Garrison Davis

Garrison Davis, journalist who studies online subcultures; Dr. Umang Mehta, Bay Area facial plastic surgeon; and Dr. Jason Rosenbaum, molecular pathologist and commentator. They trace looks-maxing’s origins in forum culture. They discuss targeted facial features, surgical options and ethics. They explore cultural differences, psychological harm, and why men are drawn to extreme aesthetic optimization.

Cory Doctorow, an advocate for digital rights, joins a talented group including YouTuber Michael Fisher, Engadget's Cherlynn Low, tech writer Edward Ongweso, and commentator Garrison Davis. They explore the potential of the Clicks Communicator for focused communication and express concerns over Amazon's surveillance capabilities. Discussions cover advanced eyeglasses like IXI and ethical questions around XR grief therapy. The panel also critiques automation, hardware accessibility, and the latest tech trends shimmering amidst the glitz of CES.

In this engaging discussion, Kyle Chouinard, a local reporter for the Las Vegas Sun, reveals how CES impacts Vegas tourism and the city's efforts to cultivate a tech sector. Garrison Davis, a journalist from It Could Happen Here, dives into the pitfalls of AI hype in product design. Robert Evans from Behind the Bastards shares thoughts on CES's emptiness despite flashy innovations. The trio exchanges humorous anecdotes about bizarre gadgets while addressing serious concerns like AI's influence on jobs and healthcare.