There are more than 1,500 emojis on our smartphones, and with them comes the ultimate question: are all those hearts, cats, and smiley faces mere symbols, or do they create a language of their own?
With over one billion websites online today, the Internet has become a treasure trove of information that is waiting to be destroyed. Also, text book companies are turning to software that adapts to the strengths and weaknesses of each student to create individualized lesson plans.
Guests:
- Jonah Bromwich, Writer for The New York Times
- Adrienne LaFrance, Tech Staff Writer for The Atlantic
- Will Oremus, Tech Writer for Slate
This show originally aired on October 27, 2015 at 11 a.m.