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Ruined By The Internet?

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Gareth King

Ever feel like the internet ruined everything? Join us as we explore the impacts of the technology shaping Society, Culture & the Modern World. Through in-depth conversations with relevant experts, we investigate the arguments, examine the evidence, and uncover the true casualties of the web - and the things we're just looking at wrong. If you like what you hear, please follow the show, leave a review, or let us know what else to look into at ⁠⁠www.ruinedbytheinternet.com

#19

Brand Trust: has the internet replaced true soul with data-driven shape-shifting? – Nick Richtsmeier

The internet was supposed to empower brands to build relationships based on authenticity a... more

25 Jan 2026

50 MINS

50:07

25 Jan 2026

#18

Reputation Management: has the internet turned mistakes into life sentences? – Stuart Thomson

By creating an environment of radically-decentralised authority, has the internet shattere... more

14 Jan 2026

34 MINS

34:50

14 Jan 2026

#17

Trust In Information: has the internet broken our ability to trust our own eyes? – Terry Flew

The internet promised a more informed society where anyone could share knowledge freely. H... more

04 Jan 2026

35 MINS

35:02

04 Jan 2026

#16

The Internet: has the internet been hijacked by corporate and government control? – Wouter Constant

The internet was supposed to be where the free exchange of knowledge and ideas happened. I... more

21 Dec 2025

52 MINS

52:48

21 Dec 2025

#15

Truly Disappearing: has the internet’s perpetual surveillance killed the option to escape? – Lachlan...

The internet has given us unprecedented connection, but thanks to relentless data retentio... more

11 Dec 2025

44 MINS

44:39

11 Dec 2025

#14

Social Interaction: has the internet invaded our spaces and damaged our experiences? – Emily Toner

With its constant presence and insatiable demand for attention, has the internet invaded o... more

30 Nov 2025

51 MINS

51:08

30 Nov 2025

#13

Music: has the internet replaced artists with algorithms? – Charlie Hooper-Williams

It promised to empower artists and give listeners infinite choice. But has the internet tu... more

16 Nov 2025

45 MINS

45:55

16 Nov 2025

#12

Gambling: has the internet turned your phone into a 24/7 addiction machine? – Mark Kempster

It promised to modernise an age-old activity, bringing new convenience to a quick thrill. ... more

02 Nov 2025

51 MINS

51:05

02 Nov 2025

#11

The Human Identity: has the internet exchanged authenticity for audience? – Colin Corby

It promised a world of self-expression and connection. But has the internet instead encour... more

19 Oct 2025

41 MINS

41:06

19 Oct 2025

#10

Human Resources: has the internet made the human-centric impersonal? – Dr Justine Ferrer

It promised to make things more efficient, objective, and data-driven, but has the interne... more

12 Oct 2025

32 MINS

32:43

12 Oct 2025

#9

Video Games: has the internet turned fun into a subscription service? – Steve Wright

Through predatory monetisation, rushed development, and profits over player enjoyment, has... more

01 Oct 2025

48 MINS

48:04

01 Oct 2025

#8

Journalism & News: has the internet made everyone an expert journalist? – John DeDakis

It promised unlimited reach, direct engagement, and a more informed world. But has the int... more

21 Sep 2025

48 MINS

48:05

21 Sep 2025

#7

Broadcast Television: has the internet left an entire business model for dead? – Amanda Lotz

By replacing linear, scheduled programming with huge libraries of on-demand content, have ... more

08 Sep 2025

47 MINS

47:29

08 Sep 2025

#6

The Job Hunt: has the internet traded humanity for efficiency? – Edan Haddock

It was once a very human-centric process. But for so many of us, has the internet transfor... more

31 Aug 2025

43 MINS

43:16

31 Aug 2025

#5

Dating & Relationships: has the internet brought infinite choice but zero commitment? – Elly Klein

It promised us unprecedented connection, but has the internet instead damaged the quality ... more

24 Aug 2025

45 MINS

45:32

24 Aug 2025

#4

Magic & Illusion: has the internet exposed the secrets without killing the craft? – Cosentino: The G...

By demystifying the craft, exposing its secrets, and reducing complex tricks to bite-sized... more

15 Aug 2025

46 MINS

46:04

15 Aug 2025

#3

Child Safety: has the internet traded parenting for predators? – Brett Lee

Many people - especially parents - feel that the internet has seriously compromised the sa... more

28 Jul 2025

51 MINS

51:44

28 Jul 2025

#2

Attention Spans: is the internet destroying your focus and concentration? – Dr Patrick Clarke

Thanks to the internet's constant stream of information, endless notifications, and ex... more

28 Jul 2025

40 MINS

40:12

28 Jul 2025

#1