly destroyed and discarded in favour of profit-making, this completely free community resource has managed to stand the test of time in a way that is testament to its value
gcn.ie/gcn-legacy-p...
gcn.ie/gcn-legacy-p...
Did you know @elaineburke.bsky.social will be speaking at CESIcon on 28 February in Limerick?
She recently told the @teachnet.bsky.social podcast what to expect from her keynote on AI.
Listen to the full episode: teachnet.ie/26-the-cesic...
#cesicon
She recently told the @teachnet.bsky.social podcast what to expect from her keynote on AI.
Listen to the full episode: teachnet.ie/26-the-cesic...
#cesicon
February 5, 2026 at 1:53 PM
Did you know @elaineburke.bsky.social will be speaking at CESIcon on 28 February in Limerick?
She recently told the @teachnet.bsky.social podcast what to expect from her keynote on AI.
Listen to the full episode: teachnet.ie/26-the-cesic...
#cesicon
She recently told the @teachnet.bsky.social podcast what to expect from her keynote on AI.
Listen to the full episode: teachnet.ie/26-the-cesic...
#cesicon
While you wait for new episodes from us, why not check out our guest appearances on some other shows such as ESB's Re:Energise podcast, where @elaineburke.bsky.social came on to discuss e-waste, the environmental impact of AI, and sustainability: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zu_D...
Re:Invent (Technology Risks and Opportunities)
YouTube video by ESB
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January 22, 2026 at 1:33 PM
While you wait for new episodes from us, why not check out our guest appearances on some other shows such as ESB's Re:Energise podcast, where @elaineburke.bsky.social came on to discuss e-waste, the environmental impact of AI, and sustainability: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zu_D...
You've heard of Secret Santa but @earley.bsky.social's sister is a Sneaky Santa! 🎅🏻
Thanks Karen for helping @elaineburke.bsky.social bring a bit of a trick or treat spirit to Christmas. 😆
Thanks Karen for helping @elaineburke.bsky.social bring a bit of a trick or treat spirit to Christmas. 😆
December 15, 2025 at 3:26 PM
You've heard of Secret Santa but @earley.bsky.social's sister is a Sneaky Santa! 🎅🏻
Thanks Karen for helping @elaineburke.bsky.social bring a bit of a trick or treat spirit to Christmas. 😆
Thanks Karen for helping @elaineburke.bsky.social bring a bit of a trick or treat spirit to Christmas. 😆
🔮 2026 tech predictions...
Get the full forecast from @elaineburke.bsky.social and @earley.bsky.social right here: pod.fo/e/35f947
Get the full forecast from @elaineburke.bsky.social and @earley.bsky.social right here: pod.fo/e/35f947
December 10, 2025 at 10:45 AM
🔮 2026 tech predictions...
Get the full forecast from @elaineburke.bsky.social and @earley.bsky.social right here: pod.fo/e/35f947
Get the full forecast from @elaineburke.bsky.social and @earley.bsky.social right here: pod.fo/e/35f947
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Excited to see LinkedIn get overrun by Aussie teens now...
December 10, 2025 at 8:42 AM
Excited to see LinkedIn get overrun by Aussie teens now...
Our @earley.bsky.social was not impressed with this Game Boy emulator that has been aggressively advertised to her online.
We bought the crap so you don't have to!
Stay safe when shopping online and tune into our latest episode to find out about the latest in online scams: pod.fo/e/35ae46
We bought the crap so you don't have to!
Stay safe when shopping online and tune into our latest episode to find out about the latest in online scams: pod.fo/e/35ae46
November 27, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Our @earley.bsky.social was not impressed with this Game Boy emulator that has been aggressively advertised to her online.
We bought the crap so you don't have to!
Stay safe when shopping online and tune into our latest episode to find out about the latest in online scams: pod.fo/e/35ae46
We bought the crap so you don't have to!
Stay safe when shopping online and tune into our latest episode to find out about the latest in online scams: pod.fo/e/35ae46
Roy Orbison is on the line 😎
Find out what @elaineburke.bsky.social thinks of Meta's glasses, what @earley.bsky.social thinks of the GTA 6 delay and the Steam Machine, and more in our latest episode: pod.fo/e/35650d
Find out what @elaineburke.bsky.social thinks of Meta's glasses, what @earley.bsky.social thinks of the GTA 6 delay and the Steam Machine, and more in our latest episode: pod.fo/e/35650d
November 21, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Roy Orbison is on the line 😎
Find out what @elaineburke.bsky.social thinks of Meta's glasses, what @earley.bsky.social thinks of the GTA 6 delay and the Steam Machine, and more in our latest episode: pod.fo/e/35650d
Find out what @elaineburke.bsky.social thinks of Meta's glasses, what @earley.bsky.social thinks of the GTA 6 delay and the Steam Machine, and more in our latest episode: pod.fo/e/35650d
Check out @earley.bsky.social on @newstalkfm.bsky.social chatting about the GTA 6 delay: www.newstalk.com/podcasts/new...
