Topic: Google Images

7 chapters across the catalog

Peak Woke
Episode 1345 1:30:37 - 1:34:05

1345: Peak Woke

Google Earth Origins, CIA Diversity and Leadership

Kara Swisher mentions her ex-wife's role in Google's acquisition of CIA-funded satellite software that became Google Earth. The hosts pivot to a discussion about the current leadership at the CIA, noting a trend of women in top positions. They speculate on the political and social affiliations of the agency's new "cabal" of directors.

Gender Justice
Episode 1150 1:50:17 - 1:54:17

1150: Gender Justice

Algorithmic Unfairness, CEO Image Search and Federated Alternatives

Internal Google documents discuss "algorithmic unfairness," using the example of image searches for CEOs predominantly showing men. The discussion encourages users to move toward federated social media alternatives like Bitchute and Mastodon to escape centralized tech control.

28 Pages
Episode 635 53:13 - 58:03

635: 28 Pages

No Agenda Art Generator and Image Verification

The hosts discuss the No Agenda Art Generator and the use of Google Image Search to verify the authenticity of submitted artwork and NGO promotional materials. They highlight how image searches can reveal when charities reuse old photos to solicit new donations.

Uptalking Dudes
Episode 572 42:05 - 46:52

572: Uptalking Dudes

No Agenda Art, Google Image Search, Fair Use Rules

The hosts explain the criteria for selecting listener-submitted album art, emphasizing the need for legibility at small sizes and original creative work. They describe using Google Image Search to verify if submissions are stolen or sufficiently transformative to qualify under fair use. Originality is highlighted as a key factor in driving listener donations.

Gender Dysphoria
Episode 542 20:50 - 25:48

542: Gender Dysphoria

Forvo Pronunciation Tool and Podcast Art Guidelines

The hosts discuss Forvo, a web tool used for learning the correct pronunciation of foreign names and words. They also issue updated guidelines for contributing podcast album art, advising artists to avoid including show numbers and to design for 50% scaling. To prevent copyright issues, all submissions are now vetted using Google Image Search to ensure they are original works rather than stolen assets.

Balochistan Baloney
Episode 386 33:58 - 38:51

386: Balochistan Baloney

No Agenda Art, Copyright and Parody

The hosts discuss the requirements for No Agenda album art, advising artists to avoid tiny text and stolen images. They emphasize that while parody is protected, simply using a cartoonist's work without alteration can lead to legal issues. Micky Curry's progress with Photoshop is mentioned as an example of learning to repurpose images for humor and commentary.