The Multibillion Game Delay That Has Everyone Losing the Plot | Newstalk
The release date for Grand Theft Auto VI has slipped again — it’s now not expected until late...
www.newstalk.com
November 18, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Check out @earley.bsky.social on @newstalkfm.bsky.social chatting about the GTA 6 delay: www.newstalk.com/podcasts/new...
ICYMI, @earley.bsky.social was on @rteradio1.bsky.social this morning chatting about small talk with @sioframulqueen.bsky.social, along with Justine Stafford, @tcddublin.bsky.social's Prof Brendan Kelly and Communications Clinic's Sarah Geraghty.
Listen back: www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
Listen back: www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
'Nice Weather Isn't It?': How to Navigate the Dreaded Small Talk
Earlier this week, Catherine Connolly was inaugurated as the tenth president of Ireland. Yet at the inauguration, quite a few people were caught peeping at their phones rather than starting conversati...
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November 15, 2025 at 2:35 PM
ICYMI, @earley.bsky.social was on @rteradio1.bsky.social this morning chatting about small talk with @sioframulqueen.bsky.social, along with Justine Stafford, @tcddublin.bsky.social's Prof Brendan Kelly and Communications Clinic's Sarah Geraghty.
Listen back: www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
Listen back: www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
Plz, no more apps. My children are disappearing.
@elaineburke.bsky.social and @earley.bsky.social are talking all about Ryanair’s app trap, Bluesky’s over-reach in moderation, looming threats to GDPR, and the signs from All’s Fair that microdramas are influencing TV.
Listen here: pod.fo/e/351e01
@elaineburke.bsky.social and @earley.bsky.social are talking all about Ryanair’s app trap, Bluesky’s over-reach in moderation, looming threats to GDPR, and the signs from All’s Fair that microdramas are influencing TV.
Listen here: pod.fo/e/351e01
November 13, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Plz, no more apps. My children are disappearing.
@elaineburke.bsky.social and @earley.bsky.social are talking all about Ryanair’s app trap, Bluesky’s over-reach in moderation, looming threats to GDPR, and the signs from All’s Fair that microdramas are influencing TV.
Listen here: pod.fo/e/351e01
@elaineburke.bsky.social and @earley.bsky.social are talking all about Ryanair’s app trap, Bluesky’s over-reach in moderation, looming threats to GDPR, and the signs from All’s Fair that microdramas are influencing TV.
Listen here: pod.fo/e/351e01
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We're pleased to announce our 2026 #CESIcon keynote speaker, @elaineburke.bsky.social. 🥳
You might know Elaine from her journalism, the @fortechssakepod.bsky.social, or for her appearance on @rte.ie Prime Time last night. www.rte.ie/news/primeti...
@lcetb.com @denistreacy.com
You might know Elaine from her journalism, the @fortechssakepod.bsky.social, or for her appearance on @rte.ie Prime Time last night. www.rte.ie/news/primeti...
@lcetb.com @denistreacy.com
November 12, 2025 at 12:05 PM
We're pleased to announce our 2026 #CESIcon keynote speaker, @elaineburke.bsky.social. 🥳
You might know Elaine from her journalism, the @fortechssakepod.bsky.social, or for her appearance on @rte.ie Prime Time last night. www.rte.ie/news/primeti...
@lcetb.com @denistreacy.com
You might know Elaine from her journalism, the @fortechssakepod.bsky.social, or for her appearance on @rte.ie Prime Time last night. www.rte.ie/news/primeti...
@lcetb.com @denistreacy.com
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If you know me, I love a bit of critical tech talk, and I adore a good podcast. I've been enjoying a deep dive into the @fortechssakepod.bsky.social podcast since @cesi-ie.bsky.social invited @elaineburke.bsky.social to be our 2026 #CESIcon keynote speaker.
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November 12, 2025 at 12:35 PM
If you know me, I love a bit of critical tech talk, and I adore a good podcast. I've been enjoying a deep dive into the @fortechssakepod.bsky.social podcast since @cesi-ie.bsky.social invited @elaineburke.bsky.social to be our 2026 #CESIcon keynote speaker.
shows.acast.com/for-techs-sake
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Ekaterina Uetova from the MOvD research project and @tudublin.bsky.social joined us to explain why a group chat might be more motivational than a gamified fitness app when it comes to making you move.
Catch her full interview here: pod.fo/e/34c694
Catch her full interview here: pod.fo/e/34c694
November 11, 2025 at 11:13 AM
Ekaterina Uetova from the MOvD research project and @tudublin.bsky.social joined us to explain why a group chat might be more motivational than a gamified fitness app when it comes to making you move.
Catch her full interview here: pod.fo/e/34c694
Catch her full interview here: pod.fo/e/34c694
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Who is the good guy of tech? 🤔
@earley.bsky.social picked Clippy. 📎
@elaineburke.bsky.social picked Tim Berners-Lee. 💻
We had a good chat about it, which you can find wherever you get your podcasts. (Episode 4.16: The good guy of tech)
But who would you pick???
@earley.bsky.social picked Clippy. 📎
@elaineburke.bsky.social picked Tim Berners-Lee. 💻
We had a good chat about it, which you can find wherever you get your podcasts. (Episode 4.16: The good guy of tech)
But who would you pick???
November 6, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Who is the good guy of tech? 🤔
@earley.bsky.social picked Clippy. 📎
@elaineburke.bsky.social picked Tim Berners-Lee. 💻
We had a good chat about it, which you can find wherever you get your podcasts. (Episode 4.16: The good guy of tech)
But who would you pick???
@earley.bsky.social picked Clippy. 📎
@elaineburke.bsky.social picked Tim Berners-Lee. 💻
We had a good chat about it, which you can find wherever you get your podcasts. (Episode 4.16: The good guy of tech)
But who would you pick???
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Lots of thought-provoking stuff in this episode, if I do say so myself.
Have you ever thought about your data after life? And who you would trust with your data after you die?
Researcher @dannysnow.bsky.social certainly has, and he has some advice.
Listen to the full interview: pod.fo/e/3472a6
Researcher @dannysnow.bsky.social certainly has, and he has some advice.
Listen to the full interview: pod.fo/e/3472a6
November 5, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Lots of thought-provoking stuff in this episode, if I do say so myself.
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calling all queer and trans people who were involved in the catherine connolly campaign: would you like to speak to me for an article i am writing? (i would love to get as many different perspectives as possible)
November 5, 2025 at 9:01 PM
calling all queer and trans people who were involved in the catherine connolly campaign: would you like to speak to me for an article i am writing? (i would love to get as many different perspectives as possible)
Have you ever thought about your data after life? And who you would trust with your data after you die?
Researcher @dannysnow.bsky.social certainly has, and he has some advice.
Listen to the full interview: pod.fo/e/3472a6
Researcher @dannysnow.bsky.social certainly has, and he has some advice.
Listen to the full interview: pod.fo/e/3472a6
November 5, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Have you ever thought about your data after life? And who you would trust with your data after you die?
Researcher @dannysnow.bsky.social certainly has, and he has some advice.
Listen to the full interview: pod.fo/e/3472a6
Researcher @dannysnow.bsky.social certainly has, and he has some advice.
Listen to the full interview: pod.fo/e/3472a6
It's a Halloween special from us this week, sharing (barely) spooky stories about emotional bog bodies and the data after life with special guest @dannysnow.bsky.social from @ucdischool.bsky.social 👻
Oíche Shamhna shona daoibh! 🎃
pod.fo/e/3472a6
Oíche Shamhna shona daoibh! 🎃
pod.fo/e/3472a6
October 30, 2025 at 11:10 AM
It's a Halloween special from us this week, sharing (barely) spooky stories about emotional bog bodies and the data after life with special guest @dannysnow.bsky.social from @ucdischool.bsky.social 👻
Oíche Shamhna shona daoibh! 🎃
pod.fo/e/3472a6
Oíche Shamhna shona daoibh! 🎃
pod.fo/e/3472a6
Someone please tell Amazon they're practising the wrong kind of tech redundancy.
These latest layoffs were signalled last week, in time for our post-outage ep: pod.fo/e/342e80
These latest layoffs were signalled last week, in time for our post-outage ep: pod.fo/e/342e80
October 28, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Someone please tell Amazon they're practising the wrong kind of tech redundancy.
These latest layoffs were signalled last week, in time for our post-outage ep: pod.fo/e/342e80
These latest layoffs were signalled last week, in time for our post-outage ep: pod.fo/e/342e80
@elaineburke.bsky.social doesn't mince her words when it comes to her thoughts on AI slop...
Find the full conversation wherever you get your podcasts.
Find the full conversation wherever you get your podcasts.
October 16, 2025 at 8:10 AM
@elaineburke.bsky.social doesn't mince her words when it comes to her thoughts on AI slop...
Find the full conversation wherever you get your podcasts.
Find the full conversation wherever you get your podcasts.